The Ocean City-Berlin Optimist Club sponsored an art contest run by the Worcester County Arts Council, with the winners announced Feb. 11. Honorees were, front from left, Aria Islam, Gloria Richards-Judge and Cadie Littleton; back, Alyssa Garner, Kayla Halbig, Nadia Bullock and Jacob Payne. Not pictured were winners Izzy Huber and Brianah Shockley.
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Obituaries – February 18, 2022
Robert Reid GodfreySNOW HILL — Robert Reid Godfrey, age 88, died on Sunday Jan. 23, 2022, at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury.Born one of 12 children to William and Catherine (Beauchamp) Godfrey, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife Carol Ann (Hill) Godfrey and nine of his siblings. He is survived… Read more »
2022 Democratic Women’s Club Board Sworn In
Worcester County Commissioner Josh Nordstrom swore in the 2022 Democratic Women’s Club Board at the club’s holiday luncheon in December. Pictured in the back row are Board Members at-Large: Susan Buyer, Rosie Bean, Rebekah Simonds. Pictured in the front row are Sue Challis, corresponding Secretary, Pat Tarr, Recording secretary, Bev Thomas, vice president, Deborah Fisher-Reynolds… Read more »
Stephen Decatur Middle School Builders Club Quilt Fundraiser
Members of the Stephen Decatur Middle School Builders Club are pictured working on a quilt for Showell Elementary School student Lakelyn Draheim who is battling cancer. They’re also participating in a “LakelynStrong” fundraiser at the Greene Turtle in West Ocean City on March 2 from 5-9 p.m.
Challenger Baseball Program Eyes Spring Return
SALISBURY – Field 7 ½ welcomes back Little League Challenger, an adaptive baseball program designed to provide individuals with physical and intellectual challenges the opportunity to participate in a Little League environment structured to their abilities.With the goal of providing an opportunity for everyone to play, there are two divisions. Little League Challenger Division is… Read more »
A Week In Business – February 18, 2022
Sports Network LaunchedSALISBURY – Draper Media, which owns and operates local television and radio stations on the Delmarva Peninsula including WBOC and WRDE, has launched the area’s first and only local sports television station, Delmarva Sports Network (DSN).“The Draper family has always been committed to serving our audience and advertising partners with top-quality content,“ says… Read more »
Ocean City Elementary School Introduces Number Lines
Kristie Fogle’s second grade class at Ocean City Elementary School has been working on solving two-digit addition problems using a number line. Pictured, from left, are Tucker Ashton, Roman James, Lucy Bergeman and Franny Bergeman. Each student is showing a different way to solve the same problem. Submitted Photos
Worcester County Recognizes Children’s Dental Health Month
The Worcester County Commissioners on Feb. 1 presented a proclamation to Cynthia Heselbach of the Worcester County Dental Center in Berlin recognizing February as Children’s Dental Health Month in Worcester County. The dental center, which operates under the auspices of the Worcester County Health Department, serves those under age 21 or pregnant who are low… Read more »
Who’s Playing When & Where – February 18, 2022
Coins Pub 410-289-3100 28th St. Plaza On Coastal Hwy. Saturday, Feb. 19: Lennon La Ricci & LeftoversCork Bar Saturday, Feb. 19: Chris Diller Sunday, Feb. 20: Skid LidCrabcake Factory Bayside 302-988-5000 37314 Lighthouse Rd., Rte. 54 Selbyville, DE Friday, Feb. 18: Opposite Directions Tuesday, Feb. 22: Monkee Paw Wednesday, Feb. 23: Brian BishopCrawl Street Tavern… Read more »
Things To Do Around Town – February 18, 2022
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 Friday: Bingo Knights of Columbus will host with doors open at 5 p.m. and bingo beginning promptly at 6:30 p.m. Held at the Co-lumbus Hall at… Read more »