OCEAN CITY — The presence of the Legionella, a bacteria that can cause a type of pneumonia called Legionnaire’s Disease, has been detected at a north-end Ocean City condominium, marking the second time in less than a year the illness has surfaced at a resort lodging facility.Two people, both of whom visited Ocean City and… Read more »
Monthly Archives: June 2012
Bob Dylan Returning To Salisbury
SALISBURY – Bob Dylan has announced he will return to The Wicomico Youth & Civic Center in Salisbury on Thursday, Aug. 30. Tickets for the 7:30 p.m. show go on sale Friday, June 29. Dylan, who has not performed on the Eastern Shore since 2000 and previously in 1994, is a Rock and Roll Hall of… Read more »
Berlin’s Downtown Offers Free WiFi Service
BERLIN — There’s something in the air in Berlin this summer. It’s not love; it’s free wireless Internet.“After receiving a number of requests from visitors, the Berlin Council authorized the installation of Wi-Fi and Tim Lawrence, Berlin’s Electric Utility Director, facilitated the addition of the necessary equipment to provide this service,” said Mayor Gee Williams…. Read more »
Area Arts Council Awards 12 Grants, Eight Scholarships
BERLIN — The Worcester County Arts Council has awarded $14,750 in Community Arts Development Grants program to 12 art projects and events to be presented by local nonprofit arts organizations during the six-month granting cycle beginning July 1.Grants were awarded to Art League of Ocean City, various art exhibits; Berlin Heritage Foundation, Berlin Peach Festival;… Read more »
New Offerings Planned For First Friday In Snow Hill
SNOW HILL — Don’t miss the opportunity to extend your 4th of July celebration on Friday, July 6, with Arts on the River First Friday in Snow Hill.Snow Hill merchants and gallery owners in downtown will stay open until 8 p.m. to welcome visitors. Enjoy the island sounds of steel drums being played by Augie DiGiovanni in addition to special discounts,… Read more »
No Legislative Vote Needed For Resort To Merge Elections
OCEAN CITY – A state of confusion arose this week when a supposed state regulation almost put a stop to Ocean City’s attempts to consolidate its municipal elections with national Election Day.Early this week, a letter from City Solicitor Guy Ayres had circulated among the Mayor and City Council answering a list of questions regarding… Read more »
PRMC To Host Cancer Art Exhibition Next Month
SALISBURY — Lilly Oncology On Canvas, an art exhibition honoring the physical and emotional journeys people face when confronted by a cancer diagnosis, will be on display at Peninsula Regional Medical Center’s Richard A. Henson Cancer Institute during the month of July.This free public exhibit, which is touring communities nationwide, will showcase more than 50… Read more »
Salisbury, County Meet On Enterprise Zones
SALISBURY – City officials last week met with the Wicomico County Council to discuss the renewal of Enterprise Zones in the area.According to Assistant City Administrator Lore Chambers of Salisbury, the Salisbury/Wicomico Enterprise Zone Designation expires on Dec. 14, 2012, and there is only one reapplication oppurtunity left, Oct. 15. The City Council and County… Read more »
Museum’s Free Weekly Programs Start Next Week
OCEAN CITY — Families looking for a free, enjoyable morning activity in Ocean City can head to the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum. Nestled on the Boardwalk by the Inlet, the museum offers free programs six mornings a week, with topics ranging from knot tying to “All About Sharks.” Programs take place from July 2… Read more »
Teens Rescued In Inlet By Coast Guard
OCEAN CITY — Two teenage boys were rescued by the Coast Guard in the Inlet on Monday evening after the personal watercraft they were riding capsized during a sudden storm.Around 6:30 p.m. on Monday, two 17-year-old boys were riding personal watercraft in the bay near the Inlet when the last of several severe storms throughout… Read more »