WEST OCEAN CITY — Two West Ocean City men face burglary and other charges this week after allegedly breaking into the Captain’s Galley restaurant early Thanksgiving morning and swiping, among other things, 22 cases of beer, which ultimately led to their undoing.Around 6:45 a.m. last Thursday, Worcester County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the Captain’s… Read more »
Monthly Archives: December 2015
Worcester Inks Solar Power Accord
SNOW HILL – An agreement with a Virginia company on a new solar venture is expected to save Worcester County $3.7 million in energy costs during the next 20 years.The Worcester County Commissioners this week agreed to approve a negotiated Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with WGL Energy. The agreement will enable the county to purchase… Read more »
Members Of The Pine’eer Craft Club Participate In Hometown Christmas Celebration
Members of the Pine’eer Craft Club participated in the Hometown Christmas Celebration, sponsored by the Ocean Pines Association, by decorating a tree in front of their Craft & Gift Shop in White Horse Park. Pictured, from left, are Margaret Lamphier, Linda Brindley, Luz Castillo, Nancy Walsh and Janet Rosensteel.
Fire Company Outlines Need For More Berlin Funding; 225-Percent Increase Sought
BERLIN – In response to the town’s recent and projected growth, the Berlin Fire Company will be seeking a significant increase in municipal funding in the coming fiscal year.In an effort to be proactive, the Berlin Fire Company presented town officials last week with an outline of the funding request to be made during the… Read more »
First-Degree Assault Charge For Knife Threat
OCEAN CITY — An Ocean City woman faces first-degree assault and other charges after allegedly threatening to kill her boyfriend with a knife last week.Around 9:30 p.m. last Monday, an OCPD officer responded to a residence on Rusty Anchor Rd. in north Ocean City for a reported weapons violation. Police Communications advised the officer a… Read more »
Q&A With Matt James: Young OC Councilman Marks First Year In Office
OCEAN CITY — Last November, Matt James made Ocean City history, becoming the youngest person ever elected to the City Council at the ripe old age of 21.But after all the fanfare ended surrounding his historic win, James took his seat at City Hall and quietly got to work listening and learning. Like many councilmembers… Read more »
Vanishing Ocean City With Bunk Mann
The Log House was one of the most unique buildings in Ocean City for nearly 40 years. Constructed on the southwest corner of 5th Street and Philadelphia Avenue in the late 1930s, the rooming house resembled a large cottage built of “Lincoln Logs.”The Log House went through several changes of ownership and was known as… Read more »
Worcester Boys Split First Two Games
BERLIN- Worcester Prep’s boys’ varsity basketball team lost to visiting Broadwater Academy, 61-43, on Monday to even its record at 1-1 on the young season.The Mallards cruised past Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference (ESIAC) rival Gunston on the road last Friday in the season opener, but fell to Broadwater, 61-43, in the home opener on… Read more »
What Does Airbnb Popularity Mean For OC Rental Industry? Long-Term Impact Unclear, But Concerns Abound
OCEAN CITY — An online platform that enables people to rent homes, rooms and apartments with ease and without the help of a rental agent is starting to catch on in Ocean City, but not everyone is pleased about it.“They are here, and we are concerned,” said Daria Uhlig, Ocean City Vacation Rental Manager with… Read more »
Resident, Senator Recognized For Health Support
SNOW HILL – Two area residents were honored for their efforts to support health on the Eastern Shore by the Maryland Rural Health Association.The state organization named Ocean City resident Ed Montgomery Outstanding Rural Health Volunteer and recognized Sen. Jim Mathias as Outstanding Rural Health Legislator for 2015. Both men were nominated by Debbie Goeller,… Read more »