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By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) Ocean City Police have arrested a local man for an armed robbery at an uptown bank last summer after DNA evidence linked him to the scene. The robbery took Tyrone D. Pierce place on Aug. 24, when, according to bank tellers, a man entered the Bank of Ocean City on 122nd Street, threatSee PIERCE Page 4
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By Stewart Dobson Editor/Publisher (Feb. 3, 2017) The Baltimore National Aquarium’s sponsorship of a proposal to have Baltimore Canyon declared an Urban Marine Sanctuary ended Wednesday with a letter from aquarium CEO John C. Racanelli notifying federal officials that it is withdrawing its nomination. The letter to John Armor, director of the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries in Silver Spring, ends months of disagreement between the aquarium and local fishing interests, who feared that granting the canyon limited protected status now might lead to heavier restric-
tions later that would prevent them from fishing those waters. Roughly 60 miles off the coast, the 28mile-long canyon has long been one of the locations favored by anglers in the pursuit of marlin and other gamefish, hence the jittery initial response from the industry locally when the aquarium announced its plan in October with assurances that fishing would not be affected. Concerned that the aquarium’s declared intentions were not the same as inviolable guarantees, the industry hired Ocean City attorney Mark Cropper to argue its case and gained the support of local and state political figures, ultimately obligating Racanelli to make good on his December promise to withdraw the application if common ground could not be found. “After careful consideration, we have decided to withdraw our nomination for the
Baltimore Canyon, our nation's first urban national marine sanctuary,” Racanelli said. “Although we believe national marine sanctuary designation would provide an unprecedented opportunity to protect a national treasure and inspire young minds, we have determined that the timing is not right for this nomination. “We know that the American public is increasingly concerned about the many risks facing our national waters, and we plan to use these next two years to gather further community input regarding the importance and value of providing permanent protection to treasures like the Baltimore Canyon.” A significant part of the national treasure to which Racanelli referred is the canyon’s deep sea corals, which, along with simular coral gardens in other See BALTIMORE Page 3
By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) Ocean City officials are looking to install new security measures at City Hall after meeting with Homeland Security representatives last month. The agency presented recommendations for security improvements for City Hall during a closed session of the Police Commission in January. The commission is comprised of three councilmemSee QUIET Page 4
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pacted by such endeavors. “It is, and always has been, an asset to the City of Baltimore and the State of Maryland. Taking this voluntary action, for which it had no legal obligation, ensures that it will continue to enjoy the support of the local community as has historically been provided.” Cropper went on to thank the owners of Sunset Marina, Ocean City Fishing Center, Bahia Marina and the Ocean City Marlin Club, as well as local elected officials, for their support and cooperation. Despite the aquariums’ retreat from its mission, other recently imposed protections of the canyon’s corals remain intact. The fisheries in these offshore rifts — the Baltimore and the massive See RESORT Page 4
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Continued from Page 1 trenches in the continental shelf, were discovered earlier this decade. Giving the area sanctuary status, aquarium officials contended, would shield them from disruption by oil exploration and deep-sea mining. But the changeable nature of sanctuary status — further restrictions could be imposed by future administrators — caused both sports and commercial fishing interests to organize in opposition. An attempt by aquarium officials to assuage local fears at a Nov. 18 forum at the Ocean City Marlin Club satisfied no one, and those worries mounted after the nomination of the canyon as a sanctuary became official on Dec. 2. Later that month, however, Racanelli issued a public letter acknowledging the lack of local support and pledged to withdraw the application if common ground between the two sides could not be found. In response, Cropper replied in a January letter to Racanelli that common ground did not now and would never exist. In light of that, he asked that the nomination be withdrawn. Meanwhile, a handful of Mid-Atlantic area congressmen, including Rep. Andy Harris (R-1st), went on record with their objections, while last week the Eastern Shore Delegation to the Maryland General Assembly, including Sen. Jim Mathias and Delegate Mary Beth Carozza, registered their own opposition. Cropper, whose clients included tournament organizers, marinas and boat captains, was delighted with the aquarium’s change of heart and acknowledged its responsiveness to local concerns. “This decision was a direct result of the many individuals, businesses and elected officials that devoted time, energy and resources toward achieving this outcome,” he said in a statement issued Wednesday afternoon. “The aquarium not only respected the fears and other concerns that were expressed, but it responded in a manner truly reflective of its desire to ensure that all pursuits of its mission statement regarding conservation, research, education and otherwise are supported by the local communities that may be im-
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Resort businesses, politicians all reject canyon designation Continued from Page 3 Hudson Canyon off New York among them — represent billions of dollars annually in coastal fisheries. Consequently, they are managed by the National Marine Fisheries Service through the Mid-Atlantic Regional Fisheries Council. On Dec. 14, the council declared the sea floor in all the mid-Atlantic canyons off limits to dredge-like fishing appara-
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tus and other “bottom tending” equipment that could damage the corals. A week later, the Obama administration invoked the 1953 Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to ban offshore oil drilling indefinitely in the Mid-Atlantic from New England down through Virginia. The administration also denied all pending permits for seismic testing on the ocean floor in the same area.
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Continued from Page 1 ened the tellers’ lives with a gun and told them to empty the cash drawers. The robber was described as a lightskinned or African-American male in his late 20s or early 30s with a medium build. He was said to be approximately 5 feet 6 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall and was wearing a floppy or “bucket” hat, a fake beard, a beige jumpsuit and was holding a white package. Ocean City Police Criminal Investigation Division Major Crimes Unit responded to investigate the robbery of the bank branch, which has since closed. Crime scene technicians processed the crime scene and submitted evidence to the Maryland
State Police Crime Lab. Last week, detectives received word from the crime lab that the DNA profile of Tyrone D. Pierce, also known as Tyrone S. Sabr, 59, of Ocean City was found at the scene. Pierce’s DNA sample was collected in 2001 after he was convicted of a bank robbery in Wicomico County. Detectives arrested Pierce without incident at his residence in the 10300 block of Coastal Highway last Thursday. He was charged with armed robbery, theft of less than $10,000, illegal possession of a firearm and use of a firearm in the commission of a violent crime. Pierce is being held at Worcester County Jail without bond.
Quiet on particulars, council considers upgraded defense Continued from Page 1 bers, Mayor Rick Meehan, City Manager Doug Miller and various law enforcement officials. “We’re looking to make some basic changes and to restrict areas that are easily accessible,” said Councilman Wayne Hartman who sits on the commission. “It’s not a new concept.” Hartman declined to comment what measures Homeland Security recommended. “From a security standpoint, it’s better not to openly discuss what you’re planning before the changes are made,” he said.
There are roughly 50 full-time personnel working in administrative, finance, engineering, planning and zoning departments in City Hall. Council sessions are held once a week, and are attended by two Ocean City Police officers armed with Tasers and guns. The fiscal year 2017 budget includes a line item of $55,000 for contracted services for legislative and administrative divisions, which could be used for the improvements. Whatever security measures may be made, Hartman said that it would be implemented through phases.
One injured, one killed in crash
By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Feb. 3, 2017) James C. Drewry, 74, was pronounced dead on the scene from a single-vehicle accident on Monday at around 10:15 a.m. on Route 113, south of Lambertson Road, according to the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office. Cora Drewry, his passenger, was taken to Peninsula Regional Medical Center, where she was treated and released according to hospital staff.
Lt. Ed Schreier, sheriff’s office public information officer, said Drewry’s pickup truck had been traveling south on Rt. 113 when it left the roadway, entered the shoulder, overturned and finally struck a tree and a telephone pole. No reason was given why the vehicle left the roadway. The Worcester County Crash reconstruction unit is investigating. Anyone with information is asked to call the sheriff’s office at 410-632-1112.
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Bow-riding ban plan in works following 2016 tragedy in OC Mathias: Existing language vague, citations dismissed in court if no injuries reported
By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) After meeting with Maryland Department of Natural Resources officials last week, Sen. Jim Mathias (D-38) said stronger safety regulations prohibiting boat passengers from riding up forward on the bow could be in place soon. Last August, nine-year-old Kaden JT Frederick was killed after falling from the bow of a pontoon boat near the Ocean City Inlet in the Isle of Wight Bay. As a result, Mathias spearheaded an attempt, with early backing from Delegate Mary Beth Carozza (R-38C), to revise rules to relating to bow riding. In Annapolis last Friday, the Eastern Shore delegation met with DNR Secretary Mark Belton to receive progress updates on the effort. Mathias said within days of Frederick’s death, he was contacted by the investigating officer who advocated for either legislation or regulations banning bow riding. “He brought me the concern and told me how long it had been a concern,” he said. “I assured him I would do everything I could do to get it done.” The next day Mathias consulted with Belton on developing legislation to address the issue, but it appeared revising DNR water safety regulations might be faster. Carozza quickly joined Mathias to identify the most effective method to prevent future bow riding tragedies. “Over the course of the summer, we met with DNR police and with some of the local boat operators,” she said. “The focus was to see if DNR would move forward with regulations to prohibit bow riding so that you would not need legislation.”
Mathias explained that redefining water safety regulations is the purview of DNR’s Boat Act Advisory Committee, which met on Dec. 1 to consider proposed changes to current negligent operations regulations. At that meeting, Mathias discussed the need for updated safety regulations with the committee. Based on Belton’s update last Friday, Carozza said the DNR committee has approved draft versions of the revised rules. “At this point, legislation has not been introduced to prohibit bow riding since we were trying to work with department of natural resources on a regulatory change to prohibit bow riding,” she said. Mathias said DNR officers told him the existing language was vague and, in many cases, citations issued for bow riding were largely dismissed in court if no injuries were involved. “A lot of the effort on the part of the enforcement officers, the courts and everybody involved was, sadly, a frustrated effort,” he said. He also said the exact wording of the regulation was closely examined to assure it addressed safety but was not a hindrance. “What we do not want to do as an unintended consequence is thwart recreational or commercial activity on the water,” he said. “In order to manipulate your sailboat, sometimes you’ve got to hang over the side to do it.” Mathias said the regulations would be submitted in mid-February to the state legislature’s Joint Committee on Administrative, Executive & Legislative Review. “We are now poised to move forward and this will be put on when AELR opens to take new regulations,” he said. “We are working to make sure that this regulation is in place for the 2017 boating season.”
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Event, ‘100 Nights of Lights,’ pitched to city Town earmarks $300K for free series next summer, Commission to weigh in
By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) Local promoter Bob Rothermel is looking to shake-up the free summer events that his company stages for the city, but it will need to be reviewed by the Tourism Commission before a deal can be approved. TEAM Productions has an agreement with the City Council to produce Sunday night laser light shows, and beach fireworks on Monday and Tuesday nights, Sundaes in the Park fireworks at Northside Park on Sundays, and Sandfest in the summer. During Tuesday’s work session, Rothermel proposed replacing the weekend laser shows and Sandfest with “100 Nights of Lights.� In this event, 12 spotlights would be stationed near the Boardwalk from Caroline Street to North First Street for a beach light show. There would be six shows that run for 20 minutes on each night. “The P.T. Barnum in me wondered what we could do to create an artistic element by painting the sand, color the sky and capture the moment to share it on social media,� Rothermel told the council. “These giant spot-
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Buskers fight lawsuit dismissal in response Performers’ rebuttal claims designated space system against First Amendment
By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) After weeks of continuances, attorneys for a coalition of performers formally responded to Ocean City government’s motion to
dismiss the federal lawsuit challenging its ordinance regulating busking on the Boardwalk. David Gray Wright, who is representing eight Boardwalk performers and resident Tony Christ, argued that despite the missteps in previous complaints, there is sufficient proof that local ordinances run afoul of the First Amendment. In November 2015, Christ and the
Spotlights could take place of lasers, Sandfest along B’walk Continued from Page 6 so it can use its budget to help launch other tourist attractions. As a result, TEAM’s series, assuming the council approves it, will be paid through Tourism Department’s sponsorship budget, Tourism Director Donna Abbot told the council. Councilman Wayne Hartman pointed out that Rothermel was going to search for sponsorships to relieve the town of some of the financial pressure. This year, TEAM Productions is seeking $50,000 in additional sponsorships to offset other event costs. “If we’re paying $300,000 for an event and you’re seeking sponsorships to lower that cost, where is the report for that money?” Hartman asked. Rothermel said that he was expecting sponsors in 2015, but medical issues prevented him from finalizing those deals. He also said that the original plan was to share excess money from the sponsorships with the city, but the excess money never materialized. Rothermel added that was never asked to provide an account of the funding. “I suspect [that] I could provide it,” he said. Hartman also pushed the issue of how the events were presented as a bundle rather than as separate items. He speculated that it was so Rothermel would not be undercut by competitors, but that a breakdown would
show the cost per events. “Your job is to create business for yourself. My job as … elected officials is to protect the finances of the town and the taxpayers. I’d like to see a breakdown and to put it to bid to assure myself and the taxpayers that this is the best deal possible,” Hartman said. “I don’t know if I would do that, sir,” Rothermel answered. “I would consider it proprietary information. If I list it as a line item, it would be at a higher cost and I don’t want my competitors to see what I’m doing.” That said, other councilmembers raised concerns about the show’s sound and that the lights could violate Federal Aviation Administration policy. The Ocean City Municipal Airport is four miles away from the town. Councilman John Gehrig made a motion to remand the event deal to the Tourism Commission, as partners like the Chamber of Commerce and Hotel-Motel-Restaurant attend those meetings. The motion passed 6-0 with Council President Lloyd Martin absent. In closing, Mayor Rick Meehan said that the free events were creative ways to maintain the buzz around Ocean City. “I did a radio interview this morning with WWMX - Mix 106.5 in Baltimore and one of the questions that was asked was about the free events for next summer,” Meehan said. “It’s something people ask for.”
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Amendment rights. In his response, Wright argued that the buskers have a right to challenge the ordinance if the argument rests on the measure’s overbreadth and could “conceivably be applied unconstitutionally.” “The plain meaning of the restrictions laid out in the ordinance so severely limit the plaintiffs’ abilities to create expressive works in a public forum that the application of the ordinance is unconstitutional on its face,” the rebuttal reads. Wright also contends that the complaints’ use of extensive stories from the performers’ pasts give further evidence that the ordinance restricts their ability to express themselves. Examples of that include Jim Starck’s old routine of traveling up and down the boards with two marionettes and stopping to perform for 15 people. Thus, Wright argues, the regulations impinge upon Starck’s rights under the First Amendment. The response claims that the ordinance is too broad and not specific enough. Wright employed the biography of Bob Charles Peasley in his response to illustrate this point. Peasely depends on a wheelchair when he is not at home. See BOARDWALK Page 8
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Resort meets with state for convention center expansion By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) Resort and state officials discussed how to obtain state funding for the design phase of the next expansion of the Ocean City convention center last Tuesday in Annapolis now that the budgeting process is already in the hands of the Maryland General Assembly. At the session were Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan, City Engineer Terry McGean, Sen. Jim Mathias, Delegate Mary Beth Carozza and Gov. Larry Hogan’s Chief of Staff Sam Malhotra. In mid-November, the City Council approved plans for a $34 million expansion that would add 30,000 square feet of exhibition space on the first floor. “The next step is going to the state and requesting funding,” Meehan said. Although the state’s 2018 operating budget is partially completed, Meehan said the city is asking the state to designate $1.35 million towards the design phase of the project. “We spoke with the chief of staff and other members of the governor’s administration,” he said. Since the budget process has com-
menced, Meehan said the money could be included in a supplementary capital budget or introduced under special appropriations. “We’ll probably proceed with the second plan, but either is possible,” he said. “We have the support of the governor and his staff.” Based on a feasibility study the city previously commissioned by Crossroads Consulting Services, which serves as economic consultant for the Maryland Stadium Authority, the proposal makes financial sense. “It’s revenue positive,” he said. “There is no outstanding debt at the state level.” The additional space will be beneficial to a number of major conventions, such as the Maryland State Fireman’s Association, Meehan said. “Some current users are outgrowing the facility while others have been restricted from booking due to size limitations,” he said. The goal is to increase flexibility to retain existing accounts, while attracting even bigger fish, and staying competitive with comparable facilities in nearby areas, such as Virginia Beach. “There are people who would like to be there but the dates are booked,” he said.
OC energy rebates 10 times expectations from upgrades By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) Upgrades of the resort’s electrical infrastructure last year is earning Ocean City extra green in energy rebates from Delmarva Power. The resort expected $30,000 in returns from the utility company after installing energy-efficient lightbulbs and other appliances last year. City Engineer Terry McGean said that rebates are now expected to come in at $300,000. “That’s in addition to the energy savings we have from the changes that were made,” he said. In 2015, Ocean City completed an energy consumption audit with Energy Services Group. The audit identified nearly $4.6 million worth of upgrades that the resort could perform and save the city $258,455 annually on its energy bills. The audit was investment-grade, meaning that ESG guaranteed the savings, and would make up the difference if the upgrades save less than what was predicted. Later that year, the city signed a capital lease deal with Bank of America to finance $4.53 million worth of upgrades. It will be paid over 15 years with interest at 2.26 percent. Once the deal was inked, city staff moved proceeded with the changes,
starting with making extensive changes to the light posts. “We switched to LED bulbs in the globe ornamental lights, which are ones that the city owns. We did that on the Boardwalk, some streets, the inlet parking lot and around the convention center,” McGean said. “We also swapped out interior lights.” Finance Administrator Martha Bennet said that the cost-cutting measures already factored into the financial plan. In fiscal year 2016, street lighting cost $654,950. This year, Bennett said that the same line item was budgeted at $623,710. Other changes included installing new heating and air ventilating equipment and a control system in City Hall. The Public Works Administration also received a new air conditioner chiller and a heat recover chiller, which recaptures heat generated through the process that creates cool water and reuses it. McGean said that there is a twoyear verification period to check if the equipment is saving energy. After that, the city might look into other green practices. “We didn’t do anything with water or waste water, because we don’t want to mess with those, but that’s something to look into if we do additional practices,” he said.
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Additional $50K approved for fiber optic work Project costs increase after reusing antenna system off table, replacement needed
By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) Upgrading the city government’s Internet will cost more than officials anticipated, as the antennae system on the old downtown water towers needs to be replaced. The council, with Council President Lloyd Martin absent, unanimously voted to fund an additional
$50,000 to Celerity Integrated Services Inc. to establish a fiber optic network for Ocean City’s infrastructure. That puts the project at $185,000, well outside the $135,000 budget. In December, the council approved a contract to replace the wireless connection provided by antennas on Worcester Avenue and 15th Street water tanks. Last summer, the beach ball water tower on First Street was built to replace the two 50-year-old tanks. City Engineer Terry McGean said that the current water towers trans-
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In comparison, Ocean Pines Police Chief David Massey said recently 70 overdoses had occurred in that community in the last two years, including 10 deaths. “The stereotypical heroin user is the guy in the gutter with a needle in his arm. But the newer trends show that they’re young, professionals and live outside city limits,” Detective 1 said. Heroin use rose nationwide in the last decade after Oxycodone, a synthetic opioid that treats moderate and severe pain, became harder to abuse. The drug was widely abused in the 2000s, and Ocean City Police had cases where local physicians were writing scripts around that time. In 2010, Oxycodone was reformulated to make it virtually impossible to crush, snort and inject. That’s when the pain pill addicts switched to heroin. Both detectives said that the drug spans ages, races, economic class. Heroin use is not restricted to one time of the year, even though a good portion of the beach town closes in the winter. “In certain areas, like Alaska where there’s not that many hours of daylight, you can make the argument for that,” Detective 1 said. “But this is a transient place and we’re seeing people all over the East Coast bring the drug here.” The main source of heroin is the Mexican cartels, which ship it to the major cities. Additives, like fentanyl
which relieves pain in cancer patients, can be mixed with the drug and make heroin 100 times stronger. Fentanyl is made in labs in Mexico, Canada, China and the United States before it’s shipped to major cities. Fatal overdoses with fentanyllaced heroin can occur if the manufacturer is not careful about mixing the two synthetics. But fentanyl, and other characteristics, can also help OCPD trace its source cities and dealers. “Ocean City is able to source it [heroin] from everywhere. So we’ll have different types of heroin in town, and you’ll have to learn where it’s from due to individualized compounds, weight and packaging,” Detective 2 said. To help combat opioid abuse, Ocean City Police talk once a month with other law enforcement agencies on the lower Eastern Shore to share regional intelligence. “I’ve worked narcotics for 12 years and I can say that opioid and heroin abuse has crippled communities and affects everyone from the user themselves to their families, and professionals in health care, law enforcement and the criminal justice system,” Detective 1 said. “When you’re using, you’re just chasing that strongest, purest heroin no matter what. It’s sad.” The Drug Drop Box in the Public Safety Building on 65th Street is a way citizens can get involved and discard of old medications.
Beach ball tower in service, twin tanks tear-down soon Continued from Page 11 The additional funds would come from the income tax refund city government received from the state in 2016. Although there have been some bumps in re-establishing the city’s Internet connection, progress on replacing the Worcester Avenue and 15th Street water tanks is going
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Sea level policy focuses on property impact Measure gets sent to FEMA for review, despite argument to be proactive on flooding
By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) In a larger discussion on Ocean City’s policies on the rising sea level, one councilmember pushed for measures that would require waterfront property owners to raise their lots sooner rather than later. Stormwater drainage and street elevation were two matters included in a draft document that Planning and Zoning Director Bill Neville presented to the council during Tuesday’s work session. The city is updating its five-year hazard mitigation plan and overhauled a section of the text that describes the potential impact of sea level rise on the community. The measure adopted by the city in 2011 stops short of identifying what the community’s response should be. A similar plan adopted by Worcester County in 2014 was has been suggested and rejected as an alternative, because it focused on the Chesapeake Bay’s influence on its coastline. “The best way to plan for a slow sea level rise is to look at it like storm surge events,” Neville said. “What we’ve seen in reports [is that] plan-
ning for category one storms is similar to planning for a foot of sea level rise.” Like storm events, the rising sea increases the potential for coastal erosion, saltwater seeping into groundwater and flooding. The Army Corps of Engineers estimates that intermediate zones like Ocean City will see the sea level rise roughly three inches in 10 years, nine inches in 30 years and 10 inches in 50 years. Neville assured the council that the new sea level policy was not starting from the beginning, since it incorporates several initiatives already in place. Maintaining funding and participation for the beach replenishment project, the sand dune program, dredging the inlet and putting extra sand at northern Assateague Island were crucial actions outlined in the proposed policy. As for buildings, the city will continue to enforce the building code provisions established with the floodplain ordinance that was passed in 2015. First floors in structures that are in the no-flood zone must be 2 feet above the highest adjacent grade, creating a buffer between the building and water damage. The sea level policy also recognizes some streets would need to be elevated in the future, but Neville said that policy would not obligate prop-
erty owners to take steps as well. “The city would not be in a position to [elevate the streets] unless property owners on both sides would be able to elevate their properties,” he said. Councilman Wayne Hartman asked why the city had not stood firm on the matter, and pointed out that redevelopers could install elevators in waterfront structures which would make it impossible to raise the lot. “When the town redid St. Louis Avenue and it became prone to flooding, I questioned why we weren’t raising the streets. Terry [McGean, the city engineer] said that we can’t trap water on private property,” Hartman said. “We have a map that shows the areas prone to flooding and we have a way to address it.” He suggested creating a code for the first-to-flood areas and to require lots in it to be raised 12 inches off the road so it would not be hit by flooding in the future. “We need to be proactive and create a plan for this,” Hartman said.
Neville replied that the city has done its part for now. “We’ve raised the first floor, and the problem with doing it incrementally is that it pushes all the water on the neighbors. Typically, this needs to be done all at once,” he said. Hartman remained firm that immediate action needed to be taken. “I rebuilt property on 24th and raised the lot, and stormwater management made me retain that water on site and we had a system in place,” he said. “When I think first-to-flood, I think downtown. That’s one of the areas we’re seeing most of the redevelopment in, and some have already been raised above the road. Something has to be done soon.” That said, the motion to approve the updated sea level policy passed 60, with Council President Lloyd Martin absent. The measure will be reviewed by Federal Emergency Management Agency, and once it gets the green light, the council will hold a public hearing within 45 days.
