OCEAN CITY – The resort’s police department saw increases in activity across the board in the month of May, however the total number of crime incident in Ocean City so far this year remains lower than the previous year.At Friday’s Police Commission meeting, Police Chief Ross Buzzuro reported May’s total calls for service, including traffic… Read more »
Monthly Archives: June 2014
DiNardo Named U.S. Lacrosse All American
BERLIN- Worcester Prep girls’ varsity lacrosse standout Lilly DiNardo, bound for the University of Virginia this fall, was named last week to the prestigious U.S. Lacrosse First Team All American, becoming the only player on the Eastern Shore to receive the honor.DiNardo, a three-sport standout that also played soccer and basketball at Worcester Prep, captained… Read more »
Things I Like
Monday morning reflections on the weekendWhen my wife buys me clothesWatching the Air Show in the oceanThe 15 minutes my sons and I sat in our beach chairs talking on Father’s DayA boat with a built-in barCarryout for dinner after a beach dayConsumer Reports magazineHow popular the new ‘Thing I Miss’ column has beenChunky chicken… Read more »
OC Elementary Students Meet U.S. Air Force Thunderbird Pilots
After finishing their last day of school at Ocean City Elementary School, students Megan Wheeler, Bailey Pusey and Danielle Consigli met three U.S. Air Force Thunderbird pilots at Chick-Fil-A.
Berlin Lions Club Makes Donations To Berlin Fire Department And EMS
At its regular meeting on June 5, the Berlin Lions Club made donations to the Berlin Fire Department and Berlin EMS service. On hand to receive a $1,000 donation was Berlin Fire Chief David Lewis and Berlin Fire Department President David Fitzgerald. Berlin EMS Captain Nancy Powell accepted a $500 donation for the ambulance service…. Read more »
Worcester Ups Landfill Permit Fees, Eyes New Surcharge
SNOW HILL — Acknowledging that it is only a temporary fix, the Worcester County Commissioners approved an increase in permit fees for homeowners to dump in the county landfill.The county will also be implementing a less traditional Pay As You Throw (PAYT) pilot program next year. Even with the increased fees, however, the county is… Read more »
School, Dodge Event Raises $1,400
BERLIN — Stephen Decatur High School students and families participated in a Dodge Booster Club Fundraiser on June 7 and raised $1,400.During the fundraiser, organized by Barrett Dodge Chrysler Jeep and held in conjunction with the band booster event, the Dodge brand contributed $20 for each test drive in a new 2014 Dodge Durango, Journey,… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk
People are different now, and it has a lot to do with the varying value system learned through life. Over the last several summers, there have been a lot of private discussions about the changing socio-economic profile of Ocean City visitors. It’s concerning to many business owners, residents and secondary homeowners.I have been spending a… Read more »
Summer Brings New Walk On Water Offerings
OCEAN CITY — Nature lovers, fitness enthusiasts and athletes will all find something worthwhile at Walk On Water in West Ocean City.Specializing in Standup Paddle Boarding (SUP), Walk On Water has expanded its operation this summer through a partnership with K-Coast Surf Shop. Additionally, it has added outrigger canoe runs for those looking for an… Read more »
‘Co-Teaching’ Concept Featured In Special Ed Plan
SNOW HILL — With the implementation of the national Common Core Curriculum (CCC) underway, Worcester County Public Schools (WCPS) have been working to evolve their special education program to keep pace with changing education standards.The intent is to blend together special education and general education in a way that leaves all students prepared for life… Read more »