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OCEAN CITY – A proposed small boat rental business ended up on the rocks this week after resort officials denied a conditional use request over safety concerns.

The Mayor and Council heard a request Monday for a conditional use permit allowing a proposed business to rent three, two-person mini-power boats out of a sandy area just south of Sunset Park near the Inlet. The three proposed vessels would be about 10 feet in length and would carry two occupants. The vessels would have 15horsepower outboard motors capable of doing roughly 20 mph.

The planning commission last month sent a favorable recommendation to the Mayor and Council after a marathon hearing on the conditional use request.

During that hearing, resort planners voiced some misgivings about the proposed business, including the location’s proximity to the Inlet, the direction in which the rented vessels could go and the lack of a guide, similar to what is provided to jet ski renters, among other concerns.

The planning commission ultimately voted to send a favorable recommendation to the Mayor and Council after attaching a series of conditions to the approval. For example, the hours of operation would be limited to sunrise to sunset, the operator would be required to be tethered to the ignition switch, life jackets would be required at all times, a rescue boat would have to be on-site in the event of an emergency and the vessels could only utilize the area south of the business location and could not head north and under the Route 50 bridge, for example.

On Monday, Zoning Administrator Frank Hall presented the planning commission’s findings of fact to the Mayor and Council, but the proposal was virtually shot down right off the bat with a motion by Council Secretary Mary Knight.

“I’m going to make a motion to not accept the findings of fact,” she said.

“I just can’t approve this because of all of the safety reasons.”

Councilman Mark Paddack voiced grave concerns with the location of the proposed boat rental business and its proximity to the Inlet including the interaction with vessels large and small during the height of the summer season.

“The issue I see with this, that particular location is just highly congested with commercial operations, sportfishing boats, the Route 50 bridge is nearby, I have a lot of concerns with these small boats with 15 horsepower engines,” he said. “We have issues all SEE NEXT PAGE

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FROM PAGE 4 summer long with jet skis and near misses and hits in that area and they have guides.”

Councilman Tony DeLuca said the proposed location near the Inlet was reason enough to vote against approving the conditional use.

“Not only is it dangerous, it’s just too close to the Inlet,” he said. “The current through there is ridiculous. The analogy I use is a toilet flushing.”

Knight said she read through the transcripts of the planning commission’s hearing and wasn’t confident all of the safety concerns had been addressed.

“I was surprised the commission came up with a yes with all of the concerns raised,” she said. “As I read through the testimony, it just seems like the owner didn’t have many answers.”

Knight agreed the swirling currents around the Inlet area were dangerous and voiced concern the proposed rental vessels had not been tested in the local waters. She said she was not anti-business, just pro-safety.

“The current through there concerns me,” she said. “I can easily see this boat flipping. The owner has never navigated the Inlet and has never been in this boat.

I’m not making the motion because I’m against the business, I’m making the motion because of the area.”

Councilman Matt James raised concerns about the larger boat traffic in that area.

“In that area, you have larger boats throwing a pretty big wake,” he said.

“It wouldn’t take much for one of these boats to get swamped and get in trouble. It’s a safety issue.”

Paddack agreed, pointing out a tragic incident two years ago involving a rented pontoon in the same general area.

“I’m all for small business making a buck, but not at the expense of risking a life,” he said.

Councilman John Gehrig said the proposed business might work if the owner and operator was able to get the renters to safer areas.

“The only way this could work with inexperienced boaters is if there was a guide,” he said. “If he could get them to calm, shallow areas, this could work. He just can’t get them there without a guide.”

Hall said including a guide was not part of the applicant’s business plan.

“He’s not going to have a business plan if he doesn’t reconsider some of these things like a guide, for example,” said Gehrig.

Paddack said the guide issue was less important than the overall location of the business and its proximity to the Inlet.

“Even with a guide, the ratio would be one for three boats,” he said. “That location is just horrendously dangerous.”

The council voted 7-0 to deny the planning commission’s findings of fact and deny the approval for the conditional use at that location.

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Proposed OC Budget Introduced At Constant Yield Rate

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

OCEAN CITY – Ocean City officials this week introduced a proposed fiscal year 2020 budget at around $138 million with the property tax rate held at the constant yield, but for the first time in several years, there appears to be at least a will to break from that tradition.

City Manager Doug Miller and Budget Manager Jennie Knapp on Tuesday outlined the fiscal year 2020 budget, launching a two-week process that will ultimately end with an adopted spending plan. The total budget for all funds is just over $138 million with the general fund making up around $86 million, representing an increase of $1.2 million over the fiscal year 2019 budget.

“This is the most important thing we do all year long,” said Miller. “It’s not only a fiscal document, it’s a prioritysetting document for the next 12 to 18 months.”

Miller explained the resort nature of Ocean City has the town charged with meeting the needs of resident property owners, non-resident property owners, the millions of visitors each year and the commercial entities that serve them.

“Ocean City is very different and unique,” he said. “Most municipalities have two constituencies, but we have four. Our list of priorities expands and the pressure is greater. We have to sparkle every day, we have to be safe every day and we have to be clean every day.”

Miller explained the proposed budget was prepared with the latest and

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greatest information available, but there were outside forces at work that could impact the town’s final spending plan. For example, just last week, state lawmakers overrode Governor Larry Hogan’s veto of the minimum wage increase legislation.

“One of those changes relates to the override of Governor Hogan’s veto of the minimum wage bill,” he said.

“That will cost us an anticipated $125,000 to $150,000. Needless to say, we have some fixing to do.”

Miller praised Knapp for her diligence in preparing and presenting a balanced budget. He also praised the budget manager for almost always being creative in meeting unexpected budget challenges, such as the pending minimum wage hike.

“When Jan. 2 hits, she lives and

breathes this budget,” he said. “We have made some unpopular and painful decisions, but sometimes we have to say no. We ask Jenny to pull rabbits out of hats and she usually does. However, those rabbits are harder and harder to come by.”

The proposed fiscal year 2020 budget presented on Tuesday sets the property tax at the constant yield rate of .4585, which is actually lower than the fiscal year 2019 constant yield rate of .4656 because property assessments were flat or increased slightly.

For the record, the constant yield is the amount of municipal funding needed to maintain the same level of services and programs as the prior year.

Because resident property owners are protected by the town’s zero percent Homestead cap, local residents should see the amount of property tax they pay decline. Non-resident property owners could see their taxes decline, stay the same or even increase slightly based on their assessments because they are not covered by the Homestead cap. The same is true for commercial properties.

Miller explained the proposed fiscal year 2020 budget reflects a status quo in terms of individual department requests.

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FROM PAGE 6 managers came in with their requests and we have made some very hard decisions. We believe this budget reflects your priorities.”

It has long been the Mayor and Council’s policy to set the property tax rate at the constant yield and that is true of the proposed spending plan presented on Tuesday. However, with unexpected expenses and expected deficits in some areas, Councilman John Gehrig questioned if it was time to at least revisit the constant yield policy.

“By doing that, we’re lowering the tax rate,” he said. “It’s actually a tax cut.

I think it’s the will of this council for taxes not to go up, but residents have expectations of fire and ambulances showing up, they expect the trash to be picked up and the streets to be paved.”

Gehrig explained just as in private business, the costs of goods and services can’t always remain constant because the cost of doing business is constantly going up.

“Normal business can’t survive by charging less for goods and services,” he said. “The reality is, we’re basically asking people to pay less and get more, and whatever you do, don’t touch my services. Everything has gone up.”

Politically, it has been anathema for the current council and those that preceded to consider touching the sacred cow that property tax has become, but Gehrig said it could be time to at least discuss it.

“At some point, we need to talk about dollars and cents and not be wrapped up in the politics of the tax rate,” he said. “We have a city to run

and it has to be run like a business.”

It appeared at least some on the council were open to considering breaking from the long-time constant yield policy, but Councilman Tony DeLuca said those decisions could be made over the next few weeks during budget deliberations.

“Today, we’re flying at 35,000 feet and we’re not looking at the details,” he said. “My goal is always to increase revenue and reduce costs. Running a government is like running a business.”

Last month, the council voted to increase the room tax rate a half a percent to help ensure the visitors continue to contribute their share of the budget burden. Gehrig said the dedication of a percentage of the room tax needed to be maintained in order to keep the visitors coming.

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It is also a stated policy to maintain a fund balance at 15 percent of the entire operating budget, a rainy-day fund of sorts. The budget presented on Tuesday would come in with a fund balance of around 20 percent. Some have questioned if the excess fund balance should be returned to the property taxpayers, but Knapp said that would likely defeat the purpose.

“You can make the same argument for those who say we should return fund balance to the taxpayers,” she said. “Yes, we could return six cents on the tax rate to the taxpayers, but we’d have to increase them two cents every year to pay for the things we provide.”

Council President Lloyd Martin agreed there could be reason to even increase the fund balance percentage.

“I think there is room to increase the fund balance,” he said. “It was eight percent when I got elected and it has been at 15 percent for a long time, although we’ve been over that number in recent years.”

Councilman Dennis Dare asserted maintaining a healthy fund balance was paramount to the budget process.

“That’s one of the keys to this,” he said. “What should that number be?

There was a time when the city couldn’t pay the lifeguards in June or put toilet paper in the Boardwalk restrooms. Fund balance is there for emergencies, and where we’re situated at the edge of the sea, we’re prone to emergencies.”

Miller said the individual departments have been successful in improving the services they provide despite the directive to come in with the same request as the prior year.

“The departments were directed to come in at status quo and we’ve done that for the last six years,” he said.

“We’ve only increased operating costs by $6 million over the last 10 years.

That has not squelched them from being innovative with their budgets.

They continue to be innovative with improving efficiency and holding the line on their budgets.”

Back to the property tax issue, Gehrig said the constant yield rate of .4585 could be adhered to, which is essentially a tax cut, or the council could opt for a “constant” tax rate, which would set the rate at the same .4656 it was last year.

“I think I have a solution,” he said.

“We can keep a constant tax rate and come up with $630,000 at a cost of less than $2 a month on a $300,000 house. I think that’s something we can talk about over the next two weeks.”

Gehrig said that would require selling the proposed change to taxpayers, but offered a solution for that as well.

“What may be an option is to assign a project to it, something that makes our community better, safer and cleaner,” he said. “We can talk about it as a tax increase, which it’s not, or we can talk about it as an investment in our town.

Look at the capital improvement plan, pick a project and say this is what we’re going to do with this.”

Berlin Mayor Eyes 29% Tax Hike

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BY CHARLENE SHARPE

STAFF WRITER

BERLIN – Mayor Gee Williams proposed a 29% tax increase as staff presented an overall budget featuring reductions of 18% at a work session this week.

On Monday, Williams and the town council met with Berlin's department heads to go over the proposed fiscal year 2020 budget. Williams kicked off the session by recommending an increase of the property tax rate from .68 per $100 of valuation to .88 per $100 of valuation. Under this proposal, the owner of a property valued at $300,000 would see a $600 tax hike in the next fiscal year.

He said the $5.9 million proposed budget included no raises for employees and very few capital projects. Utility rate fees, which will be discussed at a work session April 15, are also projected to increase for residents this year as the town works to ensure the general fund doesn't continue its practice of supporting utility operations.

"Neither I or the council fully grasped the extent and persistence that borrowing from the general fund has posed," Williams said. "I do not believe any of us feel we can continue to borrow from our general fund for the foreseeable future. An 18% reduction in general fund expenses combined with

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a tax increase to 88 cents will enable the town to stop borrowing from the general fund reserves to support town operations."

He stressed council members could make adjustments to the proposed budget but asked that they address the borrowing issue.

"I do ask you to adopt a final budget that puts an end to the borrowing from the general fund reserves and puts us in the position for the gradual rebuilding of those reserves over the next several years," he said.

The proposed $5.9 million budget is 18% lower than the current budget, which is slightly more than $7 million.

Because the budget presented by staff was based on the current tax rate, it shows a shortfall of slightly more than $130,000. Town Administrator Laura Allen said that shortfall would be eliminated if taxes were in fact increased. The proposed increase – which will mean an additional $400 a year for a $200,000 home – will bring the town an additional $856,750 in revenue.

Because of the latest reassessment, property tax revenues to the town are expected to increase 7.3% in the coming year even if officials didn't approve a tax increase.

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FROM PAGE 9 vary in the proposed budget. Proposed budgets for elected officials and customer accounts did not decrease, while the finance budget decreased 7.5%.

The administration department's budget is set to be cut by 20%. Allen said a substantial cut there was elimination of the second phase of the town's parking and mobility study, a $26,000 expense. The town's budget for building and grounds was cut by $266,650, as plans for the renovation of town hall have been put on hold. By eliminating some training and capital expenses, the police budget has

been reduced by $187,058, or slightly more than 9%. When Councilman Thom Gulyas asked if the proposed cuts for police would impact public safety, Chief Arnold Downing said they would not.

In presenting a budget 11% lower than the current year's spending plan, Economic and Community Development Director Ivy Wells said she'd eliminated the town's fireworks show around the Fourth of July and the New Year's Eve ball drop for adults. She pointed out that the town would still offer the kids' ball drop but not the midnight ball drop geared toward adults.

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When Councilman Zack Tyndall suggested eliminating the $18,000 expense of a Berlin billboard instead of getting rid of the two events, Wells said the billboard was considered effective in bringing people to town.

"That brings people to our town 24 hours a day seven days a week all year," she said.

She added that while the ball drop was one of her favorite events it took a lot of staff time and had issues in recent years.

"It's a very labor intensive event," she said, adding that in recent years there had been issues with teens drinking and attendees bringing in their own alcohol.

Williams said he didn't want to see the fireworks show, which costs $10,000 ($5,000 paid in advance and $5,000 after the show) struck from the budget.

"That event is really for residents," he said.

Councilman Troy Purnell – who at the start of the meeting announced that he'd missed last week's budget session because of a vacation he'd had planned six months in advance – said he thought the billboard had outlived its usefulness.

"I think everybody knows where Berlin is," he said.

The council agreed to cut the billboard and the ball drop from the budget but to keep the fireworks event.

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penses, staff said street repairs would be limited to $213,172 – the amount set to come from the state in highway user revenues. Top priorities are Tingle Road, Upshur Lane and Purnell Avenue, while other streets listed to be addressed are Middle Street, East Burley Street, Cape Circle, East Railroad Avenue and West Germantown Road.

Streets already set to be repaired in the current year's budget include Bottle Branch, Grace and Showell.

Allen said many of the streets were near each other and so the overall cost would be reduced.

"We think this package maximizes the funds available," she said.

While recreation and parks expenses increase in the proposed budget, much of the increase relates to a grant that will fund lights at the basketball courts in Henry Park. The budget eliminates funding for the town's outdoor movie nights.

"I think it's one of those things that won't really be missed," said Mary Bohlen, the town's administrative services director.

Officials praised department heads for their efforts in developing a budget that featured reductions but didn't compromise important issues such as public safety.

"Overall, I think you all have done fantastic," Councilman Dean Burrell said.

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Attorney General Asked To Weigh In On Resort Condo Building Dispute

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

OCEAN CITY – A $2.6 million dispute between owners at a north-end Ocean City condominium and its elected board of directors over a planned improvement project has reached the state’s Attorney General’s Office.

A group of unit owners at the Ocean Place condominium along the beachfront between 146th and 145th streets have filed a formal complaint with the Maryland Attorney General’s Office alleging the condo’s elected board of directors initiated a renovation of the building’s exterior. The complainants assert the board of directors pushed the $2.6 million renovation through in violation of the condominium’s bylaws and several state laws regarding open meetings and full disclosure, for example.

According to the complaint filed last week with the state Attorney General’s Office, there are 100 units in the building and each unit is now being assessed anywhere from $18,000 to almost $40,000, depending on the size of the unit.

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told unit owners the waterproof facade, called external insulation finishing systems, or EIFS, needed to be replaced and that is not necessarily in dispute.

However, the group of unit owners, who filed the complaint, assert somewhere between the initiation of the EIFS project, which they allegedly were told would cost between $1 million and $1.5 million, the project cost ballooned to around $2.6 million. The complainants assert the board circumvented the condominium bylaws to push through the more expensive project, which goes far beyond the original intent.

The complaint asserts the nowmuch larger project includes costly beautification items such as new windows on oceanfront units, new privacy dividers between units, new railings throughout the entire building, new signage, deck resurfacing and more.

The unit owners who filed the complaint assert they believed the original $1 million to $1.5 million estimate was high but waited for an informational meeting when the details were announced. Instead, the board allegedly pushed through the larger project before that informational meeting was ever held. In addition, the unit owners said even when an informational meeting was held, it was done remotely via Skype and not all owners were privy to it or had access to the meeting technologically.

“This $2.6 million revelation was a ‘sticker shock’ because the previous year, at the October 2017 annual meeting, the board had announced it was estimated to cost between $1 million and $1.5 million,” the unit owners’ letter to the Attorney General’s Office reads. “Between 2017 and 2018, the cost estimate doubled or nearly doubled. Between September 30, 2018 and October 10, 2018, the cost rose another half a million dollars in 10 days.”

For its part, the board has asserted in its own correspondence to the Attorney General’s Office everything related to the project was done in compliance with the condo bylaws.

“It is the board’s position it engaged in due diligence pursuing the EIFS façade project and that the board complied with all procedural requirements contained in the association’s condominium instruments,” the board’s letter to the Attorney General’s Office reads.

“As such, the board objects to any delay in going forward with the EIFS façade project, which is supported by an overwhelming majority of the unit owners.”

The project is slated to begin in September. Meanwhile, the Attorney General’s Office has acknowledged receipt of the complaint, but has not yet issued an opinion.

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

WEST OCEAN CITY – A residential fire that destroyed a home in Snug Harbor in West Ocean City on Monday afternoon has been ruled accidental and attributed to an electrical malfunction.

Shortly before 1 p.m. on Monday, firefighters from Berlin, Showell, Ocean Pines, Bishopville, Newark and Ocean City responded to a reported residential fire on Snug Harbor Road in West Ocean City. First-arriving units observed heavy smoke coming from the resi-

dential structure.

It took firefighters over an hour to bring the blaze under control. The home was owned and occupied by two adult females and their son, who resided in a separate section of the residence. The occupants were not home at the time of the fire and no injuries were reported, according to the Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office.

The cause of the fire has been ruled accidental and attributed to an electrical malfunction. Anyone with information or questions is urged to contact the Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office at 410-632-5666.

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BY BETHANY HOOPER

STAFF WRITER

SALISBURY – Officials in Wicomico County will not move forward with a project to convert a shuttered correctional facility into a drug treatment and recovery center after learning a service provider withdrew its proposal.

On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Council was scheduled to discuss the proposed operation of a drug treatment and recovery center at the shuttered Poplar Hill Pre-Release Unit in Quantico. But before the meeting began, Council Administrator Laura Hurley announced the item had been removed from the agenda.

“We were informed that the service provider has withdrawn their proposal and the county executive will not be pursuing on this project at this time …,” she said. “The county council will not be holding a public hearing on that project.”

Since last July, county leaders have spearheaded efforts to convert the shuttered, state-owned correctional facility into a 23-hour center for detox services, residential treatment and recovery housing.

As a facilitator, the county tasked itself with seeking a service provider to operate the center and working with state officials to lease the vacant facility. By February, the county had received a $972,000 state grant to renovate the building and a bid from a service provider to operate a drug treatment and recovery program.

But a resolution to accept the state grant was tabled last month after council members said they were hesitant to take the money without a clear plan for how the center would operate.

To that end, state officials agreed to postpone the deadline for accepting the grant to April 16 while county officials arranged a public hearing for members of the community. County officials also scheduled a work session with the council Tuesday to further discuss how the service provider would operate the facility.

In a separate interview this week, County Executive Bob Culver said the service provider – Connections Community Support Programs – withdrew its proposal shortly after the council’s March work session with state officials.

“They took their bid off the table,” he said.

Culver said the county would no longer pursue the project at this time, but noted opportunities for state funding in the next fiscal year.

“The state still wants us to pursue this project, but now we are going to miss the deadline for accepting the grant,” he said. “We might still look into pursuing another state grant in 2020.”

Meanwhile, legislation in the Maryland General Assembly would require the state to operate a pre-release unit for women, and county officials believe Poplar Hill would be considered as a potential location.

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By Shawn J. Soper

MANAGING EDITOR

OCEAN CITY – Public school systems across Maryland will now have the opportunity to pick and choose the start date for their school year after the state Senate and House both overrode Gov. Larry Hogan’s veto of legislation overturning his executive order mandating a post-Labor Day start.

Back on March 10, the House of Delegates passed legislation overturning Hogan’s 2016 executive order mandating a post-Labor Day start for all

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public schools in Maryland, instead returning the scheduling of start and stop dates to the individual school districts.

On March 18, the state Senate voted 95-45 to pass the same legislation overturning Hogan’s executive order.

From the beginning, Hogan vowed to veto Senate Bill 128, introduced by Senator Nancy King (D-39-Montgomery) that will allow each school district in Maryland to set their own start and end dates. Hogan made good on that promise last Wednesday when he vetoed the legislation passed by both the Senate and the House.

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Last Thursday, the state Senate quickly voted to override Hogan’s veto with a 93-43 vote. On Friday, the House followed suit, voting 32-15 straight down party lines to override the governor’s veto, essentially eliminating Hogan’s post-Labor Day school start mandate.

After the Senate voted to override Hogan’s veto, the governor called on the House to uphold it, but the House ultimately followed the Senate’s lead.

“Inexplicably, the Senate just voted against the will of the overwhelming majority of Marylanders,” he said.

“They have overturned my veto of legislation that reverses our commonsense initiative for a post-Labor Day school start.”

Hogan has asserted from the beginning the state legislature’s efforts to overturn his executive order mandating a post-Labor Day school start was politically motivated. Hogan has pointed to the work of a task force under the previous administration that recommended a post-Labor Day school start and several different polls that suggest the majority of Marylanders support the initiative.

“These partisan legislators are now turning back the clock on years of bipartisan recommendations, including a 12-3 vote by an expert task force created by the legislature and the previous governor,” he said. “What is even worse, beyond this reversal by the leg-

islature are heavy-handed tactics to unfairly influence the ballot process and any petition to bring this issue directly to you, the Maryland voters.”

After the House approved the legislation last month, Hogan fired back with a vow to submit legislation that would send the post-Labor Day school start issue back the residents of Maryland with a referendum on a future state election ballot. Hogan’s stronglyworded speech admonished certain legislators and what he characterized as political activists and special interest groups for going against the will of the people of Maryland with their latest attempts to reverse his executive order mandating a post-Labor Day school start.

It remains to be seen if Hogan can get legislation introduced that would send the school start issue to the voters through a referendum in the next election, but the current General Assembly session is winding down. For her part, State Sen. Mary Beth Carozza (R-38) last week also called the override of Hogan’s veto a partisan issue.

“With so many pressing education challenges facing our state, it makes no sense whatsoever to overturn Governor Hogan’s executive order to start school after Labor Day and influence the ballot language on a possible referendum in the November 2020 election,” she said.

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WEST OCEAN CITY – The Tanger Outlets in West Ocean City were sold this week, resulting in a new name and promise of new stores at the vast shopping center along Route 50.

Tanger Outlets Centers Inc. announced on Monday it had closed on the sale of four of the non-core shopping centers in its portfolio including the collection of outlet stores in West Ocean City. The other outlets sold by Tanger this week include locations in Nags Head, N.C., Park City, Utah, and Williamsburg, Iowa.

Not included in the sale announced on Monday is Tanger’s massive outlet complex along both sides of Route 1 in Rehoboth. Although the terms of the individual sales were not made public, the total gross proceeds of the outlet centers topped $130 million.

Tanger sold the four shopping centers to the Singerman Real Estate group and The Outlet Resource Group.

Almost immediately after the sale was announced, the Tanger Outlets in West Ocean City was already being called Outlets Ocean City. The shopping center’s newly minted website listed the existing stores in the complex along with others listed as “coming soon” including Michael Kors and Forever 21, for example.

“The collection of assets, individually and collectively, complements our current portfolio with centers that have strong tourism draws,” said The Outlet Resource Group Principal Lisa Wagner.

“These are premiere shopping destinations and we look forward to building upon and improving the experience for shoppers and retailers. Customers tell us that outlet centers provide the most fun form of shopping. We will make sure that the consumer experience is both entertaining and rewarding.”

In its own statement, The Singerman Real Estate group said consumers can expect an enhanced shopping experience at the Outlets Ocean City in West Ocean City.

“We see this transaction as a unique opportunity to acquire high-quality properties in strategic markets,” said Singman Real Estate Principal Steve Duncan. “We are very focused on further enhancing the shopping experience and creating value for the customers, retailers and the community as a whole.”

Tanger officials said the big sale had more to do with sound business decisions than a reflection on the performance of the sold assets.

