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Broken water main bill hits $135,000 City, gas line drilling company discuss who’s going to pay

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) The cost of last month’s water main break on Philadelphia Avenue near 16th Street is roughly $135,000, according to early estimates, and Ocean City is trying to make Chesapeake Utilities, the company that hired the subcontractor that hit the line, pay for it.

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Manager Eric Lagstrom put Chesapeake Utilities on notice for an insurance claim for damages exceeding $100,000.

Chesapeake Utilities is the parent company of Sandpiper Energy, which is installing a natural gas main in the resort.

“We have completed our investigation … [and] we have determined the break in the water main was a result of your contractor’s negligence,” Lagstrom said in a letter to company officials.

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OC’s ‘Mr. Zoning’ heads to R-1 (retirement zone) Blaine Smith knows stopping won’t be easy after 51 years

SUNDAY SPANIELS During an impromptu spaniel convention on the Boardwalk last Sunday (top) Ozi, left, and Armani welcome Penny to the gathering, and then devote their attention to the day’s featured speakers by giving them the infamous spaniel eye treatment. The holiday weekend’s unseasonablely warm weather also brought crowds of two-legged visitors to town, a few of whom even ventured out on the beach for that warm February sun.

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By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) When Zoning Administrator R. Blaine Smith retires next Tuesday, he’s not planning to end his commitment to Ocean City completely.

“I honestly dread [leaving]. A part of it is I turned 70, so it’s time, but I don’t want to rush it,” he said.

“We’re talking about 51 years of involvement. I’m born, raised and rooted here. I don’t see myself walking away without giving a contribution to the town.”

A Whaleyville native, Smith’s Eastern Shore roots have shaped his career and kept him close to Worcester County. He started his career in 1966 as an architecture draftsman for E.S. Adkins & Company in Salisbury. Three years later, he took his first

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government job doing technical drawings and computer programming for NASA at Wallops Island.

Smith left NASA a year and a half later when it asked him to relocate, and in 1969 he replied to a help-wanted ad for an assistant zoning administrator and building inspector in Ocean City.

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By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) Trial dates have been set for two men who were charged in connection with the August boating accident that killed 9year-old Kaden Frederick, who was struck multiple times by the boat’s propeller after he fell from the bow of the boat.

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Drill stuck in road days before break, city says Continued from Page 1 director of gas operations, engineering and supply for Chesapeake Utilities said that the company was awaiting the city’s conclusions.

“Safety is our top priority and we’re committed to maintaining a good partnership with the Town of Ocean City,” Redd said.

Around 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 20, Sandpiper subcontractor Chesapeake Trenching was boring into the road around 16th Street and Philadelphia Avenue, when equipment struck the 24-inch water main.

For the next 12 hours, city staff rerouted traffic, checked to see if other utility lines were nearby, inspected the neighboring buildings, and replaced the broken pipe. During all this, residents in a two-block area were without water.

Roadwork repairs ended on Jan. 27.

Breaking down the total cost estimates, city employee labor costs come out to $20,830, which includes

$11,400 of overtime. Contracted services cost $113,460 and supplies for repairs cost $352.

Public Works Director Hal Adkins and his staff met with Sandpiper and Chesapeake Trenching the Monday after the main broke, but discussions on who was at fault remained unresolved.

Construction Manager Woody Vickers said it was revealed at the meeting that Chesapeake Trenching had gotten its drill head stuck on Jan. 17 while boring from 16th Street south to 14th Street.

“They were using a reamer to cut a hole so they could pull the gas main through it. The drill head got stuck, so they disconnected the drill rod and left it in the ground,” Vickers said. “They found a bigger machine and resumed work on Friday. We weren’t informed when this happened.”

According to the city, Chesapeake Trenching did not excavate the area around the drill head to see why it got

Kaden Frederick, 9, killed after being struck by prop Continued from Page 3 knew passengers were sitting on the bow, but could not see Frederick from the boat’s controls.

Healey was only alerted to the boy’s fall only when passengers began screaming, according to the report.

Frederick was one of 17 people on a pontoon boat returning from a family outing on Assateague Island on Aug. 17, 2016. The boy was one of four riding with their legs dangling from the bow, when he apparently fell overboard and was run over by the vessel.

Bow riding is illegal in Maryland.

Tyler Barnes, 33, the operator of Ocean City Watersports LLC, was also

charged with negligent operation of a vessel, two counts of failing to have required safety equipment on board, renting a boat lacking required safety equipment and failure to keep records. According to Maryland’s online case search, Barnes has a trial date set for April 18.

If Barnes chooses to plead guilty to the charges, the cumulative fine would be $640, according to a Department of Natural Resources press release.

His case was transferred to Worcester District Court, where a preliminary hearing has been scheduled for Feb. 24 at 9 a.m. in Snow Hill.

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During that meeting with city officials and gas company representatives, Chesapeake Trenching also argued that the utility lines were not properly marked. The 24-inch main also is on an angle, leaning to the left as it travels north, making it tricky for drilling.

A third party, D.D. & Associates, had made several requests through Miss Utility to mark the utility lines from 14th to 16th Streets with the intention to drill and install a natural gas main.

In line with Sandpiper’s numerous permit delays before crossing the Isle of Wight Bay, the ticket requests were made on Nov. 28, 2016, Dec. 20, 2016 and Jan. 10, 2017. According to records, Public Works had completed each of those requests the day after they were filed. The water main was the only utility line in that area.

Vickers said that markings were made on the road that represented where the main started and ended, as well as etchings that showed that it was at a slant.

“We located it to the best of our abilities, and I don’t know if they were off since the road dug up from where they were,” he said.

Another issue is that Chesapeake Trenching resumed work on a Friday.

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Like with all utility contractors in Ocean City, Sandpiper Energy has a bond of $300,000 in place. Lagstrom said Ocean City will still be pursuing an insurance claim, as the bond is financial assurance that the company has the means to finish the job and won’t leave town until it’s done.

Last summer, the City Council briefly imposed a moratorium on private contractors using directional boring for projects. Councilman Dennis Dare campaigned for the ban after a different Sandpiper subcontractor had nicked a storm drain pipe on 93rd Street and caused a sinkhole in the newly paved road.

“This is exactly what I’m concerned about,” Dare said this week. “It even happened on 139th Street last week, where it looked like we hit a lateral sewage line. The reason we use directional boring is that it’s less costly, but I don’t know if that’s the case considering the repair costs.”

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Administrator steps back to focus on family Continued from Page 1 City’s future – resulted from the devastating storm that struck the island in March 1962. Officials had sought federal funding to continue its rebuilding effort, but before it could be obtained, it needed to create a comprehensive plan that would outline the buildout of the city. It accomplished that in 1968 and then needed to take measures to enforce it. “We had up to 30 streets as a town before the storm,� Smith said. “As a result of the storm, we annexed the land all the way up to the Delaware line. With the federal money, we extended our water and sewer infrastructure.�

Smith held the post until 1971, and processed permits for Highpoint South Condominium on 112nd Street, the Covington Towers on 130th Street and Calypso on 62nd Street

during his time there.

He left in 1972 to become the county’s zoning administrator, a post he held until 1977. During that span, Smith had a hand in Ocean Pines’ development by approving permits for subdivisions.

Smith returned to the private sector by working with Purnell Inc., but kept his association with government by serving on the Worcester County Planning Commission for another 15 years. “I stayed connected, and I don’t give up,� he said with a grin.

A turning point for Smith came when he was working with a developer to create Heron Harbor Isle and came to the council to seek a permit adjustment. “Mayor [Roland] Powell stood and led the council in prayer, and I was inspired,� he said. “My background is

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Christian and for a governing body to call upon God for leadership and guidance, I appreciate that. “My belief is in trust and respect for each other,� Smith continued. “The thing about Ocean City is that it’s an international market with all the people who come this way. If you can respect all of that, you can communicate. It matters to me in how I serve and connect to people.�

Smith got the job of zoning analyst in 1985, and stayed. In his time, he’s seen Ocean City rise from dirt roads uptown and few sidewalks to a booming investment opportunity and major East Coast resort and a flourishing residential community. “In the 1960s after Labor Day, there was no one in this town. Now we’ve become more year-round and have events like Winterfest to bring people here,� he said. “I feel privileged I had the opportunity to participate this. But it wasn’t just one person – a lot of it is the mayor and council, planning commission, zoning appeals. There’s so many people that take part in the quality of the town.�

Smith also has been involved in several national organizations, including the American Association of Code Enforcement, Coding Enforcement and Zoning Officials Association for Maryland and was a member of the Maryland Municipal League’s legislative committee.

Survey sent out to Boardwalk merchants on night fireworks

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) Responding to the Ocean City Council’s desire to know how Boardwalk merchants feel about the timing of the summer beach fireworks shows, the Boardwalk Development Association has sent a survey to business operators asking if they would prefer scheduling them later at night.

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In the days leading up to his retirement, Smith has been looking to the future. As the zoning analyst position had yet to be filled, he might stay on part-time to help with the transition.

Since heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a resident, Smith cannot serve on city advisory commissions. But he did throw his name in the ring for potential Ocean City Development Corporation board members. There, he could use his encyclopedic knowledge of the city and codes to help the private organization revitalize the resort 17th Street south. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That way, it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be cold turkey,â&#x20AC;?

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The survey will also determine whether their opinions line up with the five business owners who discussed the matter with the Tourism Commission last Thursday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The merchants were in agreement that this value-added event is hurting the businesses,â&#x20AC;? said association Chair Vicki Barrett. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As far as businesses are concerned, when the fireworks start, their night is over.â&#x20AC;?

TEAM Productions has been putting on a series of free events, including the fireworks, for five years as a way to add to visitor experience. The fireworks show run on Mondays and Tuesdays at 10 p.m. in season.

Last week, the Tourism Commission initially recommended moving the firework show to 11 p.m., based on the request from Quiet Storm retail owner Bill Dreibelbis. But Council Secretary Mary Knight asked to table that recommendation because the commission had heard from just four business owners.

Councilman John Gehrig pushed to set the time an hour later, while Councilman Matt James suggested a compromise of 10:30 p.m. Both suggestions died during the Feb. 14 work See EARLY Page 7

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AGH searches for venue funding

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Feb. 24, 2017) While a bold, statewide strategy in Annapolis adopted by the Maryland Hospital Association could have paid off big for Atlantic General Hospital’s new cancer center, the local hospital ended up with about half of the requested $1.3 million and a plan to make up for the shortfall.

According to Michael Franklin, chief executive officer, AGH submitted its funding proposal through the regular funding process, which usually ends up with a share of about $5 million in total each year. During the past few years, Franklin said, participating hospitals have ended up not using all the available funding.

This led to a more ambitious request, as member hospitals’ needs grew, to nearly $9 million this year, he said.

“If it were successful it would have resulted in $1.3 million for AGH, but

it resulted in a little better than half,” Franklin said.

During a press conference in Salisbury two weeks ago, Gov. Larry Hogan announced a commitment from his office of about $681,000 for AGH’s cancer center. The Regional Cancer Care Center is a proposed 18,000square-foot facility on the hospital’s main campus at the corner of Route 113 and Old Ocean City Boulevard.

Services proposed to be included at the center include outpatient chemotherapy, hematology, general medical oncology and radiation oncology physicians, PET scanning, education and support facilities, telemedicine capabilities and a private boutique for education and supplies unique to cancer treatment patients.

Franklin said the center’s groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for July, with the facility coming online by March 2018.

“It’s enough to get started,” Franklin said. “We’re waiting until

Early talks have suggestion for later, others to weigh in Continued from Page 6 session, leaving the start time in limbo.

Two days later, the Boardwalk Development Association met with Dreibelbis, Brooks and Chris Trimper of Trimper’s Rides and Amusements and Steve Pastusak of the Jolly Roger.

Association member Stephanie Meehan, who runs the Funcade on Ninth Street, also weighed in.

Barrett said that after an hour and a half discussion, the association would tentatively recommend setting the fireworks show at 11 p.m. since the peak time for nighttime Boardwalk business is 9:30 to 10:30 p.m.

“We know it’s too late for a family resort, but the businesses are paying hundreds of thousands for a Boardwalk space and can’t afford to lose the business,” she said.

There could also be a different experience, depending on the types of

Boardwalk businesses. City staff and councilmembers argued that food vendors see sales increase because patrons buy food while watching the show. But people in retail shops could drop what they are considering buying to see the fireworks. Special Event Superintendent Frank Miller is working on a study to evaluate all variables for the free events.

In the meantime, the association will not make a solid recommendation to the council until it hears from other Boardwalk businesses. Barrett said that discussions on the free events started a month ago and had different stakeholders involved than the Feb. 16 meeting where the tentative recommendation was made.

“Some of them don’t like the fireworks at all, some of them wanted them moved,” she said. “We’re sending out the survey to 90 businesses to see what their thoughts are on this.”

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Franklin said he wouldn’t be able to reapply to the state to get this particular project funded, so the money has to come from elsewhere.

“The remainder has to come from our campaign and how we typically fund these sorts of projects,” he said.

Those mechanisms can be a little obscure, but the process is generally a two-pronged approach drawing from what Franklin calls “operational reserves” and public fundraising.

AGH is a nonprofit hospital, and so the leftover money from revenues and expenditures must go into “expanding services to the community,” Franklin said, rather than going into shareholders’ pockets. Most of the money in operational reserves comes from that source, he said.

This spring, Franklin said the cancer center would join a few other projects as the hospital launches a $10 million campaign later this spring.

“The $10 million in funding will lead us to about $35 million in investment,” he said.

Expansions of both emergency and operating room services are included in the campaign. Franklin said the fundraising effort has already been underway for private investors for a while now, and has collected between $2.5 and $3 million already.

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By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) Instead of the downtown parking garage that has been discussed for years, Ocean City government will attempt to alleviate the parking shortage with several smaller lots, including one created where the Worcester Street water tower once stood.

The cleared space can hold 30 new parking spaces and would generate $39,000 in revenue per year, preliminary studies show. City Engineer Terry McGean said it could be created by this summer, unlike other tentative lots that were proposed through the council’s recent moves for capital projects.

Other properties purchases – the Post Office on Philadelphia Avenue and the Second Street lot – were made with the city’s need for summertime parking in mind. The Post Office, once the five-year lease is up, could generate 60 spaces. When the Whiteside tram facility is moved to Second Street, it would free up parking on South Division Street.

The three lots in all would create 163 spaces – a sizable step to decrease the need for downtown parking in the summertime.

A study commissioned by the council in 2008 determined that the downtown area was short roughly 300 spaces during peak times, given estimates of supply and demand by tourists. That number was predicted to rise to 500 within 20 years if the current pattern of growth holds.

The council at the time had debated constructing a parking garage on Worcester Street, not far where the new parking lot has been proposed.

The structure would have been five stories with 500-600 parking spaces.

Estimates for that project ranged from $13 to $15 million. In comparison, the Public Works Campus parking garage, which would be five stories, have a helipad and hold 350 spaces for city employees, would cost $3.25 million.

When the recession hit, the downtown project was shelved and has been collecting dust since.

“The problem with the study is that it showed that the garage would only be used on weekend evenings, which would make it revenue neutral,” McGean said.

In a typical downtown situation, peak times would be from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. But Ocean City needs to fill the inlet lot first – and that happens only on the high tourism days.

McGean said the parking garage’s price tag would be another issue.

“We would need a funding mechanism in place,” which would have been difficult to do, he said.

Councilman Dennis Dare, who served as city manager during the time the project was discussed, said that the council is moving away from the parking garage and toward smaller distributed lots as a solution.

“We can’t justify building something like that for 10 nights out of 365,” Dare said. “But to make a simple question even more complicated, there’s also mass transit and traffic flow to consider.”

Dare pointed out that visitors use the Park & Ride in West Ocean City, and take the bus in. That in turn, increases the town’s revenues through bus fares and decreases congestion.

“If we make parking more available and affordable, there’s more cars out on the streets, which creates more traffic,” he said. “That and the limited need for the garage is not a sufficient enough reason for it.”

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Crime continues downward trend in 2016, report shows Some major incidents rose from 2015, but could be attributed to summer swell

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) Crime rates in Ocean City have continued to drop, according to the Ocean City Police Department’s 2016 annual report presented to the City Council by Chief Ross Buzzuro.

“This is my fourth [year] and it could be the best yet,” Buzzuro told the council during Tuesday’s session.

Based on Uniform Crime Reporting statistics, which are submitted yearly to the FBI, major crimes in the resort dropped 14 percent from the five-year average of incidents. The report measures major offenses such as homicide, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, simple assault, burglary, larceny and motor vehicle theft.

In 2016, Ocean City recorded 1,907 offenses. The five year average records 2,209 offenses.

Aggravated assaults, which averaged 61 a year for the past five years, dropped to 48 in 2016, a 14 percent reduction.

Burglaries dropped 23 percent, going from 185 incidents in the fiveyear average to 142 last year. On track with that statistic were reductions in larceny and motor vehicles in the past years of 24 percent and 14 percent, respectively.

Moving past the average, overall major crimes were on a downward trend with each year. In 2015, which had the lowest crime rate reported in 25 years, 2,028 offenses were recorded.

Not all crimes have trended positively. Forcible rape offenses grew from nine in 2015 to 14 last year, showing a 55 percent increase. OCPD reported a 64 percent increase in robberies last year compared to 2015.

Some of the statistics could be credited to the influx in Ocean City’s population in the summer. For example, one homicide was reported and it involved two visitors in a fight last May. “One crime is one crime too many,” Buzzuro said. “We recognize that we still have victims of crime, but we are progressing in the right direction.”

Highlights pointed out by Buzzuro included the hiring of four new police officers, the addition of on two K-9 units and the recognition of Lt. Scott Harner, who earned the Public Service award from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for his work with the “Walk Smart” program.

Offering closing thoughts, Councilman Dennis Dare said this report was the true assessment of crime in Ocean City.

“We constantly get people that look up numbers that applies to the 7,000 people [the year-round population] instead of the 250,000 people [the seasonal population],” he said. “It would be nice if this one viraled.”

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Drugs James McGarry, 25, of Ocean City was arrested and charged with two counts of controlled dangerous substance possession and possession with intent to distribute a controlled dangerous substance on Monday morning.

Police were called to investigate a man who was armed with a knife attempting to sell drugs at a downtown bar, the report stated.

Upon arrival, McGarry allegedly matched the suspect’s description and was patted down by police.

According to the report, more than 16 anti-anxiety pills were located in his pocket and he was arrested.

In addition, police said a search of McGarry’s wallet uncovered a suboxone wrapper.

