BERLIN- Worcester Prep’s boys’ varsity soccer team got its season off a fast start with a pair of wins over conference rivals this week.Last Friday, the Mallards opened the season with an impressive 9-2 win over Salisbury Christian on the road. Worcester led 3-0 at the half, but went off for six goals in a… Read more »
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Dredging Project Underway In OC
OCEAN CITY — The Army Corps of Engineers hopper dredge Murden arrived in Ocean City late last week for a month-long dredging project around the Inlet.Three or four times a year, the Army Corps of Engineers-Baltimore District sends the Murden or its sister ship Currituck to Ocean City to conduct routine dredging in and around… Read more »
Purse Grab Leads To Burglary Charges
OCEAN CITY — A local man was arrested on first-degree burglary and other charges this month after allegedly swiping an expensive purse and other belongings from a guest room in a hotel where he worked.On Sept. 4, Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officers responded to a downtown hotel at 14th Street for a reported theft…. Read more »
Duncan Ely Named Tough Guy Of The Week
This week’s Atlantic Physical Therapy “Tough Guy of the Week” award went to Duncan Ely for his strong performance in the Seahawks’ big win over Indian River. Pictured is Ely (center) flanked by Head Coach Jake Coleman (left) and ATP Clinic Director David Lorenz (right).Submitted photo
Tourism Officials Explore Seasonal Housing Project Potential; Developer Identifies Possible Sites
OCEAN CITY — While it’s no secret Ocean City has an affordable seasonal workforce housing shortage, talks are underway between a developer and the city to address the issue.During Monday’s Tourism Commission meeting, members reviewed a presentation from Holtz Builders of Wisconsin for potentially one or more dormitory-style seasonal workforce housing projects in or around… Read more »
OC Councilman Refuses To Take Leave Of Absence, Says Racist Comment Result Of Facebook Hack
OCEAN CITY — Whether Ocean City Councilman Mark Paddack’s social media account was hacked has yet to be determined, but several of his colleagues on Tuesday called for him take a voluntary leave of absence.The issue arose over the weekend when Paddack commented on a Facebook story post made by a local woman who had… Read more »
Petting Zoo, Pony Rides Approved At Annual Home Show
OCEAN CITY — The annual home show in Ocean City next month will have an added amenity this year after resort officials this month signed off on a petting zoo for the event.The Home and Condo Show, along with the Arts and Crafts Fair and the O.C. Pet Expo, is set for the weekend of… Read more »
OC Officials Weigh Pension Plan Assumptions
OCEAN CITY — Despite having a stellar year with the investment returns in the town’s pension plans, a debate ensued this week over lowering the percentage assumptions going forward.During Tuesday’s work session, the Mayor and Council got an update on the town’s recent pension committee meeting. Ocean City has two pension plans, one for general… Read more »
WCEF Receives Donations
Public Education Support: The Worcester County Education Foundation (WCEF) recently received two significant donations to help it meet its mission of ensuring everystudent “has equal access to a world class education, enabling them to function in today’s digital college environment and to compete in a new, emerging job market.”Park Place Jewelers owners Todd and Jill… Read more »
Cigarette Smuggling, False ID Charges
OCEAN CITY — A Delaware man was arrested on a slew of charges last weekend after being found in possession of cartons of unstamped, untaxed cigarettes, a large amount of cash and a false identification.Around 6:30 p.m. last Friday, Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officers responded to a reported suspicious vehicle on 3rd Street. Upon… Read more »