“By completing these asset sales, we are strengthening the overall quality, reducing the average age, and improving the longer-term growth profile of the portfolio,” said Tanger CEO Steven Tanger. “We believe the benefits of these dispositions over time will more than offset the expected short-term earnings dilution.”

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Worcester Announces ‘Dynamic’ Russell As Teacher Of Year

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SNOW HILL – Educators recognized Snow Hill Elementary School’s Gina Russell as the 2019 Worcester County Teacher of the Year with a surprise announcement Wednesday.

In a twist on tradition, instead of naming the 2019 Teacher of the Year at the annual banquet in Ocean City on Friday, officials said they would surprise the winner with a classroom visit this week. On Wednesday, they got on a bus to travel to Snow Hill Elementary to surprise Russell, who was one of four finalists announced Friday night. More than 200 people tuned in to watch the surprise visit on Facebook Live in spite of connectivity issues as they waited to see which of the finalists – Russell, Worcester Technical High School’s Rick Stephens, Berlin Intermediate School’s Michael Anne Bunting and Pocomoke High School’s Brandi Castaneda – would be declared the winner.

“I’m truly honored,” said Russell after officials arrived in her classroom.

“I will make you all very proud.”

School system leaders and local elected officials gathered just before 1 p.m. Wednesday to take the bus to Snow Hill Elementary, where Russell is a special education teacher who works with 3- and 4-year-olds in the prekindergarten program.

Special Education Supervisor Rae Record, left, and Special Education Coordinator Windy Phillips, right, congratulate Gina Russell on being named Worcester County Teacher of the Year on Wednesday.

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Superintendent Lou Taylor presented Russell with the Worcester County Teacher of the Year trophy in her classroom.

“We are very honored and very proud to present to her the Worcester County Teacher of the Year award,” Taylor said.

“She is remarkable. She comes in and give her kids at least 110 percent.”

Russell, a graduate of Stephen Decatur High School, attended Salisbury University and earned a masters in special education from Wilmington University. She’s currently in her eighth year

of teaching at Snow Hill Elementary.

“Mrs. Russell is an incredibly dynamic teacher,” said Carrie Sterrs, coordinator of the Teacher of the Year program. “She keeps even our youngest students engaged and excited to learn. It’s an absolute joy to watch her in the classroom.”

At Friday’s banquet at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel, where the winning teacher has traditionally been announced, each of the school system’s 14 candidates were given the opportunity to address the nearly

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400-person crowd. Russell used her time to discuss the marigold effect, the gardening practice of using companion plants like marigolds to encourage growth of other plants. She said the concept applied to teaching as well.

“Not only are marigolds positive and nurturing, but their color brings happiness,” Russell said. “They are the teachers who move in the ebb and the flows of education and the daily challenges we all encounter. Let your roots and your beliefs become stronger by reaching out and collaborating with teachers across the country through online support groups. Grow taller and stronger. Embrace your color by reaching out to someone who is struggling.”

She encouraged her fellow teachers, whether they were in their fifth year of teaching or their 25th year, to find their sun again.

“If you’re exhausted and you feel like you’ve lost the magic, please take the time to research new strategies,” she said. “How amazing is it in education that we get a multitude of opportunities to grow stronger and to sharpen our path and learn something new. Our students deserve marigolds as teachers and you deserve to be one … I challenge each and every one of you to plant a seed and watch it grow as there is nothing more rewarding and motivating than this.”

county Budget process kicks off $6.8 million short

April 5, 2019

BY CHARLENE SHARPE

STAFF WRITER

SNOW HILL – Education and public safety funding requests highlighted a budget work session hosted by the Worcester County Commissioners this week.

On Tuesday, various county department directors presented their proposed fiscal year 2020 budgets to the commissioners in the first of several work sessions. As initially proposed, the overall budget includes a shortfall of $6.8 million, as revenues of $195.9 million are exceeded by proposed expenditures of $202.7 million.

School system leaders told the commissioners Worcester County Public Schools’ proposed $110 million budget included a county appropriation of $89.9 million, a 2.7% increase over the current fiscal year. The budget includes funding for salary increases for teachers as well as bus contractor. The budget includes $853,055 for one-time capital projects, including funding for design of a Stephen Decatur Middle School addition. One-time local grant items included in the budget include $200,000 for elementary reading curriculum and $50,000 for a Pocomoke Middle School after-school program.

Commissioner Joe Mitrecic praised the budget but referenced the strong presence educators typically have at the county’s annual budget hearing, which will take place at Stephen Decatur High School May 7.

“I think it’s a very responsible budget you submitted,” he said. “We’ll see what we can do with it. I will remind you the night of the budget hearing at Stephen Decatur, less is more.”

Sheriff Matt Crisafulli presented the commissioners with a budget of $7.6 million. The budget, which is 1% higher than the current year’s budget, includes funding for an administrative assistant as well as the conversion of some part-time deputy positions to full-time. Crisafulli explained the administrative assistant, who would work from 4 p.m.-midnight, would help control overtime costs, which has been a struggle in the past.

“This will assist in my efforts to limit the amount of overtime paid for validations,” Crisafulli said. “I have noted in past budget presentations this was a suggestion from county commissioners.”

He also asked to have three parttime positions adjusted to full-time.

“Our part-time, sworn recruiting is failing to generate applications,” he said. “Law enforcement agencies nationwide are understaffed as a whole.

The applications we are getting are for full-time positions.”

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Area Student One Of 16 In World With Perfect AP Score

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BY BETHANY HOOPER

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SALISBURY – A Wicomico County student has been recognized as one of 16 people from around the world to earn a perfect score on an Advanced Placement exam.

Last week, Wicomico County Public Schools announced Marvin Li, a sophomore at James M. Bennett High School, earned a score of 5 – the highest possible score – on the College Board’s Advanced Placement U.S. History exam last May and was one of only 16 students from around the world to earn every point possible on the assessment.

“I found out my score sometime in June or July, but I didn’t know I got a perfect score until I received a letter from the College Board last week,” he

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said. “I really enjoyed the subject and felt that my efforts paid off.”

The College Board’s Advanced Placement (AP) Program enables students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school.

Each AP course concludes with a college-level exam that is scored by college and university faculty, as well as experienced AP teachers, on a fivepoint scale. According to the College Board, students who perform well on AP exams also improve their chances of getting into college and receiving college credit for equivalent courses.

Jaslee Carayol, a spokeswoman for the College Board, said it is very rare for a student to achieve a perfect score on an AP exam.

“He was one of 16 students to do so out of the 508,674 students who took the

exam in 2018,” she said. “He is the only student from Maryland to earn a perfect score on the AP U.S. History Exam.”

According to the College Board, roughly half the students who took the AP U.S. History assessment in 2018 scored a 3 or higher, and 10 percent scored a 5. Test-takers who earned a perfect score represented .003 of the population.

“Coming out of the exam I felt prepared, like I had gotten a four or five,” Li said, “but I was very surprised by my results.”

Li said he spent time learning and memorizing topics as they were taught, instead of studying hundreds of pages of material the night before the assessment.

“I looked at two AP review books, reread the material and did practice

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tests,” he said. “My teacher, Mr. Magaha, was also a great help in terms of AP preparation. He taught us how to format the essays, how to work through multiple choice questions and what material to review.”

Garrett Magaha, an American history teacher at Bennett High, applauded Li’s efforts.

“I don’t know a student who has done this, nor a teacher who has had a student earn a perfect score,” he said, “so I would say this is extremely rare.”

Magaha, who has taught AP U.S. History in Worcester County and Wicomico County schools for the past 13 years, praised Li for his commitment both inside and outside the classroom.

“I would say that aside from his natural abilities, the cause of his remarkable success, and what makes him unique, was his deep interest in the content, and his commitment outside of school,” he said. “He dedicated himself to mastering the content, the skills of historical argumentation, using documents to write historical essays, and deciphering historical interpretations. Marvin was a pleasure to teach, an asset to the class, and a model student.”

Li is already recognized as a College Board AP Scholar, receiving a score of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams in his freshman year of high school. Last year, he also earned a score of 5 on both the AP Computer Science A assessment and the AP Calculus AB assessment.

But Li’s accomplishments don’t end there. He was a first-place individual winner of the Eastern Shore High School Mathematics Competition as both a freshman and sophomore, and, in March, he qualified for the second round of the American Mathematics Competition.

In addition, Li was one of 20 students from across the nation to be named a Davidson Fellows Scholarship recipient last year for his research project using a newly developed algorithm for satellite remote sensing of coastal waters. He also took fourth place in the category of environmental science at the International Science and Engineering Fair.

While he has no specific plans in mind for college, Li expressed an interest in studying computer science and environmental science. He is currently taking four AP courses this year.

Berlin Fire Company Seeking $900K In Next Fiscal Year

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BY CHARLENE SHARPE

STAFF WRITER

BERLIN – The Berlin Fire Company is asking the town for more than $900,000 in funding for the coming fiscal year.

While town staff presented a proposed fiscal year 2020 budget that included $544,500 for the fire company – a reduction of 10 percent over the current year – fire company officials presented a budget request for $909,000 in town funding at a work session Monday. Questions from town council members targeted the fire company’s new station as well as the fact that its EMS operations face funding shortfalls while fire company accounts contain close to $2 million.

Councilman Troy Purnell suggested the fire company finance its new Station 3 and use fire company reserve funds to cover EMS funding gaps.

“If we’re restricting you moving those funds around, I want to see that changed because it’s all Berlin taxpayers’, county taxpayers’ money,” Purnell said. “If we’re the ones that are hamstringing you from moving your cash around or financing it, I want to make it easier on you.”

Berlin Fire Company (BFC) officials presented the council with a proposed budget seeking $350,000 in fire funding and $559,000 in EMS funding.

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Those funding requests would go toward operating expenses as well as capital purchases, as several new vehicles are needed.

David Fitzgerald, president of the BFC, said the county funded its fire companies through a funding formula and suggested the town develop something similar. In 2018, 46 percent of the fire calls the BFC responded to were in town while 58 percent of the EMS calls the BFC responded to were in town.

When Councilman Dean Burrell asked if he was correct in stating the fire company had about $2 million in the bank, Fitzgerald said he was but stressed those funds could not be used for EMS operations.

“We are not to comingle the funds,” Fitzgerald said, adding that the fire company and EMS operations were now two separate corporations.

Town Administrator Laura Allen asked if that rule applied to expenses, too.

“If it’s a legitimate expense, you can post those back and forth,” Fitzgerald replied.

Purnell asked if the fire company was able to borrow or finance funding when needed.

“As long as we have a way to pay it back …,” Fitzgerald said.

He added that the fire company’s rates were reviewed regularly and there was a good collection rate.

“We can charge all we want but it’s

just going to lower the collection rate and increase accounts receivable,” he said.

Fitzgerald said that because town officials said they’d welcome suggestions to help address municipal funding challenges, he proposed Berlin use its casino revenues to support the BFC. He said that instead of using the funding to pay off the town’s new police station early, the town could use the money for fire company funding, which was also a public safety need.

Fitzgerald also proposed that in the future, the town explore funding the fire company with a portion of its property tax rate. He suggested .16 of every tax dollar could go to the BFC – .10 for fire and .06 for ambulance.

Councilman Thom Gulyas asked why the BFC expected to spend $40,000 on office supplies in the coming year.

Fitzgerald explained that roughly half of that was being used for new computers – the purchase of which has been put off in recent years – and some would purchase the accessories needed to work with the county’s new RedNMX reporting system.

Mayor Gee Williams praised the fire company’s budget presentation.

“There’s a lot more detail and I think that helps everyone,” he said.

Purnell said he didn’t see how the fire company was funding Station 3, which is currently under construction

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on Route 50.

“I see you borrowed $800,000 but your contract’s for $2.2 million,” he said. “I don’t see anything on here that shows how that gets paid for.”

Fitzgerald directed him to a line for debt service, which indicated that the fire company planned to pay off the $800,000 it borrowed by repaying $100,000 each year over a period of eight years.

Fitzgerald went on to ask the council if the town could provide its quarterly EMS payment of $88,750 – expected to be provided around April 30 – early.

“That’s what we’re operating EMS on now, paycheck to paycheck,” Fitzgerald said. “We don’t have the reserve fund in EMS.” Purnell went back to the issue of the new station and how it was being funded. He suggested financing more of the cost of the new station and transferring some of the fire company reserves to EMS. He said the practice of not transferring funds between the two entities should be changed.

“It looks like you’ve got a bunch of cash,” he said. “If you financed that firehouse instead of using cash for it, it would ease that cash crunch you’ve got. It would also ease the cash crunch we’ve got. It might help us all out.”

The council agreed to provide the BFC with its EMS funding allocation early.

Annual Health High Court Upholds Murder Conviction Conference Held

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

SNOW HILL – In what is viewed a groundbreaking case, a Worcester County first-degree murder conviction was upheld this week by the Maryland Court of Appeals after the high court ruled text messages between defendants were admissible in court.

On May 2, 2015, a Virginia couple dropped off their son at the Pocomoke home of Kevin M. Sewell, then 27, and his wife. Sewell was the child’s uncle and the couple had dropped the 3-yearold off at his house for an overnight visit.

When the child was returned to the couple the following day at their home in Accomack County, he had suffered severe trauma to his head and abdomen along with other injuries and later died of injuries sustained while in his uncle’s care.

Sewell was later indicted on charges of first-degree murder, second-degree murder, first-degree child abuse-death and neglect of a minor. His wife, Amanda Sewell, was also charged with firstdegree child abuse-death and neglect of a minor.

In September 2016, a Worcester County jury found Kevin Sewell guilty of first-degree murder and he was later sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

Amanda Sewell was later sentenced to four years in jail for neglect of a minor.

Kevin Sewell appealed his conviction on the grounds prosecutors extensively used text messages between he and his wife during the trial to help present the state’s case.

In December, the Court of Special Appeals ruled in favor of Sewell, opining the text messages between he and his wife should be protected by marital privilege, and the case was remanded back to Worcester County Circuit Court for a new trial.

However, the higher Court of Appeals took up the case and this week ruled the text messages between Kevin and Amanda Sewell were indeed admissible and not protected under Maryland’s laws regarding marital privilege. The high court relied on a recent change in state law that requires anyone who believes a child has been or is being abused to report the suspicions to the appropriate authorities.

“Amanda Sewell was obligated by law to report the suspected abuse, including each text message quoted in this opinion,” the high court’s opinion reads. “They were not protected by the confidential marital communications privilege because it was not reasonable for Kevin Sewell to believe that his text message communications

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were confidential when they pertained to child abuse and must be disclosed.

It matters not whether Kevin Sewell thought they were confidential at the time he sent them. The entire collection of text messages relate to Kevin Sewell’s actions that day as caretaker for the children, and, therefore, they were admissible against him for all charges relating to and stemming from child abuse.”

The Court of Appeals went on to further define the confidentiality of text messages in what has become an illustration of the changing times.

“Text messages, like other marital communications, are presumed to be confidential, unless the party advocating for their admission can establish that they were not,” the opinion reads.

“Finally, we hold that it is unreasonable for a spouse to assume that communication made to the other spouse, which the latter has a legal duty to report to law enforcement, is confidential.”

Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh petitioned the Court of Appeals to revisit the case, arguing, in part, for an exception to marital privilege for cases of child abuse.

“The court’s decision is groundbreaking,” Frosh said. “It helps protect children from abuse and aids in the prosecution of those who hurt the most vulnerable in our society.”

BY BETHANY HOOPER

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OCEAN CITY – Officials this week showcased various community-based programs at the Worcester County Health Department’s annual public health conference.

On Wednesday, health department officials, state and county agencies and community leaders gathered at the Clarion Fontainebleau Resort Hotel in Ocean City to discuss public health issues and learn about various community-based programs recently implemented in Worcester County.

This year’s conference focused on four initiatives for creating healthy communities – improving access to care, supporting healthy youth and promoting healthy lifestyles, strengthening behavioral health and emerging public health issues – and local programs that achieved those goals.

“This is National Public Health Week,” Health Officer Rebecca Jones said, “a time to formally recognize and celebrate the achievements within our community.”

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From Page 22 management programs, while Rob Hart, executive director for the Worcester County Commission on Aging, shared his vision for a new Community for Life program that offers transportation, scheduling and handyman services to senior citizens.

“Community for Life is our first dabble into prevention …,” he said. “I would like to think of it as us wrapping our arms around the seniors and making sure they can stay where they are at. By that, I mean aging in place.”

Hart said it is estimated more than half of the population in Worcester County is over the age of 50. By the next census, officials project half of the county’s population to be over the age of 62.

“This program allows seniors to live happily in their homes and reduces the tax burden on taxpayers by keeping them in their homes,” he said.

Mimi Dean of the Worcester County Health Department and state Tobacco Coordinator Denise Albright also highlighted local programs that supported healthy lifestyles, while the health department’s Jennifer LaMade and representatives from the Worcester County Warriors Against Opiate Addiction presented a new program that would establish “recovery stations” throughout Worcester County.

The initiative replicates a program already in place in Anne Arundel County and allows those seeking help for addiction to walk into a police station or fire station and get assistance.

“Anne Arundel County uses fire stations for their model,” LaMade said.

“Our model will look like what it should look like for Worcester County.”

LaMade said grant funding will be used to launch the program.

In addition, Joy Strand of the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission presented attendees with an overview of the state’s medical cannabis industry, while keynote speaker Lara Wilson of the Maryland Rural Health Association talked about the growing needs of rural counties.

Wilson noted rural counties across Maryland identified access to care, sustainable funding, care coordination, chronic disease prevention and management, health literacy, and outreach and education as pressing challenges.

“We really want to make sure we talk to each county,” she said, “and find out what their most important needs are.”

Worcester County Commissioner Diana Purnell stressed the importance of rural health and commended those who worked with the community.

“If I had to promote Worcester County, I would put our health industry at the top of the list of why people need to live here …,” she said. “Hospitals, urgent care centers, physicians are right at our fingertips. What you are doing here today is extremely important.”

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Around 6:40 p.m. last Thursday, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officer was monitoring a license plate reader on the Route 90 bridge when the device alerted on a vehicle with a suspended registration heading eastbound into Ocean City. A traffic stop was initiated at 62nd Street and a passenger was identified by his Tennessee license as Michael Robinson, 36.

However, the suspect identified himself to police as Jerry Robinson, which turned out to be false. A computer check revealed the passenger was actually Michael Robinson as identified by Tennessee and Iowa driver’s licenses. The background check also revealed Robinson was wanted on as many as five warrants. At that point, he was taken into custody.

According to police reports, Robinson told officers there was a baggie of marijuana in the crease of his seat in the vehicle. During a search, officers located a glass smoking device. Robinson reportedly told police he had used to device to smoke crack cocaine, but had cleaned it out to smoke marijuana.

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Around 10:20 p.m. last Friday, Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officers responded to assist with a fire alarm activation in the area of 33rd Street. Upon arrival, OCPD officers were met in the parking lot by a couple identified as Daniel Whitenak, 30, of Middle River, and Kaylee Shorter, 23, of Mount Airy.

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nak, despite orders not to do so, according to police reports. Shorter reportedly attempted to intervene with the officers’ interactions to the point she was ordered to put her hands behind her back.

Shorter refused to comply and pushed away the officers attempting to take her into custody. One officer ultimately had to deploy a Taser to get Shorter to comply. Prior to the argument escalating, Shorter told police Whitenak had accidentally fallen into the fire alarm.

However, an inspection of the device revealed the glass had been broken and there were broken pieces of plastic housing lying around, suggesting the alarm had been activated willfully and maliciously. In the end, Whitenak was arrested and charged with malicious destruction of a fire alarm and disorderly conduct, while Shorter was arrested for disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.

Fence Catches Suspect OCEAN CITY – An Ocean City man was arrested on intoxicated endangerment and trespassing last week after allegedly attempting to climb into a private property and getting caught on the fence.

Around 9:30 p.m. last Wednesday, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officer was patrolling downtown when he spotted an apparently intoxicated individual stumbling on North Division Street. The officer observed as the suspect later identified as Vladislav Radu, 25, of Ocean City, swayed back and forth as he attempted to open a gate on a fenced-in property marked with no trespassing signs.

When Radu could not open the gate because of his level of intoxication, he walked around the perimeter of the property, which was fenced in all around. At one point, Radu attempted to scale the wooden fence, but got stuck on top with his feet dangling. According to police reports, Radu was dangling with one foot inside the property and one foot outside.

From a previous encounter, the OCPD officer knew Radu lived on South Baltimore Avenue and had no business attempting to enter the property on North Division Street. He was arrested and charged with intoxicated endangerment and trespassing.

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FROM PAGE 24 while intoxicated last weekend after allegedly crashing into a parked car on St. Louis Avenue.

Around 2:20 a.m. last Sunday, Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officers responded to a reported vehicle collision in the area of 16th Street and St. Louis Avenue. Responding officers observed a vehicle in the northbound lane with significant front-end damage and with its airbags deployed. Officers also noticed a pick-up truck parked along the side of the road with rear-end damage. According to police reports, it was clear from the evidence the damaged vehicle in the travel lane had crossed over the bicycle lane and struck the parked truck.

Officers made contact with the driver, identified as William Lynch, 28, of Selbyville. According to police reports, Lynch told officers he was the designated driver for his friends and had not consumed any alcoholic beverages at the downtown bar which they had just left. Instead, Lynch told police he was distracted by his friends’ conversation, which is why he struck the truck. Lynch was administered a series of roadside sobriety tests which he did not pass to the officers’ satisfaction and he was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated.

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Around 2:50 a.m. on March 7, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officer conducted a residential check at an apartment building in the area of 2nd Street when another officer earlier had reported what appeared to be recentlydiscarded beer cans in the backyard.

The OCPD officers new the property was vacant during the winter and had been victimized by burglary in the past, according to police reports.

The officer responded and observed a light on inside of a storage or utility closet which was out of the ordinary from previous welfare checks on the property. The officer also noticed a piece of denim fabric along the base of the closet door as if to block light from inside from shining out or perhaps to prevent cold air from getting in.

While the officer was on scene, he observed a male individual exit the stor-

age closet and walk toward Philadelphia Avenue. The officer activated his emergency equipment and stopped the individual, whom he knew as Scott Bryant, 62, of no fixed address, from previous encounters with the suspect.

According to police reports, Bryant only had one question for the officer and that was “How did you know?”

Bryant was arrested and charged with fourth-degree burglary.

Warrant For Fraud Suspect OCEAN CITY – One of seven suspects wanted for debit card fraud failed to appear for trial this week and had a warrant sworn out for his arrest.

The Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) arrested several individuals in connection with the counterfeit credit card scheme in February.

During the summer of 2017, a total of six victims from outside the region reported their credit cards had been used to make fraudulent purchases at various hotels, alcohol retailers and

Page 25 restaurants in Ocean City during the summer of 2017.

During that same time period, OCPD officers stopped a vehicle for a routine traffic violation. The driver was identified as Shawn Johnson, 19, of Princess Anne, while the passengers were identified as Adebomi Adaralegbe, 21, of Landover, Md., and Remi Adegbite, 22, of Magnolia, Arizona.

During the traffic stop, OCPD officers detected an odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle and a search was initiated. During the search of the vehicle, officers located a fraudulent debit card, a laptop computer and two credit card reader and writers.

Detectives were able to link a total of seven suspects to the crimes.

One of the suspects, McMillan, was scheduled for trial this week in Worcester County Circuit Court but failed to appear and had a warrant sworn out for his arrest. The other defendants are set for trial next month.

Vehicle Auction Sparks Take-Home Policy Debate

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

OCEAN CITY – A seemingly innocuous measure this week to dispose of various vehicles and other townowned property via auction sparked a larger debate about expanding the police department’s take-home policy.

The Mayor and Council had before them on Monday a list of vehicles, power tools and other town-owned property deemed to have outlived their useful life for various reasons set to be offered for sale by online auction. It comes up every couple of months after Procurement Manager Catrice Parsons and City Manager Doug Miller review requests for disposal and replacement of various town-owned property that is no longer

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suited for use by the various departments, but could have some value to others.

On Monday, the list of town-owned properties recommended for auction appeared to be heading to a quick approval before Councilman John Gehrig called into question the inclusion of a 2012 Chevy Tahoe with just over 134,000 miles. The Mayor and Council has long expressed a desire to expand the town’s Saturation Patrol Program (SPP), or take-home vehicle policy, for the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD).

The OCPD’s SPP allows certain sworn officers who live in the resort to take home their marked police vehicles in the interest of improving efficiency, enhancing police visibility and also expanding the life-span of the ve-

hicles. It’s a common policy in communities all over the region and has been in place in Ocean City for over two decades.

