Teaching is a wonderful part of parenting, but I have been surprised to discover learning is also a gratifying, albeit difficult, part of it.As to be expected, a lot of time is dedicated to showing our kids how to do things, from putting a puzzle together to tricks on a trampoline to stacking blocks to… Read more »
Yearly Archives: 2011
Where To Eat
West Ocean City- Berlin Ocean Pines707 Sports bar & grille 12702 Old Bridge Road (Route 707), West Ocean City • 410-213-9507We may have changed hands, but we are still the same locally known Sports Bar in West Ocean City, and yes we are open everyday 11a.m.-2 a.m. Everything on our menu is made to order… Read more »
Thing’s To Do
Jan. 14: Crop-Til-U-Drop Event10 a.m.-6 p.m., Clarion, 101st St., O.C. To benefit the American Cancer Society. Cropping space, a Wocken-fuss apple, use of scrapbooking tools, including Cricut, computer, color printer, Sizzix and access to vendors. Cost: $25. 50/50 and raffle. For reservations or more information, 443-235-2926.Jan. 14: Holy Savior/KC BingoDoors open 6 p.m.; games begin,… Read more »
Local Recognized Among Sportswear Line’s Featured Athletes
OCEAN CITY – Local surfer Michelle Sommers has been chosen as one of Athleta’s 2011 Featured Athletes.Athleta is a women’s sportswear line. According to Athleta’s Chi Blog website, the message is “connecting women to the energy of inspiration.” The site provides tutorials, training plans and nutrition and health tips.Sommers applied to the sponsorship program through… Read more »
Scam Nearly Costs Area Business Owner Thousands
BERLIN – A prominent local businessman with deep roots in the community was nearly bilked out of hundreds of thousands of dollars this week when a suspect or suspects hacked into his email account and instructed his brokerage firm to wire the money to an unidentified account.On Tuesday, the victim, who prefers to remain anonymous… Read more »
County Planning Commission Examines Water Resources Plan
SNOW HILL – The Worcester County Planning Commission examined last week two of the four sections of the newly proposed Water Resources Element.While the commissioners were quick to praise the team responsible for drafting the element, many questioned exactly what making the document official would mean for the county.“There’s a big concern that we have… Read more »
Height To Decide If Kids Ride Free In Ocean City
OCEAN CITY – The Mayor and City Council clarified the town’s policy this week on whether children below a certain height should be allowed to ride for free on municipal buses.According to the Superintendent of Transportation, George Thornes, in the past the department has allowed children under the height of 42 inches to ride for… Read more »
Council Inks Two-Year Contract For Visitors Guide
OCEAN CITY – The Mayor and City Council changed direction and compromised on a two-year contract with the Chamber of Commerce in producing the Sea for Yourself Visitor Guide.The 2011 Sea For Yourself Visitor Guide has been completed and is available. In the past, the guide has been a combined effort between the Town of… Read more »
Ocean City Inlet Lot System Upgrade Okayed
OCEAN CITY – The Inlet Parking Lot’s pay-to-park system is facing a makeover as it has become worn down over the years.The discussion during this week’s Mayor and Council meeting centered on which direction the Public Works Department should go in upgrading the current system or changing it all together.According to Assistant Public Works Director… Read more »
OC Rescue Boat Called A Major Need
OCEAN CITY – In need of a fire rescue boat, the Ocean City Fire Department (OCFD) received approval from the Mayor and Council to move forward this week with acquisition of the vessel.According to OCFD Chief Chris Larmore, Ocean City contains 688 boat slips, 475 boat racks and 2,051 waterfront addresses. Within those addresses, 98… Read more »