Robbery Ocean City police officers arrested and charged Shane Kulp, 21, of Salisbury, with robbery, first- and second-degree assault, reckless endangerment and theft on Feb. 18.

According to the report, witnesses told police Kulp sucker punched another man a few nights earlier. They said even though the victim was

knocked unconscious, Kulp continued to hit him before stealing $10 from his pocket.

Rogue and vagabond Ocean City police officers last week arrested and charged Raphael Ayala, 18, of Germantown, Maryland, with five counts of rogue and vagabond, four counts of theft and malicious destruction of property.

The arrest stems from a rash of vehicle thefts on July 4 that netted credit cards, cash and sports equipment.

The Ocean City Forensic Services Division collected fingerprints from the five vehicles and Maryland State Police later linked them to Ayala.

Destroyed hotel room Kevin Jessee, 46, of Berlin, was arrested and charged with malicious destruction of property on Valentine’s Day. Ocean City police were called to a downtown hotel because Jessee was allegedly destroying the room in which he was staying.

Police reported Jessee was intoxicated and had damaged a picture frame and television remote.

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Plea deal made in child porn case Weatherholtz admits having sexual contact with minors from 1990 until ‘15 arrest (Feb. 24, 2017) David Edward Weatherholtz, 57, of Berlin, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to two counts of producing child pornography.

According to the plea agreement, from at least August 1990 through his arrest in 2015, Weatherholtz had sexual contact and sexual intercourse with at least four minors, including family members and a child whom he mentored and taught as the owner of OC Jamboree a West Ocean City children’s theater.

Weatherholtz faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years in prison and a maximum of 30 years in prison followed by up to lifetime of supervised release for each of the two counts of producing child pornography. According to his plea agreement, the government will recommend a sentence of 50 years in prison, followed by supervised release for the remainder of his life.

On Dec. 3, 2014, an undercover detective corporal with the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office responded to a sexually explicit ad placed on an internet website. Records obtained

from the website identified Weatherholtz as the person who posted the advertisement and further indicated that the ad was one of many posted

by Weatherholtz from 2009 to December 2014 for the purpose of meeting young males interested in sex.

Weatherholtz and the undercover detective exchanged emails and text messages, in which the detective identified himself as a 13-year-old deaf white male who lived with his aunt in Snow Hill. Weatherholtz sent the detective two video files by text messages. In the first video file Weatherholtz depicted himself greeting the purported 13-yearold deaf male, and in the second video file he pretended to be the 13-year-old deaf male greeting Weatherholtz.

Weatherholtz arranged to meet the 13-year-old male at a restaurant in Snow Hill on Dec. 16, 2014, and indicated that he would bring the boy back to his residence. When Weatherholtz arrived at the meeting location, he was taken into custody.

A search warrant was also executed at his home and law enforcement seized numerous computers, hard drives and other media storage devices.

Subsequent forensic analysis of those items recovered numerous still photographs and a video of Weatherholtz en-

gaged in sexually explicit conduct with a minor male victim. The images and video indicate that the sexual abuse began when the victim was 12 years old and that Weatherholtz met the victim through his work as a musician, music teacher and owner of OC Jamboree.

In June 2016, the commercial building formerly occupied by OC Jamboree was sold to a new owner. On Aug.17, 2016, an employee of the new owner found a box on the property that was addressed to “Aaron Weatherholtz” – the defendant’s dog – and that listed the sender as Weatherholtz’s mother.

Inside the box were photos of minor males engaged in sex acts, sheets of paper called “official progress charts” that depicted dated, hand-traced outlines of male genitalia, CDs and DVDs; and two VHScompatible camcorder cassette tapes.

A review of that material revealed three other minor male victims engaged in sexually explicit conduct, including video of Weatherholtz engaged in sexually explicit conduct with two minor family members.

U.S. District Judge Ellen L. Hollander scheduled sentencing for Weatherholtz on May 19 at 11 a.m.

Weatherholtz has been detained since his arrest in December 2014.

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Possible upgrades at Ocean Bowl Skate Park discussed Ocean City Recreation and Parks examines Third Street complex for future changes

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) The next chapter of the Ocean Bowl Skate Park unfolded during a well-attended community meeting regarding the future of the downtown recreation complex on Third Street last Thursday at City Hall.

The session was sponsored by the Recreation and Parks Department, which began developing a facility master plan last year, starting with an online survey in the spring along with four similar community meetings during the fall.

Susan Petito, director of recreation and parks, reviewed the intent of the master plan and specifics related to the downtown complex, which also includes a softball diamond, along with basketball and tennis courts.

“We want to come up with a plan for our parks system and from there we can begin to identify specifically what we want to do,” she said. “Our original idea was to do some expansion to the skate park.”

Relocating the tennis courts and shortening the basketball courts are among the options under consideration, Petito said.

Presented to the audience was a conceptual drawing for the Third Street complex that included significant updates at Ocean Bowl.

“We’re open minded and we’re looking for you to tell us what we need to do now,” she said. “This is not necessarily what is going to happen at the skate park — this is a conceptual drawing.

The skateboarder community is important but there are a lot of other users.”

Glancing around the room, Petito acknowledged a slew of area skaters whose roots trace back to the early days of the oldest municipal skate park in operation. That contingent and younger board devotees have joined forces to reimagine a facility that debuted in 1976.

“Many of you have been involved with skating in Ocean City for a very, very long time,” she said. “Wally (Hollyday) had the group design what they thought would be something that Ocean City would want in their skate park.”

Brad Hoffman said two design sessions were held with Hollyday.

“We brought some of the younger skaters and talked about what they were looking for,” he said. “The idea is to bring a more rounded skate park with different skill levels and a street section, which doesn’t exist in the current design.”

Hoffman said the skater community has the opportunity to have the Ocean Bowl updated as part of a comprehensive plan being developed for the entire downtown recreation complex.

“If you guys want to be involved, I think putting together a steering committee to renovate and update the skate

park would be an appropriate step,” he said. “This is like the first inning of a nine-inning game.”

Chiming in for bicycle enthusiasts was Tres Denk, who suggested space also be dedicated to two-wheeled pursuits. Numerous crowd members voiced strong support for retaining the basketball courts.

“What they’re going to do is come up with a big plan and they’re going to probably spend significant money to redo that whole area because it needs it,” Hoffman said. “The mayor and council aren’t just going to build a skate park, they’re going to build a tennis court, and they’re going to build a basketball court. They’re going to do it all at once because that’s the best spend of the money.”

Petito said potential design concepts include a walking path oriented eastwest, which would require shortening the basketball courts.

“The original idea was you could start at one end and walk all the way through to the water,” she said. “It would still gave you a regulation high school size (basketball) court but with a much smaller surround behind the basket.”

She also said the tennis courts may get squeezed out depending on other future changes at the complex.

“The goal of the recreation and parks department would be to find a place to relocate those courts,” she said.

Other skate park improvements mentioned were outdoor lighting and a no-fee area.

“We are trying to identify the interests and needs of the community and offer those elements,” she said.

If history is any indication, Petito said the final product would be a group effort.

“The skate park was built because a community group led by Dorothy “Haystack” Marlowe got together and talked about how important having skateboarding was in Ocean City,” she said. “Brad and the (skateboarder) community were involved every single time there’s been an enhancement at the skate park.”

Hoffman encouraged engagement from his peers, noting their appreciation of the sport.

“We know if it is built, it will create new revenue and new stars,” he said. “If all the council gets letters and emails saying you want to do this and you want to see it happen, they’re going to make sure it’s at the top of their bucket list because you’re citizens.”

Petito said the Recreation and Parks Committee will meet at the end the month to continue developing the master plan, the realization of which will depend on finances.

“The (city) council will have to determine what they feel is the most important to fund … we can do all the planning in the world, but unless we can actually get the funding to move forward on any of the projects, we won’t be able to do that,” she said.

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Small property tax cut possible in OC with new rate info

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) The Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation released the constant yield tax rate for tax year 2017, and if Ocean City officials hold the line, property owners would see a minimal change in their tax bill.

The state informed counties and municipalities this week what their property tax rates would need to be in the upcoming fiscal year to generate the same tax revenue as the previous year. For Ocean City, that amount dropped from 47.27 cents per $100 of assessed value to 46.56 cents.

The constant yield dropped seventenths of a cent because of a small increase in the island’s assessable base.

County properties are assessed in three-year cycles, and a majority of Ocean City’s property last assessment was in 2015. According to city Budget Manager Jennie Knapp, this year’s revised base reflects projects like new hotels that are close to completion. If projects are currently in the build stage, they were not included in assessments.

This year, Ocean City’s assessed tax base increased to $8.69 billion from $8.56 billion. The resort makes up of 60 percent of Worcester County’s assessable tax base.

If the Ocean City Council agrees to accept a tax rate in line with the constant yield, property owners would see a small decrease on their tax bills, ranging from $15 to $25.

On the other hand, if the council keeps to the 47.27-cent tax rate, Ocean City would pick up an additional $630,000 in revenue.

This year, Snow Hill and Pocomoke City properties were reassessed and both municipalities had dips in their assessable base.

Pocomoke City’s was affected the most, as owner-occupied properties were reassessed to $92 million compared to the 2016 tax base of $95 million. In turn, that bumps the constant yield to 97.54 cents from 93.75 cents.

Non-owner occupied properties fell to $138 million from $143.7 million with this year’s reassessment.

For those properties, the constant yield is set to $1.17. Last year, the yield was set at $1.13.

Snow Hill’s properties assessed value fell from $102.4 million to $101.2 million. That sets the town’s constant yield rate at 86.97 cents compared to last year’s 86 cents.

The state also set a constant yield rates for Berlin at 67.91 cents this year.

Worcester County saw its real property base grow from $14.6 billion to $14.8 billion with this round of assessments. The state set the county’s constant yield rate was lowered to 82.2 cents, compared to last year’s 83.5 cents.

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Panel shows concern about local social issues ‘Race card’ dismissal used too often and easily to allow discourse on sensitive topic

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) The state of race relations on the Eastern Shore was the topic of a panel discussion during the Democratic Woman’s Club of Worcester County’s monthly meeting on Monday at the Ocean Pines Community Center.

The capacity crowd heard panelists Worcester County NAACP President Roxie Dennis Acholonu, Wicomico County NAACP President Mary Ashanti and Kathy Zieger of Showing Up for Racial Justice (SURJ) Delmarva, discuss the struggle for racial equality in the region.

SURJ is a national movement organizing white people to fight for racial justice and Salisbury native Zieger told the audience she gained her perspective from her mother, who was the head nurse of a racially segregated floor at Peninsula General Hospital.

“We weren’t color blind,” she said of her family, “but we learned to be accepting.”

Zieger said her mother’s floor handled newborns through geriatrics.

“I knew what was happening because she (her mother) would come home and complain about it,” she said. “She had the broken equipment, anything that didn’t work on another floor that’s what they got.”

Although not as glaring as the segregation era, Ashanti brought up the continuing issue of white privilege, which one audience member observed was an unfamiliar concept.

“If we’re ever going to improve race relations, you’re going to have to own up to the fact that you do have white privilege,” she said. “You can walk anywhere and nobody is going to stop you.”

As a mother and grandmother of African-American children, Ashanti said her parental worries differ

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“Every day they go out you wonder if they’re going to come home alive,” she said. “We try to teach our children how to conduct themselves but as black parents we live with that.”

In many cases when racial concerns are raised by minorities their sentiments are dismissed as “playing the race card,” a point that Ashanti said dismisses reality.

“First, we have to admit there’s a problem with race relations,” she said. “We have a problem with people on the lower Eastern Shore admitting there is a problem with race because to them everything is okay.”

Dennis Acholonu said the issue continues to resonate on the Eastern Shore.

“I know we do have a problem here on the shore,” she said. “It’s here, it’s alive, and whatever white privilege is, it’s here.”

To illustrate the point Dennis Acholonu noted that the percentage of African-American teachers employed by Worcester County Schools is well below 10 percent despite minorities representing approximately one-third of the student population.

“We need more people of color… and more representation in our system,” she said. “I’ve talked to [Worcester County School Superintendent Lou] Taylor about that and we’re going to come together and talk over some things.”

For his part, Taylor is also concerned about the situation, having previously discussed this with Dennis Acholonu.

Taylor said he and the board have been developing an aggressive recruiting strategy to address the disparity. In the school system’s top post just since fall, Taylor has toured every school, and has addressed their School Improvement Advisory Councils and each school faculty, as well as the Minority Student Achievement

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New beach trash truck will be ‘game-changer’ Bids for specialized vehicle over budget, less expensive conversion option pursued

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) Since bids for a oneof-a-kind beach trash truck exceeded the budgeted amount, Ocean City government will have to go about getting its specialized vehicle in a different way.

Last year, the City Council set aside $235,000 in the budget to have contractors build a custom trash truck that would collect waste from the 800 barrels on the beach without making stops. In December, the city received bids from three companies that went well beyond that level.

Public Works Director Hal Adkins and Procurement Manager Catrice Parsons, however, believe that getting an existing vehicle tricked out with the new gear could do the job.

“Fortunately, we had a truck delivered last Wednesday,” Adkins told the council on Tuesday. “We could take that truck, send it to get the four-wheel drive and the lift kit and get it back to us in 60 days.”

In the original bid solicitation, city officials hoped that companies would submit two prices, one for special modifications for the truck cab chassis and one for a hydraulic trash compres-

sor. One bidder, Waste Equipment Sales & Service LLC in Halethorpe, Maryland, submitted the low bid of $240,666 for just the truck body.

The other two bids, GranTurk Equipment Co., Inc. of Bridgeport, Pennsylvania and Pete Store Delmarva of Seaford, Delaware offered bids of $557,984 and $254,575, respectively.

As city policy mandates, the city began negotiating with the low-bidder, the Pete Store. Parsons told the council that company could modify an automated side refuse truck that was ordered in July. Altercations would include larger tires fitted for fourwheel drive, a truck lift, and an adjustment of the arm.

The conversion would cost an additional $63,000, bringing the cost to $298,000. Parsons assured the council that there was unexpected revenue in the vehicle trust fund which would cover part of the additional cost.

“We anticipated that we’d sell a [trash truck] for $10,000 and it sold for $64,000 to a gentleman who owns a refuse company,” she said.

Parsons and Adkins recommended that, if the council accepted the bid with Pete Store, the city would purchase another standard side-load refuse truck.

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“We have three Broyhill trucks that we purchased in 1990s we use for beach waste that has a detachable box on the vehicles’ back. Each box is equipped with a metal plate to compress trash, but that feature has never worked,” he said. “We have 19 boxes that are stationed all over the place.”

Current procedure is that the Broyhills would come off the beach after they are filled and are refitted with a new box. Disposing of the waste also proves to be a nuisance, since the boxes are emptied into the blue garbage trucks starting around 6 a.m. every morning.

“This would be a game-changer,” Adkins said about the custom trash truck. “It would travel three-fourths of the island before it fills, but you have to consider that the make-up of the

trash is lightweight. My goal is to go the whole island.”

Councilman John Gehrig pointed out that since Ocean City won the lottery by selling its old trash truck online, the only deficit would be $9,000.

He made a motion to accept the bid with the Pete Store, who would work in connection with Marmon Herrington of Louisville, Kentucky to modify the resort’s truck.

Councilman Dennis Dare supported the motion and pointed out the future cost savings.

“Even with the Broyhills, it would be expensive to maintain since it requires three personnel. I’m looking forward to the cost savings,” Dare said.

The council voted 5-0 to accept the bid. Council Secretary Mary Knight and Councilman Wayne Hartman were absent.

Naturalists Sam Dyke, Ron Gutberlet commemorated Two new species of lichen on lower shore named for late local conservationists

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Feb. 24, 2017) When discussing highly specialized, evolutionarily distinct species, one tends to think of geographically remote areas like Madagascar or Antarctica — not the shores of the Delmarva Peninsula.

However, distinct adaptations to local conditions are apparently everywhere, according to Dr. James Lendemer, the assistant curator of lichenology at the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx.

“Delmarva does have things like this — its own independent species. Think along the lines of the Delmarva Fox Squirrel,” Lendemer said. “All too often we think there’s not too much to find in the United States or on Delmarva, but that’s just not true.”

Lendemer, along with The Nature Conservancy’s David Ray, co-authored an article in “The Bryologist” published in its spring 2017 edition describing two new species of lichen on the lower shore and named them for late local conservationist Sam Dyke and late associate professor of biology at Salisbury University Ron Gutberlet.

Dyke died in 2014 at the age of 81.

He began his career as a forester, which then translated into a 40-year tenure working with the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art, Salisbury University, including curator and chairman of the board.

The lichen named for him, Arthonia samdykeana, had been seen before but not named until now, Lendemer said.

This lichen occurs throughout the southeastern United States, he said.

Ron Gutberlet died in 2015 at the age of 49. His studies centered on the natu-

ral history of birds, reptiles and amphibians of the lower shore.

His lichen, Arthonia gutberletiana, has only been discovered on pine trees on Assateague and Chincoteague islands.

“There are some that are closely related, but there’s nothing exactly like this one,” Lendemer said.

The study that discovered the two species was a grant-funded partnership between Ray and Lendemer. Ray’s work with The Nature Conservancy concerns the reintroduction of fire into forest ecosystems as a restorative feature. Fires, Ray said, are less prevalent than they used to be, and are an important part of rejuvenating an ecosystem.

The effects of fires had been studied on more complex plant and animal life, but no survey of mosses, molds and fungi had been conducted, which is where Lendemer came in.

“Lichens are important for nutrient cycling, they provide food and shelter for smaller invertebrates and nesting material for other animals. They break down rocks into soil and can account for 80 percent of the diet of animals like reindeer,” Lendemer said. “We needed to make sure we weren’t getting rid of all of them when reintroducing fire.”

Ray said the results of the study found the local populations aren’t affected very much by fire.

“We thought it did, but it doesn’t really,” Ray said.

As a spinoff to that work, the new lichens were discovered.

“It’s nice to recognize these two people who made contributions to Delmarva,” Lendemer said.

Both Lendemer and Ray are scheduled to appear at the Ward Museum at 4 p.m. on March 10 to discuss the discovery as part of a citizen science workshop. For more information visit www.wardmuseum.org or call 410-7424988.

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State eyes legislation for Airbnb, similar sites Proposal looks to impose regulations for short-term rentals, licensing and taxes

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) Senate Bill 463, which would ensure online hosting platforms like Airbnb and hosts who offer rooms for short-term rentals are licensed and remitting associated state and local taxes, was the topic of a Maryland Senate Finance Committee hearing on Wednesday.

Testifying in support of the legislation was Amy Rohrer, Maryland Hotel & Lodging Association president, who said the measure has been on the drawing board for nearly a year.

