June 13, 2008

Thursday, June 19 - Detectives Find 2nd Stabbing Suspect

OCEAN CITY - The second of two Pennsylvania men wanted in connection with a double-stabbing incident in Ocean City early last Saturday morning was nabbed this week after OCPD detectives tracked the suspect to his hometown of Lancaster, Pa. One of the suspects in the double stabbing, Edward Cockrell, 18, of Lancaster, was taken into custody a short time after the incident early last Saturday morning, but the second suspect, Omil Milfort, 18, also of Lancaster, remained at large. OCPD detectives...READ MORE

Wednesday, June 18 - Gateway Grand Nearing Completion

OCEAN CITY - The Gateway Grand Condominiums can move forward with its certificate of occupancy despite the absence of a tenant in the restaurant portion of the project, ruled the City Council this week. The Gateway Grand Condominium project, located between 47th and 48th streets on the oceanblock of Coastal Highway, is near completion and preparing for certificate of occupancy approval as builders wrap up the final stages of the project, which includes 196 three- and four-bedroom luxury...READ MORE

Tuesday, June 17 - OC To Begin Beach Repair Work

OCEAN CITY - Ocean City Public Works crews will being repair work this evening on areas of the beach impacted by a May storm. The storm created tidal ditches that run north/south parallel to the ocean. These ditches have created a situation in which the town's normal beach cleaning procedure is not feasible and therefore needs to be corrected. Public Works crews will be working in the following areas: 67th Street, 72nd Street, 74th Street, 75th Street, 76th Street, 79th Street, 87th Street, 94th...READ MORE

Monday, June 16 - OC Stabbing Suspect At Large

OCEAN CITY - Ocean City's increasingly violent Senior Week crime wave took another turn for the worse early Saturday morning when two men were stabbed during an altercation near Baltimore Ave. and 16th Street. Around 3:30 a.m. on Saturday, two men identified as Justin Pfieler, 21, of Baltimore, and David Grimes, 23, of Millersville, were reportedly walking in the street and impeding traffic in the area of 16th Street and Baltimore Ave. when they became involved in an argument with two men in a...READ MORE

OC Police Arrest 58 In 12 Hours

OCEAN CITY - Senior week is in full swing this week, but you don't have to tell that to the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD). The streets of Ocean City were swarming this week with high school graduates celebrating their recent accomplishments. While some have been behaving and attending the planned Play It Safe events, others have been running afoul of the law and the Ocean City police have been busy keeping them in check. The OCPD alone made a total of 58 arrests between the hours of 7 p.m....READ MORE

Online Forum Set Up To Create Good Buzz For Resort

OCEAN CITY - In an effort to continue with online tourism promotion for the resort town, MGH, Ocean City's advertising firm, has developed an online forum for positive Ocean City chatter. InsideOceanCity.com is an online forum that provides information on just about everything Ocean City has to offer, from dining to hotel rooms, with all questions addressed by what MGH refers to as, Ocean City ambassadors. Ocean City ambassadors, who now consist of 85 to 90 people, were selected last year as a...READ MORE

94th Street north-Fenwick

Big Tuna Grill 128th Street & Coastal Highway, 410-250-1001 , www.bigtunaOC.com A locals' and vacationers' favorite alike. Experience culinary delights as well as a visual excursion, dining among authentic nautical artifacts of old ships. Choose an array of entrees from fresh seafood to char-grilled steaks. Enjoy some drinks on our 50 ft. bar while watching our plasma TVs. Billy's Sub Shop 120th Street, Bayside (Food Lion Shopping Center) , 410-250-1776 Between 139th & 140th Streets,...READ MORE

Inlet To 94th Street

Angelo's Italian Cuisine 33rd Street & Coastal Highway , 410-524-2855 The Russo family proudly presents, Angelo's Italian Cuisine, the latest venture in a long line of Italian restauants and pizzarias owned by the family in Baltimore, Salisbury and Ocean City. Our authentic Italian cuisine is prepared by a top New York chef and presented in a classically decorated setting. Smoking allowed in our cocktail lounge with special drink prices 4-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Open Tuesday-Saturday at 4...READ MORE

West Ocean City-Berlin-Ocean Pines

Assateague Island Oasis Rte. 611, West Ocean City , 410-629-1492 Enjoy a delicious meal, refreshing drinks, and the peace and quiet that once was. Weekly live entertainment and Happy Hour daily from 3-7 p.m. Just relax! Boomers Restaurant 525 South Main Street, Berlin , 410-629-0001 Conveniently located on Rte. 113 at the southern entrance to Berlin, Boomers Restaurant has re-opened after a complete renovation. Full service dining, self-service eat-in or carry-out. Food cooked to order. Fried...READ MORE

