Posts Tagged ‘Ocean CIty’
OC’s Mayor Meehan Furious Over Unruly Crowds in Resort this Weekend
While the official car event moved to Atlantic City – many still return to Ocean City where the event has been unsanctioned. City officials have put a Special Event Zone in place to reduce speeds and increase fines for violators, however Saturday evening a large crowd gathered in the area of 13th and 14th Streets…
Read MoreConcerns raised over plans to install world’s largest wind turbines in Ocean City
The world’s largest offshore wind turbines could be coming to the coast of Ocean City and not everyone is happy about it, specifically those who argue it would create an eyesore on the horizon and commericial fisherman who question the impact it could have on their operations in the region. The proposal would install turbines…
Read MoreOcean City Sunfest officially underway!
The end of summer would not be the same without a visit to Ocean City’s famous arts, crafts and music festival. Spanning 45 years by the Town of Ocean City, with beautiful weather, live music, fantastic food and unique arts and crafts, Ocean City’s Sunfest will once again take over the Inlet Lot from September…
Read MoreBerlin Man Sentenced in Theft Scheme in Worcester County
A Berlin man has been sentenced to 7 years in prison with all but 14 months suspended after he was convicted of theft scheme over $100,000. Sentencing for 51 year old Richard Perry was postponed to give Perry time to gather the substantial amount of restitution owed to the victim. As part of his plea,…
Read MoreUPDATED: Police Arrest Suspect in Multi-State Chase that Started in Ocean City – in Virginia
UPDATED – 6:20pm – The man who led Police from Maryland and Delaware on a chase from Ocean City to Perryville, Maryland in a reportedly stolen vehicle – has been arrested in Virginia! Members of the Maryland State Police Apprehension Team and the U-S Marshals Service arrested 29 year old William Galvin of Hughesville, MD…
Read MoreFuneral arrangements announced for Ocean City Solicitor Guy Ayres
Funeral arrangements have been announced for Guy Ayres, longtime City Solicitor for Ocean City who passed away at his home over the weekend. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, September 5th, 2019 at The Ocean City Performing Arts Center, located at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland.…
Read MoreLong Time Ocean City Solicitor, Guy Ayres Passes
It’s with a heavy heart the Town of Ocean City announces the passing of longtime City Solicitor, Guy R. Ayres III. Ayres , a true icon in our municipal government, passed away at his home in the early hours of Saturday, August 31. A dedicated and passionate public servant, Ayres served the Town of Ocean…
Read MoreOcean City cautions beachgoers of lifeguard shortage as seasonal employees head home
Ocean City Beach Patrol is reminding beachgoers that the number of lifeguards will decrease as many seasonal employees head home to prepare for the start of college. While there will be no unguarded areas of the beach, the number of available lifeguard towers will change, as will the location and distance between stands. Despite reduced…
Read MoreOcean City man killed after car collided with scooter on Route 50
An Ocean City man has died after a car collided with a motor scooter on Route 50. According to Maryland State Police, the crash occurred around 8:30 p.m., Tuesday on Route 50, just west of Ocean City, when a 2015 Chevy Cruz, operated by Regan P. Marti, of Goshen, Connecticut struck a 2003 People Scooter…
Read MoreOC Woman Arrested in Two Frankford Burglaries
An Ocean City woman has been arrested for burglarizing a Frankford area home – twice. Delaware State Police were called to a home in the area of Star Lane and Peppers Corner Road for a burglary in progress. They found the homeowner holding the suspect, 42 year old Maureen Gray, at gunpoint. She received minor…
Read MoreCoast Guard Rescue Woman from Assawoman Bay – Boat Operator Cited for OUI
A 20 year old woman was pulled from the Assawoman Bay by US Coast Guard officials after she was reported missing from a vessel early this morning. She was one of 11 other passengers on a 22-foot Carolina Skiff that was heading north in the bay from the Route 90 bridge area. A Coast Guard…
Read MoreDredging of OC Inlet to Begin Wednesday
Congressman Andy Harris has announced the start of dredging of the Ocean City Inlet. The United States Army Corps of Engineers was able to secure a corps dredge vessel from their sister district, Wilmington, for the project. That vessel arrived today and will conduct five days’ worth of dredging over the coming week beginning on…
Read MoreUPDATED: Motorcyclist Dies after High-Speed Crash in O.C.