Flooding issues at Gorman Park to be examined by city OC Engineer Terry McGean working to formulate fix to drain lots near property
By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) Finding a way to address ongoing flooding issues at Gorman Park, 136th Street, was discussed at the Recreation and Parks Commission meeting on Jan. 10. City Councilman Wayne Hartman said during a commission meeting last October that residents whose properties bordered Gorman Park expressed their displeasure about standing water and flooding there. Terry McGean, city engineer, said the issue has been examined in the past. “We’ve gone out there and we’ve
surveyed this thing to death,” he said. “The bottom line is, I know property owners don’t want to hear it, but we don’t drain on them. The problem is they’re on lots that really don’t drain.” Calvin Ginnavan, city parks superintendent, said Gorman Park was developed in the early 1980s when only a few houses were nearby. “Even when the park was developed, everything flows into this park … it doesn’t flow out,” he said. “The sidewalk is even pitched so it flows into the park.” McGean said he accompanied Ginnavan to the site during a recent rainstorm to assess the situation. “Actually, I was surprised at how well it was draining considering how flat it is and essentially bordered on all sides,” he said. “It’s kind of like See STANDING Page 15
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OC honors only native son killed in Vietnam City council gives veteran’s group OK for project to put plaque, bench at City Hall
By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) Barry Berger, the sole Ocean City native to be killed during the Vietnam conflict, will be honored with a memorial in front of City Hall after a request from a local veterans group was approved during the city council meeting on Jan. 17. Nelson Kelly, Vietnam Veterans of America Ocean City Chapter 1091 president, who presented the proposal to the council, shared some background of the young man who put his own educational pursuits at American University on hold to serve his country, a decision for which he paid the ultimate price. “After being in college for a few years and all the protests going on, the flag burning and things of that nature, Barry left American University and joined the U.S. Army,” he said. “After basic training he went on to Army Ranger training and graduated with honors.” Kelly characterized the Army Rangers as an elite unit who conducts search and destroy, as well as rescue
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cial meaning, Kelly said. “That’s a significant date because the U.S. Senate passed legislation years ago that March 30 would be the official Vietnam veterans welcome home day,” he said. “We always have something at the American Legion (2308 Philadelphia Ave.) to celebrate that day.” Kelly said the American Legion Synepuxent Post 166 also had significance to Barry’s father, who was a past commander at the post. His father also spent numerous years serving with the Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company. “His mom and dad owned an apparel store in Ocean City,” he said. “His father, Al Berger, was very active in the community through the Lions Club, and anybody who has been with the volunteer fire company knows he contributed to that group.” The dedication ceremony is tentatively scheduled for the morning of March 30, with a public reception to follow at the American Legion. “Just for this dedication we’d like to fly the killed in action flag,” he said. “It’s a red flag and after the ceremony we would take it down and present it to one of Berger’s relatives.” Kelly stressed that his group will absorb all costs and partner with Public Works to complete the task. “We’ve had some prominent businessmen in Ocean City who have
pledged their help,” he said. Also Kelly said gift cards are being solicited from area businesses for a silent auction at the American Legion on March 11 as part of the St. Patrick’s Parade Day. Since receiving its charter in January 2014, Kelly said his group has focused its charitable efforts at the local level. “We’re very active in the community but we’re kind of under the radar,” he said. “We do a lot of donations for the less fortunate. We do that mostly through St. Peter’s Church with their Open Kettle program.” Councilman Wayne Hartman noted he was unfamiliar with Berger’s plight, but felt confident future residents and visitors would find his heroism compelling. “Being a resident of Ocean City it’s not something I was aware of until this came from you,” he said. Councilman Dennis Dare noted the memorial would serve a larger cause. “I think not only will it honor Barry Berger, but it will also honor the veterans that served our country during the Vietnam conflict,” he said. Anyone who would like to support the Vietnam Veterans of America Ocean City Chapter 1091 can call 410213-5228 or email oceancityvva@gmail.com.
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mission, behind enemy lines. “Barry was on just such a mission on Jan. 11, 1971 when he came under heavy fire from the enemy and was killed in action that day,” he said. Kelly learned a great deal about Berger from the Worcester County Veterans Memorial at Ocean Pines website, which includes a brief bio, along with a handful of letters he penned from the battleground to his relatives stateside. Prior to graduating Stephen Decatur High School in 1967, Berger attended Ocean City Elementary School, in the same building that now houses City Hall. “I’m sure Barry Berger walked these floors when he was in this school,” Kelly said. After mulling over the best approach to honor Berger’s sacrifice, Kelly’s group decided to seek permission to follow the lead of a similar venture at City Hall. “There is an existing veterans memorial out front on Baltimore Avenue that is dedicated to veterans who lost their lives in WWII,” he said. “We would like to put a bronze plaque on a post next to that plaque.” Additionally the memorial will contain a small black granite bench, Kelly said. “We’re going to call it a bench of reflection,” he said. The target date for dedicating the memorial is March 30, which has spe-
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By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Feb. 3, 2017) Check your child’s backpack — if there’s a document entitled “Head Lice: A Real Head Scratcher,” someone in the class has been diagnosed with a case of Pediculosis Capitis, which means it’s possible that your child has them too. Since schools returned to session on Jan. 3, 26 cases of head lice have been reported, according to spokeswoman Carrie Sterrs. The infestations have been mostly contained to the elementary schools, with 11 cases reported at Showell Elementary School, eight at Buckingham Elementary, three at Snow Hill Elementary, three at Pocomoke Elementary and a single case at Stephen Decatur Middle School, Sterrs said. “When a child is identified as having lice, the entire class is then checked as a preventative measure,” Sterrs said. “Should multiple students be identified as having lice
within the same class, a letter is sent home to the parents of the affected class.” According to school board procedure for head lice infestation, the schools must first handle the situation with concern for the child’s feelings to avoid embarrassment. However, the suspected student will be excluded from school immediately, and that includes riding school buses. The student will not be able to return to school until proof of adequate treatment is obtained, and is subject to evaluation by the school nurse. The child must be nit (lice egg) free in order to return to school, and the school nurse will also conduct an examination 10 days later to ensure the child has remained lice-free. If the child does not pass this inspection, according to school board policy, a second letter detailing the situation and the child will be sent home. Siblings, and all other classmates of an infected child will be evaluated by the nurse, as well as any other students the school determines it is appropriate to test. School superintendent Lou Tay-
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Volunteer fire company memberships down Economic, cultural changes among factors blamed for shrinking ranks in county
By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Feb. 3, 2017) In the spring of 1990, when Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company President Jay Jester joined, the roster was full and boasted 125 active-duty members. Almost 30 years later, that number has dropped by about a percentage point per year, every year. “I only got in because someone else dropped off,” Jester recalled. “Now we have 72 active members — about 68 percent of where we were.” The numbers are bolstered by the different roles the company offers, from life members and gold badge life members to honorary, associate and contributing members. The two former memberships are offered with 15 and 25 years of service, respectively, while the latter three are a little more complex. Honorary memberships are just what the name implies, Jester said, and are reserved for officials like the mayor or the chief of police. Associate members are those who don’t live within the “first due” area — the requirement to join OCVFC as an active member — but still want to help. Contributing members are mostly Town of Ocean City staff, who, in the event of a large fire, could come help while still being covered by the com-
pany’s insurance policy, Jester said. ship comes into play as well, since There is also a career membership, seasonal or weekly rentals are far which is reserved for personnel who more lucrative than annual leases, might still be at the station during a younger potential volunteers have shift change when a call comes in. limited options for year round acThese members could still go out on commodations. the call, Jester explained, and be cov“There are also some socioecoered by insurance even though they nomic things. You used to be able to are technically off duty. leave your business unlocked to go The company hasn’t drilled into fight a fire, and come back,” Jester the numbers to get at all the exact said. reasons why this, and other volunteer He recalled people visiting the fire companies like Snow Hill and shops during these times would just Berlin are having trouble recruiting write down what they took and left and maintaining new members, but the money. it’s starting to. “Business own“We’ve formed ers also used to let an exit interview their employees go ‘There are lots of people committee to put when a fire call across roles who are all together the data,” came in,” he said. contributing and all keeping On the social side, he said. us vibrant and afloat. But Even though he Jester recalled the doesn’t have spedays when the only we’re always looking for cific numbers to organizations in new members’ back up his conclutown to join were sions, Jester said he Ocean City Volunteer Fire the American LeCompany President has some pretty gion and the volungood ideas of the teer fire company. Jay Jester reasons behind the Jester noted membership dethose days are over. cline. “Roll this into everything and it’s “On the surface, it’s just expensive every volunteer fire company in the to live in Ocean City or West Ocean nation having the same problems,” he City. An 18 year-old just can’t afford said. it,” Jester said of the “first due” reIt’s certainly being felt in Berlin, as quirement. Chief Jimmy Corron said he’s down In firefighting terms, first due 10-15 positions for similar reasons. refers to the area where the company “It used to be the businesses would is expected to be first on the scene. allow their employees to leave to reThe nature of the property owner- spond to a call, but now people have
two or three jobs and can’t do it,” he said. Volunteering also requires more time than it used to, he said, and the number of calls are increasing, while municipalities have had to tighten budget belts. “There are more standards, which require more classes along with other mandates,” Corron said. The Berlin Volunteer Fire Company is working on a recruitment video to help bolster its numbers. It should be released in the next few months, Corron said. The Snow Hill Volunteer Fire Company also revealed it too is having membership woes. According to Chief Trey Heiser, the company has about 15 open spots for volunteers right now. As the company can support 55 members, the Snow Hill company is down nearly one-quarter in membership. “We can adequately respond to calls, but the more volunteers the better,” Heiser said. The Snow Hill company is seeking a site for a new fire station north of the Pocomoke River, which Heiser believes could be used as a recruitment tool for people who live in that area. The Ocean City fire company has made its own adaptations to attract new members. Of particular interest are rent-free rooms in the station new members can use under certain conditions. Jester said the company has 10 such rooms that are all full and he hopes to add more soon. “There are lots of people across roles who are all contributing and all keeping us vibrant and afloat,” he said. “But we’re always looking for new members.” Pocomoke City and Ocean Pines volunteer fire companies did not return repeated calls for comment.
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By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) The Maryland Department of Transportation signed off on the design of a designated bicycle path on Sinepuxent Avenue, paving the way for a spring installation. MDOT’s Bikeways Program funded a $56,560 grant to implement a bike path on the side street that runs from Montego Bay to the Delaware Line. The bike path would run on both sides of the street and would be completed for Memorial Day weekend. Ocean City will provide an in-kind match with labor and installation. Engineering Manager Paul
‘When I first sent the designs off earlier, MDOT asked for more signs. Now the path will include 20 signs in both directions to show drivers and cyclists that there’s a bike route.’ Engineering Manager Paul Mauser Mauser, who is the point person on the project, said that the money will be used for signs and Thermoplastic pavement markings, per the state’s approval. “When I first sent the designs off earlier, MDOT asked for more signs. Now the path will include 20 signs in both directions to show drivers and cyclists that there’s a bike route,” Mauser said. The bike path will also require traffic pattern changes, including removing five stop signs along Sinepuxent Avenue. Those signs are nearly
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weather to be applied. “The crosswalks that were redone during the last year’s repaving was done with Thermoplastic, and we’d want to use that for the crosswalks on Sinepuxent. It lasts longer,” Mauser said. The material would also be used to put a symbol – a man on a bicycle — in the outlined path. Other notable changes to Sinepuxent Avenue include new lane striping. Mauser said that by using traffic combing techniques, the road will be painted to make the lanes appear smaller. “That makes people drive more cautious and slower, like what we see with St. Louis Avenue,” he said. “Right now, Sinepuxent feels wider and you could blow through it.” St. Louis Avenue has a bike lane for its 17 blocks that runs next to the parking lane. When Sinepuxent Av-
enue is completed, it would be a second step to establish bicycle-friendly routes in the resort. For months, the Transportation Commission has discussed implementing a bicycle path that would run parallel to Baltimore Avenue, but there have been issues in obtaining easements from the Rodeway Inn Eco Lodge on 29th Street and the Meridian Condominium on 59th Street. Discussions of the mid-town bicycle path have been in closed session since July. “We still have the two impediments, but I think we’re making progress with the Eco Lodge,” said Councilman Tony DeLuca, who is spearheading the mid-town bicycle path. As for the Sinepuxent bike route, line striping and sign movement is slated to start in March or April.
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OBITUARIES FRANK DOMINIC LOBIANCO Ocean City Frank Dominic LoBianco, age 78, died on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017 at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis. Born in York, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Anthony and Edith Tingle LoBianco. He is survived by his beloved wife, Bela Dolinger LoBianco, and daughter, Vicki L. Bruso. There are two grandchildren, Carl W. Bruso, III and Lauren E. Bruso. Also surviving is his sister, Nina Tingle White, numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Mr. LoBianco had served in the United States Air Force and was a contractor and business owner. He enjoyed spending time with his family as well as fishing and wood working. A graveside service will be held on Friday, Feb. 3, 2017 at 1 p.m. at the Eastern Shore Veteran’s Cemetery in Hurlock, Maryland. Pastor David Talley will officiate. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. DORIS E. WARD Selbyville Doris E. Ward, age 89, of Selbyville, died Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017 at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin. She was born in Baltimore and was the daughter of the late Russell and Bertha (Thomas) Breneman. Doris retired after 30 years working for AT&T and the former C & P Telephone Co. and was a member of the Telephone Pioneers. Before moving to the area, she was a member of Colonial Baptist Church in Baltimore where she had taught nursery, primary and junior high Sunday school and was a girls auxiliary leader. She had also been a counselor at Camp Wo Me To and a Billy Graham counselor. She was a charter member of Fenwick Island Baptist Church and had taught Vacation Bible School. She was also a member of the Fenwick Island Ladies Lunch Bunch. She is survived by two daughters,
Linda L. Adkins, of Selbyville, and Jo Anne B. Fuller and husband, Ken, of Perryville, Maryland; a son, Joseph R. Ward Jr. and wife, Mary, of Pasadena, Maryland; five grandchildren, Joseph Ward III, Robert Ward, Nancy Hutchison, Betty Piner and Christina Adkins; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband whom she married on April 2, 1948, Joseph R. Ward Sr., who died in 2006. A funeral service was held on Friday, Jan. 27, 2017 at Fenwick Island Baptist Church in Selbyville with Rev. Mike Fillis officiating. Burial was in Sunset Memorial Park in Berlin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Fenwick Island Baptist Church, 36806 Lighthouse Road, Selbyville, Delaware 19975. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com. EDWARD A. “PETE” PETERSON, JR. Selbyville Edward A. “Pete” Peterson, Jr., of Selbyville, Delaware, passed away Saturday, Jan. 28, 2017 at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford, Delaware. He was 84. Pete was born in Worcester, Massachusetts, on Aug. 7, 1932, son of the late Edward A., Sr. and Alice E. Peterson Jr. (Bergstrom) Peterson. He was a graduate of Anacostia High School in Washington D.C., a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity, and was always proud to be a veteran who served his country with the United States Army. Mr. Peterson was employed as a cryptologist with the National Security Agency in Fort Meade, Maryland, retiring from his position in 1987. While living in New Carrollton, Maryland, Pete was a long-time member and trustee of the Elks Lodge #1778 before moving to Selbyville, Delaware in 2002 where he became an active mem-
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ber and was past president of the Elks Lodge #2645 in Ocean City. During his 45-plus years with the Elks, he headed the Scholarship Committee on the state and district levels, chaired the Drug Awareness Committee, served on the Veterans Committee that placed banners on the Boardwalk, the Play It Safe Committee, was the state chairman for youth golf and tennis, was selected as Elk of the Year in 2010 by the State Association, and received numerous awards for his volunteer work. Pete was also a member of the American Legion and Moose Lodges, a volunteer with Atlantic General Hospital, and was an avid Redskin Fan. In addition to his parents, Pete was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara J. Peterson, in 2002. He is survived by two daughters, Cheryl A. Boone and Tara Spencer and husband, Troy; his brother-in-law, Ronald Wolf and wife, Holly; his special companion of 14 years, Joan Thompson; five grandchildren, Jennifer Boone Eisenberg and husband, Geoff, Brandon Boone, Suzanne Boone, Dawn Willey and Troy Spencer, Jr.; and five greatgrandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017 at the Elks Lodge #2645, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., Ocean City, where friends are invited to stay for food and fellowship with the family immediately following the service. Burial will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Elks National Foundation, 2750 N. Lakeview Ave, Chicago, Illinois 606142256; or online at www.enf.elks.org. Condolences may be left for the family at www.rogersfhmilford.com. Arrangements are being handled by Rogers Funeral Home, Milford.
Born in Libertytown, she was the daughter of the late Louis Molnar and Nellie Morris Molnar. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ishmael Ennis; Doris Ennis former husbands, William F. Truitt and Ralph F. Downs; and brothers, Charles Molnar and “Baby Ernest Molnar.” She is survived by her children, David Truitt (Robin), Cheryl Darby (Linda), Brenda Knox (Ken), Dean Truitt (Maureen) and Jeff Truitt (Tammy). She was an adored grandmother to Jami Lynn Truitt, Stacy Lynn Davis, Tyler Downs Truitt, Jordan Quinn Truitt, Jeffrey William Truitt; and six great-grandchildren, Cross Michael Truitt, James Dylan Davis, Emma Kate Davis, Aydon Truitt and Ryder Truitt. Also surviving is her brother, Robert Molnar; sister, Barbara Jean Jones, several nieces and nephews; and extended family members, Ira and Jane Hudson and their three daughters, Iris, Dana and Kathy, as well as the family of Ishmael Ennis. Doris and her late former husband, Ralph Downs, were owners of the 413 Mini Mart in Marion Station for many years. She will be remembered for her love of gardening, sewing, crafts, her delicious cooking, and most of all her deep love for her family. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017 at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Mr. Rusty Molnar officiated. Interment was in Riverside Cemetery in Berlin. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com.
DORIS MOLNAR ENNIS Libertytown/Marion Station Doris Molnar Ennis, age 80, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2017 at her daughter’s home in Marion Station, surrounded by her loving family.
PERRIE WILSON (BILL) WATERS JR. Pocomoke Perrie Wilson (Bill) Waters Jr., age 68, died peacefully, Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017 at his home in Cokesbury, Maryland, with his loving wife, Marilyn Waters, at his side. He was the son of the late Perrie Wilson Waters Sr. and the late Joan Bell Waters. He was preceded in death by his sister, Susan Waters. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn Blanche Waters; step-children, Landon Williams, Sunny Lowe and husband, Dan; a sister, Marty Pusey; a brother, Donald Waters and wife, Linda; nieces, Sarah Dryden and husband, Michael, Katie Keith and husband, Jon; and nephew, Ryan Waters. Bill was a graduate of University of Maryland, managed an egg production business in Western Maryland, and then moved back to the Eastern Shore after purchasing a farm in Cokesbury. A memorial service was held on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017 at the Makemie Memorial Presbyterian Church in Snow Hill. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Letters of condolence may be sent to burbage@burbagefuneralhome.com.
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Beach patrol preps for summer recruitment
By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) Ocean City Beach Patrol Capt. Butch Arbin is thinking about summer – and the 200 people he needs in the lifeguard stands along Ocean City’s beach to keep the waters safe. In summer 2016, 180 lifeguards fulfilled that duty. “I feel like an archer, trying to hit that bullseye every time,” Arbin said.
“You don’t want to under-employ. Typically, two-thirds of the total are returns, but that is not set in stone.” With four physical evaluation periods completed, Arbin already has 35 candidates who passed the physical exam and are attending the Surf Training Academy to obtain lifeguard certification. Now the beach patrol, and Arbin, are gearing up for another testing phase by recruiting off-site, starting
Snow Hill Elementary and SU partnership leads to award By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) The National Association for Professional Development Schools recently recognized the partnership between Snow Hill Elementary and Salisbury University with an achievement award. “I was surprised about the recognition,” Dr. Mary Anne Cooper, principal of Snow Hill Elementary, said. “This award is validating for our hard work at Snow Hill Elementary and our partnership with Salisbury University. The majority of teachers have interns [and] methods-and-foundations students, and believe tremendously in helping those new to the teaching profession.”
Each year, Snow Hill Elementary receives about 10 full-time student teaching interns. In addition, anywhere between 20 and 30 methods-and-foundations students – enrolled in classes leading up to internships – help out one or two days per week. Since 2002, the program has given college students experience and preparation for their careers. The partnership also allows for the cultivation of new ideas and innovation in the classroom, Cooper said. “This partnership is truly special, because we are able to learn and grow right along with those new to the teaching profession,” Cooper said. “University students See SH Page 22
in Salisbury. At the moment, approximately 60 people have registered for the first test of the new year at Salisbury University on Feb. 12. Next, the beach patrol will be going to York College on March 11, where 31 people have signed up. Walk-ons are welcomed during both testing periods. While the numbers for lifeguards look to be in the patrol’s favor, Arbin remains cautiously optimistic. “I’ve been doing this 45 years, and I’ve seen 50 percent of those who register [for the test] not qualify. Some can’t make the run, some don’t have the endurance for it. Some don’t pass the interview,” he said. Lifeguard candidates go through rigorous testing that includes a 400meter run, a 500-meter swim, moving a beach stand by themselves and performing several simulated swimming rescues. Other requirements include an English language proficiency test, a questionnaire and an interview. The patrol is also hiring nine facilitators to educate the surfing and swimming public about beach regulations, responding to emergencies and enforcing ordinances. Aside from the physical exam culling recruits, Arbin said salary and housing issues can cut the number even faster. Roughly 85 percent of
lifeguard candidates have to relocate to Ocean City for 18 weeks. For most of them, it’s not economically feasible to do while earning $14.65 per hour, after the three-week probationary period. Candidates in the academy are paid $13.29 per hour. “I get letters from people who passed saying that want to do this job and have some exciting adventures — but they can’t with the expenses. The pay is pretty good, but there hasn’t been a raise in eight years, and the cost of tuition and houses have gone up,” Arbin said. Arbin pointed to other problems in the resort housing market. In 2014 and 2015, relocating beach patrol members fell victim to online scammers who promised apartments under construction, or they had no ownership rights to. Arbin said that most of his lifeguards work part-time and help out when they’re not working their primary job. Some lifeguards are students or teachers and have to return to that occupation before OCBP’s last day in the stands in late September. “When that happens, the stands are spread a little farther apart so that they can watch about 100 people. It’s a difficult responsibility.” For more information about Ocean City Beach Patrol and its physical tests, visit www.oceancitymd.gov/ocbp.
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SH Elem. and SU to receive award in D.C., March 10 Continued from Page 21 bring so much to the table with their passion and enthusiasm. “Salisbury University students are expected to work with [Snow Hill Elementary] students from day one, giving them invaluable experience as new teachers,” Cooper added. “I know they are absolutely ready to handle any situation that a firstyear teacher has to face.” Keith Conners, a professor at Salisbury University, arranged most of the application packet. Preparations began last spring. “We believe in the value of continuous learning at Snow Hill Elementary School and … see this partnership as a critical component to our success,” Cooper said. A number of Snow Hill faculty members were once professors, or currently teach classes at Salisbury University. “Keith Connors, Sara Elburn, Nancy Niblett and Paul Gasior from Salisbury University are a tremendous asset to Snow Hill Elementary School, providing opportunities for our faculty to continue their professional development through opportunities at Salisbury University or at regional and national conferences,” Cooper said. On March 10, the Exemplary Professional Development School Achievement Award will be presented in Washington, D.C.
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No cuts, new tax in state budget Del. Carozza, Sen. Mathias applaud $43.5M education funding, but still work to do
By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) Gov. Larry Hogan introduced the state’s proposed fiscal year 2018 operating budget on Jan. 18, which aims to reduce spending while still fully funding priority projects, most notably education. The proposed budget decreases general fund spending, the governor’s office said in a press release. “We are able to accomplish this with no new taxes, no cuts to services, and without raiding dedicated special funds, and once again, this budget is 100 percent structurally balanced,” the release said. After reviewing the document Del. Mary Beth Carozza, a member of the House Appropriations Committee, highlighted items of importance to the shore. Carozza noted that the $43.5 billion budget proposal includes $6.4 billion for Maryland’s public schools, $234 million in highway user revenues, $4 million for opioid addiction services, $4 million for rural programs and $11.9 million for tourism development. Of particular importance in Worcester County is $51 million for
the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust funds, $2 million for beach replenishment in Ocean City and $681,000 for the Atlantic General Hospital Regional Cancer Center. “We’re in full throttle mode with budget briefings on the House Appropriations Committee this week,” she said.
