Randy’s Crew recently made its second donation to the Worcester County Humane Society. Pictured from left to right are Kaitlyn Fitzhugh (of the humane society), Jackie Siejack (board member), Gerri Littleton (board member), Randy, and Sandy Summers [humane society]
Monthly Archives: March 2023
JA Inspire Held Event at Wicomico Youth & Civic Center
More than 4,500 students from 10 counties visited JA Inspire at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center last week. The event, which exposes eighth graders to various job opportunities, featured 120 exhibitors from across Delmarva. The Ocean Downs exhibit, which featured retired racehorse Wynnfield Savannah, is pictured.
Shirley Hall Youth Art Show was Held
The Shirley Hall Youth Art Show was held at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on First Friday, March 3, showing art from Worcester County middle and high school students. Betsy Hall Harrison, Shirley Hall’s daughter, judged the show and awarded cash prizes in memory of her mother. Pictured above are Worcester Prep seventh… Read more »
Voices From The Readers – March 24, 2023
Our Children, Our Rights Editor:You may have read recently that the Worcester County Commissioners oppose state legislation that would, without parental consent, allow for questionable curriculum regarding social and sexual education for all grades starting with kindergarten. This legislation is yet another effort to remove from our County local control. Further, and more egregiously, it demonstrates… Read more »
OC Council Debates Advertising Budget Increases
OCEAN CITY – Resort officials this week approved a budget amendment for fiscal year 2023, but not before a spirited discussion on the town’s advertising allocation.On Monday, the council voted 6-1, with Councilwoman Carol Proctor opposed, to approve the second reading of several budget amendments for fiscal year 2023.The change, which reflects an increase in… Read more »
Council Adopts Hazard Mitigation Plan
OCEAN CITY – An update of the town’s hazard mitigation plan will allow Ocean City to retain its eligibility for federal assistance programs.On Monday, resort officials approved a five-year update to the Town of Ocean City’s hazard mitigation plan. Emergency Management Planner Bob Rhode said the changes have been reviewed by both the state of… Read more »
Who’s Playing When & Where – March 24, 2023
Buxy’s/Dry Dock 28 410-289-BUXY 28th St. & Coastal Hwy. Friday, March 24: TBACoins Pub 410-289-3100 28th St. Plaza On Coastal Hwy. Saturday, March 25: Shortcut SunnyCork Bar Wicomico St., Downtown O.C Saturday, March 25: TBACrabcake Factory Bayside 302-988-5000 37314 Lighthouse Rd., Rte. 54 Selbyville, DE Sunday, March 26: Monkee PawCrawl Street Tavern 443-373-2756 Wicomico St.,… Read more »
Things I Like – March 24, 2023
The feeling of taking ski boots offTrying out a new restaurantLetters to the editor expressing both sides of an issueLab puppiesA road trip with no traffic issuesVermontA hearty cobb saladLive musicFinding a new show to binge with my wifeThe ceiling tile art at Roadie Joe’sThe start of the spring season
Berlin Woman Dies In 113 Accident
BERLIN – A Berlin woman died in a crash involving a tractor trailer on Route 113 last Saturday afternoon.Maryland State Police (MSP) confirmed that Berlin resident Linda Brown, 69, died in a Saturday afternoon accident at the Route 113 intersection with Georgetown Road in Berlin. Authorities this week continued their investigation into the crash, which… Read more »
County Officials Seek Reduction In Library Project Cost
SNOW HILL – County officials say plans for a new library in Pocomoke won’t proceed until changes are made to bring costs down.Worcester County Commissioner Chip Bertino, president of the board, clarified the county’s position regarding the new library branch planned for the former armory site in Pocomoke this week. He said he’d been getting… Read more »