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A "Beach Closed" sign blocked access to the beach at Fifth Street in Ocean City following serious erosion over the winter.

February 13, 2026

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Millions in federal funding approved for beach replenishment projects

Ocean City, Sea Isle City, Strathmere, Avalon and Stone Harbor will be the shore towns that benefit.

Emergency federal funding to help restore eroded Jersey Shore beaches

Ocean City will be first in line, followed by other coastal towns based on the extent of their storm damage.