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just the last year Rohrer said the site has increased the number of hosts by approximately 4,000 in Maryland.

“This brings their total number of hosts in the state to over 6,000, (which are) selling an unknown number of residential lodging rooms in Maryland today,” she said. “In many cases, they fail to comply with licensing and registration requirements and ignore collection and remittance of sales and hotel taxes in relevant jurisdictions. This is unacceptable to the rest of the taxpaying lodging community.”

The proposed legislation would add, a “limited residential” category into existing regulatory framework for other Maryland lodging establishments and require both platforms and hosts to be licensed by the state comptroller.

Statewide there are about 74,000 traditional hotel rooms, which Rohrer said are regulated to ensure the health and safety of guests and communities.

“We pay our fair share of Maryland state and local hotel taxes, totaling $621 million in 2015,” she said.

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Platforms would pay a $2,500 fine for the first infraction, which jumps to $5,000 for a second instance and tops out at $7,500 for subsequent offenses.

“The platform can and should easily facilitate compliance as part of doing business in Maryland,” she said. “That would be a win for neighborhoods where rental activity is occurring, and integrate short-term rentals into the broader, taxpaying tourism industry.”

Since online hosting platforms are functioning as accommodation intermediary, Rohrer said they should be able to collect and remit sales tax on behalf of hosts in Maryland, but have thus far failed to follow through.

“If Airbnb continues to decline to take this step, measures must be put in place to ensure unregulated rentals are operating within current Maryland law, such as the requirement that hosts register with the comptroller to collect taxes,” she said.

County reduces cell tower distances Zoning amendment drops separation requirement to 500 feet on busy highways

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Also increasing are the multipleunit hosts, which Rohrer said are essentially unlicensed hotels. She said a 2016 study by Penn State indicated many Airbnb hosts are engaging in commercial or investment activities.

“The study shows a significant portion of Airbnb’s revenue is driven by hosts that are either multiple-unit operators renting two or more units, or full-time operators who rent their units 360 or more days per year,” she said. “These commercial hosts account for nearly 40 percent of Airbnb’s fee revenue, meaning the website has a significant stake in facilitating their proliferation.”

This bill would establish penalties for non-compliance with state licensing and local zoning laws for both hosts and rental platforms. Hosts found to be in violation would be issued civil citations and fined $500 for a first offense, which doubles for the second infraction and tops out at $2,500 for subsequent incidents.

Hosting platforms would be restricted from accepting accommodation advertisements from hosts not

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) Providing optimal cell service along busy highways in Worcester County is the intent of a zoning text amendment approved by the county commissioners on Tuesday.

The amendment establishes a separation distance of 500 feet for cell towers along high demand transportation corridors, which is half the previous permitted distance, but would require a special exception from the county Board of Zoning Appeals.

The proposal was submitted by attorney Raymond Smethurst Jr. on behalf of the Columbia-based Cellco Partnership, operating under the Verizon Wireless moniker, and only affects roads with an average daily traffic

volume exceeding 10,000 trips per day.

Zoning Deputy Director Phyllis Wimbrow said the only area roads carrying that volume of traffic are routes 50, 90, 12 113 and a portion of Route 589.

The continually increasing demand for cell service necessitated the zoning revision, Smethurst said.

“We were trying to find a site close enough to the highway and meeting the 1,000 foot setback became almost impossible,” he said. “That’s where the real need for towers is, not out in the middle of some subdivision, but where the traffic is.”

Smethurst said Verizon had recently investigated two potential sites for new telecommunication towers but neither met the 1,000-foot requirement.

“This would have very little impact but would have a significant impact on the ability for Verizon Wireless, or any

other cell provider, to be able to put towers up where the public need is,” he said.

When Verizon receives consumer reports of dropped calls or slow Internet connection speeds, Smethurst said the company looks at providing more towers.

“They don’t put them up unless they’re getting complaints that people’s calls are being dropped,” he said.

Commissioner Ted Elder asked about the typical height of cell towers.

“Almost every tower being built these days are 199 feet,” Smethurst said.

Although constructing telecommunication towers is a costly endeavor, Smethurst said it’s the only way to address public demand.

“The number of instruments that people are using that utilize cellular service is phenomenal,” he said. “The capacity requirements on the system have just gone thru the roof.”

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Triton project moves to Florida, not Wallops Officials look to build on experience gained in efforts by pursuing other programs

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Feb. 24, 2017) The further development of Wallops Flight Facility suffered something of a setback last week, as Navy officials announced last week that Naval Station Mayport in Florida will be the new home for the MQ-4C Triton unmanned aircraft.

The decision bypasses both Wallops Island in Virginia and Naval Air Station Key West in Florida.

All three facilities had passed an environmental impact study last year — a significant hurdle in making the decision, according to the Navy’s official announcement.

“Since there were no significant environmental impacts associated with the three locations, the Navy’s decision was based primarily on its operational needs and its responsibility as a steward of taxpayer resources,” the release reads. “Located in a fleet concentration area, NS Mayport provides the most operational, maintenance, and family support for the least cost within its existing Navy facilities and services.”

Local officials involved in the attempt to bring the drone project here said it was important that the local, regional, state and federal endorsements collected to spur the effort on are not wasted.

“Needless to say, I’m disappointed,” State Sen. Jim Mathias said. “We were very fortunate to have Del.–Mar.–Va. sign on to the project.”

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Mathias said he had also called on former Vice President Joe Biden, VP nominee Tim Kaine, along with the state’s incumbent or hopeful senators at the time: Barbara Mikulski and Chris Van Hollen, as well as Congressman John Sarbanes to sign on to the effort.

“We knew in the beginning that Wallops Island was a dark horse, but we got to be a contender, and we don’t know for sure, but I think it was a photo finish,” Mathias said. He said he formed the opinion based on the length of time the issue spent in review.

“If you make these strides, then

you build on them. There’s a Homeland Security project behind this one,” he said. “This experience allowed us to build on our qualifications and amplify what Wallops Island already has.”

In a prepared statement, Del. Mary Beth Carozza agreed.

“I am hopeful that the strong case that our Wallops Island Regional Alliance made for locating the Navy’s Triton unmanned aircraft program at Wallops will end up laying the groundwork for future programs to be sited at Wallops. We know that NASA Wallops and our local alliance are focused on drone activity and as runway infrastructure improvements are being worked on, we will be in a better position to attract more drone work to Wallops,” her statement reads.

Mathias said it was time for a de-

briefing with everyone intimately involved with the project.

“Those at the table knew it the best,” he said. “We’ll go back and examine what we did well and what we can do better.”

Another person at the table was Worcester County Economic Development Director Merry Mears.

“Since half of the NASA employees live in Worcester County, it was extremely important to facilitate the gathering of resources that extended all the way up the shore,” she said.

“We went through a tremendous exercise from local county commissioners to the governors of Delmarva. We did everything possible to make it happen on our end.”

Mears said the united front of Worcester and Wallops personnel remains in place for when the next opportunity arises.

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) The Worcester County Board of Education discussed the following at its Tuesday meeting:

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County appropriations make up more than 80 percent of the budget and Worcester schools will receive more than $19 million in state aid this year, which is a $95,000 increase from 2017.

The budget, which must be approved by the Worcester County Commissioners, includes more than $1.7 million in employee salary increases, which is based on table agreements and still in the ratification process.

In addition, the budget shows an estimated five percent increase in insurance costs, but numbers will not be finalized until May and $136,025 is estimated on payroll taxes from the salary increase.

Other areas of note include the approvals of spare and new contractor buses, which will cost the school system $80,526 and $40,389 for a one percent increase in hourly and mileage rates.

There will also be a $46,052 increase in teacher and employee pensions.

School board members are asking for $566,100 in capital project money to add a shaded swing to Cedar Chapel Special School’s courtyard in addition to replacing two energy management systems and a chiller.

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School buses Members of the school board approved the purchase of two new school busses and the replacement of three bus contractors because of a retirement, death and resignation.

In addition, board members approved the purchase of three new spare buses for taking students on field trips, to athletic events and after-school academies.

Bus contractors were often faced with the unavailability of spare buses, which meant renting from outside the county.

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OBITUARIES CHRIS JAMES SCHLEIG Salisbury Chris James Schleig, 59, of Salisbury, Maryland, passed away peacefully at his home on Feb. 6, 2017 after a hard-fought battle with cancer.

He is survived by his daughter, Corrine Bayline, of Selbyville, Delaware; loving girlfriend, Donna Vance, of Salisbury; sister, Melissa; and nephews, Ben and Anthony Chris Schleig Schleig of Strasburg, Virginia, as well as his large extended family, Sam Cogswell II, Jennifer Ward, Taylor Ward, Dawn Vance, Lonnie Polk, and Jahiem, Damien and Justin Reeves all of Salisbury.

Chris was a lifelong entrepreneur, local shuffle bowl champion and an adventure seeker. He was always the life of the party and successfully devoted to making everyone around him smile. He is eternally loved by his family and friends and will be sadly missed.

BETTY L. JOHNSON Ocean City Betty L. Johnson, age 84, of Ocean City, died Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017 at home.

She was born in Baltimore and was the daughter of the late Patrick and Virginia (Harrison) Duggan.

She was a homemaker and a member of St. Matthews By-the-Sea United Methodist Church in Fenwick Island.

She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Paul K. Johnson, of Ocean City; her children, Paul K. Johnson Jr. and wife, Janice, of St. Augustine, Florida, Duane R. Johnson and wife, Patricia, of Felton, Delaware, Cheryl V. Johnson and husband, Michael, of York, Pennsylvania, and Vicki L. Johnson, of Ocean City; five grandchildren, Paul K. Johnson III, Benjamin Johnson, Bryan Johnson, Christopher Johnson and Ryan Johnson; and eight great-grandchildren, Cayleigh, Ashley, Zachary, Meghan, Christopher Jr., Austin, Emily and Hunter.

A funeral service was held on Monday, Feb. 20, 2017 at BishopHastings Funeral Home in Selbyville with Rev. Bruce Miller officiating.

Burial was in Denton Cemetery in Denton, Maryland.

Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com.

LINDA ANN (PFISTER) SCHISSLER Ocean Pines Linda Ann Schissler, 71, of Ocean Pines, Maryland, passed away on Feb. 15, 2017 peacefully in her sleep.

Visitation was held on Monday, Feb. 20, 2017 at Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. A brief service was hosted by her son, Matthew Schissler; her sister-in-law, Sue Ann

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Bowen; her niece, Jennifer Pfister; and her friend, Dianne Manser Dunton. All arrangements are being handled by Burbage Funeral Home.

Linda was born in Baltimore on May 3, 1945. She graduated from Woodlawn High School, and received an Associate’s Degree in Social Sciences from Carroll Community College.

Linda was married to her high school sweetheart, Lawrence T. (Larry) Schissler, on May 15, 1965; they were married 51 years. The dazzling couple remained high school sweethearts their entire marriage.

Larry passed away in August of 2016.

Outside of being a mother to three children, Linda served in numerous positions. Her longest tenures included working in the Continuing Education Department of Carroll Community College and as a sales consultant at Verizon.

Not known to sit idle, in the early 90s, Linda also owned a candy store in Fenwick Island, Delaware, called Sweets and Treats. Her last position was with the Ocean City Police Department in the records division. She lived life to the fullest enjoying lots of travel and spending time with her friends and family. She was also actively involved in volunteering for decades, and was a dedicated member of the Parrothead Club of Ocean City.

Linda is survived by her three children, Melissa L. Maletesta, Matthew L. Schissler and his wife, Stephanie,

and Michael H. Schissler and his wife, Kim; her seven grandchildren, Elyse, Abbey, Joplin, Adrien, Tyrus, Mikala and Kaehleb; her nieces and nephews, Kimberly, Jennifer, Lisa, Robert, Marie, James, Joanne, Beth, Jessica and Kenneth; and the rest of her relatives and friends.

Linda is preceded in death by her parents, Howard V. Pfister, Sr. and Nellie Armsworthy, as well as her brother, Howard V. Pfister Jr. The family of Linda Schissler wishes to thank the Cardiology ICU of the University of Maryland Medical Center, Atlantic General Hospital and Coastal Hospice At the Lake of Salisbury.

JOHN FENTON SCANLON Berlin John Fenton Scanlon, engineer, devoted husband, father and grandfather, died on Friday, Feb. 17, 2017 at age 77.

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Following his graduation, he worked for the U.S. Navy at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. He earned a Masters Degree from Syracuse University.

He worked for International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) for 37 years, retiring as a senior engineer.

During his time at IBM he was recognized for numerous distinctions and three of his inventions in computer architecture design were awarded patents.

He lived the majority of his adult life in Hyde Park, New York. He retired to Berlin, Maryland in 2003. He was active in his community and his church, serving as a member of the zoning board in Hyde Park and as a lector at both Regina Coeli Catholic Church and St. John Neumann Catholic Church.

He was a field and track star in his youth and remained active throughout his life. Golf and skiing were his favorite sports. He enjoyed a wide range of activities and hobbies, from camping and hiking, to working with his hands, to classical music and Shakespeare.

A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, he is survived by his wife of 53 years, Jean Marie Fitz Simons and their four children, his daughter, Tara Scanlon and her husband, Harry Bainbridge, of Washington, D.C.; his son, Terence Scanlon and his wife, Dana DeLorenzo, of Plantation, Florida; his son, Michael

Ocean City Today Scanlon and his wife, Aimee Scanlon, of Alexandria, Virginia; and his daughter, Catherine Rivieccio and her husband, Michael Rivieccio, of Highland, New York.

He was the beloved “Pop Pop” to his nine adoring grandchildren, Andrew, Parker, May, Ned, Carter, Clara, Lila, Bianca and Alexis.

He is also survived by his brother, Kevin Scanlon, of Sag Harbor, New York, and his sister, Maureen Scanlon, of Green Port, New York.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2017 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church near Ocean Pines. Rev. Joseph MPR Coccucci officiated.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association (www.alg.org) or Coastal Hospice (www.coastalhospice.org).

Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin.

CAROL R. PAPE Selbyville Carol R. Pape, age 67, of Selbyville, Delaware, died Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017 at home.

She was born in Baltimore and was the daughter of the late John Raymond and Dorothy Moore (Johnson) Doyle.

She is survived by her husband, Les D. Pape of Selbyville; two daughters, Jessica R. Pape and Allison R. Nock

and husband, Matt, all of Charleston, South Carolina; three sisters, Marlene LeBrun and Virginia Kraft both of Bel Air, Maryland and Beverly Hogate of Selbyville; and two grandchildren, Kieran Nock and Asher Nock.

A memorial service will be held at 11a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017 at Bishop-Hastings Funeral Home in Selbyville. Friends may call an hour before the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to: Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, Delaware 19963.

Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com.

CODELLIA JEAN BOZMAN Whaleyville Codellia Jean Bozman, age 74, died Monday, Feb. 13, 2017 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center.

Born in Berlin, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Joshua Layfield and Sarah Smith. She was raised by her Aunt Edith and Uncle Bill Smith.

She is survived by her daughters, Cynthia Culp and Wanda Messick and her husband, Robert, of Pittsville, Maryland; brothers, Norman Layfield and his wife, Cynthia, of Whaleyville, Maryland, and Glen Layfield and his wife, Betty, of Georgia; and sister, Alice Ball, of Delaware.

She also has two grandchildren, Katie Messick and Lisa Messick, and

FEBRUARY 24, 2017 several nieces and nephews, along with several step-grandchildren.

Ms. Bozman worked as a CNA doing private duty. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary for the Hebron Volunteer Fire Co. and was a member of the CB Club. She loved to cook, sew, go to yard sales and auctions, she also loved animals, especially cats and dogs.

Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin.

There will be a memorial service on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2017 at the Mt. Herman Church on Mt. Herman Rd. in Salisbury, Maryland starting at 2 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in her name to the Worcester County Humane Society at P.O. Box 48 Berlin, Maryland 21811. Letters of condolences may be sent to the family at www.burbage@burbagefuneralhome.com.

JOSEPH C. MADEIROS Willards Joseph C. Madeiros, age 85, of Willards, Maryland, and formally of Dover, Delaware, died at home on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2017.

Locally known for his passion for golf or as “the kite man,” he was born on Thursday, April 9, 1931, in Bermuda, to the late Joseph Cabral Madeiros and Ambronzina DeSilva Madeiros.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Margaret Rose

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Madeiros; brothers, Manuel Cabral Madeiros and Clement DeSilva Madeiros; sister, Mary DeMello; and grandson, Jason Lee Diehl.

Joseph’s survivors include his three children, daughter, Patricia Ann Seaman and her husband, Bill; son, Harold Joseph Madeiros; and daughter, Mary Jonelle Jones and her husband, William; seven grandchildren, Benjamin “Daniel” Burrows, Alicia Marie Herbert, Michael Joseph Madeiros, Joshua Kyle Madeiros, Kristen Marie Wisner, Michelle Lynne Triplett and Jacqueline Danielle Riley; and 18 great-grandchildren.

Joseph is also survived by his sister, Rose Cabral Madeiros; brother, James Cabral Madeiros and his wife, Margaret; sister-in-law, Judy Madeiros; cousin, Arthur Lopes and his wife, Marguerite; and two brother-in-laws, Victor Dawson and James Dawson, as well as numerous other family members who reside in Bermuda and Canada.

Joseph enjoyed sports as a younger man. His games were English soccer, rugby and cricket. He would ride past the “Sport Field” when we visit back home in Bermuda and he always shared, “See! I played a many of games right there!” No no, no golf yet, not until after he met the love of his life and married.

Joseph had wonderful full employment opportunities. He traveled what he called, “the world,” upon the

Ocean City Today Queen Elizabeth. His favorite port was New York City. Him and a group, normally only three, would “hire” a car and travel up to Boston. That’s where the Madeiros’ family settled.

Dad always had to hunt, seek out, and find his family. This was a lifelong family adventure that continued even as he himself had a family.

The love bug finally hit home and Aug. 22, 1955, Joseph married the love of his life and settled for life in his home country, Bermuda. He worked many trades, mechanical, repairing autos, driving a taxi, painting exterior roofs and homes, and finally bartending. He always said he liked this best, because it allowed for him to golf during the day! He worked the bar at night!

It was the love of his life, Margaret, that bought Joseph his first set of golf clubs.

Joseph’s search for family and competitiveness for more encouraged him and mom to immigrate to the USA, and in 1968 they began the transition here for our family and finally in March of 1969, they were able to bring our entire family to the USA, at the ripe, young age of 37.

Joseph was so proud to have received his “Green Card” that he went back to get his citizenship for this great country, which he did receive. He then attempted to sign up for the Armed Services, but by then he was pushing 40 and they told him he was too “old.”

