Christmas tree on beach honors military
On a blustery Friday following Thanksgiving, members of the Darrow family made their annual visit to the 11th Street beach in Ocean City, placing a large Christmas tree beside the dunes. The gesture continues a meaningful tradition that began four years ago to honor...
The Flanders Hotel marks the season with tradition, history and community
As the holiday season arrives, The Flanders Hotel is once again preparing to welcome guests into its elaborately decorated lobby, a tradition that has become part of Ocean City’s winter landscape. Throughout December, the landmark property hosts seasonal events...
Ocean City mayor Jay Gillian announces personal bankruptcy filing
To the residents of Ocean City: I want to address a deeply personal matter with the openness and honesty that you deserve from your mayor. Recently I made the painful decision to file for personal bankruptcy. This was an extraordinarily difficult decision, but...
What’s happening in Ocean City: Christmas Parade, Train Show, Holiday Festival highlight the weekend
Ocean City’s annual Christmas Parade travels down Asbury Avenue at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5. Lights, garland, wreaths and bows adorn “The Avenue” for the season, and the parade will bring a variety of bands, floats and other entries to add a little warmth to the winter....
Pajama-clad shoppers flock to Earlier than the Bird
Ocean City kicked off the holiday shopping season with its annual Earlier than the Bird event, held this past Saturday, Nov. 22. Hundreds flocked to Asbury Avenue for a full morning of special deals, discounts, and sales, while dressed in their PJs. The festivities...
