Ocean City High School senior named National Honor Society Scholarship finalist
By Delaney Crawford Chris Garrabrant, a senior at Ocean City High School, has been named one of just 25 national finalists for the prestigious National Honor Society (NHS) Scholarship — an honor awarded to only a select few out of more than 600 recipients nationwide....
Annual Spring Block Party draws thousands to Asbury Avenue
By Steffen Klenk Thousands gathered in downtown Ocean City on Saturday, May 3, for one of the resort’s most beloved traditions—the annual Spring Block Party. Despite a brief spell of morning clouds and showers, the skies soon cleared, giving way to a perfect spring...
Colony Club of Ocean City to celebrate 75th anniversary with scholarship fundraiser
The Colony Club of Ocean City, New Jersey, will mark its 75th anniversary with a special evening of celebration, service and scholarship on Thursday, June 10, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Greate Bay Country Club in Somers Point. The milestone event will feature dinner, a cash...
Family business brings hearing loss awareness to the shore while donating to charity
By Holly Fertsch Tucked away among a slew of local vendors in Stainton’s on Asbury in Ocean City, some unique magnets and signs lay in wait. Like many typical shore town wares, some of these decorations are adorned with shells while others spell out the town’s name,...
From dream to reality: Ocean City native opens Coastal Creations Studio
By Delaney Crawford For one Ocean City native, a summer job at age 14 has blossomed into a dream-come-true business venture and a vibrant new space for creativity and community. Ashley Mathers, now 23 years old, is preparing to open her very own art space, Coastal...
