BERLIN — An Ocean Pines woman has been charged with theft and theft scheme after allegedly absconding with over $400,000 from the Worcester County Teachers Association (WCTA) over a three-year period from 2006 to 2009.Denise Inez Owens, 58, of Ocean Pines, last Friday was charged with two counts of theft over $500 and one count… Read more »
Monthly Archives: August 2012
NEW FOR TUESDAY: Heavy Fishing Day In White Marlin Open;
OCEAN CITY — After just 10 boats ventured out to face rough seas on the first day of the White Marlin Open on Monday, the action should really heat up today with 243 of the registered 253 boats out in the canyons off the coast in search of a potential million dollar fish.Less than optimal… Read more »
NEW FOR MONDAY: Wanted Armed Robbery Suspect Caught In Pa
OCEAN CITY — The fifth suspect wanted in connection with an armed robbery at a Route 50 convenience store on Friday evening was apprehended this morning in Pennsylvania after being sought all weekend by resort police.Around 8:30 a.m. this morning, Pennsylvania State Police apprehended Charles Richard Conden III, 19, of Edwardsville, Pa. Conden was nabbed… Read more »
Berlin Rules Out New Walking Path At Henry Park
BERLIN — Though the change has been anticipated for some time, the Berlin Mayor and Council officially agreed this week to drop the idea of a new walking path at Henry Park in favor of replacing the basketball courts.“We will not be pursuing a walking path anymore,” confirmed Deputy Town Administrator Mary Bohlen.Bohlen explained that… Read more »
Gambling Special Session Next Week
BERLIN — As expected, state lawmakers are heading back to Annapolis next week for a second special session on the expansion of gambling at Maryland’s existing and future casinos, including the Casino at Ocean Downs in Berlin, but exactly what is on the table remains to be seen.The General Assembly will convene next Thursday to… Read more »
Berlin Eyes Summer Road Work
BERLIN — Several streets and sidewalks in Berlin are likely to get a facelift this summer after Public Works Director Mike Gibbons briefed the Mayor and Council on his department’s short-term goals.The crux of Gibbons’ presentation Monday centered on Germantown Road and Buckingham Lane, both of which are in need of attention.“We identified these areas… Read more »
Council Poised To Talk Skateboarding
OCEAN CITY – At least a couple members of the Mayor and City Council are anxious to further discuss the town’s current skateboarding laws.A few weeks ago, a brief ban took place on the use of body boards in the ocean but that was quickly lifted when city officials realized the town code was formed… Read more »
Police Seeking Help Locating Assault Suspect
OCEAN CITY — The Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) this week is seeking the public’s help in identifying and locating a suspect wanted in connection with a series of attempted sexual assaults on female victims in the early morning hours after the bars close.The attempted sexual assaults have occurred in poorly lit, semi-secluded areas near… Read more »
Md. Asked To Probe Snow Hill Vote
SNOW HILL — Allegations of misconduct and voter suppression during last spring’s Snow Hill election have been forwarded to Maryland State Prosecutor Emmet Davitt, according to authorities.“Anything related to the recent election in Snow Hill has been forwarded onto the state prosecutor,” said Worcester County State’s Attorney Beau Oglesby.According to Oglesby, his office received requests… Read more »
Ocean City Clears Up Absentee Voting Issues
OCEAN CITY – The Mayor and City Council took some necessary action this week regarding elections in November involving absentee ballots, the time polls close and a referendum to be placed on the ballot.A couple of weeks ago, the Mayor and City Council adopted the state’s “No Excuse” policy when it comes to applying for… Read more »