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What’s happening in Ocean City: Gearing up for another summer season

What’s happening in Ocean City: Gearing up for another summer season

by shorelocalnews | May 11, 2026 | Ocean City, Cape May County, Features, South Jersey

With two weeks until Memorial Day, Ocean City is getting ready for another summer season. The official “Unlocking of the Ocean” will take place at noon on Friday, May 22, on the beach at Ninth Street. That opens the gates for the Business Persons Plunge, which...
Mom in the middle: Navigating  adult children and aging parents

Mom in the middle: Navigating  adult children and aging parents

by Michael | May 7, 2026 | Letters from the editor, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, South Jersey

From the editor There are moments in life when you suddenly realize the roles around you are beginning to shift. For me, that moment came last weekend during a walk on the Boardwalk with my daughter. As we strolled, she talked about her work in communications —...
Your guide to the perfect Mother’s Day at the Shore

Your guide to the perfect Mother’s Day at the Shore

by Delaney Crawford | May 7, 2026 | Features, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Entertainment, South Jersey, Top Stories

Mother’s Day is coming up, and plans need to be booked. Whether you’re treating someone you love to a dinner, brunch, spa day, or fun adventure, make this weekend special for any and all mother figures in your life. Nice weather, nice plans, and a great Mother’s Day...
Living fossils: Horseshoe crabs take center stage this spring

Living fossils: Horseshoe crabs take center stage this spring

by Sarah Fertsch | May 7, 2026 | Features, Atlantic County, Cape May County, South Jersey

Each spring along the Jersey Shore, an ancient ritual unfolds that predates even the dinosaurs. Under the glow of full and new moons, and timed precisely with high tides, thousands of horseshoe crabs crawl ashore to spawn—transforming quiet beaches into quite a scene!...
Events and Happenings

Events and Happenings

by shorelocalnews | May 7, 2026 | Calendars, Atlantic County, Cape May County, South Jersey, What's Happening

Multi-day Events Smithville Mayfest 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17 Historic Smithville, 615 E. Moss Mill Road Over 150 crafters and businesses will line the grounds of Historic Smithville and the Village Greene for a full weekend of shopping and...
Ocean City residents rally against 125-foot cell tower, citing safety, transparency concerns

Ocean City residents rally against 125-foot cell tower, citing safety, transparency concerns

by Submitted by Elizabeth Bonvetti | May 7, 2026 | News, Cape May County, Features, South Jersey

Residents near 33rd Street and Bay Avenue are raising concerns over a proposed 125-foot cell tower they say would dramatically impact the character, safety and quality of life in their residential neighborhood. The issue has drawn growing public attention in Ocean...
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