BERLIN- The 36th Annual Governor’s Challenge holiday basketball tournament gets underway next Tuesday with early first-round games featuring local teams.The Governor’s Challenge, long a staple on the local holiday basketball tournament scene, has steadily grown to become the largest high school tournament on the east coast. Starting Tuesday and running through December 30, the tournament… Read more »
Yearly Archives: 2017
Decatur Wrestlers Rout Wicomico, 74-6
BERLIN- Stephen Decatur’s varsity wrestling team last week routed visiting Wicomico, 74-6, to improve to 2-0 in regular season matches on the early season.The Seahawks beat Mardela, 72-12, in their opener, followed by a resounding 74-6 win over Bayside South rival Wicomico last week. Sandwiched in between was a strong second-place finish in the prestigious… Read more »
Vanishing Ocean City With Bunk Mann – December 22, 2017
The Gordy Hall Motel Apartments were located on the bayside at 45th Street and Beach Highway from 1949 to the early 1970s. They took their name from owners Harold and Betty Gordy and Robert and Peg Hall and were known for their relaxed atmosphere and hospitality.The center building had been the old Brass Rail bar… Read more »
Walk Challenge Eyes New Record
SNOW HILL – A national walking campaign is expected to engage Worcester County residents.Beginning Jan. 1, 2018 and running through April 8, the Worcester County Health Department will take part in the second annual 1 Billion Steps Challenge, a public initiative through the American Public Health Association that promotes broader health efforts and encourages active… Read more »
Local Authorities Probe Fatal Accident On Route 113
BERLIN – Authorities continue to investigate a fatal accident on Route 113 last Sunday night that claimed the life of a local woman and are still looking for a witness to the collision.Around 10:20 p.m. last Sunday, Berlin police responded to a reported motor vehicle collision at Routes 113 and 376, or Bay Street. The… Read more »
Things I Like – December 22, 2017
Wings and football on SundayHandmade ornaments by my kidsNFL games on SaturdayA nativity scene outside a churchMy new Sonos sound systemHow easy professional basketball players make it lookHot chocolate with marshmallowsNo-coat December daysMemorable pieces of adviceThe crowds in Berlin this time of yearHitting Winterfest every year
OC Beach Replenishment Project Wraps Up Early
OCEAN CITY — The latest round of beach replenishment in Ocean City wrapped up last week ahead of schedule with a project characterized as one of the “smoothest” ever in the resort.The beach replenishment project, which ultimately pumped an estimated 883,000 cubic yards of sand onto the resort’s beaches from offshore sources, began in early… Read more »
Detention Center Grant Eyed For Treatment Groups
SALISBURY – A $78,000 grant is expected to fund treatment group meetings at the Wicomico County Detention Center.On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Council approved a request from the detention center to accept a $78,000 grant from the Governor’s Office of Crime Control and Prevention (GOCCP) Byrne-Justice Assistance Grant Program.George Kaloroumakis, director of the detention center,… Read more »
Debate Ensues After Fall Cruisin Event Review
OCEAN CITY — A review of the fall Endless Summer Cruisin this week triggered a contentious debate about whether the event should be renewed at this time and an even larger debate about council meeting procedure.During Monday’s Mayor and Council meeting, TEAM Productions’ Bob Rothermel, who produces the spring and fall Cruisin events, presented a… Read more »
Coastal Hospice Volunteers Visit 167 Hospice Patients, Delivering Fruit Baskets, Warm Blankets And Stuffed Bears
Coastal Hospice volunteers visited 167 hospice patients and their families this month across the Lower Shore, delivering fruit baskets, warm blankets and stuffed bears. Volunteers dressed as Santa, Mrs. Santa and elves make the visits every year to bring holiday cheer to those being cared for by Coastal Hospice. Pictured are Glenn Mohr, Carolyn Jones,… Read more »