Power Upgrade Planned For OC

OCEAN CITY — Delmarva Power this week announced a major high-voltage transmission line installation project is scheduled to begin in mid-town Ocean City early next year along Coastal Highway.The $5 million project is designed to improve electric service reliability in Ocean City and throughout Worcester County and Sussex County in Delaware. The proposal includes rebuilding… Read more »

State Warns Of Storm Scams

OCEAN CITY — In the wake of Hurricane Sandy and this week’s Nor’easter, the state’s Attorney General is warning citizens to take steps to protect themselves from scam artists and con men looking to take advantage of those in vulnerable situations.Sandy passed through the area two weeks ago, downing trees, blowing off roofs and siding,… Read more »

Sandy Called ‘An Elbow To The Ribs For Us On Delmarva’

SNOW HILL — Early estimates for exactly how much damage Hurricane Sandy wreaked in Worcester County are positive, though officials acknowledge that certain spots in the area were hit harder than others.“Most of the county infrastructure was left with little or no significant damage,” Emergency Services Director Teresa Owens told the County Commissioners Wednesday.According to… Read more »

Entrepreneur Award Presented

Entrepreneur Award Presented

SALISBURY – Maryland Capital Enterprises, Inc. (MCE) has announced that its inaugural Palmer Gillis Entrepreneur of the Year Award winner has been present4ed to Pete Roskovich, owner of Adams Ribs and Black Diamond Catering in Fruitland.The award was created to recognize the entrepreneurial spirit, outstanding accomplishments and sheer determination of local entrepreneurs who own and… Read more »

Resort Noise Rules Tightened

OCEAN CITY – Following another summer of noisy problem properties, the Noise Board has proposed amendments to move toward a more peaceful community in the future.Ocean City Noise Control Board Chairman Brett Wolf came before the Mayor and City Council on Monday to recommend several amendments to Town Code regarding noise.“We are here asking for… Read more »