Gehrig asked about the Chevy Tahoe with 134,000 miles in particular and questioned how “useful life” is determined. Miller said most often with vehicles it was mileage, wear and tear and suitability for police patrol work, for example. The Chevy Tahoe on the list might have plenty of use for daily commutes and runs to the store, for example, but not the rigors of daily police work, which is why it likely ended up on the list of property for disposal.

Still, Gehrig questioned if the likely minimum return for the auction of the vehicle would outweigh its benefit as a take-home vehicle for an OCPD officer. He said the vehicle might not be

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suited for daily police work, but if an OCPD officer who lived in town drove it home and parked it in his or her neighborhood, it could increase visibility and deter crime, a proven tenet of the SPP. Councilman Mark Paddack, a retired OCPD officer, said there are a limited number of the department’s 100-plus sworn officers who actually live in Ocean City, which is a separate issue and likely a discussion for another day.

“Many of our officers have moved out of town,” he said. “There are probably four or five who actually live in Ocean City now and the program doesn’t always facilitate police cars in neighborhoods.”

Gehrig agreed, but said even if the Chevy Tahoe had passed its prime as a full-time police vehicle, it could be used as a take-home vehicle, providing more value that it will return at auction.

“Maybe this thing isn’t safe, but if it is safe, wouldn’t there be a benefit to having a vehicle available for a fulltime officer to take home year-round?” he said.

Councilman Dennis Dare, who has advocated for expanding the takehome policy in the past, agreed with Gehrig.

“It’s a good discussion and I agree 100 percent,” he said. “It’s a proven fact marked take-home vehicles in neighborhoods deter crime. Historically, we’ve had about five to seven police officers live in town along with many of the command staff, but they often have unmarked vehicles.”

However, he also said the vehicles and other equipment included on the list are carefully inspected and reviewed by Miller and Parsons before they are considered for online auction and mileage is only one deciding factor.

“The problem is the vehicles up for replacement are carefully inspected,” he said. “The hardest miles for a vehicle are urban miles, or stop and start miles like we see with our police vehicles, and not highway miles. Those 134,000 miles on the Tahoe could be more like 200,000 miles because of the wear and tear police vehicles take.”

Mayor Rick Meehan said expanding the take-home policy was a valid discussion and could be renewed at the police commission level, although he agreed the Chevy Tahoe included on the list of property to be disposed of at auction on Monday might not be a good candidate.

“Take-home vehicles have been discussed numerous times in the past and we are always looking for ways to expand that,” he said. “There is a cost associated with doing that. This might be a better discussion for the police commission.”

The council voted 7-0 to approve the list of vehicles and other pieces of equipment from other departments on the list for online auction.

… Commissioners Hear Budget Needs

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FROM PAGE 19 two part-time school deputy positions as well as five court deputy vacancies.

He asked the commissioners to convert the two school positions and one of the civil positions to full-time in an effort to fill them.

He said the majority of the salary and equipment cost for doing so was already funded. The deputies will be provided with the three best vehicles slated to be turned in during fiscal year 2020.

“My thought here is the vehicles may not be suited for regular patrol use but for limited patrol and a majority of the use at schools and paper service they should be sufficient,” he said. “During the summer months, my two school positions will be supplementing my road patrol staffing. The civil deputy will assist with continued paper service and security.”

Fire Marshal Jeff McMahon told the commissioners his department was seeking a 6% increase in funding in the coming year to address rising personnel costs. McMahon said his office needed a second person to serve on call, as there had been three times during the past year when a second oncall responder had been needed. He’s also hoping to promote an employee and address the fact that the department’s office assistant’s duties have increased greatly in recent years.

On Tuesday, the commissioners also reviewed budgets proposed for economic development ($440,481), tourism ($1.1 million) and the Worcester County Commission on Aging ($1.3 million). Rob Hart, executive director of the commission, said there were more seniors in need in Worcester County than people realized. The commission operates a variety of programs aimed at providing them with food, transportation and other support.

“Our focus is changing a little bit,” he said. “We believe if we don’t start putting more programs for prevention out there this budget will double in the next five years.”

State’s Attorney Kris Heiser said her office was seeking a 2% increase in funding for a total of slightly more than $1.4 million. Heiser said she’d made several efforts to cut costs – eliminating subscriptions to unused law books and turning in two of the department’s vehicles, among other things. She said the budget was set to increase, however, to address inequalities among employee salaries.

She said there were “incredible disparities” among salaries for employees in similar positions. She expects the pay adjustments to help her retain employees.

“Nothing ruins morale more than someone with less experience making more than you,” she said.

The commissioners are expected to host their next budget work session April 9.

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Author Discusses Biography At Berlin Book Signing Event

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BY BETHANY HOOPER

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BERLIN – A book signing and meet-and-greet event in Berlin drew a crowd of supporters last week as the author of a new biography presented his work to the Eastern Shore.

Last Friday, retired Johns Hopkins University Vice President Ross Jones spent the afternoon hours speaking to locals and visitors alike and signing copies of his new book, “Elisabeth Gilman: Crusader for Justice,” at the Greyhound Indie Bookstore in Berlin.

Jones said the book is a biography of Elisabeth Gilman, the daughter of Johns Hopkins University’s founding President Daniel Coit Gilman, and her pursuit of social justice.

“I’m not making any money from

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this,” he joked. “I just want her story to be told.”

Proprietor Susan Ayres Wimbrow said the book signing and meet-andgreet was a significant occasion for her bookstore. Last week’s event was well attended by Johns Hopkins University alumni, members of the business community, locals and visitors to Berlin.

“This is very significant for the town of Berlin that he would choose us, our small indie bookstore, to do his debut on the Eastern Shore,” she said.

For Jones – who made his rounds to various speaking engagements and signings across the Eastern Shore last week – the biography was years in the making. He said he first stumbled upon Gilman’s writings while exploring the archives at Johns Hopkins University.

“I was prowling around in the files one day when I saw this name, Elisabeth Gilman, who I found out was the daughter of the first president of Johns Hopkins,” he said. “I didn’t know he had one daughter, let alone two, so I asked if I could see her papers. She donated all of her papers to the university in the 1940s. That’s hundreds of letters, diaries, scrapbooks, photographs, newspaper clippings.”

It was during this research of Gilman’s letters and journal entries that Jones decided to write a book.

“It took a couple of hours to give me the flavor,” he said, “and then I decided it was too good of a story to pass up.”

Over the next 10 years, Jones focused his research on Gilman, her family and significant achievements and events in her life, including her

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Author Ross Jones is pictured at last week’s book-signing event at the Greyhound Indie Bookstore.

Photo by Bethany Hooper

relationship with clergyman Mercer Green Johnston.

“Gilman and he were followers of what was called the ‘Social Gospel,’ a movement at the end of the 19th century, early 20th century,” he said. “It was a message to churches to not just preach about the Gospel and Christian teachings, but to get out and do something about it, serve the public.”

Jones said he was intrigued by Gilman’s story. An active Episcopalian, he said Gilman first embraced the concepts of the socialist movement while at a church conference in Boston.

“She was from a wealthy family and yet she inherited from her father a deep social conscience …,” he said.

“She went off to France in World War I and worked for the YMCA as a canteen hostess in a hotel where soldiers came for rest and recreation. When she came back, she dove into social issues. She was the centerpiece of social reform and justice in Baltimore for 30 years. Those were the things that really interested me.”

Jones also noted his passion for writing and finding stories. After graduating from Johns Hopkins University in 1953, he pursued a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University and held jobs as a reporter before returning to Baltimore in 1961.

Jones said he began his career at Johns Hopkins University as an assistant to then-President Milton Eisenhower, the youngest brother of former U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower.

“It turned out the president of the university always hired assistants who had journalism training on the theory they were generalists, they could handle things and they could write reasonably well,” he said. “I came to Baltimore and was interviewed by him. We hit it off, and I became his assistant. As time went by, I got more responsibilities and that kind of thing.”

Jones spent more than four decades at Johns Hopkins University before retiring. He said he spent many of those years as university vice president and secretary to the board of trustees.

“It’s hard to imagine, but there was never a dull moment,” he said.

Last week, Jones visited communities across the Eastern Shore to promote the book he spent roughly a decade researching and writing.

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“We’ve done a lot of preventative maintenance over the years, but it’s gotten beyond our ability to handle it,” he said. “It’s major restoration, but it should last another 30 years. It’s not a project we can handle in-house.”

Perry used the analogy of replacing the famed Ocean City Boardwalk every 10 years or so, which ironically is also included in the fiscal year 2020 budget.

“It’s not completely unlike the Boardwalk,” he said. “They’re subject to wear and tear and there is a tremendous amount of traffic. There have been over one million rounds of golf out there since those bridges were first constructed.”

Councilman Mark Paddack questioned the scope of the proposed golf course bridge replacement project.

“I’ve been out there and looked at some of these bridges and they look pretty good,” he said. “The pilings look pretty decent. Is it the pilings or just the decking?”

Perry explained the pilings were generally in good shape, but the bridge decks and the joist systems the supported them needed to be replaced.

“It’s a complete replacement of the decking and the joists,” he said. “The decks have been replaced twice and the joists can’t handle another nailing for a re-decking.”

Perry agreed some needed more urgent attention than others.

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

OCEAN CITY – Replacing aging wooden bridges at the town-owned Eagle’s Landing golf course was one of the first planks of the fiscal year 2020 budget this week.

The town’s fiscal year 2020 budget was introduced in full on Tuesday and individual departmental budget discussions began in earnest on Wednesday. One of the first departments to present its requested budget was the overall Recreation and Parks Department, and individually the Eagle’s Landing municipal golf course, which falls under its wide umbrella.

Last year, it was learned many of the cart bridges at the 30-year-old municipal Eagle’s Landing course have fallen into disrepair and are in urgent need of replacing with an estimated cost of $230,000. Replacing the bridges was included in the town’s capital improvement plan (CIP) this year and was given a “very important” rating in the Mayor and Council’s priority grading system.

As such, replacing the Eagle’s Landing was included as a line item in the general fund budget presented on Tuesday at $230,000. Eagle’s Landing Superintendent Joe Perry explained the bridges had been held together for as long as possible, but were now in need of a major restoration after 30 years of heavy traffic.

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FROM PAGE 30 three-quarters of the bridges need to be replaced,” he said. “The ones by the clubhouse and the 18th green are in pretty good shape.”

Some on the council questioned the funding process for the municipal golf course, which is essentially an enterprise fund and has such is largely self-sufficient. By design, it’s not necessarily supposed to turn a profit each year, but rather is an amenity for local residents and visitors.

“They do the best they can,” said Budget Manager Jennie Knapp. “The golf course isn’t always profitable, but it isn’t necessarily supposed to be. It’s an enterprise fund like water and wastewater. They have broken even for a long time.”

Councilman John Gehrig pointed out Eagle’s Landing is essentially a business subject to the same boom and bust times as private sector businesses.

“Any business has cyclical periods,” he said. “Maybe at times when the golf course is profitable, they could have a reserve fund of their own to offset some of these maintenance costs. When it does become profitable, they can pay for some of these things themselves.”

Councilman Dennis Dare provided a brief history lesson on Eagle’s Landing and how it was never intended to be a run-of-the-mill municipal course.

“That’s an honorable goal,” he said.

“A lot of cities provide a basic municipal golf course. The concept for Eagle’s Landing was to build a resort-class golf course. The council at the time was looking for ways to expand the season and the decision was made to build a resort golf course and not a standard municipal course. That has led to Ocean City becoming a major golf destination.”

Dare pointed out there were times when Eagle’s Landing was highly profitable, but it spawned several new courses in the area.

“We killed it early on, but we knew it wouldn’t last,” he said. “There were years when hundreds of thousands of dollars came from the golf course. Then several other courses came along and there were other challenges and there was a ceiling for that somewhat. It did accomplish the goal of making the area a major golf destination.”

Somewhat reluctantly, Paddack dusted off the somewhat controversial idea of painting one of the town’s water towers with the Eagle’s Landing logo, an idea that was shot down last year for a variety of reasons.

“I don’t want to open an old wound, but remind me again about the concept for painting the water tower with the golf ball design and the Eagle’s Landing logo,” he said. “That would have been a heck of a way to promote our own golf course. That could have helped with some of the golf course’s budget needs.”

Paddack’s colleagues shot down any notion of revisiting the water tower argument with the budget work session already dragging into the late afternoon with other departments still to present.

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OCEAN CITY – A renewed discussion this week about the cost of building a new home in Ocean City and the state’s sprinkler law did not fall on deaf ears with resort officials considering an opt-out from the mandate.

In February, local resident Greg Demarco told city officials he has a lot in the north end on which he is planning to build a new home, but the rising cost of permits and fees, along with a statewide mandate for expensive

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sprinkler systems in new single-family homes has him looking elsewhere.

On Monday, DeMarco again renewed the discussion during the public comment period with a greater focus on the statewide sprinkler mandate that includes Ocean City. He explained a sprinkler system for a single-story home comes in at around $7,000, while that figure naturally doubles to $14,000 for a typical two-story home.

Add in the cost of various valves and other fixtures and the cost to build her can grow to $20,000, he explained.

“This policy has had a devastating

result here and has pushed many potential residents into neighboring Delaware,” he said. “It could end up adding $20,000 to the cost of building a home here.”

Demarco said he understood somewhat the need for sprinkler systems in rural areas not served by public water and without fire and emergency services in close proximity, but said Ocean City could be a good candidate for an opt-out. He related a story about his neighbor to illustrate his point.

“He told me he would rather live in Delaware and pay lower taxes and fees, but his very life depended on living in Ocean City,” he said. “He has a serious health condition and Ocean City EMTs can answer a call in three to five minutes. If he lived in Delaware, it could take 20 to 30 minutes to answer that same call. Wouldn’t it be responsible to kill the sprinkler law in Ocean City where we have five firehouses in a 10-mile stretch? … I’m asking the Mayor and Council to follow Worcester County’s lead and find a way to opt out of the sprinkler law, perhaps more than any other community in the state.”

Demarco was referring to Worcester County’s push for a waiver from the statewide sprinkler system mandate for new construction.

In February, the Worcester County Commissioners voted unanimously to send the Maryland Department of

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Labor, Licensing and Regulation a letter outlining the county’s plan to offer property owners a residential fire sprinkler waiver. The commissioners believe the state’s fire sprinkler requirement is government overreach.

“While we understand that there is an argument that such systems may save lives and/or reduce fire damage, it is our collective feeling that the decision whether or not to install such systems should be left to the homeowner and not mandated by state law,” the letter reads.

Back in Ocean City, on Monday some on the Mayor and Council were at least responsive to DeMarco’s request.

“Thanks for coming out and keeping that fire lit, so to speak,” said Councilman John Gehrig. “That was very well said. Your neighbor is right about our response times. I support what the county commissioners are trying to do.”

Council Secretary Mary Knight concurred with DeMarco’s comments and concerns about the cost of building a new home, the opt-out from the sprinkler mandate specifically and questioned if the town should follow the county’s lead on the issue.

“I totally agree and these are very important comments,” he said. “I’d like to know what the next steps would be for us. How do we start a discussion on how we can address this for ourselves?”

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Q: What’s the difference between traditional phone lines and VoIP phone systems?

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Q. What are some of the unnecessary expenses you have seen on phone bills that businesses should look out for?

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Q. What advantages does a VoIP phone system give businesses?

A. The primary advantage is cost.

VoIP is inexpensive to set up, hardware costs are less and call pricing even for international calls is nominal.

Extra features like faxing, call waiting, call forwarding and caller ID are standard.

In addition to decreasing overall costs, VoIP makes it so you never miss a call again. Your customers don’t get a busy signal or a voice message. Also, since you can have as many phone numbers as you want with VoIP, your sales people can have their own unique, direct number so prospects can get through to the right person every time.

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Funds For Airport Upgrades Sought

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SALISBURY – A request for additional funds to fix a deteriorating electrical system at the Salisbury airport this week highlighted the need for extensive capital improvements at the facility.

On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Council approved a request from Airport Manager Dawn Veatch to use $46,770 from contingency funds to repair electrical panel boxes in the basement of the old terminal building.

“It is very unsafe,” she said. “It is falling off the wall, there’s two-by-fours underneath the panels holding it up and there’s water behind the wall.”

Councilman Larry Dodd questioned how the airport passed annual inspections.

“I’ve been involved in fire and safety inspections for many years and looking at these pictures I’m wondering how it got in that condition,” he said. “If you are doing an annual inspection, that shouldn’t have passed.”

Veatch agreed.

“That’s a question I have, and I’m going to have that discussion,” she said. “This wasn’t on our inspection and they were there.”

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While he acknowledged the electrical panels needed to be repaired, Councilman Marc Kilmer questioned why Veatch was requesting contingency funds.

“In this year’s budget we gave $200,000 to the airport,” he said. “I’m wondering why this is coming out of contingency.”

Veatch replied that she had run out of money.

“Basically, I’m down to $3,000 a week for the rest of the year,” she said.

“I’ve had unexpected expenses this year.”

Veatch pointed to costly repairs, structural failures and aging infrastructure at the airport.

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costs a lot of money,” she said.

Veatch added that she had underestimated costs in her current budget.

“This coming year what I put in my budget is more than four times as much as this year,” she said, “because of these kinds of things that have not been addressed over the years, continue to pop up on my radar, and I don’t have funding to pay for it.”

Veatch told the council the county would have to reinvest in the airport.

“This airport has not been taken care of and we need to get in and fix the infrastructure,” she said.

Dodd agreed.

“These problems did not happen overnight …,” he said. “I applaud you for addressing this because it has to be done.”

General Services Supervisor Pate Matthews said once the electrical panels are fixed, crews would begin to excavate and waterproof the building’s foundation.

“We put things off for so long, it’s finally catching up to us,” he said.

With no further discussion, the council voted 7-0 to approve the $46,770 appropriation.

The council on Tuesday also tabled a request from Veatch to authorize Sentinel Robotic Solutions LLC as a sole source vendor for the purchase of drone detection equipment for the airport.

“This equipment is already installed down at Wallops Island and that’s why we want to use this technology,” she said, “because it’s programmed into a majority of the drones that are coming up here to be tested.”

Councilman Joe Holloway, however, said he wanted more information from the Federal Aviation Administration on the drone detection technology and made a motion to table the resolution.

The council voted 4-3, with Council President John Cannon and Councilmen Bill McCain and Josh Hastings opposed, to table the resolution to the next council meeting.

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BY CHARLENE SHARPE

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BERLIN – Plans for a mixed-use building on Washington Street are expected to move forward following a hearing with the town’s board of appeals this week.

On Wednesday, Berlin’s board of zoning appeals approved a conditional use request that will allow for construction of a mixed-use building, featuring three apartments over controlled storage units, at 305 Washington St. “The town’s growing,” said Duane

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Maddy, the property’s owner. “The town has the need for apartments.

This was an opportunity. The demand is there and it’s a way I can take the property and improve it. I think it’s a good plan.”

Maddy’s attorney, Mark Cropper, told the board he was seeking the conditional use request in order to construct a building that would feature residential apartments over controlled storage space in the town’s M-1 light industrial district. Cropper said a similar use had been approved by the board for Austin Purnell in the same area in 2016.

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Maddy, who owns Piney Island Construction, said his company would use one of the three storage units on the building’s first level and that he hoped to find tenants like furniture stores or moving companies to lease the other two.

“I’m looking for a particular customer,” he said.

Joe Moore, chairman of the board, asked how the town would ensure there were no industrial operations on the site. He said he didn’t doubt Maddy’s word but wanted the public to be aware of the method of regulation.

Dave Engelhart, the town’s planning director, said the building plans would be submitted to the fire marshal for review.

“They will specify that there’s no flammables, no processes to be done there, it’s simply dry storage,” Engelhart said. “That’s a classification for how he has to build the building, too – the fire separations, the ceilings, the walls have to be done – there’s different classes of flammables. If he has none there’s a lesser bar to jump over for his fire separation.”

Board member Woody Bunting said that while Cropper referenced Purnell’s project, the two were different because Purnell had planned to live in his apartment. Bunting asked what the market would be for Maddy’s project.

“It’ll be whoever can afford $1,500 a month rent,” Maddy said.

He added the apartments would feature two bedrooms and two bathrooms.

“A family is more than welcome but most likely it’ll be two individuals, individuals that are splitting the rent,” he said.

Bunting asked how Maddy would buffer the project from the surrounding buildings.

“You’re not going to negatively impact them but they’re going to negatively impact you,” he said.

Maddy said he’d owned the land for years and had considered various other uses, including a 22,000-squarefoot storage facility and even a shooting range.

“I’ve been waiting for the right thing,” he said. “I just didn’t want to go rebuild another building over there.”

He said the building, which will be sage green with white trim and a black roof, would be surrounded by fencing.

“I’m more concerned with the people who rent these nice apartments, what they’re going to have to live with,” Bunting said.

Maddy said the project he proposed was similar to one already in Berlin as well as one he’d just completed in Ocean Pines.

“I didn’t just haphazardly put the plan together…,” he said. “I’m going to be very discretionary on who goes in there.”

The board voted unanimously to approve the conditional use request.

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came a resident of Ocean Pines.

Barry performed maintenance at OCEAN CITY – Emory Barrick the Thunder Island condo complex for "Barry" Green, a resident of Ocean many years and retired from that poPines, passed away at his home on sition recently.

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He will always be remembered as Born on June 27, 1949, in Baltia kind, caring, gentle person more, he graduated from Baltiand a very good friend to the more Polytechnic in 1968. Barry many people whose lives he was a proud alumnus of the touched.

Sigma Kappa Phi fraternity, Cremation services have where he was vice president for been completed. many years and was very active There will be a tribute to in many of the fraternity's reBarry taking place at the Amerunions over the years.

EMORY ican Legion on 23rd Street in A dedicated veteran of the BARRICK GREEN Ocean City on Saturday, April United States Air Force, serving overseas at U-Tapao (Utapao) Air 13, at 1 p.m. All are welcome.

Anyone who cannot attend but Base in Thailand during the Vietnam War, S.Sgt. Green was a crew chief on would like to participate in Barry's tribute are asked to donate a check to KC-135 In-flight Refueling Aircraft.

After his Air Force service, Barry The Fisher House Foundation (supfollowed his passion for snow skiing, porting military veterans and their famworking and skiing at Mt. Snow, Vt., ilies during a medical crisis). and Snowbird in Utah.

Please make your check payable to His love for the beach, and Ocean The Fisher House and send the check City specifically, brought him back to to Randy Lee Ashcraft, 175A Jamessea level 20 years ago when he be- town Rd., Ocean City, Md. 21842.

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SALISBURY – Wicomico’s housing market showed signs of improvement in 2018, according to the latest data from the Coastal Association of Realtors.

In a meeting of the Wicomico County Council Tuesday, representatives from the Coastal Association of Realtors (CAR) presented the most recent trends in Wicomico County’s real estate market.

“In the last three years, we have had a higher number of units sold than in 2007,” CAR board member Austin Whitehead said. “And volume sold and average sale prices are increasing.”

Volume sold increased from $194 million in 2017 to $211 million in 2018, and the average sale price increased from $161,000 to $165,000. But Whitehead said that number falls short of the $220,000 average sale price in 2007.

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cause for a lot of those price increases,” he said.

Whitehead noted real estate trends in Salisbury were similar to those in the county. He said the average sale price increased by $4,000 while volume sold increased by nearly $18 million.

“The number of units sold and the volume sold is up,” he said. “but still a little less than in 2007.”

In Fruitland, Whitehead said the average sale price increased by $9,000 while the number of homes sold reach-

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ed its highest level in recent years.

“One impressive thing about Fruitland is they have now broken over 100 homes sold within a year …,” he said.

“They sold 110 in 2018. They haven’t done than in the last four years or more.”

Whitehead said Eastern Shore communities fared well last year.

“Units sold statewide is down, while we are having higher numbers of units sold,” he said. “When compared to the rest of the state, we are selling at a higher percentage than last year.”

Officials with CAR said they expect continued growth in 2019. Whitehead noted a 30-year mortgage rate has decreased to 4% and unemployment remains low.

“We hope that continues to boost consumer confidence and allows them to be able to make those home purchases,” he said. “Locally, we are hoping to keep tax rates at current levels … We look to encourage development, smart growth and home ownership on the Eastern Shore.”

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The chamber invites employers of J-1 participants to attend the conference, as well as community members, rental property managers, and others involved with the seasonal workforce.

The conference will offer an update from the U.S. Dept. of State regarding regulations governing the Summer Work Travel Program, as well as other important information businesses should know heading into the summer season.

Crab Season Opens In Md. OCEAN CITY – The recreational crabbing season in Maryland officially opened this week for the Chesapeake Bay and tidal tributaries as well as in the Atlantic Ocean, coastal bays and their tributaries.

