Charges Filed In Bridge CrashOCEAN CITY — An Annapolis man faces a slew of charges after allegedly crashing his vehicle into the median at the foot of the Route 50 Bridge and fleeing the scene on foot.Around 2:20 a.m. last Monday, Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officers were dispatched to the area near the base… Read more »
Sheriff DefendedEditor:Regarding the letter, “Sheriff Needs To Go” from the March 8 issue of The Dispatch, some additional facts are in order.Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis is an outstanding sheriff. As a life-long resident of Wicomico County, Sheriff Lewis strives everyday to provide the very best police service to Wicomico County citizens. He has built… Read more »
As a fun and memorable way to celebrate Worcester Prep’s 100th day of school, Lower School students and teachers dressed up like they were 100 years old. Left, from left, are fourth graders Lily Dixon, Lara Owens, teacher Erin Shimko, McKenna DePalma and Bella Fernley. Right, from left, are second graders Ella Tull, Collin Hastings,… Read more »
BERLIN – Town officials agreed to spend $124,000 to demolish several small buildings at Berlin Falls Park.The town council voted 4-1, with Councilman Troy Purnell opposed, to accept a proposal from Coastal Site Works LLC for the demolition of seven small buildings at the park. Mayor Gee Williams said eliminating the buildings would help in… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — The annual Taste of Finer Things — a “pearing” of fine food and fine wine from 16 local chefs — will take place on Wednesday, April 3 at 6:30 p.m. at Harrison’s Harbor Watch in Ocean City, and reservations are now being accepted.Participating restaurants include Atlantic Hotel, Barn 34, Captain’s Table, Crabs… Read more »
BERLIN- Worcester Prep’s upper school last week handed out post-season awards after highly-successful 2018-2019 campaigns.For the Mallards’ boys’ varsity basketball team, Colin Miller was named Most Valuable Player, Cole Berry was honored with the Coach’s Award, while Alec Dembeck was named most improved. Connor Carpenter was named most valuable player for the boys’ junior varsity… Read more »
28th/127th Street Pit & Pub 410-289-2020 443-664-7482 28th St. & Coastal Hwy. & 127th St. & Coastal Hwy. Saturday, March 16: DJ Soulfinger Wednesdays:DJ Wax (127th St.)Atlantic Hotel 410-641-3589 2 North Main St., Berlin Mondays: Earl Beardsley Tuesdays: Bob Miller on PianoBuxy’s Salty Dog Dry Dock 28 410-289-0973 28th St. & Coastal Hwy. Friday, March 15: Lauren… Read more »
The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City recently heard from 4STEPS Executive Director Sandy Winters. At 4STEPS, disabled students leave their frustrations behind for the freedom of a horse’s movement. Students challenge the limits of their abilities and best of all have fun doing it. Above, Club President Dick Clagette presents Winters with a… Read more »
BERLIN- With a new head coach at the helm, Worcester Prep’s boys’ varsity lacrosse team opened the 2019 season with an 8-5 over old rival Saints Peter and Paul on the road on Tuesday.The Mallards opened the season with a gutty 8-5 win over Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference (ESIAC) rival Saints Peter and Paul… Read more »
OCEAN PINES – Planning is underway for a roundabout at the north gate of Ocean Pines.State Highway Administration (SHA) officials are working on plans for a four-legged roundabout to replace the existing traffic signal at the intersection of Ocean Parkway and Route 589. The change is expected to better accommodate the heavy volume of traffic… Read more »