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EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP - The only time you’ll ever sit at a BMX track is the minute or so spent on the bicycle during a race.And that is an action-packed minute, with spins and jumps and a rhythm section that will make your teeth clatter.
There was plenty of excitement at EHT BMX last Saturday, May 18, as the track hosted a Redline Cup qualifier for bikers young and old from all over the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
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OCEAN CITY - The city’s beaches are scheduled to be opened noon Friday, May 25, with the “unlocking” of the beaches by Ocean City Beach Patrol officials.
The event includes and a celebratory parade of sorts, with flags and an assortment of costumed characters, including the annual businessman’s plunge into the ocean. Participants dress in business suits, carry brief cases and march into the ocean to the strains of Pomp and Circumstance to welcome the new season.
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Ocean City High School students Mia Antolini and Ollie Tomasello make their red carpet appearance and smile for friends and family as they head in to the Flanders Hotel in Ocean City for their prom Saturday, May 18. For more photos, see the 2013 OCHS prom photo album.
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CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — The Cape May County Veterans Bureau will hold its annual Memorial Day Service 2 p.m. Monday, May 27at the Cape May County Veterans’ Cemetery, 129 Crest Haven Road, Cape May Court House. -
At the second Stop FEMA Now meeting held in South Jersey, founder George Kasimos called the math being used to calculate future increases in flood insurance “Chinese algebra.” He meant it as an insult.But it’s the Chinese, having mastered algebra in the 13th century, who should be highly insulted.
Ocean City Gazette
Kick off for Memorial Day weekend
Written by Ann Richardson Friday, May 24, 2013 03:41 pm
OCEAN CITY – Dark, gray clouds lingered long after lifeguards and city officials turned the large wooden key to officially unlock the ocean at noon on Friday, May 24 but even a spitting rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of those celebrating the official start of the summer season.
While it wasn’t the prettiest day to cut ribbons and kick off a holiday weekend, no one seemed to mind. Dozens of local merchants, accompanied by a host of costumed characters, paraded into the ocean to the tune of Pomp and Circumstance, courtesy of the Ocean City High School band for the annual “Businessman’s Plunge.”
Performing arts students recognized
Written by Ann Richardson Friday, May 24, 2013 07:30 am
OCEAN CITY – Achievement is not isolated to the classroom, Superintendent Kathleen Taylor noted a Wednesday, May 22 meeting of the Ocean City Board of Education.
“The performing arts are an essential part of education, just like reading, writing and math,” she said.
Poodle mixes gain the most in popularity
Last Updated on Friday, May 24, 2013 11:08 am Written by Cindy Nevitt Friday, May 24, 2013 06:53 am
Five of the most popular dog breeds in America are part poodle. It wasn’t all that long ago that the three sizes of poodle – standard, miniature and toy – represented the extent of the animal’s variety. Today, the strains of poodle seem limited only by the imagination of the breeder.
According to Vetstreet.com, which bills itself as the Internet’s premier pet health resource, five poodle mixes are among the dogs that have grown the most in popularity since 2002: Goldendoodle (golden retriever and poodle), labradoodle (Labrador and poodle), maltipoo (Maltese and poodle), yorkipoo (Yorkshire terrier and poodle) and Shihpoo (mixed with shih tzu). All have vaulted into the top 100 in the last decade.
Bauer, Hayes vote no to NJSIAA again
Last Updated on Friday, May 24, 2013 06:16 am Written by Ann Richardson Friday, May 24, 2013 06:20 am
OCEAN CITY - For Jim Bauer, it’s been a 19-year crusade to find out what the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association does with the all the money, and he still doesn’t have the answers.
Since being elected in 1994, the Ocean City Board of Education member has voted not to cut a check to the NJSIAA for yearly membership dues. Bauer and board member Lloyd Hayes again declined to support a $2,150 payment at a Wednesday, May 22 board meeting.
Moorlyn gives a glimpse at summer schedule
Last Updated on Friday, May 24, 2013 10:24 am Written by Cindy Nevitt Thursday, May 23, 2013 11:00 pm
OCEAN CITY – Before a nearly packed arena of invited guests, Seth Bazacas, artistic director of the Moorlyn Family Theatre, gave a sneak peek Thursday night of the planned live entertainment and major motion pictures scheduled at the newly reopened Boardwalk landmark.
In an introductory film, Bazacas spoke of how Ocean City and the Moorlyn Family Theatre are the “perfect match” where “old traditions meet new beginnings.” He mentioned a growing arts and entertainment presence in America’s Greatest Family Resort, positioning the Moorlyn as the newest arrival on a scene that includes the Music Pier, the performing arts center at Ocean City High School, the summer concert series at the non-denominational Tabernacle – which accepted the gift of the theater from an anonymous donor last year – and various theater companies in town.
