OCEAN CITY – For decades, it has been widely known the vast fishing industry in and around the resort is a major contributor to the local economy, and while its exact impact is not known, resort business leaders are beginning to recognize its value to Ocean City.Ever since the storm of 1933 cut the now-famous… Read more »
Friday, March 7 – Old OC Library Closes Down
OCEAN CITY –The 14th Ocean City Library closed its doors this week, and although an official date has not been set for the opening of the new 100th Street location, the transition to the new library has begun as the books left the 14th Street location this week.“Forty years are coming to an end today,”… Read more »
Major Improvements Underway On Assateague
ASSATEAGUE – Just about a month after ground was broken on a new visitors’ center on Assateague Island, national parks officials this week announced other major improvements to visitor services are underway.Assateague Island National Seashore Superintendent Scott Bentley announced on Monday major renovations are underway at the Maryland end of the barrier island and that… Read more »
Council Decides On Stone Revetment For Montego Bay
OCEAN CITY – A public hearing regarding the failing bulkhead along South Ocean Drive in Ocean City’s Montego Bay community was held this week and reflected mixed emotions among residents of the community, resulting ultimately in the decision from the Mayor and Council to replace the bulkhead with a stone revetment.The 1,000-foot aluminum bulkhead along… Read more »
Friday, March 7 – Baltimore County Students Write About The Beach
BERLIN – When second graders at Berkshire Elementary School in Baltimore County were given a task to write descriptions of their favorite places, four chose to highlight their experiences in Ocean City, according to teacher Michelle Lescallett. Here’s what they wrote:The BeachBy Carleigh Wisner If you want to have an awesome vacation, go to the… Read more »
WOC Homeless Shelter On Life Support
SNOW HILL – Diakonia homeless shelter in West Ocean City will close its doors in April if Worcester County cannot come up with the cash to keep the shelter open.“We are just now flat out of cash,” said Roy Frick, Treasurer and Vice President of the Diakonia Board. “Everything is going up. Utilities have gone… Read more »
A Look At Who Was Out On The Town This Week
Weekly pictures from the restaurant and bar scene around the Ocean City area
People Joining Together For Community Causes
See who was out helping causes in the Ocean City area.
Diving Into The Area’s Cultural Activities
An inside look at the regional arts scene through photographs.
The Shark Moves To West OC With New Focus
OCEAN CITY – The Shark Restaurant will be returning today as it opens its doors at a new location in West Ocean City, bringing with it familiar faces and favorite menu items, but adding a new waterfront view of the harbor and some new twists to the restaurant. Owner Travis Wright and kitchen manager Nate… Read more »