OCEAN CITY — With an eye on creating a funding mechanism for certain pay-as-you-go projects, resort officials signed off on a proposal to create a capital reserve account.During recent capital improvement plan (CIP) discussions, the concept of creating a capital reserve fund was pitched by town staffers. Many of the projects in the CIP are… Read more »
Monthly Archives: April 2021
Two Arrested After OC Drug Probe
OCEAN CITY — Following a months-long investigation, Ocean City police officers last week arrested two local individuals for alleging dealing narcotics in the resort.During the month of February, the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) Narcotics Unit initiated a controlled dangerous substance investigation into the alleged dealing of Brandon Hudson, 32, of Snow Hill, who was… Read more »
Changes Approved For Fenwick Dredging Permit Process
FENWICK ISLAND – Additional funding for permitting services is expected to move the town forward in its efforts to dredge the neighboring bay.Last Friday, the Fenwick Island Town Council voted unanimously to allot an additional $4,000 toward the town’s effort to seek permits for a dredging project in the Little Assawoman Bay.While the town had… Read more »
No Will To Adjust OC Boardwalk Biking Start Time
OCEAN CITY — It has already been established bicycles will be allowed on the Boardwalk until noon this year, but the concept of allowing them to start earlier in the morning has gained little traction.In March, the Mayor and Council approved a proposal to move the stop time for bicycles on the Boardwalk from 11… Read more »
AGH’s Evolution Of Serving During Pandemic
(Editor’s Note: Atlantic General Hospital and Health System issued a recap this week on its COVID-19 response while also looking forward. We thought it was worthy of sharing in its entirety.)For more than 13 months, Atlantic General Hospital and Health System and its frontline staff have been at the forefront of COVID-19 efforts to mitigate… Read more »
In Depth With Sam Card, Utilizing Cloud Computing A Greener Side Of Technology
BERLIN – Most of us, as technology consumers, mentally separate digital from reality. The internet feels abstract in comparison to older iterations of technology, like CDs, DVDs and newspapers, which are tangible. Music and video streaming services like Spotify and Netflix just don’t have the same feel as their older counterparts.This sense of digital “weightlessness”… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – April 30, 2021
Rising with the mercury these days appears to be frustrations over government mandates and the inconsistences associated with implementation and reality. It’s understandable, as the phrase “pandemic fatigue” has now become cliché and aggravations are boiling over amid fears this summer could be even more challenging for many businesses than last year.An example was this… Read more »
County Hears Broadband Proposals
SNOW HILL – County leaders continue to explore broadband possibilities for rural Worcester County.The Worcester County Commissioners last week heard proposals from both Choptank Electric Cooperative and Talkie Communications. The commissioners are expected to have a work session in May to discuss how to move forward with bringing broadband to those without access.“It’s a work… Read more »
Ferrantes Taking Charitable Approach For Month-Long 25th Anniversary Celebration
WEST OCEAN CITY – The owners of a local jewelry store are celebrating 25 years of business with a month-long giving event.Throughout the month of May, Park Place Jewelers will celebrate its 25th anniversary by donating a portion of its sales to four local charities – Believe In Tomorrow, the Worcester County Education Foundation, Atlantic… Read more »
Worcester Boys Beat Tower Hill in Double OT
BERLIN- Worcester Prep’s boys’ varsity lacrosse team rebounded from a tough loss to Cape Henlopen last Saturday with a thrilling double-overtime win over Tower Hill on the road this week.The Mallards last Thursday beat Gunston, 13-3 at home on Senior Day. Worcester seniors Brugh Moore, Connor Carpenter, John Arrington, Graham McColgan, Mason Brown and Hunter… Read more »