JEANNE A. LORD, 86
Jeanne A. Lord, 86, of Palermo, NJ passed away peacefully on Friday, January 19, 2024 in Shore Medical Center, Somers Point, NJ after a brief illness. Born to the late Raymond and Nancy (nee Cappezza) Moore in Ocean City, NJ. She was proud to be a true native of Ocean City. She was a graduate […]
LUCY ANN EARLY, 91
Lucy Ann (Migliaccio) Early, 91, was called home to heaven on January 19, 2024 after living a rich full life. She was blessed to be able to live her life until the end (suffering from Alzheimer’s) at home thanks to her full-time caregivers, her daughter and son in law, Robbin and Arthur Beideman. They unselfishly […]
Sturdy CEO presents economic forecast to Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce
‘We’ve turned the corner’ OCEAN CITY — “It does appear that we’ve turned a corner in regards to the Fed and their lengthy battle to bring down inflation,” Gregory Matuson told a room full of business owners Jan. 18 at the Flanders Hotel. The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce hosted the president and CEO […]
Ocean city boys basketball stays red hot in hard week
Raider Nation loses hoops great Laverty OCEAN CITY — Before their game against St. Augustine Preparatory School, Ocean City High School held a 21-second moment of silence in honor of former Red Raider basketball player Connor Laverty. Laverty, 25, died recently after a battle with cancer. He played basketball for Ocean City, where he eclipsed […]
Beachfront home boasts exceptional ocean views in quiet Ocean City Southend
OCEAN CITY — The beachfront condominium at 5543 Central Ave. checks every box of a terrific shore getaway for a large family and friends. With four bedrooms, there is enough space to sleep eight plus overflow in the wide-open great room if necessary. But as terrific as the 1,620 square feet of waterfront living space […]
Ocean City fan-favorite photographer Kravitz dies
OCEAN CITY — Tributes poured in for professional photographer Donald B. Kravitz, who died Jan. 15, 2024. Kravitz was a fixture at Ocean City events for decades and his work encompassed everything from local charitable events to Miss America pageants. Kravitz, a talented and genial presence who was well respected among his peers, was seemingly […]
Ocean City’s final tab for Klause lots is nearly $20M.
City Council agrees to settlement after taking the property in 2018 OCEAN CITY — City Council cast the final vote Jan. 11 to settle a years-long, $20 million saga involving the acquisition of land from Klause Enterprises. Members unanimously approved bonding for another $9.9 million to purchase the former Chevrolet dealership and create a stretch […]
Upper Township to propose rental regulations
PETERSBURG — Township Committee is expected to introduce new rules governing short-term property rentals following a report by a subcommittee tasked with examining the issue. Deputy Mayor Kim Hayes, who led the subcommittee formed in September, said a new ordinance created to regulate rentals was a collaborative effort. “I think this really accomplishes what we […]
CELEBRATING THE LEGACY OF MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.
Ocean City celebrates the life and legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 15 with its annual ceremony and presentation of the Martin Luther King Community Service Awards. This year’s recipients are Bill McMahon III and Jane French. Rev. Gregory Johnson recited King’s ‘I Have a Dream’ speech, an annual highlight of […]
Ocean City Police Department launches bike safety program
Officers offer children pizza, soda for obeying rules OCEAN CITY — The Ocean City Police Department is working with four island businesses to promote the safe operation of bicycles — both electric- and pedal-powered — and reward youths for displaying appropriate behavior. Chief Bill Campbell, who took over the department Nov. 9 from former chief […]