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Temporary road rules going into place ahead of Cruisin’ Ocean City

Ocean City is prepared to crack down on dangerous drivers with a major car event coming to town next week.

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10 Amazing Things To Do In Valencia This Summer

From music festivals and open-cinema, to sunset cruises on the Med, there are plenty of amazing things to do in Valencia in summer.

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.

The Craic of the Round Ireland Race

Herb McCormick joins the crew of the Beneteau 44.7 Black Magic in this past summer's Round Ireland Race, one of the toughest distance races in existence.

Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?

Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?

Rescue Me: Adopt Roman

In this edition of Rescue Me, meet Roman, an adoptable dog from the Humane Society of Ocean City who is very playful, and is looking for a home.

13 Hidden Gems in Europe: Most Unique Places to Visit

Coming from New Jersey, where hidden spots usually involve the best diners or secluded beaches, Europe’s hidden gems feel like discovering a whole new world. Here are a few places that’ll make you want to pack your bags.

Florida Faces Potential Storm in March

A disturbance in the Atlantic Ocean east of Florida has a small chance of developing into a cyclone, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Poetry in ocean: Hong Kong from the water

Hong Kong today has more skyscrapers than any other city on earth — astonishing, really, when you consider how little flat land there is to put them all on. For most of its existence, Hong Kong was a place observed not by looking down from on high,

The Wrap: Grocery Prices, Energy Need, Bird Flu and the CDC

Get “The Wrap,” our take on the news of the week, in your inbox every Tuesday. Sign up at: March 10 to 16 Grocery Inflation Moderating Industry experts at a Food Industry Association meeting March 10 predicted that grocery inflation will move up again in 2025 even as many food prices remain stable.

Ocean City Considers Expanding Paid Parking, Raising Concerns

Free parking could soon become even more scarce in Ocean City as town officials discuss expanding paid parking to additional locations.

Iguanas likely crossed the Pacific millions of years ago on a record-setting rafting trip

But new research suggests that millions of years ago, iguanas pulled off the 5,000-mile odyssey on a raft of floating vegetation — masses of uprooted trees and small plants. That journey is thought to be a record — further than any other land-dwelling vertebrate has ever traveled on the ocean.

How a R.I. theater is bringing Nashville to the Ocean State, thanks to Taylor Swift’s dad

The United Theatre in Westerly, R.I., recently unveiled a new partnership with the Bluebird Cafe, the legendary Nashville, Tennessee, venue that’s long served as a haven for musicians and songwriters in America’s “Music City.”

Gregorys Coffee coming home, with first shop coming to Manalapan

Gregorys Coffee, a chain which recently opened in Old Bridge, is coming to Manalapan too, a homecoming of sorts for the founder, who grew up here.

Northwest Iowa man interviewed about missing college student last seen in the Dominican Republic

According to Fox News, authorities have interviewed the Northwest Iowa man at length, but they noted he has not been accused of any crime at this time in the case.

‘A Drop in the Ocean’: Syeda Hameed’s memoir reflects grief for the disappearing idea of India

The memoir takes the reader on a journey from his childhood to his adult years and of the city, engulfed in Hüzün for a glorious past, sense of loss and cultural alterations. Hüzün is a Turkish word of Arabic origin (used also in the Qu’uran),

‘Here is nowhere’: Japan’s stunning, little-known epic walking trail

The coastline here is as beautiful as it is battered, in a region that has traditionally seen few tourists. But that’s starting to change.

El Moudni: Rabat’s Development Plan Positions City Among Global Capitals

Rabat’s new development plan seeks to elevate the city to the level of the world’s leading capitals by meeting the expectations of both residents and visitors.

Zelensky says Putin's response to Ukraine ceasefire plan is 'manipulative'

Zelensky's comments come after Putin agreed fighting must end but any plan must remove the "underlying causes of this crisis".

St. Patrick's Day festivities: Where to park and what roads will be closed

St. Patrick's Day festivities in Norfolk and Virginia Beach will result in some notable road closures that you should be aware of.

Looking for fun things to do this weekend March 14-16? Top 5 events in Palm Beach County

The 55th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival: Saturday, March 15. Atlantic Avenue and Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach. Free. stpatsdelray.com 49th Annual Shamrock Run at John Prince Park: Saturday, March 15 at 7:15 a.m. John Prince Park, 2700 Sixth Ave., Lake Worth Beach. letsdothis.com

Live coverage: California braces for massive storm that will bring heavy rain, snow

California braced for the arrival of a massive storm on Wednesday, evacuating residents in areas at risk of mudslides and debris flows.

Goodbye to the Great Highway

The Great Highway is scheduled to permanently close this Friday. That is expected to cause a diversion of traffic onto the until-now-quiet residential streets of the Sunset District and increase traffic on Sunset Boulevard and 19th Avenue, the other two major north-south thoroughfares through this part of the city.

How did Ocean City tourism fare during the winter months?

With an unusually cold winter season that saw plenty of snow, how did tourism in Ocean City fare? Officials said they saw a mixed performance when it comes to hotel occupancy and tourism. They also said they are hoping the coming spring months contribute to a resurgence in people visiting the town.

An Advocacy Group For Homeless People Speaks Out In Support Of Short-Term Rental Restrictions

Ocean City leaders have implemented new restrictions for short-term rentals. Now, a non-profit named Homeless & Human tells WBOC it believes this could free up much-needed

Over the past 25 years, 35 unidentified people found dead in New Jersey

These tragic stories include infants and adults; their bodies were discovered in wooded areas, waterways, and on the sides of roads.

24 Works of Fiction to Read This Spring

Watch for a new “Hunger Games” prequel; a quirky romance from Emily Henry; novels by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Ocean Vuong; and more.

Is "Blue Mind Theory" Legit? I Traveled to Vancouver Island to Find Out

Blue Mind Theory describes the calming effects of being by water. As a travel writer, I traveled to Vancouver Island to better understand the phenomenon.

Proud to Serve: Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company

WBOC is proud to serve the Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company, and all of Worcester County.

A Protest Could Fall Smack Dab In The Middle Of One Of Ocean City's Biggest Events

A group of property owners scheduled a protest on the same day as the town's annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. The group hopes it will draw

Playland prepares for first season as only amusement park on Ocean City Boardwalk

No one at Playland's Castaway Cove in Ocean City is sure what the summer will look like, especially with the closing of the other major amusement park in town.

Locals Are Obsessed With This Iconic Roadside Spot in Utah – Here’s Why

Find out why locals can't get enough of this hidden gem destination in Salt Lake City, Utah. After you visit, you will love it too!

Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol Welcomes Next-Generation Emergency Response Vessel

March 10, 2025, at 8:00 a.m., the City of Santa Barbara Waterfront Department proudly welcomed Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol’s next-generation patrol, fire, and rescue vessel, the M2 Catamaran from Moose Boats LLC,

It’s Taco Tuesday and Here are the Best Tacos in Ocean County

If you find yourself in Ocean County, New Jersey, with a craving for the perfect taco, you’re in luck. This region boasts an array of taquerias and Mexican