🌱 Patch AM: Do longtime locals still recognize today’s Ocean City described by residents here?

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In today's newsletter:

• Do longtime locals still recognize today's Ocean City described by residents here?
• How did Holy Spirit fare in Ocean City's Battle at the Beach?

Also on today's calendar: Remember Richard Somers on Day He Died in Tripoli in 1804 and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: What gets bigger the more you take away? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Sunday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-shower, with a high of 83 and low of 74 degrees.
• Monday: An afternoon shower; humid, temps: high: 82, low: 72.
• Tuesday: Variable clouds; very warm, with a high of 89 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• 7 South Jersey Towns That Don't Look Like They Used To (catcountry1073.com) — Ocean City residents will recognize the big changes called out here, from disappearing 9th Street landmarks to pricier housing and larger homes crowding the island. Locals from across South Jersey share how Ocean City, Cape May, Mullica Hill, and other towns have transformed since their childhoods.
   

• N.Y. team proves too much for Holy Spirit in Battle at the Beach matchup (nj.com subscription) — Ocean City hosted the Battle at the Beach Football Classic, where Monsignor Farrell of Staten Island topped Holy Spirit 28–14 behind a strong passing attack. Local fans saw Holy Spirit flash early with a sack and interception, but the Spartans couldn't keep pace despite nearly 240 passing yards from their sophomore quarterback.
   

📸 Around Ocean City

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Ocean City

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Monday August 31
• Staff In-Service Day
  Ocean City School District Ocean City, NJ 08226
  8:00 am
• Staff In-Service
  Ocean City School District Ocean City, NJ 08226
  8:00 am
Friday September 4
• Remember Richard Somers on Day He Died in Tripoli in 1804 →
  801 Shore Rd, Somers Point
  10:00 am
Saturday September 5
• Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons →
  Resorts Casino Hotel, 1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
  8:30 am
• Candlelight: Queen vs. The Beatles →
  Resorts Casino Hotel, 1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
  6:15 pm
Saturday September 12
• St. John Craft Show & Bake Sale →
  1001 Central Ave, Ocean City
  9:00 am
Thursday September 17
• Ribbon Cutting - Spark Car Wash (Egg Harbor) →
  6024 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township
  10:00 am

📣 Ocean City Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

Monday August 31
• How to Train Your Dragon (Live Action) Movie Monday Matinee
  Otto Bruyns Public Library of Northfield 241 West Mill Road, Northfield, NJ 08225
  1:00 pm
• Monday Movie Night
  Ventnor City Ski Beach at Dorset Ave & Burke Ave, Ventnor, New Jersey 08406
  6:30 pm
Wednesday September 2
• Movies Under the Stars: Moana 2 — Sea Isle City Tourism →
  Excursion Park, 2 41st St, Sea Isle City
  8:00 pm
Friday September 4
• Ventnor City Farmers Market
  Ventnor City 6201 Atlantic Ave, , NJ 08406
  8:30 am
Saturday September 5
• Code Club for Grades K-12th
  Otto Bruyns Public Library of Northfield 241 West Mill Road, Northfield, NJ 08225
  10:30 am

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

 

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Target Corporation posted a job opening for Executive Team Leader Specialty Sales (Assistant Manager Merchandising and Service) Somers Point, NJ in Somers Point. Apply here.
• Landry's, Inc. posted a job opening for Cocktail Server (Seasonal) in Atlantic City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ocean City here.

🗞 Nearby News

Somers Point

• Use this week's Shore Local to share the story of Richard Somers. (libertyandprosperity.com)
• Flash flood warning issued for Atlantic County (courierpostonline.com)
• South Jersey Jazz Society presents 2026 Jazz@ThePoint Festival in October (newjerseystage.com)

Longport

• Brigantine Welcomes Stanley Cup (downbeachbuzz.com)
• Jersey Shore Towns Launch Final Fireworks Shows Through Labor Day Weekend (wmmr.com)

Ok Ocean City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A hole (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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