OCEAN CITY — Some resort businesses are on alert for a relatively new scam called “buddy punching,” and while the name suggests horseplay in the workplace or hazing, it’s a serious theft scheme that could and does costs thousands of dollars.In simplest terms, buddy punching refers to the practice of an employee utilizing a clock-in,… Read more »
Monthly Archives: May 2018
Resort’s Median Project ‘Still On Track For Memorial Day’ Completion
OCEAN CITY — While it currently resembles a war zone, the median fence and enhanced lighting project on Coastal Highway remains on target for a completion before Memorial Day weekend, State Highway Administration (SHA) officials reported this week.SHA and its private contractors continued work on the median project from the convention center to Route 90… Read more »
Movie Theater Returning To West Ocean City
WEST OCEAN CITY – A new movie theater is coming to the White Marlin Mall in West Ocean City.Flagship Cinemas, a privately held company that owns and operates movie theaters in Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Maryland and Florida, is expected to open a new location in the West Ocean City shopping center by early next… Read more »
Chief: No Concerns With OCPD After Shuffling Retirements, Promotions
OCEAN CITY — The shuffle at the top of the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) continued last month with another significant promotion, but despite an apparent experience drain this year, there is no concern about the quality of officers moving up the ranks in the department.The OCPD announced recently Lieutenant Ray Austin has been promoted… Read more »
Springfest Starts In Ocean City Thursday
OCEAN CITY — It is officially the start of the season, as Ocean City celebrates the 28th annual production of Springfest, May 3-6.Come to Maryland’s Eastern Shore for live music, art, crafts, food and more – all located adjacent to Ocean City’s historic Boardwalk and free beautiful clean beach. Springfest, one of the top arts… Read more »