a former WWF (now WWE) World Heavyweight Champion and wrestling legend known for his iconic portrayal of a patriotic American hero in the world of professional wrestling he became one of the most recognizable figures in the industry thanks to his commanding presence Through his tenure with major wrestling promotions such as the WWE he captivated audiences with both his in-ring prowess and compelling character work Several vacationing community members shared that Slaughter, real name Robert Remus, is vacationing in Ocean City, MD. The Original Greene Turtle even shared a photo of the former champ sitting in front of the restaurant with the caption “Sgt Slaughter dropped in last night for some apps before more Cruisin Ocean City began as an English-style pub in Ocean City college buddies Steve Pappas and Tommy Dickerson bought the establishment and transformed it into a sports bar The name “Greene Turtle” was inspired by a bar the original owners had visited and liked in Florida established the foundation for the brand’s evolution into the family-friendly casual dining experience it is known for today It celebrates its 50th anniversary next year You are seconds away from the best deals at the largest selection of properties in OC It was another windy day today in and around Ocean City with stiff breezes out of the south for the majority of the day  I fished the Thorofare with Captain Marc Spagnola of Dusk to Dawn Bowfishing where Marc caught one keeper flounder of 17.5″ on a chartreuse Deadly Double and we had to deal with the south wind all morning  The breeze picked up even more this afternoon keeping with the theme of a very windy spring so far  Hopefully we’ve got calmer weather patterns to come as the season progresses there’s some good fishing regardless Captain Jason Mumford of Lucky Break Charters had a couple of nice trips today despite the windy conditions  This morning it was some catch and release rockfish action and this afternoon it was four keeper flounder for the cooler Captain Dave Caffrey and his crew aboard On the Run Charters had a great day with keeper flounder and keeper tautog for the cleaning table at Bahia Marina Curt Presnell had a great day of flounder fishing in VA the other day when he used orange Deadly Doubles to catch his limit of nice flounder Will and Gabby Schindler caught some flounder in the Thorofare aboard Rich Daiker’s new boat using the Deadly Double in white Things are slowly, but surely picking up on the fishing front in and around OC, but the weather just won’t get straight on a consistent basis.  Wind has been the main culprit this spring, and over… READ MORE Crab Pie Ingredients 1 Pound jumbo lump crab meat 2 Deep Dish Pie Crusts (this recipe will make 2 pies) 1/4 cup of diced onion (or shallots) 8 oz of Swiss cheese 2 Tablespoons flour 3… READ MORE © Copyright 2025 Fish in OC, All Rights Reserved. Website Design by D3, Ocean City, MD This planner is full of information about our beautiful town – everything from hotels Get It Now!View Online Receive OC Fishing Announcements in Your Inbox Close Update your browser to view this website correctly Get More Information and close proximity to some of the most popular destinations in North America the Atlantic Coast is a wonderful region to call home spend your golden years surrounded by beauty and quality healthcare is easily accessible Discover the Atlantic Coast’s eight best retirement towns ranked to start planning your future today Surround yourself with gorgeous golden beaches, diverse restaurants and entertainment options, and friendly neighbors in Ocean City Experience small-town charm as you meander down Ocean City Boardwalk and refreshing cocktails in spots like Hammerheads on the Beach The grandkids will be extra excited to visit when they find out Jolly Roger Amusement Park is in town Atlantic General Hospital is only a short drive away; you can visit the website to see the current wait times Discover a piece of paradise on Hilton Head Island; one of the Atlantic Coast’s 8 best retirement towns for lovers of the outdoors Enjoy lovely morning strolls by the coast in Coligny Beach Park feeling the soft sand beneath your feet and the refreshing ocean breeze ease your mind See the legendary Harbour Town Lighthouse with its iconic red and white stripes and explore the picturesque Sea Pines Forest Preserve featuring bridges Hilton Head Island has everything you need from the 24/7 Hilton Head Regional Medical Center (granted the Surgical Care Excellence Award™ among others by Healthgrades in 2023) to several retirement communities including Seabrook Situated on the beautiful Lunenburg Bay, an inlet of the Atlantic Ocean, Lunenburg is an excellent town to call home seeing the well-preserved 18th-century houses and buildings as you explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site Practice your aim in a scenic setting on the 18-hole Bluenose Golf Club Fishermen's Memorial Hospital offers long-term care Halifax is also only one hour and 10 minutes away which means capital city amenities are within reach one of the top 20 Best Hospitals in Canada according to Newsweek and Statista in 2025 Bring your beach dreams to life all year round in Narragansett one of the Atlantic Coast’s 8 best retirement towns you can access major amenities in the state capital while experiencing the perks of living in a serene oceanside town From several beautiful beaches such as Narragansett Town and Scarborough State to fairytale-esque landmarks like The Towers (dating back to the 19th century) Narragansett is an intriguing town to call home you will be happy to hear that Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital two of the best hospitals in the state according to Newsweek and Statista in 2025 Located on the Bay of Fundy an inlet of the Atlantic Ocean home to the highest tides in the world Saint John is another Canadian gem to consider Discover exquisite views of the Fundy Coast as you stroll through the 600-acre Irving Nature Park Head on a fascinating journey into the past as you encompass the Carleton Martello Tower National Historic Site constructed to defend the city during the War of 1812 Explore the vibrant AREA 506 Waterfront Container Village with its diverse artwork and pop-up activities