Ocean City

OCEAN CITY The Meridian Daily 10-4 Oceanfront Residences New Construction Dan Clayland Coldwell Banker 410-520-0072 OCEAN CITY Bella Vista Daily 10-4 3BR Bayside Condos Coldwell Banker 410-723-1000 OCEAN CITY Emerson Towers Fri-Sun 10-4 3BR/3BA Bayfront End of Wicomico St Terry Looney Century 21 410-726-7689 OCEAN CITY Bahia Vista 10th St. Bayside Mon-Fri 11-3 3&4BR Condos Dan Clayland Coldwell Banker 410-524-6111 OCEAN CITY Bel Mare Somerset Street Daily 11-3 3BR/2BA New Const. Skip...READ MORE

West Ocean City - Ocean Pines - Berlin - MD - VA

WEST OCEAN CITY Sailor's Watch Golf Course Road Sat & Sun 10-4 New 3BR, 3.5BA Luxury Townhouses Coldwell Banker VIRGINIA 4627 Coulbourne Mill Rd Sat 10-4 3BR/2BA Cozy Rancher Tamera Myers Coldwell Banker Eastern Shore 800-258-5843 VIRGINIA Captains Corridor Daily 9-5 Canalfront, Golf Course & Interior Homes George Ann Way Coldwell Banker Eastern Shore 800-258-5843 OCEAN PINES Points Reach #2208 Sat & Sun 11-3 3BR Bayview Condo Patty Cummings Remax Premier...READ MORE

Diving Into The Area's Cultural Activities

An inside look at the regional arts scene through photographs.  ...READ MORE

Annual Firemen's Parade Planned For Wednesday

OCEAN CITY - The Maryland State Firemen's Association, which represents 392 fire and rescue departments and related associations throughout Maryland, will hold its 116th Annual Convention and Conference in Ocean City from June 14-20. More than 30,000 volunteer firefighter/rescuers and Emergency Medical Service workers and their families are expected to attend. President Paul Sterling of the Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad in Montgomery County will open the proceedings at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, June...READ MORE

City Mulls Future State Bills Of Importance

OCEAN CITY - The City Council looked ahead to 2009 legislative initiatives this week, compiling a list of proposed legislation to be submitted though the Maryland Municipal League (MML). Kathy Mathias, Assistant to the City Manager, presented the City Council with potential MML 2009 legislative initiatives this week, taking suggestions from the council as well. Tax differential will be on the forefront once again for Ocean City, with legislation going forward in 2009 in an attempt to get tax...READ MORE

More National Chains Planned For Route 50

SNOW HILL - More national chain big box stores will be coming to the eastern end of Route 50 to join Wal-Mart and Home Depot, but it is unknown which stores will take up residence at the Ocean Landing II commercial development. 'The largest building will likely be anchored by two, perhaps three, big box stores,' said Richard Eisenberg, representing Ocean Landing II developer Allen Skolnick. Eisenberg said that the stores could be similar to ones along Route 13 in Salisbury, a commercial hub for...READ MORE

New Downtown Look Envisioned For Berlin

BERLIN - Many of the properties along Pitt Street in downtown Berlin should be redeveloped, representatives of the property owner, the Burbage family, told the Berlin Planning Commission Wednesday night, as they informed the body of preliminary plans for the site. The property runs between Goober's Restaurant and the Comcast office, according to resident and builder Ron Cascio, who will work on the redevelopment with the Burbages. 'The family realized that the property is not at its highest...READ MORE

Ocean City To Try Credit Card Purchases

OCEAN CITY - The Town of Ocean City entered into a one-year pilot program for a purchasing card agreement this week, enabling a select number of town employees to use purchasing cards, or credit cards, in lieu of purchase orders in an effort to save time and money. 'Time is money,' said City Manager Dennis Dare this week, as he presented the pilot program to the City Council for approval. Currently, all purchases are made though purchase orders, rather than through the use of purchasing cards....READ MORE

Berlin Could See Official Design Rules

BERLIN - The Berlin Planning Commission plans to take steps towards creating official architectural guidelines for new buildings within town limits by creating a subcommittee to create bid specifications for architectural firms interested in doing the work. Planning Commission member Joe Hill suggested taking this action at Wednesday night's Planning Commission meeting, during general discussion after the last agenda item. 'It would have to be a subcommittee,' said Planning and Zoning...READ MORE

