Ocean City Fire Department Announces Graduation of Deputy Fire Marshal James Lerch from Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy

OCEAN CITY, MD – The Ocean City Fire Department is proud to announce the graduation of Fire Investigator James Lerch from the Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy. Lerch began his career with the Office of the Fire Marshal as a Fire Safety Inspector on March 11, 2024. Since then, he has completed numerous courses in code…

Statement from Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan: By Approving Permits, Maryland Department of Environment Is Willfully Ignoring Every Shred of Feedback From Those Who Will Be Directly and Most Significantly Impacted By the ill-conceived US Wind Project

Ocean City, MD – (June 9, 2025): After the Maryland Department of the Environment announced that it would move forward with issuing permits and approvals for construction of the offshore wind project off the coast of Ocean City, Maryland, Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan issued the following statement: “It is unconscionable to believe that the Maryland…

Ocean City, MD Implements New Beach Canopy Regulations to Enhance Safety and Accessibility

Ocean City, MD – (June 4, 2025): The Town of Ocean City has officially passed new beach regulations prohibiting tents and limiting canopy use on its beaches, effective immediately. This ordinance aims to enhance safety, improve visibility, and ensure a more enjoyable experience for all beachgoers. Under the new policy, tents—defined as any structure with sides—are…