by the waterfront in the summer You can feel secure knowing Saint John Regional Hospital - Horizon Health Network one of the top 40 hospitals in Canada as per Newsweek and Statista in 2025 Saint John was named one of the Safest Places to Own a Home in Canada in 2025 by Zoocasa standing out on the list for its affordability Escape to a peaceful island community in Nantucket and incredible outdoor recreational opportunities (such as golfing if you are flexible with your budget; Nantucket is the perfect place to call home Unravel mesmerizing ocean views from Brant Point Lighthouse an iconic landmark listed on The National Register of Historic Places over 110 years old Enjoy trivia events and live music nights with craft beer in Cisco Brewers and go swimming or walk along the scenic sand bars at Jettie Beach Nantucket Cottage Hospital provides medical services in town; its Emergency department is open 24/7 multiple flight and ferry options make transportation quick and convenient Welcome to Vero Beach, a stunning city in the Sunshine State Vero Beach is also one of the more affordable cities to live in the region the median sold home price was $397,000 USD in March 2025 Surround yourself with fragrant florals as you meander through the paths of McKee Botanical Garden and see the spectacular sunset from South Beach Park the Vero Beach Museum of Art features extraordinary exhibitions and programs; while Riverside Theatre hosts compelling concerts Indian River Hospital has a 24/7 Emergency Department A comprehensive list of medical services is offered Experience the charming New England-style atmosphere of Madison a captivating coastal town with a laid-back pace of life Madison is one of the Atlantic Coast’s 8 best retirement towns Bask in the beauty of Hammonasset Beach State Park Search for treasures in RJ Julia Booksellers recognized for their diverse book collection and relaxing environment Enjoy fresh seafood at Lenny & Joe's; try their delicious Lobster Roll and Clam Strips Madison is an excellent destination to call home named the best hospital in Connecticut by Newsweek and Statista in 2025 Your golden years are a time to invest in yourself; living somewhere beautiful is a wonderful way to achieve that Breathe in the fresh ocean air as you relocate to a place with access to quality healthcare facilities From the entertainment options of Ocean City take your pick from the Atlantic Coast’s 8 best retirement towns ranked photos and original descriptions © 2025 worldatlas.com (WJZ/CBS Newspath) - A Maryland woman's video capturing a large snake slithering on the beach in Ocean City has gone viral unsettling many who frequent the popular destination shows a snake gliding across the sand and into the ocean "All the years I've been going to Ocean City I would have never thought that there were snakes in the water," said Roxanne Flanagan "But now I'm worried about snakes." were visiting Ocean City with their children when the kids spotted the snake and screamed I thought they saw a shark," said Tiffany Redman "But I was never expecting them to see a snake." who was at his office when his wife called I hear my kids in the background freaking out." The Maryland Department of Natural Resources confirmed that the snake appears to be an eastern hognose snake a native species that thrives in sandy habitats making its presence on the beach not unusual eastern hognose snakes may mimic cobras by lifting their heads and lunging when threatened The snake was likely searching for mussels or snails to eat "It was the highlight of the kids' weekend for sure," Redman said Cape girls’ lacrosse completed the non-Delaware part of their regular season with three wins over six days across the bay 12-8 and closing out with a sunny Saturday home win over visiting Germantown Friends out of Philadelphia 19-6 then close out the regular season at once-beaten Caesar Rodney Tuesday “The top four seeds for the state tournament are still playing out,” said coach Lindsey Underwood “And there are dangerous teams like Tatnall and Sussex Academy that had unusual seasons but they have the talent to beat anyone.”   Cape escaped a seesaw first quarter against Friends with a 5-3 advantage after having two goals waved off one for dangerous propelling (comes with a card) and a buzzer-beater that appeared to beat the clock ran a 14-2 crooked number at Germantown Friends over the final three quarters for an emphatic 19-6 victory Goal scorers for Cape were Claire Lopez with five Steinwedel and Frederick each with two and Diehl with one Goalie Abbey Schaeffer had four saves and Daisy Mastriana had one Germantown Friends scorers were Sarah Goldburg with three The 12-8  win at Ocean City was characterized by long possessions from the Jersey team “There were times when they had the ball for five minutes,” Underwood said “We were fortunate to stay in front and make the most of scoring opportunities.” Cape was led in scoring by Haley Gamuciello with five goals and single goals from Regan Best and Mairead Rishko and single assists from Lina Frederick and Ally Diehl Abbey Schaeffer was credited with seven saves Notes: Junior Claire Lopez scored career goal 100 in the win over Germantown Friends Email notifications are only sent once a day Joe Kessler scored two first-quarter goals to set the tone and lead Southern Regional to a 7-5 victory over Ocean City in a nonconference game at Carey Stadium The Middle Township High School softball team won two close games Saturday and will play in the Betty Howell Tournament championship Sunday Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account Along with the change in seasons comes new business happenings across Maryland's Lower Shore A new garden center is now open at 27720 Ocean Gateway in Hebron. Tidal Roots an inspired plant place with heart and soul is a dream come true for owners John and Erica Tilghman The garden center offers a wide selection of plants Tidal Roots also features a café with fresh beverages and baked goods BUSINESS HAPPENINGS: Berlin gets Nashville Hot Chicken Restaurant, Salisbury new Starbucks | What's Going There located mere steps from the resort town's historic Boardwalk and directly across from Fat Daddy's at 217 S celebrated its official grand opening May 1 the