Berlin To Seek Open Space Funds

BERLIN - Berlin elected officials voted to pursue Program Open Space (POS) funds for four town park projects this year, making up for two years of letting the grant money sit unused. The town has been assigned $247,000 in POS funds in the last two years but has not taken advantage of it to date. Worcester County passes Maryland Program Open Space funds through to its municipalities, which most counties do not do, but funds unused by Berlin, Snow Hill, and Pocomoke City will revert back to the...READ MORE

Boardwalk Program Earns 'Telly'

OCEAN CITY - 'On the Boardwalk', a Resort Video Guide magazine style program promoting the Ocean City Boardwalk, was recently awarded a National Television Advertising Award (Telly), for excellence in Creative Programming. Executive Producer Todd Ferrante of Park Place Jewelers came up with the idea four years ago and created and produced the show starring Host Jessica Bridgett. 'On the Boardwalk' is a summer seasonal program of historical importance, fun, promotional, and reflective memories...READ MORE

Council Approves West OC Boundary Change

OCEAN CITY - Discussion over a revision to the boundary line for the Eagle's Nest development was officially put to rest this week, allowing the owner of Eagle's Nest Campground to move forward with plans to clean up the site. Hugh Cropper IV, attorney for property owner Jack Burbage, presented the request to the Mayor and City Council in May, a request that called for a property line change of 65 square feet. Eagle's Nest Campground is located on 50 acres in West Ocean City at the east end of...READ MORE

Election Day Will End Bambary's Era In Berlin

BERLIN - Berlin Administraive Director Linda Bambary will retire from her post in October. 'I've enjoyed every moment of working with Berlin,' said Bambary this week. 'It's been a joy and a pleasure.' Bambary began her career in Berlin in fall 2000. 'I started on election day of 2000 and as corny as it may sound, I'm ending it on election day in 2008,' Bambary said. Before her career brought her to Berlin, Bambary spent 12 years working for the government of Princess Anne, Md. and about 15...READ MORE

Friend Caught Pitching Rocks

OCEAN CITY - After his friend damaged a street sign and fled police, a defensive 19-year-old Pennsylvania man took out his frustration by throwing rocks at a patrol car, causing about $500 worth of damage. At approximately 1 a.m. on Wednesday, June 11, Ocean City Police responded to Robin Drive to assist the Maryland State Police (MSP) with a young man who was destroying public property. MSP witnessed the man, Justin Zepp, 20, of Birdsboro, Pa., pulling down a street sign and bending it so that...READ MORE

Idol Contest, Bathtub Races Set For Berlin Village Fair

BERLIN - The Town of Berlin is preparing to host its annual rite of summer, the 20th Annual Village Fair, sponsored by the Berlin Chamber of Commerce. The Village Fair will be held this year on Saturday, June 14, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. with lots of activities for the whole family. Plans are underway for what promises to be a fun packed day. There are over 50 art and craft vendors with all handmade items from the Eastern Shore. Other activities include the Berlin Antique Road Show, Berlin Idol...READ MORE

K-Coast Partners Bring Billabong To OC

OCEAN CITY - The 78th Street K-Coast store saw a facelift of sorts recently, as the resort surf shop transformed into the new Billabong store. But while some changes have been made, the store remains locally owned and operated for the most part, with the same two surfers who opened the original store 18 years ago at the helm. Mark Pugh and Chris Shanahan have been selling clothes, boards, surf gear and more out of the 78th Street store since 1990 when K-Coast opened. The success of the store...READ MORE

Local Students Announcements

BERLIN - The following is a compilation of announcements regarding scholastic and college students sent into this paper over the last month from points near and far. Katelyn Clark of Berlin made the Dean's List for the spring 2008 semester at High Point University, where she is a sophomore majoring in psychology. She is also an ambassador at the university. To be named to the Dean's List, students are those who have attained a 3.8 GPA for the previous semester based on a 4.0 scale. Clark is the...READ MORE

Ocean Downs Marks 60 Years Of Live Racing

BERLIN - Live racing returns to Ocean Downs this weekend for the 60th year with the first two days of what will be a 40-day live meet at the historic harness racing track near Berlin set for Saturday and Sunday, June 14-15. The 40-day summer live meet at Ocean Downs will feature 10 races nightly with the first post-time each night at 7:35 p.m. Live racing will be held each Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday and the meet will end a little late this year on Aug. 24. Opening night will...READ MORE