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Joseph was working the entire time, as you guessed it, first as a bartender, but then, he was hired by Riechhold Chemical Co. and worked there as a chemical operator. His various duties not only included mixing different chemicals that made latex, but also cleaning out reactors that these chemicals were mixed in.

Joseph worked the “swing” shift which again allowed for him to continue his golf game. Joseph retired from Reichhold in 1992.

Joseph enjoyed numerous years of playing golf at Garrison Lake Golf, Jonathan’s Landing and most recently Ocean Resort. He lived for Mondays and Thursdays, that was his Berlin and Ocean City golfing days.

Thursday was “scramble” golf day.

He would make sure that his champion Geezer shirt was fresh and clean for wear!

Mondays, he played different local Ocean City golf courses. He had his favorite courses, but he would play them all and then come home and

give the lowdown! Cabin fever never set in for Joseph because we would break out the Wii and start bowling and there his competitiveness side would perk right back up; and dare to do the fitness challenge and his age drop below 50!

A Memorial Service in celebration of Joseph’s life will be held at First Presbyterian Church of Ocean City, on Saturday March 4, 2017 at 11 a.m.

Fellowship will follow immediately after the church’s social hall.

Interment of ashes will be at the convenience of the family in Bermuda.

Contributions in celebration of Joseph’s life can be made to: First Presbyterian Church of Ocean City, 1301 Philadelphia Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842, 410-2899340; or Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733 Salisbury, Maryland 21804.

Arrangements are in the care of Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin.

Letters of condolence may be sent to burbage@burbagefuneralhome.com.

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SD wrestling team wins first Bayside title since 2011

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 24, 2017) The Stephen Decatur wrestling team won the Bayside Conference championship for 10 consecutive season – 2002-2011 – but has come up a bit short the last few years.

Chomping at the bit to add another trophy to their collection, the Seahawks were determined to bring home the title last weekend. Prior to the Bayside Conference meet, held Feb. 17-18 in Cambridge, Decatur Coach Todd Martinek said for the Seahawks to be successful, they needed to wrestle above their seeds.

The Decatur grapplers did just that and captured the championship trophy.

“I was super happy. I thought they all had it in them and they all were wresting well. No one wrestled below their seed,” Martinek said. “Every one of their individual wins was going to count toward the team score. They really thought they had a chance to win the tournament so they didn’t want to let their teammates down.”

Decatur led the field of Bayside teams by three points at the end of competition last Friday night. The Seahawks finished the tournament with 255.5 points. North Caroline, who was favored going into the event, came in second with 218.5 points. Easton placed third, scoring 163 points.

“Everyone wrestled above their seed and we were scoring bonus. We were pinning a lot of people,” Martinek said.

“It’s like two bonus points every time you get a pin. They were just adding up…We won nine of the last 12 matches which is big because those were all placement matches.”

Decatur wrestlers recorded 24 pins during the tournament. North Caroline logged 20 and Easton 19.

Twelve of the 14 Decatur wrestlers placed sixth or better during the Bayside meet. Nine Seahawks have advanced to the 4A-3A South Regional tournament, scheduled for today and Saturday at Charles H. Flowers High School, in Springdale, Maryland, because of their performances during the Bayside Conference meet. The top four wrestlers in each weight class qualified for regionals.

Four Seahawks earned Bayside Conference individual titles.

Senior Andy McKahan won his fourth conference championship. He is the first in the Decatur wrestling program’s history to win four individual Bayside awards.

“It feels good,” McKahan said. “It’s pretty exciting.”

His goal was to pin all his Bayside opponents. He pinned the first three. In the 145-pound weight class finals, he

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Members of the Stephen Decatur wrestling team stand in front of their Bayside Conference champions banner hanging in the gym of the Berlin school. The Seahawks can now add 2017 to it as the group captured the title last weekend.

outscored Keith Blades (Wicomico) 4-3.

“I pinned him earlier in the year and he just was stalling the whole [Bayside] match. It was just hard to score on him,” McKahan said. “I never really put myself in danger.”

McKahan’s victory in the finals was his 140th career win – a new school record. Danny Miller (2005-2009) previously held the record with 139 wins.

“It feels pretty good to get it. It’s cool,” he said.

“It’s a good accomplishment for Andy to do that and to be remembered as one of the best kids with all the great history that we’ve had,” Martinek said.

While McKahan celebrated his own successes, he was also happy the team won the title.

“We had better teams in the past, but we never wrestled good enough to win,” he said. “Everyone stepped up and did their part.”

McKahan earned the No. 1 seed in the 145-pound regional meet division.

“I beat the No. 2 and No. 4 seed this year. I think I won’t have too big of a problem winning it,” he said.

McKahan (35-1) is going for his fourth regional title. If he wins, he will be the first four-time regional champion in the Decatur wrestling program’s history.

“I just need to take it match by match and not get too confident and just pin everybody when I can,” he said.

Senior captain Robert Kaminski captured his third Bayside title. Kaminski received a first-round bye in the 113-pound weight class division. He pinned his next two opponents.

Kaminski edged out Patrick Hugues (James M. Bennett) 5-2 in the finals.

“I think I did pretty good. I didn’t

make too many mistakes,” Kaminski said. “I thought I could have done a little bit better in the finals. I still won, but earlier in the season I pinned him in the second period.”

Kaminski (33-3) was awarded the No. 1 seed in the 113-pound regional weight class. He won his first regional title last year.

“I’ll probably have a tough match in the finals, but I should be able to walk all the way to the finals,” he said.

Senior Jian Joobeen scored his first Bayside title in the 220-pound weight class.

He pinned his first two opponents then earned a 4-2 decision in the seminal round. Joobeen won 1-0 over Isaac Lawson (Wicomico) in the finals.

“I feel like I could have wrestled better. Definitely in my finals match I could have wrestled a lot better,” he said. “In the second period, I got an escape right off the bat. Then I rode him out in the third period…I need to work more on takedowns and be more aggressive, but I definitely think I’m competitive and will place at regionals and go to states.”

Joobeen (31-4) said it’s a big accomplishment to win a Bayside title his senior year. He is also excited his team came out on top.

“I just think we did really well as a team,” he said. “We’ve had teams that I think have been stronger in the past, but everything just fell into place this year.

It’s a great way to end my senior year.”

Joobeen is seeded fourth for regionals. It will be his second time competing in the tournament.

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By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 24, 2017) The Stephen Decatur boys’ basketball team won 71-43 over the Kent County Trojans to capture the program’s first Bayside Conference championship title on Wednesday night in Cambridge.

“These kids get to be a part of history. It’s definitely something to be excited about,” Decatur Coach BJ Johnson said. “Everyone got in and had a chance to contribute in the Bayside championship.”

Decatur outscored Kent County 139 in the first quarter. The Trojans pulled ahead 22-21 in the second quarter, but the Seahawks went on an 11-2 run in the final two minutes to go into the halftime break on top 32-24.

“It’s the championship game, so I knew the kids would be a little hyped up and there would be some nerves,” Johnson said. “Once we settled down our shots started to fall. We went on a run right before the end of the half to lead by eight, which is huge. That’s when the momentum switched in our favor.”

Decatur increased its advantage in the third, and at the end of the quarter the Berlin squad led 51-37.

The Seahawks jumped ahead by 19 points with four minutes remaining in the game and rolled from that point on.

With a little under two minutes on the clock, Decatur pulled ahead 69-42.

“Defense was great and we rebounded really well. Defense and rebounds was the reason we won the game,” Johnson said. “Last time we played them we were in our man[-toman] defense and they got to the basket.

We played a 2-3 zone [Wednesday] up until the fourth quarter and forced them to shoot. We took a gamble with the zone and it worked for us. We went to our bread and butter in the fourth quarter – our man defense – and that did them in.”

Senior captain Gary Briddell Jr. led Decatur with 21 points.

“Gary Briddell was awesome tonight.

He led the charge,” Johnson said.

Senior captain Keve Aluma chipped in with 17 points and junior captain Kevon Voyles added 13.

“It feels great, especially as a Stephen Decatur alum, to be part of this history. As a player I never got the opportunity,” Johnson said. He played for Decatur from 1980-83.

It was only the second time Decatur has played in the Bayside game – the 2013-14 season was the first.

After a less than stellar start, the Seahawks fought back, but came up short in overtime, falling to the Easton See SD Page 26

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Fifteen Decatur swimmers qualify for championship

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 24, 2017) The Stephen Decatur boys’ swim team finished in second place and the girls’ squad came in third during the 3A/2A/1A East Regional meet last Saturday at the Arundel Swim Center.

Easton took top honors in the boys’ competition, scoring 370 points. Decatur racked up 306 points.

“The boys did well. I was happy with getting second overall. Easton was favored going in so second was good for us,” said Decatur Coach Steve Deakyne.

“There were a number of best times. All of our relays had their best times and many of the individuals as well.

“I think it was a mix of the competition being at a high level and the fact that we rested and tapered off leading up to regionals so our bodies were ready,” he added.

The top three finishers in each regional event automatically advanced to the 3A/2A/1A state championship, scheduled for Saturday at Eppley Recreation Center on the University of Maryland-College Park campus. Individual competitors or relay teams that, in the regional meet, had the next top12 statewide times also qualified for the championship meet.

Fifteen Decatur swimmers – seven boys and eight girls – will compete at states.

Chase Deickman was the only Decatur male swimmer to automatically advance to states because of his topthree performance. He placed third in the 50-yard freestyle (24.5 seconds).

Deickman took fourth in the 100yard freestyle (53.52 seconds) and will compete in that event at states as well.

“I think I did pretty well. I dropped time in both my individual events,” the sophomore said.

Deickman also swam on two relay teams during the regional competition, which both advanced to states.

“I will be competing in four events at states,” he said. “This will be my second

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Stephen Decatur swimmers who placed eighth or better during the 3A/2A/1A East Regional meet last Saturday at the Arundel Swim Center won ribbons, which they proudly displayed on Tuesday at the Sports Core pool in Ocean Pines. Fifteen Decatur swimmers – seven boys and eight girls – will compete at states this Saturday.

time going, so I know what to expect.

My nerves will be at ease more because I’ve been there before.”

The 200-yard medley relay team of Deickman, seniors Dustin Berkey and Tucker Cordial, a team captain, and junior Kevin Williams came in second place (1:51.26).

The 400-yard freestyle relay team of Deickman, Berkey, Cordial and freshman Hunter Grunewald also finished in second place (3:43.26).

The boys’ squad’s third relay team also advanced to states. Cordial, Grunewald, junior George Zaiser and freshman Richard Poist were runner-up in the 200-yard freestyle relay race (1:40.28).

Swimmers who recorded fast enough times in their individual events to qualify for states were Berkey (100yard backstroke, fourth, 1:03.46) and Williams (100-yard breaststroke, fourth, 1:08.66).

The Lady Seahawks scored 291 points to finish in third place overall.

Easton took second, tallying 355 points.

Queen Anne’s won the girls’ competition with 364 points.

“We knew going in Easton and Queen Anne’s would be tough competition. We were surprised how dynamic [Queen Anne’s] was,” Decatur Coach Mary Malone said. “It pushed our kids to have a lot of best times going into states. The girls

swam their best so that’s all I can ask.”

Because of their top-three performances during the regional meet, junior Fallon Brown (200-yard freestyle, second, 1:58.28; 100-yard butterfly, second, 1:00.44) and sophomores Allison Hunter (500-yard freestyle, third, 5:51.2) and Kirsten Graham (100-yard backstroke, third, 1:04.67) automatically advanced to states in their individual events.

Decatur’s 200-yard medley relay and 200-yard freestyle relay teams both placed third and qualified for states.

Brown, Graham, Hunter and sophomore Davina Graybill completed the 200-yard medley relay race in 2:02.76.

Sophomore Abby Crisanti joined Graham, Hunter and Brown for the 200yard freestyle relay race. They logged a time of 1:49.83.

Despite not placing in the top three in their individual events, freshmen Kiley Hamby (200-yard IM, fourth, 2:34.21) and Mikayla Denault (200-yard IM, fifth, 2:34.57), Graham (50-yard freestyle, sixth, 26.96 seconds), Crisanti (100-yard freestyle, sixth, 1:02.4) and Hunter (100-yard breaststroke, fourth, 1:18.25) recorded fast enough times to swim in those races at states.

The 400-yard freestyle relay team of junior Jamie Ditzel, Hamby, Denault and Crisanti came in fourth place, but See MALONE Page 27

SD earns top seed in 3A East Region Continued from Page 25 Warriors, 64-61 in that game.

Last season Decatur and Pocomoke had the same record and head-to-head went 1-1, so a coin was flipped to determine which team would represent the Bayside South in the conference championship. Pocomoke won the toss.

Decatur (22-1) received the No. 1 seed in Section II of the 3A East Region and a first-round bye.

“That means all of our games will be at home,” Johnson said, which he added is a big advantage.

The Seahawks will host the winner of today’s game between No. 4 James M. Bennett and No. 5 Atholton, on Tuesday at 5 p.m.

Decatur faced Bennett twice during the regular season and won 73-36 and 77-67. Johnson said he plans on scouting Atholton.

“We look good. We’ve just got to keep building on the momentum from tonight,” Johnson said Wednesday following the Bayside championship victory.

“To be successful we need to continue to play good defense, rebound, take care of the basketball and not turn the ball over.”

Nine SD wrestlers to compete at regionals Continued from Page 25 and be the first one to attack.”

Senior Ean Spencer also took home his first Bayside title.

“It’s very exciting. I feel like with the help of my coaches and my teammates we really worked not only to win it as a team, but really pushed me to win my first individual title,” he said. “I placed second my sophomore year so it’s a really big step up after a lot of hard work.”

Spencer injured his ankle during the Decatur football season last year and wasn’t able to wrestle.

Spencer had a bye in the first round, then pinned his next two 285-pound opponents. He outscored Jose Vazquez (Parkside) 4-2 in the finals.

“There’s a lot of stuff I could have

done better, but at the same time I did what I needed to do to win,” he said. “At the end of the day that’s all that matters.”

Spencer knew Decatur had the lead when he began his match and it was enough to secure the team championship.

“As soon as I won my finals match I remember thinking we just won the Bayside tournament and the emotions built up and it was kind of overwhelming,” he said. “It hit me right then and there. It was a very happy moment.

“It wasn’t just the guys who took first,” he continued. “Everybody worked together as a whole and that’s what won us the tournament.”

Spencer (31-4) received the No. 3 seed in his regional weight class.

He said he will watch his opponents

before facing them and come up with a game plan. The strategy will hopefully earn him a regional title.

“I’m just going in thinking that even though I’m nervous that I can definitely come out as the victor of the match,” he said. “It’s a good type of nervous. It’s anticipation.”

Senior captain Josh Lawson (29-7) finished second in the 120-pound Bayside division. Junior captain Caleb Bourne (26-10) took second at 195 pounds.

Freshman Austin Miller (22-12), sophomore Lukas Layton (24-12) and senior Jacob Caple (7-15) came in third place in the 106-, 152- and 160pound divisions, respectively.

They will all join McKahan, Kaminski, Joobeen and Spencer at regionals.

Senior Alan Means (8-10) finished fifth in the 182-pound Bayside division. Freshman DJ Taylor (9-14) and junior Cade Solito (11-13) placed sixth in the 170- and 126-pound weight classes, respectively.

The top four wrestlers in each regional weight class will advance to the state championship, held March 3-4, at The Show Place Arena in Upper Marlboro, Maryland.

“I would love to take seven to states.

I think that’s a legitimate number,” Martinek said. “Anything less than six, we’re not wresting well. And a lot of kids have aspirations of placing at states so regions is kind of just a step…

They just have to get through this weekend, come out top four and be ready to go for states. That’s our goal.”

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Malone: I’m proud of our Girls focused on playoff run kids for making it to states Continued from Page 26 their time of 4:20.89 advanced them to the championship meet.

“I’m excited for states. I definitely have a lot less nerves going into it because I was there last year and I kind of know what to expect,” said Graham, who will be competing in four state events.

“Overall, I did really well. I got my best time in 100 back[stroke] and I’m looking to do that time or better at states. I did around my best time in the 50 [freestyle]. The girls in our East Region

are very competitive in that event so I placed sixth. It was a pretty good race.”

Decatur swimmers worked on their starts, turns, finishes and the “little things that can cut a tenth of a second here and there” this week and tried to stay loose so they can do their best on Saturday, Deakyne said.

“They just need to swim the best they can and hopefully put up best times.

That’s all you can hope for,” he said.

“I’m proud of our kids for making it to states,” Malone added.

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 24, 2017) The Stephen Decatur girls’ basketball team hoped to bring home its third consecutive Bayside Conference title, but the Lady Seahawks came up a bit short, falling to the Kent Island Buccaneers, 61-48, in Cambridge on Tuesday.

“Overall I thought the girls played well. I didn’t think Kent Island was incredible, but they had two girls that were shooting lights out,” Decatur Coach Kate Coates said. “We played great defense on them and every shot they put up went in. At times I thought

we were a little timid on offense and we needed to get the ball inside more or drive and attack their zone.”

Decatur junior Amya Mumford led the team with 16 points and 13 rebounds. Senior captain Savannah Schultz had 14 points and six rebounds.

Freshman Sarah Engle tallied 12 points.

The Seahawks will put the loss behind them and now focus on the regional and state tournament. Decatur (20-2) received the No. 1 seed in Section II of the 3A East Region and a firstround bye.

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Girls No. 1 seed in 3A East Region Continued from Page 27 seed because that gives us home-court advantage throughout the playoffs, which is huge,” Coates said. “As we saw tonight, although we have had a great season, we are beatable and so we need to do a better job with attacking the defense when we have the ball on offense and we need to do a better job with our defensive transition game, as the teams we play next week look to run the floor.”

Decatur (20-2) will host the winner of today’s No. 4 James M. Bennett vs.

No. 5 Hammond game on Monday in Berlin at 5 p.m.

Decatur played Bennett twice during the regular season and won 44-28 and 47-31.

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By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 24, 2017) Sophomore Colin Miller stepped up big time for Worcester Prep during last Friday’s Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference boys’ basketball championship match. Miller scored 18 of his team’s 40 second-half points, helping lead the Mallards to a 55-45 victory over the Salisbury School Dragons.

“I see him every day in practice.

He’s a really great player – he can shoot, he can drive and he’s a good foul shooter,” Prep Coach Keith Geiger said. “I know he’s really good, but he hasn’t quite had that breakout game this year. Definitely in the second half he had it.”

