by shorelocalnews | Dec 9, 2025 | Ocean City, Cape May County, Features, South Jersey, What's Happening
It’s not too early to think about celebrating the arrival of 2026 at Ocean City’s family-friendly First Night New Year’s Eve celebration. All-inclusive admission buttons are on sale now. Don’t wait to purchase your buttons, because supplies are limited. Tickets are...
by Julia Train | Dec 4, 2025 | News, Cape May County, Features, Ocean City, South Jersey, Top Stories
Eustace Mita, owner of the former Wonderland Pier site on the Ocean City Boardwalk, is pausing any plans to sell the property as he waits to see whether the city will reconsider his proposed $150 million luxury resort hotel. Mita — who also owns ICONA Resorts, a brand...
by Marcella Curcio | Dec 4, 2025 | Features, Cape May County, Ocean City, South Jersey, Top Stories
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...
by Steffen Klenk | Dec 4, 2025 | Features, Cape May County, Ocean City, South Jersey, Top Stories
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...
by Marcella Curcio | Dec 4, 2025 | Features, Cape May County, Ocean City, South Jersey
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...
