Dinner on the BoardwalkA eulogy that brings laughs and tearsBeing first at somethingSeeing my son doing his summer readingWatching kids try to play poolA scrapple, egg and cheese sandwich every now and againGetting lucky with no bay bridge trafficPersonalized picture calendars‘We Heart Berlin” bumper stickersS’mores and a bonfire on a Saturday nightThe last few pieces… Read more »
Author Archives: Steven Green
Reward Offered In West Ocean City Arson Case
BERLIN – A monetary reward is now being offered for information resulting in the arrest of a suspected arsonist.After an investigation last month, the Worcester County Fire Marshal found the fire at 12847 Harbor Road on the commercial harbor in West Ocean City to be arson. The early-morning blaze destroyed an unoccupied home and boat… Read more »
Body Cameras Needed For OC Police Officers
By 2025, according to recent legislation passed, police departments in Maryland are to have body cameras as part of their police officers’ uniforms.It was learned this week the Ocean City Police Department hopes to have body cameras purchased before then, as Chief Ross Buzzuro views them as, “a very valuable resource for us to move… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – July 16, 2021
Ocean City is right to seek more than a one-day event commitment from the Spartan race because the 2019 version was largely a daytripper event. Tourism dollars should not be spent on daytripper events that do not result in attendees spending money in the local economy, whether it be in restaurants and bars, retail stores,… Read more »
The Adventures Of Fatherhood – July 16, 2021
It’s amazing to me what excites my kids and what doesn’t.I was thinking about this on the beach last weekend. We drove to Assateague, passing horses at every turn and some of the best vistas found anywhere. At one point, I had to insist Carson pull his head out of his book and Beckett put… Read more »
Things I Like – July 16, 2021
Getting to Assateague early on a weekend dayAll appetizers for dinnerA marina’s atmosphere during a tournamentService with a smileThis year’s NBA Finals teamsA group of kids in my backyardBurgers hot off the grillSeeing my wife relaxingWrinkle-free clothesRiding on bike tires full of airA baby’s giggles
The Adventures Of Fatherhood – July 9, 2021
For several years, my kids were blessed to have many grandparents – seven to be exact.Due to our biological parents getting divorced while Pam and I were both young and remarrying, my kids had several years with many grandparents. It was a good thing. It also makes our family tree unique with many branches.With Pam’s… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – July 9, 2021
With Assateague’s popularity surging amid more vehicle traffic than ever, it’s time for the National Park Service to weigh changes to address public safety and wildlife welfare.Moonshadow’s death this week is not the first time a horse has died after being struck by a vehicle. In fact, since 1982, 35 horses have been fatally hit… Read more »
Things I Like – July 9, 2021
How great the local corn is nowBoth my kids falling asleep early from summer fun in the sunSpecial events in BerlinNewspapers hung in restaurant bathroomsBeing surprised by good newsWhen my kid repeats something I taught himA weekend of no shoesWhen a teenager’s politeness is realSwimming before breakfastSmall conch shellsSand on the floor of my truck
West Ocean City Harbor Fire Confirmed As Arson
OCEAN CITY — After a two-week investigation, the cause of a West Ocean City fire along the harbor has been confirmed as arson.In a release Tuesday, the Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office reported determining the fire was “intentional (or arson).”The fire, which occurred around 1:51 a.m. June 22, destroyed an unoccupied home and boat house… Read more »