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• Boardwalk Store Catches Fire In Ocean City: Officials (patch.com) — Ocean City firefighters knocked down a stubborn Boardwalk storefront fire on Aug. 20 after smoke was reported in the 1100 block and conditions escalated to a working fire. Crews opened ceilings and upper floors in the early-1900s structure, recalled off-duty personnel, and brought in mutual aid to protect the island. Everyone was evacuated safely, no injuries were reported, and the county fire marshal is investigating the cause.
• Ocean City calls special Council meeting to discuss Boardwalk hotel lawsuit (ocnjdaily.com) — Ocean City Council will hold a closed-door meeting Sept. 3 to discuss a lawsuit challenging the city's decision to label the former Wonderland Pier site as an area "in need of rehabilitation," a key step toward a proposed $150 million Boardwalk hotel. Community groups argue potential conflicts of interest and want the designation voided, while developer Eustace Mita insists the project will move ahead. The outcome could reshape the Boardwalk and nearby neighborhoods for decades.
• Best Beaches in NJ: Top Jersey Shore Spots Ranked (hudsonreporter.com) — Ocean City earns praise here as New Jersey's flagship family beach, highlighted for its dry-town rules, lively boardwalk, and broad, guarded shoreline. The guide compares Ocean City with other Shore towns, explaining badges, parking, and how to match each beach to your budget, crowd tolerance, and interests. It's a useful overview if you're weighing Ocean City against nearby options.
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