Correction officer guilty of sexual assault of a minor
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE – On Friday, April 12, a jury found Jonathan Perez, a correction officer from the Cape May County Correctional Center, guilty on four charges, including sexual assault of a minor. Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Sheriff Robert Nolan announced the verdict in a press release Friday afternoon. A […]
William ‘Bill’ Briggs
William “Bill” Briggs, of Ocean City, NJ, formerly of Gloucester Twp., NJ, passed away peacefully April 9, 2024, at the age of 74 years. Devoted and loving husband of 54 years to Angie Briggs (nee Meo). Beloved father of Bill Briggs and Annie McCann (Chuck). Proud grandfather of C.J. McCann and Nia McCann. Dear brother […]
Ocean City candidate profile: Amie Vaules
Has passion to help others, business knowledge Editor’s note: The Ocean City Sentinel is running profiles of the candidates for Ocean City Council in the May 14 election. Incumbent Third Ward Councilman Jody Levchuk is facing a challenge from Amie Vaules. OCEAN CITY — Amie Vaules would bring her experience in business and her passion […]
Ocean City candidate profile: Jody Levchuk
Notes his leadership style, getting input from stakeholders Editor’s note: The Ocean City Sentinel is running profiles of the candidates for Ocean City Council in the May 14 election. Incumbent Third Ward Councilman Jody Levchuk is facing a challenge from Amie Vaules. OCEAN CITY — Jody Levchuk said he knows the inner workings of the […]
Ocean City candidate profile: Paul Stryker
Cites business experience, time living in Second Ward Editor’s note: The Ocean City Sentinel is running profiles of the candidates for Ocean City Council in the May 14 election. Former councilman Keith Hartzell and Paul Stryker are seeking the Second Ward seat. Incumbent Second Ward Councilman Tom Rotondi is not seeking re-election. OCEAN CITY — […]
Ocean City candidate profile: Keith Hartzell
Believes council members should reach out to constituents Editor’s note: The Ocean City Sentinel is running profiles of the candidates for Ocean City Council in the May 14 election. Former councilman Keith Hartzell and Paul Stryker are seeking the Second Ward seat. Incumbent Tom Rotondi is not seeking re-election. OCEAN CITY — Keith Hartzell believes […]
Upper Township school budget raises tax rate 3.1¢
PETERSBURG — The Upper Township School District’s proposed budget for 2024-25 increases the tax rate 3.1 cents per $100 of assessed value and, if approved as presented, would raise the bill on an average assessed home ($288,834) by about $90. Featuring an operating budget of $36,620,854, the spending plan increases the tax levy 2.59 percent […]
Somers Point budget raises tax rate 1.47¢
SOMERS POINT — City Council introduced its 2024 budget March 28, calling for a 1.47-cent increase in the municipal tax rate to $1.1237 per $100 of assessed value. That equates to almost $15 more on each $100,000 of assessed value, or about $30 on a $200,000 home. “There is much, much better news this year […]
West Point cadet from Ocean City named Goldwater Scholar
WEST POINT, N.Y. – Cadet Garret Longstaff of Ocean City, Class of 2025, has been announced a Goldwater Scholar by the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation. West Point has earned 15 Goldwater Scholarships since competing in 2018. The Barry Goldwater Scholarship Program, one of the oldest and most prestigious national scholarships in […]
Somers Point may lease space in New York Ave. school
SOMERS POINT — The Somers Point School District has advertised space for lease at New York Avenue School and the city is considering utilizing some of the space.Interim Superintendent Chris Kobik said the Board of Education sent out a request for proposals for leasing two floors of the building. Bid opening was scheduled for March […]