A tree by the sea: How a simple idea became an Ocean City holiday ritual
The Christmas tree has long served as an iconic family staple and the centerpiece of the holiday season. For many Ocean City residents, that tradition now includes their own beach Christmas tree for the public to enjoy. The ritual began in 2019 when Sue McElwee, along...
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...
Think local this holiday season
Letter from the editor As the season of gift giving is upon us, I encourage you to think local first. This Saturday is Small Business Saturday, and I hope you’ll join us in celebrating all that our local businesses have to offer. At Shore Local, celebrating the...
Earliest polar vortex appearanceon record may hit New Jersey
The earliest polar vortex on record is likely to hit the United States this week. Meteorologists like me are keeping a close eye on the sky above the North Pole. We’re watching for something called a sudden stratospheric warming (SSW). If an SSW happens, it’s like...
Events and Happenings
Thursday, November 27 Annual Fast & Furriest 5k Turkey Trot 8:30 a.m. Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk Join the Humane Society of Ocean City for their 18th Annual Fast and Furriest 5K Turkey Trot down the Boardwalk. Registration opens at 7 a.m. and the run...
