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Route 52 Causeway Lane Closures Start Nov. 9


The following public notice is from the N.J. Department of Transportation:(Trenton) – The Route 52/Stainton Memorial Causeway is scheduled to have single lane closures in both directions beginning Monday, November 9 and continuing for the next sever…

Mayor's Update — Nov. 6, 2026


November 6, 2026Dear Friends,The N.J. Department of Transportation has provided a tentative schedule for repairs to the bridge lights. The work is expected to begin Monday and include single-lane closures in both directions.There will be no lane clo…

What's Happening in Ocean City: Upcoming Events


Trail of Two Cities 5K and ‘Cabaret’ Highlight WeekendThe Trail of Two Cities 5-kilometer run/walk will be held for the 31st time on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026. The popular 5K (3.1-mile) race offers spectacular views over the length of a point-to-point …

All Invited to Community Thanksgiving Service on Nov. 24


St. Frances Cabrini Church will host the annual Ocean City Ecumenical Council Community Thanksgiving Service at 12 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2026.The service — sponsored by the Ocean City Ministerium and the Ecumenical Council — will include Thanksgivi…

Matt von der Hayden Named New Business Administrator


Mayor Jay Gillian announced that he has appointed Matt von der Hayden as Ocean City’s next business administrator. His appointment was approved by City Council on Thursday, Oct. 22.Von der Hayden will succeed George Savastano, 67, who will retire fr…

First Night 2027 Admission Buttons Go On Sale Oct. 10


It’s not too early to start making plans to ring in 2027 at Ocean City’s family-friendly First Night New Year’s Eve celebration. All-inclusive admission buttons for the annual event will go on sale at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10.First Night Ocean City …

Video and Slides of August 29 Mayor's Town Hall Meeting


Mayor Jay A. Gillian held a town hall meeting at the Ocean City Free Public Library on Saturday, August 29, 2026. He provided updates on upcoming city improvements and answered questions from the public. Video of the meeting is available below or by…