Recreational crabbing in Maryland can be done a variety of ways, with or without a license depending on the equipment and location. Licenses are required for anyone who uses a trot-

The conference will also feature two panels with experts discussing cultural sensitivity, customer service training for participants, and other important topics to help make the workplace a better place for the program, as well as experts discussing participant health, safety and housing issues. The event will be held at the Grand Hotel and Spa from 8:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. and a complimentary breakfast will be served.

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Wolinsky earned several awards for his exemplary service during his career including a Meritorious Service award, Special Commendation, a Unit Citation and three Police Excellence Awards, in addition to the many aboveaverage counseling records from his supervisors over the years.

Additionally, Wolinsky earned a Governor’s Citation in 2005 for participating in Operation Lifeline in New Orleans to assist in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

“Corporal Wolinsky has played an integral role in our department for many years and served as a mentor for many new officers,” said Chief Ross Buzzuro. “During his tenure, he has assisted countless new officers and we are very grateful.”

Holiday Parking Rate OK’d OCEAN CITY – Resort officials this week formally approved a $5-per-hour flat rate for parking at the Inlet lot on the Fourth of July.

For several years, the July 4 Inlet lot rates were set on a graduated scale including a $50 fee for cars entering the lot between 6 a.m. and noon, a $30 rate for cars entering the lot between noon and 3 p.m. and a $20 rate for vehicles after 3 p.m.

After a significant drop-off in Inlet lot parking revenue on the Fourth of July last summer, resort officials last week tweaked the formula with an increased hourly rate on the popular holiday to $5 from 12:01 a.m. to 11:50 p.m. on the Fourth of July in the upcoming season.

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HOW WE SEE IT

Maryland’s debate over when public schools should start represents a departure from typical partisan feuding.

Republicans typically oppose government intervention in local matters.

Republicans prefer government not play a huge role in people’s daily lives and when that’s necessary it should be done on the micro level by local legislators who know their constituents. Democrats usually support a larger government operation, feeling intervention from the top is a must to offer structure and order to maintain social wellness and economic prosperity.

While there are many others, these are fundamental differences among the two ruling parties in the country. In the Maryland General Assembly, these principles generally carry the day, but the roles appear to be reversed when it comes to the concept of when to start schools in Maryland.

Due to his Executive Order requiring schools start after Labor Day, Gov. Larry Hogan has thrown a headstrong government into the local decision-making process. He took the authority away from the local boards

of education and it was mandated at the state level. The Democrats cried foul over that order because they say local school boards should make the call. It’s a shame the Democrats don’t feel that way about setting an impossible minimum wage for businesses and governments to adapt to in the coming years.

The legislature feels so strongly about the school start and minimum wage changes that the governor’s two vetoes were overridden in short order last week. In a letter to Senate President Mike Miller last week, Gov. Larry Hogan responded to the legislature’s override on the school matter.

“I tried to work with members of the Maryland General Assembly on a compromise bill that was ultimately not even scheduled for a hearing. The legislation would have allowed any local school system that decides to start school before Labor Day to be required to put that decision on the ballot for the voters of that jurisdiction to decide for themselves,” Hogan wrote. “Our administration's bill would have offered genuine, local control over this important issue. Senate Bill 128 masquer-

ades under the guise of more local control but instead does the complete opposite of what citizens want. Perhaps one of the most troubling aspects of Senate Bill 128 is the politically charged actions that legislators took in recently amending the legislation to directly control the ballot language – a clear attempt to change the outcome of the referendum. This is highly irregular and a thinly veiled attempt to manipulate the will of our citizens.”

While Hogan remains a popular governor, his legislative success is limited. Although unfortunate, success at the ballot box means little in Annapolis. He may have a majority of Marylanders on his side on the school start bill, which we have supported for more than a decade, but it’s irrelevant. If he can’t build bi-partisan support better than he did this session, the governor will remain largely ineffective during his last term.

It’s a shame the start of school became such a hot political potato this session, but it was clearly labeled as an opportunity by the ruling Democrats to remind the governor of the realities in Maryland.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR What Financial Crisis?

Editor: When you read the local papers over the last several weeks, one might believe that the Town of Ocean City is facing a financial crisis going into Fiscal Year (FY) 2020. City Councilmembers have publicly stated the budget shortfall is between $500,000 and $800,000. In an article in The Dispatch (March 15) about the recent effort to raise the room tax a half a cent, the town budget manager is quoted as saying, “In the rough draft of the general fund budget, we’re starting at $525,000 in the hole.”

In that same issue of The Dispatch, the parking consultant working with the parking task force is quoted as saying “One of the parking problems is you’re not making enough money. It’s a revenue issue. … From the council’s perspective, this is about revenue.”

We are led to believe that we are facing a serious financial dilemma as we approach FY20, and that if more revenue is not generated, there could be an increase in the property tax rate.

However, in an article in OC Today (Nov. 23, 2018) regarding a summary of the 2018 fiscal year, we read that revenue was up $1.2 million over budget projections, while expenses were more that $2 million under budget. The town finance director is

quoted as saying, “We ended up with a favorable variance of $3.4 million for the year.”

On March 4, the budget manager wrote to the Mayor & City Council (M&CC) regarding FY19 Budget Amendment #1, that the amount in fund balance is over $6.4 million above the town’s 15% reserve policy.

This is unassigned reserve money.

What am I missing here? Why is the M&CC pushing the narrative that we are in such a dire financial situation heading into FY20? Perhaps, the real question is what is being kept from tax paying public?

Vincent dePaul Gisriel Jr. Ocean City

Our Direction Questioned Editor: Considering the recent failure of the U.S. Senate to pass Sen. Ben Sasse's proposed legislation that would require that a baby born alive after an attempted abortion be given the same medical care as any other living, breathing human being, I have to ask where we are as a nation.

I ask myself how it can be that one may be fined thousands of dollars, and even incarcerated, for molesting or disturbing the eggs of a Bald or Golden Eagle (Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act 16 U.S.C. 668668d), while at the same time abor-

tion (which certainly molests, disturbs and then kills a human life) is perfectly legal and is even celebrated by many citizens of our country.

I wonder about the attitude of so many elites in our government and intelligentsia who seem to think work is nice, but not really essential, so if your job goes away because of minimum wage laws, or government regulations concerning the environment or health care, etc., why worry? The government will provide food stamps and housing vouchers and an unemployment check. And those who disagree with this idea, who believe work is better than welfare and want to promote policies that encourage work over welfare, are labeled as mean, heartless and racist.

I am sick, just sick, about the heroin epidemic and the path of death and destruction it is cutting through so many families and neighborhoods and our society in general. There has always been addiction to various substances, but not on this level. How did we get here? Why do people place so little value on themselves?

May I posit, for the sake of argument, that perhaps one of the causes of these societal ills is our embrace of the theory of evolution and the denial of the truth of the Creator God. When we choose, for whatever reason, to SEE NEXT PAGE

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR FROM PAGE 42 deny that humans are the intentional creations of a loving God, created with purpose (to worship, to work, to serve) then what we have done is dehumanize and convey the message that human life in and of itself has no intrinsic value, it has only the value placed on it by other humans.

When we place more value on the life contained within a bird's egg than we do on the life contained within a human womb, what are we saying? If you're inconvenient, you're expendable? I will care for you for only so long as it benefits me? Think about what this means for you when you are old, and frail, and ill.

When we don't acknowledge that one of the characteristics God gave humans is the desire to work and produce, then we are stealing some of a person's humanity. We are saying, in effect, you're not important, you have nothing to contribute, we don't need you.

When we do not acknowledge that we were created to worship, then we fail to realize that the focus of our worship, if not God, will be something material that will never satisfy. From this arises addictions, not just to drugs, but to anything that satisfies that need to worship - power, wealth, fame, alcohol, on and on.

We have believed the lie for so long. Are we open minded enough to admit the possibility that what we've been doing is not working?

Carol Frazier Ocean Pines

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Editor: At the Feb. 19 Ocean City Council meeting, I saw a very unusual thing.

Members Paddack and Gehrig introduced a motion to rent the 67th Street gym to the current occupants. It was odd as this was not on the agenda, but perfectly legal. The town subsequently bought the property for a future “water treatment” facility.

At the time of the motion, Mary Knight commented that she regretted losing Jerry’s Gym in Ocean City than she teamed with Matt James, Paddack and Gehrig to rent to the gym.

Notably, Dennis Dare left the meeting room to avoid the public vote, why? In closed session later, I understand both members Dare and Martin fought against renting the gym to current management, yet both chose not to voice their opinions publicly. Member Tony DeLuca was absent on vacation.

In a closed session, on Feb. 26, Knight reversed her public position and voted to evict the gym, leaving only Gehrig, Paddack and James to uphold and finalize the public vote.

When DeLuca returned, he became the fourth vote out of seven supporting the decision to rent to the gym. The gym agreed to pay the city $84,000 a year. Deal done? Not really.

In closed session, on March 4, again, the council tried to change the terms of the agreed-upon term sheet by adding county tax. Usually when

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the town buys a building there is no county tax. Like many businesses, the gym carries itself until summer when it expects to get caught up on its bills. During this tumult a young 22year-old woman who worked at the gym, and opened the gym doors at 5 a.m., received a small raise and a 48year-old women employee at the gym worried about losing her second job.

Undaunted Knight wanted people to believe, publicly, that she was sympathetic to the plight of the employees and members of the gym. Then in closed session, out of the public view, she voted along with Martin and Dare for eviction, thinking no one would know. The three used the closed session shrewdly to avoid voicing their opinions publicly. This happens often with all manner of decisions. When the issue of a pre-made decision is brought to public attention, the vote is perfunctory, essentially a rubber stamp from a decision that was made in a prior closed session. Decisions rendered in closed meetings are not in our interest.

Worse yet seldom, if ever, has a “behind closed doors” decision been reversed at a public hearing.

Leases and contracts can and should be fully aired publicly before they are signed. The gym agreement was signed in a closed-door session in September, with “urgency” and then released to the public in December, three months later. If the town was worried about the gym’s price being public, the council could have obtained an option to buy the gym building while it was being publicly aired and before signing an agreement.

Here are a few examples of closed session decisions, without public discussion, that were not in our best interest: On June 7, 2010, ordinance 2010-15 was passed with “urgency,” purchasing the Laws property at 64th Street for a “waste-water treatment facility” for “$5,100,000” of borrowed debt. The Laws property has sat fallow for nine years while we pay interest.

Closed session decisions in 2016 and 2017 led to large bond indebtedness of “$25,795,000” on Jan. 11, 2018 of which “$3,984,832 was to be used to build a “garage” on the same Laws property, again we are paying interest on both loans for the same property.

On Jan. 15, 2019 again in a closed session, “$1,060,371 and $301,822” awarded to Harkins make it a parking lot, on the same “Laws” property. So far “$5,100,000” plus “$3,984,832” or “$9,084,832 of indebtedness and recently “$1,362,194” was awarded to Harkins a “wastewater treatment plant” than a “garage” and now a “parking lot” all in closed sessions. Could this have been any worse if it had been in public? In the sunshine?

We, the taxpayers, have every right to know what the council is doing, at all times with our money, not only when they choose. Taxpayers and voters should demand these types of purchases and huge bond indebtedness occur at all times in plain public view so we can observe and

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Berlin residents are fired up for good reason. The reality is they are going to be spending a lot more to live in their homes next year.

Exactly how much more is still unknown, but Mayor Gee Williams revealed his intentions this week, announcing a proposal to increase the property tax rate by 29%, from 68 cents per $100 of assessed valuation to 88 cents. The proposed fiscal year 2020 budget needs the new tax revenue, despite town department heads slashing their budgets, resulting in the total budget for the town decreasing 18% to $5.9 million.

To make the proposed tax increase understandable for residents and businesses, I crunched the numbers this week. A piece of property valued at $400,000 will see its annual tax bill jump $880. A citizen with property valued at $300,000 will owe the town $600 more in the next fiscal year. A homeowner with an assessed value of $200,000 – close to the average in Berlin – will see taxes jump $440.

On the commercial side of things, it’s more complicated as far as figuring out what it means for the individual businesses because there are unknowns.

While it’s tricky dealing with hypotheticals, it’s safe to assume a commercial property owner is going to pass the entire new tax burden onto the tenant in the form of increased rent. Therefore, for a commercial property valued at $500,000, the increased tax for the next year would come to about $1,000, resulting in an increase in monthly rent to the tune of $85 for the tenant.

It will be interesting to observe over the coming weeks whether the mayor’s proposed tax rate is adjusted by the council. What will be equally compelling is what town decision makers will do with planned fee increases for utilities.

A 5% increase for water has been discussed with a 10% jump in sewer fees on the table as well as a potential doubling of the current stormwater fee.

Back in February, when the town kicked off its budget process and it was revealed the town was in serious financial trouble, town officials reminded citizens taxes had not been increased in Berlin for 15 years and the rate was even lowered a few years back. While that may be true, it provides little solace to residents now. It was expected the town would back off the concept of raising taxes by 34%, which sent shockwaves through the community when it was reported in February. I wrongly assumed the town would play the political game of outlining the worst-case scenario and then ultimately come back with a much palatable increase. While that could still occur, I think the mayor’s proposed budget will closely resemble the finished product.

Dozens of individuals roasted the town council last week about these unprecedented increases. The impact of all the criticism appeared to be minimal.

It’s not because town officials didn’t hear the concerns. They did but the mayor’s budget and planned 29% tax increase for residential and commercial properties speaks to the severity of the town’s fiscal problems.

Clearly, there were many inexcusable mistakes made by town decision makers in recent years. Like many households, the town was simply living beyond its means for many years. It was wrong to be using general fund dollars to supplement struggling utility funds. It was bad governance. The town has also been foolish in not keeping its reserves at a healthy level. The bill has now come due, and it’s going to hurt all aspects of the town. There will be be consequences for the town’s mismanagement. I suspect people considering buying in Berlin will be scared away, and current homeowners on fixed incomes could see fit to sell and downsize elsewhere. There will also be major political fallout, but the next town election is not until October 2020.

Maybe it’s just a coincidence, but it’s been nice the last two years to see Worcester County Public Schools celebrate two teachers who choose to work with students with special needs.

On Wednesday, Snow Hill Elementary’s Gina Russell, who works with special needs kids in the 3- and 4-year-old program, was surprised with word she had won the county’s teacher of the year honor. Cedar Chapel Special School teacher Karen Holland won top honors last year in the county.

At an event on Friday in Ocean City, when the school system announced the four finalists, Russell delivered some well-regarded remarks that bear repeating.

“If you’re exhausted and you feel like you’ve lost the magic, please take the time to research new strategies,” she said. “How amazing is it in education that we get a multitude of opportunities to grow stronger and to sharpen our path and learn something new. Our students deserve marigolds as teachers and you deserve to be one … I challenge each and every one of you to plant a seed and watch it grow as there is nothing more rewarding and motivating than this.”

question should we choose, before we are further indebted. We have a right to know what Knight’s true opinion is, also Dare and Martin. Why would they not want to share their view in public? What do they have to hide?

Chalk it up to Mr. Paddack’s honesty and Mr. Gehrig’s courage or this letter could not have been written. It is not sufficient to have a sham public

hearing and a rubber stamp vote to give an appearance of propriety on matters of substance often decided months before in a closed-door hearing. For those on the council that continue to want to do these deals behind closed doors and conceal their votes, be advised this is unacceptable. Remember, sunlight is the best disinfectant.

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Twenty-four students were inducted to the Pablo Picasso Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica and 12students were inducted to the Societe Honoraire de Francais Chapitre Bastille at the Worcester Prep Spanish Honor Society and French Honor Society Induction Ceremony on March 28. Above, front from left, are Spanish Honor students Sydney Stebenne and Carly Young; second row, Brugh Moore, Grace Hopkins, Bryn Elliott, Waverly Choy, Vishnu Mohan and Kaden Mault; third row, Vincent Petrera, Connor Carpenter, Ava Gerachis, C.C. Lizas, Caroline Anderson, Marika Vasilikos and Graham McColgan; and, back, Joseph Schwartz, Ben Brandt, Mason Brown, Maddy Warren, Aly Matha, Ally Elerding, Ryan Brafman, Chipper Becker and Basil Christian. Below, French inductees were, front from left, Sophia Ludt, Anna Dashiell, Kat McCormick and Hannah Perdue; second row, Lexi Willey, Millie Cammack, Summer Walker and French teacher Debbie Speier; and, back, Will Mears, Daniel Chen, Cole Lamson-Reich, Eli Prushansky and Ethan Scheiber.

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Ocean City Elementary School celebrated Disney Spirit Day on March 20. Pictured showing their best Minnie Mouse spirit are third-graders Thea Macrides, Cecelia Diehlmann, Giabella Abruzzo, Morgan Clarke, Katherine Conway, Payton Caprarola, Grace Queen and Chloe Holland.

Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School physical education teacher John Haskell hosted the Marine Corps League First State Detachment 689 on March 20 and 22 for the annual National Youth Physical Fitness Program. Students in grades three through eight participated in various challenges to encourage a love for physical activity. Above, sixth-graders are pictured with Haskell and Marine Corps members.

Berlin Intermediate School’s fifth-grade Girls Kindness Club recently adopted fourth-grader Isabella Candeloro’s father, Frank Candeloro of the U.S. Air Force and his platoon. The group collected a variety of items and made cards for the platoon and mailed them to Kuwait, Ali Ai Salem Air Base where they are currently stationed. Pictured, front row, are Emma Walsh, Isabelle Candeloro, Lexi Rupple and Ellie Cheynet; back row, Megan Kiser, Gigi Sallah, Brianna Merrit (electronically on hand) Madison Donaway, Aubrey Cooper and Michelle Bankert, school counselor.

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BERLIN – The Pooch Palooza Dog Festival will return to the Frontier Town Western Theme Park and Campground on April 27-28.

The canine games will begin at 9 a.m. and run until 4 p.m. each day.

Dogs can be a part of the Canine Pie Eating competition, the Costume Contest, The FastFetch Cup and the new Battle of the Boarders. Dogs can play some of the Companion Games, like the Tower of Temptation, the Team Relay or run the new Mazerunner for a chance to win ribbons and prizes.

The Ultimate Air Dogs will be on

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site dock diving for bumpers and this dock is even open to prospective canine athletes for a chance to dive off the dock and explore the sport.

The Lure Chase, presented by Full Moon Pet, returns this year giving those pups with cabin fever a chance to run off some of that pent-up winter energy. Proceeds from the Lure Chase will go directly to this year's community outreach to provide pet oxygen masks to all fire stations in Worcester County.

A local family dog could be the next Delmarva Unleashed Cover Dog when he or she poses for the camera

or catches the eye of the roving camera girl. With only four covers a year, it's a prestigious title.

At noon on Saturday, April 27, the chopper will arrive (weather permitting) to drop 500 tennis balls in the annual tennis ball Lottery. Your dog is sure to take home a prize even if it's just the tennis ball itself, but there are a wide variety of prizes valued from 89 cents to $89.

Registration opens at 8 a.m. in the "Hunt for Hope Dog Walk." The human kids will love this, according to organizers, and more can be learned by vis-

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iting PoochesforLife.org The weekend also features seminars, vendors and more. Pooch Palooza is your dog's weekend to have fun, while their humans hang with them.

Tickets are available in advance at PoochPalooza.com and at the gate.

Dogs need no previous experience to be a part of the games and have some canine fun.

The festival is sponsored by Gateway Subaru, Full Moon Pet, Precious Paws Animal Hospital, Inside Ocean City, and Concord Pet. A Delmarva Unleashed production.

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Sports

Seahawks Fall To Colonel Richardson, 1-0

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Mallards Rebound With Win Over Bennett In The News

BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

BERLIN – After suffering its first loss of the season last week, Worcester Prep’s boys’ varsity lacrosse team rebounded with a win over Bennett on the road on Monday.

The Mallards opened the season with an 8-5 win over Saints Peter and Paul, followed by a narrow 5-4 loss to crosstown rival Stephen Decatur last Wednesday for the first time in four years in the traditional series.

Last Friday, the Mallards took their second loss of the season, falling to Delaware power Cape Henlopen, 16-1.

Worcester trailed 8-0 after one quarter and 13-0 at the half. The Mallards got on the board in the fourth

quarter on a goal by Mason Brown.

The Vikings outshot the Mallards, 349, in the contest and Worcester keeper Hunter Gentry was outstanding in goal with eight saves despite the outcome.

The Worcester boys didn’t take long to erase the pain of that first defeat, however. The Mallards beat Bennett, 10-7, on the road on Monday in another non-conference game.

The Mallards hit the road again on Friday for a matchup with Caesar Rodney, which will be their fourth straight road game, before returning home next Monday against Parkside.

After Parkside, the Mallards face two Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference foes with Gunston on the road and Delmarva Christian at home next Friday.

Decatur Softball Win Streak Halted

BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

BERLIN – Decatur’s varsity softball team took its first loss of the season on Monday in the home opener, falling to Colonel Richardson, 12-1.

The Seahawks opened the season last week with a 25-6 rout of Wicomico, followed by a 7-4 win over Bennett. Decatur improved to 3-0 with a win over Northampton last Friday. In that contest, Lexi Black pitched a complete game and struck out seven,

while Amber Whittaker went 4-4 at the plate.

On Monday, the Seahawks faced Colonel Richardson at home with Black on the mound, but the Colonels scored early and often on their way to a 12-1 rout. With the loss, Decatur dropped to 3-1 on the season. The Seahawks face Kent Island on the road on Friday, followed by another road game against Wicomico next Monday. They won’t play at home again until next Friday against Worcester County rival Snow Hill.

Decatur’s Jack Rosenberg fires on home against Colonel Richardson on Monday. The Seahawks fell in a tight, well-pitched game, 1-0.

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

BERLIN – Stephen Decatur’s varsity baseball team dropped a wellpitched, well-played game to Colonel Richardson on Monday, ending a bizarre first week that also included two wins and a suspended game.

The Seahawks opened the season with a 3-1 win over Wicomico last week.

The next day, Decatur faced familiar rival Bennett on the road and the game was suspended with the two teams tied at 1-1 in the 10th inning

because of darkness.

Last Friday, the Seahawks battled back against Northampton, scoring three runs in the top of the seventh to pull out the 8-6 win and improve to 21 on the season. On Monday, finally at home, Decatur lost a pitcher’s duel to Colonel Richardson, 1-0, collecting just two hits in the contest.

The Seahawks now have two straight on the road including Friday’s game at Kent Island, followed by Wicomico on the road next Monday. Decatur faces Snow Hill at home next Thursday, followed by a home game against Nandua next Friday.

Decatur Boys Rout Sussex Central, 15-1

BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

BERLIN – Stephen Decatur’s boys’ varsity lacrosse team routed host Sussex Central last Friday to improve to 2-0 on the young season.

The Seahawks started the 2019 season with a big road win over crosstown rival Worcester Prep, 5-4, last Wednesday.

On Friday, the Decatur boys showed little signs of any letdown after their win in the annual backyard brawl,

routing Sussex Central on the road.

15-1.

The Seahawks now enter the tough middle part of their schedule with a series of home and road games against always-tough Bayside North opponents. Decatur faces Kent County on the road on Friday, followed by a home game against North Caroline next Wednesday.

After that, the Seahawks will face Queen Anne’s on the road, followed by a home game against old nemesis Kent Island.

Seahawks Rout Sabres, Improve To 2-1

BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

Decatur’s Lexi Black delivers a pitch during the second inning of Monday’s game against Colonel Richardson.

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BERLIN – Stephen Decatur’s girls’ varsity lacrosse team beat Saints Peter and Paul last Friday for its second straight win against a non-conference opponent.

The Seahawks opened the season with a tough loss to Cape Henlopen, but since have won two straight to improve to 2-1. The Decatur girls beat

crosstown rival Worcester Prep, 15-8, last Wednesday, followed by an 18-5 win over Saints Peter and Paul last Friday. It was the fifth straight win for the Seahawks over the Sabres.

The Seahawks now enter the meat of their conference schedule with a road game against Easton yesterday, followed by a home game against Kent Island on Friday. Decatur hits the road again on Monday for a game against North Caroline.

decatur Track Teams Strong in 1st meet

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BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

BERLIN – Stephen Decatur’s varsity track teams turned in a strong performance in the first outdoor meet of the season last week including a handful of first-place finishes in individual events.

The Decatur boys finished second overall in the meet hosted by Bennett, which finished first. Wicomico was third. The Decatur girls finished fourth overall. Cambridge-South Dorchester was first, Bennett was second and Wicomico was third.

On the boys side, in the 200, London Drummond finished sixth and Brandon Quach was 10th. In the 400, Chad Fischer finished fourth and Maddox Bunting finished eighth. Fischer finished second in the 800, while Richard Poist was third and Carter McClendon was eighth.

