SALISBURY – There is always a child at camp who quietly holds back. When that camp is Camp Safe Harbor, a three-day program designed to help grieving children with remembrance and resilience after the death of a loved one, that child can be a source of concern.After hearing from the child’s mother, however, the camp’s… Read more »
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End Of An Era In Ocean City For J/R’s, Owner Jack Hubberman
OCEAN CITY — After 37 years serving Ocean City, first at the Potato Shack and then J/R’s, Jack Hubberman, the founder and owner, has officially retired.In 1977, Hubberman and his late wife Jackie came to Ocean City and opened The Potato Shack on 3rd Street and the Boardwalk. The Potato Shack wasn’t just a French… Read more »
Foundation Crowns Latest ‘Champions Of Education’
OCEAN CITY — Peck and Patti Miller have called Ocean City home for over 37 years. During that time, they opened and ran multiple businesses while bringing up three daughters. Their daughters were educated in the Worcester County Public School system.Today, the Miller girls enjoy successful careers in New York City, Charleston, S.C. and San… Read more »
Town Takes Over Annual Christmas Parade, Adds Reception At Carousel
OCEAN CITY — The 33rd Annual Ocean City Christmas Parade marches along Coastal Highway on Saturday, Dec. 5, starting at 11 a.m. on Old Landing Road and marching northbound in the southbound lanes of Coastal Highway to the Judges stand at 120th Street.The event will feature more than 50 units, including high school bands, horses,… Read more »
Ocean City Chamber Announces Annual Award Winners
OCEAN CITY — The Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce announced this week its annual award winners for 2015.These recipients represent the best in the area, according to chamber officials. Submissions are made in each category through July 31, which is followed by a review by a chamber selection committee made up of two current… Read more »
Vanishing Ocean City With Bunk Mann
The Dinner Bell was a popular Ocean City restaurant in the years following World War II. Located on the southeast corner of 3rd Street and Baltimore Avenue in the Monticello Hotel, it served homestyle cooking with an Eastern Shore flavor. Many still remember their delicious fresh baked rolls and fried chicken.The waitresses lived in a… Read more »
What’s Your Sign?
ARIES (March 21 to April 19): You still might have to deal with some lingering confusion that marked a recent workplace situation. But for the most part, you should now be well on your way to your next project.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): A new commitment might demand more time than you’d expected to… Read more »
Boardwalkin’ For Pets, Other Events Planned For Shelter; Adolfo’s Hosting Dinner Fundraiser
OCEAN CITY — Ocean City is going to the dogs April 24-26 for a weekend of fundraising for the Worcester County Humane Society, including the 16th Annual Boardwalkin’ for Pets event on Saturday, April 25.The weekend kicks off on Friday, April 24 at Adolfo’s on the ocean from 5-9 p.m. Advance tickets are being sold… Read more »