Ocean City News

Coastal Flood Advisory in Effect for Wednesday and Thursday


Ocean City Office of Emergency ManagementSpecial Weather Statement:4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025   The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory in effect for Ocean City, Strathmere and nearby coastal areas from 12 p.m. Wednesday …

Inbound Vehicle Lanes of Causeway to Close on Saturday Morning


The inbound lanes of the Route 52 causeway (entering Ocean City at Ninth Street) will be closed Saturday (Nov. 1, 2025) from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. for the Trail of Two Cities 5K Race. Drivers may leave Ocean City during that time period using the out…

Rt. 52 Path Closed Starting Oct. 27; Bridge Lights Under Repair



Mayor's Update — Oct. 24, 2025


Dear Friends,We all share a love for our hometown of Ocean City. It is a truly special place to live, work and play. I’m proud of our city team and their tireless work to maintain our vast array of facilities, services and programs and to always imp…

First Night Buttons Go on Sale Saturday


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 will be on sale starting at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 11.Tickets are available:Onli…

Municipal Court Moves to New Location


Ocean City Municipal Court operations have moved to a new location at 801 Asbury Avenue, Suite 201. This is at the corner of 8th Street and Asbury Avenue, and off-street parking is available in public lots along the 800 block of Central Avenue. Poli…

E-Bike, Bicycle, Pedestrian and Motor Vehicle Laws


The information below was compiled by the Cape May County Prosecutor's Office to make the public aware of e-bike, e-scooter, bicycle, pedestrian and motor vehicle laws.

Mayor's Update -- Oct. 21, 2022


Dear Friends,We hosted a pre-construction meeting on Thursday for the upcoming beachfill project, and crews began surveying the beaches today to determine exactly what is needed. The tentative plan is for Ocean City to receive approximately 1.2 mill…