Retired County Teacher Refutes Letter’s Claims Editor: I am writing in response to Tony Christ of Falls Church, Va.’s letter to the editor published in the June 23 edition of The Dispatch. Lest Mr. Christ leave readers with the impression that 1970 was the “golden age” of education in Worcester County, let me share some… Read more »
ARIES (March 21 to April 19): You are self-reliant and rarely ask anyone for help. But this time, you might want someone you trust to be there for you while you deal with a difficult matter. Cheer up. Things improve soon.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): Your patience begins to pay off. Look for the… Read more »
SNOW HILL – The Worcester County Board of License Commissioners approved plans for a new deck at the American Legion Post 166 in Ocean City.The board last week approved the legion’s plans for a second story deck on the south side of Post 166.“We want to enhance the membership experience,” a representative of Post 166… Read more »
People watching on the BoardwalkBiking to dinner in BerlinHow humbling parenting can beWatching lifeguards communicateA kid with a glove at a baseball gameYoung artistsGrilling on the weekendShoes with no laces that fit wellA fast computerLooking forward without regretWhen a poor weekend forecast does not play out
OCEAN CITY – Officials say they are optimistic about the resort’s summer season as they prepare for warmer weather and Independence Day festivities.While cooler, rainy weather provided a slower start to the summer season, officials in Ocean City say they are eager to see the trend change, particularly as Fourth of July celebrations near.“So the… Read more »
FENWICK ISLAND – A draft comprehensive plan will advance to the state for review following a favorable vote last week.Last Friday, the Fenwick Island Town Council voted to approve the comprehensive plan as a final draft and permit the Fenwick Island Planning Commission to submit the document to the Delaware Preliminary Land Use Service (PLUS)… Read more »
BERLIN — OceanCity.com jhas announced the winners in the 12th Annual Best of Ocean City® contest.The 71 winners led all participants of each poll in a contest that included over 230 businesses in four broad categories. Seacrets, Fisher’s Popcorn, Thrasher’s Fries, Odyssea Watersports and Old Pro Golf were among the first-place winners who have won… Read more »
FENWICK ISLAND – Officials in Fenwick Island last week agreed to fund survey work that will support recommendations from the town’s resiliency study.Last Friday, the Fenwick Island Town Council voted unanimously to approve up to $4,000 for survey work related to the town’s resiliency study. Councilman Richard Benn, chair of the Fenwick Island Infrastructure Committee,… Read more »
WEST OCEAN CITY – Results and relationships.It’s what owner Shannon Foley, CRNP, said patients can find at the Institute of Aesthetic Medicine.“People feel comfortable coming here and spending time with us,” she said. “And they know that we have their best interests at heart.”In December, the Institute of Aesthetic Medicine (IAM) opened at its new… Read more »
BERLIN– An ordinance introduced this week would allow the Town of Berlin to install speed cameras near schools.A first reading of an ordinance that would establish the use of speed cameras in designated school zones was held during Monday’s meeting of the Berlin Town Council. Citizens will have a chance to weigh in on the… Read more »