Ocean City News

Beach Cleanups on Saturday, April 12


Ocean City will launch a new pilot program with a community beach cleanup starting at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 12, at Surf Road Beach. Beachgoers will be able to borrow specially designed bags to pick up trash or collect shells while enjoying their ti…

Mayor's Update — April 4, 2024


Dear Friends,If you’re like me, I’m sure you’re frustrated trying to get around town through all of our road construction projects. There are a lot of roads and alleys in town that need work, and we’re committed to limiting these jobs to the spring …

Police Launch New Autism Awareness Program


The Ocean City Police Department on Thursday (March 27) announced a new program to help police identify the characteristics and behaviors of persons with autism. Police will help distribute blue envelopes that can be kept in the vehicles of persons …

Notice of City Council Meeting Time Changes


The Regular City Council Meetings scheduled for the following dates below will now be held at 6:00 p.m. rather than 10:00 a.m. in Council Chambers, Third Floor, City Hall, 861 Asbury Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226.  April 24, 2025May 22, 2025June 26, …

Free Military Beach Tags Available for Pickup


Ocean City's free military beach tags are now available for pickup. Remember to have proper military identification to receive your free tag(s). Veterans receive free tags (veteran only). Active military members, spouses and immediate children up to…

Lane Closures Expected During Lights Project on Causeway


The Route 52/Stainton Memorial Causeway (leading to Ninth Street) is scheduled to have single-lane closures in both directions for the next several months, as a lighting rehabilitation project begins in Ocean City and Somers Point.From 9 a.m. to 3 p…