Boardwalk tram closed through summer, Ocean City says

Ocean City boardwalk tram won’t return this summer after child’s death

Ocean City’s boardwalk tram will not return this summer, according to an announcement on the town’s website, coming months after the death of a child who was struck by a tram last fall. In August, a 2-year-old boy died after being hit by a tram as he crossed the tram pad, while the tram was traveling southbound. Following the incident, Ocean City suspended tram operations indefinitely with a potential date for resuming it not initially determine…

Ocean City suspends boardwalk tram for 2025 season, months after child was struck and killed

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.Since the incident, Ocean City officials have suspended tram service. Oc Tram Webcam VO That will be the case again this summer, according to the town's website.Ocean City's 2026 fiscal budget estimates the loss of tram service will cost the town $1,560,000.Out of that amount the town usually a…

Boardwalk tram closed through summer, Ocean City says

The Town of Ocean City has publicly posted its plans to keep its boardwalk tram closed through the summer season.

Ocean City boardwalk tram canceled as fatal collision probe continues

After about 60 years in service, the Ocean City tram that shuttles beachgoers along the boardwalk during the bustling summer months will spend the season out of commission.

Ocean City suspends Boardwalk Tram Service for upcoming season

Ocean City is suspending its Boardwalk Tram Service through at least the summer due to a deadly accident last summer.  On Aug. 20 of last year, a 2-year-old boy was crossing the Boardwalk tram pad near Dorchester Street when he was struck and killed. Ocean City Manager Terry McGean says the tram service will not be in operation until further notice as the town evaluates its safety and the financial implications. The tram runs alongside the boar…