Boogie boarder missing in ocean off Ocean City
OCEAN CITY — Authorities continued to search Wednesday for a 20-year-old boogie boarder who went missing Monday in the ocean off 10th Street beach. As of 2:10 p.m. May 20, the city reported that “despite tireless efforts, the missing swimmer has not been located.” “The search for the missing swimmer will continue into tomorrow, May […]
After a year of speaking at City Council, Kelly joins it
Councilman-elect: I’ll be agreeable, but won’t abandon my principles OCEAN CITY — Jim Kelly said he will be agreeable when he joins Ocean City Council on July 1, but that doesn’t mean he will abandon his priorities or principles. “I always remind myself, ‘Be strong and be agreeable,’ because that is how you can work […]
Gillian wins fifth term as mayor of Ocean City
OCEAN CITY — Voters went to the polls in Ocean City Tuesday, May 12, and re-elected Jay Gillian to a fifth term as mayor. “I think if anything, this election tells us that Ocean City does not like hate, they don’t like the ugliness,” he said at the Flanders Hotel after the results were announced. […]
It looks like Madden drew equally from Hartzell and Gillian in mayor’s race
OCEAN CITY — When Pete Madden made it a three-way race for mayor this winter, a question arose: Would he be the spoiler, causing incumbent Mayor Jay Gillian to lose, or would he have that effect on second-time challenger Keith Hartzell? For his own part, Madden said he was confident he could win. However, he […]
Cape May County advances alternative airport housing plan
Initiative aims to support USCG expansion, national security, airport sustainability CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — Cape May County commissioners are trying a different approach to build housing on land at the Cape May County Airport. Commission Director Leonard Desiderio announced last week that the county is seeking to build rental housing for U.S. Coast Guard […]
S.P. Council approves EDAC budget with spending limits, extra oversight
SOMERS POINT — In a 6-1 vote, City Council approved a $36,800 budget May 14 for the Economic Development Advisory Committee, freeing up funds for marketing and networking. The 10-member volunteer body was formed to advise officials on economic conditions and ways to improve them. Councilman Sean McGuigan questioned the expenditures, saying the figures provided […]
Upper Township dedicates August as Military Appreciation Month
PETERSBURG — Ed Dixon feels that military veterans deserve more appreciation than the two days designated by the federal government each year — Memorial Day, which pays tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice amid war, and Veterans Day, which honors all who have served. The 82-year-old has been visiting city halls across southern […]
Sea&Do: Upcoming events
‘Golden Age’ topic at AARP meeting OCEAN CITY – May is Older Americans Month, a time to recognize older adults’ contributions and reaffirm the commitment to supporting the health and wellness of each member of the older community. Join Ocean City AARP Chapter 1062 at 1 p.m. Friday, May 15, for a TED Talk highlighting […]
‘May the 4th Be With You’ at Dawes Avenue School STEAM Night
SOMERS POINT — Curiosity met force May the Fourth as Dawes Avenue School hosted a Star Wars-themed STEAM Night. Dozens of district children gathered at the school for activities involving science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics, along with free pizza and snacks. Inside the library, students could check out Minecraft magnetic block cubes, fidget spinners […]
New Jersey government faces backlash over strict E-bike legislation
CAPE MAY COUNTY — A new law regulating electric bicycles is set to take effect in July, requiring riders to register and insure the vehicles. The law, signed by former Gov. Phil Murphy as one of his final actions in office, was created following a series of fatal accidents. In 2019, a detailed vehicle classification […]