Lost children a common thing on the beach; tips on how to be prepared and to get help
FROM THE OCEAN CITY BEACH PATROL CHIEF OF OPERATIONS By ERICH BECKER OCBP Chief of Operations OCEAN CITY – As lifeguards, one of the most common things we deal with on the beach is lost children. This happens almost every day throughout the summer, and while it can happen anywhere on the island, it’s most common […]
Ocean City Police Department outfits drones so they can aid in rescues
OCPD UAS Unit demonstrates dropping floating device to swimmer in distress OCEAN CITY — The Ocean City Police Department unveiled an additional use of its remote-controlled drones last week — the ability to drop a flotation device to a swimmer in distress. The OCPD’s UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) Unit showed how Ptl. Brandon Smith could […]
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, […]
FROM THE OCBP CHIEF
Want to join the OCBP? Suggestions to pass the test By ERICH BECKER OCBP Chief of Operations OCEAN CITY – As we gear up for the 2025 summer season, I know many of you are excited about trying out for the Ocean City Beach Patrol. A common concern I hear from candidates is nervousness about the […]
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 […]
Karas realigned Ocean City Beach Patrol, provided ‘ethical north star’
Four-year stint as operations director came after issues with patrol spilled into public OCEAN CITY — J. Allan Karas, whose mission was to “right the ship” after the Ocean City Beach Patrol’s internal problems spilled into public view and led to a public reckoning, has left the position of director of operations after four years. […]
Ocean City Job Fair for seasonal positions March 15 at Music Pier
OCEAN CITY – The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Ocean City High School to host the annual Job Fair at the Ocean City Music Pier 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 15. The Job Fair provides a platform for job seekers to explore employment opportunities, network with local businesses, and highlight […]
Ocean City honors heroic first responders
Former fire chief gets Lifetime Achievement Award OCEAN CITY — Retired Fire Chief Joseph Foglio was awarded the first Fire Service Lifetime Achievement Award on Feb. 26 during the second annual Public Safety Recognition Event at Ocean City Tabernacle. Foglio began his career with the Ocean City Fire Department in January 1980 and quickly rose […]
Oliver Martin Muzslay, 83
Oliver Martin Muzslay of Ocean City, NJ and Surprise, AZ passed away Oct. 4, 2024 at home at the age of 83 after a long battle with leukemia. Born June 10, 1941, Ollie grew up in the Kensington section of Philadelphia. He graduated from Frankford High School class of January 1959 and Temple University in […]