‘The joy comes out of them right away, you hear about the localized projects that are in there, but then the reality starts to come out of them, like the local capital bond monies that are not in there at the moment.’ Senator Jim Mathias One resort project not yet included in the budget was discussed last Tuesday, during a meeting between Carozza, Sen. Jim Mathias, Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan and City Engineer Terry McGean. The group met with the governor’s chief of staff and deputy budget officer to discuss funding a proposed expansion of the convention center. “I’m working with Mayor Meehan and Senator Mathias, and my colleagues in the legislature, on funding for Phase Three of the OC convention
center,” Carozza said. Mathias said after receiving a budget briefing this week, and his subsequent analysis of the lengthy documents, there are, as usual, good and bad points. “The joy of knowing education is fully funded is there,” he said. “That’s the most valuable asset we can endow on our children and our future.” After skimming off the cream, Mathias said there are a few deflating aspects to the proposed operating budget. “The joy comes out of them right away, you hear about the localized projects that are in there, but then the reality starts to come out of them, like the local capital bond monies that are not in there at the moment,” he said. Typically the state budget includes around $15 million to finance capital bonds for smaller-scale projects. “That money is divided up for localized projects, which besides providing services they leverage other capital investment,” he said. With supplemental budgets still forthcoming, Mathias is hopeful this deficit will be addressed. “Everybody has done their part to bring in a balanced budget and reduced spending in an unpredictable economy,” he said. “Even though there’s been stability brought to the economy, there clearly hasn’t been a boom.”
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Police Officer First Class Daniel McBride recognized Ceremony celebrates OCPD employees, volunteers and civilians who assist efforts
(Feb. 3, 2017) The Neighborhood Watch Associations of Ocean City gathered together with Ocean City Police Department employees at the Grand Hotel & Spa for the annual Officer of the Year Ceremony on Jan 27. Nearly 140 guests gathered to recognize OCPD personnel and volunteers for their accomplishments in 2016. Police Officer First Class Daniel McBride was named the Ocean City Neighborhood Watch Association’s 2016 Officer of the Year by the eight Neighborhood Watch coordinators. Also nominated were Detective Cpl. Brett Case, Pfc. Nicholas Forsyth, Pfc. Corey Gemerek, Dfc. Shawn Lindsey and Dfc. Carl Perry. Pfc. McBride began his career with the OCPD as a seasonal officer in 2010 and worked two consecutive summers before being hired as a fulltime officer in January 2012. Pfc. McBride is a certified Field Training Officer and a member of the Domestic Violence Unit and the Recruiting Team. In 2014, he was named the Knights of Columbus Officer of the Year, the American Legion Officer of the Year, and received the Worcester County Drug and Alcohol Abuse Council Certificate of Achievement. Upon accepting the award, Pfc. McBride gave credit to his fellow officers for his success and thanked
many of the officers on his shift for believing in the concept that “it’s amazing what can be accomplished when nobody cares who gets the credit.” Volunteers of the OCPD Auxiliary Unit were also recognized for their contribution of 2,190 hours of their time in 2016. Since the unit’s inception, auxiliary officers have volunteered a total of 58,000 hours, which translates to a cost savings of approximately $2 million to the taxpayers of Ocean City. This year, the Auxiliary Officer of the Year Award was given to Kim Herbert for her dedication to public safety in Ocean City. Herbert joined the Auxiliary Unit in 2010 and volunteered nearly 250 hours in 2016. As part of Jan. 27 ceremony, many civilians and officers were awarded departmental commendations for exemplary service. Six civilians earned the Certificate of Outstanding Service: Catherine Cartwright of Ocean City, Sarah Galvanek of Hackensack, New Jersey, Danielle Krywinski of Rochelle Park, New Jersey, Lia Johnston of Warminster, Pennsylvania, William Legg of Hackensack, New Jersey and Kyle Yeager of Warminster, Pennsylvania. Lt. Scott Kirkpatrick, Sgt. Dennis Eade, Sgt. Brian Mongelli, Sgt. Mark Paddack, Sgt. Frank Wrench, Cpl. Vance Row, Pfc. Gary Cooper, Pfc. Matthew Foreman, Pfc. Nicholas Forsyth, Pfc. Corey Gemerek, Pfc. Jeffrey Heiser, Pfc. Daniel McBride, Pfc. Kory Moerschel, Pfc. Edward Newcomb, Dfc. Carl Parry, Pfc. Pamela Russell, Dfc. Nick Simpson,
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Assault and robbery Ocean City police officers arrested and charged Walter Everett, 54, of Ocean City with first- and second-degree assault, robbery and theft on Jan. 28. The night before, police saw a man lying on the sidewalk at 13th Street and Philadelphia Avenue being treated by Ocean City Emergency Medical Services employees. Police reported the victim had a bruised eye, a concussion, facial cuts and a broken leg. The victim was taken to Atlantic General Hospital, where a doctor said his tibia and fibula bone were fractured and he dislocated his right ankle. Shortly after, the victim was taken to Johns Hopkins for surgery. On Saturday, police reviewed security camera footage of the area and recognized Everett walking around the victim, picking up items off the ground before heading into his home, the report stated. Everett was arrested shortly after and police reported looking in Everett’s refrigerator and finding a 12-
pack of Natural Light that apparently had been taken from the scene.
Burglary Shane Kulp and Jesse Shipley, both 21, were arrested and charged with second-degree burglary and malicious destruction of property on Jan. 29. According to the report, police were called downtown after an Ocean City bus driver saw two men kicking in the front door of a closed store and breaking the glass. The boys walked away from the scene after seeing the driver back up the city bus, the report stated.
Suicidal person Ocean City Quick Response Team members and police responded to First Street and St. Louis Avenue on Tuesday morning because a suicidal subject had a firearm in his possession. After a few hours, the situation was resolved. Police said there was never a threat to public safety.
Ocean City Police Chief Ross Buzzuro, left, congratulates Police Officer First Class Daniel McBride, who was named the Ocean City Neighborhood Watch Association’s 2016 Officer of the Year.
Pfc. John Spicer, Ofc. Herbert Jenkins and Seasonal Officer Melissa Schoppen each received Excellent Performance commendations. In addition, Pfc. James Bird earned the Special Commendation award for his efforts to save an individual’s life and Dfc. Jeffrey Johns earned the Meritorious Service award for his exceptional work to put a significant dent in the drug trade throughout Worcester County. Employees were also recognized for retirement and promotions. Lt. Howard Whaley was celebrated for
his upcoming retirement after 27 years of service to the citizens of Ocean City. Due to Lt. Whaley’s retirement, James Grady, Frank Soscia and Michael Kelly were recognized for their upcoming promotions to lieutenant, sergeant, and corporal, respectively. James Bird, Gary Cooper, Adam Lapinski, Joseph Laughlin, Xeniya Patterson and Erika Specht were each recognized for their promotion to police officer first class in 2016. Earl Cecil was also recognized for his promotion to police custody officer.
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Bunting Realty, Inc. is celebrating 25 years in business. Cam Bunting, second from right, in front, started the business after working for Moore, Warfield & Glick in Ocean City.
Bunting Realty celebrates 25 years Owner runs real estate biz in Berlin, frequently travels and finds time to volunteer
By Josh Davis Associate Editor (Feb. 3, 2017) Twenty-five years ago Cam Bunting started a fledgling real estate business in Berlin. Her father and brother were both agents based in Salisbury, and she was working for Moore, Warfield & Glick in Ocean City, at the time. “Real estate was in my blood,” she said. Because virtually all of her listings happened to be in Berlin, she started to look for a way to relocate there, at first looking for a place to work as an agent. When that didn’t happen, she decided to open her own operation, Bunting Realty, Inc. Bunting bought a former doctor’s office on 24 Broad Street in Berlin, a space large enough that her husband, Woody, could also run his surveying business out of. Jumping into owning and operating her own office, Bunting said, was not something she thought twice about. “I’m a type-A person, so I have to be doing lots of things. It was just a normal progression,” she said. “I loved Moore, Warfield & Glick and that was a great experience, but they weren’t
real interested in Berlin. I thought the only other thing to do was open my own business.” With three children still at home and a husband that was self-employed, Bunting admitted the first year was something of a struggle. Still, it wasn’t long before Bunting Realty, Inc. took off. “It picked up right away,” she said. “At the time Bill Smith had retired, so there wasn’t anybody else here that was really concentrating on this area. At first you do have to establish relationships with people and do everything that’s required of you and do it to the best of your ability. “The first year was just getting everything going and from there we decided it was too big for just me – we needed some agents,” she added. “Since then it’s just grown and right now a couple of us are in the top percentage of our industry, here in this office.” A healthy list of clients often meant taking work home with her, and Bunting said she didn’t necessarily have to be awake to be working. “I’m the type that I would go home and I would dream about somebody looking for a house, and I’d wake up in the middle of the night because I’d thought about a house for them,” she said. “It’s great [finding the perfect home] because they’re so excited that it gets you excited. Right now I can’t
ever think about retiring because I love what I do. Why would I not continue to do it as long as I can walk up stairs? “When you’re either listing or selling for somebody you get to know them and know their family situations, and in some cases when somebody is really desperate to sell you try to do everything in your power to make that happen,” Bunting added. Again with the type-A personality, Bunting has not only run a successful business she built from the ground up, but has been mother to three children and is a prolific volunteer in the county. Last April, Bunting and her husband were given the 51st annual Lion’s Club Berlin Award, recognizing their volunteerism. A month later, Coastal Hospice bestowed her with a similar honor. Volunteering, apparently, is also in her blood. “When I was a teenager the things I wanted to do were get married, have children and volunteer,” she said. “My parents were big in Salisbury and did a lot of volunteer work, and my brother, Hugh McLaughlin, was on the board of PRMC and I was on the board of AGH. “Once you start volunteering people know, so you get picked for other things,” she added. “My mother would See BUNTING Page 26
By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) There are many opportunities online to gather information about a property. Below is a list of valuable (and free) local website resources where you can go to obtain essential information on property in Maryland. Worcester County’s website for property taxes: https://selfservice.co.worcester.md. us/MSS/default.aspx. When you visit the county’s site, click on the button labeled “Worcester County Taxes Online” then “Real Estate Taxes.” This will take you to a search page that allows you to search for a property by parcel ID, primary owner name and street address. Once you locate the property, a report is displayed that details any applicable city, county and state property tax, as well as whether or not the taxes are current. It also displays the past four years of tax records for any given property. Maryland Department of Assessments & Taxation for property records: http://sdat.dat.maryland.gov/RealProperty/Pages/default.aspx. Visiting the Real Property portion of the site noted above allows you to search the Real Property database and display property records. All counties within the state of Maryland are available to search, and the search methods are street address, property account identifier, map/parcel, or property sales. Information provided in an individual property record includes: Owner information, location and structure information (including map/parcel/lot number, square footage, lot size, etc.), value information (tax assessment value), transfer information, exemption information, mortgage and foreclosure history, and homestead application status. Maryland Land Records for recorded instruments within the state: www.mdlandrec.net. This website provides up to date access to all verified land record instruments in Maryland. This service is provided at no charge to individuals who apply for a username and password. After selecting the county to search, you have the option to search by book See CHECK Page 26
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Bunting sees changes in industry over years Continued from Page 25 come over and babysit my three kids so that I could go to the Taylor Museum and scrape paint off with Ed Hammond.” Bunting said owning her own business allowed her an amount of leniency she wouldn’t have had otherwise. She and Woody worked extensively with Berlin Little League, among other local groups. “We’ve done quite a few things and enjoyed every minute of it,” she said. “Because you can be a little flexible with real estate, it helps. Not everybody would be able to do it because of their jobs and the time that they have to work. We just worked a lot more at night!” The couple travel as a way to decompress, and have visited 49 different states – including Alaska – in their motor home. They also take annual trips to Sarasota to watch the Baltimore Orioles during spring training, and a collection of autographed baseballs collected during those visits adorns the office. The trek to Alaska, Bunting said, occurred “one year when real estate was terrible.” “We said there’s not much going on here, so we took off two-and-a-half months, which we could do because I have an assistant here and my husband can do his survey drawing,” she said. “But we drove up through North
Dakota and went the on Alaska Highway – and broke down on the Alaska Highway.” Because they had purchased a $65 emergency service plan at Sam’s Club, Bunting said she was able to get a flatbed truck to tow the motor home to a repair shop. Despite the hiccups, she said the trip was more than worth it. “That was a neat experience,” she said. “It’s back on our bucket list – we’d like to do that again.” Paramount Studios also used her office – and her talents – during the filming of “Runaway Bride,” and the producers of “Tuck Everlasting” took up residence inside her building for an extended period of time. Bunting was a location scout, among other things, for Paramount. “The list of things that I did just got bigger and bigger,” she said. “I had to find locations for Julia Roberts and Richard Gere and Gary Marshall and Joan Cusack. With their assistance, I’d call up different people and ask them if they’d move out of their house for a couple weeks to move these actors and actresses – and the husbands all said yes and the wives always said no.” She also housed the casting office for Paramount, played a real-life notary during filming and even appeared on camera in a few scenes in Berlin – and was asked to do more in Baltimore.
“I said, ‘that’s OK,’” she said with a laugh. “But it was a really neat experience.” As for her other life in the real estate business, Bunting said the industry has changed a lot during her several decades of experience. Thick binders and books have largely become digitized, and she now carries a laptop instead of heavy stacks of papers. The people, she said, have been
the constant. “People are just so happy and just so overcome with gladness or sadness when they’re selling something that’s been in their family for a really long time. It just makes it all really neat,” she said. Rather than celebrate the milestone, Bunting said she would take a low-key approach and treat it all as “just another day of work.”
LARGEST ASSOCIATE PLEDGE DRIVE Atlantic General Hospital Associates completed the 2016 United Way drive with the largest monetary pledge in history for the hospital. Atlantic General Hospital President and CEO, Michael Franklin, and associate campaign co-chair, Sherry Whitt, director of MedSurg, presented Kasey Decker, Donor Relations coordinator, United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore, right, with a check for $28,600.
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Continued from Page 25 and page number, or by an individual or corporation name. This site is a valuable tool in searching deeds, mortgages and also bylaws of homeowners and condominium associations. Maryland Judiciary Case Search: http://casesearch.courts.state.md.u s/casesearch. The site provides information on all counties within Maryland for both cir-
cuit and district courts, and civil, criminal, traffic and civil citation case types. This site also provides information on foreclosures and the status of foreclosures within the Maryland court system. Users must read and agree to the Maryland Rules on Access to Court Records prior to using. Lauren Bunting is a licensed REALTOR with Bunting Realty, Inc. in Berlin.
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Jones joins EXIT EXIT Realty At The Beach in Ocean Pines announces the addition of Karena Jones to its team of real estate professionals. Jones graduated from Fleet Business School in Annapolis in 1994 and she had the advantage of some online courses with Ashworth Career College in Georgia. She Karena Jones also completed the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Realty classes before obtaining her real estate license. EXIT Realty is a by-invitation-only company focused on the business of real estate. EXIT’s MIND-SET Training Systems offer the industry’s best hands-on, interactive sales training. State-of-the-art tech-
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Hall earns designation Amy Miller, CPM, managing director of SVN – Miller Commercial Real Estate announces that Property Manager Lindsay Hall has earned the Certified Property Manager (CPM) designation through the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM). Hall has been with SVN-Miller since 2009 Lindsay Hall and has handled inhouse property management and lease administration for the last six years. The IREM, an affiliate of the National Association of Realtors, is an association of professional property and asset managers who have met strict criteria in the areas of education, experience and a commitment to a code of ethics. The CPM designation is the industry’s premier real estate management credential. Hall went through rigorous training comprised of seven classes on topics including but not limited to Financial Tools, Marketing & Leasing, and Managing the Physical Asset.
The week-long final exam was two-part; a management plan and skills analysis test, and a general knowledge exam. For more information about SVN-Miller Property Management Services, contact Miller, CPM, at amy.miller@svn.com or call 410-543-2440.
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Hard work pays off for Lady Mallards; Prep squad 13-0
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 3, 2017) The Worcester Prep girls’ basketball team has already made school history and there are still several games remaining in the season. Worcester is 8-0 in the Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference and 13-0 overall, which ties for the best start for a girls’ basketball team at the school. According to research done by WPS Director of Athletics, Matt McGinnis, the best start was by the 2002-03 team, which went 13-0 before suffering its first loss. That squad finished 15-1. There have been two undefeated girls’ teams according to available records. The 1996-97 squad finished 10-0 and the 1997-98 team went 11-0. The best record by any girls’ basketball group was the 2004-05 team, which finished 19-4. The next best record was 17-3, which the 2003-04 squad logged. “The girls are excited about their start. It’s a reflection on how hard they have worked all season,” said Prep Coach Scot Dailey. The Lady Mallards topped the Gunston Day Herons, 45-17, on Tuesday in Centreville to earn win No. 13. “We played pretty good despite the two weeks off. We missed a lot of shots,” Dailey said. Worcester Prep students were off last week for winter break and the week before that was semester exams, so the team did not have practices or games. The visiting Mallards led 11-2 at the end of the first quarter and 16-7 at halftime. The Prep squad scored 18 points
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The Worcester Prep girls’ basketball team is flying high as the Lady Mallards improved to 13-0 with their 45-17 victory over the Gunston Day Herons on Tuesday in Centreville. Their record of 13-0 ties the school record for best start to the season by a girls’ basketball team.
in the third quarter and held Gunston to three. After three quarters, Worcester was ahead 34-10. “We came out inspired and fired up at the start,” Dailey said. “We dropped a little the second quarter, but picked it up after half and had a balanced effort from everyone. Seven of nine girls scored.” Freshman Emily Copeland led Worcester with 11 points, seven rebounds and five steals. Senior captain Leigh Lingo chipped in with nine points, five steals and two assists. Sophomore Hannah Merritt added eight points and three rebounds. “We rebounded well and played
good defense,” Dailey said. The Mallards have four regular-season games left, all against conference opponents. They current hold a twogame lead for the top seed in the ESIAC. Worcester will take a trip to Easton today, Friday, to battle its biggest ESIAC rival, the Saints Peter & Paul Sabres, at 5:30 p.m. When the two teams went head-to-head on Jan. 11 in Berlin, the Mallards pulled out a 24-20 victory. “Friday night’s the big one. It’s going to be a tough game,” Dailey said. “The girls are absolutely pumped up. They need to want in more, be tougher
than them, get the loose balls and rebounds.” The next day, the Mallards will travel to Salisbury to play the Salisbury Christian Jaguars at 2 p.m. Worcester will wrap up regular-season competition with games against the Delmarva Christian Royals on Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 4 pm. in Berlin and the Salisbury School Dragons on Thursday, Feb. 9 at 5 p.m. in Salisbury. Worcester’s seniors will be honored after the match against Delmarva Christian. To finished the regular season 17-0, Dailey said “we’ve got to be tougher and out-work people and out-rebound other teams.”
Decatur defense on point in victory over SH Lady Seahawks play with intensity; press Eagles in first half, only allow 4 pts.
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 3, 2017) The Stephen Decatur girls’ basketball team’s defense was nearly impenetrable as the Lady Seahawks held the Snow Hill Eagles to 18 points on Tuesday night in Berlin, while scoring 42 in the victory. “I thought we played great on defense, especially to start the game with our press. We came out with so much intensity,” said Decatur Coach Kate Coates. “It kind of tapered off a
little bit at the end of the first quarter, but then I thought for the remaining three quarters we brought back the intensity. “In the second half we mainly just played half-court [defense] and I thought that was strong. Our shots weren’t really falling, so our defense was definitely key for us,” Coates added. Decatur led 12-4 at the end of the first quarter. The Seahawks tallied 14 points in the second quarter and held the Eagles scoreless to go into the halftime break with a 26-4 advantage. After three quarters, the Berlin squad was ahead 36-15. “I’m just proud – and I told the girls in the locker room – I’m just
proud no matter how physical a game gets or what kind of calls are being made, I feel like we continue to play with class and we just persevere through all of that and we try to stay as focused as we can,” Coates said. “I preach it all the time. I thought they did a nice job with that again. “Obviously, we can’t control the call the officials make and how the other team is playing – a lot of teams against us are super aggressive and sometimes it’s called and sometimes it’s not,” she continued. “We’ve just got to play how it’s being called, but I feel like we always play with class and I love that about our girls.” Junior Amya Mumford led Decatur with 18 points, five rebounds
and four blocks. Mumford was 10for-10 from the foul line. Senior captain Lexie VanKirk and freshman Sarah Engle scored six points each. VanKirk also had seven rebounds and two steals. Engle added four assists and two steals. Sophomore Grace Beres contributed with five points and four rebounds. Decatur improved to 14-0 in the Bayside Conference (16-1 overall) with the win over Snow Hill. The Seahawks will host the Mardela Warriors on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. Decatur’s seniors will be honored before Thursday’s home game against the Kent County Trojans at 4 p.m. See GIRLS Page 29
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Decatur indoor track teams place fifth in final meet
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 3, 2017) The Stephen Decatur boys’ and girls’ indoor track teams both finished in fifth place out of 16 schools participating in the final meet of the regular season, held last Wednesday at the Worcester County Recreation Center in Snow Hill. Jody Stigler “After the Bayside [Conference championship] meet [Jan. 18], we tried to focus more on individual events in this meet to improve some marks for our regional meet,” Decatur Coach Jody Stigler said. “With that being said, I was pretty pleased with the performance.” North Caroline earned first-place honors in the girls’ competition, scoring 112 points. James M. Bennett was second, recording 61 points, followed by Parkside (50), Kent Island (47) and Decatur (46) rounding out the top five schools. Decatur Lady Seahawks who scored points for the team by placing eighth or better in their individual events were: seniors Bethany Williams (high jump, second, 4 feet 8 inches), Jillian Mitrecic (pole vault, second, 8 feet), Claire Billings (500meter run, third, 1:27.17), Peyton Dunham (3,200-meter race, seventh, 15:07) and Brigitte Ardis (800-meter run, eighth, 2:55.61), and sophomores Adriana Serpe (55-meter hurdles, seventh, 10.08 seconds) and Dori Krasner (800-meter race, sixth, 2:51.11; 1,600-meter run, eighth, 6:14.60). Billings, Mitrecic, Williams and senior Jessica Wharton came in sixth in the 800-meter relay race (2:02.71). Billings, Dunham, Mitrecic and Williams crossed the finish line third overall in the 1,600-meter relay race (4:53.74). Ardis, Dunham, Krasner and junior Laila Mirza placed third in the 3,200-meter relay event (11:56.70). North Caroline won the boys’ competition, racking up 96 points. Finishing second through fifth were Cambridge (71), Wicomico (70.5), Parkside (58) and Decatur (52.5). Decatur athletes who scored points for the team by placing eighth or better in their individual events were: seniors Wyatt Davy (high jump, first (tie), 5 feet 8 inches), Avonte Purnell (55-meter dash, fourth, 7.17 seconds; 300-meter dash, fifth, 41.21 seconds), Alton Walker (500-meter run, fourth, 1:17.17), Javier Hernandez (3,200meter run, fifth, 11:20.80), Cameron James (800-meter run, second, 2:12.46), Zachary Cioccio (pole vault, fifth (tie), 8 feet 6 inches) and Patrick Miller (shot put, fifth, 36 feet 2 inches), junior Montrel Moore (300-
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(Above) Stephen Decatur sophomore Grace Beres successfully makes a layup on a breakaway down the court during Tuesday’s game against Snow Hill in Berlin. She scored five points in Decatur’s 42-18 win. (Right) Decatur sophomore Sophia Gordy battles for the ball.
meter dash, eighth, 41.76 seconds) and sophomores Victor Vick (55meter hurdles, eighth, 9.56 seconds) and Kevin Beck (1,600-meter run, fifth, 5:03.20). Purnell, Moore, sophomore Chad Fischer and senior Brody Shockley finished fifth in the 800-meter relay race (1:42.97). Decatur will compete in the 3A East Regional championship meet on Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 4 p.m. at the Baltimore Armory. “Prior to regional competition, we will be working hard to stay in shape and working on the technical aspects of each event, particularly field events,” Stigler said. “We will definitely have to be in top shape and have our best performance at the regional meet to be competitive. We are expecting very tough competition at the regional meet.” Stigler said the goal is to advance as many athletes to states as possible. The 3A state championship meet is slated to take place Tuesday, Feb. 21, at 4 p.m. at the Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex in Landover. “Indoor track is probably the hardest track sport to qualify for states in because the regions have more schools than in cross country or outdoor track,” Stigler said. “To be successful at regionals, I think we need to have our best performances and not beat ourselves psychologically. I think we have a good chance to qualify a few athletes for the state meet.”