Police Make Robbery Arrests

OCEAN CITY - A Boardwalk pedestrian was brutally attacked on Tuesday night and robbed of the money he was carrying and the baseball hat he was wearing, police said. The incident was one of three robberies that occurred in a 12-hour span in the resort. On Tuesday, about 11:55 p.m., Ocean City Police officers were called to 22nd Street and the Boardwalk to meet with a robbery victim. The victim told officers he was walking along the Boardwalk when he was approached by four males. One of the men...READ MORE

Resort Vandalism Culprits Arrested

OCEAN CITY - Police believe they have arrested three men suspected of vandalizing more than 30 resort properties and committing as many as 100 acts of malicious destruction. Early Monday morning, June 9, Ocean City Police Officer First Class Earl Campbell and his K-9 partner Charlie responded to the area of Plover Drive in reference to suspicious activity in the area. Campbell located three male suspects tampering with a moped. Campbell was able to apprehend one person, Michael David Levin, 19,...READ MORE

Seafood Restaurant Planned For Berlin

BERLIN - The redevelopment of a former poultry plant on Old Ocean City Blvd. could include a new seafood restaurant from Crab Alley founder Jim Farlow. 'It's his goal to create an affordable and successful restaurant to serve the town of Berlin,' said Farlow's attorney, Hugh Cropper. 'It truly is more of a neighborhood restaurant.' The Berlin Planning Commission granted both preliminary and final site plan approval to the 7,150-square-foot restaurant to be built in the old Tyson chicken plant...READ MORE

Town Eyes Finance, Public Works Department Heads

BERLIN - Berlin is now seeking a finance director and a public works director, long overdue moves delayed for no clear reason. 'These are positions that are critically needed,' interim Mayor Gee Williams said Monday night. 'We've run out of time to patchwork. Those positions are budgeted.' With a number of special projects facing the town, such as the expanded and improved wastewater treatment plant, $1 million in street repairs and work on stormwater flooding, the positions need to be filled as...READ MORE

We Remember Those Who Have Passed

Lillian Teta BERLIN - Lillian Teta, age 89, a long time resident of Troy, NY, Ocean City and Gull Creek Senior Living Center in Berlin, died on Friday, June 6, 2008 at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin. Born in Baltimore, she was the daughter of the late Lee Summers Moran and Sara Kogler Moran. She was preceded in death by her first husband, William B. Halbert, Sr., and by her second husband, Nicholas R. Teta, in 1999. Teta was a graduate of Seton High School in Baltimore in 1936. After a...READ MORE

Live Bands and DJs

707 Sports Bar & Grille: 410-213-9507, 12702 Old Bridge Rd. West Ocean City; Friday, June 13:Loud Love; Every Saturday: Karaoke with Hey Mick. Assateague Island Oasis: 410-629-1492, Rt. 611; Entertainment Friday & Saturday, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Blue ox/Babe's: 410-250-6440, 127th St., Coastal Hwy.; Friday, June 13: Blake Haley; Saturday, June 14: Don Bellew; Thursday, June 19: Bill Morningstar. Buxy's Salty Dog: 410-289-0973, 28th St. & Coastal Hwy.; Friday, June 13: DJ Wood; Saturday,...READ MORE

He Took It Out And Used It

OCEAN CITY - A bizarre incident unfolded on the Boardwalk last week when a man reportedly rubbed his exposed penis on a woman's buttocks without her permission and urinated on a retail store's rack of clothes. On June 5, around 5:50 p.m., Ocean City Police Officer Shawn Beach responded to an indecent exposure report in front of the Cool Topics store on the Boardwalk. Storeowner Nitzan Lougasi pointed out Jeffrey Mark Moten, 27, of Washington, D.C., and informed Beach he had observed Moten...READ MORE

226-Pound Beauty Takes Mako Mania's Top Prize

OCEAN CITY - More than $75,000 was awarded in last week's 12th Annual Mako Mania shark tournament held at the Bahia Marina with the 'Press Time' hooking the top prize. Forty-four boats dropped lines in this tournament. Last year there were 41 vessels. Over the three days of fishing, 18 mako shark were hooked. Additionally, two thresher and 16 bluefish were caught. Captain Luke Blume and the 'Press Time' earned first place in the mako division with a 226-pound beauty, worth $38,865. The beast was...READ MORE

