OCEAN CITY — Ocean City Police Chief Bernadette DiPino was appointed to the same position in Sarasota, Fla. this week after 10 years at the helm in the resort, leaving local officials with another department head position to fill.DiPino was appointed chief of police in Sarasota on Tuesday from a field of five candidates announced… Read more »
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Proposed Project For Cropper Concrete Site Gets Extension
OCEAN CITY — The future of the historic George B. Cropper Concrete Company property along the bay at North 1st Street immediately north of the Route 50 bridge looks a little brighter this week after resort planners approved an extension for a 94-unit mixed use residential project.In 2007, the previous property owner gained site plan… Read more »
Dew Tour Dates Reserved For 2013
OCEAN CITY – The Mayor and City Council swiftly ran through a list of items this week making a number of unanimous votes to move forward.HSA Contribution IncreasedThe Mayor and City Council voted unanimously to pass an ordinance on second reading to amend the Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution amount for employees participating in the… Read more »
NEW FOR THURSDAY: 2013 Dew Tour Dates Reserved On OC Calendar
OCEAN CITY — At this week’s Mayor and Council meeting, Private Events Coordinator Lisa Mitchell came before the council to request date holds and the location for the Dew Tour in 2013. Initially, the date hold was for load in from June 10-19, the event June 20-23, and load out from June 23-29. The location… Read more »
Salisbury Weighs Employee Bonus Over Pay Raise
SALISBURY — Unanimous in their belief that general employees deserve some kind of financial reward in light of a recent pay scale adjustment granted to the Salisbury Police Department (SPD), the City Council is split down the middle on whether a one-time bonus could be adequate, at least until the practicality of a raise can… Read more »
Vintage License Plate Rally Set For Saturday
OCEAN CITY — The Ocean City Downtown Association and the Town of Ocean City are inviting vintage license plate holders to participate in the 2nd Annual Ocean City Vintage License Plate Rally on the Boardwalk.The rally, which will take place on Oct. 20, begins with a drive down the boardwalk and a celebration held afterward… Read more »
This Year’s Winterfest Gala To Benefit Cricket Center
OCEAN CITY — Everyone is invited to attend the Winterfest Gala held on Friday, Nov. 16 with proceeds this year going to the Cricket Center.The Winterfest of Lights Gala is a black-tie optional event you don’t want to miss. Join us at 8 p.m. at the Coconut Malorie on 59th Street in Ocean City. While… Read more »
Annual Flu Shots Important For COPD Patients
SALISBURY – Flu season is upon us, which means it’s time to get your flu shot. For many people, getting a flu shot is a yearly ritual in hopes of saving themselves from getting sick during the cold weather season. For people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a flu shot is even more critical… Read more »
Support Group Aims To Help Youth Transition
BERLIN — Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services (WYFCS) will be unveiling a new program later this month entitled “Rollercoasters,” a support group designed to help children going through family changes make the transition smoothly.“Rollercoasters addresses kids who are going through a separation or divorce or any kind of family change,” said Dr. Jen Leggore.While… Read more »
Local Pastor To Celebrate Milestone With Beach Weddings
OCEAN CITY – Records are expected to be broken on “12-12-12” in Ocean City as couples will gather to be married or renew their vowels at a summer get away in the middle of winter.To celebrate her 12th year of performing weddings on the beach, Pastor Mary Mazzulo is hosting a 12-12-12 Wedding and Vow… Read more »