Open Houses Of The Week – November 18, 2016

Nov 17,2016 by DispatchAdmin

MILLVILLEBishop’s Landing25513 Fox Point LnDaily 10-6New Community5 Minutes to Beach3-5BR Villas & HomesLots of AmenitiesBeazer Homes302-235-3024OCEAN CITYThe Gateway GrandOceanfront 48th StreetDaily 10-5Fully Furnished3-4BR/3BACondos & PenthousesMark Fritschle Group/Condominium Realty877-260-2710OCEAN CITYJamaica IV #302104 56th StreetSat 2-42BR/2BA CondoDirect Bayfront Lauren BuntingBunting Realty, Inc.410-422-9899WEST OCEAN CITYSeaside VillageGolf Course RoadTues-Sun 10-6New Construction3BR/3.5BATown HomesLennar Homes302-540-0309OCEAN CITYSunburst Townhouse1600 Philadelphia AveFri-Sun 12-33BR TownhousesJon… Read more »

Pine’eer Club Sponsors “Autumn Blessing” Foam Pumpkins For Berlin Senior Center Clients To Decorate

Nov 17,2016 by DispatchAdmin

The clients at the Berlin Senior Center decorated foam pumpkins with the caption “Autumn Blessing” printed on them. They added leaves, acorns and scarecrow embellishments to complete a decoration that will last through the fall season. The crafts were sponsored by the Pine’eer Craft Club of Ocean Pines.

Du-All Service Company And Rommel’s Ace Hardware Team Up To Donate Toys To Toys For Tots

Nov 17,2016 by DispatchAdmin

Jim Karl from Du-All Service Company has teamed up with Rommel’s Ace Hardware to donate toys to the local Toys For Tots. Unwrapped toys may be dropped off at the 47th Street and 94th Street BB&T locations in Ocean City. Pictured, from left, are Richard Hyson from the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots, Conner… Read more »

Things I Like – November 18, 2016

Nov 17,2016 by DispatchAdmin

SNL’s silly political skitsA new vehicle’s quick defrostRisotto any anythingWhen election results are surprisingFootball games with lots of lead changesAn old song that brings back a memoryIgnoring the local blogsWedding anniversariesThe first night back in my own bed after time awayGood SamaritansA good night’s sleep in a hotel

Solutions Eyed For Downtown OC Intersection

Nov 17,2016 by Shawn Soper

OCEAN CITY — At the request of the Mayor and Council, State Highway Administration (SHA) officials continue to explore ways to correct a troublesome intersection in the downtown area with poor sight lines for motorists, but a solution remains challenging.The Mayor and Council on Tuesday met with SHA officials for a briefing of numerous projects… Read more »

Berlin Adds Fall ‘Throw Down’ Event To Annual Calendar

Nov 17,2016 by Charlene Sharpe

BERLIN – In an effort to bring more visitors to town, Berlin has added a new fall event to its schedule for 2017.Along with longtime staples such as the bathtub races and Berlin Fiddlers Convention, at the request of the Atlantic Hotel’s John Fager the town’s calendar for the coming year will include the “Small… Read more »

Sewer Service Extension OK’d For Campground To Grow

Nov 17,2016 by Charlene Sharpe

SNOW HILL – At the request of Frontier Town, the Worcester County Commissioners this week agreed to extend sewer service down Route 611 to the campground.Following a public hearing Tuesday, the commissioners voted unanimously to approve extending the Mystic Harbour Sanitary Service Area to include Frontier Town and the properties across the road from it…. Read more »

FEMA’s Adjustment Of Flood Zone Maps Called ‘Critical Win For Ocean City’

Nov 17,2016 by Shawn Soper

OCEAN CITY — Many resort oceanfront property owners could be getting a kick-back on exorbitant flood insurance premiums after a federal agency agreed there were flaws in the mapping of Ocean City’s most vulnerable areas.Ocean City officials learned last week FEMA had agreed to adjust the maps after reviewing the Letter of Map Revision (LOMR),… Read more »

Cops And Courts – November 18, 2016

Nov 17,2016 by Shawn Soper

First-Degree Assault Charge For Knife ThreatOCEAN CITY — An Ocean City man was arrested on first-degree assault and other charges last weekend after allegedly threatening a female victim with a knife.Around 7:45 p.m. last Saturday, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officer responded to a residence on Colonial Avenue for a reported assault that had… Read more »

OC Elementary School Holds 3rd Annual Heavenly Hats Spirit Day

Nov 17,2016 by DispatchAdmin

Ocean City Elementary School held its 3rd Annual Heavenly Hats Spirit Day on Thursday, Oct. 20. For just a $1 donation, each student had the privilege of wearing his or her favorite hat to school to positively impact the lives of those facing cancer. OCES raised $532 for the cause. Pictured are students Carrie Deem… Read more »