In the 1,600, Sam Rakowski was third, George Cheynet was fourth, Matthew Brown was fifth and McClendon was eighth. Cheynet was fourth in the 3,200, while Liam Foley finished sixth.

In the 110-meter hurdles, Samuel Oates finished fourth and Victor Vick finished eighth. Oates was fifth in the 300-meter hurdles, while Vick was eighth. Decatur finished first in the 4x800 relay, third in the 4x100, third in the 4x200 and fourth in the 4x400.

In the field events, Drummond finished first in the high jump, long jump and triple jump. Theophillius Hobbs

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was fourth in the high jump, while Raul Gault was eighth in the long jump.

Hobbs was sixth in the triple jump, while Gault was seventh and Nolan Kelley was 10th.

Noah Selt was fourth in the pole vault, while Justin Hicks finished sixth and Michael Romano finished eighth.

Daletez Smith came in first in the discus, while Eric Bontempo was sixth and Chasyn Beachley was ninth. Smith also finished third in the shot put.

On the girls’ side, Jessica Janney finished fourth in the 400. Dori Krasner finished third in the 800, while Ella Peters was ninth and P.J. Venezia-Westphal was 10th. Devon Kramer came in sixth in the 1,600, while Erin Riccio was 10th.

In the 3,200, Avery Braciszewski finished sixth and Amalia Murphy was eighth.

In the 100-meter hurdles, Raeghan Flynn was sixth, Giana Cauble was seventh and Ashley Nauscheutz was 10th. Nauscheutz was third in the 300meter hurdles, while Flynn was fifth and Cauble was sixth. In the relays, the Decatur girls were third in the 4x800, third in the 4x400, fifth in the 4x200 and sixth in the 4x100.

In the field events, Janney was second in the high jump, while Jacelyn Clapsadle was sixth and Bridget Buxbaum was ninth. Janney also finished second in the long jump and second in the triple jump. Margie Rayne came in first in both the discus and the shot put.

Zoriah Shockley finished 10th in the discus and third in the shot put.

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BERLIN – Worcester Prep’s varsity tennis teams swept a pair of matches from Indian River in season openers last week.

The Worcester boys beat the Indians, 6-1. The Mallards got singlesmatch wins from Dominic Anthony, Will Todd, Graham Hammond and Joseph Schwartz. Worcester also won both doubles matches, getting wins from the team of Alexander Canakis and Frank Carter, and also from Colin Miller and Parker Brandt.

On the girls’ side, Worcester also

beat Indian River, 6-1. The Mallards got singles’ wins from Abigail Plylar, Sumira Sehgal, Summer Walker and Maya Natesan. Worcester also got doubles wins from the team of Mesa Cammack and Saylor McGuiness and also the team of Kennedy Humes and Korina Gjikuria.

Back in action on Monday, the Worcester girls blanked Bennett, 70. The Mallards got singles wins from Plylar, Annika Larsen, Sehgal and Natesan.

Worcester also got doubles wins from the team of Plylar and Larsen, Cammack and McGuiness, and Walker and Waverly Choy.

Worcester girls notch First Win of Season

BY SHAWN J. SOPER

MANAGING EDITOR

BERLIN – Worcester Prep’s girls’ varsity lacrosse team got in the win column this week with a 14-11 win over Bennett on the road in a non-conference game.

The Mallards opened the season with a 15-8 loss to neighborhood rival Stephen Decatur last Wednesday. On Friday, the Worcester girls traveled to Cape Henlopen and lost to the Vikings,

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Worcester was led by Carly Hoffman with two goals, along with single goals by Delaney Abercrombie, Myranda Beebe, Madison Van Orden and Abby Reynolds. Cape took 46 shots in the game and the Worcester keepers combined for 27 saves.

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ow early is too early to talk to your kids about drugs?

If you’re like me, you are scared to death of the future when it comes to this topic.

This is particularly troubling for us as both our kids were adopted and born to opiate-addicted birth mothers. They both have addiction in their background and they will need to be aware of this moving forward in life when it comes to making the right decisions.

I know a little bit about that, as my father was an addict. I understand that I have an addictive personality. I believe for the most part I have funneled my tendencies into the positives life has to offer, but I am fully aware of my addictive tendencies toward many aspects of life including work and alcohol.

The only way we really know how to address these addiction concerns with our kids is to be open about their background and continue to preach about the dangers of drugs whenever the opportunities present themselves.

That’s why we were excited for the D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program at Beckett’s school, Worcester Prep, and we knew it would be of special interest to him. He came home every night for the last month filling us in on his sessions with Worcester County Sheriff’s Deputy Howard who led the program.

It clearly impacted him and he can recite the D.A.R.E. decision-making model – define, assess, respond and evaluate.

At the conclusion of the program, all the students were charged by their teachers with writing an essay about their DARE program experience.

Beckett was one of two students selected to read what they wrote before parents and classmates at the wrapup ceremony on Monday. It came as a surprise to us, as we know there

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are many talented writers in his class.

However, what may have been different about his essay was how much personal information was included.

As he was writing his essay, he told us of his plans to write about how he was born addicted to drugs and was in the hospital for withdrawal for days. He seemed to want to make sure if it would be appropriate in our opinion. He wasn’t asking permission, as that’s not really his style, but he did seem to want to know what our thoughts were about sharing his adoption story in this sort of fashion.

We told him he should write about it. He has struggled in the past with writing, especially when it involves creativity and not simply answering a reading comprehension question.

I’ve always reminded him, especially at a young age, it’s best to write about topics that you know about.

“Write what you know,” is what I tell him when he’s blocked on using his spelling words in sentences, for example.

I thought I would share some excerpts from the letter.

“I have learned so much from the D.A.R.E. program. I was adopted at birth by my parents. I was born addicted to drugs and went through serious withdrawal for months. D.A.R.E. let me understand more about my birth mother and what the drugs did to her. This will help me make much better choices.

D.A.R.E is a really interesting program.

I will try my best not to get into trouble when I grow up.

“When I get older, I plan to not drink alcohol or do drugs. I have the addictive gene from my birth mother. She was an alcoholic, smoked and did very heavy drugs. I know that I could become addicted a lot easier than someone without this history. I plan to not get into a position that I will regret later. I will have the right kind of friends and try my best to not get into trouble. I will not give into

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I share this for two reasons. One, I’m exceptionally proud of my son.

Ever since he was born, we have been honest with him about his life.

We have been reading adoption stories to him as far back as I can remember because we are proud to be an adoptive family. It was an incredibly difficult journey with a lot of heartache, frustrations, expense and joy. It was an emotional roller coaster from start to finish. We pushed through all the negative experiences and overcame many challenges, including a horrible failed adoption of twins in Florida, because we were blinded by our passion to have a family. We want both our kids to share whatever they want about their lives.

Secondly, his message is important for people with addiction in their families to understand and accept.

Rather than maintain a rosy outlook and contend “it won’t happen to me,” it’s best to accept what you know.

Simply because one is predisposed to certain tendencies based on genetics doesn’t mean it’s a guarantee the outcome will be the same, but an awareness of what could be should serve us all well in our futures. Beckett, at the ripe age of 10 years old, seems to be at peace with his realities and has on occasion questioned whether an obsession with this or that, like video games, talking or candy, are a result of his addictive gene.

It’s impossible to answer that with any level of certainty, but I’m happy to be having the conversation.

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Ocean City Lions Club President Norm Cathell presents new vision screening equipment to Chairman Mike Hooper of the club’s vision screening committee.

The committee conducts screening for preschool and kindergarten students with referral for follow-up care provided.

The Ocean City-Berlin Rotary Club and Snow Hill Rotary Club made a joint donation of a telepresence robot to Worcester County Public Schools at last month’s Board of Education meeting. Pictured, from left, are Coordinator of Instruction Diane Stulz, Superintendent of Schools Loy Taylor, Arlan Kinney, Cliff Berg, Sonia Baker, Rotary President Margaret Mudron, Bob Smith, Board President William Gordy and Steve Gragert.

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When David Larmore passed away from Spina Bifida at the age of 32, his parents, Sheldon and Sara Belle Larmore, wanted to honor his life of service to others. The Larmores presented a $3,000 grant to Easterseals’ Camp Fairlee through the David Larmore Memorial Fund at the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore. The grant will aid summer camp experiences that provide children’s therapy and exercise programs for those with disabilities. Pictured, from left, are Ford Wagonner, Easterseals director of Marketing and Public Affairs; BJ Summers, Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore; Ken Sklenar, Easter Seals CEO; and Sara Belle and Sheldon Larmore.

The Republican Women of Worcester County held a fundraiser at the Ocean Pines Community Flea Market on Saturday, March 30. The "Bag Lady" and her helpers were selling over 100 new and gently used handbags and accessories that were generously donated by members of RWWC.

SoDel Cares, the philanthropic arm of SoDel Concepts, recently donated $5,000 to Pathways to Success, which helps prepare youth and their families for success in life. Pictured, from left, are Lindsey Barry, president of SoDel Cares; Sarah Gilmour, outreach coordinator for Pathways to Success; and Fay Blake, executive director of Pathways to Success.

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Pictured, from left, are Dr. Diane Ceruzzi, Wound Care Center medical director; Brenda Marino, RN; Mary Mullins, RN, clinical program manager; Trish Penney, front office assistant; Bonnie Bass, front office coordinator; Andrea Kroger, RN; JoAnna Schanno, RN; Chante Walker, MOA; and Babette Pennay, CRNP.

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BERLIN – The Wound Care Center at Atlantic General Hospital has been named a Center of Excellence for the 10th consecutive year.

Healogics, the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services, bestows the Robert A. Warriner III, M.D., Center of Excellence Award to those wound care centers that achieve or exceeds clinical and operational benchmarks including 92 percent patient satisfaction rate and 91 percent healing rate, meaning it takes under 30 median days or less to heal.

Out of 413 eligible centers, 342 earned the award this year. Atlantic General’s Wound Care Center is the only center in the U.S. to receive the award 10 times.

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“The wound care center staff is very committed to their patients. They are dedicated, they work collaboratively and truly treat patients like family. I’m so proud of this team and the level of clinical excellence they have consistently achieved,” said Mary Mullins, clinical program manager of the Wound Care Center.

“This award demonstrates Atlantic General Wound Care Center’s continued and consistent commitment to our patients and hospital partners, and a focus on creating an exceptional patient experience,” said David Bassin, Healogics chief executive officer.

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ON THE EDGE Harppon Hanna’s: Friday, April 5

THIRD PERIOD FRENCH Fager’s Island: Friday, April 5

FULL CIRCLE Seacrets: Saturday, April 6 & Thursday, April 11 (duo)

CHEST PAINS Hooters: Saturday, April 6

PICKLES PUB 410-289-4891 8th St. & Philadelphia Ave. Friday, April 5: Beats By Jeremy, 10 p.m.

Saturday, April 6: Sean Loomis Mondays: Karaoke With Jeremy Thursdays: Beats By Wax SMITTY MCGEE’S 302-436-4716 37234 Lighthouse Rd., West Fenwick Ireland, DE Thursdays & Fridays: Randy Lee Ashcraft & The Saltwater Cowboys SEACRETS 410-524-4900 49th St.& Coastal Hwy. Friday, April 5: The Freddie Long Band, 5 p.m., DJ Tuff, 9 p.m., The Rockets, 10 p.m.

Saturday, April 6: Full Circle, 5 p.m., Gas Station Disco, 9 p.m., My Hero Zero, 10 p.m., 2 DJs Thursday, April 11: Full Circle Duo, 5 p.m.

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Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday: AARP Tax-Aide Free Tax Preparation

Mondays 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Ocean Pines branch library, 11107 Cathell Rd., Ocean Pines. Appointment: 443373-2667. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Mac Center, 909 Progress Circle, Suite 100, Salisbury. Appointment: 410-957-0878. Fridays: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Pocomoke branch library, 301 Market St., Pocomoke City. Appointment: 410-957-0878. Saturdays 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Ocean City Senior Center, 104 41st St., Ocean City. Appointment: 443-373-2667.

Every Monday: TOPS Meeting

5:30-6:30 p.m. Atlantic General Hospital, Berlin.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a support group promoting weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.410-641-0157.

Every Monday: Delmarva Chorus Meeting

7 p.m. Ocean Pines Community Center. Women of all ages invited to sing with the group. 410-6416876.

Second Monday Of Month: Ocean Pines Camera Club 7 p.m. Ocean Pines branch library. Monthly get-together to share photos, tips, programs. Group goes on a photo shoot the Saturday following meeting and hosts a hands-on workshop the last Thursday of each month. Professional and amateur photographers and new members welcome. Meets second Monday of each month.

Every Tuesday: TOPS Meeting

5:30-7 p.m. Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Dr., Berlin. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. jeanduck47@gmail.com.

Third Tuesday: Alzheimer’s Support Group

11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Berlin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 9715 Healthway Dr., Berlin. Free caregivers group. 410-629-6123.

Every Wednesday Through April 17 Lenten Bible Study

6 p.m. Eastern Orthodox Community of Saint Andrew Church, 33384 MacKenzie Way (off Plantation Road), Lewes, Del. “The Gospel of Mark: The Way of the Cross and the Challenge of the Empty Tomb.”

Everyone welcome. 302-645-5791 or www.orthodoxdelmar.org.

Every Wednesday: Delmarva Hand Dance Club Dance To Sounds of ’50s And ’60s Music

5:30-9 p.m. Ocean City Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave. $5 donation per person to benefit veterans and local charities in the Delmarva region. Dance lessons with Certified Hand Dance instructor Diane Engstrom on first and third Wednesdays of every month, 5-5:45 p.m. Dancing afterward until 9 p.m,.

All are welcome. dance@delmarvahanddancing.com or http://-delmarvahanddancing.com. 410-2081151.

Second Wednesday: Polish American Club Of Delmarva Meeting

2-4 p.m. Columbus Hall. Anyone of Polish or Slavic descent is welcome. No meetings June, July, August. 410-723-2639 or 410-250-2548.

Second Thursday: Ocean Pines Garden Club

10 a.m. Ocean Pines Community Center. Visitors and new members welcome.

Every Friday: Knights Of Columbus #9053 Bingo

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Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo at 6:30 p.m. 9901 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City. Possible to win the $1,000 big jackpot each week. 410-524-7994.

Every Friday: FORGE Contemporary Youth And Family Ministry

medical oncologist and hematologist, and Manoj Jain, M.D., radiation oncologist. Keynote address by cancer survivor Darlene Jackson-Bowen, Ph.D., PA. A panel of survivors will also be held for discussion and Q&A. Advance registration required: www.agh.care/hope or 410-629-6820.

First Saturday Of Month: Writers Group

4-6 p.m. Berlin branch’s Dr. Mary E. Humphreys Community Room. Includes business and library information. Guest speaker: Branch Manager Alice Paterra discussing history of libraries in America and the new library. Snacks will be served. Everyone welcome.

6:30-8:30 p.m. FORGE Center, 7804 Gumboro Rd., Pittsville. Designed for kids ages 5-65, the program provides a meal, music, games, activities and a life lesson that can be of use to anyone. Christianbased program but does not require the practice of faith to attend. 443-366-2813.

10 a.m.-noon. Berlin branch, Worcester County Library. Anyone interested in writing is invited to join the group and share a story, poem or essay or just come and enjoy listening to others. This is a free activity. New members are always welcome. The group is comprised of amateur as well as professional, published writers willing to share their knowledge and offer tips on being creative with words.

April 6: All-You-Can-Eat Fried Chicken Buffet

11 a.m.-until. Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church, Willards. Chicken, vegetables, beverages, desserts.

Adults: $14; children: $7; under 6 years eat free.

Bake table and carry-outs. 443-614-9898.

April 6: Ocean City Senior Center Fundraiser

11 a.m.-3 p.m. Carrabba’s Italian Grill. $16 per person. Menu: Chicken marsala with broccoli or mashed potatoes; chicken Bryan with broccoli or mashed potatoes; spaghetti with meatballs and meat sauce; linguine positano; or chicken Caesar salad. All come with a side Caesar salad or minestrone soup and a mini cannoli. Tickets available at the center or at the door. 410-289-0824 or fax 1-855-230-5496.

April 11: Annual Arbor Day Memorial Tree Planting Ceremony, Luncheon

10:30 a.m. Pintail Park, Ocean Pines. Hosted by Ocean Pines Garden Club. A tree will be planted in memory of garden club members, relatives and friends who passed away during 2018. Open to all.

Ceremony includes bagpipe musician, chorus, poems, proclamations and tolling of a bell as each name is recited and soil is placed around the tree being planted. Luncheon at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club follows ceremony. 410-641-5295 or rexerann@gmail.com.

April 11: Free Breast Health Event

5-8 p.m. Atlantic General Hospital, in partnership with Susan G. Komen Maryland, offering a free breast health discussion and dinner for area women. Residence by Marriott, 61st Street and the bay, Ocean City. Three-hour “Hope In Bloom” event will address early detection, treatment and survivorship.

Presentations will be given by Roopa Gupta, M.D.,

April 11: Friends Of The Berlin Library Meeting

April 11: AARP Meeting

10 a.m. Ocean City Senior Center, 41st Street and Coastal Highway (behind the Dough Roller). Please arrive early at 9:30 a.m. for a social half-hour and refreshments. Guest speaker will discuss good kidney health. Optional luncheon will follow the meeting at a local restaurant. New members welcome.

410-250-0980.

April 12: Maryland Crab Cake Dinner

4-6:30 p.m. Stevenson United Methodist Church, 123 N. Main St., Berlin. $12: Maryland crab cake sandwich, green beans, baked potato, cole slaw; or $8: Maryland crab cake sandwich. Bake sale table.

Carry-outs available.

April 12: Oyster Fritter Sandwich

3 p.m.-until. American Legion Sal 123, 10111 Old Ocean City Blvd. (next to Rite Aid), Berlin. Cost: $9.

Public welcome.

April 12: Food Pantry Give-Away

9 a.m. Potters House Charge, New Bethel U.M. Church, 10203 Germantown Rd., Berlin. 443-2350889. Early registration: 410-641-2058, leave message.

April 5, 2019 April 13: All-You-Can-Eat Chicken And Dumplings

drink. 410-641-1977.

5-7 p.m. Bishopville Fire Department Auxiliary Main Station. Adult: $12; children under 11: $6. Chicken, hand-rolled dumplings, cole slaw, green beans and sweet potatoes, water, tea, coffee. Soda, bottled water and desserts sold separately. Eat-in or carryout. 443-880-6966.

April 13: Bridge Bash And Games Galore

9:15 a.m. Doors open for registration and breakfast (homemade cinnamon rolls, pastries, juice, coffee; playing begins at 9:45 a.m.; lunch, short program and door prizes at noon. Asbury United Methodist Church, Salisbury. P.E.O. Chapter V, a philanthropic organization where women celebrate advancement of women, educate women through scholarships, grants, awards, loans and stewardship of Cottey College and motivate women to achieve their highest aspirations. $30 per person, space is limited.

Four two-hour classes will be offered in March for 4100, location to be determined. 410-873-2126 or cowall@comcast.net.

April 14, April 18, April 19, April 21: Easter Activities

April 14, Noon-2 p.m.: Easter egg hunt, crafts, games, snacks and egg hunt for children up to fifth grade. April 18, 7 p.m.: Maundy Thursday Service, includes Holy Communion. April 19: Noon-3 p.m., Good Friday Service and Prayer Vigil; April 21: Easter Sunday Services at 8 a.m. (informal/traditional), 9:15 a.m. (contemporary worship, child care provided), 10:30 a.m. (formal, child care provided).

Community Church at Ocean Pines, 11227 Racetrack Rd., Berlin. 410-641-5433 or CCAOP.org.

April 15: Democratic Women’s Club Of Worcester County Meeting

9:30 a.m., coffee and converstion; 10 a.m., meeting.

Ocean Pines Commnity Center in Ocean Pines.

Food donations for local food banks encouraged.

April 15: Burley Oak Charity Night For Assateague Island Alliance

6-9 p.m. Burley Oak Brewing Company, Berlin. Win prizes, enjoy iive music courtesy of Michelle and Kathy from Full Circle, and enjoy a fresh brew or root beer. All funds raised benefit Assateague Island National Seashore.

April 18: Holy Thursday Worship

April 13: Chicken And Dumplings Dinner

Noon and 7 p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Hwy. (corner of Route 611 and Snug Harbor Road), Berlin. Includes handwashing symbolizing cleansing, Holy Communion, stripping the sanctuary. All welcome. 410-641-2186.

April 13: Breakfast Sandwich Sale

8 a.m.-8 p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Hwy. (corner of Route 611 and Snug Harbor Road), Berlin. Centers include intercessory prayers, personal reflections. Come when you wish and stay as long as you wish. All welcome. 410-641-2186.

5-7 p.m. Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary, Main Street, Bishopville. Adults: $12; children 11 and under: $6. Chicken and dumplings, cole slaw, green beans, sweet potatoes, water, tea, coffee. Bottle water, soda and baked goods sold separately. 443-880-6966.

7-10 a.m. or until sold out. Berlin Fire Company, 214 N. Main St., Berin. Breakfast sandwiches only: Choose from bacon, egg and cheese or sausage, egg and cheese. Milk, orange juice, coffee. Cost: $5 for one breakfast sandwich and one drink item. The public is invited to support the Berlin Fire Company.

Berlin Little League Opening Day Parade starts at 9 a.m. Any Berlin Little League member in uniform will receive a free breakfast sandwich and a free

April 19: Good Friday Centers Of The Cross

April 20: All-You-Can-Eat Fried Chicken Dinner

11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. New Hope United Methodist Church, 7338 New Hope Rd., Willards. Menu includes mashed potatoes, greens, string beans, macaroni and cheese, beets, biscuits, dessert, coffee. Cost: Adults/$13. Carry-outs available. 410543-8244 or 443-235-0251.

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REAL ESTATE AUCTION SATURDAY, APRIL 6, AT 10:00 AM 11812 GUM POINT ROAD, BERLIN, MD

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WATERFRONT PROPERTY FOR AUCTION

April 20: ShoreMixx Band And Spaghetti Dinner

THIS 26,353 SQ FT WATERFRONT LOT WITH AN EXCEPTIONAL VIEW WILL BE AUCTIONED ON SATURDAY, APRIL 6, AT 10:00 AM.

3-7 p.m. American Legion Post 123, 10111 Old Ocean City Blvd. (next To Rite Aid), Berlin. $8. Dinner includes spaghetti with meat sauce or marinara sauce, salad, dinner roll. Public welcome.

April 21: Easter Outdoor Sunrise Service

6:30 a.m. Assateague State Park, 6915 Stephen Decatur Hwy., Berlin. Bring lawn chairs, dress warmly. Easter breakfast immediately after at Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Hwy. (corner of Route 611 and Snug Harbor Road), Donations requested. Easter worship at 10:30 a.m. All welcome. 410-641-2186.

April 23-24-25: Maryland Basic Boating Safety Course

Ocean Pines Branch library. Maryland Safe Boating Certificate required for all boat operators born after July 1, 1972, awarded after successful completion of the course, which includes piloting in local waters, tying nauticalknots, foul weather tactics, legal issues, common marine maintenance. $15 for all three evenings. Register: 410-935-4807 or email cgauxoc@gmail.com.

April 26-28: Assateague Nature Photography Workshop

Friday: 7 p.m.; Sunday: 2 p.m. Join world-class instructor Irene Sacilotto to focus on strategies and techniques required to produce high-quality wildlife images while capturing moments in nature. Limited spaces available. This workshop will utilize Assateague for field work. Fee. Registration: AssateagueIslandAlliance.org.

April 28: Italian Dinner

4-6 p.m. Church of the Holy Spirit, 100th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City. Catered by Carrabba’s. Includes chicken Bryan, penne pomodoro, Caesar salad, garlic breadsticks, iced tea, lemonade. Desserts will be available for $1. Tickets: $15, available at the church and at the door on the day.

410-723-1973 or 443-235-8942.

April 30: Registration For Sussex C.A.R.E.S. Conference

“Creating Awareness Of Resources For Every Senior In Sussex County” conference set for May 9, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Crossroad Community Church, Georgetown, Del. Keynote speaker: Patricia W. Griffin, Master, Delaware Court of Chancery. Includes lunch and door prizes, vendors. All are invited to learn how to ensure that final wishes are carried out. Register: 302-396-9518 or http://bit.ly/2019caresconference.

May 3-4: Gigantic Yard Sale And Bake Sale

8 a.m.-3 p.m. St. Andrew’s Orthodox Church, 33384 Mackenzie Way (off Plantation Road), Lewes, Del. Look for the gold dome. Rain or shine. Proceeds benefit St. Andrew’s Church. 302-436-4029.

