NEWARK – Worcester County Public Schools (WCPS) announced this week the school system will receive over $2.6 million from the competitive Stronger Connections grant program under Title IV, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA).The competitive grant, which spans the next three academic years, provides funding to increase the school system’s capacity… Read more »
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State Announces Two Bridge Projects
BERLIN — The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will begin a project to clean and paint the structural steel beams on several bridges in Worcester County next week.Beginning Monday, July 31, work will start on both the Route 90 bridge over Worcester Highway in Berlin and the Bishopville Road bridge over the Bishopville… Read more »
What’s Your Sign? – July 28, 2023
ARIES (March 21 to April 19): A change that you hoped for is coming down the line, but you still need to be patient until more explanations are forthcoming. Continue to keep your enthusiasm in check.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): Your social life expands as new friends come into your life. But while you’re… Read more »
Greg Cathell Named 2023-2024 OC Lions President
Greg Cathell is the 2023 – 2024 OC Lions president. Pictured , left to right, back row are Director John Topher, Food Drive Chair Jeff Facello, Directors Ken Robertson and Doug Parks, Membership and Scholarship Chair Sean Williams, 2nd Vice President Mike Hooper and outgoing President Norm Cathell. Seated are 1st Vice President Scott Stark,… Read more »
Volunteers Sought For Joint Beach Cleanup Effort In Resort
OCEAN CITY – The public is invited to participate in a first-time collaborative beach and street cleanup Tuesday, Aug. 1 at 4th Street and the Boardwalk, from 8 until 10 a.m.Assateague Coastal Trust, Beach Heros-OC, Maryland Coastal Bays Program, Ocean City Surf Club, OC Go Green, Restore the Shore, Surfrider Foundation and the Town of… Read more »
Easter Seals Names Ambassador For September Walk
SALISBURY – Today, Scarlett Ward, of Parsonsburg, and her older brothers Jackson and Ryder race around the playground exploring every area together. Their parents, Kelsey and Jonathan, beam with pride because they know that one year ago, these cherished moments would not have been possible.One year ago, Scarlett was not able to stand, let alone… Read more »
Who’s Playing When & Where – July 28, 2023
Buxy’s/Dry Dock 28 410-289-BUXY 28th St. & Coastal Hwy. Saturday, July 29: Aaron Howell DuoCaptain’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, July 28: Darin Engh, Zion Reggae Band… Read more »
Michelle Nelson-Schmidt Talks About Finding Joy
Michelle Nelson-Schmidt, author and illustrator of 33 books, spoke about finding joy to dozens of children and adults at Caprichos Books in Ocean Pines on July 22.
Kennard River Run Donates Over $14K Back To Community
SALISBURY — As the result of a successful 2023 race, the Tim Kennard River Run donated more than $14,000 back to the community this month.The 18th annual event was held March 19 at Salisbury Bible Fellowship, with Rob’s Run for Kids held the prior day at the Evolution Craft Brewing Co. Public House. More than… Read more »
Knights of Columbus Donated to the Grace Center
The Knights of Columbus recently donated $400 to the Grace Center for Maternal and Women’s Health to support Aid and Support After Pregnancy (ASAP). Pictured right to left are Joann Manole, executive director of the Grace Center, accepting the Knights of Columbus ASAP check from Sir Knight Tom Anderson of OC Council #9053.