Stephen Decatur High School seniors Brandon Yusuf, Neah Purnell, Chloe Sass and Shane Cioccio served as the emcees during the annual pep rally celebrating the fall season. For the traditional senior walk-out, the seniors dressed in Disney themed costumes.
SNOW HILL – County officials celebrated the individuals committed to helping children find stability and loving homes by recognizing November as National Adoption Month.On Tuesday the Worcester County Commissioners issued a proclamation in honor of National Adoption Month and gave a special commendation to Lisa Jackson, the 2017 Worcester County Adoptive Parent of the Year.“I… Read more »
Dressing up for a causeWatching kite boarders in actionA weekend day with no plansSummer-like fall daysCrab cakes with a nice tartar sauceLeaving a doctor’s officeComparing my kids’ school photos from year to yearThe Christmas decoration aisles at hardware storesWhen young people show compassionJimmy FallonBeing able to fit into a T-shirt I had in high school
OCEAN CITY — A new R-1A zoning district that would essentially ban short-term rentals in Ocean City’s single-family residential communities will not be included in the revised comprehensive plan, but the issue is far from over.In the wake of growing complaints about vacation rentals in some of Ocean City’s traditional year-round single family home neighborhoods,… Read more »
SNOW HILL – A threatening post on social media. A Worcester County Sheriff’s Office investigation. A settlement. A trial board hearing.More than a year after an Instagram post alluded to a potential school shooting at Stephen Decatur High School, questions remain about the ensuing actions of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office. While details are scarce,… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — The long-awaited dune-style median fence and enhanced lighting project for Coastal Highway got underway this week with a first phase that includes removing all of the trees from the existing median.After over a year of planning, engineering and contract bidding, the State Highway Administration (SHA) project that will install a dune-style fence… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — The historic Alaska Stand on the Boardwalk at 9th Street is alive and well and will continue the same family traditions in place for generations.For over 80 years, the Givarz family has owned and operated the Alaska Stand on the Boardwalk, first at its original location at Wicomico Street and the Boardwalk… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — After considerable debate on Monday, there will be a classic vehicle event in Ocean City as planned in the spring, but a task force will decide the future of the town’s often troublesome motorized special events going forward.It was standing room only on Monday at City Hall as the Mayor and Council… Read more »
BERLIN — The Town of Berlin is asking parade participants, parents and residents to be mindful of a parade route change and new traffic patterns for this year’s Christmas parade on Thursday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m.The parade route will be reversed this year to begin at the Berlin Welcome Center and Main Street and… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — A Federalsburg man faces drunk driving and other charges after an early Sunday morning joy ride over and through the dunes for several blocks.Around 5:50 a.m. on Sunday, Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officers responded to the beach at 99th Street for a reported SUV stuck in the dunes. Upon arrival, OCPD… Read more »