OCEAN PINES – Officials have agreed to extend election dates by two weeks following ballot delays.In a special meeting Tuesday night, the Ocean Pines Board of Directors agreed to change the deadlines for the 2023 board election after learning that some association members had yet to receive their ballots from Washington-based contract Election Trust. The… Read more »
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Memorial Benches, Banners Pitched
FENWICK ISLAND – Officials say they will continue to explore the installation of memorial benches and patriotic banners.Last Friday, the Fenwick Island Town Council had before them two requests from the Fenwick Island Residential Concerns Committee to approve the installation of memorial benches and patriotic banners in town. After further discussion, however, officials agreed to… Read more »
Shockley Reflects On 35 Years Leading Resort’s Shenanigan’s
OCEAN CITY – A popular Irish pub is celebrating 35 years of business at its Boardwalk location.This year, Shenanigan’s is celebrating 35 years of operation at its Boardwalk establishment. Reflecting on his years of experience, owner Greg Shockley said it’s the customers and employees who have made the beachfront bar and restaurant a success.“It is… Read more »
Fenwick Ratifies Police Chief Contract
FENWICK ISLAND – The town council voted unanimously last week to ratify a contract with Fenwick Island’s new police chief.On Friday, the Fenwick Island Town Council voted 6-0, with Councilman Paul Breger absent, to ratify a contract with the incoming police chief, Michael Morrissey. However, the attorney for outgoing Police Chief John Devlin said on… Read more »
OC Council Eyes Park Smoking Ban
OCEAN CITY – A code amendment banning smoking and vaping in all city parks will advance to a first reading following a favorable vote Tuesday.This week, the Mayor and Council agreed to advance a code amendment making smoking and vaping unlawful in all public parks to a first reading. Ocean City Recreation and Parks Director… Read more »
OC Council Advances Hearing Request On Washington Lane Abandonment
OCEAN CITY – A request to abandon a portion of Washington Lane will advance to a public hearing.Following a lengthy discussion, the Mayor and Council agreed this week to advance a developer’s request to hold a public hearing on the abandonment of Washington Lane between 13th and 14th streets, or the alleyway that bisects the… Read more »
White Marlin Open’s 50th Anniversary Edition Begins Monday; New ‘Winner Take All’ Category Added For Milestone Year
OCEAN CITY – Thousands of anglers and tens of thousands of spectators will gather in Ocean City next week as the White Marlin Open kicks off its 50th year.The White Marlin Open, the world’s largest offshore billfish tournament, will return to Ocean City next week for its 50th anniversary tournament. Held Aug. 7-11, anglers will… Read more »
Ocean City Forms Sports Complex Committee As ‘A First Step’
OCEAN CITY – Members of a new resort committee will soon begin exploring the development of a sports complex near Ocean City.In a work session Tuesday, Mayor Rick Meehan presented the council with his recommended list of members to serve on a new sports complex committee. He told officials this week the group will be… Read more »
Family Unearths Buried ‘Treasure’ At 71st Street Beach
OCEAN CITY – A day spent playing in the sand unearthed a unique treasure for one Prince Frederick family visiting Ocean City last week.Last Tuesday, Josh and Jennifer Suchter and their five children were enjoying a day at the beach, digging in the sand in front of their 71st Street condo, when the kids came… Read more »
OPA Opens Drop Box As Ballot Delays Continue
OCEAN PINES – The Ocean Pines Association has established a drop box location to ensure ballots are received ahead of the election deadline.In response to the recent delay in members receiving election ballots, the association reports the Ocean Pines Elections Committee is taking action to ensure the integrity and efficiency of the voting process.Committee Chair… Read more »