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ESPN's Marty Smith Named Night In Venice Grand Marshal


ESPN reporter and host Marty Smith will be grand marshal of the 2024 Night in Venice boat parade on July 20 in Ocean City, N.J. Smith, who owns a home in Ocean City, will be joined by family members for the 69th anniversary of the festive summer eve…

Mayor's Update – May 17, 2024


Dear Friends, Another summer is fast approaching, and the city is wrapping up road projects and getting ready for another season of family fun and special events.Work crews started milling and paving West Avenue from 18th Street to 26th Street today…

Oversized Trash/Recycling Cans Will Not Be Picked Up


The Ocean City Public Works Division wants to remind residents that trash and recycling containers placed at curbside for pickup must be no greater than 32 gallons in capacity and 50 pounds in weight, as per local ordinance. The city’s waste managem…

Walking Club Invites All to Stroll the Boards Weekly


The Ocean City Walking Club, which was formed last summer, will return this year and invite everybody to join weekly walks on the Ocean City Boardwalk on Friday mornings.People of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to meet outside the Ocean …

OCBP Tryout for Lifeguards Set for June 1


The Ocean City Beach Patrol will hold a tryout for new lifeguards on Saturday, June 1, 2024, for candidates 16 and older and for candidates who are 15, but who turn 16 before July 15, 2024. Candidates under 16 years of age are not eligible to begin …

Night in Venice Committee Announces Theme for 2024


Night in Venice Planning Committee Chairman Dave Winslow announced today the theme for the 2024 event: “Summertime Vibes: A Tribute to Jimmy Buffett.” Ocean City’s 69th annual Night in Venice at 6:30 p.m. July 20 this year will honor Buffett and pro…

Free Military Beach Tags Available for Pickup


Ocean City's free military beach tags will be available for pickup starting on Saturday, Feb. 24. Remember to have proper military identification to receive your free tag(s). Veterans receive free tags (veteran only). Active military members, spouse…