28th Annual Shark Tourney Underway Off OC's Coast

OCEAN CITY - The 28th Annual Ocean City Shark Tournament got underway yesterday with the first of four official fishing days, and with the action off the coast suddenly heating up, it could be one to remember. Hundreds of offshore anglers chugged out to the canyons off the coast of the resort yesterday in search of sharks of all species and sizes. The start to the offshore season has been fairly lukewarm, but the fishing should be good as usual for the annual Ocean City Shark Tournament, which...READ MORE

Decatur's Hudson Named Bayside's Top Player

BERLIN - Several Stephen Decatur varsity baseball players were honored last week as Bayside South All-Stars including senior standout Brian Hudson, who was named the conference player of the year. Hudson was the anchor of the Seahawk infield for the last few years at third base and a powerful force in the middle of the line-up at the clean-up position. He was recognized as conference player of the year for his contributions all season long and for leading the Seahawks to the third round of the...READ MORE

New Ad Campaign Shows OC Seeks To 'Stand Out'

OCEAN CITY - The oceans are evaporating, at least according to the resort's most recent ad campaign. Ocean City and advertising firm MGH rolled out the red carpet on their newest ad campaign this week, presenting a new twist on reaching potential vacationers in an effort to draw tourists to the resort in an increasingly difficult economic time. The informally named 'End of the World,' campaign officially kicked off Friday night with the online airing of the newest commercial, continuing Sunday...READ MORE

Thoughts From The Publishers Desk

I would like to know what people think of the new commercial Ocean City has created. It can be found at morefunhere.com. Send me some feedback at editor@mdcoastdispatch.com and I will recap the comments next week. I think the campaign is silly, but that seems to be precisely its intent. The tongue-in-cheek, out-of-the-box campaign has so far elicited mixed reactions. Some people applaud its creativity, while others think it's a tremendous waste of resources, $1 million specifically. Let me know...READ MORE

Affordability Should Be Next Campaign

It's refreshing to see the folks involved in the tourism industry being candid about what's happening these days in the hospitality industry, specifically on the local front. In the past, no matter what was going on in Ocean City and the economy, nobody told the truth. The idea was hide the reality and make it seem like Ocean City is busier than ever, even if it's the furthest thing from the truth. It seemed to be the universal approach. The comments at last week's Economic Development Committee...READ MORE

Voices From The Readers

Mayor Promoting OC Editor: I wanted to let you know that us New Yorkers have been seeing your Mayor Rick Meehan promoting tourism for Ocean City, Md. on our local WNBC TV station. The commercial is great and funny in a dry sense of humor kind of way. Please let your readership know that the mayor is doing your community a great service with his tourism promotions. As a result of the commercial, a group of friends and my family have made reservations to spend a week in your community in August....READ MORE

Berlin Mayor Justifies Steady Tax Rate

BERLIN - Berlin will not raise its tax rate, but some homeowners questioned whether the town is doing enough to assist property owners in a declining economy. Berlin cannot do anything to help homeowners with their property taxes, interim Mayor Gee Williams told several property owners, many from Decatur Farm, during a public hearing on the town's tax rates on Monday night. 'Your assessments are possibly going to increase,' said Berlin resident Bobbie Johnson. 'How much have you done to tighten...READ MORE

Council Hears Ocean City License Plate Proposal

OCEAN CITY - The Town of Ocean could soon be seeing its name and logo on license plates throughout the resort and across the State of Maryland, as the idea for Town of Ocean City license plates moves forward. Purchasing Director Joe Sobczak presented the City Council with the idea at Tuesday's work session at City Hall, explaining the feasibility of the project. Organizational plates are currently available through the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) for a wide variety of...READ MORE

My Thoughts

On quiet days, Insider can hear what's happening in Ocean City from his house. Although it was not particularly quiet around the homestead, thanks to a handyman neighbor installing Lord knows what, this week was one of those times as he could hear planes, jets and the like soaring in the skies. The old guy had no idea what it was until his best friend reminded him this was the week for the air show. Insider does not know much about that, and he would never go into Ocean City on a hot June...READ MORE

What's Your Sign?

