Calmer hurricane season expected in Atlantic as worries over federal response persist
The Atlantic Ocean is predicted to have a tamer-than-usual hurricane season this year, but experts say it’s necessary to remain vigilant as it can take only one serious storm to cause significant damage. But with many of the nation’s climate and weather-focused and...
Boardwalk subcommittee envisions compromise for former Wonderland site
After about seven months of research, public input and analysis, Ocean City’s Boardwalk Subcommittee unveiled its recommendations for the future of the boardwalk. Now, City Council will be voting on whether to designate the property as an area “in need of...
Body of missing Ocean City swimmer recovered, identified
The body recovered last week in Sea Isle City has been positively identified as the swimmer who disappeared in the ocean off Ocean City more than a month ago. Law enforcement agencies, Sea Isle City Police, Ocean City Police, the New Jersey State Police and the Cape...
Questions remain after plane leaving Ocean City crashes
Three men boarded a small plane at Ocean City Municipal Airport on Saturday, expecting to arrive in Maryland before midnight. Instead, the flight ended in a wooded park, leaving investigators searching for answers and families grieving an unimaginable loss. According...
A teacher’s heart in the financial world
Views from the Shore One of the rewards of being involved in the community is meeting people whose careers have taken unexpected turns. Through the Somers Point Business Association, I recently met Thomas Farron, a financial professional with New York Life Insurance...
