ARIES (March 21 to April 19): You might not like some people’s idea of a surprise. But you could be in for a pleasant shock when someone finally sends a reply to a request you made so long ago that you almost forgot about it.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): It’s a time to expect… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — Two years after the raid on his Ocean City business and West Ocean City home, the trial for Basel Ramadan, ringleader of a vast multi-million dollar cigarette smuggling ring who was later charged with attempted “murder for hire” from behind bars, will likely begin as early next month.In May 2013, federal officials… Read more »
Among Worcester Prep senior athletes who plan to play college sports are front, from left, Amanda Gabriel, women’s soccer at Washington College; Sophie Brennan, women’s lacrosse at Furman University; Maura Smith, women’s lacrosse at Franklin and Marshall College; and Caroline Lindsey, women’s lacrosse at Arizona State University; second row, Tatjana Kondraschow, women’s tennis, Virginia Tech;… Read more »
Neurosurgeon and author Dr. Ben Carson congratulates Worcester Preparatory School junior Ryan Murphy on his selection as a 2015 Carson Scholar. The Carson Scholars program was created to reward gifted students who excel in the academics and community service.
SNOW HILL – In an effort to soften the impact on local taxpayers, county officials are planning to combine a property tax increase with an income tax increase to balance the budget.Though the Worcester County Commissioners originally advertised for a 15.7 cent property tax increase, on Wednesday they agreed to base the coming year’s budget… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – Worcester County and the Town of Ocean City simultaneously approved this week sending a letter of intent asking for assistance to improve channel depth in order to keep commercial fishing and recreational activity thriving in the Ocean City area.On April 21, a meeting, arranged by Delegate Mary Beth Carozza (District 38C), was… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — After helping to shepherd the Maryland Coastal Bays Program through its most prolific times, MCBP Executive Director Dave Wilson last week announced he was stepping down after 18 years with the program.“It’s time to hand the reins to some fresh blood,” Wilson announced last Friday. “I think we accomplished a lot and… Read more »
BERLIN – Members of the graduating class at Pocomoke High School shared their future plans with the community during a first-of-its-kind ceremony.The school hosted its inaugural Intent Night May 19 to celebrate the post-graduation plans of its senior class. Students walked down a red carpet sporting gear from their intended university or training program as… Read more »
OCEAN CITY- The Ocean City Recreation and Parks Department is again offering a summer adult men’s outdoor soccer league.As in years past, the league is expected to be competitive with highly skilled players participating. League play will be on Mondays and Wednesdays with game start times on the hour from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m…. Read more »
BERLIN- Stephen Decatur’s varsity track teams turned in several strong performances in the state 3A South regional meet last week including a continued dominance in the pole vaulting events and another regional championship in the girls’ high jump.Decatur as always produced champions in the pole vault and this year was no different. On the girls’… Read more »