Diakonia Executive Director Ken Argot was a guest speaker at a recent meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City. The club went on to make a $1,000 donation to the nonprofit. Pictured from left to right is Kiwanis Club President Bob Wolfing, Argot and President-Elect Candy Foreman during the check presentation.
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OC Paramedics Foundation Dedicated Leaf
The Ocean City Paramedics Foundation recently dedicated a leaf on the Tree of Life at Convention Center to Stan Kahn, a longtime member of the Foundation. In attendance were: Felecia Kahn, Paul Kahn, Sandy Gaal, Dan Harris, Marcia Hirsch, Veronica Kahn, Aviva Kahn, Buck Mann, Sidney Ward, Billy Carder, Rick Pairo, and Arlan Kenny.
OC American Legion Honors Volunteer
George (Bo) Spicer has been a mainstay at Ocean City American Legion Post 166 for years, volunteering for numerous projects, serving on the executive committee, and currently the chair of the post’s donation committee. Spicer, left, was presented with a quilt by Post Commandant Tom Wengert in appreciation for his efforts.
Obituaries – October 20, 2023
Virginia Ann McEwan KubiakBERLIN — On Oct. 9, 2023, Virginia Ann McEwan Kubiak, affectionately known as Ginny, peacefully left this world with her devoted husband, Rick, and cherished daughter, Alison, enveloping her in their loving embrace within the comforting confines of her home in Berlin. Her passing marked the end of a courageous fight against… Read more »
NFB Celebrates White Cane Awareness Day
The Worcester County Commissioners and Eastern Shore Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) of Maryland representatives celebrate October 15, 2023, as White Cane Awareness Day in Worcester County. Those pictured include NFB Eastern Shore Chapter President Anne Joyner (front row, from left), Heather Guy, Cathy Moody, and Amy Crouse; and Commissioners Caryn… Read more »
Obituaries – October 13, 2023
Kenneth Byron ShaferOCEAN CITY — Beloved husband, father and grandfather, Kenneth Byron Shafer, 71, of Ocean City, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023 at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin.He was the son of the late Lynn Rigdon Shafer and Martha (Eyre) Shafer. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Lynn Shafer.In addition to his wife,… Read more »
OC Center for the Arts Hosts Watercolor Class
Instructor Gerilyn Gaskill taught a classroom full of watercolor enthusiasts—both locals and visitors –on Sept. 28 at the Ocean City Center for the Arts. Pictured from left to right is Gaskill, George Shaffer, Olivia Smith, Janet Shaffer, Ann Stafford,Jean Radeacker, and Beth Bryson, George Brundage, Bonnie Rosinski, and Virginia Klarquist.
AGH Acquired Special Medical Equipment
Atlantic General Hospital has acquired a special piece of medical equipment that is especially helpful for young children, paid for with a $15,000 donation from American Legion Post 166. In lay terms, it is known as a non-invasive ventilator, and is used to assist breathing without having to create an artificial airway.. The donation was… Read more »
Kiwanis Donate to Cricket Center
On Sept. 26 the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City presented a check for $500 to the Cricket Center. Pictured in the center is the Kiwanis Club Treasurer Carolyn Dryzga.
American Legion Treated to Special Demonstration
Members of American Legion Post 166 were treated to a special demonstration by Rico, a dog specially trained to sniff out landmines so they can be deactivated by explosive experts. Rico is a Belgian Malinois, specially trained by the Marshall Legacy Institute of Alexandria, VA.At the Post, Rico and his handler, Anne Wooleyhand, worked a… Read more »