Voices From The Readers

Voices From The Readers

Conservative Claim Is Not The Reality Editor:In a recent interview, Council President Jim Hall touts his conservatism, and states he has no regrets as he reflects on 2011. A conservative is one who is cautious with taxpayers’ money, believes in limited government intervention and most importantly is fiscally responsible.President Hall and his majority were not… Read more »

Voices From The Readers

Voices From The Readers

Panel Should Study OC Police Department Editor:I have lived in Ocean City for 30-plus years and have seen three police chiefs run our department. Current Chief Bernadette DiPino’s tenure has seen a lot of controversies come and go.The OCPD has been sued by its officers many times. There was a vote by the FOP of… Read more »

Voices From The Readers

Voices From The Readers

Youth Get Training Editor:On Wednesday, Nov. 16, the Lower Shore Chapter of the American Red Cross conducted a regional Day of Training for three of the areas Jr. Red Cross Clubs. Approximately 80 young adults traveling from Snow Hill High, Worcester Prep and Stephen Decatur High School took part in a full day of CPR/AED… Read more »

Voices From The Readers

Voices From The Readers

Support Was Special Editor:Thank you Ocean City community and the Ocean City Baptist Church (OCBC) for another successful free Thanksgiving Dinner.This was the 34th year that OCBC has hosted this great event and every year it amazes me how God brings it together. As the new pastor of OCBC, I am not new to this…. Read more »

Voices From The Readers

Voices From The Readers

Council Erred On Election Editor: Here we go again. Six out of seven council members voted to maintain separate elections.Congratulations to Joe Hall, the only member with enough sense to hold the elections on the same dates.One council member wants to have fun, food and music. Oh well, whats 10,000-plus dollars? Just a drop in the bucket for… Read more »

Voices From The Readers

Voices From The Readers

Community Support Made Gala A Success Editor:On Nov. 12, the greater Ocean City area gathered to honor Leighton Moore as he was presented with the Second Annual Hal Glick Distinguished Service Award.A sold out ballroom of 435 people came out to honor Moore at the Clarion Fontainebleau Resort Hotel, for his many years of quiet… Read more »

Voices From The Readers

Voices From The Readers

High Hopes For New Program Editor:Nov. 11 is Veterans Day, a time in which we as a nation pause to give thanks to the brave men and women of our military, and their families, for all they have sacrificed for our nation. Our military families face enormous challenges, not just emotionally, but financially, and I… Read more »

Voices From The Readers

Voices From The Readers

Not Time For Gas Tax HikeEditor:The latest Blue Ribbon Commission on Transportation funding has recently announced its recommendations to significantly increase the gas tax and to double vehicle registration and inspection fees, taking over $900 million per year out of Marylanders pockets. While some jobs may well be created, there is no doubt that some… Read more »

Voices From The Readers

Voices From The Readers

Arrogance DisturbingEditorThe “Four” have now discarded all pretense of directing Ocean City in the way we voters elected them for.Right after Council President Jim Hall told the Citizens For Ocean City that the future would hold a process of discussion, compromise and transparency, he announced at the last council meeting the pavement issue would be… Read more »