FROM THE OCBP CHIEF
Tough time of year, starting to say goodbye to the lifeguard crew OCEAN CITY — As we bid farewell to summer, a familiar scene unfolds along our beaches. Our dedicated student lifeguards — and many of our teachers — are starting to head back to school. It’s a bittersweet moment, and I can’t help but feel […]
Editor’s Desk: Defensive driving, the E-bike and E-scooter edition
Almost everyone who drives tries to avoid running into an errant E-bike or E-scooter rider. It’s a problem that seems to keep getting worse with those riders believing they are unencumbered by traffic laws and common sense. I was driving south on West Avenue in Ocean City toward the Ninth Street intersection around 5 p.m. […]
James A. Schmidt, 91
James “Jim” Schmidt, 91, of Lancaster, formerly of Beesley’s Point and Ocean City, NJ, passed away on August 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Cleveland, OH, he was the son of Russell and Margaret Schmidt. He shared over 70 years of love and memories with his devoted wife, Dorothy “Dottie” Schmidt. Jim’s […]
Renovated condominium provides fantastic retreat a couple blocks from the beach
OCEAN CITY — Just two blocks from the beach and world-famous boardwalk, the home at 1910 Central Ave. is ready to host its next fortunate family. And with four bedrooms and two bathrooms spread among 1,455 square feet of living space, there is even room for some friends. “This beautifully renovated condo offers the perfect […]
Harper Juelg crowned as Little Miss Ocean City 2026
She had been first runner-up in the pageant for the past three years OCEAN CITY – Always the bridesmaid, never the bride? Not this time. After three years finishing as the first runner-up, Harper Juelg was crowned Little Miss Ocean City 2026 Friday evening, Aug. 15, at the Ocean City Music Pier. Juelg burst into […]
Arianna DiAntonio crowned Junior Miss Ocean City 2026
OCEAN CITY — Arianna DiAntonio danced her way to the 2026 Junior Miss Ocean City crown Saturday night, Aug. 16, at the Ocean City Music Pier. A former Little Miss Ocean City (2022) and a rising sophomore at Ocean City High School, Arianna she felt a bit more trepidation going into the pageant after big sister […]
Ocean City Council to consider resolution related to Wonderland site
It would consider referring boardwalk property to Planning Board to decide if it is ‘area in need of rehabilitation’ OCEAN CITY — At next Thursday’s City Council meeting, members will consider a resolution that could affect whether Eustace Mita’s plan for a 252-room hotel at the former Wonderland Pier amusement park site may have a […]
Ocean City celebrates 115th Baby Parade on the boardwalk
OCEAN CITY — Lifeguards, boaters and sharks, ballerinas, princesses, golfers and tennis players were among the colorful characters gathered at the Civic Center Aug. 14 in preparation for the 115th annual Ocean City Baby Parade. The annual tradition offers a chance for parents to show off the newest generation of visitors to America’s Greatest Family […]
Minor garbage truck fire in Ocean City causes major traffic backups
OCEAN CITY – A minor garbage truck fire on Roosevelt Boulevard caused major traffic backups around 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13. Ocean City Fire Chief Bernard F. Walker said the engine compartment of a garbage truck caught fire on the shoulder of the westbound lane between Bay Avenue and the Roosevelt Boulevard bridge. He said […]
Ocean City Arts Center takes summer camp on the road
Teacher: ‘I felt privileged to be invited into their family. I know I left with a full heart’ WOODBINE — The Ocean City Arts Center is a popular destination upstairs in the Ocean City Community Center. There is a gallery and studios for classes in the fine and performing arts. For some students who can’t get to […]