Images courtesy Cesar Campos, Campos Media UPDATE (11 a.m., July 31): Ashley Miller, Ocean City police spokeswoman, says officers had attempted a traffic stop on the motorcyclist in the area of 45th Street, but he fled from officers. She says officers did not chase the motorcycle and lost sight of the biker. At 9:44 p.m., police…
Read MorePlane Lands in Ocean off 21st Street in Ocean City; Pilot OK
Image courtesy Cesar Campos, Campos Media A small airplane — a Cessna 172RG believed to be used for fish-spotting — landed in the ocean just off 21st Street in Ocean City around 6:10 p.m. The plane and pilot were brought to shore minutes later. The pilot and only occupant was evaluated by EMS but appeared…
Read MoreGrand Re-Opening of Ocean City’s Gorman Park
City officials will cut the ribbon on the newly renovated Gorman Park in North Ocean City on Wednesday, July 10 at 11am. The park will now boast new pickleball courts to add to the tennis and racquetball courts, pavilion and other amenities. Much of the funding comes from the Department of Natural Resources – and…
Read MoreThree Rescued after Boat Struck Ocean City Inlet Rocks
A 24-foot boat hit the rocks in the Ocean City Inlet Saturday afternoon and was taking on water. The call made to the Coast Guard was made by a good Samaritan just after 2pm. A Coast Guard boat already underway diverted from their patrol to assist. Maryland Natural Resources Police had the vessel in tow…
Read MoreOCPD Warns of Social Security, Bitcoin Scam
Ocean City Police officials are warning residents and visitors about an ongoing phone scam that attempts to gain money from unsuspecting persons. Officials say the caller claims to be from the Social Security Administration or a local, state or federal law enforcement agency. They then tell the person that their Social Security number was used…
Read MoreNew OCFD Chief Reports for Duty, Puts Focus on Fire Safety
After being officially sworn-in on June 11, Ocean City’s new fire chief, Richard Bowers, reported for his first day of duty this week. Chief Bowers begins his position leading the Ocean City Fire Department with more than 40 years of experience in the field of fire, rescue and emergency medical services. He has served in…
Read MoreGround Broken on West OC Shared-Use Bicycle/Pedestrian Path
Ground was broken on a shared-use path in West Ocean City Tuesday morning. Maryland Transportation and local and state officials were on hand. The new path will be constructed of a variety of materials – concrete, asphalt and a boardwalk – so that bicyclists and pedestrians can more safely travel between Route 611 and the…
Read MoreWeather Tower Comes to OC Coast, Despite Mayor’s Opposition
Plans are moving forward for the installation of an over 300 foot tall meteorological tower approximately 17 miles off the coast of Ocean City. The U.S. Wind Offshore Wind Farm Project was the topic of a recent briefing attended by Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan. The tower will be used to collect wind data in…
Read MoreUPDATED & BREAKING: Driver that Caused Fatal Fiery Crash in OC Identified
UPDATED – 11:30am – One person is dead after a crash on Coastal Highway in Ocean City just after 1 Friday morning. Ocean City Police continue to investigate but say they were called about a drunk driver and located the vehicle in the area of 59th Street, but the driver failed to stop and police…
Read MoreCoast Guard Looking to Identify Hoax Mayday Call in Ocean City
The United States Coast Guard is seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspected hoax caller, who has been transmitting distress calls since late March in the Ocean City, Maryland area. The calls were made on VHF-FM marine band channel 16, which is a channel designated for hailing and distress calls. The caller stated they…
Read MoreBlue Angels, Snowbirds Headline 2019 OC Airshow
The 2019 Ocean City Airshow begins on Saturday with hundreds of thousands of spectators pouring into the resort town to witness the aircrafts flying high above Ocean City. Although the Air Show officially takes place over Saturday, June 15 and Sunday, June 16, some unofficial events are already underway. On Thursday, the U.S. Navy Blue…
Read MorePolice Conduct Alcohol Compliance Checks in Ocean City
The Ocean City Police Department and Worcester County Sheriff’s Office have announced plans to conduct alcohol compliance checks throughout the month of June. The enforcement will take place at bars, restaurants and other alcohol retailers throughout the resort town. Law enforcement officials say the goal of the operation is to ensure employees of businesses that…
Read MoreOCBP Physical Skills Evaluation for This Summer – Saturday Morning
The Ocean City Beach Patrol will hold a pre-employment physical skills evaluation Saturday morning to fill openings in the 2019 employment roster. The pre-employment evaluation is being held in Ocean City, in the area of Dorchester Street and the beach with registration and check-in beginning at 9. There are no pre-certification requirements and experience in…
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