According to an article posted on marylandreporter.com, some Eastern Shore lawmakers feel the Maryland Department of Environment is making it difficult for the Department of Agriculture to work effectively and is subsequently causing harm to state farmers. We see how this would be a legitimate concern for some, but a comment from a veteran lawmaker… Read more »
Category: Opinions
Voices From The Readers
Community Support LaudedEditor:On behalf of the board of Lower Shore Chapter of the American Red Cross, I would like to extend our sincere thanks to Steve Pappas, Eileen Abeel, Great Scott Broadcasting, DJ Wax and the staff of the Original Greene Turtle for their unwavering support of the local Red Cross Chapter.Everyone went far beyond… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk
For the second time in a year, the Ocean City Mayor and Council appears poised to expand the hours that bikes can be on the Boardwalk in the peak season. Last summer, between the Memorial Day and Labor Day holidays, bikes were allowed on the boards till 10 a.m. on the weekends and 11 a.m…. Read more »
A Great Place To Live, Even In A Blizzard
Editor:It’s winter time in a summer town. If you ever questioned the heart of the community or wondered if the greater Ocean City area is a great place to call home, the answers were evident Super Bowl Sunday (Feb. 7).It was the day of the “big dig” after some of us longtime locals saw more… Read more »
Voices From The Readers
Taxi Changes InevitableEditor:As a one-time taxicab company owner, I seen it coming three years ago and here it is. This is why I left Ocean City. The mayor and city council does not care about the taxi owners. I was even threatened at a council meeting when I asked about selling ads on my taxis. Are… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk
When local governments start hacking away at their expenditures and receivables over the next few months, it’s been said everything is on the table. Ocean City has already shown this penchant repeatedly, particularly when it agreed to turn off every other light bulb in the Inlet parking lot this winter.The county proved this week it’s… Read more »
Compromise Worked In Resort’s Taxi Drama
Government is often all about compromise. The latest example of achieving a middle ground on a controversial subject is the regulation of the taxicab industry in Ocean City.Ultimately, after lots of exaggerations and accusations, the end result is this: each taxi cab driver will have to buy a one-time medallion for $1,500 ($500 for an… Read more »
Voices From The Readers
Perplexing CommentsEditor:Joe Kroart, what’s with the rabid dog act? Your criticism of the motivation behind Michael James’ letter was downright nasty. Why would you be so surprised that James’s opinions agree with a number of elected official’s opinions regarding child sex offenders? The similar views that James and these others expressed are shared by many… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk
June has long been a month many in the hospitality industry refer to as “pre-season.” It’s a time when staff is being trained, businesses are ironing out operations and sales slowly build as the month approaches its end and gives way to the boom of July.It’s no secret June is not a busy time for… Read more »
Honors System Makes Sense For County Students
The Worcester County Board of Education will likely next month alter the way it distinguishes students, and the change is a good thing for local students.Currently, each county high school recognizes a Valedictorian and a Salutatorian. These are the students with the highest cumulative grade point averages (GPA). Many other students are honored at graduations… Read more »