Continued from Page 28 The Berlin squad will wrap up regular-season competition on the road the following week. Decatur will travel to Salisbury to play the Wicomico Indians on Tuesday, Feb. 14, and the Parkside Rams on Thursday, Feb. 16. Both matches are slated to start at 5:30 p.m. “I think we’re looking great. We re-
ally need to fine-tune things, especially as we head into playoffs because as we saw last year come playoffs, the teams we face are unlike any we see on this side of the bridge all year,” Coates said. “We’ve really got to keep pushing each other in practice, making sure that we’re still continuing to make ourselves better as we get prepared for playoffs.”
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SD girls’ swim squad earns wins over IR, DC Boys’ team tops Royals, but falls to Indians; Seahawks now preparing for regionals By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 3, 2017) The Stephen Decatur girls’ swim team earned victories over the Indian River Indians and the Delmarva Christian Royals during Tuesday’s tri-meet at Sussex Academy in Georgetown, Delaware. “The girls did great. There were lots of best times and improvements across the board,” said Decatur Lady Seahawks’ Coach Mary Malone. Decatur outscored Delmarva Christian 81-10 and Indian River 65-29. Lady Seahawks who took top honors in their individual events were junior Fallon Brown (100-yard
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Grunewald and seniors Dustin Berkey and Tucker Cordial finished in second place, but logged their best time of the season (3:46.89). Decatur’s last meet of the regular season was yesterday, Thursday, against Cape Henlopen. The Seahawks now have two weeks to prepare for the 3A-2A-1A East Regional meet, scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 18, at 3 p.m. at the Arundel Swim Center. “Following the meet on Thursday, we will be making our selections for regionals and will begin tailoring our practices to the events those swimmers will be competing in at regionals,” Deakyne said. “Between now and regionals we will be working on refining their swim,” Malone added. “Working on starts, turns and finishes. Small things can make a large difference at regionals and states.”
Decatur edges out Snow Hill, 57-55 Seahawks play hard, Coach Johnson says, but struggle offensively against Eagles
(Feb. 3, 2017) The Worcester County rivalry game between the Stephen Decatur and Snow Hill boys’ basketball teams did not disappoint as Tuesday’s competition was a battle until the end. The visiting Decatur Seahawks came out on top, 57-55, to remain undefeated in the Bayside Conference. “The kids played BJ Johnson hard, but personally, I think it was one of the worst games for us offensively,” said Decatur Coach BJ Johnson. “We had too many turnovers and their press bothered us and slowed us down. We just
weren’t on top of our game. We were fortunate to get out of there with a win.” In the packed Snow Hill gym, Decatur led 14-10 at the end of the first quarter. The Eagles went on a 14-3 run in the second quarter to tie the game 27-27 at halftime. The Seahawks pulled ahead in the third and at the end of the quarter, the Berlin squad held a 45-39 advantage. “We played good defense, but offensively, we could never get into a rhythm,” Johnson said. “We got to the basket, just our shots didn’t fall.” Junior captain Kevon Voyles led Decatur with 17 points. Senior captain Keve Aluma contributed with 13 points and 12 rebounds. Gary Briddell Jr., also a senior captain, chipped in with 12 points. “Both teams battled. You could tell it was a rivalry game,” Johnson said. “Neither team wanted to lose. Every-
body’s giving us their best shot. They all want to knock off No. 1.” Decatur (13-0, 17-1 overall) secured the top spot in the Bayside South Conference with the victory. “That was one of our goals and we accomplished it, but our ultimate goal is to win the state championship,” Johnson said. “We’ve just got to keep plugging.” The top Bayside South and North teams will go head-to-head on Thursday, Feb. 9. Decatur will travel to Worton, Maryland to face the Kent County Trojans at 5:30 p.m. The two squads will have the opportunity to battle each other before they meet again in the Bayside championship game, slated for Wednesday, Feb. 22, at 7 p.m. in Cambridge. “There’s always room for improvement,” Johnson said. “We just need to take one game at a time and get better with each game.”
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The Decatur boys’ team won 76-17 over Delmarva Christian, but fell to Indian River, 57-37. “This was an exciting meet against a talented Indian River team, and although we lost, we did post some of our best times of the season,” said Decatur boys’ team Coach Steve Deakyne. “Our team is looking stronger.” Only two Decatur swimmers recorded Steve Deakyne first-place finishes. Sophomore Chase Deickman won the 100-yard freestyle (54.43 seconds) and junior Kevin Williams touched the wall first in the 100-yard breaststroke (1:10.41). The 400-yard freestyle relay team of Deickman, freshman Hunter
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SD wrestling team comes from behind to win Seahawks trail Buccaneers early, but battle back and score 51-30 victory, Wed. By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 3 2017) After trailing early, the Stephen Decatur wrestling team fought back to win 51-30 over the Kent Island Buccaneers on Wednesday in Stevensville to boost its record to 12-1. “It’s good getting a win. I’m happy with the win, but we lost five matches [by pin] and gave up 30 points. That’s
not good,” Decatur Coach Todd Martinek said. “We talked about it at practice, about not getting pinned. Luckily, we got some pins.” The meet started off with the 145-pound weight class match, which Kent Island won by pin. Decatur Todd Martinek sophomore Lukas Layton then outscored his 152-pound opponent, 9-4. “I was impressed with Lukas Layton. He looked good,” Martinek said.
“[Kent Island’s Nick Leisenring] was a good wrestler…I feel like Lukas is wrestling to his potential.” Kent Island earned pins in the next three matches – 160, 170 and 182 pounds – to take a 24-3 lead. Decatur junior captain Caleb Bourne (195) and seniors Jian Joobeen (220) and Ean Spencer (285) pinned their opponents then Kent Island forfeited the 106-pound match to freshman Austin Miller and the visiting Berlin squad pulled ahead 27-24. Decatur senior captain Robert Kaminski pinned his 113-pound com-
petition followed by Kent Island forfeiting the 120-pound bout to junior Cade Solito. Senior captain Josh Lawson scored a pin in his 126-pound match to increase Decatur’s advantage to 45-24. Kent Island logged a pin at 132 pounds. Senior Andy McKahan finished the meet with a pin for Decatur at 138 pounds. It was his 137th career victory. McKahan is two wins away from tying the school record held by Danny Miller (2005-2009). “It’s nice to beat them,” Martinek See FINAL Page 32
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Worcester pulls out 59-56 win over Gunston As game progressed, boys played better and got more comfortable, Geiger says By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 3, 2017) The Worcester Prep boys’ basketball team felt the effects of not playing for two weeks Tuesday night, but the Mallards prevailed, edging out the Gunston Day Herons, 59-56, in Centreville. Worcester Prep students were off last week for winter break and the week before they had semester exams. The Mallards had practice the day before their match-up with Gunston. “We hadn’t played in so long and we only had one practice in two weeks. Plus, it’s a two-hour bus ride and we left at 1 p.m. for a 6 p.m. start,” said Prep Coach Keith Geiger. “There was a lot of waiting around.” Worcester’s girls’ team played at 4:30 p.m., so they rode the bus together, but there was also another game before that. “With all that, it was tough to start playing,” Geiger said. “As the game progressed, we played better and got more comfortable. Once everyone got into a rhythm, shots started to fall.” Gunston led 11-5 at the end of the first quarter. Worcester cut down the
lead in the second quarter, but trailed 23-22 at halftime. The Prep squad outscored Gunston in the third quarter to pull ahead 39-37. The visiting Mallards tacked on 20 points in the final quarter to secure the victory. “We had a lot of good looks in the first quarter, we just weren’t making our shots,” Geiger said. “Once we got going on offense we did well. We could have extended our lead if Keith Geiger we shot better from the foul line.” The Mallards were 12-for-20 from the free-throw line. Junior Brendan Miller led Worcester with 17 points and seven rebounds. “He’s hard to deal with down low,” Geiger said of Miller. “He’s tough to handle, he uses the pump fake and he has good footwork. I was really pleased with him.” Junior Tucker Brown chipped in with 11 points. Sophomore Colin Miller contributed 10 points, seven rebounds and four assists. Senior captain Patrick Petrera scored nine. “We had good contributions from the bench,” Geiger said. “It was the first game all year we had all 12 play-
ers. It’s nice to have everyone back and healthy.” Worcester has three regular-season games remaining, all against Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference opponents. The Mallards will go to Salisbury on Saturday to play the Salisbury Christian Jaguars at 3:30 p.m. They will host the Delmarva Christian Royals on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. Worcester’s senior players will be recognized before the game. The Berlin squad’s final competition of the regular sea-
son is on Thursday, Feb. 9, against the Salisbury School Dragons in Salisbury at 6:30 p.m. “It’s going to be a tough week, for sure,” Geiger said. Worcester is currently in first place in the ESIAC standings. If the Mallards remain on top they will have the No. 1 seed and home-court advantage for the ESIAC tournament. “We need to play hard defense, not turn the ball over and take good, high-percentage shots,” he said.
Final regular-season meet for Decatur against Bennett Continued from Page 31 said. “We lost to North Caroline [in the first meet of the season] and Kent Island just beat North Caroline. We beat Kent Island pretty handily. I think some people think we’re the team to beat in the [Bayside] Conference.” The Bayside Conference championship meet is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 17 and Saturday, Feb.18 in Cambridge. “I would say we have a chance [to win],” Martinek said. Decatur’s final meet of the regular
season is today, Friday, against the James M. Bennett Clippers at 5 p.m. in Salisbury. “They have some good kids,” Martinek said. “Bennett always has athletes. We just need to out-wrestle their athletes and not get pinned.” Martinek said he will know this Saturday if the Seahawks will compete in the 4A-3A South Regional Dual competition, slated for Wednesday, Feb. 8, in Huntingtown. “We’re in a good spot to make duals,” he said.
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Inside Going Out Taylor Sloan t’s that time of year where America is anxiously awaiting the last Sunday football game of the season, also known as the Super Bowl, airing on Fox at 6:30 p.m. This year it will be played at the NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, featuring the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons. I watch the Super Bowl for two reasons: one, because I enjoy the commercials, and two, because of halftime. I can’t wait to see Lady Gaga’s performance. Although, this year I’ll probably be running in and out of a few of the bars listed below to take photos of those watching the game. Before the tailgate parties on Sunday, the Downtown Association of Ocean City will host its annual Granville Trimper pancake breakfast at the Ocean View Grill on the Boardwalk at 16th Street, from 8 a.m. to noon. Enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes with sausage and soda, coffee or tea for $8. Children 6-9 years old dine for $5, and 5 and under eat free. For more information, visit www.downtownassociation.net. BJ’s on the Water, 75th Street, will host a “Super Tailgate Party,” Sunday, Feb. 5, starting at 2 p.m. Live entertainment will be provided by Teenage Rust and the Fabulous Rustettes. Drink specials include $2 Coors Light, Miller Lite and Bud Light cans and $5 Cranberry Crushes and Georgia Peach martinis. Food specials include a pork burrito served with black beans and rice, $9.99; the vortex – two grilled cheese sandwiches stuffed with an eight-ounce burger, two fried eggs and bacon, with a side of home fries, $13.99; New England clam chowder, $5.99 and fish and chips served with Old Bay waffle chips, $7.99. Don’t miss live entertainment happening Friday, Feb. 3. Hear Thin Ice playing at 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, catch Over Time at 9 p.m. To view all of BJ’s specials visit, www.bjsonthewater.com. Bourbon Street on the Beach, 116th Street, has happy hour every day from 4-7 p.m. which includes $2 Natural Light, $2.50 drafts, $3.50 See INSIDE Page 34
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Ten teams of two or three students were given the task of developing a solution to a real-world problem by designing and creating a product for their senior capstone project at Worcester Technical High School. They presented their projects on Tuesday morning.
Seniors present capstone projects Worcester Technical High School pre-engineering students introduce ideas
By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) A toothbrush with dental floss attached, porta-potty covers and an apparatus to clean wine glasses efficiently were just some of the 10 capstone projects presented to six industry and community partners on Tuesday morning by senior preengineering students at Worcester Technical High School in Newark. “The biggest achievement obstacle in our classrooms is making classroom work embody substantive intellectual engagement based on genuine connections between the material students discover in class and its relation to the real world,” said Valerie Zienty, a preengineering teacher at Worcester Technical High School. “Having a capstone course helps my students prepare for future college classes and teaches them how to develop partnerships and relationships with professionals.” Ten teams of two or three students were given the task of developing a solution to a real-world problem by designing and creating a product. After identifying the problem, teams administered surveys to determine a need and researched other products already on the market that are similar. While keeping their target market in mind, students then began devel-
oping and creating their products by using a design concept before testing the finished projects’ reliability. “I thought that presentations went great,” Zienty said. “My students were well prepared and had powerful presentations. “Of course, as an educator, I always see little things I would’ve liked them to improve, but after hearing positive feedback from the panel of judges, I was very proud of my ‘allgrown-up’ kids,” she added. The following were projects introduced: Nagty Gavin Harrigan and Parker Williams presented an alerting device to help track global positioning systems (GPS) that may become lost or accidentally dropped in the field. The product was inspired by foresters who are constantly climbing hills and trees to perform their jobs. Harrigan and Williams presented Nagty in a number of sizes. It consists of a battery, adjustable pressure-sensitive light switch, noise maker and strap. Hygenius Alison Snead, Allie Burton and Elizabeth Janson created Hygenius, a toothbrush with dental floss dispensed out of the bottom. Hygenius was created because gingivitis affects 50 percent of Americans, yet is preventable by flossing daily. Also, people claim they are more likely to floss if it’s attached to their toothbrush. The product is designed to hold 50
yards of floss, which should take about three months to use and is also when dentists recommend replacing toothbrushes. MUC Toolbox While researching for a problem, Ryan Sauer, Holly Adelhardt and Jacob Eash noticed mechanics were constantly having the same work-related injuries when getting up to get a different tool, which is when the concept for MUC Toolbox came to fruition. They designed a flat tray on wheels with different compartments that can easily be stored when not in use and holds up to 200 pounds. Cupperware Tyler Birch, Alec Beckelman and John Revel noticed many drivers had issues with the interior of their vehicles and the most common complaint was inadequate cup holders. To eliminate drinks being spilled because the cup holder is not the right size, students created two connecting parts with a drain, which allows for excess liquid to be dumped out later on. The waterproof contraption was able to hold mugs, a coffee cup and Gatorade bottles efficiently without blocking the second cup holder. El Cleano Vino After finding out dirty glassware was the top restaurant turnoff, Megan McConnell, Ethan Call and Garrett Tinus decided to create the El Cleano Vino, which has adjustable electronic See CAPSTONE Page 34
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rail drinks, $5 house wine and margaritas and $6 hurricanes and crushes. Food specials include $1 oysters, $8 char grilled oysters, $9 wings and $8 half-pound burgers. Bourbon Street has live entertainment every weekend. Friday Feb. 3, hear Kevin Pool, 7-11 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, catch Rob Fahey, 7-11 p.m. To view the New Orleans-style cuisine menu, visit www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com. Captain’s Table, 15th Street, is open daily for breakfast and dinner. Monday through Saturday breakfast is served 7-11:30 a.m. Sunday breakfast is offered 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., with lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday indulge in $3 Bloody Mary’s and mimosas. Dinner and lite fare starts at 5 p.m. daily. Happy hour is 5-7 p.m. daily. Drink specials include $1.50 Miller Lite drafts, $1 off house glass wine and premium rail cocktails. Enjoy music by Phil Perdue on the piano this Friday and Saturday, 5:309:30 p.m. To make reservations, call 410289-7192. Clarion, 101st Street, offers several dining and nightlife options. At Horizon’s Oceanfront Restaurant receive 50 percent off dinner menu entrées, 5-8 p.m. Sunday,
Wednesday and Thursday, and 30 percent off from 5-7 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Saturday, enjoy a breakfast buffet from 7-10:30 a.m. The cost is $11.95 for adults, $8.95 for children ages 4-12, and 3 and younger are free. Sunday, indulge in a deluxe breakfast buffet from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost is $14.95 for adults and $9.95 for children. Breakers Pub offers happy hour daily from 4-7 p.m. Drink specials include $2.30 select drafts, $2.90 domestic beers, rail drinks and house wines and $3.85 margaritas. Hear the Michael Clark Band at 9:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3 and Saturday, Feb. 4. Watch the game at the bar, Feb. 5, with happy hour drink prices offered. For more, call 410-524-3535. Coins Restaurant and Pub, 28th Street, will offer food and drink specials during the Super Bowl, as well as half-priced dinner entrées. Food specials include an NFL dog with chopped onions, $2; polish sausage with Ray’s “works” relish, $3; NFL sliders with onions and pickles and oyster sliders with coleslaw, $2 each; football skins – American or Mexican style, and pepperoni pizza fries, $5; an oyster basket (three fried oysters) and fries or a See INSIDE Page 35
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Capstone projects discussed Continued from Page 33 spinners resembling pipe cleaners. All three students have worked in the restaurant industry and noted cleaning wine glasses during the dinner rush can be time consuming. Benchfort Wyatt Davy, Emma Leo and Ian Waggoner created Benchfort to eliminate wet and cold public benches. Hollow tubes were used to make the bench and a retractable canvas cover protects it from the elements. Codex Cradle Erin Mowbray, Andrew Hoffman and Egor Reznikov noticed a couple problems with textbooks taking up too much space or closing when trying to do homework. They created a stand for angled reading with a wooden base and rotatable clamps that attach to the pages. Codex Cradle is also collapsible, portable and compact. Double-Take While playing sports and drinking multiple liquids each day, Natalie Turner, Noah Shockley and Lindsay Kremer realized the need for a water bottle that can hold two different fluids at the same time.
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draft beer and rail drinks, $4 house wine and $5 orange crushes. To hear more, call 302-436-FOXS. Harborside Bar and Grill, South Harbor Road West Ocean City, offers NFL game specials including $2 16ounce Miller Lite, Coors Light and Yuengling drafts and rail beverages. Food specials include wings/half pound of shrimp, $5.99; two dozen steamed clams, $12.99; and mussels, $7.99. Friday, Feb. 3, Billy T will spin at 4 p.m. Ladies can enjoy drink specials starting at 7 p.m. including $2 16ounce Coors Light and Miller Lite drafts, $3 shooters, $4 glass of wine and $5.50 orange crushes in the bar and pub area. Saturday, enjoy Side Project jamming 2-6 p.m., followed by DJ Jeremy at 9 p.m. Sunday, don’t miss Opposite Directions starting at
2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, hangout with DJ Jeremy while he hosts karaoke at 10 p.m. For more, visit www.weocharborside.com. Stop by Harpoon Hanna’s in Fenwick Island, Delaware, off Route 54, and try its exclusive house beer, RAR Deep Brew Pale Ale, a medium bodied pale ale with refreshing citrus notes, a slightly malty sweetness and a balanced hop finish (5.5 percent ABV). Happy hour is Monday through Friday, 3-7 p.m. Drink specials include $1.75 Coors Light and Miller Lite drafts, $2.75 Coors Light and Miller Lite bottles, $3 rail drinks, $3.75 house wines, $4 call drinks and $5.50 crushes. Food specials include $6 steamed shrimp, wings, mini burgers, boom
boom shrimp, chicken fingers, chicken salad sliders and mozzarella sticks. Dave Hawkins will play from 5-9 p.m. Friday, and catch Dave Sherman, 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Feb.4. Thursday, Feb. 9, listen to Kevin Poole, 6-10 p.m. Harpoon Hanna’s offers food specials during team trivia every Tuesday night. The fun starts at 7 p.m. Appetizers include $6.99 wings (buffalo, garlic buffalo, old bay and honey BBQ) and a half pound of steamed shrimp, shrimp springs rolls and jerk chicken. Enjoy fried mozzarella sticks for $5.99. Specialty sandwiches include $5.99 chicken salad sliders, $6.99 cheeseburger sliders, $7.99 shrimp salad sliders and pubhouse fish tacos, and $9.99 crabby sliders. See INSIDE Page 40
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Array of activities offered by OCRP
By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) While cold weather may put a damper on outdoor activities, the Ocean City Recreation and Parks Department offers a wealth of indoor options to help shake the winter doldrums. Recreation Superintendent Kate Gaddis said Northside Park, located on 125th Street, bayside, has been a virtual beehive of activity lately. “Forget the idea that there’s nothing going on in the winter in Ocean City,” she said. “There is a lot going on and we are [operating] seven days a week probably until 11 at night. The building is filled with all kinds of people.” Gaddis said the lengthy list of activities includes basketball, indoor soccer, lacrosse, floor hockey, volleyball, pickleball, in addition to line dancing, yoga and aerobics. While some of these options are ongoing leagues, which required previous registration, Gaddis said there are other offerings provided on a drop-in basis. “The leagues are something that you do have to sign up for and they are all well underway, but we do have a lot of drop-in programs,” she said. “If people were just in town for a week, or if they didn’t catch them earlier, they could just stop in and take those classes.” Included among the drop-in options Gaddis highlighted are lacrosse on Mondays from 8:15-10 p.m., soccer on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-4 p.m., pickleball on Tuesdays from 1-4 p.m. and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., soccer on Tuesdays from 1-4 p.m., floor hockey on Wednesdays from 8:15-10 p.m., as well as something four-legged family members might enjoy. “Even dog obedience, you can pay a drop-in fee and just come one time, or multiple times, but you don’t have
to sign up for the whole session,” she said. The next round of dog obedience classes kick off on Tuesday, Feb. 7 with beginner courses at 7 p.m. and advanced instruction starting at 8:15 p.m. Although there is a minimal fee associated with most drop-in activities, Gaddis said there is one class offered at no cost Monday through Wednesday. “You can come up here and line dance three days a week…this is a free class,” she said. “There are advanced classes at 10 and beginner classes at 11.” While most of the winter league options have already commenced, Gaddis said there is a Tuesday night adult co-ed volleyball league that will begin in late February. The cost is $300 per six-person team. “If you’re an individual who wanted to be on a team you could give us a call and we will do our best to hook you up with a team,” she said. Perhaps the most popular activity at Northside Park is also one of the most recent additions. “We started taping down lines for pickleball courts a year ago this fall,” she said. “Last winter we redid our gym floor and because we had so much popularity in the fall with the taped lines we decided to put permanent lines down on our gym floor.” At this point, Gaddis said the facility on 125th Street has six indoor courts dedicated for pickleball action. “We used to just run pickleball on Thursdays, but it got so popular that we started running it on Tuesdays as well,” she said. “Right now, honestly it is bursting at the seams, so we’ll be looking to continue to expand that program.” Last spring recreation and parks held its first pickleball tournament, which Gaddis said sold out with approximately 40 teams signed up.
“We’ll be running that tournament again this spring, as well as trying to add a tournament for the fall,” she said. Although there are more experienced players, Gaddis stressed all levels are welcome, including beginners. “The people that come are doing an excellent job of teaching people how to play the game,” she said. “You can learn how to play the game very fast and because it’s indoor it’s not weather prohibitive.” There is even equipment available for anyone curious to see if pickleball is up their alley. “You can drop in and we even have paddles you can borrow before you go out and make any investment,” she said. Adults can also celebrate Valentine’s Day with dinner and dancing. “We also have our big event of the year coming up for our older adults and that’s our Valentine’s dinner dance,” she said. “That will actually happen on Valentine Day.” Gaddis said those interested can register for the dinner dance at the Northside Park office. The event is being held at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street, from 5-9 p.m on Tuesday, Feb. 14. “There’s a lot going on and we encourage people to stop in and we’ll tell them about everything,” she said. “The staff does a great job of putting together a real diverse schedule and hopefully there’s something in there for everybody.” At the same time, Gaddis said if people have interests not covered, her department is always open to suggestions. “We want to stay current,” she said. “We’re constantly evolving, changing and trying new things.” For more information, visit oceancitymd.gov and choose recreation and parks under the departments tab, or call 410-250-0125.
