Ocean City boardwalk high-rises becomes hot topic at City Council
Hartzell says four have approached him wanting to build, but he is against them; Mayor Gillian also says he is against high-rises EDITOR’S NOTE: This version has been updated since its original post April 8. OCEAN CITY – Councilman Keith Hartzell used Thursday evening’s Ocean City Council meeting to expand on one of his campaign […]
Upper Township sheep farm owner: ‘I’m done’
Department of Health says farm likely source of cryptosporidium cases CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — The Cape May County Health Department confirmed four laboratory positive cryptosporidium cases and 11 probable cases (experienced symptoms), stating they likely originated at Misty Meadow Sheep Dairy in Petersburg. The farm, at 100 Dennisville-Petersburg Road, offers behind-the-scenes tours of the […]
The six candidates for Ocean City Council
All answer a series of questions about why they’re running, their priorities OCEAN CITY – Ocean City Sentinel Editor David Nahan interviewed the six candidates for the three at-large seats up for grabs in the May 10 election. All have previously announced their candidacies and provided their backgrounds. Following are interviews with each of the […]
Gillian: Hartzell, as councilman, voted with me 99 percent of time
OCEAN CITY – In a press release sent Monday afternoon, Mayor Jay Gillian’s campaign noted his opponent has voted with him almost exclusively throughout the time both have been in office. Gillian, who has been serving as mayor since 2010, is seeking a fourth term in office in the May 10 election. His challenger is […]
Sexual assault charged in Susan Negersmith case; she was found dead in 1990
Editor’s note: This information is courtesy of the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office. CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE – Jerry Rosado, 62, of Millville, was charged in the sexual assault of Susan Negersmith, a young woman who was killed in 1990. Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Wildwood Police Chief Robert Regalbuto announced the cold […]
Yoga for You and Yours at Upper Township Middle School
OCHS grad, aunt from Luna Soul are presenting free yoga class, açaí bowl April 28 PETERSBURG — The Upper Township Education Association will present Yoga for You and Yours, a special evening of wellness scheduled for 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 28, in the gym at Upper Township Middle School. Tara Gardner and Nicole […]
Bayfest is back, big as ever
Somers Point’s marquee event returns April 30 with scores of food vendors, crafters, games and performances all along Bay Avenue SOMERS POINT — Started in 1989 to coincide with Earth Day and celebrate the city’s maritime heritage, Bayfest has become the city’s most popular event, drawing more than 30,000 people to historic Bay Avenue in […]
Kim Styer-Gallagher to be honored with Working Women Award
OCEAN CITY– The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce announced Monday that Kim Styer-Gallagher, owner of Coastal Marine Piling, Inc, will receive the 2022 Salute to Working Women Award and will be honored at the Chamber of Commerce Luncheon April 27 at the Ocean City Yacht Club. The award recognizes women in business for their […]
Famous and not so famous at Doo Dah Parade
Tessa Charlotte, above, looked like royalty at Saturday afternoon’s Doo Dah Parade down Asbury Avenue in Ocean City. She was one of hundreds of bassett hounds from the Tri-State Basset Houd Rescue League to take part in Ocean City’s annual parade dedicated to a bit of whimsy as the annual tax return season comes to […]
Ocean City girls lacrosse uses balanced attack, tough defense to top MRHS
OCEAN CITY – The Red Raiders girls lacrosse team shook off a rocky start to run away with an 18-5 win over Mainland Regional High School’s team Wednesday, April 6. On the Carey Stadium turf in the wind and rain, Ocean City fell behind in the first minute when Charlotte Walcoff scored on the Mustangs’ […]