museum plans to welcome guest speakers and local authors as well as offer the preexisting Little Learners program and other well-established Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum programs OCMD SNAKE SIGHTING: 'It's a snake!' Ocean City, Md., sighting on beach becomes viral sensation The City of Salisbury is no stranger to ethnic eateries the city welcomed Wok N Bowl — a new authentic Asian-inspired restaurant located at 1311 S Wok N Bowl offers a diverse menu featuring hand-pulled noodles The restaurant is open all week from 11 a.m LOCAL HOSPITALS MERGE: Berlin's Atlantic General Hospital merges with TidalHealth: Official agreement signed Trinity Nails & Spa is officially open for business at 11021 Nicholas Lane in Ocean Pines run by a management team with 15-plus years of experience Per a recent Facebook post, Trinity Nails & Spa is now offerings clients 10% off all services through the month of May. More information about the spa's services can be found online at trinitynailsnspa.com FUN BOARDWALK HISTORY: Ocean City, MD, Boardwalk history: From small wooden walkway to commercial business hotbed Olivia Minzola covers communities on the Lower Shore. Contact her with tips and story ideas at ominzola@delmarvanow.com Your access to this service has been limited If you think you have been blocked in error contact the owner of this site for assistance If you are a WordPress user with administrative privileges on this site please enter your email address in the box below and click "Send" You will then receive an email that helps you regain access Wordfence is a security plugin installed on over 5 million WordPress sites The owner of this site is using Wordfence to manage access to their site You can also read the documentation to learn about Wordfence's blocking tools or visit wordfence.com to learn more about Wordfence Click here to learn more: Documentation 6 May 2025 12:52:26 GMT.Your computer's time: document.write(new Date().toUTCString()); the activation invites consumers to attend regional events where they can enter for a chance to win the grand prize package: a 3-night Smile Swag and a $1,000 gift card to indulge in everything from the boardwalk to the bay the mobile tour will continue through the greater Philadelphia and Washington D.C The events are designed to prepare attendees for the perfect road trip to Ocean City the OCMD Smile Squad will invite attendees to gather all the inspiration they need for their vacation with trip planning games personalized key chain making station and beach-ready Smile Swag consumers will be invited to take part in themed activities including classic boardwalk games like Skee-Ball which can be found along Ocean City’s 3-mile award-winning boardwalk “Following the success of year one and two the iconic “Catch a Ride” program is back and fueled by the pure magic that visitors experience during a trip to Ocean City,” said Tom Perlozzo Director of Tourism and Business Development for Ocean City Maryland Tourism “This year’s activation reflects our continued evolution providing the vacation offerings travelers return for year-after-year coupled with new experiences to further prepare folks with all the inspiration they need to hit the open road and experience what summer and beyond looks like in Ocean City.” Official dates and hours of operation are as follows: The sweepstakes is open May 5 through June 29 took a scary turn when a slithery surprise emerged from the water Roxanne Flanagan thought it would be fun to take the kids to the beach town this past weekend for Springfest As they were hanging out on the beach on Saturday Roxanne's daughter yelled that she saw a snake but I walked over and it was moving," said Flanagan Roxanne grabbed her phone and took pictures and video of the slithery guest She said she will not be going in the ocean anytime soon Maryland Department of Natural Resources staff were not on-site but did tell the Scripps News Group in Baltimore that it appears to be an eastern hog-nosed snake It's a native species that likes habitats with sandy soil and isn't dangerous to the public Ocean City Animal Control responded to the scene and confirmed it was an eastern hog-nosed snake and said that it was relocated This story was originally published by Siobhan Garrett with the Scripps News Group in Baltimore. It’s not unusual for Roxanne Flanagan and her family to be at Ocean City. They have two houses in nearby Ocean Pines, and try to travel to the shore several times a year. The family’s trip this weekend, though, took a highly unusual — and now semi-viral — turn. Walking to the ocean to dip their toes in the water on Saturday, two of Flanagan’s children encountered a large black snake. One of her children, a 7-year-old girl, started shouting. Flanagan at first thought it was a stick She told the kids to get back and give the animal space The Baltimore Banner thanks its sponsors. Become one. “It was slithering probably for a few good minutes,” Flanagan said She described the snake as moving along the sand and being pushed bythe waves Videos that Flanagan shared show the snake moving up and down the sand and attempting to enter the water Local animal control officers came to the beach to relocate the snake, reported WMAR A spokesperson for Worcester County did not immediately respond to a request for comment a spokesperson for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources said the animal appears to be an eastern hognose snake “This is a native species that likes habitats with sandy soil so it would not be unusual for it to be found on the beach,” Bortz said in an email The eastern hognose is native to the U.S., with a range that stretches from the Great Lakes to Maine and all the way south to Florida, according to The Maryland Zoo They’re solitary and active during the day They mate in late spring and females lay their eggs in the summer the vice president of animal care operations at the National Aquarium said that while it’s not unheard of to see an eastern hognose on the beach it is “a little bit weird” to encounter a snake out in the open on the coast Maryland is “designed perfectly” for the eastern hognose because they like to live at the edges of forests with access to water For anyone who encounters a wild animal — including snakes — the message is always the same That’s especially the case with hognose snakes and can instead just hang back and enjoy observing nature Flanagan doesn’t know exactly where on the beach they were Flanagan said part of the reason she stuck around after seeing the snake was because there were other people enjoying the beach and she wanted to make sure to keep an eye on the reptile so it didn’t surprise anyone And though she may not be the biggest fan of getting into the opaque water at Ocean City Flanagan isn’t going to stop going to the beach anytime soon She wants her kids to enjoy their summer and not be scared of the ocean Cody Boteler cody.boteler@thebaltimorebanner.com Cody Boteler is a reporter on The Banner’s Express Desk trending stories and interesting things in and around Baltimore His work has appeared in The Baltimore Sun Welcome to The Banner's subscriber-only commenting community. 