Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – September 29, 2023

Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – September 29, 2023

Every meeting between Worcester County and the Maryland Department of Transportation is like watching a television re-run. The state outlines current initiatives and one or more county officials express disappointment that Route 589 has been bumped by Route 90 as the local priority project.During last week’s meeting, SHA Administrator Will Pines informed the County Commissioners… Read more »

Music Festival Merits Optimism

Music Festival Merits Optimism

Whenever a new event or endeavor is undertaken, like one of Oceans Calling Festival’s magnitude, there are bound to be concerns and issues. It’s natural for people to be cautious and even skeptical about something new, especially when as public and influential as a concert festival with a major practical impact on the downtown area…. Read more »

Voices From The Readers – September 22, 2023

Voices From The Readers – September 22, 2023

Book Policy UnacceptableEditor:In rebuttal to Gwen Lehman’s letter to the editor response, “no,” banning public school books is not about misinterpreting Huck Finn. It is about XXX pornography lurking in our public school libraries. “All Boys Aren’t Blue” depicts graphic sexual rapes between school age, male cousins, one raping his younger cousin while both enjoy… Read more »

Heroes In Red Deserve A Salute

Heroes In Red Deserve A Salute

Over Labor Day weekend, there were 34 lifeguard stands and 15 four-wheel quads covering 10 miles of beach in Ocean City. This is not unusual for this time of year because of seasonal staffing issues. What was unique about this holiday weekend was the hot and humid weather as well as strong ocean currents from… Read more »