Good News: The Best Of Ocean City In 2023

OCEAN CITY, NJ — Bad news is everywhere. It seems that no matter where you look, people are focusing on the negative.

But 2023 was a great year in Ocean City, with donations being made, awards being won and plenty of fun.

So here is Patch's "year in review" of Ocean City, featuring the best feel-good stories from 2023.

$25K Grant Will Expand Beach Accessibility In Ocean City

A $25,000 grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation will allowed Ocean City to expand their beach accessibility program.

More Donation Records Set By Ocean City Fishing Club

Visitors to the Ocean City Fishing Club’s Open House at the Pier on Aug. 24 broke records for donations to the Ocean City Food Cupboard that were set just the month before.

2 Military Families To Get Week Of Honor In Ocean City

Two military families came to Ocean City for a free week of fun and festivities through the Ocean City American Legion Post 524's "Rest & Relaxation" program.

NJ's Favorite Beach Is Ocean City - Again

For the tenth consecutive year, a statewide poll named Ocean City as "New Jersey's Favorite Beach."

National Award Given To Ocean City Ice Cream Parlor

A longtime local ice cream parlor earned national recognition for their delicious frozen treats.

New Chief Sworn In To Ocean City Police Department

Bill Campbell was sworn in, replacing former Chief Jay Prettyman, who retired this year after a 32-year career in law enforcement.