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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) Ocean Pines resident Mary Ann Alston will participate in her third judging assignment at the 141st annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York City, Feb. 13-14. “It is truly an honor to be invited to judge the Westminster Dog Show,” Alston said. “Judges are chosen for their knowledge in the respective breeds. I have judged there twice before in 1999 and 2006. Both times I judged sporting breeds. In 1999, I judged the finals in the junior showmanship competition.” On Monday, Feb. 13, Alston will be judging some of the hound breeds and a preliminary junior showmanship class with 22 participants. “Out of 22, I must choose two participants who will go on to the finals,” Alston said. “There are four preliminary classes with two being judged on Monday and the other two on Tuesday. I will also be judging one of the preliminary classes on Tuesday.” Eight junior showmanship participants will compete in the final with the top four being awarded scholarships, according to their placements. “Junior showmanship is really important because we are trying to bring up kids who will stay interested in the sport for years to come,” Alston said. “Kids come from all over the country and they had to qualify to be invited to the show.” On Tuesday, Feb. 14, Alston will judge five sporting breeds with 27 champions taking part in the English springer spaniel competition. “The judging for each individual breed is completed during the day and then breeds compete in their respective group in the evening,” Alston said. “The judge for each group must decide which dog represents its breed the best. The group judge makes four placements and the winner of each group goes on to compete for the ultimate prize, which is Best in Show, taking place on Tuesday evening around 10:30 p.m.” Alston is licensed to judge the sporting, hound, working and Best in Show groups and exhibited her first dog as a teenager during the 1950s. “My father was presenting a gun dog exhibition at a local show in northern New Jersey and I showed my boxer,” Alston said. “The first dog I showed to its championship was my English setter in the early 60’s. I loved the competition and the bond you form with your dog.” After marrying her husband in 1970, the Alston’s moved to Pasadena, Maryland, and bought a kennel. “My husband had much more experience in showing dogs and he wanted to start a handling and boarding business, which we did,” Alston said. “We were very successful show-
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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) Wicomico County resident Lea Herrick debuted her new book, “Ace, King of My Heart: An Assateague Pony’s Tale of Strength and Survival,” at the end of September. The story follows “Ace,” a fictional Assateague Island foal, as he grows up, while concurrently teaching the reader life lessons on perseverance, optimism and hope in addition to the importance of protecting natural habitats and ecosystems. “It follows the little foal’s behavior and how it evolves as he grows,” Herrick said. “I learned a lot about the history of the island and discovered so much I did not know about habitats, plants, ecosystems and the management of horses on the Maryland side. It is quite interesting
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Reed and Andrea Ingersoll, of Salisbury, visit Skye Bar, 66th Street, Saturday afternoon.
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Star Charities Secretary Sue Walter, left, and Treasurer Mary Evans, have fun during the Beef and Beer fundraiser at the Ocean Pines Community Center, in support of wounded soldiers, Jan. 27.
Liesel Hoffmann, left, poses for a photo with her son, Ronald, both of Ocean Pines, and MaryBeth Tkach, of Delaware, while in line to enjoy Em-ings food during the Star Charities Beef and Beer benefit for wounded soldiers in Maryland, Jan. 27, at the Ocean Pines community center.
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Snow Hill Girl Scouts, from left, Paige Etnoyer, Natalie Steriling and Emily Riwniak, join Anna Foultz, the oldest living girl scout in the country, during the Star Charities Beef and Beer benefit to support wounded soldiers in Maryland, Jan. 27.
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Gayle Hanle, left, and Jan Rooney, of Paws and Claws in West Ocean City, participate in the Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation fundraiser at Whisker’s Bar in Grill in Ocean Pines on Jan. 28, with contributions going toward the organization's mission to provide hospital and respite housing services to critically ill children.
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Mike Carbone and his wife, Holly, right, of Ocean Pines, are joined by Penny Wheeler of Fenwick, Delaware, during the 70’s and 80’s karaoke dance party to benefit Believe in Tomorrow’s Children’s Foundation at Whisker’s Bar and Grill in Ocean Pines, Jan. 28.
Rob and Nina Hutchinson, of Ocean Pines, attend the 70’s and 80’s karaoke party at Whisker’s Bar and Grill in Ocean Pines, to benefit Believe in Tomorrow’s Children’s Foundation, Saturday, Jan. 28.
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Portion of book sales will benefit island activities Continued from Page 37 concept to Herrick to teach children about the behavior, family structure and society of wild horses on the island. “I learned a tremendous amount,” Herrick said. “I love Assateague and it’s such a treasure. There was a lot going on with offshore drilling when I was writing and it made me heart sick to think if there was a spill, it could really effect the island.” In the beginning of the book, Herrick talks about how Native Americans originally inhabited the area and introduces the seventh generation principle. “We must consider, in every decision we make how it effects the next seven generations,” Herrick said. “Are we living in balance and harmony with all creatures on the island?” Herrick wants readers to think about the environment and to take something positive away from the story. At the end of the book, there are educational exercises to get people walking on three trails at Assateague, looking for wildlife and plants on the marsh, near the dunes and forest. Children also have the option to sketch their own drawings and journal their thoughts about Assateague. “It gets people out, walking in nature and being creative,” Herrick said. “Everyone is focused on technology and I don’t see many children out doing things. There is space on the pages to write down what they see and an area to sketch their favorite animals and plants.” Although the book is geared toward elementary and middle school-aged children, Herrick said adults will also enjoy learning about Assateague and the animals inhabiting the island. “Take the book with you. It is a great way to be outside and soak up the beauty,” Herrick said. “Experience the island and get a full vision of what we have here.” Herrick hopes people will appreciate learning about Assateague and want to protect its beauty for generations to come. “I love the beach and I wanted to document this as a moment in time because things could change in an instant,” Herrick said. “This book came from the heart
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and it is something I needed to do. I think we are blessed to have this right in our backyard. If students and teachers read about this, it will be here forever.” On the back cover, Herrick mentions former President Lyndon B. Johnson and the bill he signed in 1965, which created Assateague Island National Seashore. “We owe him a debt of gratitude and we must also thank all the rangers who do so much to keep Assateague beautiful,” Herrick said. “A lot of people have really helped put this project together and I am appreciative of everyone’s efforts.” On Dec. 12, “Ace, King of My Heart: An Assateague Pony’s Tale of Strength and Survival” won a silver medal from the Mom’s Choice Awards. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the book will go back to the Assateague Island National Seashore for educational, scientific and interpretive activities. The 89-page book is available at the Assateague Island National Seashore Visitor Center gift shop, on Amazon.com and barnesandnoble.com for $9.99. There is also a Kindle version available on Amazon.com for $7.99. On the Kindle version, there is a feature where people can swipe to an automatic link and foster a horse on the island through the Assateague Island Alliance, the Friends Group of the Assateague Island National Seashore. “The proceeds from the foster horse program remain at Assateague Island as the Alliance is the Friends Group of the Assateague Island National Seashore,” Herrick said. “The Alliance fosters educational, scientific and interpretive activities specifically for Assateague Island National Seashore. Those proceeds also help to protect and manage the island’s wild horses.”
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NOW PLAYING BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street and the bay, Ocean City 410-524-7575 www.bjsonthewater.com Feb. 3: Thin Ice, 9 p.m. Feb. 4: Over Time, 9 p.m. Feb. 5: Teenage Rust & the Fabulous Rustettes, 2 p.m. Feb. 8: Tor & Coastal Storm, Disco Party, 5 p.m. BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH 116th Street, behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium, Ocean City 443-664-2896 www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com Feb. 3: Kevin Poole, 7-11 p.m. Feb. 4: Rob Fahey, 7-11 p.m. Feb. 8: Open Mic, 8-11 p.m. Feb. 9: Chris Button & Dave Sherman, 7-10 p.m. CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th St. & Baltimore Ave. Ocean City 410-289-7192 www.captainstableoc.com
Every Friday & Saturday: Phil Perdue, 5:30 p.m. CASINO AT OCEAN DOWNS 10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin 410-641-0600 www.oceandowns.com Feb. 4: Kevin Poole Duo, 4:30-8:30 p.m.; Tear the Roof Off, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. DUFFY’S TAVERN 130th Street in the Montego Bay Shopping Center 410-250-1449 www.duffysoc.com Every Friday: Bob Hughes, 5-9 p.m. FAGER’S ISLAND 60th Street and the bay, Ocean City 410-524-5500 www.fagers.com Feb. 3: DJ Hook, 9 p.m. Feb. 4: Animal House, 8 p.m.; DJ RobCee, 9 p.m. HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 S. Harbor Road
West Ocean City 410-213-1846 www.ocharborside.com Feb. 3: DJ Billy T, 4 p.m. Feb. 4: Simple Truth/Side Project, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 8 p.m. Feb. 5: Opposite Directions, 2-6 p.m. Feb. 8: Karaoke w/DJ Jeremy Feb. 9: Opposite Directions, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. HARPOON HANNA’S Route 54 and the bay Fenwick Island, Del. 800-227-0525 302-539-3095 www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com Feb. 9: Kevin Poole, 6-10 p.m. MUMFORD’S LANDING OCEAN PINES
OCEAN CLUB NIGHTCLUB In the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel 101st Street and the ocean Ocean City 410-524-3535/www.clarionoc.com Feb. 3-4: Michael Clark Band SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE 66th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410-723-6762 www.skyebaroc.com Feb. 4: Monkee Paw, 4-8 p.m. TOUCH OF ITALY 67th Street and Coastal Highway, in the Holiday Inn Oceanfront Ocean City 302-703-3090 Every Tuesday: Piano Bar w/Bryan Russo, 9 p.m. WHISKER’S BAR & GRILL
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11070 Cathell Road, Suite 17 Pines Plaza, Ocean Pines 443-365-2576 www.whiskersbar.com Feb. 3: Karaoke w/Donnie Berkey
Friday, buy-one-get-one-free dessert on Saturday, and half-price entrées on Sunday. Enjoy weekend brunch at Ropewalk, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. To hear more, call 410524-1009. Seacrets, 49th Street, will host a “Prohibition is Over Party” for its reopening on Feb. 9 at 4 p.m. Enjoy happy hour specials including halfprice jerk chicken, Jamaican fries and onion rings, and $5 off wings/raw bar prices, 4-7 p.m. Don’t miss happy hour drink prices including $2.50 Natural Lights, $3 domestic can beers, $4 Seacrets TropicAle and import beers, $4.50 craft drafts and $5 Seacret spirits (Bourbon whiskey and light-whiskey excluded). Half-price entrées will start at 5 p.m. Also, customers will a chance to win a 2017 V.I.P. “gold card.” For more, visit www.seacrets.com. Skye Bar, 66th Street, will host a super big party during the game on Sunday, Feb. 5, with prizes and giveaways during the game. Don’t miss the chance to win a trip to Vegas and a trip to Atlantic City. Happy hour food and drink specials will be available. Food specials include $5 spicy queso dip; $6 pizza fries, chicken tacos, a quarter-pound hot dog, or fried pickle spears; try chicken tempura bites, cheesesteak nachos or rib eye tacos, $9; naked wings, $10; fish tacos, $12; crab nachos, $14; and lobster $15. Drink specials include $1 off draft beers, $3.50 rails, $4 house wines and $5 orange crushes. Saturday, Feb. 4 hear Monkee Paw play from 4-8 p.m. To hear more specials, call 410-723-6762.
Taylor’s Neighborhood Restaurant, located in Ocean Pines, will offer a tailgate party for $20 to raise funds for Believe in Tomorrow. The ticket price includes two drinks from the bar, two buffets – one at 5:30 p.m. consisting of appetizers and another at halftime with dinner items including prime rib and salmon. Also, take part in a silent auction and 50/50 raffle. To purchase tickets, call 410-2084260. Whisker’s Bar and Grill, located in the Ocean Pines Plaza, has karaoke with DJ Donnie Berkey at 9 p.m., Friday, Feb. 3. Happy hour drink prices will be available throughout the Super Bowl and include $1.50 Natural Light, $2 rail drinks and $3 calls. Whisker’s will also hold two raffles during the game for Believe in Tomorrow. The first raffle is a barrel of booze. The cost is $5 per ticket to win a barrel full of different liquor. The second is a chance to win a 48-inch flat screen TV. Tickets cost $10 each. Whisker’s offers food specials weekly including half-price burgers with purchase of beverage on Monday. Get fried chicken or meatloaf with mashed potatoes and vegetables on Tuesday for $9.99. Wednesday, have a half-price hot dog with purchase of beverage. Thursday, try a chicken sandwich for $5.99 all day and night. Friday, enjoy an assortment of seafood specials. If you have an event coming up you would like me to highlight in Inside Going Out, please send me an email at Taylor@OceanCityToday.net. Don’t forget you can also check out this column online at www.oceancitytoday.net.
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Harpoon Hanna’s football drink specials include $2.25 Miller Lite and Coors Light drafts, $2.50 Yuengling drafts, $3 rails and $3.50 call drinks. Food specials include $6.99 steamed shrimp, burgers, cheese pizza, fish tacos and wings. For all things happening at Harpoon Hanna’s, visit www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com. Hooters, West Ocean City - Route 50 and Keyser Point Road, will offer game-day carryout package deals, Sunday, Feb. 5. The “incomplete pass” special includes 50 wings, one pound of steamed shrimp and a dozen sliders, $90. The “touchdown,” features 50 wings, 20 buffalo shrimp, choice of dip and a dozen sliders for $85. An “on side kick” special includes 50 wings, 20 buffalo shrimp and one pound of steamed shrimp, $75. The “twopoint conversion” consists of 50 wings and 20 buffalo shrimp, $60. Come to Hooters for happy hour, 3-6 p.m. daily and enjoy $2.25 Natural Lights, $2.50 pickle shots, $2.75 domestic drafts, $3 domestic bottles, $3.50 well beverages and Fireball shots, $4 wine, $4.50 call drinks, $5.50 Twisted Tea, $6 top shelf liquor, crushes and bombs. For more from Hooters, call 410213-1841. KY West, 54th Street, offers fine dining and casual fare, open daily at 4 p.m. Take advantage of a two-for-$25 and two-for-$45 dinner menu. The kitchen is open until 10 p.m. To make a reservation, call 443-664-2836. Happy hour is 4-7 p.m. daily. Food specials include $8 steamed shrimp and wings, $9 calamari and $10
burgers with hand-cut fries. Drink specials include $3 domestic bottles and Miller Lite drafts, $4 rail drinks and $5 house wine. Sunday, Feb. 5., watch the Super Bowl and enjoy delicious food specials. For $20, get a pitcher of Miller Lite and a dozen wings or a pitcher of Miller Lite and one pound of steamed shrimp. Get a burger, pulled pork or bratwurst with toppings all served with hand-cut fries for $10 each. To view the menu, visit www.kywestoceancity.com. Longboard Café, 67th Street, will offer half-price wings all day on Super Bowl Sunday. Wing flavors include the bonzai, an award-winning Asian style sauce; addiction, a sweet hot secret sauce; buffalo, a mild hot sauce and butter; and Old Bay seasoning rub with butter. Pizza Tugos, Route 50 in West Ocean City, has happy hour Monday through Friday, 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include $1.75 Miller Lite and Yuengling drafts, $2.99 craft beer drafts and $1.99 rail drinks. Get $1 cheese pizza slices during happy hour. NFL specials include AUCE wings and pizza for $10.99 and $2 drafts. Order your pizza online at www.pizzatugos.com. Ropewalk, 82nd Street, is open Wednesday through Sunday. Happy hour is available all day and all night. Drink specials include $2 off drafts as well as $2.50 select domestics, $4 Slushies, wines and rails and $5.50 crushes. Food specials include half-priced wing and bada bada bing shrimp. Nightly dinner specials include half-price steam pots on Wednesday, crab cake on Thursday, prime rib on
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Bolognese sauce sure to be ‘crowd pleaser’
By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) Should serenity and contentment take precedence over our insatiable appetite for education and the pursuit of gastronomic wonders? Food for thought must be considered the quintessential ingredient in mastering culinary potential if excellence is going to be achieved. Answers reflect one’s personal beliefs and distinguish the differences from within. Variation ignores the boundaries of prejudice and seasons the essence of individuality. Daily intentions must incorporate detailed purpose if unmitigated attainment equates understanding. Beneath the surface of continuation lies a never-ending garden of sizzling possibilities that beg for the glorious harvesting of refreshing inspiration. My schedule of diurnal obligations keeps me from feasting on the bounties far beyond the grasp of wishful thinking. Across the endless ocean lies a country that boasts of its steadfast traditions and rich resources. My determined footsteps may never reach the sandy shores of Italy, but I can learn to trace the passageway to the treasures of the famous Italian heritage. Bolognese sauce, the lavish, longcooked sauce named for the northern Italian city (Bologna) from which it hails, manifests the rewards of a lush, deeply savory version of an Italian ragu. My mind can think of nothing else; ground beef, ground pork, pancetta and chicken livers simmering gently with a soffritto of chopped onions, carrots and celery, that is fortified with chicken and beef stock, wine, tomato paste and allowed to cook softly until the sauce is silky and thick enough that a wooden spoon leaves a trail when dragged along the bottom of the pot. If pancetta escapes your repertoire of proficiency, read on so conclusion can leave no doubt. Convention tests time and renders great diversity. Pancetta, often called Italian bacon, sets the standards for perfection which opens the possibility for imitations. The pork belly adds a uniqueness without infusing the smokiness of bacon. We will hear more of this delicacy and how to clarify its potential at the state of culmination and purpose to be. The coveted, aromatic Parmigiano Reggiano melts my thoughts of iniquitous desire. The piquant salty flavor crescendos my desire for the king of cheeses and leaves me in a state of absolute obsession. But do not be misled if one thinks this glorious cheese is made beyond the weathered hills of Italian descent.
Emilia Romagna region earned the bragging rights and is the only place that can proudly display the name of Parmigiano Reggiano. Perfection professes rarity and therefore Parmigiano Reggiano is the only embellishment for a true Bolognese. For those who relish the art of cookery, time might be reduced to a measurement of limitedness. But if one’s schedule can stretch the boundaries of exploration, I beseech you to indulge in the sauce that brings new dimensions to the phrase “comfort food.” It is in these words that we move onto the subject at hand. The finale of the football season has arrived. Who will win the Super Bowl and be declared the grand champion is up for grabs. The menu must meet all the hype and expecta-
tions. A pot of Bolognese accompanied with tagliatelle or pappardelle is sure to be a crowd pleaser and leave a lasting impression for any sports enthusiast. Enjoy!
Bolognese Sauce
Ingredients 1/3 cup chicken livers 1 pound lean ground beef 2 tablespoons water ¼ teaspoon baking soda 2 cups beef stock 2 cups chicken stock 1/2 teaspoon veal demi-glace 6 ounces pancetta, chopped coarsely 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 yellow onion, chopped coarsely 1 large carrot, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 celery rib, chopped coarsely (include the celery leaves) 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons tomato paste 1 cup dry red wine kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste ½ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, plus extra for serving 1 pound tagliatelle or pappardelle 1. Sauté chicken livers in a small pan until mostly cooked. Set aside. 2. Toss beef with water and baking soda until thoroughly combined. The baking soda helps the meat retain moisture. 3. While beef sits, bring stocks and demi-glace to a boil over high heat in a large pot and cook until reduced to See SERVE Page 43
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SDHS NJROTC INSPECTION The Stephen Decatur High School NJROTC program welcomed United States Navy Capt. Jim Daniels during its annual inspection on Dec. 20. The event, which combines a formal personnel inspection of uniforms and grooming with an evaluation of the understanding of Navy values, is designed to allow cadets to demonstrate what they have learned as a participant with the program. Capt. Daniels inspects Stephen Decatur High School student Lt. Commander John Revel.
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SWEET TREATS During the main annual holidays like Christmas, Kiwanis Club President Barb Peletier, center, has traditionally prepared edible gifts for recipients of Meals On Wheels delivered from the Northern Worcester County Senior Center in Berlin. Again this Christmas she prepared some gifts. She is pictured with Kiwanis member Carolyn Dryzga, left, and Kiwanian Pat Winkelmayer.
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First grade students at Ocean City Elementary School collected 123 new hats, scarves and pairs of mittens and gloves to be donated to the Ocean City Cold Weather Shelter. Pictured are some of the students – Gabriel Marin, Riley Sudol, Parker Kraeuter, Katherine Conway, Cecelia Diehlmann and John Crossett – with the donations.
Second graders at Ocean City Elementary have once again dressed up new bears from the Salvation Army to be given to children in the Berlin, Ocean City and Salisbury areas. The "Share - a - Bear" project is a fun way to join in the spirit of giving. Second graders Adam Pouchan, Oscar Guerrero, Valentina Cipollone, Gavin Geiser, Madeline Gay and Caleb Esham are pictured with their bears.
FINANCIAL LITERACY CERTIFICATES Nearly 40 Stephen Decatur High School students, ranging from freshmen to seniors, received Financial Literacy certificates after participating in the Bank of Ocean City EverFi Financial Literacy Program, which requires them to master topics in savings, banking, financing, credit cards, credit scores, interest rates, taxes, insurance, consumer protection and investing. Students participated in the program through Kurt Marx's Consumer and Personal Finance, Entrepreneurship and Business, and Foundations of Business and Finance classes.
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Serve Bolognese sauce with tagliatelle or pappardelle Continued from Page 41 2 cups. Set aside. 4. Pulse pancetta and chicken livers in a food processor until finely chopped. Both of these meats will add depth and richness to the dish. Add garlic, onion, carrot and celery and pulse until vegetables are finely chopped. Make sure you scrape down the sides of the bowl so all the vegetables are chopped accordingly. 5. Heat butter and oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add pancetta and vegetable mixture and cook for at least 8 minutes. Season combined mixture with salt and pepper. At this point the liquid should have mostly evaporated. Spread meat and vegetables in an even layer in the bottom of the pot and continue to cook, stirring every couple of minutes until dark brown bits start to form on the bottom of the pot. Stir in tomato paste and cook for another 3 minutes. 6. Reduce heat to medium; add
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beef, using a wooden spoon to break meat into very small pieces, and cook for approximately 6 minutes. Stir in wine, scraping up any browned bits, and bring to a simmer. Cook until the wine has evaporated. Stir in reduced stocks and 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Return sauce to a simmer; cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30 minutes. The goal at this point is to thicken the sauce which will not only improve the texture but also the flavor. 7. Cook pasta of choice until al dente. Reserve ½ cup cooking water and then drain the pasta. Add pasta to the pot of sauce and toss to combine. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved cooking water if needed. Serve immediately with extra Parmigiano Reggiano cheese on the side. Secret Ingredient - Perfection. “Have no fear of perfection, you’ll never reach it.” — Salvador Dali
By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Feb. 3, 2017) The Lower Shore Land Trust is resurrecting an older, but popular event this Saturday at 10 a.m., the Winter Bird Identification and Backyard Birding Program, at its headquarters in Snow Hill in preparation for the national Great Backyard Bird Count, later in the month. “It’s a really neat example of citizen science [that] families can do over a winter weekend from their own homes,” Kate Patton, executive director of the trust, said. “We can help families track the birds they’re seeing everyday, but can also participate in a big project with Audubon.” The four-day event scheduled for Feb. 17-20 invites participants to spend as little as 15 minutes cataloguing the birds they see and uploading the data to www.birdcount.org. To do so, however, the participants need to know what it is they’re looking at, and this is where the Lower
Shore Land Trust comes in. “Our objective is to invite people to learn what they might expect to see, how to identify the birds, how the count works and how you can participate,” Patton said. “By making our event accessible to all ages, people can really get what they want out of it.” For those interested in the scientific aspects of the program, Barbara Dolan, an experienced birder and member of the Tri-County Bird Club, will be on hand this Saturday to discuss bird identification techniques, the ecological significance and the importance of habitat preservation. For the younger ones, the trust is offering a “make and take” birdhouse project. “It’s all with the goal of bringing birds to your house,” Patton said. “The key is to engage families and individuals and give them a reason to protect the lands and preserve habitat.” Registration for Saturday’s event is required and a $5 donation to the Lower Shore Land Trust is requested. Reservations can be made by calling 443-234-5587 or email at keverson@lowershorelandtrust.org.
