BERLIN – The avian flu responsible for rising egg prices and the increased cost of turkey in some parts of the country could hit Delmarva this fall.Mike Radebaugh, Maryland’s state veterinarian, says officials are concerned wild birds will bring the disease to the area during the fall migration. Though this strain of the virus is… Read more »
Monthly Archives: August 2015
Worcester Attorney Bloxom To Retire; County Looks To Fill Post In Near Future
SNOW HILL – After nearly 40 years of practicing law in Worcester County, first in private practice and more recently for Worcester County, Sonny Bloxom will retire at the end of the year.“There comes a time when it’s time for the younger generation to step up and take over,” Bloxom said.The Pocomoke lawyer, who has… Read more »
Proposed Berlin Youth Activity Center Seeking Loan From State To Get Project Underway
BERLIN – Town officials again voiced their support of the activity center proposed by a local businesswoman as she seeks funding help from the state.The Berlin Town Council unanimously passed a resolution in support of Carmella Solito’s plan to build a youth activity center — to feature daycare and gymnastics, among other things — on… Read more »
Awareness Campaign Launch To Spread Word On Opioid Crisis; Survey Finds 7% Of Seniors Have Tried Heroin
SNOW HILL – A new public awareness campaign is designed to target the growing number of opioid users in Worcester County.This week local health and law enforcement officials joined together to launch the “Decisions Matter” opioid awareness campaign. The effort includes television commercials, billboards and radio ads stressing the importance of good decision making.“It has… Read more »
Ocean City Chamber Announces Annual Award Winners
OCEAN CITY — The Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce announced this week its annual award winners for 2015.These recipients represent the best in the area, according to chamber officials. Submissions are made in each category through July 31, which is followed by a review by a chamber selection committee made up of two current… Read more »
OCPD Tracks Stolen Pup From West OC To Pines Home
OCEAN CITY — A puppy stolen from a foster home in West Virginia could find a safe new home in the local area after Ocean City Police were able to track the suspect to a residence in Ocean Pines and rescue the dog.The Ocean City Police Animal Control Unit recently rescued a young puppy that… Read more »
Ocean City Criminal Incidents Down 5% Through July
OCEAN CITY – The month of July continued the trend of an overall crime decrease in Ocean City, but the majority of calls for service increased across the board.At this month’s Police Commission meeting, Ocean City Police Chief Ross Buzzuro reported the month of July’s crime statistics.According to the report, July’s total calls for service,… Read more »
Adventures Of Fatherhood
Getting his little brother in trouble is something Beckett thoroughly enjoys.The problem for him is we have caught on to his antics.It’s common for Beckett, 7, to tell Carson, 5, to do something he’s not supposed to do, but he does it in a conniving way that clearly has devious intentions.For example, while sitting in… Read more »
Concerns Lead Council To Freeze Motorized Rental Licenses
OCEAN CITY – With an increase of motorized rentals on the Boardwalk, city officials have decided to place a freeze on issuing such rental licenses for the time being until town regulations are examined.The topic of hoverboard rentals on the Boardwalk was brought before the Mayor and City Council on Monday evening following the Police… Read more »
Showell Elementary Media Center Ready For Students
Getting the Showell Elementary Media Center ready for students is a big endeavor. Republican Women of Worcester County representatives joined Kate McCabe, Showell media specialist, and Rebecca Tudor, a Stephen Decatur student, with the advanced work last month. Pictured, back, are Gloria Moyer, Kate McCabe and Vera Beck; and, front, Eileen Waring, Rebecca Tudor, Hedy… Read more »