Upper Township advances plan for cannabis sales near Ocean City
Officials in Upper Township have taken the first formal steps toward allowing a cannabis dispensary within a limited commercial corridor near one of the primary gateways to Ocean City. At a recent Township Committee meeting, members unanimously approved three...
What’s happening in Ocean City: Martin Luther King Day Ceremony set for Monday, Jan. 19
Ocean City will celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026. The ceremony will start at 12 p.m. at the Ocean City Tabernacle (550 Wesley Avenue). The event brings the community together to remember Dr. King through words, song...
Ocean City Dog Park to Close Temporarily for Renovations
The Ocean City Dog Park at 45th Street and Haven Avenue will be closed for renovations beginning on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. The renovations will include installation of a new main pavilion, removal of a concrete planter wall and various fencing repairs. The...
MLK Community Service Award Winners Announced
Ocean City Mayor Jay Gillian today announced the 2026 recipients of the annual Martin Luther King Community Service Awards. Dr. Constance Pritchard, Sister Joelle Thren and Jennifer Shirk will be honored. Each year, the awards recognize volunteer activity and service...
What’s happening in Ocean City: Save the dates for your favorite events in 2026
Ocean City greeted the new year in style with spectacular First Night and First Day celebrations, and the city is planning another full calendar of special events for 2026. It’s not too early to start planning for family fun in the new year, and here is our tentative...