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OCDC CITATION Maryland Del. Mary Beth Carozza provides the Ocean City Development Corporation with an official citation recognizing the organization for its 2016 Impact Award. This prestigious award was provided by the Community Development Network, a statewide organization that promotes community development initiatives. The award is given to organizations that have made a great impact on their communities. The OCDC is charged with revitalizing downtown Ocean City. Pictured, from left, are Glenn Irwin, OCDC executive director; Stephanie Meehan, OCDC board member; and Del. Carozza.
SUPPORTING LOCAL FAMILIES Stephen Decatur High School National Honor Society adopted three Worcester G.O.L.D. (Giving Other Lives Dignity) families during the holidays. National Honor Society officers, from left, Bethany Williams, Noah Shockley, Becca Cooper and Rodney Murray, pose with some of the gifts the group presented to the Worcester G.O.L.D. families.
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KIWANIS TOY DRIVE Pictured with a car full of toys donated by Kiwanis members and supported by some club funds are CoChair Tom Southwell, club President Barb Peletier and Chair Dave Landis, whose wife, Rita, also shopped for the toys. About $700 worth of toys were delivered mostly to Worcester County G.O.L.D. in Snow Hill and some to Diakonia in West Ocean City for distribution to children.
HOSPICE DONATION Macky Stansell and Coastal Hospice President Alane Capen celebrate nearing the $5 million goal to make Coastal Hospice at the Ocean, in Ocean Pines, a reality. Stansell, and his wife, Pam, recently donated $250,000 to the project.
PHOTO COURTESY ANNA FOULTZ
LENDING A HAND Stephen Decatur High School students, from left, Brock Roderick, Alexander Lasley and Taylor Stevens, shovel snow for Ocean Pines residents after the storm last month.
POLAR EXPRESS RIDE Students in Jennifer Spicer’s third grade class at Ocean City Elementary got into the holiday spirit by taking a magical ride on the Polar Express at the Salted Rim in Ocean View, Delaware.
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Five new art shows to debut during First Friday gathering (Feb. 3, 2017) The public is invited to a free, opening reception of five new art shows on First Friday, Feb. 3, from 5-7 p.m. at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street, bayside. Hooked restaurant will be serving complementary hors d’oeuvres. Hanging in the Thaler Gallery, “Home” is the theme of the group show by members of the Art League of Ocean City. The artists will interpret what home means to them in both 2D and 3D media. Eastern Shore artist Leslie Belloso will judge the show and award cash prizes. The Galleria will be filled with original works of art from the co-operative Artists’ Gallery of Ellicott City. Fourteen artists working in various media — acrylics, oils, watercolor, printmaking, ink, stained glass and photography— will bring their work across the bridge to Ocean City. All are members of the co-op gallery, which formed in 1995 and recently opened in a new Ellicott City location. Up-and-coming painter Reeves Dark of Ocean City occupies Studio E in February. A representational artist working mostly in oils, Dark is currently a student at Salisbury University where he is studying to get his BFA in graphic design. His work is inspired by his experiences while surfing and by the natural beauty of the area. The batik work of Betsy Hall Harrison
occupies the Spotlight Gallery during February. Born in Baltimore and a childhood student at the Maryland Institute of Art, she studied art in Mexico and Idaho before moving to Ocean City in 1980. An accomplished batik artist working on silk, Harrison is a long-time member of the Art League of Ocean City. Berlin jeweler Rae Smith shows her work in the Artisan Showcase during February. She creates one- of-a-kind pieces that incorporate sterling silver and copper and are inspired by rustic textures with natural influences. The Ocean City Center for the Arts at 502 94th Street is the home of the Art League of Ocean City, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the visual arts in the Ocean City area through education, exhibits, scholarships, programs and community art events. Financial support comes primarily through membership dues from individuals and corporate sponsors. Funding for exhibits is also provided by the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, the Worcester County Arts Council, Maryland State Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts, organizations dedicated to cultivating a vibrant cultural community where the arts thrive. More information is available at 410524-9433 or www.artleagueofoceancity.org.
Salisbury University student Reeves Dark, of Ocean City, will display his paintings at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street during February.
Zumba Gold classes at WCRC (Feb. 3, 2017) Zumba Gold, an easy-to-follow, six-week program that lets participants move to the beat at their own speed, returns to the Worcester County Recreation Center in Snow Hill this February. Zumba Gold, open to those ages 45 and older, is an invigorating, community-oriented dance-fitness class. It provides modified, low-impact moves for active, older adults.
Classes run Tuesdays and Thursdays, Feb. 14 through March 23, from 9-10 a.m. The cost is $20 per person. For more information, contact Lea Cataggio at 410-632-2144, ext. 2509 or email lcataggio@co.worcester. md.us. For a complete list of Worcester County Recreation and Parks programs and classes, visit www.WorcesterRecandParks.org.
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Stephen Decatur HS to host annual $1 Taco Night, Feb. 7
(Feb. 3, 2017) Stephen Decatur High School began hosting $1 Taco Night eight years ago and the event has become a tradition. “While Taco Night is one of our biggest school fundraisers, it has also grown into a community night for many of our parents, business partners and alumni,” said Tom Zimmer, principal of Stephen Decatur High School. Typically, more than 1,000 people attend SDHS Taco Night to congregate and dine. The Berlin school owes much of the event’s success to Sonrise Church,
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GEOGRAPHY BEE Seventh grader Pranay Sanwal won first place in the annual Worcester Preparatory School Lower/Middle School (grades 4-8) Geography Bee on Jan. 11. Eighth grader John Arrington came in second place and fifth grader Hunter Simons finished third. The eight semifinalists who advanced from the preliminary rounds, out of 63 Lower School students and 145 Middle School students were: fourth grader Danielle Carr, sixth graders Brody Bushnell and Ian Lewis, seventh grader Brooke Emeigh and eighth grader Adison Browne, along with Sanwal, Arrington and Simons.
whose congregation has organized and volunteered during the event since its inception. The eighth annual $1 Taco Night will be held at the school on Tuesday, Feb. 7, from 2:30-7 p.m. in the cafeteria. In addition to chicken and beef tacos, there will be sides, drinks and desserts available. Reservations are not necessary. Patrons can dine in or carry out. All proceeds benefit Stephen Decatur High School. For more information, call Stephen Decatur High School at 410641-2171.
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Sen. Jim Mathias speaks to Shore Craft Beer founder Ann McGinnis Hillyer during a kickoff event for “FeBREWary,” Craft Beer Lovers Month in Maryland, at The Globe in Berlin last Saturday.
Event kicks off FeBREWary Craft Beer Lovers Month (Feb. 3, 2017) More than 50 people gathered at The Globe in Berlin last Saturday for the kickoff of Shore Craft Beer Lovers Month. Sen. Jim Mathias joined regional brewers to toast the event, which will see a peninsula-wide push to assert the Eastern Shore’s position as one of the nation’s top craft beer destinations. “I want to thank each and every one of you for all that you do,” Mathias told the crowd before leading the toast. Attendees sampled brews from Fin City, based in West Ocean City, and 3rd Wave Brewing Co. of Delmar, to represent a beer each from Maryland and Delaware, respectively. Beer tastings were also to provided restaurant patrons a means of emphasizing the diversity of local beer. “Here’s to all the gallons and pints and all the things you guys brew,” Mathias said. “Raise your glasses because the senate of Maryland says keep going and keep brewing.” In addition to Gov. Larry Hogan’s and Mathias’ support, the effort to
promote Shore Craft Beer has been adopted by the state as part of the bigger Maryland FeBREWary push. February tends to be quiet in Ocean City and along the Delaware beaches and this effort gives people both an excuse and incentive to come explore what is being touted as the Shore’s World Class Beer and World Class Beauty. Bars and restaurants all over the peninsula will be providing local craft beer specials as a tie-in to the event, and hotels are offering special weekend getaways that include beer tours and tastings. Last year’s capstone event, Shore Craft Beer Fest: Love on Tap, at Seacrets on 49th Street, brought more than 200 hotel room nights and over 500 out-of-town visitors to the resort on a traditionally slow weekend at the beach. This year’s event, slated for Saturday, Feb. 25, from noon to 4 p.m. at Seacrets, is already on pace to surpass those numbers. “More than 70 percent of our festival attendees are from out of town,” said Shore Craft Beer CEO Ann
(Feb. 3, 2017) Stephen Decatur High School seniors are encouraged to apply for the first award from the Hunter Hudson Memorial Scholarship Fund, administered by the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore. The scholarship was created in 2016 as a result of the generous outpouring of memorial contributions when the fund was established early last year. The grant award for the Hunter Hudson Memorial Scholarship will be up to $5,000. To be eligible for the scholarship, a student must be a graduate of Stephen Decatur High School, been accepted into a two- or four-year accredited college or university, demonstrate good character and participate in extra-curricular school and community activities. Successful applicants should also demonstrate they have the maturity and commitment to succeed in college. Hudson’s family established the memorial scholarship fund in hopes this legacy will keep his memory alive in the minds of those that knew and loved him, while assisting future generations. Hudson graduated from Stephen Decatur in 2015 and attended Worcester Technical School to study masonry. Applications forms for the Hunter Hudson Memorial Scholarship are McGinnis Hillyer. “People love the exclusivity of an all and only local craft beer festival.” For more information about the Love on Tap specials in the region, visit ShoreCraftBeer.com. Tickets are still available for this year’s Shore Craft Beer Fest: Love on Tap at Seacrets at ShoreCraftBeerFests.com.
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available by visiting www.cfes.org or by calling 410-742-9911. As leaders, grant makers and stewards of philanthropy, the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore serves the common good of the Lower Eastern Shore. CFES is a 501c3 nonprofit with an inspiring history of fostering charitable endeavors, and has provided more than $60 million in grants and scholarships to the local community since 1984. CFES collaborates with individuals, families and businesses to match their charitable interests with community needs and strengthens local nonprofits through grants and resources. CFES is devoted to improving the regional community and believes in people helping one another to provide a positive impact. Visit CFES.org or call 410-742-9911.
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DINING GUIDE ■ CREDIT CARDS: V-Visa, MC-Master Card, AE-American Express, DIS-Discover ■ PRICE RANGE: $, $$, $$$ ________________________________ ■ 32 PALM, 32nd Street, in the Hilton Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2525 / www.oceancityhilton.com/dining / $$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Western Caribbean cuisine, Eastern Shore favorites, gourmet and tasty liquid desserts. ■ ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717 / www.ocitalianfood.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Serving homemade Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and pasta. Elegant dining room with fireplace. Early bird specials every day from 5-6 p.m. ■ BILLY’S SUB SHOP, 120th Street, Food Lion Shopping Center, 410-723-2500; 140th Street, Ocean City, 410-250-1778; Route 54, Fenwick Shoals, Fenwick Island, Del., 302-436-5661 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Dine in, carry out. Fast delivery. Open 7 days 11 a.m. – 3 a.m. Serving fresh dough pizza, subs, burgers, cones, shakes and sundaes with beach delivery available. ■ BJ’S ON THE WATER, 75th Street, Ocean City 410-524-7575 / www.bjsonthewater.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open year-round. Entire dining menu served 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week. Daily specials, daily duck feeding. Entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. No cover. Available for parties and banquets. Indoor and outdoor dining. ■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR, 94th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3983 / www.bluefishocmd.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Japanese and Chinese restaurant and sushi bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Dine in, take out and delivery available. ■ BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH, 116th Street & Coastal Hwy., (Behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium), Ocean City 443-664-2896 / www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations recommended for large parties / Children’s menu/ Full bar / Eastern Shore fare with a New Orleans Flare. Seafood, Steaks & Pasta dishes— Specializing in Jambalaya, Creole, & Gumbo. Home of the Ragin’ Cajun Bloody Mary. Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. Weekly entertainment. ■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT, 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-289-7192 / www.captainstableoc.com / $$-$$$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Family-owned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott. ■ COINS, 28th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524 3100 / www.coinspub.com / $-$$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar/ Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. Casual dining atmosphere for families. Crab cakes, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood. Everything home-made. Happy hour 3-6 p.m., 6 days a week and early bird 4-6 p.m., daily specials. Closed Mondays. ■ THE COTTAGE CAFE, Route 1 (across from Sea Colony), Bethany Beach, Del.
302-539-8710 / www.cottagecafe.com / $, $$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Seafood, kids’ menu, happy hour specials. Lunch and dinner daily. Breakfast buffet on weekends. ■ THE COVE AT OCEAN PINES, 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410641-7501 / www.oceanpines.org/ $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS/No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Coastal cuisine. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Open Thursday at 4 p.m. for dinner. Open Friday-Sunday at 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for brunch buffet. Friday and/or Saturday, live entertainment. Sunday brunch buffet, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Happy Hour ThursdaySunday, 4-7 p.m. ■ THE CRAB BAG, 130th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410-250-3337 / www.thecrabbag.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Full bar / Dine in and carryout. Open 7 Days a week, 11 am til late night. Hot steamed crabs, world famous fried chicken, ribs, burgers, barbecue, pasta, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and more. Lunch and weekly carry-out and dinner specials. Happy hour at the beach with drink and food specials. ■ DOUGH ROLLER, 41st Street & Coastal Hwy, 410-524-9254; 70th Street & Coastal Hwy, 410-524-7981 / www.DoughRollerRestaurants.com / $ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Ocean City’s favorite family restaurant for more than 35 years. Great kid’s menu. Dayton’s Fried Chicken available at South Division, 41st and 70th streets. Breakfast served daily at 3rd, 41st and 70th streets. Order online for carryout at both Coastal Highway locations. ■ DUFFYS, 130th St., in Montego Bay Shopping Ctr. & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250 1449 / www.duffysoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining, indoor or outdoor seating. Irish fare and American cuisine. Appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks and seafood. Second Season & Daily Dinner Specials. Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m., serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Dine In, Carry Out. Happy Hour, daily, noon to 6 pm. ■ FAGER’S ISLAND RESTAURANT & BAR, 60th Street on the bay, Ocean City 410524-5500 / www.fagers.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted in the dining room only / Children’s menu / Full bar / Upscale restaurant on the bay. Casual fine dining, fresh fish, prime rib and seafood. Lighter fare menu served on our decks or inside. ■ FLYING FISH CAFE & SUSHI BAR, The Village of Fenwick, 300 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-581-0217 / www.flyingfishfenwick.com / $-$$ /V-MCDIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Featuring the freshest and most innovative sushi, sashimi, and rolls plus creative and delicious small plates. ■ FOX’S PIZZA DEN, 31225 American Parkway, Selbyville, Del. 302-436-FOXS / www.foxspizzade.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Sit-down bar and restaurant. Full menu includes pizza, pastas, salads, sandwiches and more. Specializing pizza and chef specials. Open daily for lunch and dinner at 11 a.m. Take out and delivery.
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■ HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL, 12841 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-2131846 / www.weocharborside.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Casual waterfront dining serving seafood, steaks, sandwiches, salads, wraps and pasta. Home of the “Original Orange Crush.” Entertainment Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. ■ HARPOON HANNA’S RESTAURANT & BAR, Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del. www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual waterfront restaurant serving lunch, dinner. Fresh fish, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and all-you-can-eat Alaskan crab legs. Open year-round. ■ HEMINGWAY’S AT THE CORAL REEF, 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612 / www.ocmdhotels.com/hemingways / $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Elegant dining room, Floridian/island-style cuisine. Seafood, tropical salsas, grilled steaks, pork chops, grilled pineapple, banana fritters, entree salads. ■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE, 31st Street, Ocean City, 410-289-2581 / $-$$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Known for all-you-can-eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs. ■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 101st Street, Ocean City 410-5243535 / www.clarionoc.com / $-$$ ($20-45) / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Open tables / Children’s menu / Full bar / Serving beach-inspired dishes in both our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. All-day menu, available 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet open year-round and AUCE prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet available most weekends. ■ JULES FINE DINING, 118th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3396 / www.ocjules.com / $$, $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Local fare, global flair. Fresh seafood year-round, fresh local produce. ■ KY WEST BAR & RESTAURANT, 5401 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 443-6642836 / www.kywestoceancity.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Our experienced chefs deliver the finest in cuisine nightly. OC’s best veal chop, the freshest seafood and great pasta dishes. Ky West offers fine dining and a beautiful bar described as New York funky chic. Providing excellent food and drink for a great dining adventure. ■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ, 67th Street Town Center, Ocean City 443-664-5639 / www.longboardcafe.net / $$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Serving lunch and dinner. Lite fare to dinner entrees offering a variety of burgers, paninis, sandwiches and salads. The "veggies" menu features wrinkled green beans. Signature house libiations and signature entrees made with ingredients from local farms and fisheries. A family restaurant. ■ MY THAI OC, 138th Street, Bayside Plaza, 13727 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-9918 / www.mythaioc.webs.com / $ / V-MC-Dis /
Authentic Thai food served Thursday-Sunday. Free parking for customers. Eat in or take out. Vegetarian options also. ■ NICK’S HOUSE OF RIBS, 144th Street & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-2501984 / www.nickshouseofribs.com / $$/ V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual, family friendly with upscale atmosphere. Extensive menu from our famous baby back ribs, fresh seafood, black angus steaks. ■ POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN, Route 50, West Ocean City 443-664-2105 / $ / V-MC / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, year-round. Every Monday and Tuesday, two-piece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo. ■ ROPEWALK, 82nd Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-524-1109 / www.ropewalkoc.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full Bar / OC’s best spot to watch the sunsets. Indoor dining and bar, deck dining and tiki bar. Serving lunch and dinner in casual atmosphere. Happy hour specials all day and all night every day available at tables and bar. ■ SICULI RUSTIC ITALIAN KITCHEN, 104 N. Main St., Berlin 410-629-0550 / FB-Siculi Italian Kitchen / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full Bar / Family friendly. Open for lunch and dinner, 11 a.m.; Sunday brunch, 10:30 a.m. Locally sourced, freshly prepared. Brick oven pizza, steaks, seafood, chicken and veal selections. Daily lunch, happy hour and dinner specials. ■ SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE, 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762 / www.skyebaroc.com / $$-$$$ / V-M-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Happy hour, 3-6 p.m. with food and drink specials. ■ TOUCH OF ITALY, 67th Street and Coastal Highway, in the Holiday Inn Oceanfront, Ocean City 302-703-3090 / www.TouchofItaly.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Full Italian style restaurant with Italian style deli and pasticceria/bakery too. Just stop in for a look and a taste of some fresh prosciutto fresh loaves of Italian bread. Large circular bar with Happy Hour and check our Web site with our daily specials from our great menu including pasta, wood fired pizzas, delicious heros and catering. Daily lunch special $6.95 plus take out service. ■ VICTORIAN ROOM RESTAURANT, Dunes Manor Hotel, OCEANFRONT at 28th and Baltimore Ave, Ocean City 410289-1100 / www.dunesmanor.com / $$ $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations not required but recommended / Full Bar / Children’s menu / Open year round. Oceanfront dining atmosphere with local, farm to table/sea to table cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily 7:30am to 9:00pm (Fri & Sat to 10pm). Also Zippy Lewis Lounge with happy hour from 4-7p.m., featuring Craft Beer selections and appetizer menu; Milton’s Out Door Cafe; and the Barefoot Beach Bar in season. ■ WHISKERS PUB, 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-524-2609 / www.whiskerspub.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Certified Angus® burgers and casual fare. Call for hours.
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Ocean Pines, MD, 1 to 3 p.m. Sponsored by Atlantic General Hospital and takes place the first Monday of every month. Free blood pressure screening and health information. Dawn Denton, 410641-9268 Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Berlin group No. 169. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Edna Berkey, 410-251-2083
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING
FRI, FEB. 3 Dunes Manor Hotel & Suites, 2800 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, MD, All Day Featuring a special weekend stay package, Feb. 3-5, and a tailgate-style buffet (wings, taco/nacho bar, sandwiches, baked potato bar, chips/dips, hot dogs) for the Big Game. Sunday party also includes open bar, contests, giveaways and more. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation. 800-523-2888, http://www.DunesManor.com
THE BIG GAME #51 WEEKEND PACKAGE
FREE INTRODUCTORY PICKLEBALL CLINIC AND FREE WEEK
Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Free pickleball clinic for brand new players. Open to the public. Registration is required by calling or stopping by the community center’s front desk by the day before. Participants can also register for a free week of pickelball starting the day of the clinic. 410-641-7052 Ocean City Center for the Arts, 502 94th Street, Ocean City, MD, 5 to 7 p.m. The public is invited to a free, opening reception of five new art shows. Hooked Restaurant will be serving complementary hors d’oeuvres. Featuring “Home” in the Thaler Gallery, art from the co-operative Artists’ Gallery of Ellicott City in the Galleria, Reeves Dark in Studio E, Betsy Hall Harrison in the Spotlight Galley, and Rae Smith in the Artisan Showcase. 410-524-9433, http://www.artleagueofoceancity.org
FIRST FRIDAY OPENING RECEPTION
Planet Maze in Ocean City, 3305 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City, MD, 6 to 8 p.m. Cost is $5 and includes a slice of pizza, soda, unlimited golf and maze and one game of laser tag (must be 8 years old and 48” tall). Additional pizza and drinks are $1 each. Additional games of laser tag are $5 each. Benefiting Relay For Life North Worcester. Info: Dawn Hodge, 443-4971198; DJ Thompson, 443-366-5440 or Jill Elliott, 410-430-8131, http://www.relayforlife.org/northworce stermd
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
SAT, FEB. 4 Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department, 10709 Bishop St., Bishopville, MD, 7
INDOOR YARD SALE
a.m. to 12 p.m. Table rentals cost $15 each or 2 for $25. Breakfast sandwiches available. Call to reserve table space. 443-235-2926
WINTER BIRD IDENTIFICATION & BACKYARD BIRDING PROGRAM
Lower Shore Land Trust Office, 100 River St., Snow Hill, MD, 10 a.m. Experienced birder, Barbara Dolan, will discuss birds of the Eastern Shore, with tips on bird identification, ecological significance and the importance of habitat preservation. Includes a “make and take” bird feeder activity. Registration required. A $5 recommended donation supports the Lower Shore Land Trust’s land conservation programs. keverson@lowershorelandtrust.org, 443-234-5587 Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church Willards, 35639 Mount Hermon Road, Pittsville, MD, 11 a.m. Menu includes chicken, vegetables, beverages & desserts. Cost is $13 for adults, $6 for children and free to those 5 years and younger. Bake table and carry-outs available. Nelda Dennis, 443-614-9898
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FRIED CHICKEN BUFFET
SUN, FEB. 5 Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 2, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 12 to 1 p.m. Group shares experience, strength and hope to help others. Open to the community and to AGH patients. Rob, 443-783-3529
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
MON, FEB. 6 Atlantic General Hospital Sleep Disorders Diagnostic Center, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, All Day Free, bi-monthly mask fitting clinic for patients who are having trouble adjusting to their CPAP equipment. By appointment only: Robin Rohlfing, 410641-9726
CPAP MASK FITTING
Apple Discount Drugs, 314 Franklin Ave., Berlin, MD, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sponsored by Atlantic General Hospital and takes place the first Monday of every month. Free blood pressure screening and health information. Dawn Denton, 410-641-9268
HYPERTENSION CLINIC
Walgreens, 11310 Manklin Creek Rd.,
HYPERTENSION CLINIC
St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 405 Flower St., Berlin, MD, 6 to 7 p.m. Open to the public and meets the first Monday of each month. Speakers and education related to diabetes. AGH Diabetes Outpatient Education program, 410641-9703
AGH DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP
Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 7 to 9 p.m. The group meets each Monday. Women interested in learning the craft of a cappella singing welcome. 410-6416876
DELMARVA SWEET ADELINE CHORUS
TUE, FEB. 7 All Hallows Church Parish House, 109 W. Market Street, Snow Hill, MD, 7:30 a.m. Contact agibb1@verizon.net or 410546-1978 for more information.
