Van Drew’s former aide charged with false report of assault
Ocean City woman claims masked gunmen targeted her because of position CAMDEN — An Ocean City woman, former aide to U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew, was charged with conspiring and falsely reporting to law enforcement that she had been violently assaulted due to her employment with a federal official, acting U.S. Attorney and Special Attorney […]
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas
OCEAN CITY – It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Throughout the county, from Ocean City to Cape May, from Upper Township to Lower Township, from Woodbine to Wildwood, bountiful yuletide decorations are being erected, displayed and rejoiced. It all starts with the tree. The evergreen tree has its roots in ancient cultures. […]
Central neighborhood condo puts owners in heart of all the action
OCEAN CITY — Those looking for a spacious shore getaway close to all of the action need look no further than the pristine second-floor condo at 1002 Central Ave. Sporting two suites and three guest rooms, a hall bathroom and an open great room for gathering to talk about the happenings of the day — […]
Jean C. Dattilo
Jean C. (Austin) Dattilo passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family on November 18th, 2025. In her final years, she resided at The Shores at Wesley Manor. She was born in Ocean City, New Jersey on July 12, 1929, where she was a lifelong resident. Her parents were Lewis and Clare (Morey) […]
Cape May County may sue state over PACT and REAL rules
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — The Cape May County Board of Commissioners led the charge countywide and beyond last year against the state’s proposed building rules revolving around climate threats and rising sea levels. That opposition combined with other organizations across the state helped convince the state Department of Environmental Protection to approve eased rules […]
Fastest E-bikes may be banned from Somers Point bike path
SOMERS POINT — Following extensive debate, City Council voted Nov. 13 to amend its proposed ban on E-bikes to prohibit only the fastest of the popular vehicles from the bike path and other city-owned property. There are three classes of the vehicles. Class 1 are pedal-assisted and can reach a maximum speed of 20 mph. […]
Windjammer closes; liquor license transferred
SOMERS POINT — The Windjammer Café and Bar in Somers Point closed Nov. 7 after serving the area for more than 14 years. On Nov. 13, City Council passed a resolution approving a person-to-person transfer of the restaurant’s liquor license from SSD Diner LLC to Websters SP LLC. Owner Steve Tiniakos did not respond to […]
Resident thanks Upper Twonship on cannabis reversal
PETERSBURG — Lifelong Upper Township resident Spencer Belz told Township Committee on Nov. 10 that he is pleased members are considering allowing cannabis sales. Township Committee voted unanimously Oct. 27 as part of the consent agenda to appoint Florio, Perrucci, Steinhardt, Cappelli and Tipton LLC as special legal counsel to amend the township’s cannabis ordinance, […]
Noise talks move to construction in Upper Township
PETERSBURG — Discussion of the noise ordinance being crafted by Township Committee moved to construction disruption Nov. 10. Solicitor John Amenhauser said Township Committee would like to set limits on when construction may be conducted, with a possible distinction for different zones. “In talking with residents and other communities, I saw in ours we had […]
OCHS Drama Guild presents ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’
OCEAN CITY — The Ocean City High School Drama Guild is set to present “Peter and the Starcatcher” on stage Nov. 20-22 at the Bill and Nancy Hughes Performing Arts Center. Performances are scheduled for 6:30 p.m. each evening. Director Ellen Byrne said the play “invites you to come aboard as we meet a Boy, […]