BERLIN – Municipal officials discussed plans for the town’s casino revenue at a meeting this week.On Monday, the Berlin Town Council reiterated a commitment to using the municipality’s annual share of casino revenue to help pay for LEOPS (Law Enforcement Officers Pension System). The town has been asked by the Local Development Council, however, to… Read more »
Monthly Archives: September 2023
OC Elementary Holds Stand Up, Speak Up Assembly
At Ocean City Elementary’s annual Stand Up, Speak Up assembly on Sept. 21, fourth grade students presented a skit to teach strategies for dealing with bullying situations. The skit was presented to the entire school and students had the opportunity to sing and dance. Pictured, front from left, are fourth graders Luke Laurenzano, Lily Norton, Jaidee Vitjathorn, Caris Godman, Kaylin… Read more »
St. Paul United Methodist Hosts Barbecue
Attendees are pictured at a recent barbecue chicken lunch hosted by the St. Paul United Methodist Church Men’s Ministry. The next chicken sale at the Berlin church is set for Oct. 21 at 11 a.m.
Vanishing Ocean City With Bunk Mann – September 29, 2023
The early 1970s were a period of tremendous growth and change for Ocean City. The end of its era as a seasonal resort was fast approaching.High-rise condos reminiscent of Miami Beach began in 1970 with the construction of the 15-story High Point South (pictured above). Within three years towering buildings would stretch from 94th Street… Read more »
OC Elementary Celebrated Back to School Spirit Day
Ocean City Elementary School celebrated its annual Back to School Spirit Day on September 20th. Students, faculty and staff wore OCES shirts, hats and sweatshirts and filled the hallways with spirit for their school. Above is Mendy Fiori’s third grade class.
Things I Like – September 29, 2023
Drama-less daysLive music on the Taylor House lawnLearning about historyFeeding my teen’s photography interestGoing to OC during a stormA day of sunshine after many withoutStudents using a wall pencil sharpenerThe weeks leading up to vacationAvoiding small talk whenever possibleWatching dogs on the beachNutella on anything
School Board Adopts Exam Policy Change
SNOW HILL – The Worcester County Board of Education approved with reluctance a policy increasing the weight of certain final exams for high school students.The school board last week approved a change bringing local policy in line with a state requirement that biology and government final exams count for 20% of a student’s grade. Afterward,… Read more »
Who’s Playing When & Where – September 29, 2023
Buxy’s/Dry Dock 28 410-289-BUXY 28th St. & Coastal Hwy. Friday, Sept. 29: David Tarlecki Saturday, Sept. 30: UprizingCaptain’s Table 410-289-7192 15th & Boardwalk In The Courtyard Marriott Fridays & Saturdays: Phil Perdue on PianoCoconuts Beach Bar & Grill 410-289-6846 37th & 38th St. Oceanside at Castle In The Sand Hotel Friday, Sept. 29: Darin Engh, Aaron… Read more »
Ribbon Cutting Held at Bishopville Park
Worcester County officials are pictured at a ribbon cutting ceremony at Bishopville Park, where new playground equipment was recently installed.
Commissioners Commemorate Signing of U.S. Constitution
In recognition of the 236th anniversary of the drafting of the U.S. Constitution, the Worcester County Commissioners met with Pat Arata of the General Levin Winder Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution to commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia on Sept. 17, 1787. Commissioner Caryn Abbott is pictured… Read more »