Directors AnnouncedOCEAN CITY – The Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present the 2023-2024 Board of Directors.Board officers include Chair Phillip Cheung, CG Accounting Group, LLC, Chair-Elect Steve Pastusak, Jolly Roger Amusement Park, Treasurer Salvatore Fasano, LaQuinta Hotel & Suites, Secretary Ashley Harrison, Harrison Group Resort Hotels, and Immediate Past Chair Bob Thompson, D&B Construction and Development.Ex… Read more »
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Voices From The Readers – October 13, 2023
County Disappoints With Memorial HandlingEditor:In 2017 our family sought to correct multiple inaccuracies on the Vietnam Memorial at the Worcester County Courthouse in Snow Hill. Because our two brothers’ names were on that memorial, we had some skin in the game. That memorial was “dedicated to the memory of the men of Worcester County who gave… Read more »
AGH Acquired Special Medical Equipment
Atlantic General Hospital has acquired a special piece of medical equipment that is especially helpful for young children, paid for with a $15,000 donation from American Legion Post 166. In lay terms, it is known as a non-invasive ventilator, and is used to assist breathing without having to create an artificial airway.. The donation was… Read more »
Who’s Playing When & Where – October 13, 2023
Buxy’s/Dry Dock 28 410-289-BUXY 28th St. & Coastal Hwy. Friday, Oct. 13: TBACaptain’s Table 410-289-7192 15th & Boardwalk In The Courtyard Marriott Fridays & Saturdays: Phil Perdue on PianoCoconuts Beach Bar & Grill 410-289-6846 37th & 38th St. Oceanside at Castle In The Sand Hotel Friday, Oct. 13: Darin Engh, Full Circle Saturday, Oct. 14: Bell… Read more »
Kiwanis Donate to Cricket Center
On Sept. 26 the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City presented a check for $500 to the Cricket Center. Pictured in the center is the Kiwanis Club Treasurer Carolyn Dryzga.
What’s Your Sign? – October 13, 2023
ARIES (March 21 to April 19): Your moodier side might emerge this week. But the dark period should pass in time for the party-loving Lamb to go on a happy gambol with some very special people this weekend.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): Yet again, you show your skills at being able to indulge in… Read more »
American Legion Treated to Special Demonstration
Members of American Legion Post 166 were treated to a special demonstration by Rico, a dog specially trained to sniff out landmines so they can be deactivated by explosive experts. Rico is a Belgian Malinois, specially trained by the Marshall Legacy Institute of Alexandria, VA.At the Post, Rico and his handler, Anne Wooleyhand, worked a… Read more »
OC Elementary School Custodian Honored
Ocean City Elementary School custodian Ivory Smith was named the 2023 Maryland State Education Association’s Support Professional of the Year. Smith was honored on Sept. 11 by Cheryl Smith, president of the Maryland State Teacher’s Association, Julie Smith, school principal, and John Carnahan, Uniserv Director for Worcester and Somerset counties.
Annual Marine Debris Plunder Event Announced
BERLIN — The Maryland Coastal Bays Program in partnership with Ørsted is hosting its annual Marine Debris Plunder clean up event Sunday Oct. 22 to encourage the community to pick up debris throughout the coastal bays.Boaters and land lubbers alike are encouraged to join the plunder to pick up debris that has been carelessly discarded… Read more »
Things To Do Around Town – October 13, 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 »