OCEAN CITY – A code amendment pertaining to non-accessory workforce housing will advance to the Mayor and Council with several recommendations. On Tuesday, the Ocean City Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to forward a code amendment relating to non-accessory employee housing to the Mayor and Council. Officials say the amendment includes changes to the… Read more »
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OC Council To Revisit Sports Complex Discussion
OCEAN CITY – Officials in Ocean City will soon discuss next steps related to the development of a proposed sports complex.On May 30, the Mayor and Council will revisit a discussion on the proposed sports complex being eyed for Worcester County. Following a meeting with the Maryland Stadium Authority (MSA) late last month, city officials… Read more »
Annual Public Safety Campaign Launched In OC; Effort Focuses On ‘Four Es’
OCEAN CITY – Preparations are underway for the start of the upcoming beach season, and the Maryland Department of Transportation’s State Highway Administration and Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office are again partnering with stakeholders to promote pedestrian, bicycle and driver safety in Ocean City.At a press conference last Thursday, the agencies were joined by… Read more »
Bunk Mann Publishes Third Book, ‘Ocean City Chronicles’; Book Signing Planned For Memorial Day Weekend
OCEAN CITY – The author of a popular book series chronicling life in Ocean City is set to release his third and final installment this month.Available online and in stores beginning Friday, “Ocean City Chronicles” will be the final book in Bunk Mann’s three-volume series about Ocean City’s rich history. Following the success of his… Read more »
Fenwick Terminates Police Chief’s Employment Contract
FENWICK ISLAND – Officials in Fenwick Island are seeking candidates to fill the position of police chief after notifying the department’s current leader they are not renewing his employment agreement.Effective Aug. 31, the Town of Fenwick Island will terminate its employment contract with Police Chief John Devlin. After two-plus decades of service to the town,… Read more »
Fundraisers Planned For Local Transplant Recipient
OCEAN CITY – Several events are being planned to raise funds for a local lung transplant recipient.On April 12, Ocean City resident Emily Sachs, 35, received a life-saving lung transplant at Johns Hopkins Hospital.Now, her family is working with volunteers and the Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) to raise funds that will cover some of… Read more »
Resort Bus Riders Survey Underway
OCEAN CITY – Officials say residents and visitors have through June to complete a public transportation survey.This spring, the town’s transportation department launched a public transportation survey. Transit Manager Rob Shearman told transportation committee members this week that residents and visitors can complete the survey before the end of June.“The rider survey has been deployed,”… Read more »
Family Celebrates 20th Anniversary Of Selbyville Business
SELBYVILLE – What started as a passion for boating has turned into a successful business for one local couple.Last month, Route 113 Boat Sales & Service celebrated its 20th year of operation. With Capt. Glen Smith, wife Karen, and son Zak at the helm, the family owned business has grown from a small boat dealership… Read more »
Ocean City Police Seasonal Hiring Down From Last Year
OCEAN CITY – How marijuana use affects seasonal officer recruitment highlighted discussions at a resort commission meeting this week.In an Ocean City Police Commission meeting Monday, Police Chief Ross Buzzuro presented the department’s final recruitment numbers for the coming summer season. With testing now completed, he noted the department has hired 29 seasonal officers and… Read more »
Springfest Crowds Called ‘Phenomenal’
OCEAN CITY – Clear skies and large crowds highlighted last weekend’s Springfest celebration.Last weekend, the Town of Ocean City celebrated its 32nd anniversary of Springfest, a free, four-day event featuring handmade crafts, live music and food. Held at the Inlet parking lot, Marketing and Communications Director Jessica Waters said the event attracted residents and visitors… Read more »