Students from Berlin Intermediate School worked together last month to create decorations for the BIS Christmas Float. Students pictured above are Brody Olsen, Lily Fogle, Abby Bunting, Paxton Jack, Micah Hill, Jayden Garton and Brooke Warren.
Worcester Prep soccer coach Carol Hartnett recently presented senior Emily Copeland with the United Soccer Coaches “Senior Excellence Award.” Copeland was honored for her exceptional contributions to the team while exemplifying the finest attributes of a high school student-athlete.
Resident Director NamedOCEAN CITY – Merrill announced Zach Newton has been appointed resident director of Merrill’s Ocean City office.Newton will lead the Ocean City office’s team of Merrill financial advisors to continue to deliver individualized wealth management strategies to local individuals, families and businesses.“I believe Zach’s leadership skills make him the perfect candidate to lead… Read more »
The last day of the Kiwanis Annual Toy Drive was last week. After the last collection at the Dec. 4 meeting, the toys were delivered to Worcester G.O.L.D. (Giving Other Lives Dignity) in Snow Hill for distribution in conjunction with needs verified through Worcester County Social Services. Pictured, from left, are G.O.L.D. Executive Director Sandy… Read more »
The board of trustees at Wor-Wic Community College recently recognized the recipients of scholarships awarded to local high school graduates from Wicomico, Worcester and Somerset counties. The scholarship recipients, seated from left, are Miranda Atkins from Crisfield High School and Academy, Brooklyn Carey from Parkside High School, Kylie Mohler from Pocomoke High School, Justin Smith… Read more »
Ocean City Elementary School celebrated College and Career Spirit Day last month. Students were encouraged to wear a college shirt or dress in a career they might like to pursue in the future. Pictured, from left, are pre-kindergarten students Carter Justice, Amelia Purnell and Aubrey Newcomb.
Woman Kicks Ill ManOCEAN CITY — An Ocean City woman was charged with assault last week after allegedly kicking a reportedly terminally ill local man in the stomach during a dispute.Around 6:50 p.m. last Wednesday, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officer patrolling in the downtown area observed a male individual banging on the door… Read more »
The winner of the Ocean City Elks Lodge 2645 Ladies Auxiliary drawing was drawn by Shellie Gronsbell and the winner was lodge member Dick Scarborough. The funds raised will be used for various worthy causes including the Cricket Center and cancer research organizations. Pictured, from left, are fundraiser chair Peg Atkins, Scarborough and Auxiliary President… Read more »
Commissioner Misleads On Education SuccessesEditor:Worcester County Commissioner Chip Bertino in his commentary last month asked the question, “What will Kirwan mean for Worcester?” The answer is that the Kirwan Commission recommendations will result in an increase of some 30% or more Worcester students being college and career ready when they graduate from high school.Mr. Bertino… Read more »
Every Monday: TOPS Meeting 5:30-6:30 p.m. Atlantic General Hospital, Berlin. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a support group promoting weight loss and maintaining a healthy life-style.410-641-0157.Every Monday: Delmarva Chorus Meeting 7 p.m. Ocean Pines Community Center. Women of all ages invited to sing with the group. 410-641-6876.Second Monday Of Month: Ocean Pines Camera Club 7 p.m…. Read more »