OCEAN CITY — A two-state, high-speed chase ended in Ocean City Wednesday with police having to use a Taser multiple times to subdue the combative suspect, who now faces approximately 30 traffic and criminal charges.At approximately 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, the Sussex County, Del. Communications Center alerted the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) that Del. authorities… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — A two-state, high-speed chase ended in Ocean City Wednesday with police having to use a Taser multiple times to subdue the combative suspect, who now faces approximately 30 traffic and criminal charges.At approximately 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, the Sussex County, Del. Communications Center alerted the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) that Del. authorities… Read more »
Ocean City Councilwoman Mary Knight ventured into the proverbial lion’s den this week when she attended the Ocean City Taxpayers for Social Justice’s town hall meeting, which was attended by about 40 people.“My goal was to be there to help people understand what is really going on in the city. The meeting was eye opening…. Read more »
The “local papers” were in the crosshairs this week, first at a community group’s gathering and then at the Ocean City Mayor and Council meeting.This may come as a surprise, but we embrace all feedback, and negative commentaries far outnumber the compliments. However, we also relish the opportunity afforded to us here to defend ourselves… Read more »
Reputation At Risk Editor: (The following letter was addressed to Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan.)On July 12, 2013, I submitted a letter to your attention, and my closing statement was an indirect question, which stated, “At this time, as voters and permanent residents, we would like to know what actions you are taking to address… Read more »
BERLIN – The local community lost a giant this week with the passing of Steve Falck, a surfer, coach, businessman, father, husband and perhaps, most importantly, a shining example of how to handle adversity with dignity, class and grace.Falck, 64, died peacefully at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury last Sunday after a lengthy… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – A 16th century replica of the Spanish Navy tall ship the Nao Victoria Galeon will be arriving in Ocean City in late August offering tours and exhibits of its history.Last week the Ocean City Recreation and Parks Commission was presented with a private event application from Bryan Lilley of National Air, Sea… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – A 16th century replica of the Spanish Navy tall ship the Nao Victoria Galeon will be arriving in Ocean City in late August offering tours and exhibits of its history.Last week the Ocean City Recreation and Parks Commission was presented with a private event application from Bryan Lilley of National Air, Sea… Read more »
SALISBURY — A former Ocean City Police officer and Worcester County Sheriff candidate was charged with assault weapons violations this week after a joint investigation by law enforcement in Worcester and Wicomico counties allegedly connected him to an attempted illegal sale of an AK-47 in Salisbury.In late June, investigators from the Wicomico County Narcotics Task… Read more »
BERLIN — Serving as a West Ocean City landmark since the 1940’s, the independently-owned Alamo Motel offers a unique experience that larger hotel chains cannot duplicate, according to owner Roscoe Nelson.Built in 1945 by World War II “Flying Tiger” pilot Bill Weaver, the Alamo’s design was inspired by the more famous building of the same… Read more »