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If the problem persists, please contact customer service at 443-843-0043 or customercare@thebaltimorebanner.com — A relaxing beach day takes a scary turn as a slithery surprise emerges from the water Roxanne Flanagan thought it would be fun to take the kids to Ocean City this weekend for Springfest but I walked over and it was moving," says Flanagan She says she will not be going in the ocean anytime soon but did tell WMAR that based on the photos This is a native species that likes habitats with sandy soil and isn't dangerous to the public Ocean City Animal Control did respond to a call about the snake confirming it is an eastern hog-nosed snake Relaxing beach day in Ocean City interrupted with a scaly surprise Ocean City residents opposed to an ordinance limiting short-term rentals in certain parts of town met one of their key goals Monday A petition to overturn the measure garnered 1,327 signatures meaning there could be a public referendum on the issue At the center of the controversy is an ordinance that mandates five-night consecutive minimum lengths of stay for this year and next in “R1” districts made up of low-density and single-family residential developments The ordinance also applies to “MH” districts which comprise mobile home parks and subdivisions Many residents say the rule would have major financial implications with those who want to rent out their homes to vacationers Read the full story on the Baltimore Sun has gone viral after a reptilian visitor was recently spotted making its way across its golden sands Roxanne Flanagan of Annapolis is no stranger to the resort town she and her family are regular visitors and travel to and from Ocean City at least five or six times a year which she took alongside her 3-year-old son led to an unusual reptile sighting near the Atlantic Ocean on Saturday Flanagan was first made aware of the reptile when her daughter began to scream OCMD BOARDWALK HISTORY: Ocean City, MD, Boardwalk history: From small wooden walkway to commercial business hotbed Flanagan was convinced it was a piece of driftwood that had washed ashore and her daughter was mistaken once she caught sight of the large black snake slithering through the sand she quickly changed her mind and corralled the three children together "It was frightening but cool," Flanagan said of the rare snake sighting which was the highlight of the kids' weekend OCEAN CITY SEAFOOD FESTIVAL: Ocean City, Md., to debut its inaugural seafood festival featuring cooking demos this fall According to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources the non-aggressive reptile was determined to be an Eastern hognose snake (Heterodon platirhinos) An Eastern hognose snake can grow 20-33 inches in size and varies in color; from a yellow orange or red patterned back to an un-patterned ebony black or dark grey is more abundant on the Coastal Plain.​ Although it is mildly venomous the snake's venom is not effective against humans "I've never seen a snake on the beach," Flanagan said noting how she captured a few photos and videos as proof of the unusual encounter; one which she hopes isn't repeated but that's something I have to worry about now when we go back to Ocean City," she said "What are the odds that we might see another (snake) now?" OCEAN CITY'S MUSIC FESTIVALS: How Ocean City was transformed into music festival hotbed: A behind the scenes look Instagram user billbaker2423 posted a reel about Flanagan's reptilian discovery and then provided a running commentary to go along with the comments that flowed in From TikTok, a take with some dramatic urgencyTikTok user dr.freddyflanagan got in on the fun adding dramatic music in the style of "Jaws" to add a little urgency to Flanagan's sighting — Property owners in Ocean City are pushing back on an ordinance recently passed by the Mayor and Council implementing minimum stays on hundreds of short-term rentals On March 3 Ocean City shook up requirements for rental properties in areas known as R1 and MH districts R1 areas are described as low density single family residential developments Under the new ordinance rentals booked in these districts require a minimum five-night stay 2027 that requirement increases to a 31-day minimum RELATED: Ocean City Mayor & Council now requiring some renters to book minimum 5 day stays A group called OCMD Property Rights Inc. has since started a petition in opposition which they claim is enough to trigger a referendum "On April 21, 2025, OCMD Property Rights Inc. submitted 1,327 signatures to the Ocean City Clerk, officially triggering the process to place Ordinance 2025-04 on the ballot for a public referendum," the group posted on their Facebook page."While the signature verification process is expected to be tedious and time-consuming the organization remains confident that the petition will meet all necessary thresholds to move forward." The Ocean City Council insists the ordinance will "prevent overcrowding of land and avoid undue concentration of population in the wrong zones caused by rental properties to protect against noise and other disturbances." downplayed that argument stating "complaints about [short term rentals] are few and far between far lower than those received from hotel and motel guests." Property owners who already