Pamela Hay, a licensed counselor from the Worcester County Health Department, was the guest speaker at a recent meeting of the General Levin Winder Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Hay spoke about the “Center for Clean Start” program that treats pregnant women with drug and alcohol addiction. Hay, left, is pictured… Read more »
Students in Bill Noah’s sixth grade math class at Berlin Intermediate School participated in Prodigy, an online math program where they play games that correspond with their level of math ability and compete against classmates with similar math abilities. Students pictured include Angela Hill, Rowan Chester, Summer Brenner, Tyana Northam, Jarek Josheph, Jake Mongelli, Tyler… Read more »
Heroin Found After CrashBISHOPVILLE — A Bishopville man faces multiple charges this week after leading a Worcester County Sheriff’s deputy on a chase that ended with a crash on Tuesday morning.Around 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, a Worcester County Sheriff’s deputy patrolling in the Bishopville area attempted to stop a vehicle driven by Brant Scheuerman, 25,… Read more »
The American Legion Auxiliary recognizes active duty families who have a loved one serving in the Armed Forces with their Blue Star Banner program. Above, Auxiliary Unit 166 recently gave six local families banners to display in their homes to show they are a Blue Star Family, including Dynita Hayes (US Air Force Airman First… Read more »
March 31: Atlantic General Hospital Auxiliary Lobby SalesMarch 31: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. In The Bag (handbags, wallets, luggage, small leather goods). Main Lobby, 9733 Healthway Dr., Berlin. Fundraiser with proceeds to benefit Atlantic General Hospital. 410-641-1100.March 31: Fish Platter Dinner4:30-6:30 p.m. Bowen United Methodist Church, Newark. Platters: $10, includes saltwater trout fillets, macaroni and cheese,… Read more »
American Legion Synepuxent Post #166 celebrated the 98th birthday of the American Legion this month and presented its First Responders Awards program. The ceremony was led by Chairman Sarge Garlitz and Post #166 Commander Tom Wengert. The awards were followed by the singing of God Bless America by Rosie Garlitz and birthday cake. Receiving awards… Read more »
Verizon TCC of Ocean Pines recently a donated a wealth of school supplies to students at Showell Elementary School. Pictured, from left, are kindergarten teacher Emily Shockley, second-grade teacher Jane Flynn, Jennie Griffin, Jay Wimbrow and Laura Wheeler of Verizon TCC and first-grade teacher and guidance counselor Ed Reid.
Gregory Purnell was the guest speaker at the March meeting of the Worcester County NAACP. He shared fascinating facts about local African American history. Pictured, fro mleft, are Board officers Cyril Achonlonu, Linda Purnell, Gregory Purnell, Gabe Purnell and President Roxie Dennis Achonlonu. The next meeting is April 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Tyree AME… Read more »
March 24: Downtown Bishopville Party-The-Bull And Oyster Roast6-10 p.m. Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department. Oysters all ways, beef sandwiches, fried chicken.$35 in advance, $40 at the door. Proceeds benefit new fire truck. 410-352-5757.March 24: Dive Into Spring Pool Party5-8 p.m. Stephen Decatur After Prom Committee hosting with support of Ocean Pines Aquatics. Sports Core Pool. Pizza,… Read more »
T.C. Studios in Ocean City hosted a “Paint your Pet” fundraiser for the Worcester County Humane Society last month, raising roughly $600 for the no kill shelter. Above are local student participants Aiden and Emily Backof, and Alex and Sofia Abu-Zaid. Submitted Photos