Response To StoryEditor:While I have in the past enjoyed Staff Writer Charlene Sharpe’s work, I protest her unbalanced, inadequately researched article, “What Has Led to Campground Popularity Trend?” dated online Dec. 29.Ms. Sharpe states (without attribution) that opponents of the proposed new RV campgrounds “are not considering … why campgrounds … are so popular.”On the… Read more »
The Worcester County Commissioners had four options before them this week when it came to settling an ongoing tax dispute over duplicated services provided by the Town of Ocean City.Although the subject can be difficult to grasp for non-government types, the easiest way to understand it is Ocean City property owners, through their property tax,… Read more »
SALISBURY – Ten schools in Worcester and Wicomico counties received grant funding from the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore (CFES) in November to support innovative and educational programs.CFES President Erica Joseph said the schools received nearly $60,000 in Education Award Grants to fully or partially fund its curriculum.“It is one of our programs that… Read more »
At least one of my predictions made last week for this year has already turned out to be wrong. I forecasted last week that the Ocean City median fence project would be plagued by delays and not be ready until the Fourth of July weekend rather than the planned Memorial Day completion date.After word came… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — Ocean City Fire Department Captain Trevor Steedman has retired from his position after serving the resort for nearly three decades to become the new fire chief in Palm Beach Shores, Fla.Steedman began his career in the fire service in 1987 as a cadet firefighter in Ocean City. After nearly three decades in… Read more »
BERLIN – The Worcester County Warriors Against Opiate Addiction will host a training session Saturday for a new program that will offer a window of opportunity for those in crisis situations.The program, entitled Warrior Angel, will offer addicts or their family members a phone number to contact a volunteer mentor, who will provide resources to… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — After debating procedural issues, resort officials this week approved on first reading the purchase of a downtown property that could ultimately be used as a new staging area for the Boardwalk tram.The agenda for Tuesday’s Mayor and Council meeting included a first reading for an ordinance authorizing the purchase of a handful… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — The final tallies for Winterfest of Lights were released this week revealing, as expected, the 2016 numbers fell short of last year’s record-shattering season, but came in almost identical to the prior record in 2014.Ocean City’s Winterfest of Lights wrapped up its 24th year last weekend with fireworks displays on New Year’s… Read more »
28th Street Pit and Pub410-289-202028th St. & Coastal Hwy.Every Thursday:Locals’ Night With DJ BKFriday, Jan. 6:Jack & T, 6-10 p.m.Saturday, Jan. 7:Smooth & Remy, 6-10 p.m.Adolfo’s410-289-400113th St. & The Boardwalk,In The Beach Plaza HotelSaturday, Jan. 7:TBAAtlantic Hotel410-641-35892 North Main St., BerlinEvery Monday:Earl Beardsleywith Steve Harvey on saxEvery Tuesday:Bob Miller On The PianoFriday, Jan. 6:Frankie MoranBuxy’s… Read more »
Jan. 6: Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department CASH BingoDoors open at 5 p.m.; early bird games begin at 5:45 p.m.; 20 regular games ($125), two specials ($200 value), jackpot and 50/50. Food and beverage available for purchase. Main fire station. 443-880-6966.Jan. 6: Star Charities Monthly Meeting10 a.m. Ocean Pines branch library. Anyone interested in joining the all-volunteer… Read more »