SNOW HILL ROTARY CLUB MEETING
Rite Aid, 38169 Dupont Blvd., Selbyville, DE, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sponsored by Atlantic General Hospital. Free blood pressure screening and health information. Dawn Denton, 410-6419268
HYPERTENSION CLINIC
Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., Pocomoke City, MD, 10:30 a.m. Children, ages 3-7 years, will create with a variety of building material from Duple and K’Nex to Giant Pipe Builders and Giant Waffle Blocks. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
‘CONSTRUCTION ZONE’
Stephen Decatur High School, 9913 Seahawk Rd, Berlin, MD, 2:30 to 7 p.m. Chicken and beef tacos, sides, drinks and desserts available for $1 each. Dine in or carry out. Proceeds benefit the high school. 410-641-2171
8TH ANNUAL $1 TACO NIGHT
Pocomoke Elks Lodge 1624, 1944 Worcester Highway, Pocomoke City, MD, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m., early bingo at 7 p.m. and regular games start at 7:30 p.m. Food and non-alcoholic drinks available. Open to the public. 410-957-3556
BINGO
WED, FEB. 8 KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OCEAN PINES/OCEAN CITY
Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 8 a.m. Meets every Wednesday. Doors open at 7 a.m., meeting begins at 8 a.m. 410-641-7330, http://www.kiwanisofopoc.org
FREE ‘HAVING A HEALTHY HEART’ PRESENTATION
Gull Creek Senior Living, 1 Meadow St., Berlin, MD, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Speakers Amanda Buckley, nutritionist at Atlantic General, and Anne Watson-Waples, RN, MSN, ICU nurse at Atlantic General, will talk on heart health. Open to the public. Nicki Kerr, 410-641-3172
OCEAN CITY/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING
Captain’s Table Restaurant in the Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th St, Ocean City, MD, 6 p.m. The group meets every Wednesday. cliff0917@aol.com, 410641-1700
THU, FEB. 9 Ocean City Senior Center, 104 41st St., Ocean City, MD, 10 a.m. Refreshments served at 9:30 a.m. The guest speaker will be from the Diakonia organization. A luncheon at BJs on the Water will follow. New members welcome. Bob McCluskey, 410-250-0980
AARP CHAPTER 1917 MEETING
Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., Snow Hill, MD, 10:30 a.m. Children, ages 3-7 years, will create with a variety of building material from Duple and K’Nex to Giant Pipe Builders and Giant Waffle Blocks. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
‘CONSTRUCTION ZONE’
COASTAL HOSPICE GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 11 a.m. The group meets every Thursday. Free and open to anyone who has lost a loved one, not just Coastal Hospice families. 410-251-8163 Harpoon Hanna’s, 39064 Harpoon Road, Fenwick Island, DE, 4 to 7 p.m. Every Thursday, Beach Singles 45-Plus meets for happy hour. Arlene or Kate, 302-436-9577 or 410-524-0649
BEACH SINGLES
Worcester Technical High School, 6290 Worcester Highway, Newark, MD, 5 to 8 p.m. Free event for women about heart disease. Health screenings and education. Karen Bealla, pharmacist, will present “Hypertension Medication.” Dr. Brandi Muscleman will present “Hormones and Heart Disease.” Full
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RUSTY PIPES VISIT WPS The Rusty Pipes, a co-ed a cappella group from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), based in Troy, New York, performed for Worcester Prep’s Middle and Upper School on Jan. 12. One of the lead singers, Ariella Anthony of Seaford, Delaware, is a 2014 WPS alum who sang in front of her younger siblings, Sambina, a senior at WPS, and Dominic, a 10th grader. The a cappella group then joined Upper School Music Director Christopher Buzby’s Chorus and Ensemble groups for a question and answer session on musicality and how to balance the rigors of a cappella practice and travel with a demanding college schedule. Standing in front of the Rusty Pipes a cappella group are Anthony, a junior at RPI, left, with her younger brother and sister.
CALENDAR dinner served. Pre-registration is required by calling or visiting the Web site. 410-632-0056 or 410-543-7028, http://www.peninsula.org/GoRed
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ONGOING EVENTS House of Mercy, 36674 Worcester Hwy., Selbyville DE, every Friday, 6:30-8:30 p.m. All youth are invited for a quick meal, dancing, games and life lessons. Parents are welcome but not required to stay. The event is free. Info: Robert Shrieves, 443-366-2813 or www.forgeyouth.org.
FORGE FRIDAY
Worcester County Volunteer Services will host its fourth annual food drive through Feb. 3. Canned food items can be deposited in Maryland Food Bank barrels at the Ocean Pines library, Worcester County Government Center, Worcester County Jail and Worcester County Recreation Center in Snow Hill. Foods that are needed most include high protein ready-to-eat meals, rice, pasta, beans, evaporated and powdered milk, infant formula and fruits. Info: Kelly Brinkley, 410-632-0090.
FOOD DRIVE FOR MARYLAND FOOD BANK
Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, Feb. 18, 8-11 a.m. Menu includes pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, orange juice, coffee and tea. Tickets cost $6 for adults, $3 for children ages 5-11 and free to those 4 and younger. Purchase in advance at 410208-6719 or purchase at the door. Carryout available. Proceeds benefit the youth of the community.
KIWANIS WINTER PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Ocean City Senior Center, 41st St., bayside, Feb. 1, noon to 3 p.m. Tickets at the door cost $10 for 3 cards. Rachel Zelkind, 410-632-1277, Ext. 114.
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OP ANGLERS CLUB AWARDS During the final meeting of the year, the Ocean Pines Anglers Club presented awards to the 2016 fishing tournament winners. Tournament Chairman Tim Mullin recognized nine anglers for the largest catches during the year in 12 species of fish. Top anglers, from left, are John McFalls, 41.5-inch striped bass (tie), 11-inch croaker and 15-inch fresh water trout; Tom Nelson, 29.5-inch black drum; Frank Watkins, 41.5-inch striped bass (tie) and 18.5-inch black sea bass; Pat Connelly, 20.5-inch tautog; Rich Patschorke, 48-inch tuna; and Jake Eichler, 17.5-inch large mouth bass. Not pictured: Budd Heim, 25.5-inch flounder and 17.5-inch red drum; Finn McCabe, 23.25-inch weakfish; and Kevin Welkner, 36-inch bluefish.
RCIA is a process for individuals, adults and children 8 years and older, who are seeking Baptism. Also for those already baptized in another Christian tradition who want to come into the Catholic Church. Call Rita at 410-289-7038 or come to a session held on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. in the Father Connell Parish Center, 1705 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, MD. All are welcome.
CATHOLIC FAITH
28th St. Pit & Pub, 2706 Philadelphia Ave, Ocean City, MD, the first Tuesday of each month and for the Sunday NFL games to raise money for local families in need. Ravens Roost 58 is seeking new members and new officers. Dues are $20 per year. Stop by if interested.
RAVENS ROOST 58 MEETS MONTHLY
Atlantic United Methodist Church, 105 Fourth St., Ocean City, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open Monday through Saturday, year round. Located behind the church with a donation drop off room that is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 410-
AUMC THRIFT SHOP
289-4458 Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10 a.m., on the first Friday of each month. Meeting of volunteers. Info: Anna Foultz, 410-641-7667.
STAR CHARITIES MEETING
Berlin library, 220 N. Main St. Call the library at 410-641-0650 to schedule your individual tutorial.
DIGITAL DROP IN
OC Office, 12216 Ocean Gateway, Unit 1500, West Ocean City, 1 p.m., third Wednesday of each month. Info: Mary Henderson, 410-213-1177.
WSW SUPPORT GROUP
Temple Bat Yam, 11036 Worcester Highway, Berlin, every Friday, 7:30 p.m. A reform Jewish Synagogue. Info: 410641-4311.
FRIDAY NIGHT SERVICES
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT & ADVOCACY GROUP St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 10301
Coastal Highway, Ocean City, noon to 1:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Fridays of every month. Info: 410-5247474.
WORCESTER COUNTY PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP
Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, second Tuesday of each month, 2:30 p.m. Speakers, exercise, discussions and more. Info: 410-208-3132.
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EPA Certified HVAC Technician Needed
Competitive Salary: $22-$26/hr. depending on experience. Delmarva & the Greater Baltimore Area. EPA Certification, Minimum 5 yrs field Experience. Health, 401K, Vacation, Sick Time Email resume to: ddconstructionmanager@gmail.com Fax to 410-520-0199/ Apply online: https://www.delmarvadd.com/DunkinDonuts/construction.html
MARINE MECHANIC
One of Delmarva’s top dealers is growing and seeking a qualified Marine Technician. Certification preferred but will train other mechanics. Top pay for right person. FT/YR w/benefits. Must be dependable and team player.
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Responsibilities include but not limited to: - Bar, Kitchen & Maintenance Personnel - Inventory Management of all products (food, beer, wine, liquor, soda & dry goods) - Inspect Building and Grounds for public health & safety issues. Please respond with current resume to: AL, Post 166, P.O. Box 63, Ocean City, MD 21843 Fax: 410-289-1463 Alpost166@comcast.net
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Full Time Salary + Benefits Prefer Supervision, Sales & Customer Service Experience. - Must have dependable personal transportation and internet access at home - Must be able to pass background and drug screening. - Prefer living close to 13903 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City, MD 21842 E-mail resume to: Attn: Fred Davis dinosaurcanyon@gmail.com or fax resume to: 417-332-0883
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Maintenance Technician Wanted
(Ocean City, MD) Competitive Salary: $15 - $18/hr. depending on experience. Help build and maintain Delmarva's fastest growing restaurant group. Perform interior and exterior finish work, such as drywall, painting, paneling, ceiling and floor tile, plumbing repairs, heating and air conditioning system repairs. Perform routine and emergency repairs on restaurant equipment, including diagnostics on electrical and refrigeration components. On call on a rotating emergency schedule for weekends and holidays. Basic skill sets must include some Electric, Plumbing, Carpentry, Refrigeration. Health Insurance, 401K, Sick Leave Email resume to: ddconstructionmanager@gmail.com Fax to 410-520-0199/ Apply online: https://www.delmarvadd.com/DunkinDonuts/construction.html
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Accepting Applications for the following position: Recreation & Activities Supervisor ~ Recreation & Activities Supervisor ~ Year Round Position. Lifeguard Certification or First Aid Safety Certification Required. Some Marketing/Social Media knowledge helpful. Weekends are required. Applications available at the Front Office 12806 Ocean Gateway Ocean City MD 21842 Resumes may be emailed and for more information send request to hbrunning@fskfamily.com
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2BR/2BA for 6 people, bayside on Lark Lane. Has full kitchen, W/D and A/C. $9500 plus electric, cable and $950 security deposit. Resort Rentals, 800-348-2101 4600 Coastal Hwy., OCMD. WINTER WEEKLY RENTALS Pool Front Rooms $175. Efficiencies $195. 2BR Apartments $280. Burgundy Inn 1201 Philadelphia Ave. 410-289-8581
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WINTER RENTAL - 2BR/2BA Condo. 142nd St. $550/mo. + utilities. 1BR/1BA. 28th St. $500/mo. Call John 410726-8948. 3BR/2.5BA Townhome Downtown Berlin. Unfurnished, no smoking $1530/mo. incl. water. Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.
Winter Rentals-2BR Apt. $220/wk. Sec. deposit req’d. ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED. No pets. 410-289-5831.
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Summer Rental
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House For Rent in Ocean Pines. Fully furnished. 3BR, 2BA. No pets. Located on quiet cul-de-sac. $1300. Call Bob, 443-250-3531. St. Martin’s by the Bay - waterfront year round rental. 3BR/2BA 2-story townhouse. Freshly painted and updated. Beautiful view of St. Martin’s River. Community swimming pool and tennis courts. Boat dock available for additional fee. $1,150/mo. plus security deposit. Available immediately. Call Jim 443-745-6905 or email jamessapia1@gmail.com.
ROOMMATES ROOMMATES
Roommate Wanted. Single occupancy. $550 monthly + 1/2 electric bill. W/D, cable & WiFi included. Off-street parking. 74th St. area. Call 410251-6678. Roommate Needed. Call 443-996-1069.
Room for rent. Female preferred. No pets. Call for details. Price negotiable. Call 443-523-6666.
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Condo For Sale By Owner. 1BR/1BA Orleans Court. 140th St. & Coastal Hwy. Furnished, second floor, elevators, 2 pools & courtyard. Great rental unit. Priced to sell. $117,500. Call for details 410-598-1194.
2BR/1BA furnished mobile near Bishopville boat ramp. Custom cabinets, granite countertops. $19,000 plus lot rent. Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.
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Do you have an old bicycle not being used? It could mean a world of difference to a hardworking international student. We are looking to get as many bikes as possible. Your donation will be tax-deductible. Contact Gary at 443-975-3065.
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Female Puppies born July 25, 2016 in OP. Part Shih Tzu and Toy Poodle. $200 each. Call Chuck at 410-641-7995.
Mattress Sale 3 Days Only Twin sets $139 Queen sets $189 King sets $399 Same day delivery in Ocean Pines Mattress Masters 410-641-5307
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60’ Deep Water Boat Slip located at Harbour Island, 14th Street and the Bay in Ocean City. Boat Slip #25. Electric and water incl. $3,000 for season. Call 302-2902064.
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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 35 BURR HILL DR. OCEAN PINES A/R/T/A BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated December 27, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4335, Folio 468 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $155,000.00 and a current interest rate of 5.875%, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 21, 2017 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $15,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtain-
ing physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 197362-1) PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et. al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-2/2/3t _________________________________
TRUSTEE’S SALE OF WATERFRONT HOME 6038 South Point Road, Berlin, Maryland Pursuant to Court Order in Case No. 23-C-16-000953, the Trustee named below will sell at public auction to the highest bidder on February 13, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. on the front steps of the Worcester County Circuit Courthouse, One W. Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, 21863, all that property described in Exhibit A to a deed recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, in Liber 6247, folio 104, et seq. The property, which is improved by a home of approximately 3,100 square feet and a private marina for two boats, consists of approximately 4.4 acres of land east of South Point Road and adjacent to Sinepuxent Bay and has a spectacular view of Assateague Island. The property will be sold in “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. TERMS OF SALE: A deposit of $25,000.00 in cash or cashier’s or certified check will be required of the Purchaser at the auction. The balance in cash or cashier’s or certified check will be due within 20 days of
final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, said balance to bear interest at the rate of eight percent (8%) per annum from the date of sale to the date of payment. (If the secured party is the Purchaser, they will not be obligated to give a deposit or pay interest.) Time is of the essence for the Purchaser. All real estate taxes shall be adjusted as of the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the Purchaser. All settlement costs, including recordation taxes, transfer taxes and recording fees, shall be paid by the Purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale onward. If Purchaser fails to pay the balance of the purchase price when due, the deposit shall be forfeited and the property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting Purchaser. The Purchaser’s sole remedy in law and equity if the Trustee is unable to convey good and marketable title shall be limited to the refund of the deposit without interest. For further information, you may contact Harold B. Gordy, Jr., Trustee, 410-641-5033. OCD-2/2/2t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, MD 20707 www.mwc-law.com
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 12801 OLD STAGE RD. BISHOPVILLE, MD 21813 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from David A. Ehatt and Cheryl Ehatt, dated May 17, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4727, folio 523 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 6, 2017 AT 3:41 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester County, Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $20,000 at the
time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2013-42850). Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-1/19/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 9848 OLD OCEAN CITY BLVD. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated June 24, 2008 and recorded in Liber 5132, Folio 83 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of
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PUBLIC NOTICES $462,000.00 and a current interest rate of 2.09%, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 7, 2017 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $27,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall
have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 305996-2) PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et. al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-1/19/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, MD 20707 www.mwc-law.com
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 10128 SILVER POINT LA. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Meir Lugasi, dated April 9, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4949, folio 453 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 6, 2017 AT 3:40 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester County, Maryland and described as follows: Tax ID #10010136. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $107,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the
rate of 8% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #14-609519). The property will be sold subject to a 120 day right of redemption by the Internal Revenue Service. Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-1/19/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, MD 20707 www.mwc-law.com
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 10253 HARRISON RD. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Jacqueline Tindley, dated September 25, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4816, folio 235 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St.,
Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 6, 2017 AT 3:42 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester County, Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $5,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 6.375% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #15-614460). Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WORCESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2017 Pursuant to the provisions of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Board of Zoning Appeals for Worcester County, in the Board Room (Room 1102) on the first floor of the Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland. 6:30 p.m. Case No. 17-9, on the lands of Wilkerson Farms, a Maryland Limited Partnership, requesting a special exception for a minor subdivision in the RP Resource Protection District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(3), ZS 1215(c)(3) and ZS 1-311, located at 5708 Whiton Road, at the intersection with Disharoon Road, Tax Map 55, Parcel 28, in the Second Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:35 p.m. Case No. 17-11, on the lands of Delmarva Power & Light Company, requesting a special exception to reconstruct a non-conforming electric substation in the V-1 Village District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(3) and ZS 1-204(c)(14), located on Stockton Road (MD Route 366), approximately 536 feet west of Hursley Road, Tax Map 86, Parcel 130, in the Eighth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:40 p.m. Case No. 17-10, on the application of Mark S. Cropper, Esquire, on the lands of James and Deborah Clarke, requesting a variance to the Ordinance prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 18.2 feet (an encroachment of 11.8 feet) associated with a proposed open deck in the R3 Multi-family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4) and ZS 1-207(b)(2), located at 5 Leigh Drive, approximately 187 feet south east of Alton Point Road, Tax Map 16, Parcel 96, Section 14B, Lot 117, in the Third Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:45 p.m. Case No. 17-12, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV, Esquire, on the lands of Joseph Drosey requesting a variance to the Ordinance prescribed front yard setback measured from the center of a minor collector highway from 75 feet to 45 feet (an encroachment of 30 feet) and a variance to the Ordinance prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 21 feet (an encroachment of 9 feet), associated with a proposed single family dwelling in the R-4 General Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-208(b)(2), ZS 1-305 and ZS 1326, located on Golf Course Road, approximately 108 feet south of the intersection of Harbor Road and Golf Course Road, Tax Map 27, Parcel
725, Block N, Lot 2 of the Ocean City Harbor Subdivision, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:50 p.m. Re-Advertisement of Case No. 1644, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV, Esquire, on the lands of Bay Club, LLC, requesting a special exception to establish a 434 site rental campground in the A-2 Agricultural District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(3), ZS 1202(c)(19) and ZS 1-318, located at 9122 Libertytown Road (MD Route 374), approximately 245 feet west of Pompano Lane, Tax Map 24, Parcel 114, in the Third Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS OCD-1/26/2t _________________________________ JON P. BULKELEY ESQ AYRES, JENKINS, GORDY & ALMAND, PA 6200 COASTAL HIGHWAY, SUITE 200 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16649 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF SAMUEL RUSHDI ZALATIMO AKA: SAM ZALATIMO Notice is given that Sherrie Lynn Pierce, 305 139th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842, was on January 12, 2017 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Samuel Rushdi Zalatimo who died on July 15, 2016, 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 12th day of July, 2017. 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 that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Sherrie Lynn Pierce Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills
Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: January 19, 2017 OCD-1/19/3t _________________________________
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS BOARD OF PORT WARDENS Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 106, “Waterways,” Article II – “Shoreline Development” of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Port Wardens Ordinance of Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD Thursday February 9, 2017 At 2:00 PM A request has been submitted to install 4 pole boatlift & 4 pole double jet-ski lift for chwd of 19’ from original blkhd located at 307 Blue Heron Ct Parcel #5313A Applicant: Ocean City Boatlifts & Marine Construction Inc. Owner: Anthony & Diane Cariello PW16-302 A request has been submitted to construct a 24.5’x6’ pier ext w/a 24.5’ parallel pier at end of the proposed extension to existing pier & install 33 lf of vinyl blkhd for 47’ chwd located at 616 32nd St Parcel # 4481 Applicant: McGinty Marine Construction Owner: Emmanuel Staurulakis PW16-305 A request has been submitted to relocate two boatlift pilings approximately 2’ inland from existing location Remove approx 3’ section of exiting pier Extend three (3) previously approved boatslips (PW16291) from 12’x13’ to 12’x26’ Construct a 3’x26’ finger pier All improvements/construction to be a max distance of 99’ chwd located at 5001 Coastal Hwy Parcel # 6838 Applicant: Odyssea Watersports Inc/McGinty Marine Owner: The Adkins Company PW16-306 A request has been submitted to construct a 6’x40’ perpendicular pier with a 5’x32’ parallel pier about halfway down, install 1 (one) boatlift & 1 (one) double PWC lift & install three (3) mooring pilings All construction will occur within 40’ of chwd located at 315 Tuna Ln Applicant: McGinty Marine Owner: William Manely PW17-001 A request has been submitted to install boatlift w/poles chwd of 18’ located at 321 N Heron Gull Ct Parcel
# 6062A Applicant: Ocean City Boatlifts & Marine Construction Inc Owner: Robert White PW17-002 A request has been submitted to install 32’of blkhd & 6’x15’ parallel pier located at 306 Oyster Ln Parcel # 8020A Applicant: Hidden Oak Farm LLC Owner: Our Front Porch Properties LLC/George & Tracy Sellers PW17-003 A request has been submitted to install 45’ of blkhd, 6’x30’ perpendicular pier & a 6’x28’ parallel pier Install one (1) boatlift & one (1) PWC lift w/all assoc poles Max chwd ext of 32’ located at 220 Beachcomber Ln Parcel # 8020A Applicant: Hidden Oak Farm LLC Owner: Allen Spencer PW17-004 A request has been submitted to install combination boatlift w/PWC lifts w/assoc poles chwd of 18.5’ located at 2205 Philadelphia Ave Slip 51 Parcel #4236 Applicant: Ocean City Boatlifts & Marine Construction Inc. Owner: Tarek Dagstani PW17-005 A request has been submitted to install boatlift w/4 poles into existing boatslip 20’ chwd of the community bdwlk located at 302 S Heron Gull Ct. Slip 85 Heron Harbour Section 4 Parcel # 6070A Applicant: Ocean City Boatlifts & Marine Construction Inc. Owner: Gregory & Susan Naylor PW17-006 OCD-1/26/2t _________________________________ LAW OFFICES OF D. KATHLEEN RUS D. KATHLEEN RUS ESQ 107010 YORK ROAD, SUITE 105 PARKTON, MD 21120
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 16805 Notice is given that the Register of Wills Court of York County, PA appointed Melissa Lawver, 6333 Hoff Road, Spring Grove, PA 17362; and Kelly Noel, 148 S. Allwood Drive, Hanover, PA 17331 as the Executorixs of the Estate of Richard D. Lawver who died on January 02, 2012 domiciled in Pennsylvania, USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is D. Kathleen Rus whose address is 17010 York Road, Suite 105, Parkton, MD 21120. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester County. 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
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PUBLIC NOTICES 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. Melissa Lawver Kelly Noel Foreign Personal Representatives Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: January 26, 2017 OCD-1/26/3t _________________________________ DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT AIR AND RADIATION MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATION
NOTICE OF TENTATIVE DETERMINATION, PUBLIC HEARING, AND OPPORTUNITY TO SUBMIT WRITTEN COMMENTS SECOND NOTICE The Department of the Environment, Air and Radiation Management Administration (ARMA) has completed its review of an application for a Permit to Construct submitted by US Wind, Inc. on August 12, 2016 for the installation of one (1) Meteorological Tower supporting the Maryland Offshore Wind Project. The proposed installation will be located at the Maryland Wind Energy Area (WEA), Atlantic Ocean, Offshore, Ocean City, Maryland. The issuance of the Permit-toConstruct for this facility will be the subject of a Public Hearing to be held on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at 6:30 p.m., at the Stephen Decatur Middle School Cafeteria, located at 9815 Seahawk Road, Berlin, MD, 21811. In the event the hearing is cancelled because of inclement weather, the backup hearing date is March 7, 2017 at the same location and time. Pursuant to Section 1-604, of the Environment Article, Annotated Code of Maryland, the Department has made a tentative determination that the Permit-to-Construct can be issued. A final determination on issuance of the permit will only be made after review of all pertinent information presented at the public hearing or received in written comments. Copies of the Department’s tentative determination, the application, the draft permit to construct with conditions, and other supporting documents are available for public inspection. Ask for Docket # 26-16 at the following locations during normal business hours. Maryland Department of the Environment Air and Radiation Management Administration
1800 Washington Boulevard Baltimore, Maryland 21230 Worcester County Library Ocean City Branch 10003 Coastal Highway Ocean City, MD, 21842 (410) 524-1818 (phone) Persons who wish to make a statement concerning this application at the hearing are requested to provide the Department with a copy of their statement. In lieu of oral statements at the hearing, written comments may be submitted at the time of the hearing or to the Department no later than Monday, March 6, 2017. Interested persons may request an extension to the public comment period. The extension request must be submitted in writing and must be received by the Department no later than Monday, March 6, 2017. The public comment period may only be extended one time for a 60-day period. All requests for an extension to the public comment period and all written comments should be directed to the attention of Ms. Shannon Heafey, Air Quality Permits Program, Air and Radiation Management Administration, 1800 Washington Boulevard, Baltimore, Maryland 21230. The Department will provide an interpreter for deaf and hearing impaired persons provided that a request is made for such service at least five (5) days prior to the hearing. Further information may be obtained by calling Ms. Shannon Heafey at 410-537-4433. George S. Aburn, Jr., Director Air and Radiation Management Administration OCD-2/2/1t _________________________________
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF BILL 16-6 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 16-6 (Zoning - Non-Agricultural Events at Wineries in the A-1 and A-2 Agricultural Districts) was introduced by Commissioner Church on December 20, 2016. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: § ZS 1-201(c)(10)(a). (Adds this new subparagraph to modify the special exception for wineries as part of a producing vineyard in the A-1 Agricultural District to permit as an accessory use the commercial hosting of non-agricultural functions and events including, but not limited to, wedding receptions, family reunions, birthday and anniversary celebrations, and other similar events; to permit an additional accessory building not exceeding three thousand square feet in area for such events; requires compliance with all building, fire, health, zoning, and environmental code requirements which apply to such structures that are not located on a farm; establishes minimum lot requirements for such uses including a minimum lot area
of five acres, lot width of at least two hundred feet, and front, side and rear yard setbacks of at least one hundred feet; and subject to the provisions of Section ZS 1-322 (Landscaping, buffering and screening requirements) and ZS 1-325 (Site plan review).) § ZS 1-202(c)(10)(a). (Adds this new subparagraph to modify the special exception for wineries as part of a producing vineyard in the A-2 Agricultural District to permit as an accessory use the commercial hosting of non-agricultural functions and events including, but not limited to, wedding receptions, family reunions, birthday and anniversary celebrations, and other similar events; to permit an additional accessory building not exceeding three thousand square feet in area for such events; requires compliance with all building, fire, health, zoning, and environmental code requirements which apply to such structures that are not located on a farm; establishes minimum lot requirements for such uses including a minimum lot area of five acres, lot width of at least two hundred feet, and front, side and rear yard setbacks of at least one hundred feet; and subject to the provisions of Section ZS 1-322 (Landscaping, buffering and screening requirements) and ZS 1-325 (Site plan review).)
