Ocean City teen brings clean water solution to Senior Center
OCEAN CITY — Ocean City resident Jake Holzer visited the Howard Stainton Senior Center on July 23 to discuss the global clean water crisis that affects more than 2 billion people worldwide. The seniors learned about the issue, then assembled filters for those suffering from lack of suitable water. Each filter provides 10 people with […]
Revolutionary War hero gets historical marker in Upper Township
PETERSBURG — Upper Township’s Revolutionary War hero Henry Young will finally get the recognition he deserves with a historical marker on his grave in the family cemetery. The William G. Pomeroy Foundation historic marker dedication of the Ensign Henry Young Family Burying Ground is scheduled for 10 a.m. Sept. 27 at the Cape May National […]
Upper Bay Race raises $22,000 for National MS Society
STRATHMERE — The Upper Township Beach Patrol and Deauville Inn teamed up to raise more than $22,000 for multiple sclerosis research and treatment during the 33rd annual Upper Township MS Bay Race on July 21. UTBP Chief Bill Handley said there were 48 boats and more than 60 paddlers in the event who matched the […]
OCAC features dollmaker, painter Camp in August exhibit
OCEAN CITY — In August, the Ocean City Arts Center’s gallery features work by Kimberly Camp, who was just recognized as one of the New Jersey State Heritage Fellows for 2025. The exhibit, titled “Dolls & Painting: Tools of Communication,” features a selection of innovative and emotive dolls and paintings. The exhibit opens Aug. 2 and […]
Somers Point benefits from multiple Eagle Scout projects
SOMERS POINT — The eagle has landed at the home of Matt and Staci Endicott in Somers Point. City Council honored their son Carson Endicott for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout with Scouting America Troop 94 on June 25, the same night members approved brother Eli Endicott’s project. Both are intended to improve Richard […]
NIGHT IN VENICE 2025
Champions theme a hit with decorators of boats, homes along the parade route OCEAN CITY — This year’s Night in Venice theme was popular among those competing in the boat- and home-decorating contests as America’s Greatest Family Resort held the 70th anniversary event July 26. The theme, “70 Years of Champions,” provided an opportunity for […]
A ‘Good Trouble’ rally in Ocean City
Candidates and other speakers address protesters, call for action OCEAN CITY — Citizens groups picked one of the hottest days of the summer season so far to raise some “Good Trouble” Thursday afternoon, protesting President Donald Trump’s policies and actions while listening to a host of candidates running for county, state and federal offices. It […]
Teen killed on E-bike in Somers Point
SOMERS POINT — An Egg Harbor Township teen was killed July 16 in a collision between his E-bike and a car on the bike path in Somers Point. Somers Point Police Chief Robert Somers said officers responded to Maryland Avenue just before 8 p.m. Thursday after receiving reports of the accident. The 14-year-old boy, who […]
Ocean City approves 3% tax on rentals through Airbnb, VRBO and similar platforms
City Council splits 4-3 in favor with arguments for and against new tax OCEAN CITY — Starting late this year or early 2026, people who book short-term rentals in Ocean City through online sites such as Airbnb and VRBO will be paying an additional 3 percent tax. Ocean City Council voted 4-3 Thursday, July 17, […]
Dr. Oz visits AtlantiCare, talks Medicare, Medicaid
ATLANTIC CITY – Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), visited AtlantiCare last week for one of his first integrated health system visits since assuming the role. The visit brought national focus to southeastern New Jersey through critical conversations, elevating the role of health systems in advancing care […]