ASSATEAGUE — The clock is ticking on a unique opportunity to name one of the four new foals born on Assateague this year with an online auction set to expire on Monday.Each year, the Assateague Island Alliance (AIA) auctions the naming rights to a foal born into the wild horse herd on the Maryland side… Read more »
Monthly Archives: October 2017
Performers Announced For The Launch Education Benefit
OCEAN CITY — The Ocean City Performing Arts Center doors will open at 6 p.m. for the premiere of “The Launch|Faces of the Moon” on Saturday, Nov. 3. The evening’s Playbill showcases amazing talent from all corners of Worcester County.The event will feature all genre of performing artists.We’ve put together a wonderful cast of performers… Read more »
Wicomico Prosecutor Files For Worcester State’s Attorney
OCEAN CITY — Wicomico County prosecutor Kristin Heiser is the first official candidate for Worcester County State’s Attorney with this week’s campaign launch.Heiser, a former Worcester County prosecutor who, for the last six years has held the same position in Wicomico County, formally filed for Worcester County State’s Attorney last week. However, Heiser held a… Read more »
Hometown Hero Banners Presented
OCEAN CITY — The Hometown Heroes banners honoring U.S. active duty members and veterans on the Boardwalk were presented to honorees or family members last weekend in a ceremony even more poignant than usual because of those who passed recently.In 2014, the Ocean City Elks Lodge 2645 launched the first Hometown Heroes military banner program… Read more »
Incumbent State’s Attorney Clarifies Future Intentions
SNOW HILL — Worcester County State’s Attorney Beau Oglesby this week announced he will seek re-election and has a plan in place should he be appointed by a Circuit Court judge.Last week, Oglesby was nominated as one of five candidates to fill two Worcester County Circuit Court judicial vacancies along with Mary Margaret “Peggy” Kent,… Read more »
Special Events Planned For Decatur Middle’s 20th Anniversary
BERLIN – Officials at Stephen Decatur Middle School will celebrate the school’s 20th anniversary next week with an open house to showcase students’ work and achievements.On Nov. 2, Stephen Decatur Middle School (SDMS) will open its doors to the public from 5:30-7 p.m. for a 20th anniversary celebration.Lynne Barton, principal at SDMS, said the event… Read more »
OC Elementary Holds First Annual Pajama Drive
Ocean City Elementary School is holding its first annual Pajama Drive through Nov. 3. Students are encouraged to bring in a brand new pair of pajamas to donate to the Pajama Program, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides new, warm pajamas and books to children in need. All pajamas collected at OCES will be donated to… Read more »
What’s Your Sign? October 27, 2017
ARIES (March 21 to April 19): This is a good time to speak out on a difficult situation. You’re known for your honesty, so people will listen and, perhaps, begin to make long-needed changes.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): The Bovine’s sharp business sense alerts you to question the positions of those trying to push… Read more »
Berlin Hears Update On Stormwater Improvement Efforts
BERLIN – While residents will still see some flooding, water should be receding faster thanks to recent stormwater projects in Berlin.On Monday, Darl Kolar of EA Engineering Science and Technology Inc. provided municipal officials with an update of stormwater improvements in Berlin. Mayor Gee Williams encouraged Kolar to describe recent work as well as future… Read more »
Foundation Awards $89K In Area Grants
SALISBURY – The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore has awarded more than $89,000 in needs grants to 21 nonprofit programs.The Community Needs Grant Program, awarded twice each year, gives nonprofits a $5,000 maximum award.Erica Joseph, president of CFES, said the foundation’s goal is to help various local nonprofits. This year, CFES distributed grants to… Read more »