Top-seeded Worcester led 11-5 at the end of the first quarter on its home court in Berlin. Second-seeded Salisbury School pulled ahead in the second quarter, and at halftime, the visiting Dragons held an 18-15 advantage.

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At the end of the third quarter, the Mallards were on top 34-28.

The Berlin squad outscored Salisbury 19-10 in the third quarter. Miller had nine of Worcester’s 19 points.

“We made a little run, some steals and layups really got us going,” Miller said. “I think that was the turning point.”

“Before the game, we said we’ve got to be patient and look for the mismatch and then try to exploit it,” Geiger said. “In that third quarter, we thought we saw a mismatch with Colin and the guy who was guarding him. He made one or two, then he got fouled, then they got into foul trouble – he’s a great foul shooter and then he just kept building on it.”

Leading 38-31, Miller was fouled twice and made all four of his free throws to increase Worcester’s advantage to 42-31.

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During the break, Geiger told his players to just be patient. They were getting good looks on offense, he said, and he wanted them to continue playing tight defense.

“I tried to dwell on good things we did in the first half. Defensively, I thought we played well,” he said.

“When they dribble the ball up and when they have the ball on the perimeter we made it a point to really make them work hard. They don’t have a deep bench and we do so we wanted to make it a priority all game to keep pressure on them.”

Miller netted his first shot with 3:50 remaining in the third quarter to cut Salisbury’s lead to one (23-22). He was unstoppable from that point on.

He tied it up 24-24 with a little over three minutes to play in the quarter.

Senior captain Owen Nally passed to Miller, who made a layup and was fouled. Miller sank his free throw to turn it into a three-point play and Worcester pulled ahead 27-24.

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Colin Miller has ‘breakout’ game, leads WP to title Continued from Page 28 the game, junior Tucker Brown was successful at the foul line. He made both of his shots with 50 seconds to play then netted two more with 40 seconds left as Worcester took a 5342 lead.

Salisbury hit a three with 28 seconds on the clock, then moments later a scuffle broke out and the Dragons received a technical foul. Brown took four free throws and made two, and Worcester was ahead 55-45 with five seconds remaining.

Brown finished the game with eight points and four rebounds. Senior Tate Shockley (four rebounds, two assists) and junior Brendan Miller (four assists, two steals) scored 11 points each.

Colin Miller led the team with 18 points. He also had four rebounds, five steals and three assists.

“I shot pretty bad in the first half. I was off,” he said. “I mentally put myself in attack mode and made my shots in the second half. I think once I hit my first couple it really got me going.

“It’s been just off all year and finally it came together for the championship game,” Miller said of his shooting. “It was awesome.”

Geiger said the great thing about his team is that multiple players can score. One game, one player might be the top scorer and the next night it could be someone else. “[Salisbury School] and a lot of other teams in our league sort of rely on one or two guys,” Geiger said.

“That’s what makes our team really good, I think. Anyone can step up and lead the team one game. It’s kind of been like that all season. That’s what we have to our advantage over other teams in the conference.”

Worcester finished the season with a 13-5 record. The Mallards captured their second consecutive ESIAC title.

“We stumbled a little bit in the beginning because we had a lot of injuries, I think…It was an unbelievable finish,” Geiger said. “As players came back from injury, sickness, vacation we started to get on a roll and got stronger and stronger and everybody got more confidence. It was great.”

All-Conference awards were presented to Brown, Nally and senior captain Patrick Petrera.

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Worcester Prep sophomore Colin Miller shoots a three during the fourth quarter of last Friday’s Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference championship game against Salisbury School in Berlin. He led Worcester with 18 points in the 55-45 win.

points (238), rebounds (79) and blocks (seven). Petrera, who missed the championship game because he was sick, was second in scoring with 137 points.

Nally finished the seasons with 83 points. He led the squad in assists (50) and steals (42).

Brendan Miller received All-ESIAC Honorable Mention accolades.

Of the six players graduating, three – Nally, Petrera and Shockley – were major contributors.

“Those three guys are going to be tough to replace. I’m glad we won for them,” Geiger said. “Tate and Owen have been on varsity since they were freshmen so it’s nice for those two guys especially to win.”

Despite losing talented players, Geiger thinks next year’s squad will be strong.

“We’ve got a pretty good starting five. We’ve got the Millers, Tucker, Brenner Maull, who was injured all season, and Sam Cantello,” Geiger said. “It’s not going to get any easier.

The conference will be tough, but we have a good group returning.”

“I’ve got two more years so I’m looking forward to hopefully winning [the championship] again,” Colin Miller added. “I’m very excited. Next year I’ll be an upperclassman and help lead these guys. I’m looking forward to that.”

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 24, 2017) Worcester Prep girls’ basketball Coach Scot Dailey knew last Friday’s Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference championship match against the Saints Peter and Paul Sabres in Easton was going to be a battle – and only one team could win the title.

Unfortunately for Dailey and his Lady Scot Dailey Mallards, they were the squad to go home empty handed.

“It was two good, evenly matched basketball teams playing each other.

Someone had to win and someone had to lose,” Dailey said after the Mallards’ 38-36 loss. “Both teams deserved to win. I’m very competitive, and yes, I would have loved to win, but the girls left it all on the court. I feel OK with it. No regrets.”

The second-seeded Mallards tallied eight points in the first quarter and held the Sabres scoreless.

“We played great defense. We were swarming and challenging every shot,” Dailey said.

Saints Peter and Paul outscored Worcester 10-2 in the second quarter.

At halftime, the score was tied 10-10.

“First-half defense was great. We just couldn’t score in the second quarter,” Dailey said. “We missed some shots and couldn’t find a rhythm.”

The top-seeded Sabres led by two in the final seconds of the third quarter and extend their advantage to five just before the buzzer sounded. At the end of the third quarter, the home team was on top 26-21.

Saints Peter and Paul jumped ahead by 10 points early in the fourth quarter, but the Prep squad didn’t give up and started to chip away at the lead.

With just over a minute left on the clock, Prep senior captain Leigh Lingo stole the ball and was fouled as she made a layup. Lingo sank her free throw and Worcester trailed 36-34.

Then, the Sabres pulled ahead 3834 on foul shots as time ticked down.

Worcester senior Madison Bescak took the ball down the court and scored during the final seconds, but time ran out before the Mallards could muster a comeback.

“I was pleased with how hard the girls played. They played relentless for 32 minutes,” Dailey said. “I just feel bad for them. I wanted to see them go out on top.”

Lingo led the Mallards with 10 points, five steals, three assists and two rebounds. Freshman Emily Copeland chipped in with nine points and 16 rebounds. Senior Karlie Southcomb had six points, eight rebounds and two steals.

“It was a fun atmosphere to be a part of. I was very pleased with our performance,” Dailey said.

Worcester started off the season 13-0 – a program record. The Mallards finished with a 16-3 record. The team will graduate seven seniors, a majority of whom were major contributors.

“It was an unbelievable season. A season to remember,” Dailey said. “It was fun to have these girls the last two seasons. They’re hard working and dedicated. They became a family.

Their will to win and determination is only something a coach can dream of.”

Lingo, her twin sister, Regan, Southcomb and Copeland earned AllESIAC honors. Bescak was presented honorable mention accolades.

Leigh Lingo scored 127 points this year to lead Worcester. She also logged the most steals (119) and assists (52). Southcomb was second in scoring, tallying 119 points. Copeland finished in third, recording 95 points.

She was the top rebounder (102).

Despite a talented core of players graduating, Dailey said the team should return a solid nucleus next season.

“We’re going to lose a bulk of our scoring and rebounding so we’re looking for people to step up,” he said. “It will be a lot of work, but we have potential to build on.”

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) OC Tax Service kicks off its first season on Racetrack Road after Mary Ann Jordan and her two sons Mike and John Ward have served the community since 2003.

“Most of our business is developed from word of mouth. Our clients are loyal,” Mary Ann Jordan said. “They keep coming back and refer people to us.

We have great clients.”

All kinds of tax services are available for individuals, families, students, corporations and small businesses. There are two notaries on site in addition to payroll services and tax consultations offered.

“We care and pride ourselves in trustworthiness,” Jordan said. “Clients trust us and that is why we are so highly recommended. We try to always create a trustworthy environment.”

OC Tax Service has a state-of-the-art system for secure backup, which encourages clients to go paperless by offering PDF files and a free jump drive of their taxes. Hard copies are also available.

Fast and no interest loans can be attained based on refunds.

“We are sensitive to the security of information we hold here,” Jordan said.

“We are developing a system to help other companies backup their files securely.” The system is slated to be up and running by the spring.

Bookkeeping services include preparing income statements, balance sheets and financial reports for customers in addition to settling bank accounts and accounting books. There is no financial planning.

“We personalize to what a company’s needs are and explain what happens when money is taxed,” Jordan said.

“Combined, we [Mary Ann and her two sons] have more than 25 years’ experience in preparing personal and business tax returns, primarily in Maryland and Delaware. We also have the capability for preparing taxes in all states.”

The tax business was located on Golf Course Road for 13 years before moving in October to Racetrack Road.

“We are constantly educating ourselves about the changes in the tax environment,” Jordan said. “Come in and talk to us. We can go over your needs and set up a plan with a free consultation.”

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Grant funded job training now available for area youth

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) SHORE UP! Inc., a nonprofit and community action partnership in the area, encourages young people from Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties to apply for job training opportunities.

The program is looking for anyone 16 to 24 years old who is unemployed or under-employed and not presently enrolled in school or a vocational training program.

“We are focusing on helping high school graduates and low income young

people get a decent paying job,” said Alicia Robinson, planning coordinator for SHORE UP! Inc. The program offers employment training, pays for tuition and continuously gives support.

“We help with studying or any hardships and follow up with people for a year after they find employment,” Robinson said. “The program is designed to help train out-of-school youth.

Many people are not receiving an adequate income.”

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By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) The National Association of Realtors (NAR) issued a news release this week stating that a new housing affordability model suggests homebuyers at many income levels could see an inadequate amount of listings on the market within their price range in coming months.

The new housing affordability model was created jointly by the National Association of Realtors and realtor.com.

NAR and realtor.com are using the Realtors Affordability Distribution Curve and Score, which uses data on mortgages, state-level income and listings on realtor.com, to examine affordability conditions at different income percentiles for all active inventory.

Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, says a top complaint Realtors have been hearing from clients is a notable imbalance between what they can afford and what is listed for sale.

“Home prices have ascended far past wage growth in much of the country in recent years because not enough homeowners are selling and homebuilders have not boosted production enough to meet rising demand,” he said. “NAR and realtor.com’s new affordability measure confirms that buyers aren’t exaggerating about the imbalance.

Amidst higher home prices and now mortgage rates, households with lower incomes have been able to afford less of all homes on the market last year and so far in 2017.”

The news release explained that the entire Affordability Distribution Curve in January was below the equality line and the gap was generally wider at lower incomes, which indicates even tighter supply conditions.

It explained that a household in the 35th percentile could afford 28 percent of all listings, a median income household (50th percentile) could afford 46 percent of listings and a household in the 75th percentile was able to afford 74 percent of active listings.

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Winters joins LSLT The Lower Shore Land Trust organization has partnered with AmeriCorps through the ShoreCorps/PALS state program offered at Salisbury University, and has brought on Michelle Winters as new AmeriCorps service member.

Winters comes to LSLT with four years of undergrad experience Michelle Winters studying environmental studies and marketing management, where she gained valuable knowledge about environmentalism and sustainability. Joining an established organization, she will apply useful techniques directed toward rural community engagement and land preservation to achieve a more healthy and connected Eastern Shore.

Winters joins LSLT in an AmeriCorps service member position. The position aims to further develop the pollinator certification program and implement pollinator gardens, develop native landscaping resources, coordinate pollinator festival and native plant celebration, and assist with efforts to develop Sturgis Park with environmentally friendly landscaping.

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Parsons recognized Ocean City Procurement Manager Catrice Parsons recently earned recognition from the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC) by obtaining the Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) credential.

Parsons, who obtained this distinction by meeting high standards of proficiency in public procurement, is now among a select group of procurement professionals to be distinguished by this professional certification.

With substantial professional experience, procurement-related coursework and superior examination performance, Parsons was one of 91 individuals to successfully complete the fall 2016 certification.

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Prior to her employment with the town in 2013, she taught Purchasing and Materials Management at Salisbury University for over five years. She received her designation of Certified Professional in Supply Management from the Institute of Supply Management in 2013.

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Unemployed, underemployed young adults targets for help Continued from Page 30 Lower Shore Workforce Alliance grant, the youth job training initiative began in the fall of 2015 with programs for certified nursing assistants.

In its second year, the program has expanded to include in-demand jobs such as operating an aircraft, school bus drivers, child care workers, truck drivers and additional occupations in the health care industry.

“As long as someone can get a certificate,” Robinson said. “It is a great program because it pays the tuition and gets people into a job where there is a need.”

Atlantic General Hospital, local nursing homes and clinics currently employ people who went through job training

programs at SHORE UP! Inc. Referrals for the youth job training program are ongoing. The best way to apply is to call Orville Pen at 410-7491142 extension 360.

SHORE UP! Inc. was formed in 1965 to help fight the war on poverty in Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties.

The private nonprofit has a number of programs for children and their families including energy assistance, weatherization services, senior employment, a free tax preparation program, and housing and foreclosure counseling. Additionally, the organization has a low income housing complex in Princess Anne.

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Demand good, wages less so Continued from Page 30 your price range. However, it’s a bit concerning that the income levels don’t line up with wages.

“Consistently strong job gains and a growing share of millennials entering their prime buying years is laying the foundation for robust buyer demand in 2017,” Jonathan Smoke, chief economist at realtor.com, said. “However, buyers

with a lower maximum affordable price are seeing heavy competition for the fewer listings they can afford. At a time of higher borrowing costs, this situation could affect affordability even more as buyers battle for a smaller pool of homes and bid prices upward.”

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) For the 29th year, spectators will have four weekends to catch free games at Northside Park during the annual St. Patrick’s indoor soccer tournament.

The first tournament kicks off this weekend, Feb. 24-26, with under 18 girls’ and boys’ divisions. In addition, there will be a adult tournament consisting of six-on-six play, with the requirement of at least two female players on each team.

“This is a very popular tournament with great competition covering the eastern and western shores of Maryland,” said Kim Kinsey, tournament director. “We also started the co-ed adult division last year and it has doubled in teams this year.”

This weekend, there will be 22 girls’ and boys’ teams under 18-yearsold, and 13 adult teams competing in the tournament. Play will begin at 5 p.m. on Friday and continue until about 11:30 p.m. with two pool play games followed by a single-elimination tournament.

On Saturday, the tournament starts at 8 a.m. with the last game kicking off at 9 p.m.

“Teams are guaranteed three games with at least one game in a playoff bracket,” Kinsey said. “It is single elimination and teams play until they lose.”

Most playoff games will take place on Sunday with play beginning at 8 a.m. and the finals set to start at 3:30 p.m., she said.

“Many of these teams have been participating in this tournament since they were in the under-10 division,” Kinsey said. “I even have adults who tell me they played in the tournament when they were younger and now they’re in their 30’s and pushing 40’s.”

The St. Patrick’s indoor soccer tournaments return March 3-5 with 37 boys’ and girls’ teams competing in two divisions: under 12 and under 16. Play begins at 5 p.m. on March 3 and will finish up around 3 p.m. on March 5.

From March 10-12, 48 adult men and women teams compete from noon on Friday until about 6 p.m. on Sunday.

The final tournament of the season will take place from March 17-19 with girls’ and boys’ teams competing in two divisions: under 10 and under 14.

There is no fee for spectators to catch a game at Northside Park and teams can still sign up for the last tournament until today, Friday.

“It’s a tradition and a fun way to spend a weekend in Ocean City during the off-season,” Kinsey said. “This is always a favorite and traditional event for many teams on the eastern and western shores. They come to Ocean City to have a fun weekend with family, friends and of course play some great soccer.”

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Inside Going Out Taylor Sloan cean City locals know how to have a great time every month of the year.

February isn’t going to end without a craft beer festival in honor of “Febrewary” happening at Seacrets, Saturday, Feb. 25, and while out on Tuesday, you will see purple, green and gold beads for Mardi Gras 2017.

Wednesday begins the first of March and the official countdown to “Locals New Year.” That being said, everyone can look forward to spring and more opening parties.

In the meantime, keep checking out this column for delicious food specials, awesome happy hours and great live entertainment.

BJ’s on The Water, 75th Street, offers happy hour Monday through Friday, 4-7 p.m., and late night happy hour Sunday through Thursday, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Drink specials include $2.25 Miller Lite, Coors Light and Natural Light cans, $1.75 domestic draft mugs and $3 pint drafts, $3.25 domestic bottles, $3.50 rails and premium beers, $4.25 house wine and $4.50 import beers. Happy hour food specials include a pretzel dog and fries, $4.99 and hot fingers with fries $5.99.

Dance the night away with Full Circle on stage at 9 p.m., Friday, Feb. 24 and Saturday, Feb. 25, listen to Chest Pains.

Try the half-price entrée specials Sunday through Thursday, starting at 11 a.m., all served with two sides, including fried seafood on Sunday and crab cake imperial on Monday. Tuesday, have a twin crab cake dinner, and Wednesday, indulge in stuffed flounder.

To hear more, call 410-5247575.

Bourbon Street on the Beach, 116th Street, offers happy hour 37 p.m. daily, which includes $2 Natural Light, $2.50 drafts, $3.50 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.

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Hundreds of pieces of chocolate fill the display case at Wockenfuss Candies in West Ocean City, one of more than a dozen businesses participating in Saturday’s 10th annual “Death By Chocolate.” (Below) Wockenfuss Candies employees, from left, Sara Truitt, Elaine Jacobs, Joann Poremski and Shirley Hopkins are happy to serve sweet treats during the 2016 “Death By Chocolate.”

Annual ‘Death By Chocolate’ game in West OC, Sat.

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) The popular “Death

By Chocolate” game takes on a “Clue” theme in West Ocean City this Saturday, Feb. 25, where participants will visit 13 local merchants and solve mysteries at each crime scene.

During the 10th annual free event, participants 18 and older are encouraged to search for suspects and weapons while investigating a crime scene inside each business before getting their game cards validated.

A complimentary chocolate treat will await guests as they visit each store to complete their game card.

Players who finish the game will have a chance to take home a variety of prizes ranging from gift certificates to a television.

“It is a fun day in the dead of winter and a huge marketing event for merchants,” said Jan Patterson-Hohman, who organizes Death By Chocolate with Louise Reardon. “It gets everyone out and meeting the owners. A great opportunity to see what is in West Ocean City.”

Patterson-Hohman and Reardon own CraZy LadyZ!, one of the businesses taking part in the event.

