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 […]
Classic island bungalow close to the bay updated but keeps its beach vibe
OCEAN CITY — The classic shore town bungalow at 26 Sunset Place is the perfect mix of nostalgic and new. While the two-bedroom rancher maintains its 1950s charm on the outside and interior design — the living room, dining area and kitchen are on the left, bedrooms (one with a powder room) and a full bathroom […]
Ocean City girls win fourth-straight CAL lacrosse title after battle with Holy Spirit
Marley Ostrander scores five goals for the Red Raiders OCEAN CITY — Holy Spirit’s girls lacrosse team matched the Red Raiders goal for goal through three quarters of the Cape-Atlantic League championship game Thursday night at Carey Stadium, keeping the outcome in doubt until the final minutes. After Ocean City High School’s girls finally got […]
Raider boys lacrosse wins fourth Cape-Atlantic League championship
Ocean City takes lead early then holds off Mustang comeback OCEAN CITY – After a season of tough tests, the Ocean City Red Raiders are still the kings of the Cape-Atlantic League. On the verge of their fourth straight conference title, the Raiders hosted the rival Mainland Mustangs for the right to be called CAL […]
Richard Bennett
In early evening March 10, 2025, Richard (Dick, Rich, UR) Bennett’s spirit departed his earthly body to be reunited with his parents, Harry & Doris, and older brother Chuck. Living in Ocean City for the past 30+ years was the joy of his life. Prior to living there, he vacationed each year since his infancy. […]
Trio of advisers worked together behind the scenes to make OCHS proms a success
OCEAN CITY — Families’ social media feeds were filled over the weekend with pictures of beautifully dressed young people preparing for the prom at the Ocean City Music Pier. Over the past few months as the Ocean City High School juniors and seniors were picking out their gowns, tuxedoes and flowers, there was extensive work […]
Warhol, Frankenthaler foundations support O.C. Arts Center exhibit
OCEAN CITY – The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts and the Helen Frankenthaler Foundation will contribute $10,000 to save an Ocean City Arts Center art exhibit. The two major visual arts foundations announced a joint commitment of $800,000 to provide immediate support to 80 small and mid-sized cultural organization across the United States […]
Raider and Mustang track have S.J. champions
Maeve Smith double winner; Josiah Williams gets title; lots of medals, top 10 for both teams FRANKLINVILLE – Ocean City and Mainland Regional high schools have South Jersey track and field champions, medalists and top-10 finishers. The South Jersey Group III sectional meet was last weekend at Delsea Regional High School. Ocean City senior Maeve […]