If it seemed like Sunfest weekend was more crowded than usual in the resort area, it’s because it was, as the Town of Ocean City confirmed this morning the 40th Annual Sunfest was attended by 234,474 people, representing a 25% increase over last year and significantly higher than the five-year average of 175,299. Ocean City… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – City officials gathered this morning with city staff and members of the Ocean City Development Corporation (OCDC) to break ground to begin construction for the new Ocean City Beach Patrol (OCBP) headquarters.The new three-story building will be located at the corner of Talbot St. and South Philadelphia Ave., which is directly across… Read more »
Every Sunday: Morning Worship8:30 a.m., contemporary; 10 a.m., traditional, Atlantic United Methodist Church, 105 4th St., O.C. For more info, 410-289-7430.Every Sunday: Morning Worship8 a.m. & 11 a.m., Traditional Worship; 9:30 a.m., Contemporary Worship; St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, E.L.C.A, 10301 Coastal Hwy., O.C. For more info, 410-524-7474.Every Monday Through October:Historic St. Martin’s ChurchMuseum Open1-4 p.m.,… Read more »
BERLIN- Stephen Decatur’s varsity football team lost its second straight to start the season last weekend, falling, 56-41, to Queen Anne’s despite a late charge at a comeback attempt.The Seahawks narrowly lost to Indian River two weeks ago in its season opener after falling behind early and mounting a late attempt at a comeback. It… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — Residents and visitors are invited to see the skyline of Ocean City explode with color at this weekend’s Sunfest Kite Festival, which kicked off yesterday and runs through Sunday, Sept. 21 on the Boardwalk.The world-class is celebrating its 37th year. All are welcome to witness and participate in general kite flying, kite… Read more »
SNOW HILL — Continuing a trend of private businesses seeking off-sale liquor privileges in Worcester County, three separate entities attempted to upgrade their licenses this month, but only one was approved.Town Market Basket in Snow Hill was successful with both Raceway Citgo in Berlin and OC Dollar Store in Ocean City being denied upgrades by… Read more »
BERLIN- Stephen Decatur’s boys’ varsity soccer team got in the win column this week, knocking off visiting Mardela, 2-0, on Monday to improve to 1-2 on the young season.The Seahawks dropped their first two contests of the season in close fashion, falling to North Caroline on the road, 2-1, and Pocomoke on the road, also… Read more »
Health Pavilion PlannedOCEAN PINES — Peninsula Regional Medical Center (PRMC), in cooperation with Gillis Gilkerson, a Delmarva development firm, announced this week it will continue to expand and advance regional healthcare services in the Ocean Pines area.Gillis Gilkerson will break ground for a new medical complex, the Delmarva Health Pavilion Ocean Pines, on Route 589… Read more »
This week’s Atlantic Physical Therapy “Tough Guy of the Week” award went to Ernest Shockley for his strong play in a 56-41 loss to Queen Anne’s last Friday. Pictured above is Shockley (center) with Coach Bob Knox (left) and ATP President and CEO Bob Hammond along with son Matthew Hammond (right).Submitted photo
ARIES (March 21 to April 19): An offer to help with a stalled project should reassure you that you have a workable plan in spite of the problems in getting it up and running. The week’s end brings more positive news.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): A past problem about a workplace situation re-emerges early… Read more »