https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=v6U4bTw0hPsCheck my Bishop Broadbill Bash recap vid with Brian Tinkler!Tonight’s Daily Angle is coming to you from sunny Florida where the Unscene Productions crew and myself are producing the live broadcast of the Lockheed Martin air show. It’s sunny and warm and beautiful…..not so much at home in OC. A cold front moved through after… Read more »
Monthly Archives: October 2020
Officials Maintain Internet Connectivity Woes ‘Shouldn’t Impact Instruction’ For In-School Students
BERLIN – While internet issues have plagued local schools this week, school system officials say the lack of connectivity shouldn’t impact instruction.A lack of internet in schools simply means that students in the classroom have to resort to paper and pencil rather than digital devices. And though distance learners who rely on Zoom to connect… Read more »
OC’s Final Fiscal Year ’20 Numbers Better Than Expected
OCEAN CITY — Ocean City ended fiscal year 2020 in a robust way, despite much of its fourth quarter being impacted by COVID, according to the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) released this week.During Tuesday’s work session, Finance Director Chuck Bireley presented the CAFR to the Mayor and Council. The weighty tome is chock full… Read more »
The Adventures Of Fatherhood – October 30, 2020
There are days when it all seems like a nightmare, but I see inspiration when I look at my kids.They, along with others around them their ages, are taking everything in stride. They are adapting and figuring it all out. Maybe it’s the kids who all adults should look to for guidance on navigating this… Read more »
Town Hoping To Work With Developer On Apartment Project
BERLIN – Town leaders are working with a developer to ensure a Maple Avenue apartment project can move forward as planned.The Town of Berlin is working with representatives of the Willows at Berlin on a property transfer that would allow the apartment renovation and expansion to move forward. A title search revealed that a portion… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – October 30, 2020
It was naïve of Ocean City to think the Worcester County Health Department would bless the holding of a Christmas parade at this time.There were two online articles on the subject this week. The first story was posted Tuesday after the council meeting on Monday when the City Council voted 4-1 (with Councilman Dennis Dare… Read more »
Airport Water Main Extension Breaks Ground
SALISBURY – State and local leaders this week broke ground on the construction of a water main extension near the Salisbury airport.In a groundbreaking ceremony Monday, local leaders gathered together to celebrate the start of construction on the Ocean City-Salisbury-Wicomico Regional Airport water main extension project.“When completed, this project will extend for the first time… Read more »
Voices From The Readers – October 30, 2020
Franchise Deals’ Inequities Confirm Need For ChangeEditor:I have criticized the Mayor & City Council (M&CC) of Ocean City for the way they handled the pier franchise ordinance. They negotiated the repeal and replacement of the previous ordinance over an 18-month period, all behind closed doors, leaving the public completely out of the process. Maryland’s Open… Read more »
Ocean Pines Offering Scarecrow Build Contest Saturday
BERLIN — The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department is scaring up some fun this October, with a series of new events sponsored by Comcast/Xfinity that are sure to offer spooky fun for the whole family.Planned events include virtual pumpkin carving and costume contests, a free “Trunk or Treat” event, and a Build-Your-Own Scarecrow Workshop…. Read more »
Two OC Incumbents Face Four Challengers In Tuesday’s Election
OCEAN CITY — Regardless of the outcome of next Tuesday’s municipal election, the make-up of the Ocean City Mayor and Council will look significantly different this time next week.The municipal election will be held next Tuesday at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center in conjunction with the highly anticipated national election. This year, six candidates… Read more »