Remediation study for former gas station?
SOMERS POINT — The Economic Development Advisory Commission is working to facilitate remediation of a former gas station property and City Council agreed Sept. 25 to seek qualifications for a professional to review documents linked to the site. The 1,265-square-foot property, at the corner of Route 9 and Somers Point-Mays Landing Road, is owned by […]
‘No Kings’ rally draws thousands in Ocean City
Part of nationwide protest against Trump’s divisive policies OCEAN CITY — Protesters turned out en masse across the country for “No Kings” rallies Saturday, decrying the policies of the Trump administration and fearing a deterioration of the nation’s democracy. Major cities were packed with protesters and smaller communities drew crowds as well. A rally in […]
Michael J. Hoffman, 75
Michael J. Hoffman, 75, of Ocean City, NJ passed away peacefully on Monday, October 13, 2025 at his home with his family by his side. Born in Chestnut Hill, PA to the late Robert and Adelaide (nee James) Hoffman, Michael was a graduate of the Ocean City High School class of 1968 and earned his […]
Melinda May Mayne, 78
Melinda May Mayne, 78, was set free to be with the Lord on September 25, 2025. She had received wonderful care the last four years at The Shores, A United Methodist Home in Ocean City, NJ. Philadelphia, PA, was her place of birth in August of 1947. Survivors include Jane, a cousin, (Tom) Menie, and […]
Carolyn A. Kasper
On October 10th, 2025, Carolyn A. Kasper (nee Bishton) of Boca Raton, Fl, formerly of Bridgeton NJ died peacefully at her daughter’s home in Tuckahoe, NJ. She is survived by her loving husband, Dr. Mitchell Kasper; brothers Keith and John Bishton; and her children, Dr. Michael Kasper wife Caroline West Kasper, Susan Demore, Kimberly […]
Ocean City business leaders to City Council: Reopen vote on Wonderland
They want property referred to Planning Board, say it will help businesses OCEAN CITY — Ocean City Council took no action on the Wonderland Pier property during the meeting Oct. 9, but a contingent of business owners and business groups wish they had. The public comment session at the meeting lasted nearly two hours as […]
Jack Ciattarelli campaigns in South Jersey
Says he’ll be the most pro-business governor GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP — “Part of my reorganization of state government will include the re-establishment of a Department of Commerce to advocate for the business community,” Jack Ciattarelli said Oct. 7. “That Department of Commerce will work in partnership with chambers such as yours.” The Republican gubernatorial candidate was […]
Ocean City Council forms subcommittee to look at boardwalk
It will make recommendations to be sent on to the Planning Board OCEAN CITY — Ocean City Council President Terry Crowley Jr. announced the formation of an autonomous subcommittee to make recommendations on the future of the boardwalk — including the former Wonderland Pier site — and provide a report that would inevitably go to […]
Pink Hair fundraiser raises awareness of breast cancer
OCEAN CITY – One of the colors that arrives in the fall isn’t standard on changing leaves. It’s an especially vibrant neon pink that stands out on athletes’ socks, jerseys and T-shirts and is seen sprouting in oddly neat shocks on people’s heads. The pink explosion is in honor of October as Breast Cancer Awareness […]
Somers Point to mark nation’s 250th birthday; planning improvements at Broadway intersection
SOMERS POINT — The city is planning a grand celebration to mark the 250th birthday of the United States and the 140th anniversary of the city’s incorporation next Fourth of July. Councilman Kirk Gerety said Oct. 9 that the Recreation Board had discussed joining with the Somers Point Historical Society, city and others to hold […]