OCEAN CITY — A Baltimore man was arrested on burglary and other charges last weekend after allegedly entering an adjacent hotel room via a balcony and swiping liquor and margarita supplies.Around noon last Sunday, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officer responded to a hotel at 21st Street for a reported burglary. Upon arrival, the… Read more »
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Wicomico Council Overrides Executive’s Veto
SALISBURY – County leaders this week voted to reaffirm a legislative bill vetoed by the county executive.On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Council voted unanimously to reaffirm a legislation bill adopted by the council in May and subsequently vetoed by County Executive Bob Culver.The legislative bill corrects a drafting error in the county’s personnel manual defining… Read more »
Safety Concerns Close Berlin Sidewalk
BERLIN – A portion of the sidewalk on William Street is closed as structural issues at the adjacent building are addressed.On Tuesday, town staff cordoned off the sidewalk in front of the rear portion of the building that houses Burley Inn Tavern.“The property owner is investigating possible structural issues with the building and we closed… Read more »
County Adds Another Stop Sign In West Ocean City After Accident
SNOW HILL – In an effort to address safety concerns, Worcester County will move forward with installing four-way stop signs at the intersection of Golf Course Road and Old Bridge Road.On Tuesday, the Worcester County Commissioners voted unanimously to have staff move forward with installing four-way stop signs and “Look Again” signs at the intersection… Read more »
Handgun Threat On Boardwalk
OCEAN CITY — A Frederick, Md. man was arrested on weapons charges last weekend after allegedly threatening a group of people on the Boardwalk and stating “I’ve got 30 bullets for all of you,” according to police reports.Shortly before 1 a.m. last Sunday, a description was broadcasted for a reported suspect with a handgun near… Read more »
Diakonia Project Bid Questioned
SNOW HILL – Repairs at Diakonia will move forward in spite of concerns regarding the selected bid.On Tuesday, the Worcester County Commissioners approved roofing and siding bids from Robert’s Coastal Construction as part of Diakonia renovations being funded through a Community Development Block Grant. While they approved the bids, the commissioners expressed concern about the… Read more »
Two Boats Win First White Marlin Prize
OCEAN CITY — The crew on the local sportfishing boat Uncle Keith caught and released the first white marlin of the season, earning $11,000 in combined prize money for the feat.Last Saturday morning, the crew on the Uncle Keith reported catching and releasing the first white marlin of the season. The Uncle Keith was fishing… Read more »
New Worcester County Nature Park Vision Advances
SNOW HILL – The Worcester County Commissioners approved plans for Greys Creek Nature Park at a meeting last month.At the request of Recreation and Parks Director Tom Perlozzo, the commissioners approved the creation of land and water trails at the expansive Greys Creek Nature Park, which is not yet open to the public.“Anytime we can… Read more »
Elder Continues Rural Legacy Program Opposition
SNOW HILL – County officials approved a conservation agreement with a landowner this week that will help preserve 914 acres in the Snow Hill area.The Worcester County Commissioners voted 6-1 to approve a Rural Legacy Area easement agreement with E.S. Adkins. E.S. Adkins is giving up the majority of the property’s development rights and in… Read more »
OCBP Alumni Of The Week: Mike Gillespie: 2nd Day On The Patrol
(Editor’s Note: The following is a series on the men and women who have spent their summers protecting all those who came to Ocean City for fun and safe vacation.)OCEAN CITY – It’s often said that every day on the OCBP is an adventure, some a bit more than others. Mike Gillespie might not have… Read more »
