by Cindy Christy Fertsch | Jan 15, 2026 | Top Stories, Cape May County, Features, News, Ocean City, South Jersey, Upper Township
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...
by shorelocalnews | Jan 12, 2026 | What's Happening, Cape May County, Features, Ocean City, South Jersey
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...
by shorelocalnews | Jan 7, 2026 | Ocean City, Business, Cape May County, Features, South Jersey
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...
by shorelocalnews | Jan 7, 2026 | Ocean City, Cape May County, Features, South Jersey
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...
by shorelocalnews | Jan 5, 2026 | Ocean City, Cape May County, Features, South Jersey, What's Happening
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...
by shorelocalnews | Dec 30, 2025 | Features, Cape May County, Ocean City, South Jersey, What's Happening
WHAT: Ocean City marks the 33rd anniversary of its popular family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration this year, and as many as 10,000 are expected to attend. First Night offers more than 70 activities and entertainment programs at 20 different venues throughout town....
