Big comeback for Red Raider softball
Girls give up 6 runs in first inning, storm back to win 13-8 OCEAN CITY – The Red Raider softball team pulled off a stunner Wednesday, May 4, giving up six runs in the top of the first only to rally and defeat Absegami 13-8. “Oh my gosh, these kids like to give me a heart […]
‘We love you, Kyle’
Ocean City’s baseball team honors memory of former player UPPER TOWNSHIP – The Red Raider baseball team offered a beautiful tribute to one of their own at Amanda’s Field on Thursday, May 5. The team honored the late Kyle Andrews, playing the game under the lights in his hometown as family, friends, coaches, local youth […]
Boardwalk, beach right in backyard at condo in city’s popular Goldcoast
OCEAN CITY — The luxury oceanfront home at 2105 Wesley Ave. in the popular Goldcoast section of the island is fantastic both inside and outside. “It’s turnkey and ready for your summer enjoyment,” listing agent Thomas Betz said. “You will enjoy three levels of luxury living with amazing views of the pristine surf and sand.” […]
Councilman decries ‘hit piece’ left on windshields
OCEAN CITY – While the six individuals running for Ocean City Council and two for mayor were taking part in a cordial candidates forum at Ocean City High School April 25, a “hit piece” attacking Tom Rotondi was being placed on car windshields outside the school. Rotondi is the sitting Second Ward councilman who is […]
Linwood: Spring traditions pop up
LINWOOD — Spring has sprung and lots of exciting things are popping up around the city, which saw the return of the CROPS Market on April 23. The open-air farmers market offers local produce, handcrafted food items and goods, live music and children’s activities from 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays through May 28 at Central […]
Somers Point OKs tax hike
Lone councilman says more should have been done to cut 1.7¢ increase SOMERS POINT — City Council adopted its $18,885,378 municipal budget April 28 in a 6-1 vote, with Councilman Joe McCarrie saying more could have been done to lessen the tax impact. The tax rate will increase 1.7 cents to $1.025 per $100, or […]
Parents renew call not to renew coach’s contract
Counsel supports assistant coach, speaks up for all New Jersey coaches OCEAN CITY – Parents of Ocean City High School girls basketball players renewed their pleas to not renew the head coach’s contract last week and a former school board president asked the board to rise up and make a difference for the students. After […]
Thousands descend on Somers Point for Bayfest on a beautiful day
SOMERS POINT — It was a bit parky in the morning, but as the sun reached its zenith and the weather warmed, enthusiastic people from near and far descended on Bay Avenue for the city’s first Bayfest celebration since 2019. Craft and food vendors, nonprofit organizations and entertainment offerings lined both sides of the street […]
Michael R. Davis, Sr., 71
Michael R. Davis, Sr. passed away April 25, 2022. He was 71 years old. Mike graduated from Penns Grove High School, Class of 1968. He also attended Glassboro State College (Rowan) in NJ. Mike was predeceased by his parents, Richard and Susan Davis (DiPietro) of Carney’s Point, NJ; along with all of Mike’s Grandparents, […]
Josephine Marr, 79
The family of Josephine Marr sadly announces her peaceful passing on April 29, 2022, at the age of 79. Jo will be dearly missed by her sister, Barbara Kuryea; niece, Kim Kuryea, Kim’s husband, Steve Martin, and their son, Cole Martin. Jo was predeceased by her husband, David, in 2019, brother-in-law, John Kuryea, in 2020 […]