booked future reservations were outraged by the City's plan the City Council prohibited existing rental licenses from being part of any potential property sale meaning prospective buyers would be forced to apply for their own rental license implementing an 11 month moratorium on short-term rental licenses for R1 and MH Districts with such widespread ramifications for every homeowner in Ocean City." Group organizers say the ban means "fewer visitors and a negative impact on local businesses and jobs." There has been some questions as to how many properties the new police actually impacts Property Rights members say the numbers could reach 3,000 While the current ban is targeting 300 property owners in the R1 and MH districts it will impact every Ocean City resident and homeowner," the group argued "The council is taking away a fundamental property right from over 3,000 homeowners and their heirs It is also a slippery slope from R1 and MH having their rights stripped away to every property owner having the same thing done to them The 7-person council should not have the right to make such a consequential decision The public has the right to decide our own fate." With the signatures now in the hands of the City Council the ball's now in their court to either hold special election on the matter or to pose the question on the next general election ballot the group said it's still waiting for the City to provide a timeline for completing signature verification "They mentioned that the dates for vetting signatures are still being coordinated," the group's latest Facebook post reads Here is a map of R1 rentals impacted by the new policies To read a full description of the ordinances, click here and scroll pages 120-132 An Eastern Hognose snake emerged out of the Atlantic Ocean on Saturday We had a nice day today with warmer temps and sunny skies and for finally the wind wasn’t an issue for anglers  There are some black drum being caught in the Assateague surf there are some flounder being caught in shallow water and the tog fishing in the ocean is pretty good as well Captain Kane Bounds of the Fish Bound has had some successful tautog trips in the past week  Anglers fishing on Fish Bound have had mostly limits of nice “roaster” sized fish along with some releases up into the double digits Bryan Mindte of Sunset Provisions fished the route 90 bridge this afternoon and had some fun catch and release rockfish action Big Bird Cropper is back on the water and today he was able to find a few short rockfish while fishing the route 50 bridge Join us for another Fish in OC Fishing Trip and Seminar on board the Angler Saturday – The Museum of Ocean City had its official ribbon cutting Thursday The grand opening of the renovated museum marks a new chapter in preserving and sharing the town’s history and artifacts to showcase Ocean City’s evolution from seaside resort to vibrant destination Christine Okerblom is the museum curator – and told WMDT this new development will unveil even more of that history “The locations offer our visitors the opportunity to learn about the town’s history and wildlife you encounter when you come here.” For more, you can visit here. Because Local Matters Sharks are on the minds of many as the weather warms and thoughts turn to visiting the coast it was a large snake emerging from the ocean that created a major spectacle The accompanying footage shows the  eastern hog-nosed snake after it had come ashore Fox Weather reports that Flanagan was alerted to the snake’s presence after hearing her daughter screaming The snake was in the water and Flanagan initially thought it must just be a stick The snake eventually slithered back into the ocean and vanished also referred to as eastern hognose snakes are mildly venomous but considered mostly harmless to humans They inhabit the eastern portion of the U.S to see an eastern hog-nosed snake swimming in the ocean Cruise on down to year-round vacation destination Ocean City this May for the 34th annual Cruisin' Ocean City Here’s everything you need to know about the colorful automotive spectacle OCEAN CITY TRAM'S ABSENCE: Ocean City's Boardwalk tram won't return in summer 2025 after fatal collision Cruisin' Ocean City will take place from May 1-4 in the resort town Tickets for the car event are $15 per day for Thursday Children under the age of 14 are free with a paid adult Ocean City’s historic Boardwalk will host the revered Cruisin' Boardwalk Parades from 27th street to the Inlet parking lot on Thursday Countless customized classic vehicles of all makes will be on display The Grand Finale Awards will take place Sunday at 2 p.m The Cruisin' Ocean City vendor showcase will take place Friday and Saturday at the West Ocean City Outlets Cruisin' Ocean City attendees can enjoy an array of live entertainment and special guests all week long, with an evening full of songs and stories with Micky Dolenz of The Monkees on Thursday at the Ocean City Performing Arts Center. To purchase tickets, visit the OC Box Office in person or online at https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/29265/oc-performing-arts-center Avery Shoaf of the Netflix hit series Rust Valley Restorers will also be at the Inlet from 11 a.m as well as the 49th Street lot from 11 a.m Also set to make an appearance is WWE Hall of Famer WWE Ambassador and World Heavyweight Champion Slaughter will be at the 49th Street Lot from 11 a.m Friday and Saturday to talk all things wrestling This year's event will also feature a Swap Meet at the 49th Street lot on Thursday new to Cruisin' Ocean City this year are the indoor vendors at the West Ocean City Outlets GIANT STORE COMING SOON: Giant store set to open in new shopping complex coming soon to Worcester County, Md. The Louis Vincent Trio performed on the corner of 7th street during the Ocean City Block Party Ocean City Police officers kept the hot dogs coming at the PBA food truck Local Vendor Danielle Milburn keeps the Ocean City logo inventory folded and ready for the next customer during the the Ocean City Block Party Local Jack Bolger sits and people watches with his dog Cody Bucks County and local seasonal resident Victoria Rivkin and her rescue dog Abbey at the spring Ocean City Block Party Robert Morris cooks