business hours, or via the Bid tab on the Town’s website. Vendors are responsible for checking this website for addenda prior to submitting their bids. The Town of Ocean City is not responsible for the content of any Proposal Document received through any third party bid service. It is the sole responsibility of the vendor to ensure the completeness and accuracy of their Completed Proposal Documents. A pre-proposal meeting will be held on Monday, February 13, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in the Purchasing Department located at 204 65th Street, Bldg. A, Ocean City, MD 21842. Sealed Proposal Documents are due on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. and will be opened and read aloud. Completed Proposal Documents are to be submitted to the Town of Ocean City, Attn: Procurement Department, 204 65th Street, Bldg. A, Ocean City, MD 21842. Late Proposal Document will not be accepted. Minority vendors are encouraged to compete for award of the solicitation. OCD-2/2/1t _________________________________
A Public Hearing will be held on Bill 16-6 at the Commissioners' Meeting Room, Room 1101 - Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center and is available on the County Website at http://www.co.worcester.md.us/commissioners/legsltn.aspx . THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-2/2/2t _________________________________
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BID SOLICITATION Fireworks Displays The Town of Ocean City is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced vendors to provide Fireworks Displays as outlined in the specifications portion of the Proposal Documents. Proposal Documents for the Fireworks Displays may be obtained from the Town of Ocean City’s Procurement Department by either emailing the Procurement Manager, Catrice Parsons, at cparsons@oceancitymd.gov or by calling 410-723-6647 during normal
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BID SOLICITATION 50’ Christmas Tree The Town of Ocean City is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced vendors to provide one (1) 50’ Christmas Tree as outlined in the specifications portion of the Proposal Documents. Proposal Documents for the 50’ Christmas Tree may be obtained from the Town of Ocean City’s Procurement Department by either emailing the Procurement Manager, Catrice Parsons, at cparsons@oceancitymd.gov or by calling 410-723-6647 during normal business hours, or via the Bid tab on the Town’s website. Vendors are responsible for checking this website for addenda prior to submitting their bids. The Town of Ocean City is not responsible for the content of any Proposal Document received through any third party bid service. It is the sole responsibility of the vendor to ensure the completeness and accuracy of their Completed Proposal Documents. A pre-proposal meeting will be held on Monday, February 13, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. in the Purchasing Department located at 204 65th Street, Bldg. A, Ocean City, MD 21842. Sealed Proposal Documents are due on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at 1:30 p.m. and will be opened and read aloud. Completed Proposal Documents are to be submitted to the Town of Ocean City, Attn: Procurement Department, 204 65th Street, Bldg. A, Ocean City, MD 21842. Late Proposal Document will not be accepted. Minority vendors are encouraged
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BID SOLICITATION PAC Variable Message Sign The Town of Ocean City is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced vendors to provide a Variable Message Sign for the Performing Arts Center at the Convention Center as outlined in the specifications portion of the Proposal Documents. Proposal Documents for the PAC Variable Message Sign project may be obtained from the Town of Ocean City’s Procurement Department by either e-mailing the Procurement Manager, Catrice Parsons, at cparsons@oceancitymd.gov or by calling 410-723-6647 during normal business hours, or via the Bid tab on the Town’s website. Vendors are responsible for checking this website for addenda prior to submitting their bids. The Town of Ocean City is not responsible for the content of any Proposal Document received through any third party bid service. It is the sole responsibility of the vendor to ensure the completeness and accuracy of their Completed Proposal Documents. A pre-proposal meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 08, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the Convention Center located at 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842. Sealed Proposal Documents are due on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. and will be opened and read aloud. Completed Proposal Documents are to be submitted to the Town of Ocean City, Attn: Procurement Department, 204 65th Street, Bldg. A, Ocean City, MD 21842. Late Proposal Document will not be accepted. Minority vendors are encouraged to compete for award of the solicitation. OCD-2/2/1t _________________________________
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF BILL 16-7 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 16-7 (Zoning - Commercial Non-Agricultural Functions in Agricultural Structures and Lands in the A-1 and A-2 Agricultural Districts) was introduced by Commissioner Church on December 20, 2016. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: § ZS 1-201(c)(33). (Renumbers the current subsection 33 to subsection 34 and adds this new subsection to permit on a farm, by special exception in the A-1 Agricultural District, the accessory use of a principal agricultural structure or use of land for the commercial hosting of non-agri-
The Mayor and City Council, a public community transit service provider in Ocean City, Maryland, is offering the opportunity for a public hearing to provide citizens a forum to present views on the following proposals: FY 2018 Annual Transportation Plan (ATP). The ATP contains requests for operating funds from the following programs: Section 5311 of the Federal Transit Act, which provides funds for general public transit service in rural areas; Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) program, which provides funds for federally required para transit services for persons with disabilities. In addition, capital funds will be requested for the following items: ITEM Public Works Campus Plan Construction One (1) year preventative maintenance and repairs including parts and labor for rolling stock Twenty (20) 40’ heavy duty bus replacements One (1) ADA para transit van replacement Transit fleet tracking system and accessory components including 5 year operating costs Two (2) 60’ heavy duty articulating buses Three (3) ADA accessible transit support vehicles Replace Park N Ride parking lot light fixtures with LED retrofit energy efficient units Transit bus bike racks Transit passenger shelter parts Transit station benches TOTAL
TOTAL $15,209,372 $785,000 $9,352,000 $65,611 $1,800,000 $1,410,000 $180,000 $90,000 $155,000 $25,000 $20,000 $29,091,983
A Public Hearing will be held upon request. Requests for a Public Hearing must be in writing and will be received until 4 p.m. on Friday, February 24, 2017. Requests for a Public Hearing and/or other written comments should be sent to the following address and clearly marked “Public Hearing Comments”: Ocean City Transportation 204 65th Street, Building E Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Written comments can also be emailed to: Mr. Mark D. Rickards at mdrickards@oceancitymd.gov In the event it is requested, a Public Hearing will be held on: Monday, March 6, 2017 6:00 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers 301 Baltimore Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 If special assistance is required at the Public Hearing, contact Ocean City Transportation, Administrative Assistant, at 410-723-2174 prior to 4 p.m. on Friday, February 24, 2017. OCD-2/2/5t ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ cultural functions and events including, but not limited to, wedding receptions, family reunions, birthday and anniversary celebrations, and other similar events; such uses must be clearly accessory and subordinate to the principal agricultural structure or use of the property; requires that the structure for such use shall comply with all building, fire, health, zoning, and environmental code requirements which apply to such structures that are not located on a farm; establishes minimum lot requirements for such structures and uses including a minimum lot area of five acres, lot width of at least two hundred feet, and front, side and rear yard setbacks of at least one hundred feet; and subject to the provisions of Section ZS 1-325 - Site plan review.) § ZS 1-202(c)(45). (Renumbers the current subsection 45 to subsection 46 and adds this new subsection
to permit on a farm, by special exception in the A-2 Agricultural District, the accessory use of a principal agricultural structure or use of land for the commercial hosting of non-agricultural functions and events including, but not limited to, wedding receptions, family reunions, birthday and anniversary celebrations, and other similar events; such uses must be clearly accessory and subordinate to the principal agricultural structure or use of the property; requires that the structure for such use shall comply with all building, fire, health, zoning, and environmental code requirements which apply to such structures that are not located on a farm; establishes minimum lot requirements for such structures and uses including a minimum lot area of five acres, lot width of at least two hundred feet, and front, side and rear yard setbacks of at least one hundred feet; and subject to the pro-
visions of Section ZS 1-325 - Site plan review.) A Public Hearing will be held on Bill 16-7 at the Commissioners' Meeting Room, Room 1101 - Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center and is available on the County Website at http://www.co.worcester.md.us/commissioners/legsltn.aspx . THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-2/2/2t _________________________________
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PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF BILL 17-1 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 17-1 (Zoning - Separation Distances for Antennas, Towers and Telecommunications Uses) was introduced by Commissioners Bertino, Bunting, Church, Elder, Lockfaw and Purnell on January 17, 2017. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: § ZS 1-343(b)(2)B.1. (Repeals and reenacts this subparagraph to add additional siting requirements to the standards for monopoles, freestanding towers and guyed towers under the standards and provisions for antennas, towers and telecommunications uses in the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance to permit the required separation distance for such structures and uses to an existing or permitted residential structure on an adjacent lot to be reduced to not less than five hundred feet as a special exception where the proposed telecommunication site is located within a high demand transportation corridor, which is defined as the area between lines extending one thousand feet parallel to the centerline of a State Highway with an annual average daily traffic volume exceeding ten thousand trips per day as shown on the most recent maps published by the State Highway Administration Data Services Engineering Division for Worcester County.) A Public Hearing will be held on Bill 17-1 at the Commissioners' Meeting Room, Room 1101 - Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center and is available on the County Website at http://www.co.worcester.md.us/commissioners/legsltn.aspx . THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-2/2/2t _________________________________
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Transfer of a Class "A" B/W 7 Day License From Monya, Inc. to Village Market Spirits, Inc. and an Upgrade in Type of License from a Class "A" BEERWINE to a Class: "A" BEER-WINELIQUOR License: 7 Day By: Richard Jackson Smith, Jr., 315 N. Heron Gull Court, Ocean City, MD 21842; Call: 410-723-6397 ~ Fax: 410-723-6511 or E-mail: legals@oceancitytoday.net
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and Azezeh Ramadan, 12646 Whisper Trace Drive, Ocean City, MD 21842. For: Village Market Spirits, Inc. For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Village Market Beer, Wine & Liquor 1816 Philadelphia Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Formerly: Monya, Inc. There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 15, 2017 @ 1:00 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-2/2/2t _________________________________
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for Transfer of Location of a Class "B" B/W 7 Day License From 207 A N. Atlantic Avenue to 211 N. Atlantic Avenue and for a Downgrade in Type of License From a Class "B" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR to a Class: "B" BEER-WINE License: 7 Day By: Jacqueline Eaton Ball, 10314 Longview Court, Ocean City, Maryland 21842. For: Wescon Corporation For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Conner's Restaurant 211 N. Atlantic Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 15, 2017 @ 1:15 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-2/2/2t _________________________________
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for Transfer of Location of a Class "B" B/W 7 Day License From 211 N. Atlantic Avenue to 207 N. Atlantic Avenue and an Upgrade in Type of License From a Class "B" BEER-WINE to a Class: "B" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day By: Phil Houck, 1582 Teal Drive, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; and Michele Knopp, 12941 Motter Road, Ocean City, Maryland 21842. For: Houck & Houck For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Bull on the Beach 207 N. Atlantic Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 15, 2017 @ 1:25 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for Class: "B" BEERWINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day By: McMahon Connor, 203 N. Tyrone Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21212; Todd Stephen Hays, 220 Purlington Road, Timonium, Maryland 21093; and Joshua Kotis, 326 Williams Street Unit #206, Berlin, Maryland 21811. For: 15th Street AUCE, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Cluckin Crab 1500 Philadelphia Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 15, 2017 @ 1:35 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-2/2/2t _________________________________
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for an Upgrade in Type of License From a Class "A" BEERWINE to a Class: "A" BEER-WINELIQUOR License: 7 Day By: Walid Saleh, 10114 Godspeed Drive, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Natalie Saleh, 10114 Godspeed Drive, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Ghassan lssa Neshawat, 12622 Old Bridge Road, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; and Taghrid S. Neshawat, 12622 Old Bridge Road, Ocean City, Maryland 21842. For. OC Dollar Store, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: OC Dollar Store 203 N. Philadelphia Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 15, 2017 @ 1:50 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-2/2/2t _________________________________
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Change in Class of License AND Upgrade in Type of License From a Class "B" BEERWINE to a Class: "A" BEER-WINELIQUOR License: 7 Day By: Mahmoud A. Alhamad, 209 Barbary Coast Drive, Berlin, Maryland 21811; and Shadi Mohammad Hasan, 209 Barbary Coast Drive, Berlin, Maryland 21811. For: ADHAM, Inc.
For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Seaside Deli Beer, Wine and Liquor 7207 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 15, 2017 @ 2:05 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-2/2/2t _________________________________
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class: "A" BEERWINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day By: Lloyd Gene Martin, 13520 Holly Lane, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Richard Stephen Currence, 10045 Bonita Drive, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; and Stephen NMN Van Wijk, 611 142ND Street, Ocean City, Maryland 21842. For: Ocean City Square Beer, Wine And Liquor, Inc. For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Ocean City Square Beer, Wine and Liquor 11803 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 15, 2017 @ 2:35 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-2/2/2t _________________________________ JAMES W. ALMAND ESQ AYRES JENKINS GORDY & ALMAND, PA 6200 COASTAL HIGHWAY, SUITE 200 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16804 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF GLADYS KELLY BURNS Notice is given that Robert K. Burns, 29803 Beach Air Landing Road, Dagsboro, DE 19939, was on January 26, 2017 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Gladys Kelly Burns who died on December 20, 2016, 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 26th day of July, 2017. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned per-
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PUBLIC NOTICES sonal 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 that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Robert K. Burns Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House
Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: February 02, 2017 OCD-2/2/3t _________________________________ AYRES, JENKINS, GORDY & ALMAND, PA WILLIAM E. ESHAM III ESQ 11047 RACETRACK ROAD P.O. BOX 1244 BERLIN, MD 21811
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 16803 Notice is given that the Register of Wills court of Philadelphia, PA appointed Timothy M. Fair, 52 Biscayne Boulevard, West Deptford, NJ 08096 as the Executor of the Estate of Catherine M. Fair who died on October 28, 2016 domiciled in Pennsylvania, USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is William E. Esham III whose address is 11047
Racetrack Road, Berlin, MD 21811. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester County. 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. Timothy M. Fair Foreign Personal Representative Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills
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NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 16817 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF BRUCE CALDWELL Notice is given that Susan S. Caldwell, 12243 Meadow Drive, Berlin, MD 21811, was on January 27, 2017 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Bruce Caldwell who died on December 31, 2016, 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 shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them 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) Thirty days 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 claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Susan S. Caldwell Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Charlotte K. Cathell One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: February 02, 2017 OCD-2/2/1t _________________________________
Commentary
Aquarium makes good on promise
After promising in late December to do the right thing, Baltimore National Aquarium officials made good on their pledge this week by withdrawing a nomination of Baltimore Canyon as a marine sanctuary because of the absence of local support. What needs to be made clear, however, is that the lack of an endorsement by the local angling community and political officials was not a slap at the aquarium itself, which is acknowledged by coastal residents as one of the state’s signiture attractions. That’s what was troubling about opposing its sponsorship of the sanctuary. In a way, it was akin to telling a friend he or she is wrong, but doing it in a fashion that doesn’t ruin the friendship. Neither should the opposition expressed locally be construed by advocates of the canyon’s sanctuary status as an anti-environmental stand. This was all about maintaining access to fishing grounds enjoyed by generations of people who either live or have visited here over the years. Although few people anywhere know much about the deep sea coral beds that the aquarium wanted to protect, there is no doubt that resort area residents, businesses and political figures would lead the opposition against any venture that threatened to disturb them. Although the aquarium’s aim was never to prohibit sportfishing, the federal law that allows marine sanctuaries to be created contains no provision that could be invoked to guarantee fishing privileges in perpetuity. Further, as a number of East Coast congressmen argued in their letter of opposition to this and a proposed Hudson Canyon sanctuary, the law does not require sanctuary managers to base their decisions about what can and cannot be done on scientific interests. They could, conceivably, ban fishing outright at some point without having to offer any scientific justification. The law’s flexibility on that point would leave uncharted the future recreational use of a Baltimore Canyon sanctuary. That, not the aquarium’s approach or its eager pursuit of its objective, was the sticking point locally. As it is, aquarium officials were as good as their word, and we appreciate it.
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Super Bowl food safety
By Stewart Dobson Editor/Publisher If there’s one thing we need to do this weekend, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, it is to practice the “New Tradition” of safe food-handling techniques before, during and after the Super Bowl. As it happens, I’ve always liked New Traditions, because the old ones are so … traditional. You know, the holiday traditions have been around forever, as has the family vacation tradition, so it just makes sense to switch things up and celebrate new ones, like safe food handling. If someone were to say to me as the 2017 calendar winds down, “What’re gonna do for New Year’s?” I’d respond, “I’ll be handling food safely. It’s a new tradition.” Amazing as it may sound, it just so happens that I was thinking of food handling when I came across the email from the USDA advising me of that. “You know,” I said to myself as I put aside my laptop and set my recliner into the “Pointless Musing,” mode, which is one notch up from “Purposely Unresponsive,” “I think I’m going to observe Safe Food Handling Sunday. What a coincidence.” Anyway, this USDA bulletin suggests that many millions of people have been or will be missing the last half of the football championship because they have failed to understand that raw chicken is not fingerlicking good. Consequently, they are otherwise occupied during the latter portions of the game. You might say they have converted Super Bowl Sunday afternoon into Super Bowel Sunday night, or that they turned a day of football into a digestive tract and field event. In any case, the USDA says the thing to
do is use a food thermometer on everything you eat during the Super Bowl, an assertion about an insertion that has left me somewhat puzzled. I cannot for the life of me figure out where the thermometer might go in a Cheese Doodle. Further, would you have to test every doodle or would, say, a 2 percent randomly selected sample suffice? I mean, if the small percent approach is good enough for national opinion polls, I don’t see why it wouldn’t work on Cheese Doodles. The fact is, in addition to understanding that raw chicken is not good for you — seen any chicken sushi lately? — I have also learned a thing or two about safe food handling that I will now share. • Do not fall asleep with a sandwich in your hand if you have a dog. • Do not eat black raspberry ice cream if you are sleepy and are wearing a white shirt. • Do not eat Raisinets while lying flat on your back on the sofa or in your chair, unless you’re prepared to cough them out like bullets should they begin to teeter between the right place and the wrong place. • After eating Raisinets in your chair or sofa, always check for escapees, especially if you plan to sit on that same chair or sofa the next morning before going to work. • Orange crumbs are not your friends. Okay, maybe they’re your friends, but others may not be so inclined. • If you’re having chicken wings, it’s always good to cook them first, do not fall asleep with one in your hand and do not eat them while lying in the prone position. Unlike flying Raisinets, a chicken wing won’t go far enough to allow you to blame it on someone else.
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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 3, 2017) The Worcester County Food Drive held this week sought not just to gather sustenance, but also to heighten awareness of the people among us who are going hungry. For the last four years, Worcester County Volunteer Services has worked with the Maryland Food Bank to place collection barrels at various county buildings during the last week in January. Jennifer Small, managing director Maryland Food Bank Eastern Shore branch, said the support might not go where people suspect. “The stereotype used to be someone who needed the resources from the food bank was homeless, but that’s not what we are seeing,” she said. “We are seeing the middle class, what we call the working poor, who are barely making enough to make ends meet.” For people trying to juggle mortgages, medical expenses, among other financial hurdles, food tends to be the last priority, Small said. “They’re just above the threshold to not qualify for federal assistance, food stamps for example. Those are the individuals and families that are falling through the cracks that the Maryland Food Bank is trying to access resources to help,” she said. Kelly Brinkley, county volunteer services manager, in a press release for the food drive, noted that cold weather often adds another challenge. “Thus far, 2017 has been a very difficult winter for those who live on fixed incomes,” she said. “Often leaving them to make hard choices, like choosing between buying food and keeping warm.” Small said in fiscal year 2016 approximately 46,000 Eastern Shore residents were “food-insecure,” in other words not certain where or when they might get their next meal. “What it equates to on the Eastern
Shore is one in seven adults are food-insecure,” she said. Brinkley said children represent about a third of the total number of people who must scramble to be fed and about 13 percent of Worcester County’s population falls in that category. “Thirty eight percent of these families fail to qualify for federal or state assistance because on paper they do not meet the minimum standards,” she said. In 2009, when Small joined the food bank, the Salisbury-based program distributed more than a million pounds of food. “This past year, we pushed out 5.9 million pounds of food into the territory,” she said. “You take that 5.9 million pounds, it’s almost five million meals.” Despite the millions of meals served, Small said her group estimates food insecure Eastern Shore residents still miss more than eight million meals per year. “We’ve kind of stayed the same as far as need,” she said. “There’s still a lot of work to be done.” Small said the food bank couldn’t function without its network partners, in many instances faith-based groups who operate soup kitchens and food pantries. “They’re getting the food, they’re taking it back to their communities and they’re distributing to the hungry,” she said. “We have over 160 of those partners in the 8 counties that we service. They enable us to provide about 13,000 meals per day.” Although the Worcester County Food Drive ends this week, Small said her group is always looking for support from groups, businesses or even individuals. “They can contact us directly and we can pair them with one of the Maryland Food Bank partners in their area,” she said. “If they raise it locally, they want to make sure they keep it there locally.” For more information, call the food bank at 410-742-0050 or email small@mdfoodbank.org.
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(Feb. 3, 2017) In May 2015, SVN Miller Commercial Real Estate senior advisors John McClellan and Ben Alder were retained by Perdue Farms to represent them in the sale of the remaining real property assets in the former Showell Poultry Complex. The property, comprised of 740 acres, had been owned by Perdue since it was acquired in 1995. The land is located throughout Showell and Bishopville in Maryland, and includes one parcel in Delaware. Zoning ranges from agricultural to heavy industrial. After more than 18 months of work, the last parcel was sold on Dec. 15, 2016. The total efforts resulted in six separate transactions involving five different buyers. Total sales were $3.65 million. “We are grateful to Perdue for having
the confidence to give us a project of such magnitude,” McClellan said. “Our partnership with Perdue Farms has proven to be prosperous for all parties involved.” For more details about this transaction, contact McClellan at john.mcclellan@svn.com or Alder at ben@svnlandgroup.com, or call 410543-2440. SVN - Miller Commercial Real Estate, with offices in Salisbury, Annapolis and Bethesda, in Maryland, and Seaford and Wilmington, Delaware, is a financial services firm specializing in commercial real estate. It provides advisory, brokerage, consultation, leasing and asset and property management services to clients in Maryland, Delaware and Virginia.
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