Big barriers to liquor sales in Ocean City
City Council clears up rumors about a boardwalk hotel – that’s not even proposed – getting a liquor license OCEAN CITY — There has been a lot of fear mongering about a large hotel replacing Gillian’s Wonderland Pier and bringing with it alcohol sales to this dry town. The amusement park has been a boardwalk […]
Retired Ocean City firefighter emotionally recalls work at Ground Zero recovery days after 9-11 terror attacks
OCEAN CITY — Twenty-three years later and it’s still not easy for retired Ocean City firefighter Brian Green to recount the memories of supporting the recovery efforts at Ground Zero in New York City in the aftermath of the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks. He was the most impactful speaker at Ocean City’s 9-11 Remembrance […]
Ocean City police chief, fire chief talk readiness, the toll of Sept. 11; mayor speaks of mental health support
OCEAN CITY — At last week’s 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony, Ocean City’s police chief and fire chief pledged their departments’ readiness to put their lives on the line to protect the resort’s citizens. Mayor Jay Gillian asked the audience to consider the hidden scars of those battling mental health issues. Speaking to a large audience who […]
Ocean City’s Brambley Golf League wraps 33rd season with tournament, luncheon
By THE HANDICAPPER IV OCEAN CITY – The Brambley Golf League closed out its 33rd season in grand fashion by hosting two events to wrap up another stellar season. The first event was the annual Best Ball Tournament and the second was the 23rd Jean D. Robinson Awards Luncheon. The Best Ball Tournament was held at […]
Ocean City Tuesday Senior Golf: Carter sets putting record
By TONY CHERBY BUENA — The Ocean City Tuesday Senior Golf League finished its 2024 match play rounds with Captain Dave Carter having his second monster day in as many weeks. He put together a league-leading low gross 83, which is also the second best for the year. Ironically Dave’s opponent, Roger Probert, owns the […]
Ocean City Surf Fishing Tournament Sept. 21
OCEAN CITY — The Ocean City Fishing Club expects more than 100 anglers to line city beaches in its 55th Annual Surf Fishing Tournament, which will be held Saturday, September 21, a month earlier than in the past. Ed Parkinson, OCFC member who runs the tournament, hopes the earlier date will mean warmer weather for […]
Lois Fosbenner
Lois Fosbenner went home to be with her Lord and Savior after a long battle with Alzheimer’s on Sept. 12, 2024. She grew up in Beesley’s Point and was a graduate of Ocean City High School and Trenton State Teachers College. She taught many years for the 4th-grade class at The Pilgrim Academy and summers […]
Ocean City Council president free falls from 10,500 feet at Airport Festival
OCEAN CITY — City Council President Pete Madden had a short but unusual perspective of the resort he represents early Saturday afternoon, free falling toward it from 10,500 feet in the air. He did a tandem parachute jump with Team Fastrax during the annual Airport Festival. The free fall lasted about 45 seconds and then the […]
Upscale beachfront home includes special features for living luxury lifestyle
OCEAN CITY — A coffered ceiling, shiplap accent walls, multiple decks and a stacked-stone foundation skirt are just some of the fantastic features of the condominium at 3728 Wesley Ave. in the Southend neighborhood of America’s Greatest Family Resort. “Everything you could ask for is in this magnificent home,” listing agent Cliff Montgomery said, noting […]
Ocean City High School field hockey team has young lineup
OCEAN CITY — To say the Ocean City High School field hockey team is young this season would be an understatement. At any point, according to head coach Kelsey Burke, there are five freshmen and two sophomores on the field. “We have a lot of freshmen starting this year so we’re hoping to get some good […]