another batch of popcorn at the KB Kettle Korn booth during the Ocean City Spring Block Party on Asbury Avenue on Saturday Vendor Marko Grasso talks to potential clients about his whale carvings at the Ocean City Block Party seasonal locals and residents of New London PA found a new yard ornament for their home during the Ocean City Block Party Pennsylvania residents Anneliese Yeselski and Maria Trojan came to the shore for the day performed along with other live acts in front of the Grass Roots Record Store seasonal local and resident of New London PA makes his way through the crowd with his new yard ornament during the Ocean City Block Party OCEAN CITY — The Ocean City Spring Block Party returned to downtown Asbury Avenue on Saturday Ocean City's historic Boardwalk — a place to admire the cresting waves strap in for exhilarating rollercoaster rides and toss french fries to an incoming flock of squawking seagulls Since its official inception in 1902 — when the simple wooden walkway was created solely for the convenience of hotel guests — the Boardwalk continues to be once of the most sought-after destinations on Maryland's Eastern Shore the Boardwalk stretched just half a mile and was wide enough to fit 'four persons abreast,' " said Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum Assistant Curator Cara Downey it was illuminated for the first time by self-regulating oil lamps capable of burning for up to 20 hours," Downey said making note of a Boardwalk much different to the one beachgoers know of today FUN OCEAN CITY, MD., HISTORY: Explore Ocean City's hidden treasures with local author Bunk Mann the Boardwalk was rolled up like a blanket and then stored on hotel porches a storm would take the town by surprise and wipe out the Boardwalk The resulting destruction led to many rebuilding efforts through the years Local author and history buff Bunk Mann, who, through his three books — "Vanishing Ocean City," "Ghosts in the Surf" and "Ocean City Chronicles" — shines a spotlight on the historic resort town of Ocean City has accumulated an extensive knowledge of the Boardwalk over time "(The Boardwalk) would be completely wiped out in these storms," Mann said After one of Ocean City's most memorable storms to date — the Chesapeake-Potomac Hurricane of August 1933 which is credited with the creation of the Inlet — the town adopted a storm protection project to avoid future destruction According to oceancitymd.gov along with the State of Maryland and Worcester County accepted responsibility for operation and maintenance of the completed Atlantic Coast of Maryland Storm Protection Project in 1994 The storm protection project consists of the Beach Replenishment program along with the seawall along the boardwalk although not the most eye-catching structure to line the Boardwalk Seawalls are a form of coastal defense erected in order to protect humans towns and businesses from the sea during hurricanes "There will probably never be another storm that destroys the Boardwalk now because of the seawall," Mann said BOARDWALK TRAM'S ABSENCE: Ocean City's Boardwalk tram won't return in summer 2025 after fatal collision a raised platform offering shade to beachgoers to the 3-mile-long playground and commercial business hotbed it is today the Boardwalk has undergone numerous changes and expansions from rebuilding after storms to adopting a new concrete look is that the Ocean City Boardwalk is the enduring heart of the community," Downey said Ocean City's 150th Anniversary — a year-long celebration in honor of the town's extensive history and beloved community — is currently underway The milestone is being commemorated with exciting events and monthly initiatives to engage the community and visitors alike are taking place on none other than the Boardwalk Ocean City school board President Kevin Barnes said Thursday that board meetings are not a forum for political Ocean City school board member Catherine Panico tried again to bring a school district policy related to transgendered students up for a vote Ocean City school board member Liz Nicoletti seconded a motion from Catherine Panico to rescind policy 5756 which has been a target for some community members for years the policy prevents the district from notifying parents of a student’s gender identity assertions without the student’s permission another attempt to reverse a policy related to gender identity at Ocean City schools have sought to end the school district’s policy relating to transgender students which calls for staff to accept student’s gender identity regardless of whether it corresponds to the sex on their birth certificates That includes using the student’s preferred name and pronouns and expressly prevents the district from notifying the parents or guardians without the permission of the student a student need not meet any threshold diagnosis or treatment requirements to have his or her gender identity recognized and respected by the district school or school personnel,” reads the state’s policy recommendation Much of the opposition has related to parental notification who said he currently lives in Galloway Township and has three children attending the Ocean City school district said at the Thursday meeting that it was a matter of honesty and integrity he argued during the public comment portion of the meeting teaches children that it is acceptable to be honest with their teachers but not with their parents “When people are telling me it’s alright to be deceptive or guarded every relationship I’m involved in gets hurt,” he said he described teachers withholding information from parents about students’ “self-deception and mental health.” based on guidance from the New Jersey Department of Education has been a source of controversy in the district for years Opponents maintain the district had leeway to decline to adopt the policy and that it should be scrapped We Belong Cape May County is bringing the OC Pride Fest back for a third year on May 31 notifying their families could mean alienation or even physical danger who told the board she has one child in the district and another who recently graduated “I think it does as good a job as any public institution can do in helping a very small minority of students who have issues that they