The county’s budget problems took a turn for the worst this week as it appears the county’s 3-percent mandated cuts will not include public education.In a choreographed sequence of events at school board headquarters in Newark on Tuesday, Worcester County Board of Education did not approve a budget for the next fiscal year as was… Read more »
One day before the state projected an even deeper budget shortfall for the next fiscal year, Baltimore City Superintendent of Schools Dr. Anders Alonso made some waves when he announced a multi-faceted plan to cut the school system’s spending. Along with a consolidation and closing of certain schools, he wants to see the central office… Read more »
Faced with natural concerns associated with the wild horse population on Assateague Island, federal officials opted for the logical alternative. Going with what is essentially a slightly more aggressive version of the status quo was a wise decision. The millions who visit Assateague Island each year find the wild horses to be quite charming and there… Read more »
City CompensationWorth A Close LookEditor:Last week’s letter in your publication by Naomi Dodge commended Ocean City Council member Mary Knight while discrediting Council member Margaret Pillas and Veronica Potter, a letter writer who supported Pillas’ efforts to obtain the total compensation paid to various Ocean City employees.Ms. Dodge believed that Pillas’ efforts were a waste… Read more »
While numbers can be manipulated to make just about any kind of point, it’s also true they can tell an interesting story. Here’s some numbers of note that I came across over the last week:— 3: Inches of snow that fell at my office in Berlin. My scientific way of coming to this number was… Read more »
Fishermen, by their nature, are a sensitive and cynical bunch. This is usually the case whether you are a recreational or commercial type. However, the current situation involving proposed flounder restrictions is reason for concern.There are times when fishermen cry foul unnecessarily. There are some who seem to take the proverbial “us vs. them” mentality… Read more »
A Retirement Message From A Letter CarrierEditor:If you live from 82nd Street up to (but not thru) 94th Street, I’ve been your letter carrier for the past nine years. After 23 years with the post office, it’s time for me to get out while I still have my good health and can enjoy myself a… Read more »
It was startling to hear City Hall is supporting alternative four of all the proposed Route 50 Bridge projects. Fortunately, this project will not be happening anytime soon, and there’s plenty of time to evaluate this enormous project. It’s worth pointing out this endorsed option received the most criticism from local people at the various… Read more »
A major decision, one that should have long-range ramifications for Ocean City and the surrounding area, was made at City Hall this week.Presented with a number of options for the expansion of the Roland E. Powell Convention Center, the Ocean City Mayor and Council chose the most aggressive. It was the right decision. The option selected… Read more »
Mandated Cuts Will Devastate SchoolsEditor:During the economic crisis we are facing, I believe we need to really prioritize our spending. Thanks to the commitment of our County Commissioners of the past and present, our schools have been a priority and we have enjoyed an excellent return on our investment. Worcester County is recognized as one… Read more »