May 9: AARP Meeting

10 a.m. Ocean City Senior Center, 41st Street and Coastal Highway (behind the Dough Roller). Please arrive early at 9:30 a.m. for a social half-hour and refreshments. Guest speaker will discuss the Living Legacy Foundation. Optional luncheon will follow the meeting at a local restaurant. New members welcome. 410-250-0980.

May 11: Horseshoe Crab Ecology And Tagging Demo

11 a.m. Join Assateague Island Alliance volunteer and citizen scientist Dick Arnold for an informative, hands-on program encounter with horseshoe crabs.

Discover how valuable this living fossil is to the global ecosystem and humankind plus how horseshoe crabs are tagged and why. Refreshments at 10:30 a.m. Meet at the Assateague Environmental Education Center, 7206 National Seashore Lane, Berlin.

May 19: Crab Cake Platter

11 a.m.-1 p.m. Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary, Main Street, Bishopville. Must preorder. Only 100 platters available. One crab cake on a roll, cole slaw, baked beans, water or soda. Call or text: 443-880-6966.

June 13: Gardens Of Ocean Pines Tour

9 a.m.-noon. Those interested in showcasing their beautiful gardens, large or small, should contact 410-973-1423 or plookner@gmail.com to discuss placing your garden/yard on the tour.

June-Sept. 8 Saturdays: Yoga On The Beach

9 a.m. Enjoy low-impact exercise to increase balance, flexibility and reduce stress to the sound of ambient waves. All levels welcome. Free but park entrance fees are in effect. Donations benefit Assateague Island National Seashore. Bring your own beach towel. Meet at the Shade Pavilion in North Beach parking lot, 6633 Bayberry Dr., Berlin.

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PROPERTY OPEN FOR INSPECTION: For private showing call 410 546 2425

**Due to the extreme renovations needed for the home located on the property, the Estate is crediting $18,000 to the new owner for demolition, if desired.**

WWW.PRAUCTIONS.COM 5% BUYER’S PREMIUM, $25,000 DOWN

This property features beautiful views of Turville Creek & Glen Riddle Golf Course. With a large waterfront yard, this property is only a short distance from Ocean City Inlet and is surrounded by several golf courses. Ocean Downs Casino & Race Track is only one mile away!! There is piling for a dock, a private boat ramp and a very rare boat house in Worcester County complete with a large room on the back. This unique property is located in a great Blue Ribbon School District. Worcester County Tax Map 21, Parcel 20.

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It’s always an exciting time of year when some of our favorites open their doors for the spring season, including M.R. Ducks in downtown Ocean City and the Lobster Shanty on Route 54. Happy 26th Anniversary also goes out to Harborside in West Ocean City.

M.R. Ducks Family: Stephen, Turner, Lloyd and Kristin Lewis

By Terri French

Faces

SPOTLIGHT ON THE REGIONAL RESTAURANT AND BAR SCENE

Lobster Shanty: Dave and Karen Lynch and Jean and Tom Walter

Harborside: Bartenders Will DiGennaro, Danny Barnette, Chris McKenzie and Summer Mattie

In Places

Lobster Shanty: Ocean 98 Radio personality Big Al and wife Gussie with owners David and Janet Twining

M.R. Ducks: Bartenders Jessica Shue, Brian Downey, Michael Momme and Sarah Stritzinger

Lobster Shanty: Jimmy’s Kitchen owner Jimmy and Kim Mourlas

Harborside: Above, Co-owner Chris Wall and Mary, Rachel and Sarah

M.R. Ducks: Servers Hayley Hartman, Mattie Friedman, Rachel Cox, Halle Friedman and Ashley Rosenblatt

M.R. Ducks: Mary Ann Manganello and Danelle Amos

At left, Billie and Paul Wall Happy Anniversary!

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And Real Estate News

Coldwell Banker Vacations recently opened a new office on 131st Street, replacing the former office on 120th Street. The new office offers ample parking for customers and clients. Coldwell Banker Vacations has seven offices in Ocean City as well as a satellite office in Ocean Pines and a recently opened office in Millville, Del. Above, Operations Manager Eva Hitchen-Stephens cuts the ribbon surrounded by rental agents and staff members at a grand opening celebration organized by the Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce. Photo by Jeanette Deskiewicz

Banker Obtains MBA

Estate Planning Wills & Trusts Powers of Attorney Medical Directives Medicaid Planning Elder Law & Tax Flat Fee Available Home Visits Available Upon Request

9748 Stephen Decatur Hwy. #112 Ocean City, MD 21842 443-856-4676 www.batielaw.com Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Free Initial Consultation

BERLIN – Taylor Bank Vice President and Human Resources Director Alysson DuPont recently received her MBA from University of Maryland University College. DuPont joined Taylor Bank in 2008.

“We feel very fortunate to have Mrs. DuPont on our team of banking professionals, and proudly ALYSSON congratulate her on this DuPONT great achievement,” said Taylor Bank President/CEO Raymond M. Thompson.

Company Agents Honored BERLIN – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty recently announced several honors for its agents.

Jo Ann Brandt, Pam Brauns, Cheri Chenoweth, Judy Froman, Craig Hyatt, Mickey Lobb, Beth Miller, Sandy Van Fleet and Tary Walterhoefer have been named to the prestigious Honor Society for 2018. The award recognizes the network’s top 14 percent of sales professionals who in 2018 exemplified great sales measures in closed gross commission income or units.

Sandy Dougan, Sandy & Doug Galloway-The Pros To Know, The O’Hare Team, Cindy Poremski and Sally Stout have been named to the prestigious President’s Circle for 2018 by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. The award recognizes the network’s top five percent of sales professionals who in 2018 exemplified great sales meas-

ures in closed GCI or closed units.

Edie Brennan, Stephanie Bray, Claudia Gausepohl, Michael Rutledge and John Talbott been named to the prestigious Leading Edge Society for 2018.

The award recognizes the network’s top eight percent of residential sales professionals in closed gross commission income (GCI) or closed units.

New CT Scan Installed SALISBURY – Patients and clinicians at Peninsula Regional Medical Center’s (PRMC) Robert T. Adkins, MD Emergency/Trauma Center now have access to the latest in dynamic Cat Scan (CT) technology with the recent installation of a new Canon Aquilion ONE/GENESIS edition. PRMC is the first hospital on Delmarva to install the premium CT technology and one of just six in Maryland.

The Aquilion ONE is a small, lightweight system that uses less power and allows technologists to automatically set the optimal dose for every procedure and precisely tailor the scan for every patient.

“Precise, short, one-rotation scans allow us to lower the dose of contrast, reducing risk but still permitting the scanning of sensitive organs like the brain and heart,” said Mary Lou Melhorn, Director of Medical Imaging at PRMC. “It also makes it possible to scan more dose-sensitive people, like pediatric, critically ill or trauma patients.

Best, it does this very quickly with excellent image quality, which means our physicians are able to visualize and detect injuries and disease in less time.”

Spring Brings OC Service Increase

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OCEAN CITY – Spring is here, and Ocean City Transportation is ramping up service once again.

From Monday, April 8 through May 23, which is right before Memorial Day weekend, the Beach Bus on Coastal Highway will operate every 20 minutes from 6 a.m. until 11 p.m. Buses will continue to run through the night and into the morning until 6 a.m. every 40 minutes. Exact location and times can be found in real-time at Oct.Transloc.com and download the Rider app for your smart phone. Texting the Bus Stop ID, which is on every bus stop sign, to 41411 provides time to arrival of your closest bus. This is the second season and full year of the location technology for Ocean City Buses and 2018 was a success with over 335,000 hits to the location system last year for customers to determine bus location. On the performance side, buses were on time over 98% of the time and kept the time between buses under 10 minutes.

It’s also easy to pay with your phone as more and more people are traveling without cash. Just go to ocemoney.com to learn more about the pay by phone process. There is no fee for usage and the mobile ticket allows the same all-day ride for $3. If you use the transit service just for a trip and back, that’s only $1.50 for a ride. If you are a senior citizen, it is half that rate, or $1.50 for an all-day pass.

If you are a resident of Ocean City and 60 or over, you are entitled to a senior resident bus pass for just $7, which is good for two years. Just take your ID to City Hall during standard business hours and the main desk will be glad to make the pass for you. That pass will also enable you to ride the Ocean City Boardwalk Tram for no charge between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. most days except holidays and special events. For non-resident seniors 60 or over, there is also a senior bus pass but no tram discount is included.

The Boardwalk Tram season opens with Springfest on May 2. This year new Jeeps and tram coaches will highlight the Boardwalk for the same fare of $3 one-way. Trams also will operate this year during Cruisin, May 16-19. Then starting May 23 trams will run daily through the summer, weather permitting.

Ocean City Transportation continues to hire drivers for both buses and trams.

Even if you don’t have a commercial driver’s license with passenger endorsement, Ocean City Transportation will help you obtain one and pay you for the training. Simply obtain your learners permit by taking the CDL written exam and this will permit you with application and physical to begin the training process to learn to drive a bus in Ocean City. Simply call 410-273-2174 for more information or visit www.oceancitymd.gov for more information.

– Mark Rickards Special To The Dispatch (The writer is the transit manager for the Town of Ocean City’s Department of Public Works.)

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Looking to find a winner in the Lucky Ducks game were Megan Rynkiewicz and Dorette Leinemann at the Boy Scouts Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser.

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People

By Jeanette Deskiewicz

FEATuRInG THOSE HELPInG CAuSES In THE RESORT AREA

Ocean Promotion’s Mike Wicklein had the help of Councilwoman Mary Knight in promoting his Easter Show being held Easter Weekend at the OC Convention Center.

In Society

April 5, 2019

A spaghetti dinner was organized by committee chairs Samantha Pielstick (Boys Troop 261) and Jen Backof (Girls Troop 621) to benefit the local scout troops.

The Boy Scouts Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser was a success with Alicia Walsh and Garrett Byerly helping out at the raffle game table.

Toast Café hosted the Downtown Association After Dark last month with Andrew Hayes and Wendy Tushup keeping the members well hydrated.

Promoting their Lyme Awareness 5K Walk on May 11 at the March OC Chamber Business After Hours were Sue Carpenter and Angela Burke of Fight the Bite.

Excited about their new partnership was Cindy Stephenson (Sanibel’s Oceanside) and Sal Fasano (La Quinta Inn & Suites) at last month’s OC Chamber Business After Hours.

SVn Miller CRE managers Justin Hart and Lindsay Hall were on hand to answer questions at their 10th Annual Economic Forum.

Showing off her scratch-off tree winnings was Diana Abbaticchio with “Caroline” and Pam Schaffer at the March Downtown Association After Dark.

Table sponsors for the 2019 SVn Annual Economic Forum, Bank of Delmarva, had Karin D’Armi Hunt and Michele Thomas at the event.

Horoscopes

April 5, 2019

ARIES (March 21 to April 19): A suggestion from a colleague on how to work out a problem might not sit too well with you. But before you suspect his or her motives, why not just accept it as a friendly gesture?

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): An associate might seek your counsel on a workplace dispute with another coworker. Listen to what she or he has to say, but withhold advice until you've heard the other side of the story.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20): Use your Twin gifts for creativity and practicality to score points in landing an opportunity that could open doors to a new career. Someone returns after a long absence.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22): Although things are pretty hectic through much of the week, some quiet time with loved ones helps restore balance.

An unexpected visitor brings welcome news about a mutual friend.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22): Getting used to change isn't always easy for the Big Cat. But make the adjustments gradually, and soon you'll hardly remember when things were any different from how they are now.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22): Continue to stay the course you've chosen, and avoid distractions that could throw you off track. Some knowledgeable folks are happy to provide guidance if you need it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22): Although you earned plaudits from most co-workers for your recent stand on a workplace situation, you also raised the envy quotient among others. Tread carefully for now.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21): You feel more positive about that delayed project, and you're ready to pick it up on a moment's notice. However, you might need to re-motivate those who have since lost interest.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21): Some welcome news should be coming your way. In the meantime, use that Sagittarius charm to convince some still-reluctant colleagues that your ideas have merit.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19): Don't wait for a misunderstanding to work itself out. Instead, ask for a chance to explain the circumstances before those bruised feelings lead to an irreversible break.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18): A physical problem should be checked out in order to avoid it going from just being a nuisance to something more serious. Your social life takes an unexpected but not unwelcome turn.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20): Yours might be the wisest sign in the Zodiac. But you still could benefit from the wisdom of a close friend who has suggestions on how to handle a perplexing personal problem.

BORN THIS WEEK: Your passion for doing the right thing inspires others to follow your well-trodden path toward justice. Š 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.

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$15/Week For Minimum Of Five Lines • $2 Thereafter Per Line Display Classified Ads: $20/Week Per Column Inch (Contract Discounts Available)

DRIVING TEACHERS: Premiere Driving school now hiring teachers.

PT Class or Car. 3pm-7pm, 3 days/wk. No exp. necessary. 410877-7100.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EMM-INGS BBQ: PT/FT. Counter positions and porch help needed.

Apply in person. Corner of Rt 610 & 113.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––– CAYMAN SUITES HOTEL: Hiring Year round Maintenance. Apply in person. 125th St. Ocean City.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––– MAINTENANCE: YR/FT position available w/ OCRooms. Pay $10 to $14/hour.

Basic electrical, plumbing & construction experience pref. Valid Driv. Lic.required, own tools a plus, willing to be on call. Call 410-213-9556 or send resume to:billy@ocrooms.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––– PT/FT CLEANING PERSON $15/Hr. for a large Ocean City home. Must be honest, reliable, meticulous, drug free, intelligent.

Fax resume to 410-208-3633 or email atlanticptrehab@aol.com.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––– FULL MOON SALOON: Hiring Food Expeditor. Great Salary.

Apply in person. 12702 Old Bridge Road. West Ocean City. ___________________________ LANDSCAPE/HARDSCAPE: Now hiring Landscape/Hardscape employees in Bishopville, MD. 2-4 spots open. Must be able to pass a bckgrnd ck. & have valid DL. Please call Erin at 410-251-7351 for any information or inquiries.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––– DENTAL OFFICE: Busy Dental Office looking for Dental Assistant with Radiology Cert, good clinical & keyboard skills. Also, Front Desk position. Dental knowledge and good keyboard skills required. M-F, FT w/ many benefits. Fax 410-213-2955 or Email: contact@atlanticdental.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SOUTHSIDE GRILL WOC: Hiring Line Cooks, Kitchen Help, Dishwashers. YR, FT or PT. Ambitious, willing to work individuals only. Pay neg. based on performance. 9923 Stephen Decatur Hy, 410-2131572.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––– GENERAL LANDSCAPING & RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE: Full Time, Berlin Area. Reliable Transportation, Valid Driver's License, & Working References required. Call for Interview M-F 9:00am-5:00pm (410)289-4444 ext. 119 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––

HIRING EVENT ALL POSITIONS

for Restaurant and Hotels Apply in person OMEGA EATS 2606 Phila. Ave., OC Sat., April 13, 9am-1pm

SUMMER JOBS AT ThE BEACh-OCEAN CITY, MD. NOW hIRING!!! ALL POSITIONS! FT & PT AvAILABLE! Flexible Shifts, Convenient Locations Fun Atmoshphere

ALL POSITIONS NOW HIRING!

Apply in person 525 S. Main St. Berlin, Md

MAKE US YOUR SUMMER EMPLOYMENT DESTINATION! • INSPECTORS • LINEN TEAM • FRONT DESK

Sunset Island - Ocean City, MD Now Hiring CLUBHOUSE ATTENDANT Higgins Crab House now taking applications: •EXP. LIQUOR STORE ATTENDANT Please Apply in person Fri-Sun, 10am-7pm 128th St., Ocean City

B.E.S.T. Motels Now Hiring

Desk Clerks

for 2019 Season

Apply In Person, ONLY 12 noon-3pm Tuesday –Friday ONLY Executive Motel 3001 N Baltimore Ave Ocean City, MD

All Shifts Available

B.E.S.T. Motels Now Hiring

Housekeepers

for 2019 Season

Apply In Person, ONLY

12 noon-3pm Tuesday-Friday ONLY

Executive Motel 3001 N Baltimore Ave Ocean City, MD

Selbyville Goose Creek Fenwick Goose Creek Hiring for all positions.

For Both Locations Apply Online www.mygcjob.com

PUT YOUR LOGO IN COLOR FOR JUST $10

CONTACT INFORMATION Phone: 410-641-4563 • Fax: 410-641-0966 Email: classifieds@mdcoastdispatch.com Mail: P.O. Box 467, Berlin, Md. 21811

Deadline For Insertions, Cancellations And Payment Is 3 p.m. Tuesday.

Pre-Payment Is Required. We Accept visa & MasterCard.

HELP WANTED

April 5, 2019

Part Time

Must be able to work weekends, evenings and early morning shifts if needed.

Excellent people skills a must!

Start dates April 15th and May 30th.

Please call 410-520-0044, fax 410-520-0398 or email resume: linda.horensavitz@casinc.biz

STORE MANAGER

The Kite Loft is looking for a seasonal Store Manager. If you want a job that is fun, adventurous and rewarding then look no further!

Management experience a must.

Call 410-289-7855 to schedule an interview.

Work With the Best Ocean City has to Offer ...

We Invite You to be a Part of our Family!

Year Round - Full/Part Time ~POOL MANAGER ~SERVER ~BARTENDER ~HOSTESS/HOST ~BUSSER ~ROOM ATTENDANT ~HOUSEKEEPING HOUSESTAFF ~MAINTENANCE ~PAINTER ~INCOME AUDITOR ~SECURITY GUARD FREE EMPLOYEE MEALS AND EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

FAX RESUME & SALARY REQ. to: 410-723-9109 Online at www.clarionoc.com APPLY IN PERSON Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

CLARION RESORT FONTAINEBLEAU HOTEL 10100 COASTAL HWY. OCEAN CITY, MD. 21842 EOE M/F/D/V

• DRIVERS • HOUSEKEEPERS • MAINTENANCE TECHS

JOIN OUR AWESOME TEAM TODAY!!!!

To Apply, Go to Metacoastal.com and click CAREERS

PART-TIME DEPOSIT ACCOUNT RESOLUTION/ RESEARCH SPECIALIST

Farmers Bank of Willards has a part-time Deposit Account Resolution/Research Specialist position available. Looking for professional and detail oriented individuals with extraordinary communication and organizational skills. Banking experience preferred.

Please send resume to Terry Sparrow at P.O. Box 10, Willards, MD 21874 or email: terry.sparrow@fbwbank.com Application cut off is 4-15-2019

“Equal Employment Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer”

DRIVER/LABORER NEEDED

SMI Services of Delaware, a growing Erosion and Sediment Control Company located in Selbyville are looking for reliable laborers. This position REQUIRES a driver’s license and clean driving record. Daily reporting to shop then driving company vehicle to job site. Must be able to pull trailers, loading & unloading equipment and skid steer experience a huge plus. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

For a detailed description of this position please visit www.smicompanies.net and click careers.

Please apply in person at 20 E. Railroad Ave, Selbyville DE 19975

NOW HIRING DELIVERY DRIVERS Make $12-$16 per hour.

Flexible Hours, Great Working Atmosphere.

Apply within, Downtown location 710 Philadelphia Ave, OC, 410-289-1200

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$15/Week For Minimum Of Five Lines • $2 Thereafter Per Line Display Classified Ads: $20/Week Per Column Inch (Contract Discounts Available)

Deadline For Insertions, Cancellations And Payment Is 3 p.m. Tuesday.

Pre-Payment Is Required. We Accept visa & MasterCard.

CONTACT INFORMATION Phone: 410-641-4563 • Fax: 410-641-0966 Email: classifieds@mdcoastdispatch.com Mail: P.O. Box 467, Berlin, Md. 21811

FULL-TIME PERSONAL BANKER

•FUEL DOCK/DOCK HAND For additional information, please contact the Marina office at 302.227.3071 AA/EOE

Come Join Our WinningTeam!

The Lighthouse Club Hotel Personnel Needed Laundry Personnel Full & Part Time Please apply in person Monday thru Thursday at The Lighthouse Club Hotel 56th Street Bayside Ocean City, MD Positive Attitude, Good Grooming, and Good Work Ethic required.

NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE!

AWESOME PEOPLE

Holding open interviews for:

•SERVERS •HOSTS •BUS STAFF •KITCHEN STAFF •SECURITY

Come by and join our 2019 family!

54th ST OCMD 410-723-5565

Behind Chauncey’s Surf Shop

Experienced Screen Print Operator

Position open immediately as a press operator on automatic screen printing presses for t-shirts. Excellent salary and paid vacation. Full-Time position. Must be experienced in press set up, ink matching and all aspects of screen printing in a commercial environment.

Please send email with job history, and contact info to: bregan@redsuncustom.com or call 302-988-8300

11PM-7AM SHIFT

WORK ON ThE BEACh IN OCEAN CITY, MD.

EVERDAY! 11am-2pm

Coastal Kayak in Fenwick Island is hiring for the 2019 season! Guides, instructors, beach staff, office staff if you are willing to learn... we can train you!

Email Info@CoastalKayak.com for app.

•NIGHTWATCH

“Equal Employment Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer”

NOW HIRING

Are you a motivated hard-worker interested in kayaking, paddleboarding, and sailing?

IND IA N RIVE R M A RI NA NOW H IRING !

Farmers Bank of Willards has a full-time Personal Banker position available at our Talbot Street location. Looking for professional and motivated individuals with extraordinary customer service skills. Cash handling experience & excellent computer skills a must.

Please send resume to Jennie Rice at 12641 Ocean Gateway, OC, MD 21842 or email: jennie.rice@fbwbank.com Application cut off is 4-15-2019

• Rent Umbrellas & Chairs To Beachgoers • Now Hiring Students For Over 80 Positions • Make Friends & Memories • Earn Valuable Sales & Customer Service Skills • Energetic Individuals Wanted • Hourly + Commission + Tips

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Now accepting applications for the following

Full Time, Seasonal Positions BARTENDER HOST/HOSTESS SERVER AM LINE COOK PM/OVERNIGHT HOUSEPERSON ROOM ATTENDANT 2 15th Street, Ocean City, Maryland Apply in person or email resume to duran.showell@marriott.com No phone calls, please All candidates must go through a satisfactory background check.

www.courtyardoceancity.com

Now accepting applications for the following positions: FRONT DESK RESERVATIONS RECREATION ROOM INSPECTOR ROOM ATTENDANT MAINTENANCE PAINTER SERVER BARISTA HOSTESS LINE COOK We are looking for experienced personnel with customer service skills. Must be flexible with hours. Email resume to jobs@carouselhotel.com or stop by and complete an application at the Front Desk.

We require satisfactory pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Carousel Resort Hotel & Condominiums 11700 Coastal Highway Ocean City, MD 21842 EOE

FULL-TIME PERSONAL BANKER

Farmers Bank of Willards has a full-time Personal Banker position available at our North Ocean City location. Looking for professional and motivated individuals with extraordinary customer service skills. Cash handling experience & excellent computer skills a must.

Please send resume to Kelly Drexel at 12831 Coastal Highway, OC, MD 21842 or email: kelly.drexel@fbwbank.com Application cut off is 4-15-2019 “Equal Employment Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer”

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Classifieds FT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Needed for busy property maintenance company in Ocean City. Must have carpentry, plumbing, electrical and general maintenance skills. Customer service focus is a must! Pay is commensurate with experience and a pre-employment background check/drug screen is required.

Email or fax resumes to 410.524.6234. csites@legumnorman.com

WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION TECHNICIANS & MANAGERS IICRC certifications a plus

DECK COATING APPLICATORS INTERIOR REMODELING PROFESSIONALS LEAD CARPENTER/FRAMERS Please apply in person 12905 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City MD or online at https://oceantowerconstruction.com/careers/ call 443-366-5556 during regular business hours

Now Hiring

Immediate openings:

OVERNIGHT PREP MGR. KITCHEN STAFF Apply in Person or Online www.smittymcgees.com 302-436-4716 The Moore Companies Now Hiring

The Moore Companies of Berlin, MD are in need of FT & PT Landscape Laborers & persons with Irrigation knowledge. Our serving areas include Selbyville & Millsboro, De and Ocean City, WOC, OP & Berlin, MD. Valid driv.’s lic. required.

Call 410-641-2177 or email office@themoorecompanies.com

FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST (FULL TIME)

A caring. dependable person with excellent communication skills in person and on the phone. Dental experience in insurance and dental procedure knowledge is required.

Fax resume to 302-732-3855 or email to brafmanfamilydentistry@mchsi.com Immediate opening with benefits.

NOW

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BARBACKS

Please apply in person.

Greene Turtle West, Rt. 611, West OC 410-213-1500

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Worcester County Health Department OFFICE SERVICES CLERK

Full Time, contractual position located in Snow Hill.

