ocnjdaily.com stories: OCNJ Dailyhttps://ocnjdaily.com/news/local/ocnjdaily.com stories: OCNJ Dailyen-usThu, 05 Feb 2026 22:15:00 -0500Ocean City responds to tougher N.J. flooding regulations https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/feb/05/ocean-city-responds-to-tougher-nj-flooding-regulations/A proposed ordinance will help local homeowners to comply with the rules when they build their new houses. Donald WittkowskiThu, 05 Feb 2026 22:15:00 -0500261505Popular fishing pier near Ocean City to get facelift https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/feb/04/popular-fishing-pier-near-ocean-city-to-get-facelift/Nearly $700,000 in improvements are planned to dress up what is now a dingy spot. Donald WittkowskiWed, 04 Feb 2026 18:25:00 -0500261313Volunteers sought for Historic Preservation Commission https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/feb/04/volunteers-sought-for-historic-preservation-commission/The commission oversees the city's Historic District. Press ReleaseWed, 04 Feb 2026 13:09:00 -0500261231Landmark restaurant closes after 30 years https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/feb/03/landmark-restaurant-closes-after-30-years/Nino's Family Restaurant "fought hard" to avoid shutting down, the owners said on Facebook. Donald WittkowskiTue, 03 Feb 2026 16:41:00 -0500261096Ocean City's new police substation offers a surprising appearance https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/feb/02/ocean-citys-new-police-substation-offers-surprising-appearance/The building is attractive on the outside, but all business on the inside. Donald WittkowskiMon, 02 Feb 2026 18:58:00 -0500260947Gillian announces re-election bid for Ocean City mayor https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/feb/01/gillian-announces-re-election-bid-for-ocean-city-mayor/City Councilman Keith Hartzell also intends to run for mayor in a repeat of the 2022 election. Donald WittkowskiSun, 01 Feb 2026 18:09:00 -0500260788Fire destroys Somers Point business https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/jan/31/fire-destroys-somers-point-business-ocnjdailycom/Multiple fire departments responded to the early morning blaze at Serenity Now Massage & Facial Spa. Lynda CohenSat, 31 Jan 2026 16:15:00 -0500260767Coastal storm to cause flooding Sunday https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/jan/30/coastal-storm-to-cause-flooding-sunday/Strong winds gusting to 50 mph and light snow are also in the frigid forecast. Donald WittkowskiFri, 30 Jan 2026 19:00:00 -0500260755Cancer survivors and caregivers invited to free six-week workshop at Shore Medical Center https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/jan/30/cancer-survivors-and-caregivers-invited-to-free-six-week-workshop-at-shore-medical-center/It will be held Tuesdays from Feb. 24 to March 31 at the hospital’s Cancer Center in Somers Point. Press ReleaseFri, 30 Jan 2026 14:58:00 -0500260703"Sopranos" actor maintains innocence in Galloway road-rage shooting https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/jan/30/sopranos-actor-maintains-innocence-in-galloway-roa/The state offered Ernest Heinz a 15-year plea deal, which his attorney said is "not acceptable." Lynda CohenFri, 30 Jan 2026 11:35:00 -0500260621Ocean City to rebid demolition contract for public safety building https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/jan/29/ocean-city-to-rebid-demolition-contraction-for-public-safety-building/A new bid date will be announced after environmental inspections are completed on the building. Donald WittkowskiThu, 29 Jan 2026 18:09:00 -0500260574Volunteer sought for Utility Advisory Commission https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/jan/29/volunteer-sought-for-utility-advisory-commission/The commission advises City Council on such things as utility rates, service and other related issues. Press ReleaseThu, 29 Jan 2026 17:11:00 -0500260557New airline lands at Atlantic City International Airport https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/jan/28/new-carrier-lands-at-atlantic-city-international-a/Breeze Airways will offer flights to Charleston, S.C., Raleigh-Durham, N.C., and Tampa, Fla. Fideri News Network reportWed, 28 Jan 2026 13:08:00 -0500260292Cape May mayor expresses “shock and profound sadness” over ICE shootings https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/jan/27/cape-may-mayor-expresses-shock-and-profound-sadness-over-ice-shootings/Sounding the alarm, Zachary Mullock says the country is facing a constitutional crisis. Donald WittkowskiTue, 27 Jan 2026 18:01:00 -0500260205Scenes from the storm https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/jan/26/scenes-from-the-storm/The snow creates a picturesque setting at the shore. Donald WittkowskiMon, 26 Jan 2026 21:46:00 -0500260054Ocean City launches new portal for records requests https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/jan/26/ocean-city-launches-new-portal-for-records-requests/Members of the public can easily and quickly submit OPRA requests electronically now. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:21:00 -0500260009New Jersey regulators approve controversial new flood rules https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/jan/25/new-jersey-regulators-approve-controversial-new-flood-rules/Cape May County opposes the regulations and is planning litigation. New Jersey MonitorSun, 25 Jan 2026 15:41:00 -0500259914Mayor's update on winter storm https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/jan/24/mayors-update-on-winter-storm/Mayor Jay Gillian also announces that the Ocean City Community Center will be closed on Sunday. Sat, 24 Jan 2026 20:35:00 -0500259905Mayor's Message: Jan. 23 https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/jan/23/mayors-message-for-jan-23/Mayor Jay Gillian gives an update on Ocean City's storm preparations for the weekend. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:12:00 -0500259861Cape May County announces storm-related closures and warming center https://ocnjdaily.com/news/2026/jan/23/cape-may-county-announces-storm-related-closures-and-warming-center/Key county departments have been activated to ensure public safety during the storm. Press ReleaseFri, 23 Jan 2026 16:27:00 -0500259840