CraZy LadyZ will offer an array of truffles and something chocolatedipped for participants on Saturday.

To play Death By Chocolate, players can pick up a “Crazy Clue” game card at any of the 13 participating stores. To be eligible for prizes, players must visit all of the merchants, in

any order, and solve the mystery to the crime scene, while indulging in chocolate and making sure to get their cards validated.

This year, the answers will be weapons and suspects, which are uncovered through the process of elimination at each merchant’s crime scene, Patterson-Hohman said.

“It should be fun,” PattersonHohman said. “Each store will have a weapon you won’t believe and suspects you’ve never met.”

The stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and participants can leave their completed cards at the last stop on their route or bring them to Sunset Grille, on Sunset Avenue in West Ocean City, by 6 p.m. for a chance to win prizes.

Wockenfuss Candies has participated in the West Ocean City event for the past nine years.

“I love that it gives you a chance to meet local merchants and you get a chance to see a lot of great shops in West Ocean City,” owner Chris Butler

said. “Jan and Louise from CraZy LadyZ come up with a different game each year and it’s always a lot of fun.”

Everyone who turns in a completed card has a chance to win one of the 14 prizes at Sunset Grille’s 7 p.m. drawing. Players do not need to be present to win. Winners will be notified on Monday, Feb. 27.

“I think it’s a great way to bring new customers into our business and to have fun with chocolate. We love it and it’s a great fit in West Ocean City,” said Jill Ferrante, owner of Park Place Jewelers, which has participated in Death By Chocolate since its inception.

Sunset Grille will turn the restaurant into a huge party, where drink specials will start at 1 p.m. and include $4 house wine, $2.50 domestic beer, $5 orange crushes and $5 chocolate martinis. Also, buy one entrée and appetizer, get a second entrée free after 4 p.m. To get this dinner deal, participants must make a reservation under See COMPLETE Page 34

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Complete game card, win prizes during event, Sat. Continued from Page 33 “Death By Chocolate.”

Patterson-Hohman and Reardon brought the Death By Chocolate idea from another town to West Ocean City 10 years ago.

The event has grown annually with more than 500 people participating last year.

“We started having the event on a Saturday after Valentine’s and President’s Day weekends that way stores can handle the large crowds,” Patterson-Hohman said. “We started getting calls in October and November wanting to know the date because people schedule their mid-winter vacations around the event.”

Coastal Coffee Roasting will make its debut this year and the majority of merchants have been participating in Death By Chocolate since its inception.

“See what is in stores for the spring and summer,” Patterson-Hohman said. “The game is designed for people to have fun and meet local merchants. Every year, new people move into the area. Unless you have an interest, you would never think to visit some of these stores because you don’t relate. It gets people out and about and creates awareness for local merchants.”

PARTICIPATING MERCHANTS CraZy LadyZ! - $50 gift certificate Monkey’s Trunk - $50 gift certificate Kendall Furniture - $150 gift certificate OC Floor Gallery - $250 gift certificate and floor care product gift basket OC Chamber of Commerce – Ocean City tote with goodies valued at $75 IMPACT Home Technology – Apple television Gen4 valued at $149 Pet Threadz - $25 gift certificate and basket of dog goodies OC Organics - $25 gift card and organic gift basket valued at $65 Coastal Coffee Roasting - $25 gift certificate Bungalow 7 - $50 gift certificate Wockenfuss - $50 gift certificate Park Place Jewelers - $50 gift certificate Snapdragon - $50 gift certificate Sunset Grille - $50 gift certificate

Death By Chocolate starts at 10 a.m. Saturday and continues until 5 p.m. followed by a celebration at Sunset Grille.

“It is an upbeat, energizing and fun day,” Patterson-Hohman said. “The public gets to meet owners and a large amount of people come from out of town to play. Next year, look forward to an off-the-wall hangman game.”

Call 410-213-8110 to make dinner reservations at Sunset Grille. For more information about the game, call 410-213-2085.

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Mardi Gras. Wednesday, March 1, stop in for open mic, 8-11 p.m.

Thursday, March 2, hang out with Chris Button and Dave Sherman playing 7-10 p.m.

To make a reservation, call 443664-2896.

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, 5:30-9:30 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

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$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.

Friday, Feb. 24 and Saturday, Feb. 25 hear On The Edge at 9:30 p.m. and DJ Dusty will spin between sets. To make reservations, call 410-524-3535.

Coins Restaurant and Pub, 28th Street, offers happy hour daily, 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include domestic drafts, $2; domestic bottles, $2.75; and rail drinks/chardonnay/cabernet $3.50. Food specials include a quarter pound hot dog, $2; 12 steamed clams/wings, $6; and mussels, $7.

Enjoy half-price entrées Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday, 5-9 p.m. For a full menu visit, www.coinspuboc.com.

The Cove at Ocean Pines, 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, is closed Tuesday, and reopens at 5 p.m.

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Brunch begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. Sunday. Try the Cove’s new plated menu featuring traditional favorites.

Friday, enjoy the jazz stylings of Bryan Clark from 7-10 p.m. in Mumford’s Ballroom. Saturday, Feb. 25, hear First Class duo 8 p.m. to midnight.

Wednesday, March 1, don’t miss karaoke at 7 p.m. with DJ Donnie.

Thursday, trivia night begins at 6 p.m., with signups starting at 5:30 p.m. For more, visit www.oceanpines.org.

Crab Bag, 130th Street, opens at 11 a.m. year-round. It offers all day super happy hour with drink specials that include $1.50 domestic drafts, $2 rails and domestic bottles, $3.50 wine by the glass, $3.95 32-ounce mini pitcher, $4.95 Bloody Mary’s and $5.95 orange crushes.

Food specials include $6.95 cracklin kielbasa; $7.95 smoke house chili dog, chicken sandwich, one-third rack baby back ribs, or smoke house cheese fries; and $8.95 half-pound cheeseburger.

For more specials, call 410-2503337.

Duffy’s Bayside Bar and Grille, 130th Street, features happy hour from noon until 6 p.m. daily. Happy hour drinks include domestic bottle/drafts for $2.25, import beers for $3.50, Guinness for $5, rails are $3 and calls and house wines are $3.75.

Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. enjoy eggs Benedict for $10.99, corned beef hash for $12.99 and steak and eggs for $13.99.

Wednesday is burger night from 6 p.m. to close and includes beef, turkey or black bean burgers for $6.99, and house wine will be available for $3.75. Friday have a crab cake dinner for $13.99 and hear Bob Hughes play from 5-9 p.m. Check out all of Duffy’s happenings at www.DuffysOC.com.

Fager’s Island, 60th Street, offers daily lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Enjoy “Island Time,” Tuesday through Sunday, 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include $5 crushes, martinis and Fager’s Island wines, twofor-one rail drinks, domestic beers and Coronas.

Friday, dance the night away while DJ Rob Cee spins at 9 p.m.

Saturday, catch DJ Muve at 9 p.m. on the deck, and hear the Loop on stage at 9:30 p.m. For more, visit www.Fagers.com.

Fox’s Pizza Den, located in the Harris Teeter Shopping Plaza, Route 54, offers locals’ dine-in only specials.

Monday starting at 4 p.m., enjoy a prime rib dinner for $13. Tuesday, stop in for half-price pizza, and Wednesday, get your taste buds ready for $10 parmesan night.

Thursday is “Lucky Burger” night for $7.77, which includes a half-

pound Angus burger. Friday, have fish and chips for $10.

Come in for happy with drink specials until 6 p.m. that include $3 domestic drafts and rails, $4 house wines and $5 orange crushes. For more, call 302-436FOXS (3697).

Harborside Bar & Grill, 12841 S. Harbor Rd. West Ocean City, offers happy hour from 4-7 p.m.

Monday through Friday. Drink specials include $2 rails and domestic beer bottle/drafts and $5.50 orange crushes. Food specials include $5.99 buffalo wings/pound of steamed shrimp, $7.99 bowl of garlic mussels and two dozen steamed clams for $12.99.

Friday, Feb. 24, Billy T will provide tunes beginning at 4 p.m. Friday is also ladies night starting at 7 p.m. Enjoy $2 16-ounce Miller and Coors Light drafts, $3 shooters and $4 house wine, and of course, happy hour prices on orange crushes.

On Saturday, Feb. 25, hear Side Project, 2-6 p.m., followed by DJ Jeremy at 9 p.m. On Sunday, listen to Opposite Directions, 2-6 p.m. then DJ Billy T, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28, enjoy a prime rib dinner for $15.99. Every Wednesday, hang out with DJ Jeremy during karaoke starting at 10 p.m.

For all things from the home of the Original Orange Crush, 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. 25.

Thursday, March 2, listen to Kevin Poole, 6-10 p.m.

Harpoon Hanna’s offers food specials to team trivia players 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 halfpound of steamed shrimp, shrimp springs rolls and jerk chicken.

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Shore Craft Beer Fest: Love on Tap at Seacrets, Sat.

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) Craft beer drinkers have the opportunity to sample more than 30 beers from 14 area breweries during the Shore Craft Beer Fest: Love on Tap, this Saturday, at Seacrets on 49th Street.

Scheduled to attend are Fin City, Evolution, Dogfish Head, OC Brewing Company, Backshore Brewing Company, Tall Tales, Third Wave, Burley Oak, Fordham & Dominion, Mispillion River Brewing, RAR, Rubber Soul Brewing Company, Blue Earl Brewing and Big Oyster Brewery.

“You’ll find a bunch that are love themed,” said Ann Hillyer, creator of shorecraftbeer.com. “Many are made for our FeBREWary, Craft Beer Lover’s Month. There are several chocolate stouts with fruit – cherries or strawberries. There are also a huge number of IPAs and Belgians.”

Each brewery will have at least two beers to sample in addition to a white mango Hoop Tea drink from Backshore Brewing Company.

All attendees will receive a complimentary pint glass and must be at least 21 years old with a valid ID. “This is going to be the largest gathering of local craft breweries ever,” Hillyer said. “We pride ourselves on being always and only local. Seacrets is a phenomenal location for an afternoon of beer tasting and great music.”

The Whiskeyhickon Boys are back to provide folk, jazz and blues music in addition to Full Circle putting their own spin on favorite songs throughout the three-hour event.

“It is easy to drink a beer while listening to The Whiskeyhickon Boys, and Full Circle is one of my favorite Seacrets’ bands,” said Jackie Miller, Seacrets’ marketing manager.

For an additional charge, Seacrets is

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Fin City brewmaster Vince Wright pours some of his brewery’s Bad Luck Banana Porter, one of several beers made in honor of FeBREWary Craft Beer Lovers Month in Maryland, during the Shore Craft Beer Fest: Love on Tap event last year at Seacrets on 49th Street. The 2017 event will take place this Saturday from 1-4 p.m.

offering a beer and food pairings menu.

“Many of the brewers have made recommendations for food pairings from Seacrets’ menu, so if you are interested in learning more about food pairings with craft beer, this is another great reason to spend the afternoon with us on Saturday,” Hillyer said.

Representatives, brewmasters and experts will be on hand to meet and talk with attendees.

“Attendees can enjoy talking with the brewers and brewery representatives to learn about the beer as well as enjoy sampling over 30 beers,” Hillyer said.

The second annual event celebrates Maryland’s Craft Beer Month and brings awareness to the dozens of craft breweries across the state.

“Partnering with Shore Craft Beer is fun for us,” Miller said. “Together we create an event that is entertaining and full of local support. It is our biggest event yet.”

Shore Craft Beer Fest: Love on Tap will take place from 1-4 p.m. on Saturday. Tickets cost $25 in advance, $35 at the door and $10 for designated drivers with unlimited soft drinks.

There will also be VIP tickets available for $40 in advance and $50 at the

door, which provide an extra hour of unlimited tastings starting at noon and an event T-shirt. T-shirts will also be on sale at the event.

To purchase tickets, visit shorecraftbeerfest.com.

A partner in your life has become very vocal lately and is not easy to persuade on any topic, Gemini. You have to find a way to reach this person so the relationship can develop.

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Children, involvement in creative projects, or other personal, private life affairs will fill several days, Leo. Serious decisions can be put off for the time being.

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Virgo, your home and family are on the top of your mind as you enter the week, Virgo. Perhaps you have party details to oversee or travel arrangements to make.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

WPS BREAD SALE Worcester Prep second grade students hosted the annual Bread Sale as part of a hands-on learning lesson combining English, science, social studies, mathematics and philanthropy, on Jan. 19. The month-long project is modeled like a small business, with the students making the bread and then selling it in their classroom cafe. Mia Jaoude heats up a slice of bread.

You always are thinking of others, Libra, but now it’s time to think of yourself. Rest if that is what you desire, or plan a move if you need a change of pace.

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There is a chance you may be in touch with medical personnel this week, Capricorn. It will not have to do directly to you, but maybe a call for a friend or family member.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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Serve country sausage gravy over biscuits or crispy toast

By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) The shimmering waters of the Eastern Shore highlight the shadows of welcomed serenity and allow me to be one with myself.

The peaceful seashore guides the gentle breeze of ancestry to drift within my thoughts. The ebb tide of fate flows and the gentle surf’s indecision suggests each day is a new beginning.

As the twinkling tide of tranquility shifts, the moon bows down and bids adieu in formal fashion. The sun takes command and beckons my undivided attention; do I dare glance at the reflection that lies before me?

The brightness of truth follows my every step of intention. My sleepy soul awakes and flows with inquisition. Before reason can simmer without judgment, a much needed cup of freshly brewed java perks my attention of continuation.

The rumbles of famished curiosity absorb my every thought and lead me to the journey of my forgotten youth.

Hues of the past embellish my childhood memory with culinary delight.

The whispering echo of my grandmother tiptoes into the canyons of my mind and an endless sea calls my name.

The spice of progression has weathered the façade of my family’s dwelling but that does not reduce the spirit of existence. Our eyes see with our hearts and our hearts are the keeper of cherished moments. How I miss my grandmother and our times in the kitchen. I find myself mesmerized and peer into the window of antiquity.

The dusty curtains are moved aside so images of Nanny become perfectly clear. Time has a way of diffusing actuality and remembrances are all I have. As the fog of yearning slowly releases from the murkiness of uncertainty, I can see her petite frame hovering over the old wood stove.

Nanny’s repertoire of cooking knows our “roots” and have an unmistakable quintessential quality that encompass the path of life. Food blesses the manifestation of family and is the spirit of the future.

Heirlooms preserve the prism of faith. I cherish my grandmother’s old cast-iron skillet; past generations come to life and gleam with pride. I can see her nurturing hand strategically placed on the handle of the skillet. It takes years to learn how to make sausage gravy; hard work and sacrifice are understood.

I must confess I do not know what made my grandmother’s sausage gravy taste so heavenly. Maybe it was the fact that our sausage was fresh. Maybe it was the fact that our dairy products were delivered and seemed more wholesome. Maybe it was the fact that the gravy was served over homemade

biscuits. Maybe it was a combination of all or possible something else.

Life is full of challenges and answers do not come easy. But as time breathes fresh opportunity and I become wiser; I have finally realized what made her gravy so special. Sometimes simplicity says it all. Nanny cooked with love and it is that devotion that made everything taste so good.

Grandmother’s are special and one of a kind; I would like to share an updated version of her country sausage gravy. Nanny always said cream was the secret to a velvety consistency. In addition, she added a touch of bacon drippings for extra aroma.

Typically country sausage gravy is made with breakfast sausage. I add sweet Italian sausage to the breakfast sausage; it gives the dish more texture and more flavor. Sometimes going against tradition delivers delicious results.

In addition, the recipe calls for a dash of hot sauce. The hot sauce will not make the gravy spicy, it will simply add a little depth the dish. Enjoy!

Country Sausage Gravy Ingredients ½ pound breakfast sausage ½ pound sweet Italian sausage 2 tablespoons sausage drippings 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 2 cups 2% milk 2 cups half and half 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt 1/3 teaspoon dried, crushed rosemary 1/3 teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon onion powder ¼ teaspoon black powder dash of favorite hot sauce 1. Using your fingers, remove casing from Italian sausage. Tear breakfast and Italian sausage into small pieces. Cook sausage in a large heavy skillet over medium heat until cooked.

2. Remove sausage and set aside.

You need 2 tablespoons of drippings.

If the sausage does not render that amount, add bacon drippings.

3. Add flour to drippings to form a roux. Reduce heat to medium-low and brown the roux for 3 minutes.

4. Add milk one-half of a cup at a time. Constantly stir with a wooden spoon so the roux blends with the milk. You may have to use the back of the spoon to help in the blending process.

5. Once the milk has been added and the gravy is starting to thicken, add all of the spices and hot sauce.

6. Add the sausage to the gravy.

7. Add the cream one cup at a time and continue to stir. Once the gravy is luscious and thick, it is ready to serve over hot biscuits or crispy toast.

8. If the gravy gets too thick, simply add a splash of milk as needed.

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OUT & ABOUT (Left) Ocean City residents Jamie Wood and John Resh attend the Downtown Association of Ocean City’s “After Dark” event at the Original Greene Turtle on 116th Street, Feb. 15. (Right) Kathy Vornlocker of New York, left, Steve Taylor of Ayers Creek Adventures, and Marjorie Hagood, Downtown Association volunteer, take part in the “After Dark” gathering on Feb. 15 hosted by the Downtown Association of Ocean City.

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Wor-Wic Culinary Arts students, from left, Jason Nester, Sam Porter, Rob Pippin and Natalee Long, pose for a photo at Ropewalk before preparing dessert for the Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association dinner, held at the 82nd Street restaurant on Feb. 16.

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Wor-Wic Community College Culinary Arts students Brian Banks, left, and Marc Hayden, right, make treats with professor Paul Suplee for the Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association dinner at Ropewalk on 82nd Street, Feb. 16.

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Annapolis residents, from left, Bill, Will and Michelle Manning and Kim Rawlings, have dinner at O.C. Fish Company, located on Harbor Road in West Ocean City, Feb. 19.

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(Above) Ocean Pines residents, from left, Kim and Phil Wood and Mary Michelman, enjoy beverages at O.C. Fish Company, located on Harbor Road in West Ocean City, Sunday. (Left) O.C. Fish Company servers, from left, Nick White, Jody Purnell, Greg Caldwell, Tracey White, Beth Todd and Stoni Horton, gather for a photo at the West Ocean City restaurant, Feb. 19.

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Seacrets, 49th Street, is open Thursday at 4 p.m. and 11 a.m.

