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Yearly Archives: 2017
Local Artists Paint Downtown Ocean City Utility Boxes
The latest completed utility box has been painted in downtown Ocean City by local artists Jamie and Alexandra Jacobs of TC Studios. This project, sponsored by Trimper Amusements, was located at S. Division Street and S. Baltimore Avenue and highlights the famous Hershell-Spillman Carousel at Trimper Rides & Amusements. PPG Paints of 8th Street in… Read more »
Salary Increases Advised For Wicomico Elected Officials
SALISBURY – A countywide commission presented recommendations to the Wicomico County Council this week that would increase the salary of elected officials.On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Compensation and Allowance Commission presented a report to the Wicomico County Council outlining a suggested salary increase for county executive, Wicomico County sheriff and county council positions.Memo Diriker, chair… Read more »
Foals Naming Auctions Raise $3K
ASSATEAGUE — Two more foals born to the herd of wild horses on the Maryland side of Assateague Island now have new monikers after the latest series of online naming rights contests.Each year, the Assateague Island Alliance auctions the naming rights to foals born into the wild horse herd on the Maryland side of the… Read more »
10th Reindeer Run A Big Success Again
BERLIN- The 10th Annual Reindeer Run in Berlin last weekend was once again a big success with over 200 runners competing on a picture perfect early December morning.A total of 224 runners competed in the annual event, which has become a staple of the holiday season in Berlin. Proceeds from the event, sponsored by Live… Read more »
Two Sentenced In Boardwalk Armed Robbery
SNOW HILL — Two area homeless individuals, arrested in June for their roles in a knifepoint robbery on the Boardwalk in the middle of a Friday afternoon, each pleaded guilty this week and each was sentenced to time in jail.Around 3:30 p.m. on June 23, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officer responded to the… Read more »
Worcester Prep Art Students Place In Every Category Of “2017 Eastern Shore Classic Dog Show Art Contest”
Worcester Prep art students placed in every category of Grades 1-12 in the “2017 Eastern Shore Classic Dog Show Art Contest,” which connected student and canine through artistic expression. Winners were selected based on their interpretation of “Dogs, Man’s Best friend” by a panel of judges that included local artists, art educators and AKC judges. Students in… Read more »
Berlin Intermediate Students Encouraged To Dress As Twins To Celebrate Red Ribbon Week
Riley Nagler and Ella Gaddis dressed up as twins to celebrate Red Ribbon Week at Berlin Intermediate School. The students were encouraged to dress as twins to “pair up against drugs.” Red Ribbon Week is a nationwide campaign to educate students about the harmful effects of tobacco/alcohol and drug abuse.
Worcester County Finance Team Awarded Certificate Of Achievement For Excellence In Financial Reporting
The Worcester County Commissioners applauded the County finance team for being awarded the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the ninth consecutive year. Finance team members pictured include Enterprise Fund Controller Jessica Wilson, Budget Officer Kathy Whited, Budget Accountant Kim Reynolds, and Assistant Finance Officer Jennifer Swanton;… Read more »
Seahawks Open With 28th Straight Home Win
BERLIN- Stephen Decatur’s boys’ varsity basketball team cruised past visiting North Caroline, 68-51, in the season opener on Tuesday for its 28th straight win at home.The Seahawks opened the 2017-2018 campaign at home on Tuesday against North Caroline amid high expectations. Decatur reached the state championship two years ago before falling in the title game… Read more »