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Kalamata: My 5 Star Dining Experience in Ocean City, Maryland
Kalamata Mediterranean Cuisine delivers one of Ocean City’s most memorable dining experiences, combining exceptional Turkish and Mediterranean dishes, creative cocktails, beautiful desserts, live entertainment and genuine family hospitality.
Katie Ruskey
Day 3 Brings Exciting Fish to the Scales: Huk Big FIsh Classic's Final Day
The scales at Talbot Street were buzzing Sunday afternoon as the final day of the 2026 Huk Big Fish Classic wrapped up in Ocean City. After a windy start to the tournament kept…
Katie Ruskey
Photo Friday Contest Winner July 31st 2026
This week's Photo Friday Contest celebrates everything that makes Ocean City unforgettable—from family beach days and Boardwalk adventures to sunsets, fireworks, and traditions that span generations. Take a look at the wonderful memories our readers shared and see this week's winning photo!
Anne
Better Weather Brings Bigger Action on Day 2 of the Huk Big Fish Classic
Better Weather Brings Bigger Action on Day 2 of the Huk Big Fish Classic After a windy opening day kept much of the fleet at the dock, Mother Nature finally cooperated on Day 2 of…
Katie Ruskey
Wind Keeps Most Fleet at the Dock on Day 1 of the Huk Big Fish Classic
The opening day of the Huk Big Fish Classic looked a little different than many expected as windy offshore conditions kept the majority of the fleet tied to the dock Friday…
Katie Ruskey
Has Sport Fishing Really Changed Over the Years? A Look at the Past
Black-and-white photographs have a way of stopping you in your tracks. A young boy proudly holding his first tuna. A smiling couple standing shoulder to shoulder behind a massive…
Katie Ruskey
Beneath the Waves - Exploring the Sharks of Ocean City, Maryland
Are there sharks in Ocean City, Maryland? Yes—but there's little reason to fear them. Learn about the shark species that inhabit the waters off Ocean City and Assateague Island, why they're vital to the marine ecosystem, and what local shark expert Captain Mark Sampson says every beachgoer and angler should know.
Maryland Coastal Bays Program
Huk Big Fish Classic Tournament Returns To Ocean City, MD for The Overnight Bite!
The overnight bite is back! One of Ocean City's most exciting offshore tournaments, the 13th Annual Huk Big Fish Classic, returns to Talbot Street Pier July 24-26, 2026, bringing…
Katie Ruskey
Christmas in July? Ocean City, Maryland Has Plenty of Holiday Cheer to Go Around!
Who says you have to wait until December to hear sleigh bells? In Ocean City, Christmas comes early—and it arrives wearing flip-flops! If you're visiting the beach the weekend of…
Katie Ruskey
Photo Friday Contest Winner July 23rd 2026
This week's Photo Friday Contest is packed with everything that makes Ocean City unforgettable! From sunrise to sunset, your photos capture family fun, beach adventures, Boardwalk memories, and all the moments in between. Congratulations to this week's winner, Amber Thomas, who takes home 2 FREE passes to Nick's Mini Golf with her fantastic action shot! 🎉
Anne
More Than Just a Boat Ride: Why Sea Rocket Should Be on Your Ocean City Bucket List
Sea Rocket offers much more than dolphin cruises. Visitors can also enjoy thrilling speedboat rides, parasailing adventures, banana boat rides (yes, please!), and other watersports.
Katie Ruskey
Residents' Voices Lead to Cleanup of Dead Horseshoe Crabs in Ocean City's 94th Street Canal
For the past several years, Ocean City resident Brooke Gentry has noticed a troubling pattern in the canals around 94th Street. Each summer, dead horseshoe crabs would collect…
Katie Ruskey
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