Friday through Sunday. Enjoy happy hour specials including half-price jerk chicken, Jamaican fries and onion rings, and $5 off wings/raw bar prices, 4-7 p.m.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Seacrets spirits. Half-price entrĂŠes start at 5 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Saturday is rock and rib night; have a half rack of ribs with a starch and vegetable for $14.99, or full rack/whole rock fish/half rack & half piece of rockfish for $18.99 served with a starch and vegetable.

This Saturday is the Shore Craft Beer Fest Febrewary â&#x20AC;&#x153;Love On Tapâ&#x20AC;? event 1-4 p.m. Tickets cost $40 for VIP, $25 for general admission and designated drivers $10.

Seacrets Distillery tours happen every Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. Tours cost $10 and can be booked online Participants must be at least 21 years of age to go on a tour. Enjoy a few tastings with your choice of vodka, lemon vodka, orange vodka, grapefruit vodka, gin, white rum, spiced rum, coconut rum, bourbon-whiskey or light-whiskey.

Visit, www.seacrets.com for more specials.

Skye Bar, 66th Street, features a raw bar, lite fare, fresh seafood and steaks, creative cocktails and an award-winning wine list. The restaurant opens at 3 p.m. Friday and 11:30 a.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Happy hour is 3-6 p.m. Friday through Sunday and includes $1 oysters from the raw bar and food and drink specials such as $1 off draft beer, $3.50 rails, $4 house wines and $5 orange crushes.

Sunday, try a whole lobster for $15, $1 Maryland oysters and $12.95 cajun grilled salmon.

For Skye Barâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s menu and entertainment schedule, visit www.skyebaroc.com.

Sunset Grille, 12933 Sunset Ave., West Ocean City, offers happy hour every day 3-7 p.m. with twofor-one drinks including select beer, wine, crushes and rail beverages and half-price appetizers.

Tuesday, Feb. 28 enjoy a threecourse Mardi Gras dinner starting at 3:30 p.m. for $14.99. First course choices include chicken and andouille gumbo, fried green tomato and shrimp remoulade and pan fried Virginia oyster. Second See INSIDE Page 40

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Every Wednesday and Thursday in February and March, have halfprice prime rib, including a 12ounce queen cute for $13.50.

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Higgins, 31st and Coastal Highway, is open for the 2017 season.

Enjoy its all-you-can eat crab and corn for $29.99. For more specials, call 410-289-2581.

Hooters, West Ocean City on Route 50, offers happy hour every day from 3-6 p.m. with drink specials including $2.50 domestic drafts/bottles, $3 wells, $3.50 house wine and $4 calls.

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in the service, enjoy Military Mondays with 10 percent off for active or retired military. Celebrate wing fest Tuesdays from 6-8 p.m. with 50-cent traditional or boneless wings. For more, call 410-213-1841.

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.

To view the menu, visit www.kywestoceancity.com.

Nickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s House of Ribs, 145th Street, is open Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to midnight, and noon to midnight Saturday and Sunday.

Enjoy two-for-one happy hour from 3-5 p.m. at the bar only.

Tuesday, order a single crab cake or flounder almondine with two sides and dinner rolls for $13.99. Wednesday, have a halfrack of ribs with two sides and dinner rolls for $13.99, and Thursday, eat half a BBQ chicken with two sides and rolls for $13.99. For more, visit www.nickshouseofribs.com.

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. 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.

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BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-7575 www.bjsonthewater.com Feb. 24: Full Circle, 9 p.m.

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116th Street, behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium Ocean City 443-664-2896 www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com Feb. 24: Baltimore Boys, 7-11 p.m.

Feb. 25: Randy Lee Ashcraft, 8-11 p.m.

Feb. 28: Fat Tuesday w/Randy Lee Ashcraft, 6-9 p.m.

March 1: Open Mic, 8-11 p.m.

March 2: Chris Button, 7-10 p.m.

Bourbon Street on the Beach: Saturday, Feb. 25, 8-11 p.m. and Tuesday, Feb. 28, 6-9 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. 25: Monkee Paw Trio, 4:30-8:30 p.m.; Tear the Roof Off, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

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course choices include Cajun smoked angus tri tip, Blackened jumbo shrimp and herb and garlic pork chop. The third course is dessert with two choices including bourbon pecan pie or banana foster crème brule.

To make a reservation, call 410213-8110.

Touch of Italy, 67th Street, features the Soprano bar/café every Tuesday at 9 p.m. with Bryan Russo and friend(s). Touch of Italy offers a New York-style deli and Italian marketplace with specialties straight from the Bronx. Walk around and you are in a quaint Italian restaurant with bar and fire brick oven.

Touch of Italy offers specials Sunday through Thursday. Sunday, buy one pizza, get one half off, and indulge in Nonna’s $39 dinner special (feeds two to four people).

Monday, try the manicotti for only $10 and save on wine with select bottles half-price.

Ladies, Tuesday is for you. With the purchase of one entrée, take half off another. Savor your palate in seasonal ravioli for $11, while enjoying beverages offered at happy hour prices all day and night. Wednesday, have chicken parmigiana for $12, and Thursday,

eat classic spaghetti and meatballs for $11.

Happy hour is available every day at the bar and bar tables from 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include $3 domestic beer and $5 rail drinks/house wine. Food specials include $7 Italian nachos and sausage and pepper sliders (yum), and $8 meatball lollipops and chicken parmesan fingers.

For more information or reservations, call 410-524-5252.

Whisker’s Bar and Grill, located in the Ocean Pines Plaza, has karaoke with DJ Donnie Berkey at 9 p.m., Friday, Feb. 24.

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.

FULL CIRCLE BJ’s on the Water: Friday, Feb. 24, 9 p.m.

410-250-1449 www.duffysoc.com Every Friday: Bob Hughes, 5-9 p.m.

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Feb. 25: First Class Duo 8 p.m.

March 1: Karaoke, 7 p.m.

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60th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-5500 www.fagers.com Feb. 24: DJ Hook, 9 p.m.

Feb. 25: DJ Muve, 9 p.m.; The Loop, 9:30 p.m.

In the Horizons Restaurant In the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel 101st Street and the ocean Ocean City 410-524-3535 www.clarionoc.com Feb. 24-25: On the Edge March 1: Bryan Clark

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12841 S. Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-1846 www.ocharborside.com Feb. 24: DJ Billy T, 4 p.m.

Feb. 25: Simple Truth/Side Project, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 8 p.m.

Feb. 26: Opposite Directions, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Billy T, 6:30 p.m.

March 1: Karaoke w/DJ Jeremy March 2: Opposite Directions, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

49th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-4900 www.seacrets.com Feb. 24: Nowhere Slow, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Feb. 25: Shore Craft Beer Fest: Love on Tap, 1-4 p.m.; The 19th Street Band, 5-9 p.m.; Steal The Sky, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.

HARPOON HANNA’S Route 54 and the bay Fenwick Island, Del. 800-227-0525 302-539-3095 www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com Feb. 24: Dave Hawkins, 5 p.m.

Feb. 25: Dave Sherman, 5 p.m.

March 1: Bobby Burns, 2 p.m.

March 2: Kevin Poole, 6-10 p.m.

MUMFORD’S LANDING OCEAN PINES 1 Mumford’s Landing Road Ocean Pines 410-641-7501 www.oceanpines.org Feb. 24: Bryan Clark, 6 p.m.

SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE 66th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410-723-6762 www.skyebaroc.com Feb. 24: Aaron Howell, 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 11070 Cathell Road, Suite 17 Pines Plaza, Ocean Pines 410-208-3922 www.whiskersbar.com Feb. 24: Karaoke w/Donnie Berkey

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Brown Box Theatre seeks financial support

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) The economic and community impact of art and cultural offerings was the focus of a presentation from Kyler Taustin, Brown Box Theatre Project artistic director, during the Ocean City Tourism Commission meeting last Monday.

With Brown Box now launching its seventh theatrical season, Taustin said the nonprofit is seeking increased financial support to further its impact.

“Our mission is to create high quality theater and deliver our work directly to the community in order to expand the reach of impactful professional performing arts,” he said.

“Brown Box breaks down barriers that separate the masses from live theater.”

For 2017, Brown Box is planning to present a musical this spring, “Songs for a New World,” and stage a production of “Hamlet” in the late summer.

Although Ocean City has provided support for Brown Box previously, Taustin said increasing funding makes fiscal sense.

“In the state of Maryland, overall impact numbers of the arts is $1.6 billion,” he said. “The Maryland State Arts Council published that in the fiscal year 2015 state appropriations for the arts was $16.5 million dollars.”

During that time, Taustin said the state received $54 million in local and state revenue for direct and indirect taxes from the arts.

“That is a 300 percent return on investment,” he said.

In addition to monetary considerations, there are other intangible benefits for communities that support art and cultural events, Taustin said.

“Research shows arts and culture continue to build local identity and pride of place,” he said. “Arts and culture aid the development of social capital to build a connection among people within communities.”

Taustin said arts, heritage or historic activities attracts a lucrative tourist market with discretionary income.

“They tend to stay longer and spend more money than the average tourist,” he said.

The crux of Taustin’s presentation was asking Ocean City to engage in “creative placemaking,” which partners members of the public, private and nonprofit realm to shape the physical and social character of a town with art and cultural activities.

“Successful creative placemaking builds the economy at the local level, enhances surrounding non-art businesses, and provides job opportunities,” he said. “The key is to treat the arts as an essential part of the town’s identity.”

Over the last three years, Taustin said Brown Box has seen an increase in corporate and individual support, as well as attendance numbers.

“This past year’s investment in

Brown Box by the town was $550,” he said. “I now ask Ocean City to invest in us so we can expand our programming and more importantly expand our reach.”

City Councilmember John Gehrig asked what expansion plans Taustin envisioned.

“Ideally, I would be here for up to three weeks with each production and that would be at least four times a year,” he said. “Our goal for the next five years is to do tours that last closer to two months a piece.”

Donna Abbott, Ocean City tourism and marketing director, said the resort’s website is constantly being improved and she is working to highlight cultural arts events.

“We have over 900,000 people following us on Facebook, I think we can occasionally put something in

about cultural arts,” she said. “We have almost 80,000 people that subscribe to eblasts.”

Abbott said she is working to develop a new landing page on the ococean.com website to promote art and cultural events.

“It’s not live yet we’re still working on it,” she said. “We will try to do our best to promote this once we have it live.”

Rina Thaler, Art League of Ocean City executive director, said Brown Box stages performances at no cost to the public.

“They’re part of Ocean City everything is free,” she said. “We are fortunate to have this as an amenity for the people … that are coming to town who are not here for the motorcycles or the cars.”

Although the plays are free for pa-

trons, Taustin said Brown Box has expenses.

“Our talent, all of whom come to the area for up to four weeks and dedicate their time to these productions for a total of 10 weeks, get paid $1,000 each,” he said. “That’s not a living wage, yet 40 percent of our budget goes to paying talent.”

With bolstered financial backing from Ocean City, Brown Box could increase wages and invest more in advertising, Taustin said.

“So that we can be the draw that you need us to be,” he said. “While OC has Arts Alive, the Performing Arts Center and large festivals, the city, the community and ultimately the tourists crave a reliable regular source of arts entertainment throughout the year.”

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COMMUNITY/SCHOOL

RETURN ON INVESTMENT Planning out what to do with $100,000 may not be a challenge for many teenagers, but planning an investment strategy may not be so easy. However, for Stephen Decatur High School ninth grader Chris Kaufman, the challenge of turning a profit was answered. Kaufman placed first in the fall session of the Maryland Council on Economic Education's Stock Market Challenge while participating in the After School Academy Investment Club. The SMG is an educational simulation that teaches students about the stock market, the American economic system and the global economy. Kaufman earned just over a 10 percent return on a virtual $100,000 investment. Kaufman is pictured with Investment Club advisor and economics teacher Kurt Marx.

COLLECTING CANS For their 100th Day of School Project, third grade students at Ocean City Elementary School collected canned goods for Our Daily Bread soup kitchen in Middletown, Delaware. Pictured are students from Kara Dzimiera's class, Cullen Wilkins, Alex Zhao, Charlotte Haskell, Samantha Ruppert, Jamison Strawley, Kain Crossett and Juan Valenzuela Ibarra.

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Members of the Ocean City Career Fire Fighters Association once again teamed up with Ocean City Elementary School for their “Operation Warm” Project, where new coats are donated to children in need. Pictured with some of the fire fighters are students from Ocean City Elementary School.

Temperatures in the 60s last Saturday and Sunday brought numerous area residents and visitors to the Ocean City Boardwalk. Some enjoyed Thrasher’s French fries as the line extended one city block, or longer, at times during the weekend.

VOLUNTEERS RECOGNIZED The General Levin Winder Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recognized several community volunteers for their outstanding service to veterans during a recent luncheon meeting. Regent Patricia Ayers presented Geri Palmer and Pamela Egnatovich with Certificates of Appreciation for the many lap robes they have crocheted for veterans over the years. Pictured, from left, are General Levin Winder Chapter DAR Service for Veterans Committee Chair Janet Cassidy, Palmer, Egnatovich and Ayers.

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KIWANIS CLOTHING DRIVE Winter coats, hats, gloves and sweaters were collected by the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines - Ocean City in partnership with St. Peters Church in Ocean City. Pictured during a recent Kiwanis meeting, from left, are Co-chairs Char and Ted Vanvick and Fred Kauffman with Vice President Ralph Chinn. St. Peters Church handles the disbursement of the clothes to those in need in Ocean City.

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SEASIDE BOAT SHOW Scott and Mary McCurdy, owners of North Bay Marina on Route 54 in Fenwick Island, show off their selection of boats during the Ocean City-Berlin Optimist Club’s Seaside Boat Show, held last weekend at the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street.

Group wants to expand in OC Continued from Page 41 If the city were to provide $2,500 in financial support, Taustin said that would pay for the annual Shakespeare performance at Northside Park on 125th Street, which currently receives no funding. For a $5,000 investment, Taustin said the city could pay for a show to run four nights during shoulder season.

“I believe Ocean City has an oppor-

tunity to be a cultural vibrant family destination, which would attract a different clientele and better serve those that are already loyal,” he said.

Following the meeting, Mayor Rick Meehan said the city is taking the proposal under advisement and looks forward to Brown Box Theatre Project continuing its mission to make the arts accessible to a wider audience.

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The Art League of Ocean City awarded cash prizes to winners of the “Home” themed art show at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street, during the First Friday event held Feb. 3. Pictured, from left, are show judge Leslie Belloso, Art League President Marian Bickerstaff, Debbi DeanColley (second place), Hannibal Lee (third place) and Fred Sponseller (first place).

The annual Worcester Prep Junior Ring Ceremony took place in the Guerrieri Library on Feb. 6. It is tradition that seniors present the juniors with their rings along with a few insightful comments as to why the recipient is special to them. Juniors, from left, Grace Nichols, Anna Engel and Colby Noble, proudly display their new class rings.

VIP OF THE GAME YOUNG AUTHORS Ocean City Elementary School students in second through fourth grades participated in the Eastern Shore Reading Council’s Youth Author’s Contest. The genres for submission included short story and poetry. Four students were recognized for their entries: second grader Kennedy Kirby, third place for her short story, “The New Girl;” fourth grader Rori Holland, third place for her poem, “The Sea;” second grader Alex Abu-Zaid, first place for his poem, “Shadows Beyond the Sea;” and second grader Chloe Mahan, second place, for her poem, “My Dogs.”

In its ongoing efforts to recognize outstanding students and community members, the Stephen Decatur High School PBIS program (Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports) is honoring VIPs of the Game this winter during home basketball games. Since 2006, SDHS has been recognizing the Decatur Way and the principles of pride, achievement, respect and responsibility through the PBIS initiative. SDHS Athletic Boosters President Kim Holloway, center, was recognized as a VIP of the Game on Jan. 26. Holloway has served for five years in this capacity and has dedicated countless hours to Decatur’s athletes and athletic programs through those years. She is pictured with PBIS committee member Amy Fenzel-Mergott and Principal Tom Zimmer.

WPS BREAD SALE

TET 49 RECOGNIZED The 49th anniversary of the TET Offense in Vietnam was recognized at noon on Jan. 31 at the Worcester County Veterans Memorial. Those who served, those who did not return, and their families, were honored. The recognition of the anniversary was started in 2008 at the WCVM and is held each year. Synepuxent Post #166 American Legion Commander Tom Wengert, left, was involved in the TET during the invasion in 1968, serving in the U.S. Air Force. Post #166 First Vice Commander Robert Smith was also in the TET Offense, serving in the U.S. Army during the 1968 attack. They are pictured placing the TET 49 wreath during the annual program at the Worcester County Veterans Memorial.

Worcester Prep second grade students hosted the annual Bread Sale as part of a hands-on learning lesson combining English, science, social studies, mathematics and philanthropy, on Jan. 19.

The month-long project is modeled like a small business, with the students making the bread and then selling it in their classroom cafe to other students and faculty.

The project involves researching ingredients, creating posters, oral reports and rotating jobs - from busboy to cashier - to learn all the facets of running a business.

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By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Feb. 24, 2017) With the owners’ permission, two tours this weekend will explore a few areas normally closed to birders, and more than a couple that are open to the public all year.

On Saturday, preregistered guests are meeting at Urban Nectar on Old Ocean City Boulevard in Berlin at 8 a.m. for a cup of coffee, and will then head out to Newport farm and its varied range of habitats to see what they can find along with guides Jim Rapp, Dave Wilson, Scott Housten and Russ Kovach.

“It’s about a 15 minute drive to the farm from Urban Nectar, and once there we’ll walk for a mile or a mile and a half to explore the 2,200 acre farm,” Wilson, event organizer, said. “We’ll see between 50-65 species.”

Because of the farm’s placement, and size, it offers a host of options to the bird watchers.

“When the shad come up Newport Bay, bald eagles amass there for easy food,” Wilson said.

White pelicans roost there too, but are just as likely to remain undetected, as they are to make an appearance. Several species of ducks are likely to be found in this area.

Wilson said field and marsh habitats would offer their own surprises.

In the afternoon, the trip will either convene or reconvene, depending on whether or not participants sign up for one or both sessions, at the Assateague Island Visitors’ Center at 11800 Marsh View Lane in Berlin.

“We’ll walk around the Sinepuxent Bay and we’ll see loons, maybe some brant. From there, we’ll make a stop at the ponds along Route 611 to look at the

many species of ducks there on our way up to the inlet,” Wilson said. “The Ocean City inlet is a super duper hotspot: Purple sandpipers, the Harlequin ducks are still there and maybe, for a break, we’ll look at some seals.”

Seal sightings are on the rise in the Ocean City area.

“We’ll leave the inlet for Berlin Falls Park where there are just tons and tons of ducks in winter, plus all the eagles and hawks hunting those ducks,” Wilson said. “We could be lucky and see otters.”

