OCEAN CITY – Officials say the first two phases of an improvement project at the convention center should conclude this week.On Monday, Roland E. Powell Convention Center Executive Director Larry Noccolino presented members of the Ocean City Tourism Commission with an update on improvements being made to both levels of the convention center. He noted… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – Police officials say they continue to educate the public on the use of scooters and two-wheel vehicles on sidewalks following recent complaints.On Wednesday, members of the Ocean City Police Commission discussed recent complaints reported to the Ocean City Police Department involving the use of scooters and other two-wheel vehicles on the town’s… Read more »
FENWICK ISLAND – A recent information session allowed residents to share the concerns regarding flooding and sea level rise in Fenwick Island.Last Thursday, the Fenwick Island Infrastructure Committee held an information session on the town’s new resiliency study. Committee member Susan Brennan said the forum would allow officials to share information and collect feedback on… Read more »
FENWICK ISLAND – Town officials say opportunities are now available to participate on committee and volunteer teams.In a recent meeting of the Fenwick Island Town Council, Mayor Natalie Magdeburger announced applications were open for residents interested in serving on a town committee.She said the forms are available on the town’s website and are due back… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – Resort officials this week agreed to ban smoking and vaping in all city parks.On Tuesday, the Ocean City Council voted 4-2, with Councilmen Tony DeLuca and Peter Buas opposed and Councilman John Gehrig absent, to approve the second reading of a code amendment that would make smoking and vaping unlawful in all… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – A public hearing and site plan review for the proposed Margaritaville project have been postponed as the developer works to modify plans.While a public hearing and site plan review were scheduled this week for the planned Margaritaville project, Hugh Cropper, attorney for the developer, said both meetings have been postponed. As two… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – A conditional use request for a miniature golf course will advance to the Mayor and Council with a favorable recommendation.Nearly a year after receiving a conditional use for a new miniature golf course near 19th Street and Philadelphia Avenue, the connections of Nick’s Golf came before the Ocean City Planning and Zoning… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – A local surf shop continues to raise funds for Maui following recent wildfires.In recent weeks, Quiet Storm Surf Shop began selling “Maui Strong” T-shirts to benefit two Hawaiian nonprofits helping to rebuild parts of the island devastated by wildfires. As of Wednesday, the local company has raised $100,000 through T-shirt sales.“We’re just… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – Rough ocean conditions and strong rip current activity led to a busy Labor Day weekend for the Ocean City Beach Patrol.On Sunday, the Ocean City Beach Patrol recorded 230 water rescues with nine EMS requests and a couple aviation transports, resulting in a public alert being issued reminding swimmers to not go… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – A summary of the internal auditor’s quarterly report revealed the town’s financial accounts and practices appear to be in order for the most part.On Tuesday, Internal Auditor Karin Scott presented the Mayor and Council with a report on her findings for the second quarter of 2023. In addition to auditing the town’s… Read more »