First days of school provide opportunities every year to take stock of family life.In my household, a lot has changed in one year.At this time last year, Pam and I were adjusting to a new world with our Beckett, 15, attending boarding school in Virginia. It was an uncomfortable feeling and there was truly a… Read more »
Author Archives: Steven Green
Heroes In Red Deserve A Salute
Over Labor Day weekend, there were 34 lifeguard stands and 15 four-wheel quads covering 10 miles of beach in Ocean City. This is not unusual for this time of year because of seasonal staffing issues. What was unique about this holiday weekend was the hot and humid weather as well as strong ocean currents from… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – September 8, 2023
The Worcester County Commissioners sent a letter to the Worcester County Board of Education this week that most likely went over like a lead balloon in Newark.In a letter to Worcester County Board of Education President Todd Ferrante, Commission President Chip Bertino wrote, “On behalf of my fellow commissioners, I would like to thank you… Read more »
Things I Like – September 8, 2023
The feeling after a successful first day of school dropHigh school sportsMatthew Broderick in “Painkiller”Facebook on the first day of schoolWatching kids build a sand castleLive music days in BerlinAn old baseball hatTaking off a tieSteamed shrimp and a cold beerA morning sweat to start the dayAn audio book for a road trip
The Adventures Of Fatherhood – September 1, 2023
Gone evidently are the days when there is excitement in the house about heading back to school.Some examples: Last weekend, I asked Beckett, 15, if he was looking forward to school. The conversation is easy to remember because it was short with minimal engagement. Me: So, are you ready to go back to school?Him: No.Me:… Read more »
School Behavior Crackdown A Must
With students returning to school next week throughout Worcester County, parents need to be aware of a tougher approach to discipline by law enforcement.During the school year, it’s common in most school systems to hear of serious and concerning behaviors by students. Worcester County is no different, and there are serious incidents that occur occasionally,… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – September 1, 2023
(Editor’s Note: In full disclosure, I am a member of the Berlin Mayor and Council. Since being elected last October, I have not expressed any opinions on Berlin matters in this space. A decision this week requires an exception.)This week’s 3-2 vote by the Berlin Town Council was a mistake. The vote means the town… Read more »
Things I Like – September 1, 2023
Labor Day weekend’s mixed feelingsRandom beach run-insOrioles’ orangeAppetizers for dinnerFast moving fantasy football draftsA U.S. flag blowing in the wind on the beachCollege drop-off photos on social mediaSeptember beach daysReading the locks on the OC pier fenceWhen my teen handles a disappointment wellAnything from RTIC
The Adventures Of Fatherhood – August 25, 2023
There are many special events held in Ocean City each year, but the most meaningful to me is Surfers Healing. Surfers Healing is a traveling surf camp that offers children and teens with disabilities opportunities to go surfing with buddies. A message on the organization’s website reads, “Yet even though we had 6000+ participants at… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – August 25, 2023
Though no official word has come from the Town of Ocean City, indications are next year’s OC Air Show could be bumped to late August. There are at least two aviation industry websites listing next year’s air show – annually held in June in the resort – will be Aug. 24-25, 2024, a date the… Read more »