The Marlin Club Crew of OC is a non-profit known for its annual scholarship awards but also donates to other non-profits involved with recreational fishing, safe boating and the encouragement of responsible conservation. The crew recently donated $1,000 to the Maryland Coastal Bays Program during its presentation of the annual state of the bays Coastal Bays Report Card. Presenting… Read more »
Yearly Archives: 2017
180-Plus Bills Pre-Filed With General Assembly Session Near
BERLIN — With the opening of the 2018 Maryland General Assembly now less than two weeks away, over 180 pieces of legislation of local and state importance have already been pre-filed in advance of the session.The Maryland General Assembly convenes on Jan. 10 and before the 90-day session is complete, state lawmakers will debate and… Read more »
Former Butcher Shop Owner Charged In Meat Theft Case
BERLIN – A former butcher shop owner was formally charged with theft of meat from an Ocean City grocery store last week.In August, the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) began an investigation into the alleged theft of large quantities of meat from the Acme grocery store in the resort by former Berlin Council member and… Read more »
Things I Like – December 29, 2017
Not working the day after ChristmasA snowy owl sighting while visiting AssateagueDrinking a lot of waterPulling Christmas surprises on our kidsWatching kids in ski schoolA quick dentist appointmentCoaching youth sportsLiking a new food I’ve never hadFacebook memories from past Christmas morningsA well plowed road after a snow stormA great brunch after church
Remembering An OC Treasure
There is something incredibly charming about wealthy people who are humble, kind and aware.That was always noticeable with Shirley and Brice Phillips. Their inspirational story, from operating a humble Hooper’s Island seafood processing plant to an internationally recognized company, represents Ocean City in so many positive ways. It’s the quintessential homegrown, feel good story about… Read more »
Seahawks Route Queen Anne’s, 79-55
BERLIN- Stephen Decatur’s boys’ varsity basketball team beat Queen Anne’s, 79-55, last weekend to head into the Governor’s Challenge unbeaten at 5-0.The Seahawks faced Queen Anne’s last Thursday on the road in the game that was originally supposed to be part of the annual Chesapeake Challenge at Chesapeake College. The Chesapeake Challenge pitted teams from… Read more »
Middle School Launches Home Visit Program
POCOMOKE – A new initiative is bringing teachers into the homes of their students in Pocomoke.This school year Pocomoke Middle School launched the 100 Home Visits program. It’s designed to build stronger relationships within the school community.“It’s an initiative started by Pocomoke Middle School this year to improve relationships with students, teachers and parents,” Principal… Read more »
Applications Now Accepted For National Folk Festival
SALISBURY – Applications are open for artists wishing to perform at the National Folk Festival in Salisbury next fall.From Sept. 7-9, the city of Salisbury will host its first of three National Folk Festivals downtown. The free event will feature crafts, food, continuous performances and more.To that effect, officials with the National Folk Festival are… Read more »
Stephen Decatur High School National Honor Society Presents $3,000 To Believe In Tomorrow
The Stephen Decatur High School National Honor Society has embraced the spirit of giving as it presented $3,000 to the local chapter of Believe in Tomorrow. Members raised funds by holding a raffle for local gift card packages. Since 2005, the organization has donated over $30,000 to Believe in Tomorrow. Pictured, from left, are Principal… Read more »
A Week In Business – December 29, 2017
Members of the CAR Board of Directors stand with food donations collected for the Maryland Food Bank of the Eastern Shore during the association’s 2017 Holiday Party. The drive collected 497 pounds of food and more than $450 in cash. Pictured, from left, are Director Steven Parsons, Director Grant Fritschle, President Joel Maher, Director Jeff… Read more »