Response To LetterEditor:We are writing in response to last week’s letter “Irresponsible Leadership” where Mr. Chismar noted that Susan Jones comments to WJZ TV were “outrageous and needs to be addressed.” We believe this warrants a bit of background context.Since the middle of March, we have been meeting regularly to address the effects of COVID… Read more »
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A Week In Business – August 7, 2020
Bank Scholarships PresentedBERLIN — Taylor Bank has selected three area high school seniors as recipients of the Calvin B. Taylor Memorial Scholarship.The scholarship is for $1,000 towards continuing education expenses and is based on student accomplishments in the areas of academics, leadership, community service, extracurricular activities, and an essay.One student was selected from each county… Read more »
OCBP Alumni Of The Week, Chip Dashiell, Eight Summers
(Editor’s Note: The following is a series on the men and women who have spent their summers protecting all those who came to Ocean City for fun and safe vacation.)OCEAN CITY — It’s been noted the building of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and the Bay Bridge Tunnel did for Ocean City in the 20th Century… Read more »
Obituaries – August 7, 2020
Shirley D. WoronieckiSALISBURY — Shirley D. Woroniecki, age 80, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2020 at Stansell Hospice House in Ocean Pines.Born in Berlin, she was the daughter of the late Luther and Clara Smack Dennis. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph E. Woroniecki, in 2018. Surviving are her children, Brian… Read more »
Voices From The Readers – July 31, 2020
Coverage AppreciatedEditor:Thanks to The Dispatch for helping us find the individuals who rescued the teenagers on Assateague Beach on July 12. We were so glad to be able to express our gratitude to them.Kay ChaffinchxFeeling Good Vs. Doing GoodEditor:Burning down your neighbor’s house or business because you are angry may make you feel good, but… Read more »
OCBP Alumni Of The Week, Steve Buckman, Quietly Becoming World’s Fastest Guard
(Editor’s Note: The following is a series on the men and women who have spent their summers protecting all those who came to Ocean City for fun and safe vacation.)OCEAN CITY – It’s often the case in life that perceptions of people change and that first impressions are not always the one you end up… Read more »
Obituaries – July 31, 2020
Gary Allen WalkerOCEAN CITY — Gary Allen Walker, age 71, died on July 19, 2020 at his home.Born in Denver, Colo, he was the son of the late John Walker and Gladys Petry Walker. He is survived by his sister Nancy Walker of Foxborough, Mass., numerous cousins, and a town full of friends.Gary was long-time… Read more »
Open Houses July 31, 2020
OCEAN CITY The Latitudes 25th Street Bayfront Thurs-Mon 10-4 New Construction 3BR/3BA/Garage Townhomes Mary McCracken Long & Foster 410-430-7302xOCEAN CITY 7 Corner Store Ln Sunset Island 67th St. Bayside Sat 1-3:30 4BR+Den 3FB/2HB TH Kim Mcguigan Shore Results 443-496-1446xSNOW HILL 203 Washington St VIRTUAL TOUR Sat 2-3 1910 Colonial Home 5BR/2.5BA/3400SF Totally Renovated Kim Mcguigan… Read more »
Who’s Playing When & Where – July 31, 2020
Buxy’s Salty Dog/Dry Dock 28 410-289-0973 28th St. & Coastal Hwy. Friday, July 31: DJ Wax Tuesdays: Sean “Spiffy” StylesxClarion Hotel 410-524-3535 • 10100 Coastal Hwy. Lenny’s Beach Bar & Grill: Friday & Saturday, July 31 & Aug. 1: Stephen Anthony, Noon-4 p.m. Friday-Sunday, July 31-Aug. 2: On The Edge Monday-Thursday, Aug. 3-6: First ClassxCoconuts Beach… Read more »
A Week In Business – July 31, 2020
Contractors Completes ProjectSALISBURY – Vice President Tyler Barnes of Gillis Gilkerson has announced the company’s completion of construction on the new Taylor Bank facility in Onley, Va. The full-service bank branch isnow open for business on the corner of Main Street and Shore Parkway.“We value the relationship we have with Taylor Bank,” said Barnes. “We’ve completed… Read more »