ARIES (March 21 to April 19): Your creative side is enhanced by indulging yourself in as much artistic inspiration (music, art, dance, etc.) as you can fit into your schedule. Take someone special with you. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): Take a little restorative time out of your busy life. Go somewhere quiet this weekend. Or just close the door, turn on the answering machine and pretend you're away. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20): Your advice might be much in demand by family and friends this week....READ MORE

Defensive Sectors A Wise Move

BERLIN - With credit troubles roiling world markets and conventional wisdom pointing to the safety of bonds, some investors are wondering whether to stick with stocks at all •€' and if so, which ones. In such uncertain times, one trusted strategy is to invest in defensive sectors: the industries that supply the goods and services consumers need every day, even in recessions. These industries include retail drug and grocery stores, makers of essential household products and popular...READ MORE

The Worcester County Commission for Women Sponsors Annual Book Program

The Worcester County Commission for Women sponsored the annual McGuffey Bookworm Program on Monday, June 2. The Worcester County Commission for Women purchases book bags and books for summer reading for all Worcester County students in grades kindergarten through three. Students promised to read their books, take good care of them and to share them with friends. Above, Laura Black's kindergarten students are shown making that promise. Submitted Photos ...READ MORE

Ocean City Elementary School Recognized

Ocean City Elementary School was the first school in the state to achieve 100 percent proficiency in mathematics and reading, as measured by the 2007 Maryland School Assessment (MSA). The accomplishment has sparked the interest of educators across the state, as well as in the United States Department of Education (USDE). Ed Cashman, center, Region III Deputy Representative for U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings, spent June 2 with the faculty and staff to explore the school's formula...READ MORE

Temple Bat Yam

Jeff Thaler, left, presents a pewter tray from the congregation of Temple Bat Yam, a Reform Jewish Temple in Berlin, to Joyce Klein for her 13 years of service as treasurer during the annual meeting. ...READ MORE

People Joining Together For Community Causes

See who was out helping causes in the Ocean City area. ...READ MORE

A Look At Who Was Out On The Town This Week

Weekly pictures from the restaurant and bar scene around the Ocean City area.  ...READ MORE

A Week In Business

Supervisor Earns Honor WILLARDS - Atlantic/Smith, Cropper & Deeley has announced Mary Jane Wharton was named "2008 Insurance Woman of the Year" by the Insurance Women of Sussex County. She received the award for her outstanding work ethic, dedication, and devotion to the Insurance Women of Sussex County. Wharton, a Personal Lines Team Supervisor, has been with the agency For 34 years and over those years has earned the designations of CISR, and CPIW. Realtor Graduates BERLIN -...READ MORE

OCES Enjoys Field Day

Barbara Porter's first grade class at Ocean City Elementary School enjoyed the "Swamp Monster" relay during Field Day on Friday, May 30. Some of the students are pictured above in action. ...READ MORE

Snow Hill High School Salutatorian And Valedictorian Recognized

Snow Hill High School Salutatorian Matthew Freeman, left, and Valedictorian Scott Baker were recognized recently by the County Commissioners.  Freeman will be attending the University of Maryland Baltimore City (UMBC) in the fall, while Baker, who will major in engineering, will attend the University of Maryland College Park. ...READ MORE

Ocean City/Berlin Elks Drug Education Awards Presented

Presenting Ocean City/Berlin Elks Drug Education awards for essays and posters is Edward "Pete" Peterson, Fenwick Island, Scholarship Chairman, Maryland, Delaware and D.C. Elks Association. Award winners were, from left, Halie Murray-Davis, Lewes, essay winner; Rachel Berry, Bishopville, poster winner; and Grace Tunis, Berlin, poster winner. The girls attend Worcester Preparatory School. ...READ MORE

Ocean City Elementary Students Honor Their Fathers

Students in Kirsten Danisavich's fourth grade class at Ocean City Elementary School wrote Fathers' Day poems to honor their dads for Fathers' Day on Sunday. Class members are pictured above. ...READ MORE

Worcester Prep Celebrates Roman Gods and Goddesses

Alyssa Alicea, Seaford, and Sarah Smith, Salisbury created a life-size portrait of Aurora, Roman goddess of the Dawn for their 8th grade Latin class project at Worcester Prep.  They invited fellow students to get their pictures taken with Aurora on presentation day.  The presentations culminated with a feast in mock-honor of the Roman gods. ...READ MORE

Stephen Decatur High School Students Travel to Spain, France

Twenty-four students from Stephen Decatur High School had the opportunity of a lifetime to travel to Spain and France in April for 9 days of multicultural education. Above are Crisanne Schworn, Drysten Wolinski, Rebecca Bright and Elizabeth Sebastian in front of the fountain in France's Latin Quarter. ...READ MORE

Things I Like

A summer evening bonfire The salads at Panera An iced mocha from Caffe Cafe Buffalo wings with bleu cheese Golfers who still wear plaid A good old afternoon thunderstorm Movies with Davd Strathairn Sports on an HD television Making bank deposits My son in a new outfit Making a tank of gas last at least three weeks ...READ MORE