The five winners of the Ocean City Elks Drug Awareness Program were recently recognized. There was a tie for first place between Catherine Cullen and Caitlin Shimko, front, for submissions from Worcester Preparatory School. Pictured, back from left, are WPS Head of Middle School Megan Wallace, Elks Drug Awareness Chairperson Chet Foster, Elks Exalted Ruler… Read more »
The Delmarva Shorebirds Community Fund presented a $25,000 donation to Wicomico Recreation & Parks’ Field 7 ½ initiative. Field 7 ½ is designed to provide individuals with physical or mental disabilities the opportunity to play baseball. With a location between existing fields 7 and 8 at the Henry S. Parker Athletic Complex, Field 7 ½… Read more »
The Worcester County NAACP hosted Census spokesperson James Jones at its January meeting. Jones emphasized the significance of the 2020 Census as the results help determine our state’s representatives in Congress. The NAACP meetings are held the third Thursday of the month at the North Worcester County Senior Center in Berlin. Jones is pictured with NAACP… Read more »
Exalted Ruler Kevin Matthews initiated 27 new members into Ocean City Elks Lodge 2645 last month in the Flaig-Wagner Banquet Hall at the Elks Lodge on Sinepuxent Avenue. After the ceremony, new members along with family and friends, enjoyed camaraderie and fellowship in the downstairs lounge. Submitted Photos
The Lions Club MD District 22 B Governor John Lawrence visited the Ocean City Lions Club and shared his message, “Experience the Joy of Service.” Lawrence is pictured with Ocean City Lions President John Topfer.
District Governor Bill Ferguson recently installed two new members into the Ocean City-Berlin Rotary Club. Pictured, from left, are Gina Shaffer, Brian Shockley, Ferguson and the new members’ sponsor, Margaret Mudron. The club meets every Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the Residence Inn by Marriott in Ocean City.
Lower Shore CASA, a division of Worcester Youth & Family Counseling Services, Inc., has announced the appointment of three new Court Appointed Special Advocates, or CASAs, to the program. The newly certified volunteers are Doreen Angelo Haynes, Cynthia “Cyndy” Smoak and Regina “Reggie” Chapman. CASA volunteers are court appointed, trained and committed adults who represent… Read more »
At its annual dinner, the Rotary Foundation Ocean City-Berlin Rotary Club President Margaret Mudron and her club with five awards including 100% Club Giving, 100% Every Rotarian Every Year, End Polio Now support, District Grant Award and the Rotary Citation with Silver Distinction. Pictured with the awards from left to right are Stan Kahn, Cliff… Read more »
The Salisbury Jaycees recently announced the 2019 award winners during the chapter’s annual Awards and Installation Banquet. Jason Rhodes earned the John Armbruster Award for the most active veteran member, Tyler Harwood earned the Hidden Hero Award, D’Shawn Doughty and Kyle Livingston won the Key Persons Award, Allen Swiger won the Outstanding Community Partner Award… Read more »
Nick Busko and Emory Busko of Scout Troop 621 accept a check from O.C. Lions Club President John Topfer. Emory has achieved the rank of 1st class and is the Sr. Patrol Leader of this all-girl troop. In 2019, the Boy Scouts of America allowed girls to form separate troops, follow the BSA curriculum and earn… Read more »
