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 »
Category: Opinions
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
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 »
Special Event Zone Achieved OC’s Goal
For many years, as recently as 2020, this weekend in Ocean City was marred by an outlier group of vehicle enthusiasts intent on wreaking havoc on the roads of Ocean City. Over the last three years, the non-event – called a pop-up rally — has trickled to nothing.We think if another year goes by –… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – September 22, 2023
For as many people who converge on the Ocean City area for bike week, it’s amazing there are not more incidents. There are significant accidents typically and a few assaults, but for the most part it’s a safe weekend. It may not be peaceful and quiet, but it’s a significant economic punch for most businesses,… Read more »
9/11 Best Remembered Through First Responders
On Sept. 11, 2001, the New York Fire Department lost 343 firefighters/paramedics – about half of its entire fleet of personnel.Last Sunday, “60 Minutes” featured the NYFD interviewing the men and women who were on the ground and responded to the twin towers site the morning 22 years ago. The piece, which is worth a… Read more »
Voices From The Readers – September 15, 2023
Developer Criticizes Process, CouncilmanEditor:Monday’s Berlin Town Council meeting resulted in yet another failed agreement after at least a couple previous failures. As everyone already knows we have been negotiating on the purchase of lots 57. 191 and 410 for over a year. This resulted in reducing the sale to include only lot 57 where the abandoned… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – September 15, 2023
The Worcester County Board of Education’s full response to the Worcester County Commissioners’ letters last week seeking more details on budget practices and specifics was received yesterday. A more detailed story will be coming next week as it was emailed too close to deadline.In the written response to the Worcester County Commissioners, Board of Education… Read more »
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 »
Voices From The Readers – September 8, 2023
Parents, Stay Informed On Child’s EducationEditor:School is back in session, parents are completing all those forms, which apparently now are done online. Parents, be mindful of the consent you are giving the Board of Education about your child’s health and curriculum options.Hopefully in those forms, there will be an option to “opt-in” to choices about… Read more »