About The Author: Shawn Soper

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Shawn Soper has been with The Dispatch since 2000. He began as a staff writer covering various local government beats and general stories. His current positions include managing editor and sports editor. Growing up in Baltimore before moving to Ocean City full time three decades ago, Soper graduated from Loch Raven High School in 1981 and from Towson University in 1985 with degrees in mass communications with a journalism concentration and history.

Decatur Wrestlers Roll Past Bennett, 61-15

BERLIN- Stephen Decatur’s varsity wrestling team stayed on a roll last week with a conference win over Bennett, 61-15.Against the Clippers, Elijah Collick won at 106. Juan Hinojosa won at 113, Liam Hugues won at 120 and Aaron August won at 126. Reid Caimi won at 132, Logan Intrieri won at 138, Evan Haworth won… Read more »

Firearms, Drugs Seized After Multi-Agency Investigation

Firearms, Drugs Seized After Multi-Agency Investigation

BERLIN — A local man was arrested last weekend on drugs and weapons charges after a long-term investigation by local law enforcement agencies.Last Friday, members of the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team successfully concluded a long-term controlled dangerous substance investigation involving Tromaine Briddell, 43, of Berlin. As a result of the investigation, search and seizure… Read more »

Seahawks Rout Crabbers, Run Streak to Nine

BERLIN- Stephen Decatur’s girls’ varsity basketball team blew out Crisfield, 56-32, last Friday to run its win streak to nine games since the holiday break.The Seahawks have been on a roll since dropping their only two games during the Governor’s Challenge holiday tournament, having won nine conference games in a row since the break. Not… Read more »

Decatur Wrestlers Stay on Major Roll

Decatur Wrestlers Stay on Major Roll

BERLIN- Stephen Decatur’s varsity wrestling team stayed on a major roll this week, beating old Bayside North foe Kent Island before sweeping a dual meet against C. Milton Wright and Rising Sun.Against Bayside North rival Kent Island, the Seahawks prevailed over the Buccaneers, 51-15. Parker Intrieri beat Nicholas Morey at 170, Nate McDaniel beat Johnathan… Read more »