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Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff It was Jan. 30, 2021 when an accidental four-alarm fire ripped through Playland’s Castaway Cove, destroying the amusement park’s arcade and the famous pirate ship sitting on its roof. Since then, the arcade has been closed. But it won’t be so for much longer, officials said. “Things are really moving along,…
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff Enjoy a modern spin on Greek mythology that children will love this weekend with Ocean City Theatre Company’s production of “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical.” Based on Rick Riordan’s best-selling novel, OCTC’s production runs Nov. 2 and 3 at the Ocean City Music Pier. The creative team consists of…
By Access Network news report, OCNJDAILY The Ocean City Free Public Library (1735 Simpson Avenue) will celebrate a Halloween Fest 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29. The free family event includes games, stories, crafts, candy and a dry ice station. All ages are welcome and costumes are encouraged. Hours for trick-or-treating in Ocean…
By Access Network News Report, OCNJDAILY October comes to a close in Ocean City with a full slate of Halloween events and the return of Dog Days on the Boardwalk. The early forecast for the week calls for clear and mild weather, ideal for families to enjoy these annual traditions. The fun starts with the…
By Donald Wittkowski, OCNJDAILY The call came from Harrisburg Hospital on Feb. 8, 2015. Cathy Quigley was told on the phone that her son, Kyle, had been involved in an auto accident. “I just knew he was gone. They had me wait in a small room,” Quigley recalled of arriving at the Pennsylvania hospital and…
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff Ocean City High School is one of the best in New Jersey, according to new rankings by Niche. The 2025 Best Public High Schools in America ranking, released Monday, shows the best traditional public high schools in the nation, including magnet and charter schools. Niche said its rankings, now in the 10th year,…
By Access Network news report, OCNJDAILY The Fall Block Party – one of Ocean City’s premier events – will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12, along a mile of downtown Asbury Avenue. More than 400 crafters, food vendors and entertainers will line Asbury Avenue between Fifth Street and 14th Street…
By Access Network news report, OCNJDAILY More than 300 supporters and families of DUI victims will gather on the Ocean City Boardwalk on Sunday, Oct. 20, for the 13th annual John R. Elliott HERO Campaign Walk to prevent drunken driving. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by a 1-mile fun run at 10 a.m. and…
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff Travel back in time to when things were groovy with the Ocean City Theatre Company’s upcoming production of “SHOUT! The Mod Musical,” running at Ocean City Music Pier Oct. 11 through 20. According to OCTC: This bright vinyl time capsule tracks five groovy girls as they come of age in the…
By Access Network news report, OCNJDAILY The days are getting shorter with the arrival of fall, but there’s plenty of great weather left to enjoy a full calendar of family events in October in Ocean City. From the Fall Block Party all the way through Halloween, there’s a little bit of fun for everyone. Here…
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