by Roseann Smith | Apr 30, 2026 | South Jersey, Cape May County, Features, Ocean City
On Thursday, April 23, 2026, the Ocean City Community Center hosted its first annual Senior Citizens’ Prom. Festive prom decor was provided by Maryann McElroy, senior center coordinator, and her staff. Prom goers were treated to a balloon “photo corner,” sponsored by...
by Julia Train | Apr 30, 2026 | News, Cape May County, Features, Ocean City, South Jersey
At its April 23 meeting, Ocean City’s City Council introduced a $125.4 million municipal budget, which includes a 2.4% increase in the local property tax if no further reductions are made. Council members unanimously moved the budget forward, opening the door for...
by Michael | Apr 30, 2026 | Cape May County, Features, Ocean City, South Jersey, What's Happening
Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday (May 1) for a summer concert by Chris Janson. The country music star will bring his “Wild Horses Untamed” tour to the Ocean City Music Pier at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13. Janson’s No. 1 hits include “Buy Me A Boat,” “Fix A Drink,”...
by Steffen Klenk | Apr 23, 2026 | This Week's Top Entertainment Picks, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Features, Ocean City, South Jersey, What's Happening
Florence + The Machine’s highly anticipated tour makes a special stop at Boardwalk Hall this Saturday. Plus, the annual Somers Point Bayfest makes its return. Philly sports icons come to Ocean City and Cinco de Mayo starts early at Mexican Madness. Read all about it...
by shorelocalnews | Apr 23, 2026 | News, Cape May County, Features, Ocean City, South Jersey
The N.J. Department of Environmental Protection announced today that Ocean City will receive a $5 million grant to restore the tidal marsh on Shooting Island. The project will provide a beneficial way to use material dredged from the city’s lagoons and waterways. The...
by shorelocalnews | Apr 23, 2026 | What's Happening, Cape May County, Features, Ocean City, South Jersey
Hundreds of spectators lined the Boardwalk and Asbury Avenue on Saturday as Ocean City hosted its 39th Annual Doo Dah Parade, a lighthearted tradition that continues to draw crowds from across the region. Known for its quirky charm, the parade featured a lively mix of...
