BERLIN – The local community lost a giant this week with the passing of Steve Falck, a surfer, coach, businessman, father, husband and perhaps, most importantly, a shining example of how to handle adversity with dignity, class and grace.Falck, 64, died peacefully at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury last Sunday after a lengthy… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – A 16th century replica of the Spanish Navy tall ship the Nao Victoria Galeon will be arriving in Ocean City in late August offering tours and exhibits of its history.Last week the Ocean City Recreation and Parks Commission was presented with a private event application from Bryan Lilley of National Air, Sea… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – A 16th century replica of the Spanish Navy tall ship the Nao Victoria Galeon will be arriving in Ocean City in late August offering tours and exhibits of its history.Last week the Ocean City Recreation and Parks Commission was presented with a private event application from Bryan Lilley of National Air, Sea… Read more »
SALISBURY — A former Ocean City Police officer and Worcester County Sheriff candidate was charged with assault weapons violations this week after a joint investigation by law enforcement in Worcester and Wicomico counties allegedly connected him to an attempted illegal sale of an AK-47 in Salisbury.In late June, investigators from the Wicomico County Narcotics Task… Read more »
BERLIN — Serving as a West Ocean City landmark since the 1940’s, the independently-owned Alamo Motel offers a unique experience that larger hotel chains cannot duplicate, according to owner Roscoe Nelson.Built in 1945 by World War II “Flying Tiger” pilot Bill Weaver, the Alamo’s design was inspired by the more famous building of the same… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — There are so many great things about Ocean City’s beaches. Fresh air, warm sand, rolling waves, friendly faces. The list could go on and on. But, let’s face it. seagulls would not make the list.Seagulls are a nuisance, hovering overhead, squawking loudly, stealing food. Personally, many could do without them. And so… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – The modification of the late night bus shift in the winter months is being forwarded to the Maryland Transportation Administration after a public hearing held this week over the matter met no opposition.According to Public Works Director Hal Adkins, in May of 2010 during budget discussions the Mayor and City Council chose… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – A petition opposing newly installed areas of paid parking around the resort has received sufficient numbers of signatures, according to organizers, but the effort will continue until this month’s deadline.Last month the majority of the City Council voted to approve an ordinance that will enact new areas of paid parking to bring… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — Regional businesses and swimming enthusiasts are sponsoring an Open Water Swim in Ocean City this month to benefit the Johns Hopkins Outpatient Neuro Rehabilitation Program. The event features one-mile, three-mile and nine-mile distances for qualifying swimmers of all ages Saturday, July 20, beginning at 10 a.m.“This is a wonderful opportunity for both… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – Bring a blanket, beach chair or plop right down in the sand and enjoy Quiet Storm’s Surf and Skate Movies on the Beach in Ocean City on the beach downtown.Quiet Storm in collaboration with local promoter, Brad Hoffman known as B-Rad MC, are playing free surf and skate movies on the beach… Read more »