NEWARK — Oak Contracting, LLC recently presented a $10,000 donation to the Worcester County Education Foundation (WCEF).With a strong belief in the value of great education, Oak Contracting has a history of supporting organizations and foundations focused on “best education practices.”“I feel strongly about improving the educational experience for local students, particularly those in need. … Read more »
OCEAN CITY- The Ocean City Marlin Club regained the Challenge Cup last weekend, ending a run by the Cape May Marlin and Tuna Club in the tournament last Saturday shortened to a one-day event by rough offshore conditions.The 38th Charles Kratz and Scott Smith Challenge Cup, pitting boats and teams of anglers from each club… Read more »
First grade students in Rebecca Fetters’ class at Seaside Christian Academy are pictured during the first week of school.
BERLIN – Selection committee members of the Worcester County Solar Co-op have chosen Sustainable Energy Systems to be the group’s solar panel installer.Members of the co-op’s selection committee worked with Maryland Solar United Neighborhoods (MD SUN) to send proposal requests to panel installers in the area.The Frederick, Md.-based business went against seven other installation companies… Read more »
BERLIN – The Atlantic General Hospital Foundation was recently presented a check for $5,000 from the Ocean City/Berlin Rotary Club in support of Atlantic General Hospital’s Campaign for the Future.The funds raised during the “Atlantic General Campaign for the Future” will allow Atlantic General Hospital to complete $35 million in capital projects planned under the… Read more »
BERLIN- Stephen Decatur’s varsity golf team outlasted the field and rainy conditions to win the match at Glen Riddle on Tuesday and gain a little much needed separation from rival Bennett.The Seahawks shot a team-low score of 164 in a steady drizzle at Glen Riddle on Tuesday, while second-place Bennett finished with a team score… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — The grand spectacle of offshore powerboat racing returns to Ocean City in early October and this time race enthusiasts will have the opportunity to view the powerful boats up close and personal with a handful participating in the annual Endless Summer Cruisin’ parade on the Boardwalk.Offshore powerboat racing has been a staple… Read more »
The Kiwanis Dawg Team provided hot dogs, pastries and drinks for the Sept. 10 Truck Show at the Ocean Pines War Memorial Park. In addition to the good eats, the kids enjoyed honking the truck horns and emergency vehicle sirens. Pictured, from left, are volunteers Pat Winkelmayer, Joe Beall, Barb Peletier, Candy Foreman and Dick… Read more »
Executive Board and supporters of Germantown School Community Heritage Center in Berlin enjoyed fellowship and a picnic on Sept. 17. Built in 1922, the single-story schoolhouse educated African-American students prior to integration of Worcester County Schools.
OCEAN CITY — After the Ocean City Mayor and Council passed an emergency ordinance banning an increasingly popular type of shark fishing from the beach, Ocean City police have yet to issue a citation for a violation of the new law.In response to citizen complaints and concerns, the Mayor and Council in mid-August passed an… Read more »