The main purpose of this position is to provide administrative support and direct patient interaction for the clinical nursing staff on the HIV Case Management team and other nursing programs.

Background check required.

APPLY ONLINE at www.jobapscloud.com/md by April 10, 2019.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling 410-632-1100 ext. 1221.

BOOKKEEPER

Local real estate company is looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to assist in managing our day-to-day accounting and numerous rental accounts. Part-time, flexible hours.

Confidentiality, excellent organizational skills and accuracy are important qualifications. Good customer relations and the ability to communicate clearly is a must. Proficiency in QuickBooks, Word and Excel is required. Real Estate office experience a plus!

Please email resumes to: bookkeeper19930@gmail.com

AUTOMOTIVE GREAT OPPORTUNITIES! In business for 35 years - We have Auto/Marine parts stores, Service Centers and a Used Car Dealership and still growing! Due to some recent retirements along with expansion, we are hiring for additional: - Experienced Technicians - Up to $27.00 hr.

- Oil Lube - Tire Techs - Maryland State Inspector - Experienced Tow Truck Drivers-Very competitive pay!!

- Auto Parts and Service Counter Associates Come grow with us ...Plenty of room for advancement!!

Locations in the Bethany Beach, Rehoboth Beach and Ocean City Maryland areas.

Company matched retirement plan and much more!!

Call: 302-539-8686 EXT. 3014

DENTAL ASSISTANT

April 5, 2019

ALL POSITIONS!

PROFESSIONAL SERvERS hOSTESSES

Apply In Person Lobster Shanty Fenwick Island

Apply In Person Nantuckets Fenwick Island

SALES SECRETARY Busy hotel is seeking a year round full time Sales Secretary. Must have hotel sales experience. Applicant must be detail oriented and computer literate, proficient in Excel, Word & Publisher. Sales CRM experience a plus. Exceptional people skills, professional phone & email etiquette a must. Excellent benefits, working conditions and salary (commensurate with experience). Qualified applicants only, forward resume with salary requirements to: SALES SECRETARY P.O. BOX 467 BERLIN, MD 21811 EOE M/F/D/V CONSTRUCTION WAREHOUSE MANAGER Responsibilities include, but not limited to… organizing, purchasing, receiving, facilitating deliveries, scheduling vehicle & equipment maintenance.

Please apply in person at :11935 Hammer Road, Bishopville, MD Email your resume to: AllStates@AllStatesConst.com Apply online:http://allstatesconst.com/delmarva-renovations-careers

(FULL TIME)

Experienced Dental Assistant for busy dental office in Dagsboro, DE. Self-motivated, responsible, and good communicator. Hours M-T 8-5 Friday 8-1. Benefits available.

Call 302-732-3852 or email resume to brafmanfamilydentistry@mchsi.com DENTAL OFFICE

Patient oriented dental practice seeking front office staff person. Must be a courteous, people person, self-motivated team player, familiar with dental terminology and software. Dentrix, Microsoft word, and Power Point experience a plus.

Send resume to: Dentist P.O Box 348 Selbyville, DE 19975 Email: jkdmd2@mchsi.com

LOOKING EVERYWHERE? CHECK HERE FIRST!

The Dispatch classified pages can point you in the right direction.

RESTAURANT MANAGER YR/PM Entry Level Position Banquet exp. a plus

Inquire Within 32 Palm at Hilton Suites 3200 Baltimore Ave. Ocean City, MD

Do You Know ...

15,000 People Receive The Dispatch’s Daily Buzz Each Week? mdcoastdispatch.com

Seeking YR, EXPERIENCED

LINE COOKS SERVERS BARTENDERS Apply within Wednesday - Sunday 11 AM - 10 PM

DELIVERY DRIVER

Weekly newspaper seeks reliable, experienced DELIVERY PERSON with covered van.

Early morning work once a week.

Solid Pay

Email letter of interest to editor@mdcoastdispatch.com

NOW HIRING!

ALL POSITIONS APPLY IN PERSON The Spinnaker 18th St & Baltimore Ave 11am-2pm

CARPENTERS & CARPENTERS hELPERS

Must have : Tools, Trans Driver’s License Exp. Required!

PATTERSON & SONS BUILDERS Call 410-641-9530

Assawoman Ale Shoppe Hiring for all positions.

Apply within store.

52nd Street, Bayside, OC.

THUNDERBIRD BEACH MOTEL NOW HIRING!

ALL POSITIONS APPLY IN PERSON Mon-Fri 10am-2pm 32nd St & Baltimore Ave Busy Berlin Internal Medicine Practice Now Hiring PT MEDICAL ASST

Patient Friendly & EHR Knowledgeable.

Fax resume to: 410-629-0544

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Classifieds

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ROOMMATES

SEASONAL ROOMMATES:Looking for College age female roommates for seasonal rental. Call Tricia 443-610-4644.

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HOPING TO BUY Looking to Buy

E.D.U.’s West Ocean City Call David 443-880-0089

RENTALS

YR, SWANN KEYS: Unfurn. mobile home, 2BR, 2BA. On water.

LR, Kitchen, Sun Rm., Roof sun deck, boat slip. Community pool.

Text Only 301-275-2471.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––– WEEKLY RENTAL:4BR, 2 1/2BA. Fully furnished. W/D, Pool, Tennis Court. Quiet community. 7 miles from the beach. $2,500 per wk.

Call Mike for details. 410-877-3894 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SEASONAL BAYSIDE RENTAL: Sleeps 4-6, 2BR, 2BA, AC, W/D, WiFi, fully furn. $14,000 + sec. dep & util’s. Call Mike 410-603-6120.

Avail. May-Sept 12th.

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RENTALS WANTED We Want Your Rentals!

We manage nice and updated long term rentals in Mid-North Ocean City area.

Our business will take care of all the details in renting your property.

Please contact us: “JNBINVESTMENTS-HILDA” on 302-222-6310

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ANYWhERE

Legal Notices LEGAL RATES

Legal advertising rate is $7 per column inch. Deadline for all legal advertising is Tuesday at noon. For more information, call 410-641-4563 or fax 410-641-0966.

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MAYOR AND COUNCIL TOWN OF SNOW HILL P.O. BOX 348 SNOW HILL, MD 21863

NOTICE OF TAX SALE TAX SALES OF PROPERTY IN THE TOWN OF SNOW HILL, WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND

Pursuant to SECTION 14808, et seq. of the TAX PROPERTY ARTICLE OF THE ANNOTATED CODE OF MARYLAND, the undersigned Town Manager and Collector of Taxes for the Town of Snow Hill, Maryland will sell at public auction at Old Fire House located at 208 Green Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, on April 26, 2019 at 11:00 AM (EDST)

the following described properties for non-payment of Snow Hill water/and waste-water utility assessments/bills: Item No. 1: ACCOUNT NO. 02-017539: All that tract of land, together with improvements, if any thereon, situ-

ate in the Second Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland, which is more particularly designated and described as MARKET STREET, 42.5’X70’, (Tax Map 0201 Parcel 0186); said property assessed to YVONNE D. ASKEW AND DENISE R. BAINE for the sum of $6,200.00; water/waste-water utility charges, interest and penalties due and owing thereon (Account #00491-01077) in the sum of $2,200.54 as of February 11, 2019 plus interest, attorneys' fees, advertising, auctioneer's fees and any outstanding charges.

Item No. 2: ACCOUNT NO. 02-022141: All that tract of land, together with improvements, if any thereon, situate in the Second Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland, which is more particularly designated and described as 208 E. MARTIN STREET, 5706.36 SQ FT, (Tax Map 0200 Parcel 0735)said property assessed to JOHN P. JOHNSON, JR. for the sum of $32,600.00; water/wastewater utility charges, taxes, interest, interest and/or penalties due and owing thereon (Account #00267-

00265), in the sum of $1067.13 as of February 11, 2018 plus interest, attorneys' fees, advertising, auctioneer's fees and any outstanding charges.

Item No. 3: ACCOUNT NO. 02-017105: All that tract of land, together with improvements, if any thereon, situate in the Second Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland, which is more particularly designated and described as 507 DIGHTON AVENUE, Lot 3 (Tax Map 0201 Parcel 0171) said property assessed to ROOSEVELT H. TURNER for the sum of $70,900.00; water/waste-water utility charges, taxes, interest, interest and/or penalties due and owing thereon (Account #00215-00213), in the sum of $1065.22 as of February 11,2018 plus interest, attorneys' fees, advertising, auctioneer's fees and any outstanding charges.

Item No. 4: ACCOUNT NO. 02-018225: All that tract of land, together with improvements, if any thereon, situate in the Second Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland, which is more particularly desig-

SERVICES

HANDYMAN SPECIALIST: General maintenance of all types, All powerwashing. Build/Stain/PWash Decks. Drywall repair. Painting.

Property Management. Call for any other odd jobs! Joe 443-610-4644.

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Ceja’s Landscaping

BOATS

SEEKING BOAT SLIP: Seeking Seasonal Boat Slip in OC for a 22’ Pontoon Boat. Call Dan 717-7994456.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––BOAT SLIP RENTAL: Robyn Drive Bayside. $2,000 for season.

Hose & water access. Call 717870-8454.

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& More!

REAL ESTATE

HOME FOR SALE: Ocean Pines.

4 Lrg. BR, 2BA. Great floor plan.

Lrg. kitchen, FP, Deck. Golf Course Lot. $349.000. Call 410726-0698 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––-

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OFFICE BUILDING FOR RENT: 720 Sq. Ft. Across from Ocean Downs. $1,600 per mo. Call 410251-3412.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––– WEST O.C. OFFICE/RETAIL SPACES AVAILABLE: 3 Offices/Retail and 2 Warehouses.

Plenty of Parking. 443-497-4200.

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nated and described as 108 CHURCH STREET, 45’X310’, (Tax Map 0200 Parcel 0412) said property assessed to RAYMOND L. JACKSON for the sum of $135,667.00; water/waste-water utility charges, taxes, interest, interest and/or penalties due and owing thereon (Account #01921-00047), in the sum of $2,927.66 as of February 11, 2019 plus interest, attorneys' fees, advertising, auctioneer's fees and any outstanding charges.

CONDUCT OF SALE: All sales shall be to the highest bidder.

TERMS OF SALE: The purchaser shall pay in cash or personal check on the day of sale the full amount of Snow Hill charges due on the property sold, together with interest and penalties on the charges and all expenses incurred in making the sale, including attorney's fees, advertising, auctioneer's fees and any other outstanding water and sewer charges.

All checks shall be pre-approved by the Town Manager prior to the sale. The residue of the purchase price remains on credit pursuant to Section 14-818 of the Tax Property Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland. The purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale pursuant to Section 14820 of the Tax Property and shall have all rights described in the Tax Sales Section of the Tax Property Article.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication APRIL 01, 2019 Kelly Pruitt, Town Manager Mayor and Council

•YARD MAINTENANCE •PAINTING •POWER WASHING 410-251-3425 410-202-2545

of Snow Hill Telephone: (410) 632 2080 4x 4-05, 4-12, 4-19, 4-26

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GREGORY P. JIMENO, ESQ. JIMENO & GRAY, PA 7310 RITCHIE HIGHWAY SUITE 900 GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 17740

To all persons interested in the estate of DONNA FRAGER, AKA: DONNA L. FRAGER, ESTATE NO. 17740. Notice is given that MICHAEL T. DAMERON, 1184 GREEN HOLLY DRIVE, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21409, was on MARCH 11, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of DONNA FRAGER, who died on JANUARY 12, 2019 with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 11TH day of SEPTEMBER, 2019.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date

FOR SALE REFRIGERATOR: 8 yr old White GE Refrigerator. Good cond. working well. $75. 410-208-9632.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––– SADDLE FOR SALE: Circuit Elite, English. Brown. Used but in great condition. Call for details.

410-713-9139.

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of the decedent's death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before tha date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication MARCH 22, 2019 MICHAEL T. DAMERON Personal Representative

True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3X 3-22, 3-29, 4-05

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THE LAW OFFICE OF ARLETTE K. BRIGHT, PC ARLETTE K. BRIGHT, ESQ. 213 WEST MAIN STREET, SUITE 206 SALISBURY, MD 21801 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 17759

Notice is given that the REGISTER OF WILLS COURT of NEW CASTLECOUNTY, DE, appointed

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LEGAL RATES Legal advertising rate is $7 per column inch. Deadline for all legal advertising is Tuesday at noon. For more information, call 410-641-4563 or fax 410-641-0966.

ERIC R. KRAWCHUK, 38 WAGNER LANE, COATESVILLE, PA 19320, as the PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE of the Estate of ALEX KRAWCHUCK, JR, AKA: ALEXANDER KRAWCHUK, JR., who died on NOVEMBER 15, 2018, domiciled in DELAWARE, USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is ARLETTE K. BRIGHT, ESQ., whose address is 213 WEST MAIN STREET, SUITE 206, SALISBURY, MD, 21801.

At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following MARYLAND counties: WORCESTER.

All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent's death; or

(2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication MARCH 22, 2019 ERIC R. KRAWCHUK Personal Representative

True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3x 3-22, 3-29, 4-05

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DAVID B. DOUSE, ESQ. WEBB CORNBROOKS WILBER VORHIS DOUSE & LESLIE LLP 115 BROAD STREET P.O. BOX 610 SALISBURY, MD 21803 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT

NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 17774

To all persons interested in the estate of ANITA REEVES, ESTATE NO. 17774. Notice is given that RICHARD C. HONOUR, 19211 64TH PLACE NE, KENMORE, WA, 98028, was on MARCH 19, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of ANITA REEVES, who died on MARCH 9, 2019 with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 19TH day of SEPTEMBER, 2019.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates:

(1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent's death; or

(2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before tha date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication MARCH 22, 2019 RICHARD C. HONOUR Personal Representative

True Test Copy TERRI WESTCOTT Register of Wills for Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 3X 3-22, 3-29, 4-05

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LAW OFFICES OF COATES, COATES & COATES, PA 6200 COASTAL HWY SUITE 300 OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-19-000062

JOHN WOOD PLAINTIFF V THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM F. DUCKETT (Deceased) DEFENDANT and JOHN H. DUCKETT Personal representative of the Estate of WILLIAM F. DUCKETT (Deceased) DEFENDANT and WILLIAM C. DUCKETT Personal representative of the Estate of WILLIAM F. DUCKETT (Deceased) DEFENDANT and WORCESTER COUNTY Defendant and Unknown owner of property described as .5 ACRES N SIDE ST MARTINS NECK ROAD, BISHOPVILLE, Parcel No. 05-004497, the unknown owner's heirs, devisees, and personal representatives and their or any of their heirs, devisees, executors, administrators, grantees, assigns, or successors in right, title, and interest Defendants and All persons that have or claim to have an interest inproperty described as .5 AC N SIDE ST MARTINS NECK RD, BISHOPVILLE, Parcel No. 05-004497, Deed Ref. 233/118 Defendants ORDER OF PUBLICATION

The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of redemption in the following parcel, sold by Phil Thompson, Collector of Taxes for the State of Maryland and Treasurer of Worcester County, to the Plaintiff, John Wood, and described as follows: .5 AC N. SIDE ST. MARTINS NECK ROAD, BISHOPVILLE; Parcel No. 05-004497; assessed to WILLIAM F. DUCKETT. The Complaint states, among other things, that the amount necessary to redeem the property has not been paid.

It is thereupon, this 14th of MARCH, 2019, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, ORDERED, that notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this order in The Dispatch for Worcester County, once a week for three successive weeks,

warning all persons interested in the property to appear in this Court and answer the Complaint or redeem the property by 13th of MAY, 2019; and that the failure to answer the Complaint or redeem the property within the time limit set forth above may result in a final judgment foreclosing all rights of redemption in the property and vesting in the Plaintiff a fee simple title free and clear of all liens and encumbrances.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication MARCH 22, 2019

BRIAN D. SHOCKLEY JUDGE FOR THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY

True Test Copy Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD 3x 3-22, 3-29, 4-5

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LAW OFFICES OF COATES, COATES & COATES, PA 6200 COASTAL HWY SUITE 300 OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-19-000086

JOHN WOOD 216 N. 32nd Street, Apt. B Richmond, VA 23223 PLAINTIFF V HARRY SCHEMINANT 1802 Woodrail Drive Millersville, MD 21108 DEFENDANT and TODD SCHEMINANT 1802 Woodrail Drive Millersville, MD 21108 DEFENDANT and WORCESTER COUNTY Serve on: Maureen Howarth, Esq. One West Market Street Room 1103 Snow Hill, MD 21863 Defendant and Unknown owner of property described as Lot 255 WHITE PINE LANE PL WHITE HORSE PARK PH 2, Parcel No. 03-122344, the unknown owner's heirs, devisees, and personal representatives and their or any of their heirs, devisees, executors, administrators, grantees, assigns, or successors in right, title, and interest Defendants and All persons that have or claim to have an interest inproperty located in Worcester County, MD described as LOT 255 WHITE PINE LANE PL WHITE HORSE PARK PH 2, Parcel No. 03-122344, Assessed to Harry Scheminant and Todd Scheminant Defendants ORDER OF PUBLICATION

The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of redemption in the following parcel, sold by Phil Thompson, Collector of Taxes for the State of Maryland and Treasurer of Worcester County, to the Plaintiff, and described as follows: LOT 255 2000 SQ FT WHIE PINE LANE PL WHITE HORSE PARK PH 2; Parcel No. 03122344; assessed to Harry Scheminant and Todd Scheminant.

The Complaint states, among other things, that the amount necessary to redeem the property has not been paid.

It is thereupon, this 14th of MARCH, 2019, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, ORDERED, that notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this order in The Dispatch for Worcester County, once a week for three successive weeks, warning all persons interested in the property to appear in this Court and answer the Complaint or redeem the property by MAY 13, 2019; and that the failure to answer the Complaint or redeem the property within the time limit set forth above may result in a final judgment foreclosing all rights of redemption in the property and vesting in the Plaintiff a fee simple title free and clear of all liens and encumbrances.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication MARCH 22, 2019 BEAU H. OGLESBY JUDGE FOR THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY

True Test Copy Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD 3x 3-22, 3-29, 4-5

SECOND INSERTION B. RANDALL COATES, ESQ. COATES, COATES & COATES PO BOX 293 SNOW HILL, MD 21863

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 17579

To all persons interested in the estate of GEORGE HENRY MASON, ESTATE NO. 17579. Notice is given that BARRY L. MASON, 91 FLETCHER AVENUE, FLOOR 2, MT. VERNON, NY 10552, was on MARCH 26, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of GEORGE HENRY MASON, who died on SEPTEMBER 2, 2018, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal repre-

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sentative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 27TH day of MARCH, 2019.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent's death; or

(2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before tha date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication MARCH 29, 2019 BARRY L. MASON Personal Representative

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CHRISTOPHER G. MANCINI, ESQ. 115 72ND STREET OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 17775

To all persons interested in the estate of ELINOR VIRGINIA HUTTON, ESTATE NO. 17775. Notice is given that JOAN HUTTON ALEXANDER, 8 MORNING MIST DRIVE, BERLIN, MD 21811, was on MARCH 19, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of ELINOR VIRGINIA HUTTON, who died on FEBRUARY 24, 2019, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the

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decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 19TH day of SEPTEMBER, 2019.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent's death; or

(2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before tha date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication MARCH 29, 2019 JOAN HUTTON ALEXANDER Personal Representative

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PATRICK J. FITZGERALD, ESQ. CHARLES T. CAPUTE, LLC 1006 S. WASHINGTON STREET EASTON, MD 21601 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 17780

To all persons interested in the estate of HARRIET R. FISHER, AKA: HARRIET RUDIGIER FISHER, ESTATE NO. 17780. Notice is given that RAI INDER K. KHALSA, PO BOX 1288, SANTA CRUZ, NM 87567, was on MARCH 21, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of HARRIET R. FISHER, who died on JANUARY 24, 2019, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 21ST day of SEPTEMBER, 2019.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent's death; or

(2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before tha date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication MARCH 29, 2019 RAI INDER L. KHALSA Personal Representative

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NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 17782

To all persons interested in the estate of SALLY FILLING, ESTATE NO. 17782.

Notice is given that SCOTT THOMAS FILLING, 4568 BELVOIR ROAD, THE PLAINS, VA 20198, was on MARCH 25, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of SALLY FILLING, who died on MARCH 18, 2019, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 25TH day of SEP-

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TEMBER, 2019.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates:

(1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent's death; or

(2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before tha date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication APRIL 05, 2019 SCOTT THOMAS FILLING Personal Representative

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NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 17790

To all persons interested in the estate of SCOTT EDWARD SALLEY, ESTATE NO. 17790. Notice is given that SCOTT G. SALLEY, 37386 HARMONY DRIVE, SELBYVILLE, DE 19975, was on MARCH 26, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of SCOTT EDWARD SALLEY, who died on FEBRUARY 14, 2019, without a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 26TH day of SEPTEMBER, 2019.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the

Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates:

(1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent's death; or

(2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before tha date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication APRIL 05, 2019

SCOTT G. SALLEY Personal Representative

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MARCO V. RODRIGUEZ, ESQ. 100 WEST ROAD, SUITE 300 TOWSON, MD 21204

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 17698

Notice is given that the CIRCUIT COURT of SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY, VA, appointed DANTE SALUDARES LLLACUNA, 13508 KALMBACKS MILL DRIVE, FREDERICKSBURG, VA 22407, as the PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE of the Estate of AIDA B. LLACUNA, AKA: AIDA BAENS LLACUNA, AIDA S. BAENS, AIDA BAENS, who died on APRIL 23, 2016, domiciled in VIRGINIA, USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is MARCO V. RODRIGUEZ, whose address is 100 WEST ROAD, SUITE 300, TOWSON, MD 21204. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following MARYLAND counties: WORCESTER, CHARLES AND PRINCE GEORGE’S. All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates:

(1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice.

Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication APRIL 05, 2019 DANTE SALUDARES LLACUNA Personal Representative True Test Copy

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FRANCIS X. BORGERDING, JR., ESQ. 409 WASHINGTON AVENUE SUITE 600 TOWSON, MD 21204 BEFORE THE REGISTER OF WILLS FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND IN THE ESTATE OF: CONNIE SAVAGE AKA: CONNIE LEE SAVAGE, ESTATE NO. 17785

NOTICE OF JUDICIAL PROBATE

To all persons interested in the above estate: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed by FRANCIS X. BORGERDING, JR., ESQ. 409 WASHINGTON AVENUE, SUITE 600 TOWSON, MD 21204,for judicial probate and for the appointment of a personal representative. A hearing will be held at WORCESTER COUNTY COURTHOUSE COURTROOM 4, ONE W. MARKET ST. SNOW HILL, MD. 21863 on 6/25/2019 at 10:00 A.M.

This hearing may be transferred or postponed to a subsequent time. Further information may be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills.

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DENNIS A. HODGE, ESQ. 8298 MAIN STREET ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 17764

To all persons interested in the estate of DARLENE H. BACIGALUPA, ESTATE NO. 17764. Notice is given that ANN V. NORRIS, 2922 GEORGIA AVENUE, BALTIMORE, MD 21227, was on MARCH 22, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of DARLENE H. BACIGALUPA who died on FEBRUARY 7, 2019, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 22ND day of SEPTEMBER, 2019.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent's death; or

(2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before tha date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Name of Newspaper: Maryland Coast Dispatch Date of Publication APRIL 05, 2019 ANN V. NORRIS Personal Representative

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Page 68 FRUITLAND-SALISBURY RESTAURANT 213 213 N. Fruitland Blvd., Fruitland 410-677-4880 • www.restaurant213.com Recently named one of the 100 Best Restaurants for Foodies in America for 2015 by OpenTable (1 of the only 2 restaurants named in the State of Maryland), the food at Restaurant 213 is far from your conventional Chesapeake Bay fare. A former apprentice of Roger Vergé in southern France, chef Jim Hughes prepares unpretentious, globally influenced cuisine inspired by the area’s plentiful ingredients. Chef Hughes has catered many events for Ronald Reagan, while he was President of the United States. He also served as Chef for the King of Saudi Arabia at the Saudi Arabian Royal National Guard military academy. Chef Hughes has been honored by the James Beard Foundation and DiRoNA (Distinguished Restaurants of North America). For 2015 Restaurant 213 was voted Best Chef, Best Special Occasion Dining, and Best Fine Dining Restaurant by Coastal Style Magazine, and Best Special Occasion Restaurant by Metropolitan Magazine. Frommer's Travel Guide has Awarded Restaurant 213 its highest Rating of 3 Stars, making it one of only 3 restaurants on the Eastern Shore. Additionally, "Special Finds" awarded this distinction from 20102015 in their Maryland & Delaware Travel Guide Edition. Open Tuesday-Sunday at 5 p.m. Special 5-course prix-fixe dinners offered on Sundays and Thursdays.

