OCEAN CITY — Replacing the vastly popular Dew Tour has been a challenge for Ocean City, but resort officials this week gave initial approval to a homegrown, family-friendly event that could make that special event a distant memory. During Monday’s Mayor and Council meeting, the Tourism Advisory Board (TAB) presented a new special event, the… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — Are you ready to walk the walk and show your support for the homeless dogs and cats in our community? If so, then join the Worcester County Humane Society for a weekend of fundraising fun that includes the 19th Annual Boardwalkin’ for Pets on Saturday, April 21. Adults 21 and older are… Read more »
SNOW HILL – A change to the county’s zoning code is expected to allow plans for a cottage court to proceed in West Ocean City. The Worcester County Commissioners on Tuesday approved a text amendment to allow for cottage courts — groups of vacation bungalows like those that used to be common in Ocean City… Read more »
BERLIN – An event designed with man’s best friend in mind returns to Ocean City this month. On April 21 and 22, Pooch Palooza returns to Frontier Town Western Theme Park and Campground. The fourth annual festival highlights dogs and features games, competitions and exhibitions for canines. “There’s nothing else quite like it,” said organizer… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — The debate over requiring all short-term vacation rental listings to include business license information renewed this week, but there were still no clear-cut solutions decided upon. During an earlier discussion last month, a debate ensued about requiring all vacation rental listings to include business license information. Staff was directed to explore that… Read more »
BERLIN – A proposal for a subdivision on Burley Street drew concerns from several neighborhood residents this week. As the town’s planning commission reviewed a concept plan for a residential subdivision at 33 Burley St., neighbors said they were opposed to the proposal. “You’re getting ready to open Pandora’s box,” Burley Street resident Barry Neeb… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — Resort tourism officials this week agreed to sign on to a new promotional and marketing opportunity during the annual White Marlin Open (WMO) this summer. During Monday’s Tourism Committee meeting, Fish in OC promoter Scott Lenox pitched the concept for the 2018 WMO in August. Fish in OC and its partners produce… Read more »
WEST OCEAN CITY – An iconic resort business has expanded with a new location in West Ocean City. Located along Route 50, Dolle’s Candyland is now offering its famed saltwater taffy, caramel popcorn, fudge, and other gifts and treats at its newest storefront within the Park Place Plaza. Anna Dolle Bushnell, co-owner of Dolle’s Candyland,… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — Charging electric vehicles in Ocean City could become faster and more efficient, but it could also come with a price tag. Ocean City officials this week heard a request to upgrade most of the electric vehicle charging stations in the resort, remove some and add more in new locations. The Electric Vehicle… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — Is Ocean City already taking enough steps to be considered a bike-friendly town without the proposed expense and effort to gain approval as an official Bicycle-Friendly Community? That was a question before the Mayor and Council this week, and after considerable debate, the majority believed seeking the coveted Bicycle-Friendly Community (BFC) designation… Read more »