OCEAN CITY — Ocean City’s procurement department got another nice feather in its well-adorned cap this week with a national award, becoming only the fourth in the state and first on the Eastern Shore to earn the distinction.The procurement department, headed by manager Catrice Parsons and her staff, is responsible for working with the other… Read more »
Monthly Archives: November 2017
Fenwick Island Approves Town Seal Design
FENWICK ISLAND – The Town of Fenwick Island has a new town seal.Last Friday, the Fenwick Island Town Council unanimously approved a new official town seal.Town Manager Terry Tieman told the council Fenwick Island had used various seals throughout the years.She explained the town’s official seal, a brown insignia featuring a fish and the town’s… Read more »
Students Work With Aquarium Planting Trees
BERLIN – A partnership between Stephen Decatur Middle School and the National Aquarium is boosting the population of a vulnerable local tree species.More than 80 seventh-graders at Stephen Decatur Middle School (SDMS) spent last week preparing a makeshift pond and filling it with pots of Atlantic white cedar trees. They’ll spend the next several months… Read more »
Survey Will Gauge Community Wants For Future Visitor Center
SNOW HILL – A survey will be used to develop a visitor center and outdoor areas at the Lower Shore Land Trust property in Snow Hill.In 2016, the Lower Shore Land Trust (LSLT) purchased a riverfront building in Snow Hill adjacent to Sturgis Park.In its mission to preserve rural lands, promote vibrant towns and build… Read more »
Pines Weighs Strategic Plan Over Comp Plan
BERLIN – Instead of the traditional comprehensive plan, the Ocean Pines Association could move toward use of a strategic plan based on recommendations from an advisory committee.Last week Frank Daly, chairman of the Ocean Pines Association Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee, told members of the board a strategic plan would suit the community better than a… Read more »
Cops And Courts – November 3, 2017
One Injured In Fiery CrashBERLIN — One person was injured in a fiery three-vehicle crash involving a combine farm vehicle on westbound Route 50 near Route 90 last week.Around 9:45 p.m. last Thursday, Maryland State Police troopers responded to a reported vehicle collision on westbound Route 50 near Route 90. The investigation revealed a 2001… Read more »
SD High Holds 2nd Annual Seahawk Application Week
Stephen Decatur High School recently held its 2nd Annual Seahawk Application Week, which included college visits, career and military counseling, financial advice, writing center tutorials and on-site acceptances. Over 200 seniors participated in the various services and 20 students received on-site college acceptances. Above, senior Michael Scott receives his acceptance from Sammy the Seagull.
Caine Woods Community Association Holds Annual Crab Feast Fund-raiser At Higgins Crab House
The Caine Woods Community Association in Ocean City held its ninth annual crab feast fund-raiser at Higgins Crab House North in Ocean City on Saturday, Sept. 23. Close to 300 attendees enjoyed crabs, fried chicken and more. The association thanks the following local businesses and individuals who contributed items for its raffles and gifts: Higgins… Read more »
Things I Like – November 3, 2017
When a pleasant surprise comes in the mailThis year’s World SeriesParents at the post office sending goodie bags to their kids in collegesAn act of compassion from my childThat I didn’t snow here this weekTrying different kinds of Acai bowlsBuilding up credit card reward pointsLeaving the dentist after a cleaningOperation Christmas ChildWell-organized youth sports tournamentsFried… Read more »
Worcester Prep School Students Classes Of 2017 And 2018 Capture National AP Scholar And 34 Advanced Placement Honors From College Board
Worcester Preparatory School students in the Classes of 2017 and 2018 captured one National AP Scholar and 34 Advanced Placement Honors from the College Board. The National AP Scholar was Sambina Anthony, who graduated in May and also received the AP Scholar with Distinction. AP Scholars with Distinction were Sambina Anthony ’17, Anchita Batra ’18,… Read more »