BERLIN — Assateague Coastal Trust (ACT) announced last month its opposition to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) proposed offshore oil and gas exploration and drilling leases for the Mid-Atlantic coast.“ACT stands firm in its commitment to encourage solar and offshore wind energy development for our region, with less dependency on fossil fuel technologies,”… Read more »
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Community Survey On OC Public Parks’ Future Planned
OCEAN CITY — As the town of Ocean City moves forward with its new overall strategic plan, recreation officials are on a parallel course with discussions on the future of the resort’s public parks.During a Recreation and Parks Committee meeting last month, discussions resumed on a citywide park master plan. Ocean City is currently considering… Read more »
States Look To Block Sysco-U.S. Foods Merger
BERLIN — Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh last week joined the growing battle to prevent a merger of two foodservice distribution giants, including one of the players that has a strong presence in Worcester County.Frosh last week joined colleagues from nine states and the District of Columbia along with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in… Read more »
Al Berger Remembered For Business, Philanthropic Work
OCEAN CITY — Ocean City lost a treasure last weekend with the passing of Albert Berger, a former downtown retailer whose vast public service efforts extended to nearly every corner of the resort community.Berger, 97, passed away last Sunday at AGH, where he was a founding member of the hospital’s fundraising arm.For decades, Berger and… Read more »
CASA Program Seeks Pirate Volunteers For Benefit
BERLIN – A local advocacy group is looking for pirates to “help sink child abuse” as it prepares for its annual fundraiser.The Lower Shore Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program is looking for individual and business volunteers as its annual fundraiser, the Pirate Party, approaches.“We don’t turn anybody away,” said Brigitte Southworth, director of CASA…. Read more »
Mounting School Closures Mean Decisions Ahead
BERLIN — While a bill that would mandate a post-Labor Day start to the school year continues to plod through the General Assembly, the number of weather-related school closure days on the Lower Shore and across the state continues to mount.Schools across Maryland were closed again on Thursday and Friday from the latest winter storm,… Read more »
Vehicle Franchise Change Sought To Allow Snowball Sales
OCEAN CITY – The summertime tradition of snowballs could fill the vacant position as Ocean City’s ice cream truck franchise as officials were open this week to amending the code.Over the last month, the Mayor and City Council have been debating the definition of what is allowed to be sold on the city’s vehicle vending… Read more »
Salisbury Man Killed During Scuffle With Police
SALISBURY — An armed Salisbury man was shot and killed in an officer-involved shooting during an apparent scrap over a loaded gun with a Wicomico County Sheriff’s Deputy early Tuesday morning.The investigation revealed around 1:45 a.m. on Tuesday, a Wicomico County Sheriff’s Deputy was patrolling in the area of Dennis Street in Salisbury when he… Read more »
Annual Luncheon To Present Awards To Leading Women
BERLIN — The Worcester County Commissioners proclaimed March as Women’s History Month to encourage citizens to take this occasion to learn more about the history and accomplishments of women in America.The Worcester County Commission for Women will be celebrating Women’s History Month at a luncheon to be held on Wednesday, March 18, from 11 a.m.-2… Read more »
New OC Water Operation Clears Planning Hurdle
OCEAN CITY – Dead Freddies is in the clear to add the operation of paddle boats, stand up paddleboards and kayaks to the restaurant.On Tuesday evening, the Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing to consider granting a Conditional Use permit to OC Land Holdings, LLC, who owns all lots within the block between… Read more »