FENWICK ISLAND – The Fenwick Island Police Department will create a new policies and procedures manual with the help of a national company.At its most recent meeting, the Fenwick Island Town Council voted unanimously to use Lexipol – a national policy development company specializing in public safety – to update the Fenwick Island Police Department’s… Read more »
Monthly Archives: December 2023
The Adventures Of Fatherhood – December 22, 2023
The holiday buildup combined with the typical workload got the best of me this week. Therefore, I’m cheating a bit this week and looking back at some past Christmas reflections in this space. Forgive me for slacking but here goes with some memories.2019: A morning spent in the emergency room will surely make this a… Read more »
What’s Your Sign? – December 22, 2023
ARIES (March 21 to April 19): The holidays allow you to let your usually downplayed soft side really glow. Don’t be surprised to find a Scorpio looking to share the light.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): Dress up in your party best and enjoy the compliments that come your way. You’ll have a great time… Read more »
Volunteer Marks 16 Years at the Church Mouse
Berlin resident Helen Wiley this month marked 16 years of volunteering at the Church Mouse, the thrift shop on Main Street in Berlin. The store, operated by St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, uses its proceeds to support a variety of local charitable causes, including Samaritan Ministries in Pocomoke and the Cricket Center, among numerous others.
Montego Bay Celebrates First Crab Basket Christmas Tree
OCEAN CITY — On Dec. 9, the Montego Bay Civic Association celebrated the lighting of its first crab basket Christmas tree.Coordinated by residents Karen and Bill Corun, the community donated 120 decorated crab baskets, a snowman, a crab, lights, tree topper and money for the construction materials.The ceremony began with Ocean City Fire Department (OCFD)… Read more »
Carousel Group Marks 24th Year As Golf Legacy Sponsor
The Atlantic General Hospital Foundation held its 2023 Robert E. Warfield Memorial Tournament, AGH’s 30th Annual Fall Golf Classic, last fall at the Ocean City Golf Club.On Dec. 4, Atlantic General Hospital leadership and staff, Fall Golf Classic committee members, and Michael and Matt James of James Hospitality all came together to commemorate the success… Read more »
St. Paul’s Episcopal Held Annual Shred-It Event
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Berlin would like to thank the community for participation in the church’s annual Shred-It event. The well attended event was an opportunity for people to shred sensitive documents as well as collect food items for The Spirit Kitchen at Stevenson United Methodist Church.
Ocean Pines Approves New Trash Vendor
OCEAN PINES – Officials in Ocean Pines last week approved a new trash and recycling contract.Last Saturday, the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors voted to approve a new trash and recycling contract with Republic Services. Senior Executive Office Manager Linda Martin said the proposal was one of three bids the association received.“All three bids… Read more »
Things I Like – December 22, 2023
Smell of a real Christmas treeBig wave photosThe Christmas morning exhaustion when the kids are littleMy teenager liking to workReflecting while driving in silenceSmiles on youth athletes’ facesA puppy as a Christmas giftBirthday greetings on FacebookA tree wrapped with holiday lightsClassic Christmas moviesNot working the day after Christmas
Things To Do Around Town – December 22, 2023
Every Monday: TOPS Meeting 5-6:30 p.m. Atlantic General Hospital, Berlin. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a support group promoting weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Call Rose 443-880-8444.Every Monday: Bridge Games Are you interested in joining others for a game of Bridge at the Ocean City 50+ Senior Center? If so, please call or… Read more »