OCEAN CITY — The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) this week confirmed the 266-pound-plus scalloped hammerhead that won the shark division in the 2012 White Marlin Open was indeed a new state record.Angler Scott Cusick of Jackson, N.J., fishing aboard the “Milling Around” during the White Marlin Open earlier this month landed the 266.8-pound… Read more »
BERLIN — After an unexpected storm left motorists stranded on flash flooded roads and dozens without power through Saturday night into Sunday, the Berlin Mayor and Council congratulated the efforts of town departments and local emergency agencies during the storm.With the effects of Saturday’s extensive rainfall near-crippling Berlin for several hours, including power outages reportedly… Read more »
BERLIN — Amid rising concerns over stormwater issues in Berlin, town officials clarified this week that several fall road projects are not expected to impact stormwater either positively or negatively. However, one long-term sidewalk endeavor may need to be reviewed in terms of impact before its expected completion next year.Earlier this week Public Works Director… Read more »
SNOW HILL — Recreation youth soccer is back at the Worcester County Department of Recreation & Parks (WCRP).The Outdoor Soccer League kicks off Saturday, Sept. 8 at John Walter Smith Park in Snow Hill where all age divisions will meet their coaches and team mates. Outdoor Soccer includes children ages 3 through grade 8. Teams from… Read more »
SALISBURY — Salisbury University is planning to celebrate the unique culture of Brazil during its “Brazilian Groove” film series this fall.Screenings are 7 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 17-Oct. 29, in the Great Hall of Holloway Hall. The following is a look at what the series will offer to attendees.(BULLET)Sept. 17: “Brazil: A Racial Paradise?” Executive producer… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – Although it is good news that the town has filled its event calendar for next June, including the planned return of the Dew Tour, there are concerns that Ocean City may have bit off more than it can chew.“There have been a substantial growth in the number and size of private events… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – The highly anticipated OC BikeFest, presented by Rommel Harley-Davidson of Annapolis and Rommel Harley-Davidson of New Castle and Smyrna, Del. rolls into Ocean City for its second year this Sept. 13-16.According to organizers, this year’s OC BikeFest will treat Delmarva motorcycle enthusiasts to four days of fantastic music and thrilling entertainment at… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – A trip to the State House for Mayor Rick Meehan resulted in much praise from state officials as well as receiving approval for the further expansion of Ocean City’s Roland E. Powell Convention Center.On Aug. 22, Meehan made a trip to Annapolis with City Engineer Terry McGean and the Maryland Stadium Authority… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – The pressure was on the City Council this week as an array of Salisbury Fire Department staff member were present while the council changed its mind and decided to accept an almost $1.5 million grant to hire much needed emergency personnel.A couple of weeks ago, the council rejected a resolution to accept… Read more »
BETHANY BEACH, Del. – On Labor Day weekend, the Town of Bethany Beach, known as a “Quiet Resort,” is unlike any other Atlantic coast beach town. The Bethany Beach Boardwalk is the setting for the Bethany Beach Jazz Funeral, one of the county’s most unusual “End of Summer Celebrations.” The 2012 Bethany Beach Jazz Funeral is… Read more »