Ocean City Beach Patrol Captain Butch Arbin’s comments last week regarding a recent spate of vandalism to the town’s guard stands revealed an unpleasant side few know to being a lifeguard in this resort. In an interview last week on the various vandalism acts found by lifeguards in the morning, Arbin said the acts this… Read more »
Monthly Archives: August 2008
Live Bands and DJs
707 Sports Bar & Grille: 410-213-9507, 12702 Old Bridge Rd. West Ocean City; Friday, Aug. 15:TBA; 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, Aug. 15: Sean Holloran; Saturday, Aug. 16: Aaron Howell; Every Thursday: Bill Morningstar…. Read more »
We Remember Those Who Have Passed
M. Gennette Butler McCabeBERLIN – M. Gennette Butler McCabe, age 81, died Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008 at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin. Born in Ocean City, she was the daughter of the late Elton T. and Ella K. Butler. She was preceded in death by her husband, Irving McCabe, in 2005.McCabe was a charter member… Read more »
West OC Vending Machine Thief Sought
WEST OCEAN CITY – Area police this week are seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspect who broke into and burglarized vending machines at the Francis Scott Key Family Resort in West Ocean City early last Tuesday morning.Around 3:45 p.m. last Tuesday, Maryland State Police troopers responded to the Francis Scott Key on Route… Read more »
Thursday, August 14 – Ocean City Recognized For Affordability
OCEAN CITY – The Town of Ocean City has been named one of the top 10 “East Coast Family Vacations under $250” by AOL Travel. Ocean City made the list due to the combination of affordable dining, lodging, attractions and entertainment, making it possible for a family of four to enjoy Ocean City, for less… Read more »
Utility Likely To Continue Exclusive Service To Berlin
BERLIN – Eastern Shore Gas will most likely retain its gas infrastructure franchise from the town of Berlin, after the first reading of the franchise renewal resolution at Monday night’s Berlin Town Council meeting.The franchise agreement grants Eastern Shore Gas the exclusive right within Berlin’s town limits to provide propane gas through underground pipelines, as… Read more »
Town Alters Policy After Dispute Surfaces Over Damaged Meter
BERLIN – The town of Berlin will pay more of the bill when staffers determine work must be done on residential water meters, the Berlin Mayor and Council concluded Monday night.Prompted by a dispute over a bill for moving a water meter and repairing a damaged cut-off, the council will consider an official change to… Read more »
Tickets Available For Sunfest Headliners
OCEAN CITY – Ocean City celebrates the start of the fall season with four fantastic days of food, arts and crafts and live music when Sunfest 2008 shines on the resort’s Inlet lot, Thursday through Sunday, Sept. 18-21.Ocean City’s most popular festival, the 34th Annual Sunfest, will delight all ages with over 180 crafters, live… Read more »
Gibbs Family’s Reach Extends Far In Ocean City
OCEAN CITY – In the summer of 1962, Bill Gibbs spent his days working as a beach boy for the Breaker’s Hotel on 3rd Street and the Boardwalk, dreaming of a day when he would call the hotel his own and a make his vision of a restaurant become a reality. Today, Gibbs’ dream has… Read more »
My Thoughts
Insider does not drive long distances anymore. It has something to do with his age, but more to do with his vision. Add to his broken eyes the high costs to fill up the 1956 DeSota and that keeps Insider off the major roads. Instead he sticks close to home and regales in the days… Read more »