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Ocean City
Worcester County, Maryland
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MD 90 bridge inspections to bring daytime lane closures near Ocean City
Drivers traveling to and from Ocean City should prepare for traffic delays next week. According to WBOC, Maryland Route 90 will undergo bridge inspections, resulting in single-lane closures on two bridges. Commuters are…
Whales making an appearance off Ocean City's coast during migration
Multiple humpback whales have been spotted close to Ocean City’s shoreline in recent days as they migrate south, local reports say. NOAA says whale migration season begins in November. Officials remind boaters that…
Ocean City, Salisbury weigh rules for new in-law suites
Officials in Ocean City and Salisbury are evaluating new regulations for in-law suites following recent state housing legislation. The proposals address owner-occupancy requirements and parking, with vacation rentals…
Police: Scammers targeting Ocean City businesses through fraud phone calls
Ocean City police are warning local businesses about a phone scam targeting hotel employees. Fraudsters posing as owners or managers are tricking staff into making unauthorized Bitcoin payments by creating a sense of…
EXCLUSIVE: Infamous Ocean City killer withdraws motion for reduced sentence
Benjamin Sifrit, who was convicted of second-degree murder in the 2002 killing of a Virginia couple in Ocean City, has withdrawn his motion for a reduced sentence. The request was filed under Maryland’s Second Look Act…
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Matt James sworn in as Ocean City mayor; Meehan says goodbye
Matt James was officially sworn in as the new mayor of Ocean City on Thursday, following his victory over longtime incumbent Rick Meehan in Tuesday's election. The transition marks the end of Meehan's 41-year tenure in…
Woman pleads guilty in Ocean City DUI hit-and-run
An Ocean City woman has pleaded guilty to two charges related to a July DUI hit-and-run incident that left a bicyclist seriously injured. The defendant was accused of fleeing the scene following the collision. The plea…
Ocean City road projects face funding delays
Transportation infrastructure projects in Ocean City, including the widening of Maryland Route 90 and the replacement of the U.S. 50 drawbridge, are facing significant delays due to funding gaps. Maryland’s current…
Demo work underway at Pines Beach Club - Worcester County News Bayside Gazette
Demolition and renovation work is underway at the Pines Beach Club in Ocean City. The Ocean Pines Association recently approved a $55,000 contract for insulation as part of a broader overhaul that includes a new…
As Ocean City elects new mayor, eyes are on the changes and priorities in James’s agenda
Council President Matt James has been elected mayor of Ocean City, Maryland, defeating incumbent Rick Meehan by 302 votes. James, who has served on the council since 2014, plans to prioritize evaluating town events to…
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BREAKING: Matt James ousts Rick Meehan for Ocean City mayor seat
Ocean City Council President Matt James has been elected mayor of Ocean City, defeating incumbent Rick Meehan by 302 votes. Additionally, voters elected Billy Apostolou, Larry Noccolino, and Carol Proctor to the City…
Controversial political mailer accuses Ocean City mayoral candidate of ethics violations
A controversial political mailer targeting Ocean City Council President and mayoral candidate Matt James has sparked local debate. The flyer accuses James of ethics violations regarding a helicopter flight taken during…
Same PAC behind Ocean City attack and Question 3 mailers
The political action committee 'Truth for Maryland' is facing scrutiny over its recent campaign mailers and financial disclosures. The group has targeted Democratic leaders and opposed a measure supported by Governor…
Outdoors: Whatever floats (or sinks) your boat
A local boat owner faced a challenging situation after a recent nor'easter caused his vessel to take on water while docked in Ocean City. Despite the boat's reputation for being unsinkable, heavy rains and a missing…
Ocean City mayoral race: Matt James rebuts helicopter mailer
The Ocean City mayoral race has intensified following a mailer from the Truth for Maryland PAC accusing challenger Matt James of misusing a state police helicopter for campaign purposes. Town officials and James have…
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GALLERY: Ocean City trick-or-treaters bring Halloween spirit
Residents of Ocean City celebrated Halloween on October 31, 2026, with neighborhood trick-or-treating. Families and friends participated in the festivities, showcasing a variety of creative costumes ranging from spooky…
Ocean City remembers Steve Pappas, Greene Turtle icon whose legacy extended far beyond the bar
Steve Pappas, the influential businessman who helped transform the Original Greene Turtle into a successful regional sports bar chain, has passed away at age 72 following a battle with cancer. A fixture in the Ocean…
Ocean City, SU mourn loss of Greene Turtle founder Steve Pappas
Steve Pappas, a prominent Ocean City businessman and co-founder of the Greene Turtle restaurant chain, has passed away. Salisbury University, where Pappas was a former student-athlete and dedicated supporter, announced…