St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Berlin would like to thank the community for participation in the church’s annual Shred-It event. The well attended event was an opportunity for people to shred sensitive documents as well as collect food items for The Spirit Kitchen at Stevenson United Methodist Church.
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Things To Do Around Town – December 22, 2023
Every Monday: TOPS Meeting 5-6:30 p.m. Atlantic General Hospital, Berlin. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a support group promoting weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Call Rose 443-880-8444.Every Monday: Bridge Games Are you interested in joining others for a game of Bridge at the Ocean City 50+ Senior Center? If so, please call or… Read more »
Veterans Celebrate Founding of the Marine Corps
Around the world every year on Nov. 10, active duty Marines and members of Marine Corps veteran associations gather to celebrate the birthday of the founding of the Marine Corps. That tradition was upheld by the First State Detachment of the Marine Corps League when it held its celebration at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club. … Read more »
OC First Responders Participate In Cadaver Lab Training
OCEAN CITY – The Ocean City Fire Department’s Fire/EMS Division has taken a significant leap in advancing the skills and expertise of its EMS clinicians through an innovative cadaver lab training session held at headquarters.The groundbreaking training was organized by Community911 Training, LLC, a Massachusetts-based company renowned for its specialized training programs for emergency responders.The cadaver… Read more »
Obituaries – December 22, 2023
Sara Davis ThompsonBERLIN — Sara Davis Thompson, age 85, died after a long illness on Dec. 15, 2023, at the Macky and Pam Stansell House in Ocean Pines, surrounded by loved ones.Born in Berlin on Sept. 6, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Raymond J. and Elizabeth C. Davis. She was married to… Read more »
James M. Bennett High School Held 50th Reunion
The James M. Bennett High School class of 1973 recently held its 50th reunion, during which class members donated to raise funds for a one-time scholarship. The one-time award of $1,060 will go to a Wor-Wic Community College student who graduated from JMB and is enrolled in a nursing or emergency medical services program. From… Read more »
Prayer Breakfast To Kick Off Second Dreamfest Weekend In OC
OCEAN CITY — The Town of Ocean City announced the second inaugural Dreamfest on Martin Luther King Weekend set for Jan. 12-14, 2024.The three-day event will be filled with a vibrant fusion of music, captivating history tours, powerful commemorative speakers, and exuberant celebrations all around Maryland’s Coast. Come together with friends, family, and the community… Read more »
Voices From The Readers – December 22, 2023
Empower Our Students To Understand, EngageEditor:I am writing to express my unwavering support for intellectual freedom, the right to access diverse educational materials, and a staunch opposition to any efforts that limit the exploration of ideas. As a concerned community member and parent of children in the WCPS system, I believe our educational institutions must foster… Read more »
Who’s Playing When & Where – December 22, 2023
Captain’s Table 410-289-7192 15th & Boardwalk In The Courtyard Marriott Fridays & Saturdays: Phil Perdue on PianoCoins Pub 410-289-3100 28th St. Plaza On Coastal Hwy. Sunday, Dec. 31: First Class trioCork Bar Wicomico St., Downtown O.C. Saturday, Dec. 23: Lennon & The LeftoversCrabcake Factory Bayside 302-988-5000 37314 Lighthouse Rd., Rte. 54 Selbyville, DE Friday, Dec. 22:… Read more »
Cops & Courts – December 22, 2023
Sex Abuse SentenceSNOW HILL – A Maryland man was sentenced to 25 years in jail after being convicted last summer of sexual abuse of a minor.On Dec. 15, 2023, Alvin Lee Redmon, Jr., age 29 of Lusby, was sentenced to serve 25 years in the Division of Corrections for his conviction on the charge of… Read more »