are struggling with I think it’s a good thing to have,” Kolitsky said Panico and Nicoletti have sought to scrap the policy Based on comments made at several public meetings the members have attempted to get the matter on a Board of Education agenda for some time but have not been able to advance it through the committee process Board President Kevin Barnes has described it as the democratic process Policy opponents have called it stonewalling with a motion to remove the decisions about the policy from the board’s policy committee with only Panico and Nicoletti voting in favor Panico made a motion to rescind Policy 5756 The board discussed whether they could vote on a motion that had already been made and defeated at a previous meeting although Panico argued this was a distinct motion not to remove the policy from the committee but to repeal it directly Board attorney Michael Stanton said the matter would need to be voted out of committee before it could be considered by the full board called for a repeal of a policy related to transgender students and said parents have a right to know and we’re not going to address it,” Barnes said Barnes began the meeting with an admonition for members of the public He said the meeting is for the Board of Education and the board acts on the recommendations of the school superintendent and works for the betterment of the students “We welcome members of the public to attend and observe our meetings this meeting is strictly for conducting district business and is not a platform for political It is essential to maintain professionalism and order out-of-order comments or any behavior that interferes with the orderly conduct of this meeting Members of the public can be asked to leave.” He added that board members are expected to adhere to Robert’s Rules of Order He began the meeting with a moment of silence in recognition of the National Day of Prayer which takes place annually on the first Thursday of May Panico and Nicoletti successfully ran together in 2022 in a campaign focused on parental rights that was endorsed by the conservative group Moms for Liberty The lawsuit follows weeks of feuding between the Republican administration and Democratic Gov Janet Mills that has led to threats to cut off crucial federal funding multiple people asked the board to rescind the transgender policy and some describing gender affirming treatments as mutilation which has organized public events in support of LGBTQ students has planned a third Ocean City Pride Fest for May 31 including a pride walk on the Ocean City Boardwalk at 9 a.m bbarlow@pressofac.com Get our local education coverage delivered directly to your inbox As the rhetoric around trans athletes grows more heated one organization is trying to create a safe space The NAIGC allows trans and non-bin… Sign up for a digital subscription to The Press of Atlantic City now and take advantage of a great offer We had some wind to contend with this morning but this afternoon it had dropped out nicely and this evening it very pleasant on the bay  I got out on the Thorofare for a few hours and a short sleeve shirt was plenty  I caught some throwback flounder on the chartreuse Deadly Double and watched my buddies Tommy Perry and Bobby Pastorius catch a couple of keepers Captain Jason Mumford of the Lucky Break has been taking advantage of the clean water and good flounder fishing lately and putting his anglers on consistent keepers for Lake Crisco Route 90 into Ocean City will face a 10-hour closure for approximately 5 consecutive days this month The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will close a 12-mile section of Route 90 (Ocean City Expressway) between Route 50 (Ocean Gateway) and Route 528 (Coastal Highway) for maintenance work starting Sunday Construction crews will work overnight until the expected completion on Thursday the MDOT SHA said in an April 9 news release motorists will be directed to continue on Route 50 to downtown Ocean City to Coastal Highway Drivers should add approximately 30 minutes to their commute during the scheduled maintenance work The work will begin on Sunday night and continue for four days from 7 p.m guardrail repair,    patching on all bridges,  drainage inlet cleaning for improved highway drainage,  and debris removal.EASTERN SHORE EASTER EVENTS: Ultimate 2025 Easter event guide: Egg hunts, craft fairs & more on Maryland's Lower Shore The State Highway Administration said it works hard to maintain safe traffic mobility in work zones for its crews and customers and look for reduced speed limits as well as other traffic pattern changes at all times Walking tour celebrates OC history: Ocean City to host historic walking tour in honor of 150th anniversary: All to know Three South Jersey girls relay teams advanced to spots in the ultimate races at last weekend's Penn Relays the world's most prestigious track and Relay Carnival The Winslow girls 4-by-400-meter relay team broke a long-standing South Jersey in their event at the University of Pennsylvania's Franklin Field Skhye Seamon and Cinniya Robinson in the South Jersey Large School championship race broke a record set by Willingboro in 2001 and earn the Eagles a slot in the nine-team Championship of America race The Cherokee 4x800 relay of Alyssa Suriano Sofia Recinto and Maddie Meder ran a 9:13.67 in the Championship of America The Chiefs won their South Jersey Large School heat with an All-time Top-10 South Jersey time (9:15.02) before finishing eighth in the Championship of America The Ocean City distance medley relay was an eighth-place finisher in the Championship of America DMR Carly Godfrey and Maeve Smith ran a time of 11:58.64 just the third South Jersey team to break the 12-minute mark in the event Lenape ran 11:58.64 in 2012 and Cherokee ran 11:54.48 in 2023 to set the South Jersey record The Willingboro girls were South Jersey's fastest 4x100 relay team Aaliyah Robinson and Nester Wea ran a 47.66 to finish second in a race that also included Winslow and Pennsauken Lindenwold junior Egypt Bolan was the top United States finisher in the high jump with a leap of 5-foot-8 3/4 tied for the eighth best mark in South Jersey history The South Jersey record is 5-10 1/2 by Megan Kirschling of West Deptford in 2012 The