How every sunset is differentWhen both my kids are asleep early on a school nightSimple sayingsBlack-and-white business cardsStress-free daysA smoothie that tastes good and is good for youCordless keyboardsThe few people who share my dislike of the beach ball towerBoat rides on warm winter daysGrocery shopping at stores I am familiar withHow every sunrise is… Read more »
Monthly Archives: March 2017
Ocean Pines Takes Over Golf Course Management
BERLIN – The Ocean Pines Association took over management duties at the community’s golf course on March 1.On Feb. 28, the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) abruptly announced that it would be managing the course itself as of March 1. Since 2015, the course had been run by Nebraska-based firm Landscapes Unlimited. In a news release… Read more »
Natural Gas Lines Extended To OC
OCEAN CITY — After miles of pipes, boring under the bay floor and a few hiccups along the way, Chesapeake Utilities Corporation officials last week announced it is now delivering natural gas to the resort.Chesapeake Utilities last Thursday announced Sandpiper Energy, its wholly-owned subsidiary, has completed the years’ long process of extending natural gas lines… Read more »
STEM Summer Applications Sought
BERLIN — Worcester County Economic Development (WCED) is now accepting applications for the 2017 STEM summer enrichment programs.These programs provide exceptional opportunities for Worcester County students ages 12-24 to explore local career paths. Applications are available online at www.chooseworcester.org/STEM and are due no later than March 31.“Our unique program continues to gain recognition for the… Read more »
Governor Taps Stamp To Lead Maryland’s Opioid Battle
OCEAN CITY — In between two weighty and emotional presentations in the local community this week on the scourge of addiction, Governor Larry Hogan this week declared a state of emergency on the growing heroin and opioid crisis in Maryland and tapped a familiar face to lead the battle.On Wednesday, Hogan signed an executive order… Read more »
We Remember Those We Have Lost – March 3, 2017
Donald I. AkerBERLIN — Donald I. Aker, age 73, of Berlin, died Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017 at Coastal Hospice At The Lake in Salisbury. Donald was born in Washington, DC and was the son of the late Robert T. and Getty (Sisk) Aker.He was employed by LTD Construction as a Foreman and was a member… Read more »
Adventures Of Fatherhood – March 3, 2017
When a flyer came home announcing a singing concert at Carson’s school, it was met with anxiety.We wrongly assumed this would just be a first grade presentation our non-verbal son would sit out. After all, he can’t sing. He can’t even mouth the words at this point in his journey due to severe apraxia.His school… Read more »
Kiwanas Builders Club Make Over 30 Blankets To Be Donated To Diakonia
These fourth, fifth and sixth graders at Berlin Intermediate School are in a community service group called the Kiwanas Builders Club, which has made over 30 blankets to be donated to Diakonia for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day gifts to residents. Pictured, from left, are Shane McDermott, Tabitha Glenn, Brooke Fitzgerald, Shemaiah Sampson, Barbara Hartman,… Read more »
Sherman The Shorebird Visits Berlin Intermediate School
Sherman the Shorebird visited Berlin Intermediate School to remind students about the “Hit the Books” contest. Each student was to read four books in order to receive tickets to an upcoming Shorebirds game. BIS Principal Tom Sites is pictured getting into the spirt with Sherman.
Ocean City Elementary School PTA Sponsors “Food Play Productions”
On Feb. 24, the Ocean City Elementary School PTA sponsored “Food Play Productions” for students in grades 1-4 at OCES. The show teaches kids how to improve their eating and physical activity habits. It was a live theater production, including juggling music, magic and audience participation. Food Play empowers kids with the skills they need to… Read more »