Primary Election 2020: NJ 2nd Congressional District

Amy Kennedy and Brigid Callahan Harrison are frontrunners in a field of Democratic candidates to face Jeff Van Drew.

Ocean City Awarded $89K Clean Communities Grant

More than $19 million has been awarded statewide to help towns and counties clean and beautify their neighborhoods.

Ocean City Looks Into Beach, Boardwalk Litter

Ocean City will increase the number of undercover officers patrolling the beaches and boardwalk for violators.

Ocean City North End Beach Replenishment Begins Soon

Work will take about eight weeks, restoring beaches between Seaview Road and 13th Street.

Talks Continue To Open Up Walking Space In Ocean City Downtown

Ocean City continues examining ways to benefit local businesses amid coronavirus restrictions. What do you think the city should do?

Northfield Movie Theater Closes Days After Defying NJ Law

Tilton Square Theatre reopened last week with safeguards, despite state coronavirus restrictions forcing the closure of movie theaters.

Ocean City Moving To Twice-Weekly Trash Pickup

Here's the schedule for Ocean City's summer trash and recycling pickup, which begins Monday.

Ocean City Boardwalk Merchants Call On Gov. Murphy To Reopen NJ

Seventy-six percent of boardwalk merchants say business is down at least 50 percent, according to a survey.

March, Peaceful Protest For George Floyd In Ocean City

Hundreds walked across the Ninth Street Bridge and protested in Ocean City against police brutality and systemic racism.

Ocean City Officials Look For Ways To Fix Financial Issues

A business owner told Councilman Bobby Barr they usually generate over $100K on Memorial Day weekend. They made $18K this time.

Ocean City Census Response Rate Less Than A Third Of US Average

Residents have until Oct. 31 to self-respond to the 2020 U.S. Census. Here's how many households have turned in their replies.

Social Distancing Ambassadors Coming To Ocean City June 6

The Cape May County initiative provides 'positive reinforcement' rather than enforcement.

Politicians Aid Shore Medical's Fight For Federal Funding

Shore Medical Center and Cape Regional Medical Center missed the benchmark for additional coronavirus funding.

This Weekend Is Prep For Memorial Day: Ocean City Mayor

The beach and boardwalk have opened, the seagull-chasing birds will return and some coronavirus restrictions will get lifted.

Update: Jody Levchuk Wins Ocean City Council Race

Ocean City's next City Council will have two new members.

Corson's Inlet State Park Quietly Reopens

The State closed the Ocean City-area beach less than a day after state parks reopened.

Ocean City To Allow More Beach Activities Saturday

Following coronavirus closures, Ocean City reopened its beaches last week but only allowed for certain activities.

'Social Distance Ambassadors' Coming To Cape May County

Social Distance Ambassadors will monitor high-volume areas, such as boardwalks.

Ocean City Election Results Likely Available Friday: Clerk

Patch will provide live updates when they're available on City Council election results.

Ocean City, Cape May County Beaches Open

Visitors should avoid dense crowds and close contact with others, officials said.

Info On Ocean City Beach Access Could Come 'Very Soon:' Mayor

Ocean City continues to plan for reopening and reducing coronavirus restrictions.

Meet The 2020 Ocean City Council Candidates

Patch sent the candidates questions on economic recovery from the coronavirus, flooding and more. Here's what they had to say.

Shore Medical, Cape Regional Call For Federal Funding

The coronavirus has financially hurt both hospitals. But they didn't get CARES Act relief since neither had treated 100 COVID-19 inpatients.

Cape May Co. Submits Plan For Reopening Beaches, Boardwalks, More

Cape May County officials sent Governor Phil Murphy a proposal for reopening the area. Here's what it includes.

Corson's Inlet State Park Closes Beach Shortly After Reopening

New Jersey officials closed off beach access until further notice, less than a day after state parks reopened.

South Jersey Assemblyman Records Song Thanking Essential Workers

Erik Simonsen recorded the original song from his Lower Township home, thanking people working during the coronavirus pandemic.

NJ Gov. Murphy Signs 9 Coronavirus Bills, Family Leave Into Law

NJ Gov. Phil Murphy has signed 9 bills into law that he says will help the state deal with the coronavirus outbreak. Need family leave?

Jeff Van Drew To Help Own-Of-Towners Assess Storm Damage

The congressman wants out-of-area homeowners to stay away because of the coronavirus. But his office can take photos of damage.

How To Vote By Mail In Ocean City's Upcoming Election

The novel coronavirus will prevent in-person voting. Here's how to vote by mail for the May 12 election.

Cape May County Votes To Close Hotels, Motels Amid Coronavirus

The freeholder vote prohibits all hotels, motels and short-term rental businesses from lodging any transient guests or seasonal tenants.

Cape May County Mayors Urge Halt In Short-Term Rentals

All 16 county mayors also asked people to stay at their primary homes during the coronavirus outbreak.

Politicians Request South Jersey Coronavirus Drive-Thru Tests

As drive-thru testing sites open in New Jersey, some officials are looking to make them more prevalent in South Jersey.

Ocean City Bans Short-Term Online Rentals Amid Coronavirus

The real-estate agreement agreed to suspend short-term rentals, Mayor Jay Gillian said.

Sea Isle City Closes Beaches, Promenade Amid Coronavirus

Ocean City recently closed its beaches and boardwalk. Many Jersey Shore towns have considered doing the same.

Cape May County Toll Bridges Go Cashless Amid Coronavirus

The change affected several bridges linking to Ocean City.

Ocean City Closes Beaches, Boardwalk During Coronavirus

'We have a large senior population, and it’s of utmost importance to take their well-being into consideration,' said Mayor Jay Gillian.

NJ Sets Guidelines On Evaluating Patients For Coronavirus

Practices include speaking over the phone to triage patients before scheduling office visits.

Ocean City Closes Playgrounds, More Amid Coronavirus

Ocean City closed all recreational facilities, including playgrounds, the skate park and the golf course.

Ocean City Council Elections: Only 1 Seat Contested

One candidate withdrew from a council race. Here are the candidates who filed to run for Ocean City Council.

'Never Be Afraid:' Ex-Cop Speaks After Suit Against Ocean City

The City agreed to pay $300K to settle a lawsuit by a former cop who said she was harassed by coworkers.