Ocean City Board of Education approves offering PSAT for juniors
Last Updated on Friday, May 24, 2013 06:15 am Written by Ann Richardson Thursday, May 23, 2013 10:05 pm
OCEAN CITY – The PSAT will reappear at Ocean City High School for the junior class this fall. The Ocean City Board of Education approved the one year trial at a Wednesday, May 22 board meeting.
The school district will offer the test, which will cost about $4,500 on a yet-to-be decided Tuesday morning in November, at no cost to the student. The board approved a resolution to offer the test 11-1 with board member Kim Breckley, who serves on both the Ocean City and Upper Township school boards, casting the lone dissenting vote.
Read more: Ocean City Board of Education approves offering PSAT for juniors
Student Awards night at the school board
Written by Ann Richardson Thursday, May 23, 2013 08:00 pm
OCEAN CITY – At a Wednesday, May 22 meeting of the Ocean City Board of Education, the board recognized a number of academic achievements.
Superintendent Kathleen Taylor said the annual Student Awards Night provided an opportunity to recognize those students who clearly demonstrated, whether academically, athletically or in the arts the district’s commitment to excellence.
Top 10 seniors honored by school board
Written by Ann Richardson Thursday, May 23, 2013 12:37 pm
OCEAN CITY – With Ocean City High School graduation on the horizon, the top 10 students in the senior class were recognized and awarded with a standing ovation at a Wednesday, May 22 meeting of the Ocean City Board of Education.
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OC News
- Kick off for Memorial Day weekend
- Performing arts students recognized
- Bauer, Hayes vote no to NJSIAA again
- Moorlyn gives a glimpse at summer schedule
- Ocean City Board of Education approves offering PSAT for juniors
- Student Awards night at the school board
- Top 10 seniors honored by school board
- South end sand sought from feds
- Freedom Sticker campaign kicks off Saturday
- Grace Kelly and Movie Night return
OC Opinion
- The Business at Hand >> Tabernacle has big plans for boardwalk theater
- The math of flood insurance just doesn’t add up
- The Business at Hand >> Veterans organizations deserve recognition for charitable work
- Disappointed in the city
- Don’t allow demolition during the summer
- The Business at Hand >> LaRosa gave to his community and his country
- The Business at Hand >> Rentals not so strong, but there is still hope
- Martin Z. Mollusk predicts the arrival of summer for 38th time May 2
- Reasons to keep the ethics board
- The Business at Hand >> Local artist reflects on Margaret Thatcher
Business
- The Fractured Prune Donut Shop expands to second OC location
- Prudential teams honored for sales
- Peters and Donaher join Sotheby's in Ocean City
- Ocean City Yacht Club reopens in time for chamber luncheon
- Dot’s Pastry Shop is back in business
- North End Beach Grill to reopen June 15
- Annie’s moves into 8th and Ocean
- Starbucks is coming to Ocean City
- North End Beach Grill operator unsure if he can reopen
- Botto’s Sausage Express coming to OC boardwalk
OC Events
- Summer unofficially begins Memorial Day weekend in Ocean City
- Ocean City Events, edition of May 22, 2013
- Ocean City Community News, edition of May 22, 2013
- Gazette to host second 'I Do' bridal show at The Flanders
- Flower Show theme is ‘Let’s Go to the Movies’
- It’s time to run around this weekend in Ocean City
- Ocean City Triathlon takes off on Sunday, registration still open
- OCHS After Prom offers a safe alternative for prom-goers
- Ocean City Events, edition of May 15, 2013
- Ocean City Community News, edition of May 15, 2013
Around our Town
- Local women saluted at annual Ocean City Chamber luncheon
- First Night Ocean City honored by Exchange Club
- OCHS girls basketball team honored for championship season
- Princesses and pirates come out for tea
- A woman of distinction: AAUW honors Peggy Lloyd
- OC Education Foundation hits the mark with Coach Bingo Night
- Contestants put on a show at Mr. OCHS 2013
- Terrific Tuesdays attract a crowd at St. Peter’s
- Realtors honored at Circle of Excellence awards night
- Making waves at Ocean City surf team scholarship benefit
OC Unfiltered
- Poodle mixes gain the most in popularity
- It's time to volunteer for the biggest party in town
- The worst job in America is simply the best
- Save my job! Read this
- Mid-April makes it mark again
- Detours on Simpson Ave. are a dumb idea
- Wishing summer was already here?
- Peeps: Nothing but cheap thrills
- Stuck in the middle: The sea is rising, the land is sinking
- Just what the doctor ordered: Rescue personnel in a flood

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