OCEAN CITY — State Highway Administration (SHA) crews this week put the finishing touches on a major repair project on the Route 50 bridge in an effort to avoid a repeat of last summer’s major breakdown.“The crews are finalizing the repairs stemming from the project last month to ensure the smooth operation of the draw… Read more »
Monthly Archives: April 2015
Thousands Turn Out For Komen Race
OCEAN CITY- Thousands of runners from all over the region descended on the resort last weekend for the 4th Annual Susan Komen Maryland Race for the Cure in Ocean City, turning the downtown area into a sea of pink on Sunday morning.While thousands of individual runners and team runners competed, thousands more family, friends and… Read more »
What’s Your Sign?
ARIES (March 21 to April 19): You still might have to deal with some lingering confusion that marked a recent workplace situation. But for the most part, you should now be well on your way to your next project.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): A new commitment might demand more time than you’d expected to… Read more »
Debbie Wooten To Retire After 40-Plus Years Teaching At Buckingham Elementary School
BERLIN – Buckingham Elementary School will lose one of its best known educators with the retirement of media specialist Debbie Wooten this spring.After more than 40 years at Buckingham, Wooten, the familiar face that’s greeted generation after generation of children in the school’s library, will step down at the end of the school year.“When I… Read more »
Things To Do Around Town
Every 1st Friday:Star Charities Volunteers Meet10 a.m., Ocean Pines Library. For more information, 410-641-7667.Every Saturday:Weekly Farmers Market8 a.m.-1 p.m., White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines. Year-round featuring locally grown vegetables, fruits, eggs, honey, kettle corn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats and more. New vendors welcome. For more information, 410-641-7717.Every Saturday: Habitat ForHumanity Warehouse… Read more »
Planet Maze Eyes 20th Anniversary Party On May 2
OCEAN CITY – Planet Maze is celebrating its 20th anniversary of providing family-friendly fun for all ages in Ocean City.Planet Maze, owned by the Thaler, Albright and Gordon families, is an interactive amusement facility located on 33rd Street and Coastal Highway that offers Lost Galaxy Golf, Lasertron, a climbing wall and maze, arcade, youth and… Read more »
Berlin Mayor Outlines Goals With Budget Process Underway
BERLIN – Mayor Gee Williams urged Berlin officials to consider the town’s key goals, ranging from buying the former Tyson property to increasing parking, as they developed the coming year’s budget.At a budget work session Monday, Williams stressed the importance of continuing the town’s success with the projects identified during Berlin’s strategic planning process. Though… Read more »
Prayer Luncheon Planned To Help Berlin Fire Victims
BERLIN – A prayer luncheon to benefit the three families affected by a fire on Bay Street early this month has been set for May 2.La’Reka Marshall, a Berlin native and founder of Soulful Gospel Events, will host a luncheon at Berlin Intermediate School next Saturday to benefit the families displaced by an April 3… Read more »
Worcester Plans No Changes For Route 50 EDU Fees
SNOW HILL – Though they’re eager to see commercial development near Samuel Bowen Boulevard along Route 50 increase, local officials have agreed not to tweak area sewer costs.The Worcester County Commissioners, following a recommendation from the county’s water and sewer committee, voted this week not to adjust EDU (Equivalent Dwelling Unit) costs in the Riddle… Read more »
Ward Museum Brings Wildfowl Carving, Art Fest To OC
OCEAN CITY — Each year the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art, Salisbury University, plays host to the Ward World Championship Wildfowl Carving Competition and Art Festival, bringing talented artists from across the globe to Ocean City, allowing them to showcase their carving talent.This year’s event at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center is slated for… Read more »