Ocean City may limit area, raise fee for boardwalk buskers
OCEAN CITY — Boardwalk entertainers may be more limited in where they can perform next summer and pay four times more to do so. City Council gave initial approval to new rules that would allow all performances between May 1 and Oct. 31 only in two designated zones — Fifth to Eighth streets and 12th […]
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 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 […]
Bible study: Book of Colossians at Tabernacle Baptist
OCEAN CITY — Tabernacle Baptist Church invites the public to an eight-week Bible study exploring the Book of Colossians. Led by Joe Rowell, the Bible study will be offered in person and via Facebook Live at 6:30 p.m. every other Tuesday. Rowell will discuss the teachings of Paul and how to better align daily lives […]
Ocean City to honor McMahon III, J. French with MLK Awards
OCEAN CITY — Ocean City will celebrate the life and legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 15, with its annual ceremony and presentation of the Martin Luther King Community Service Awards. The ceremony is scheduled to begin at noon at the Ocean City Tabernacle. The event brings the community together […]
Mayor Tapp takes seat in Somers Point
SOMERS POINT — Dennis Tapp was sworn in Jan. 5 as the city’s first new mayor in 16 years, replacing longtime mayor Jack Glasser. Tapp defeated U.S. Air Force veteran and nurse Morgan Slaughter in the November election. “I am deeply and profoundly grateful for the trust and confidence you have shown in me by […]