Ocean City Beach Patrol lifeguard tryouts
Tough competition for limited spots; OCBP seeks candidates with physical and character attributes OCEAN CITY — The competition for a spot on the Ocean City Beach Patrol was much tougher Saturday than in recent years. With 47 candidates trying out, the OCBP planned to select less than a fifth overall. “We’re only going to take eight, […]
Classic Riviera single offers multiple spaces for enjoying the shore
OCEAN CITY — The luxurious two-story single-family home at 1905 Glenwood Drive was built by a local builder for himself in the desirable bayside Riviera neighborhood of Ocean City. Located on an oversized lot with a large front porch, this home has multiple decks with partial sunset views. Sporting a stucco exterior with metal railings, terracotta shingles […]
Francis J. Larkins, 86
Francis J. Larkins, “Frank”, 86 of Ocean City, NJ passed away peacefully on Monday, May 26, 2025 in Shore Medical Center with his family by his side. Born in Upper Darby, PA to the late James J. and Anna B.(nee Fox) Larkins. Frank was a graduate of West Catholic High School and LaSalle University. He […]
Beachfront duplex offers multiple options for next owner of the island oasis
OCEAN CITY — The nearly identical beachfront condominiums at 2924-26 Wesley Ave. provide endless opportunities, from summer vacations for an extended family or large friends group to investment income weekly, monthly or seasonally. Situated right in the heart of the popular Goldcoast section of the island, the homes are just steps away from a private […]
Councilman Terry Crowley: Get airport project moving
He wants city to take advantage of $3 million gift OCEAN CITY — City Council Vice President Terry Crowley Jr. wants the city to move forward on a new terminal building at the Ocean City Municipal Airport. He made that plea during the council’s May 22 meeting. On Oct. 15, 2024, with benefactor Leon Grisbaum […]
Somers Point to consider week minimum at short-term rentals
Vote split 5-2 on introduction; public hearing set for June 12 SOMERS POINT — In a rare act of division, City Council voted 5-2 on May 22 to introduce a measure that would lengthen the minimum stay at a short-term rental from three to seven nights. “The city of Somers Point has adopted regulations governing […]
Shore Road pothole repair near Rt. 52 delayed to June 9
Beach Concert Series may extend a week SOMERS POINT — Motorists turning onto Shore Road from the base of the Route 52 causeway are welcomed to Somers Point by a gantlet of potholes. Stretching from the intersection, past George Street and almost to the corner of Annie Avenue, the pavement is pitted, patched, poorly repaired […]
Michael J. Calise
Michael J. Calise suddenly passed away on May 15th, 2025 at his residence in Seaville, NJ. Born in Nagasaki, Japan to the parents, Michael and Maria Calise. Soon after Michael was born, they traveled to Ocean City, NJ where his parents would continue to grow their family. After graduating Ocean City High School in 1977, […]
The key is turned, business plunges in, the season opens
OCEAN CITY — An aging real estate agent and his lovely partner, the Greek god Triton, several mermaids, summer Santa Claus, a celebrity hermit crab, local soccer players and assorted other characters came out under a brooding sky to celebrate the opening of the tourism season in America’s Greatest Family Resort. Ocean City held its […]
In memory of those who died
Ocean City family salutes fallen veterans with Memorial Beach Challenge course OCEAN CITY — Hundreds of athletes young and old, as well as other brave souls maybe not quite as fit but with an abundance of patriotism in their hearts, tackled the Memorial Beach Challenge on May 24 to pay tribute to military veterans who […]