Willingboro girls placed second in the Philadelphia-area 4x400 in a race that also included Kingsway and Pennsauken The Winslow boys successfully carried the South Jersey banner The Eagles won a Philadelphia-area championship as Karon Ali Kristopher Jackson and Dominic Bassey ran 3:16.12 in a race that also included Camden and Deptford Ali and Jackson were joined by Jacoby James and Nyquir Helton in the 4x100 relay After winning their qualifying heat in 41.86 the Eagles placed eighth in the Northeast final in 42.22 Tom Rimback grew up reading the Burlington County Times and Courier Post sports sections and began writing for the BCT in 1996 He has covered everything from Super Bowls and Final Fours to Tri-County Swimming but he’s happiest on a sideline interviewing South Jersey scholastic athletes Email him with story ideas at tomrimback@gmail.com and support local journalism with a subscription to the Courier-Post Link IconCopy linkFacebook LogoShare on FacebookXShare on XEmailShare via EmailLink copied to clipboardThis Ocean City hotel is offering 30-day rentals this summerIt’s “an alternative to pricey Shore home rentals” and will cost guests $16,000 or more You can check in for a monthslong stay at an iconic Ocean City boardwalk hotel this summer The Port-O-Call has unveiled a new 30-day-stay program as “an alternative to pricey Shore home rentals,” hotel executives said in a statement The packages start around $16,000 for a standard city-facing room with two double beds and go up to more than $23,000 for a corner king room that faces the coastline The program allows guests to stay in the same 240- to 370-square-foot room for a month and smaller families who want a streamlined option for a month of summer vacation,” hotel executives said noting that guests can book the monthslong stays between June 15 and Sept And it’s less expensive than some Shore-home rentals, which can cost $30,000 a month even more if the property is on or near the beach a four-bedroom house fronting the Ocean City boardwalk was listed for a discounted price of $10,000 a week amenities not traditionally included in a Shore-home rental Port-O-Call’s package announcement comes after the hotel completed a three-year renovation, which involved updating its 98 rooms with the help of Philly-based design firm APOP and as the price of a Jersey Shore vacation continues to rise Some longtime Shore goers have told The Inquirer they’ve abandoned their beloved childhood vacation spots for Florida all of which they can do for a similar — or even less expensive — price “I don’t know how people are doing it,” Delaware County nurse practitioner Kristin Bernstein told The Inquirer in 2023 “I don’t know how they’re affording the Shore.” — This August will mark one year since tragedy struck on Ocean City's boardwalk Last summer a 2-year-old boy was killed after being hit by a boardwalk tram Live camera footage from the night of the tragedy (we recommend lowering the sound due to static) "Safety evaluations conducted after last summer’s tragic accident showed that we could no longer operate the trams we were running," Lauren Davis Ocean City's 2026 fiscal budget estimates the loss of tram service will cost the town $1,560,000 About $475,160 was to be allocated towards tram worker salaries expenses for fiscal year 2026 are projected at $439,751 Ocean City's general government budget does indicate $282,918 reserved for a Boardwalk Tram & Jeep police have released very little on the crash investigation For now there's no real time table for when the tram could return "We are currently trying to find an alternative but all options currently have delivery times of at least 18 months," said Davis "We would all like to see the trams return and will continue to work in that direction." the Ocean City tram that shuttles beachgoers along the boardwalk during the bustling summer months will spend the season out of commission The pause in service is part of a suspension that began last August after a 2-year-old boy was struck and killed by a tram 20 collision sent shockwaves through the Maryland vacation destination as the summer season came to a close local representatives are still evaluating the tram’s safety and the financial fallout of keeping the service closed during the town’s busiest season “We do not have a budget for tram service,” said Ocean City Transportation Manager Rob Shearman Jr., discussing the budget for the coming fiscal year at a meeting last week before the mayor and City Council A tram-less summer means Shearman’s division expects to spend 12.3% less on transportation this year But that will also cost Ocean City at least $1 million in revenue Last fiscal year, the tram generated more than $1.5 million, according to transportation fund budget documents. Three buses are being added to the city’s transit and Shearman’s team is recruiting more drivers Several people initially hired to work the tram are in training to drive the city’s buses “We’re trying to find places for them,” Shearman said Some tram seasonal employees may be able to work with the transportation division for special events One-way rides on the tram cost $5, according to the Ocean City government website. the tram travels up to 2.4 miles beside the boardwalk’s pedestrian walkway the transportation fund will still need to pay $440,00 for the debt service on the tram’s carriages the tram has been a staple for Ocean City tourists looking to traverse the town’s sprawling beachfront Residents could not recall tram collisions with pedestrians prior to last year’s fatal incident residents have long been concerned about the tram’s impact on large crowds Recommendations of a 2015 task force that sought to make the service safer prompted the city to designate certain spots along the boardwalk for street performers and artists Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan described the fatal collision as an “unimaginable loss” in a statement last August “We are committed to supporting the family and ensuring that everything possible is done to prevent such tragedies in the future.” Matti Gellman matti.gellman@thebaltimorebanner.com Matti Gellman is a Food Reporter for The Baltimore Banner Something went wrong. 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