George William SherkOCEAN CITY — George William Sherk, age 73, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2017 in the Neurotrauma ICU of the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center.Born in Lebanon, Pa., he was the son of the late William and Elizabeth Sherk. He is survived by his wife and companion, Dolores E. Rothermel who… Read more »
Monthly Archives: March 2017
Consecration Service Held For Expanded Shepherd’s Nook And Sarah’s Pantry
On Sunday, March 19, a crowd gathered for the Consecration Service for the recently expanded Shepherd’s Nook and Sarah’s Pantry at the Community Church at Ocean Pines. The 1,700-square-foot expansion provides a private entrance for food distribution and storage, a massive clothing sorting area, second floor storage and more than double the amount of retail… Read more »
Things I Like – March 24, 2017
No traffic on a long road tripBeing able to relax on vacationA room filled with natural daylightWhen a defensive player scores in lacrosseNot checking emails on vacationSeeing kids enjoy a game of chessSounds of a recess at a schoolA post-vacation dietOld shoes that hold up wellSnorkeling with sea turtlesA finished construction project
Ocean Pines Weighing Country Club Changes
BERLIN – Concerns regarding the need for community feedback highlighted a discussion of changes planned for the Ocean Pines Association Country Club.Brett Hill, acting general manager of the association, presented plans for renovations to the second floor of the country club during a meeting of the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) board of directors Monday. Though… Read more »
New Ocean Pines Online Forum Concerns Some Board Members
BERLIN – The launch of an online forum by the Ocean Pines Association last week was met with criticism from several members of the association’s board of directors.In a meeting Monday, Ocean Pines Association (OPA) board members Dave Stevens, Cheryl Jacobs and Slobodan Trendic all voiced concerns about the new realopforum.com, which they say they… Read more »
Berlin Park Pond Sampling To Begin
BERLIN — The first step in remediating Berlin Falls Park starts on Monday with sampling of the ponds, announced Mayor Gee Williams.“We are excited to be at this stage in the development of this unique asset,” said Mayor Williams. “The ponds are a focal point of the property. This process will enable us to determine… Read more »
Health Focus Groups Next Month
SNOW HILL – Worcester County health officials and a partnering nonprofit want the community’s input on their health care system.The Maryland Rural Health Association, an organization that advocates for optimal health in rural communities, is working with the Worcester County Health Department to garner the community’s feedback in two focus groups scheduled in the remaining… Read more »
Worcester County Commissioners Proclaim March As Women’s History Month
The Worcester County Commissioners last week proclaimed March as Women’s History Month in Worcester to recognize the contributions of women to the economic, cultural and social vitality of the county. Above, County Commissioner Diana Purnell presents the proclamation to Commission for Women Chair Eloise Henry-Gordy.
Council Picks Easement Route For Upcoming Median Project
OCEAN CITY — As expected, resort officials did not agree to deed a small parcel at a prominent corner near the Roland E. Powell Convention Center to the State Highway Administration (SHA), but did agree to a permanent easement that will accomplish the goals while alleviating the concerns.Earlier this month, Public Works Director Hal Adkins… Read more »
Ashcraft Wins Fourth Place In Maryland-Delaware-DC State Association Americanism Contest
Buckingham Elementary third grader Seth Ashcraft won fourth place in the Maryland-Delaware-DC State Association Americanism Contest. The theme this year was “My Favorite American Symbol” and his poster was the American Flag.