OCEAN CITY — An Ocean City man was arrested on theft and other charges last weekend after State Senator Jim Mathias observed him acting suspiciously in the Teal Drive area early last Sunday morning.Around 12:30 a.m. last Sunday, Ocean City Police received a call in reference to a suspicious person spotted in the area of… Read more »
Monthly Archives: March 2013
NEW FOR WEDNESDAY: New Walk Smart Program Planned For Ocean City
OCEAN CITY – Following a sharp increase in pedestrian crashes last summer, a new Walk Smart campaign has been initiated to spread pedestrian safety awareness in Ocean City starting this summer.On Tuesday afternoon, Karen Waggoner of the Maryland Highway Safety Office came before the Mayor and City Council to request permission for projects sent forward… Read more »
A Week In Business
Businesses Partner On Diabetes CareSALISBURY — Peninsula Home Care and Apple Discount Drugs are teaming up to offer specialized diabetes services to help home care patients, often isolated due to medical issues, manage the disease and take steps to prevent other health complications prompted by the disease.“Early diagnosis is critical to successful treatment and delaying… Read more »
NEW FOR TUESDAY: No Misconduct At Fatal Accident Scene, State Probe Confirms
BERLIN — While the Berlin Fire Company (BFC) was found without fault in the transporting of an accident victim in December that ultimately died, the agency that investigated the incident did warn that “significant underlying tensions” between the company and the town of Berlin are a cause for concern.Mayor Gee Williams made it clear today… Read more »
Pine’eer Craft And Gift Shop Of Ocean Pines Reopens March 16
The Pine’eer Craft and Gift Shop of Ocean Pines will reopen for the year on March 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thereafter the shop will be open every Saturday and Sunday, with the exception of Easter Sunday. Pictured, from left, are Pine’eer Craft Club members Linda Brindley, Nancy Welsh and Midge Powell.
Dryzga, OP/OC Kiwanian Of The Month
Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City President Barbara Peletier presents “Kiwanian of the Month” honors to Carolyn Dryzga for the month of February 2013.
NAACP Installs New Officers
New officers were installed at last month’s NAACP monthly meeting. The next meeting is March 28 at 7 p.m. at the New Macedonia Baptist Church in Pocomoke. Pictured, from left, are Dr. Roxie Dennis, president; Ivory Smith Sr., 1st Vice President; Bertha Purnell, secretary; and Doreatha Davis, treasurer.
Quota Club Women And Children’s Fund Grant $3,600 To Christian Shelter
The Quota Club Women and Children’s Fund at the Community Foundation granted $3,600 to the Christian Shelter. The contribution assists in the completion of a vital addition to the Christian Shelter — family rooms to provide housing, primarily for women and children. Pictured, from left, are Erica Joseph, Program & Development Director, Community Foundation; Paula… Read more »
United Way Recognizes Worcester County Government Employees For Their Support
The United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore recently recognized Worcester County government employees for their support of the annual United Way campaign. Worcester County employees donated a generous $19,535.50 to help their neighbors on the Lower Shore. Pictured, from left, are United Way Board Member John Gaddis, United Way Donor Relations Director Pamela Gregory,… Read more »
NEW FOR TUESDAY: Judge Again Dismisses Wrongful Termination Suit Against Berlin
BERLIN — A visiting Worcester County Circuit Court judge last week dismissed for the second time a lawsuit filed by a former Berlin Fire Department supervisor against the town and its elected officials, alleging wrongful termination and calling into question the town’s authority to fire, suspend or discipline emergency services personnel. The plaintiff’s attorney said… Read more »