Theft Scheme Arrests

OCEAN CITY — Two local men were arrested last week on burglary charges after Ocean City police were able to connect them to a series of thefts of building materials and scrap metal over a period of about five days late last month.The OCPD Criminal Investigation Division concluded an investigation into the theft of building… Read more »

Ocean City To Start Selling Boardwalk Tram Panel Ads; Council Divided Over Revenue-Producing Initiative

Ocean City To Start Selling Boardwalk Tram Panel Ads; Council Divided Over Revenue-Producing Initiative

OCEAN CITY – A divided City Council voted this week to approve additional advertising opportunities for local and national businesses atop Boardwalk trams.According to Public Works Director Hal Adkins, the town installed in mid-August roof top, back lit, advertising panels on one of the 16 tram coaches. The installation consisted of two side panels and… Read more »

Berlin Cancels Election After Write-In Candidate Deadline Passes

Berlin Cancels Election After Write-In Candidate Deadline Passes

BERLIN — With all candidates running for the Berlin Town Council unopposed following Tuesday’s write-in candidate deadline, the town has cancelled the election and has scheduled a swearing-in ceremony.Having all three eligible seats only have a single candidate could be interpreted as apathy from residents to get involved with government but the town’s stance is… Read more »

State Pot Law Changes Today; Small Possession Not A Criminal Offense Any Longer

Shawn J. SoperNews EditorOCEAN CITY — The new state law decriminalizing simple marijuana possession takes effect today, essentially making possession of 10 grams or less akin to a traffic citation, but the jury is still out on the possible repercussions on the street level.The Maryland General Assembly’s approved legislation makes the possession of 10 grams… Read more »