WEST OCEAN CITY-BERLIN OCEAN PINES ASSATEAGUE DINER Rte. 611 & Sunset Avenue, West Ocean City • 443-664-8158 www.assateaguedinerandbar.com Inspired by a classic diner culture, this new hotspot offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu here features classic comfort foods prepared and executed with a modern coastal trust. Be sure to check out the exceptional coffee program and the Westside Bar within features delicious craft cocktails throughout the day.

BLACKSMITH RESTAURANT AND BAR 104 Pitts Street, Berlin • 410-973-2102 Located in the heart of America’s Coolest Small Town, Berlin, Md., Blacksmith has established itself as one the area’s most loved dining and drinking destinations for foodies and wine, spirt and craft beer enthusiasts. Chef owned and locally sourced, Blacksmith keeps the main focus on Eastern Shore tradition. Everything here is homemade and handmade. Cakes and baked goods are delivered daily from down the street. Cozy and modern, traditional and on trend; Blacksmith has risen to the ranks of the area’s finest casual eating and drinking establishments. Visit and see why folks from Baltimore, D.C., Chincoteague and locals alike think Blacksmith is worth the trip. Open daily at 11:30 a.m. for lunch, dinner and bar snacks. Closed Sunday.

BREAKFAST CAFE OF OCEAN CITY 12736 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City 410-213-1804 Open 7 days a week between Sunsations & Starbucks, across from Outback, come join us at the “Breakfast Cafe” (formerly Rambler Coffee Shop) we are a family-friendly restaurant that’s been family owned for 30 years passed from mother to son in 2001. We believe that fair pricing, putting out quality food as fresh as we can make it and a nice atmosphere makes a meal. I like to think we have many “House Specialties” which include our Crab Omelet, real crab meat, cheddar cheese and mushrooms, our Sunfest Omelet, Swiss cheese, ham and mushrooms; Cafe or French Sampler, pancakes or French toast, with eggs, bacon and sausage. Homemade creamed chipped beef on toast and sausage gravy on biscuits with browned potato home fries, with onion, excellent cheesesteak subs and fries and more! We use Rapa Scrapple fried on the grill the way you like it for all our breakfasts, sandwiches and sides. Summer hours, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Come enjoy!

DUMSER’S DAIRYLAND West Ocean City, Boardwalk locations, 501 S. Philadelphia Ave., 49th St. & 123rd St. www.dumsersdairyland.com This classic ice cream shop is a tradition for many families. Voted O.C.'s “Best Ice Cream” for the past 20 years, Dumser's is celebrating 80 years of serving the shore, and the ‘40s-style décor takes you back in time. With locations throughout Ocean City, treating your tastebuds to this signature homemade ice cream is easy. The 49th and 124th streets locations offer vast lunch and dinner menus

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(breakfast too at 124th) in addition to a wide variety of ice cream treats. You’ll find an impressive array of kid-favorites, along with fried chicken and seafood options, wraps, subs, sandwiches, salads and sides like sweet potato fries and mac-andcheese wedges.

FOX’S PIZZA DEN 11328 Samuel Bowen Blvd., West Ocean City 410-600-1020 • www.foxpizzamd.com Enjoy a brand new, spacious dining room. Happy hour every day from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. with $5 food specials. Full menu includes appetizers, salads, stromboli, hoagies and wedgies, pizza, spaghetti and more. Open every day from 11 a.m. to midnight.

FULL MOON SALOON 12702 Old Bridge Road, West Ocean City 443-664-5317 Locally owned and operated, this moderately priced casual restaurant/bar has freshly caught seafood, BBQ, and pork entrees, giant sandwiches as well as a variety of homemade soups. Locally we are known for our jumbo lump crab cakes, pork and beef BBQ, cream of crab soup, and 100% angus burgers as well as a variety of other sandwiches and entrees that are cooked with a local flair. Open daily at 11 a.m. for lunch and open until midnight. Sundays breakfast offered 8 a.m.-noon.

Fifteen televisions and a big screen available for all sports events.

GREENE TURTLE-WEST Rte. 611, West Ocean City • 410-213-1500 Visit Maryland’s No. 1 Sports Pub and Rest-aurant, the World-Famous Greene Turtle. Proudly serving West Ocean City since January 1999, The Greene Turtle features a beautiful 80-seat dining room, large bar area with 54 TVs with stereo sound and game room with pool tables. With an exciting menu, The Greene Turtle is sure to please with delicious sizzling steaks, jumbo lump crab cakes, raw bar, homemade salads and more. Live entertainment, Keno, Turtle apparel, kids menu, carry-out.

Something for everyone! Voted best sports bar, wings and burgers in West OC. Great happy hour and plenty of parking.

HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL South Harbor Road • 410-213-1846 They take their mantra, “Where You Always Get Your Money’s Worth,” seriously here with daily food and drink specials during happy hour as you watch the boats come in from a day offshore. Delicious daily chef specials are always worth a try or stay with any of the house favorites, such as the calamari and ahi bruschetta for appetizers or any of the homemade tacos and fresh off the dock seafood selections as sandwiches or entrees. It’s the home of the original fresh-squeezed orange crush, of course.

HOOTERS RESTAURANT Rt. 50 & Keyser Point Rd., West Ocean City 410-213-1841 www.hootersofoc.com New mouthwatering smoked wings with half the calories. Traditional wings and boneless wings with 12 sauce selections. Burgers, quesadillas, tacos, and healthy salads. Extensive seafood selections with raw bar and Alaskan crab legs. Children's menu and game room. Apparel and souvenir shop.

Sports packages on a ton of TVs and live entertainment. Wing-fest every Tuesday from 6 to 8 with 50 cent wings. And of course, the world famous Hooters Girls. Large parties welcome. Call for private party planning.

LIGHTHOUSE SOUND St. Martin’s Neck Road • 410-352-5250 Enjoy the best views of Ocean City at the newly renovated, Lighthouse Sound. Come relax and dine overlooking the bay and the beautiful Ocean City skyline. Savor entrees such as local rockfish, tempura-battered soft shell crabs, char-grilled filet mignon and jumbo lump crabcakes. Open to the public, we serve Sunday brunch, lunch and dinner.

One mile west of Ocean City, Md., just off Route 90 on St. Martin’s Neck Road. Reservations recommended.

MAD FISH BAR & GRILL 12817 Harbor Road, West Ocean City West Ocean City has welcomed a new concept created by the team of The Embers and Blu Crabhouse. Located conveniently on the harbor with tremendous views of the Inlet and sunsets, the menu offers something for everyone. Fresh fish and classic seafood dishes will tempt most, but the Filet Mignon from the land side never disappoints.

Lighter options, like Certified Angus Beef burgers and fish and shrimp tacos, are also offered along with a diverse kids menu. Check out the outdoor decks for drink specials and live music.

RUTH’S CHRIS Within the GlenRiddle Community 410-213-9444 • www.ruthschris.com Ruth’s Chris specializes in the finest custom-aged Midwestern beef. We broil it exactly the way you like it at 1,800 degrees to lock in the corn-fed flavor. Then we serve your steak sizzling on a heated plate so that it stays hot throughout your meal.

Many of our recipes were developed by Ruth, favorites such as shrimp Remoulade, Crabtini and Ruth’s chop salad. Located five miles west of Ocean City in the GlenRiddle Golf clubhouse. Extensive wine list. Reservations recommended.

THE SHARK ON THE HARBOR 12924 Sunset Ave., West Ocean City 410-213-0924 • ocshark.com We make real food from scratch. We believe that great food and healthful ingredients are not mutually exclusive of each other. Featuring local organic produce and seafood. All natural products – clear of preservatives and antibiotics. Whole grains and whole foods are used in the preparation of our menu – which our chefs write twice daily, based on what's fresh, available and delicious. Fresh. Local.

Organic. Taste the difference. Open Daily Year Round, Monday through Saturday for Lunch & Dinner and Sundays for Brunch, Lunch & Dinner.

Reservations suggested.

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28TH STREET PIT & PUB 28th Street & Coastal Highway 410-289-2020 • www.pitandpub.com Ocean City’s home of Pulled Pork and the finest barbecue, the legendary 28th Street Pit & Pub is known for serving up delicious smokehouse specialties. Grab a brew and enjoy the live sports action on one of the big screen TVs. Happy Hour daily, 3-6 p.m. Family friendly atmosphere. Weekend entertainment.

32 PALM 32nd Street Oceanside In The Hilton 410-289-2525 Executive Chef Rick Goodwin has introduced an exciting new menu. A favorite among many is the Bermuda Triangle, featuring cinnamon seared scallops finished with an ancho mango coulis along with house broiled crabcake with a sweet chili remoulade and finally, applewood smoked bacon wrapped around jumbo shrimp, grilled to perfection with jalapeno barbecue sauce. Other wonderfully delicious dishes cover the land and sea as well and each have a special touch that makes this restaurant unique among its peers. Children’s menu available. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

45TH STREET TAPHOUSE 45th Street and the bay • 443-664-2201 At the newly remodeled 45th Street Taphouse, the best views of bayside Ocean City, MD are the backdrop where craft beer meets Maryland cuisine. This is vacation done right, all year long.

Wash down a Crabby Pretzel or homemade crabcakes with one of our 35+ craft beers on tap, all made right here in the USA. Not feeling crabby?

Pair your craft brew with our award-winning wings or even our brand new breakfast menu. Anyway it’s served, come get tapped with us.

BONFIRE 71st Street & Coastal Highway 410-524-7171 • www.thebonfirerestaurant.com 150 ft. Seafood & Prime Rib Buffet

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A famous Ocean City Restaurant for 37 years. It’s all here. The service, the atmosphere and the finest, freshest food available. Fresh seafood, snow crab legs, prime rib, BBQ ribs, raw oysters, raw clams, steamed shrimp, fish, homemade soups & salads. Decadent dessert selection – homemade donuts & bread pudding, soft serve ice cream with hot fudge topping and lots more! Large selection of children’s favorites – chicken tenders, hot dogs, burgers, macaroni & cheese and pizza.

A la carte menu available featuring fresh cut steaks and seafood. Open Monday-Friday at 4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, at 3 p.m. Plenty of free parking.

BUXY’S SALTY DOG 28th Street • 410-289-0973 • www.buxys.com Destiny has a new home in Ocean City. From the ‘burgh to the beach, Buxy’s is your home away from Pittsburgh. Come see what all the locals already know and have known – Buxy’s is the place to come to meet friends, relax and be social with no attitudes. House specialties include “The” Cheesesteak Sub, Primanti-styled sandwiches, pierogis,egg-rolls and homemade crab dip. Don’t miss our daily specials.

CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th Street & Baltimore Avenue 410-289-7192 One of Ocean City’s premier restaurants is back with a new and improved atmosphere and a brand new home. However, the mission to provide the same fresh, quality food and attentive service has not changed. Excellent chefs, who inspect each dish for culinary perfection, prepare the meals here. The finest seafood is guaranteed and nothing but the best in black angus beef is served. Be sure to inquire about the daily specials and check out the new bar and lounge area. They have the kids covered as well with a quality kids menu. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

COINS PUB & RESTAURANT 28th Street Plaza • 410-289-3100 Great mid-town location offering a complete dinner menu, lunch and lite fare. Coins features the freshest seafood, shrimp, scallops, clams, fresh catch and lobster plus the best crab cake in Maryland, hand cut steaks cooked to your liking, succulent veal and chicken dishes. Also authentic pasta selections. Enjoy live entertainment and dancing in the lounge nightly. Happy hour daily 3-6 p.m. Casual dining in a relaxed atmosphere. Special kids menu. Lots of free parking.

DRY 85 OC 12 48th Street • 443-664-8989 • dry85.com Steps from the beach. Gourmet "stick to your ribs" Lowcountry cuisine. A made-from-scratch kitchen with every sauce and every dressing hand crafted.

It's that attention to detail that takes the concept of burgers, fries, ribs and wings and turns them completely on their head. Charcuterie boards. Late night bar. 120+ Whiskies. Craft beer. Artisanal craft cocktails. Seasonal outdoor seating. Named one of the Top 40 Whiskey Bars in America by Whiskey Advocate.

DRY DOCK 28 28th Street and Coastal Highway 410-289-0973 The new kid on the dining scene in Ocean City features eclectic pizzas, delicious sandwiches, soups, salads and hot steamers in a modern, nautical themed atmosphere. A beautiful boat bar is featured inside and features craft cocktails and brews.

Outdoor seating is available. Carry out available and beer and wine to go. Live music is also offered in this kid-friendly establishment.

EMBERS RESTAURANT 24th Street & Coastal Highway 410-289-3322 • www.embers.com The Embers is stepping it up again with their Famous ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT SEAFOOD AND PRIME RIB BUFFET! New buffet selections from our Executive Chef and Sous Chef paired expertly with all the old favorites! MASSIVE CRAB LEGS, LARGE SHRIMP, and over 100 additional items including our Raw Bar, Steamed Clams, various fish selections and a continuous array of delicious surprises from the kitchen daily. The Embers also offers an excellent HAPPY HOUR with some of the lowest drink prices and discounts on selected items from the buffet until 6 p.m. in our bar! Open daily at 4 p.m.

FAGER’S ISLAND RESTAURANT & BAR 201 60th Street On The Bay 410-524-5500 • www.fagers.com Fager’s Island is an award-winning popular bayfront restaurant where lunch is a forgivable habit, dinner an event and sunsets unforgettable.

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Lite fare lunch served from 11 a.m.-9 p.m., dinner from 5 p.m., famous raw bar, festive Sunday Jazz Brunch, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and children’s menu. Complete house wine list and award-winning proprietor’s list available upon request. Outdoor decks and bar. Nightly entertainment in-season, FridaySaturday, off-season. Open every day, year-round.

A Fun Place!

GENERAL’S KITCHEN 66th Street & Coastal Highway 410-723-0477 Join us at our new bigger and better location.

Everybody likes breakfast, but for too many it comes too early in the morning. Not so at this sunshine-happy delight. Breakfast is what it’s all about, from 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The menu is a breakfast lover’s dream. From juice, cereal and eggs, to corned beef hash, waffles, hot cakes, bacon, sausage, to the best creamed chipped beef on the coast (try it on french fries). This is definitely the place. House specialties: creamed chipped beef, O.C. No. 1 breakfast, own recipes.

HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE 31st Street & Coastal Highway 128th Street & Coastal Highway 410-289-2581 There is no doubt about it. Higgins offers traditional Eastern Shore favorites for the entire family to enjoy. Of course, the house specialties include allyou-can-eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp and baby back ribs. In addition, there is a full menu offering a variety of delicious soups, appetizers and entrees. Open Monday-Friday at 2:30 p.m., Saturday & Sunday at noon.

JOHNNY'S PIZZA & SPORTS PUB 56th Street & Coastal Highway 410-723-5600 • www.johnnyspizzapub.com The Official Pizza of OC, Johnny's Pizza & Sports Pub serves families throughout Ocean City and its surrounding communities 365 days a year. Eat in, carry out or have it delivered right to your doorstep.

Our comfortable dining room features ample seating for small groups or large parties and our speedy delivery service will deliver your hot, delicious pizza right to your home, hotel or condo for your added convenience. From steaming homemade pizzas to lightly tossed salads and fiery hot wings, we have something for everyone. Live entertainment every weekend all winter and live entertainment four nights in the summer.

MARLIN MOON RESTAURANT 33rd Street in the DoubleTree Ocean City Oceanfront • 410-289-1201 www.marlinmoonocmd.com Eat where the locals eat. Marlin Moon is back in town with the talented Executive Chef, Gary Beach, creating his legendary food magic. Marlin Moon combines an eclectic atmosphere of ocean views and a fresh vibe with creative seafood and steak dishes you won’t forget. Winner of the Maryland People’s Choice Award, Marlin Moon delivers the culinary combinations you’re craving and uses only locally sourced seafood, meats and vegetables. Some of the original classics, such as Mom’s Shrimp and Fred-dy’s Seafood Pasta, are back as well as a raw bar, small plate appetizers, fresh salads and entrees sure to satisfy any food mood.

Open daily serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner from 7 a.m.-11 p.m.

M.R. DUCKS WATERFRONT BAR & GRILLE Talbot St. & The Bay • 410-289-9125 www.talbotstreetpier.com

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A world-famous, open-air gazebo bar on the bay.

Deck seating available for lunch and dinner. Live entertainment Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 4-9 p.m. No cover and plenty of parking. Wings, crab dip, burger, steamed shrimp, crab cakes and much more. Kid-friendly menu. Great sunsets and cool drinks. One block south of the Rte. 50 bridge.

RED RED WINE BAR OC 12 48th Street 443-664-6801 • redredwinebar.com Steps from the beach. Fresh coastal cuisine with a focus on locally sourced seafood and hand tossed pizzas. Artisanal cheeseboards. 35+ Wines By the Glass. Full bar. Craft beer. Late night bar.

Luxurious colors and custom built couches. Casual atmosphere. Seasonal outdoor seating. Named Best Wine and Beverage Program in Maryland by the Restaurant Association.

PICKLES PUB 8th Street, Ocean City • 410-289-4891 It’s pub food with a twist and a special emphasis put on quality and large portions. The big juicy burgers and oven baked wedge sandwiches are locals’ favorites as are the pub wings (in a variety of styles) and tacos (choose from thai pulled pork, grilled chicken and blacked ahi avocado). There are numerous unique craft pizza options to choose from as well with the house favorite here being the blackened shrimp and arugula.

SEACRETS On The Bay At 49th Street 410-524-4900 • www.seacrets.com We are Jamaica USA! Serving our world famous jerk chicken, along with a full menu of appetizers, soups, sandwiches, salads, entrees, desserts and a children's menu. Enjoy happy hour drink prices everyday until 7 p.m.and live entertainment in a tropical atmosphere. Please check our website www.seacrets.com for a complete list of live bands and daily food and drink specials or call 410-5244900. Find us and get lost!

94TH STREET NORTH-FENWICK BETHANY BILLY’S SUB SHOP • 410-723-2500 140th Street, Oceanside • 410-250-1778 Rte. 54, Fenwick Shoals • 302-436-5661 Now the best just got better because they deliver fresh-dough pizza, subs and shakes to your door and have three locations to serve you better.

Washington Magazine wasn’t lying when it said Billy’s had the best milkshakes and fresh ground beef hamburgers at the beach and they don’t stop there. Fresh-dough pizza, cones, shakes, sundaes and more. More cheese steaks sold than anyone else in Maryland. Billy’s accepts MC/Visa.

CAROUSEL OCEANFRONT HOTEL AND CONDOS 118th and the Beach • 410-524-1000 Reef 118 Oceanfront Restaurant located in the

Carousel Hotel offers beautiful oceanfront dining in a casual atmosphere. Enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet or try one of our specialty omelets including lump crab and asparagus. Our menu offers a wide variety of Succulent Seafood along with steaks, pastas & ribs. $5.95 kids’ menu available. Stop by the Bamboo Lounge serving happy hour daily 4-6 p.m. with super drink prices and $4.95 food specials. Visit the Carousel and get served by the friendliest staff in OC! THE CRAB BAG 130th Street, Bayside 410-250-3337 Now serving lunch and dinner, trust us when we say you can’t go wrong with anything you order here. The crabs are fat and never disappoint and are available eat-in or carryout. The BBQ ribs are also worth a try as well as any of the char-grilled specialties. Remember “Super Happy Hour” offered seven days a week, all day. Plenty of bargains available on drinks and food.

THE CRABCAKE FACTORY USA 120th Street/Beachside (Serene Hotel) 410-250-4900 Voted “Best Crabcakes in Maryland, DC and Virginia” by The Washington Post. Full-service family restaurant, carry-out and sports bar. Outside seating available. Menu selections include prime rib, chicken Chesapeake, steamed shrimp, beer battered fish, real Philly cheesesteaks, burgers, and a kids menu. Casual attire, full liquor bar, no reservations. Open Year Round. The Crabcake Factory started out as a breakfast house in 1996 and still serves one of the best and most creative breakfast menus in Ocean City. Try Eastern Shore favorites prepared daily by Chef-Owner John Brooks including a chipped beef, skillets, omelettes and their famous lump crab creations. World-Famous Crabcakes are served all day starting at 8 a.m. and can be packed on ice for you while you are eating breakfast. Try Sue’s Spicy Bloody Marys to start the day with a kick. Full breakfast menu available for carry-out. Online at: www.CrabcakeFactoryUSA.com. See other listing (Crabcake Factory USA). Open year-round.

CRABCAKE FACTORY BAYSIDE Rt. 54, Selbyville, DE • 302-988-5000 Under new ownership but SAME award-winning crab cakes and bloody marys! Enjoy WATERFRONT dining. Full-service family restaurant, carry-out & sports bar. Outside seating available.

Open daily at 9 a.m. YEAR ROUND. Menu selections include crab cakes, prime rib, Philly-style cheese steaks, various seafood, kids menu plus full breakfast menu. visit us online at crabcakefactoryonline.com or on our Facebook page. Casual dress, full liquor bar, no reservations.

GREENE TURTLE-NORTH 116th Street & Coastal Highway 410-723-2120 www.facebook.com/OriginalGreeneTurtle This is the Original Greene Turtle, an Ocean City

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Tradition, since 1976! A fun and friendly Sports Bar & Grille, where every seat is a great spot to watch sports with 50+ High Def. TVs up & downstairs!

Menu favorites include homemade crab cakes, kids’ menu, salads, burgers, wings and more! Join them for weekday lunch specials 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and happy hour 3-7 p.m. Popular features are game room, gift shop, carry-out, party trays, nightly drink specials, MD Lottery-Keno, Powerball and DJs with dance floor. Something for everyone!

Open 11 a.m-2 a.m., year-round.

HARPOON HANNA’S RESTAURANT & BAR Rte. 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, DE www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com 302-539-3095 No reservations required. Harpoon Hanna’s features a children’s menu & full bar. We are a casual waterfront restaurant serving lunch & dinner including fesh fish, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and allyou-can-eat Alaskan crab legs. Open year-round.

HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT Located inside the Clarion Resort 101st Street, Ocean City • 410-524-3535 Horizons Oceanfront Restaurant is proud to have Chef Rob Sosnovich creating beach-inspired dishes in both our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breaker’s Pub. Our new all day menu, available 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m., features many of your favorites and some exciting new creations with a local flare – from Lite Bites to Big Bites and everything in between. Our deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet is open year-round and our “famous” all-youcan-eat prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet is available most weekends throughout the year and daily in season. The Ocean Club Nightclub features top-40 dance music every weekend and nightly this summer. We’ve added some popular local bands to our lineup, so come join us “where the big kids play!” Lenny’s Beach Bar & Grill: enjoy surf, sun and live entertainment 7 days a week on the deck, from Memorial day through Labor Day during our afternoon beach parties. Enjoy something to eat or drink from our extensive menu. Try our “Bucket of Fun”, or a fresh “Orange Crush”–two of our favorites!

NANTUCKETS Rte. 1, Fenwick Island • 302-539-2607 Serving the beach great food and spirits for over 20 years. David and Janet Twining will wow you with the finest foods and drinks in the area. You’ll be pleasantly surprised by what one of the coast’s finest dining establishments has in store for guests.

Everything here is a house specialty. There’s the memorable steaks, fresh seafood, famous quahog chowder and the chef’s daily specials, just to name a few.

SMITTY MCGEE’S Rte. 54-West Fenwick Ireland 302-436-4716 • www.smittymcgees.com Smitty McGee’s is the place to be for fun. Best wings on the beach for 28 years and counting.

Enjoy great food and drink specials in a casual atmosphere. Happy hour daily. Come enjoy the live entertainment Thursday and Friday. Full menu served unil 1 a.m. Banquet facilities available.

Open seven days a week. We never close!

TWINING’S LOBSTER SHANTY Rte. 54, Fenwick Island 302-436-2305 • www.twiningshanty.com “A funky little place at the edge of town.” Classic New England Fare, Lobsters, Steaks & Burgers, Children’s menu. Bird watching, magical sunsets await. Open for lunch and dinner. Reservations are suggested.

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Shortly after the completion of the beach replenishment program, a fierce Nor'easter struck Ocean City on Jan. 4, 1992. It produced the second-highest water level in the town's history, topped only by that of the March Storm of 1962.

Severe flooding took place in the downtown area and erosion was widespread along the beachfront. Fortunately, no buildings were lost because the new seawall had protected the Boardwalk and the dune line north of 27th Street had done its job. It was said that the three-year-long beach replenishment program had paid for itself in just three days.

To purchase one of Bunk Mann's books, click over to www.vanishingoc.com.

Photo courtesy the Ocean City Life Saving Station Museum

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