From there, Wilson said all are welcome to return with the group to Burley Oak Brewing Company, across the street from Urban Nectar, for a review of the day’s sightings.

“We’ll saunter right over to Burley Oak and finish with some of the best beer on the East Coast,” Wilson said. “If you couldn’t come or didn’t want to go on the afternoon trip, you can still come down and do a tally at the end of the day.”

The gathering will take place around 5 p.m.

“Bring your binoculars and dress for the weather. If you have a scope, bring it — but we will have some. It could be windy, and you may want to pack a snack or some water,” Wilson said.

The trips can hold about 24 people each, and reservations are going well, Wilson said.

“You should sign up soon if you haven’t already — they should sell out soon if things keep going as they have been,” Wilson said.

Another outing is scheduled for next month, focusing on the Lewes and Rehoboth Beach areas.

Registration for the Beans, Birds & Beers event is available at www.delmarvabirding.com.

WPS teacher to present lecture during convention

(Feb. 24, 2017) Worcester Prep Lower School art teacher Rebecca Tittermary was once again selected to present a lecture in a session titled, “Utilizing Technology to Bring Museum Experiences to Students,” during the 2017 National Art Education Association Convention, in New York, March 2-4.

She will co-present with art teacher Jennifer Moore from the Darlington School in Georgia and museum educator Justina Yee from the National Gallery of Art. The presentation is one of 784 sessions selected out of a record number of 2,263 applications to participate in the convention.

Their lecture will focus on a project inspired by the National Gallery’s special exhibit, “Stuart Davis: In Full Swing.” In addition to video conferencing with the National Gallery, students from WPS have been collaborating with the Darlington School students via FaceTime to

Rebecca Tittermary

study Davis.

The students then emulated Davis’ style as they created works of art they exchanged between their sister schools.

Last March at the 2016 NAEA Convention in Chicago, Tittermary, along with co-presenters Moore and Yee, presented a lecture in a session titled, “Leading From Multiple Viewpoints: Integrating Studio, Art History, and Museum Best Practices.”

The NAEA Convention is the world’s largest art education convention to showcase leadership, professional contribution, advancing research and practice in visual arts education.

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Cheerleaders to compete in OC this weekend

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) Spectators are in for a show this weekend, Feb. 24-26, during the 20th annual Epic Brand’s Reach the Beach cheerleading national championship for recreation and school participants taking place at the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street.

The competition consists of athletes ranging in age from 4 to 18 years old. They will compete in a two-day event, starting with the solo

and small group cheer competition, beginning at 7 a.m. on Saturday.

The team competition starts shortly after and will finish up around 10:30 p.m.

“It is a great environment for young and older athletes to perform their best routines,” said Epic Brand’s Sales Manager Season Daugherty.

“They work hard all year long to come to nationals.”

The cheer-filled weekend continues Sunday at 7 a.m. with the recreational and school cheerleading team

OC Power Squadron to offer four-week boating course

(Feb. 24, 2017) Ocean City Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadrons, will present a fourweek instructional program, “America’s Boating Course,” Feb. 27 through March 20.

The course will be given at the Worcester County Library, Ocean Pines branch, held over four consecutive Monday evenings. It is an eighthour course with an exam given on the last day, March 20.

First-day registration starts at 6:30 p.m., followed by the class at 7 p.m.

Additional courses run from 7-9 p.m.

There is a $15 fee for the course and materials. Middle school and high school students are free.

Anyone born after July 1, 1972 must satisfactorily complete a safeboating class to operate a recreational vessel or personal watercraft in Maryland. The course covers basic boat handling, navigation, federal and state regulations, rules of the road, aids to navigation and required equipment.

For more information or to register, call 410-641-6535 or 410-6418040.

numbers going on until 9:30 p.m.

The event continues to grow with 255 teams competing from all over the East Coast and about 15,000 people expected to perform or check out the routines this weekend.

All participants will receive a Reach the Beach exclusive water bottle and coaches have the chance to win a Norwegian cruise giveaway and take home a free Reach the Beach tumbler.

Several award ceremonies will take place throughout the weekend and all teams will receive a placement surfboard.

National champions will be given a jacket while solo and small group

winners take home a trophy. There is more than $8,000 up for grabs in high score cash prizes.

The February national cheerleading competition is one of three Reach the Beach events that take place in Ocean City, including the national dance competition held in mid March.

A one-day pass costs $20 for adults (ages 13-64) and $14 for children and seniors. To attend both days, admission cost is $35 for adults and $25 for children and seniors.

Children 5 and younger will be admitted for free.

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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 / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Family-owned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard

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■ 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 Thursday-Sunday, 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 / $$-$$$ / VMC-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-AE-DIS / 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.

■ THE GREENHOUSE CAFÉ, 1503 Philadelphia Ave. Ocean City 443-6645671 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / The Greenhouse offers huge fresh salads, fresh homemade soups, which some are vegetarian or vegan. The "original" and best "Green Juice" in Ocean City.

Tofu and gluten free options as well. Open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday-Tuesday.

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■ HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL, 12841 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-2131846 / www.weocharborside.com / $$ / VMC-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 allyou-can-eat Alaskan crab legs. Open yearround.

■ 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, twopiece 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.

■ SEACRETS, 49th Street, Ocean City 410-524-4900 / www.seacrets.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Island atmosphere. Soups, salads, Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood.

■ 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-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Happy hour, 36 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-AE-DIS / 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, 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Friday and Saturday, till 10 p.m.). Also Zippy Lewis Lounge with happy hour from 4-7 p.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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FRI, FEB. 24 Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., Pocomoke City, MD, All Day By appointment only. Call 410-957-0878.

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Dunes Manor Hotel & Suites, 2800 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, MD, All Day Features a special weekend stay package, Feb. 24-25, two tickets to the ShoreCraft Beer Fest at Seacrets (with live music, unlimited free tastings and a complimentary pint glass) and two complimentary craft beers at the Dunes Manor’s Zippy Lewis Lounge. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation.

800-523-2888, http://www.DunesManor.com

REACH THE BEACH NATIONALS: RECREATION & SCHOOL

Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, All Day Dance teams compete for national championship title. Spectator fees are as follows: Friday: $7 for adults, $4 for children ages 6-12 and seniors 65 years and older and free to those 5 and younger; Saturday or Sunday: $20 for adults, $14 for children ages 6-12 and seniors 65 years and older and free to those 5 and younger; and 2 Day Passes: $35 for adults, $25 for children ages 612 and seniors 65 years and older and free to those 5 and younger. Info: http://www.acdaspirit.com or 410-2892800 or 800-626-2326, http://www.theepicbrands.com

ST. PATRICK’S INDOOR SOCCER TOURNAMENT

Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, MD, All Day Featuring more than 170 teams over four weekends. Feb. 2426 - U18 Boys & Girls and Adult Co-Rec (6v6 with min. of two female players); March 3-5 - U12 & U16 Boys & Girls; March 10-12 - Adult Open - Men and Women; and March 17-19 - U10 & U14 Boys & Girls. Tournament begins on Friday at 5 p.m. (Adult tournament as early as noon). Kim Kinsey or Kim Allison, 410-250-0125 Worcester Preparatory School, 508 South Main St., Berlin, MD, 7 p.m.

Worcester Prep School is presenting a musical, The Addams Family, featuring a talented cast of students from the Upper School. Showtime for both nights is 7:00 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30

WPS ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL

p.m. in the WPS Athletics and Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door. To purchase tickets in advance, please call WPS. The show is open to the public. 410-641-3575 Columbus Hall (behind St. Luke’s Church), 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 6:30 p.m. Held each Friday night. Doors open at 5 p.m., games begin at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments for sale. 410-524-7994

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SAT, FEB. 25 REACH THE BEACH NATIONALS: RECREATION & SCHOOL

Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, All Day Dance teams compete for national championship title. Spectator fees are as follows: Friday: $7 for adults, $4 for children ages 6-12 and seniors 65 years and older and free to those 5 and younger; Saturday or Sunday: $20 for adults, $14 for children ages 6-12 and seniors 65 years and older and free to those 5 and younger; and 2 Day Passes: $35 for adults, $25 for children ages 612 and seniors 65 years and older and free to those 5 and younger. Info: http://www.acdaspirit.com or 410-2892800 or 800-626-2326, http://www.theepicbrands.com

ST. PATRICK’S INDOOR SOCCER TOURNAMENT

Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, MD, All Day Featuring more than 170 teams over four weekends. Feb. 2426 - U18 Boys & Girls and Adult Co-Rec (6v6 with min. of two female players); March 3-5 - U12 & U16 Boys & Girls; March 10-12 - Adult Open - Men and Women; and March 17-19 - U10 & U14 Boys & Girls. Tournament begins on Friday at 5 p.m. (Adult tournament as early as noon). Kim Kinsey or Kim Allison, 410-250-0125 White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Held every Saturday. Locally grown vegetables and fruits, eggs, honey, kettle korn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats and more. New vendors welcome. 410641-7717, Ext. 3006

FARMERS MARKET

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 10 a.m. Worcester County Commissioner Chip Bertino will provide information on issues and developments occurring within the district

BERTINO TO HOLD TOWN MEETING

and the county. Health Officer Debbie Goeller and Diana Purnell, vice president of the Worcester County Commissioners, are his guest speakers.

Commissioner President Jim Bunting will join Bertino during the question and answer portion of the meeting.

Ocean City Senior Center, 104 41st St., Ocean City, MD, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open to walk-ins.

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Bowen United Methodist Church, 8421 Newark Road, Newark, MD, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Featuring oyster sandwiches, soups, hot dogs, baked goods and beverages. Author Bonnie Mae Evans, who grew up in Libertytown, will be present to sign copies of her newly published book, “The Trees Will Clap.”

CHURCH LUNCHEON

Worcester County Arts Council, 6 Jefferson St., Berlin, MD, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

All new and returning grant applications as well as new grant writers are required to attend this grant workshop. For representatives of local, nonprofit organizations who are seeking funding support for arts-related projects and activities.

RSVP: 410-641-0809 or curator@ worcestercountyartscouncil.org.

FREE GRANT ASSISTANCE WORKSHOP

Seacrets, 117 49th St., Ocean City, MD, 12 to 4 p.m. The culmination of the month-long “Love on Tap” celebration will be the Shore Craft Beer Fest.The event also highlights Ocean City as an off-season “Beercation” destination with local hotels offering packages to beer travelers. For tickets, visit http://www.ShoreCraftBeerFest.com.

SHORE CRAFT BEER FEST: LOVE ON TAP

American Legion Post #166, 2308 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, MD, 1 to 4 p.m. Tickets include snacks, light food, soup for all, draft beer and soda. Cash bar. Plus 50/50s and music by DJ Andy.

Open to the public. Tickets cost $15 at the door. Contestant tickets are $5.

Lisa.Anderson0214@gmail.com, 443944-1607

SUPPORT THE TROOPS SOUP COOK OFF

Powellville UM Church, 35606 Mt. Hermon Rd., Powellville, MD, 4 p.m.

Spaghetti with homemade sauces, salad, breadsticks, desserts and beverages will be served from 4-6 p.m. Eat in or carry out. Proceeds benefit the United Methodist Men ministry. The Island Boys, southern gospel music, will begin at 6:30 p.m. 443-880-8804

SPAGHETTI DINNER AND GOSPEL MUSIC

Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, 11242 Racetrack Road, Berlin, MD, 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. Blackjack, poker, 50/50 and more. Live and silent auctions, catering by Touch of Italy and all your local favorites. Full cash bar and dancing. Tickets cost $50 and are avail-

CASINO NIGHT

able at www.mostblessedsacramentschool.com, 410-208-1600 and at the door.

Worcester Preparatory School, 508 South Main St., Berlin, MD, 7 p.m.

Worcester Prep School is presenting a musical, The Addams Family, featuring a talented cast of students from the Upper School. Showtime for both nights is 7:00 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. in the WPS Athletics and Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door. To purchase tickets in advance, please call WPS. The show is open to the public. 410-6413575

WPS ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL

SUN, FEB. 26 REACH THE BEACH NATIONALS: RECREATION & SCHOOL

Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, All Day Dance teams compete for national championship title. Spectator fees are as follows: Friday: $7 for adults, $4 for children ages 6-12 and seniors 65 years and older and free to those 5 and younger; Saturday or Sunday: $20 for adults, $14 for children ages 6-12 and seniors 65 years and older and free to those 5 and younger; and 2 Day Passes: $35 for adults, $25 for children ages 612 and seniors 65 years and older and free to those 5 and younger. Info: http://www.acdaspirit.com or 410-2892800 or 800-626-2326, http://www.theepicbrands.com

ST. PATRICK’S INDOOR SOCCER TOURNAMENT

Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, MD, All Day Featuring more than 170 teams over four weekends. Feb. 2426 - U18 Boys & Girls and Adult Co-Rec (6v6 with min. of two female players); March 3-5 - U12 & U16 Boys & Girls; March 10-12 - Adult Open - Men and Women; and March 17-19 - U10 & U14 Boys & Girls. Tournament begins on Friday at 5 p.m. (Adult tournament as early as noon). Kim Kinsey or Kim Allison, 410-250-0125 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

St. Andrew’s Catholic Center, 14401 Sinepuxent Ave., Ocean City, MD, 2 to 6 p.m. St. Luke’s Catholic Parish presents Frank and Trish … “Dancing through the Decades.” Tickets cost $25 and may be purchased at the Parish Office. Table reservations taken for groups of 6 or 10 only and full payments is due at time of reservation. 410-250-0300

SPRING FEVER DINNER AND DANCE

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MON, FEB. 27 St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, 302 N. Baltimore Ave., Ocean City MD, All Day To register for your appointment and to receive a $10 discount, call 888653-6450 or visit www.lifelinescreening.com/community-partners.

LIFE LINE SCREENING

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open to walk-ins.

AARP FREE TAX SERVICES

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

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 7 to 9 p.m. Registration begins at 6:30 p.m. on the first night. This eight-hour course will be held Feb. 27, March 6, 13 and 20. An exam will be given on the last night. There is a minimal $15 fee for the course and materials. Middle school and high school students attend for free. The State of Maryland requires anyone born after July 1, 2971 to satisfactory complete a safe boating class. Call for early registration. 410-641-6535 or 410-641-8040

AMERICA’S BOATING COURSE

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. 410-641-6876

DELMARVA SWEET ADELINE CHORUS

TUE, FEB. 28 MAC Center, 909 Progress Circle, Salisbury, MD, All Day By appointment only.

Call 410-742-0505.

AARP FREE TAX SERVICES

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

Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., Berlin, 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’

PANCAKE & SAUSAGE DINNER YOUTH FUNDRAISER

Stevenson United Methodist Church, 123 N. Main St., Berlin, MD, 4 to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $7 for adults, $5 for ages 612 and free to those 5 years and younger.

Eat in or carryout. Kathy, 443-235-6761 All Hallows Episcopal Church, 109 W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD, 4:30 to 7 p.m.

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER

Menu includes sausage, pancakes and baked apples. Dine-in tickets cost $7 for adults and $4 for children 11 years and younger. Cost for take-out is $7. Advance ticket sales only by calling 410-632-2773.

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

100+ WOMEN WHO CARE ON THE SHORE MEETING

DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB

Sisters, 113 N. Main St., Berlin, MD, 5:15 p.m. The group meets three times a year for one hour and learns about local nonprofit agencies, nominated by members.

Voted on by the group, one agency is selected to receive individual checks of $100 from each member. Open to all women interested in donating to local charities. Janelle Mulholland, mjmulholland@mchsi.com, 410-352-3910 Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 6 to 8 p.m. Inspired by the epidemic of opiate and heroin overdoses in the area, Worcester County residents Ruthie and Brian Shofi of Growing Hope are raising funds for drug addiction prevention in local schools and a series of seminars featuring Michael DeLeon, founder and educational speaker of Steered Straight, Inc. DeLeon will hold a free seminar for the public at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center on 40th Street in Ocean City. The presentation is planned to be both informative and interactive, supplying tools and information essential to combatting the addiction pandemic.

Ruthie Shofi, Mrs513@comcast.net, 443783-9723, https://www.facebook.com/ Growing-Hope-981191581949109/ ?hc_ref=PAGES_TIMELINE

DRUG ADDICTION SEMINAR

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

MARYLAND SALTWATER SPORTFISHING ASSOCIATION MEETING

Ocean City Lion’s Club, 12534 Airport Road, Ocean City, MD, 7:30 p.m. The Maryland Saltwater Sportfishing Association, Atlantic Coast Chapter, will host Alltackle manager John, who will speak on new tackle and fishing equipment and tips on how to use them. A representative from US Tow will speak about their services and discounted rates available to members. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.

WED, MAR. 1 GRACE PARKER ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST

First Presbyterian Church, 1301 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, MD, 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eggs any style, pancakes, buckwheat pancakes, sausage, country ham, homemade biscuits, hash brown potatoes, grits, coffee and tea. Cost is $8 to eat in or $6 to carry out. Milk, soda and orange juice available. 410-289-9340

KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OCEAN PINES/OCEAN CITY

Ocean Pines Community Center, 235

Ocean City Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., Ocean City, MD, 5:30 to 9 p.m.

The group meets every Wednesday. Jitterbug, swing, cha-cha to the sounds of the ‘50s, ‘60s and Carolina Beach music.

A $5 donation per person to benefit local Veterans. Elk members and their guests welcome. dance@delmarvahanddancing.com, 302-200-3262, http://delmarvahanddancing.com

‘CHASING THE DRAGON: THE LIFE OF AN OPIATE ADDICT’

Ocean City Performing Arts Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 6 p.m. Free screening of a documentary about the dangers of opiate addiction.

Doors open at 5 p.m. Prior to the screening, federal, state and local law enforcement officials will discuss the issues we face in Worcester County surrounding opioid abuse. Representatives from area treatment, prevention and public health organizations will be on hand. The film contains adult topics and language. Register at ocpdmd.eventbrite.com.

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, MAR. 2 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

American Legion Post 166, 2308 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, MD, 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., games start at 6:30 p.m. Food and non-alcoholic drinks available at 5:15 p.m. Open to the public. 410-289-3166, http://www.alpost166.org

BINGO

ONGOING EVENTS 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 MONTHLY MEETING

Taylorville United Methodist Church will be collecting gently worn shoes, of

CHURCH FUNDRAISER

any kind until April 1. Money raised will be used to repair the church’s foundation. Drop off under the church pavilion at 12252 Adkins Road, Berlin or have them picked up by calling 410-208-1233 or 410-202-9341.

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

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.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE 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 the restaurant 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. 410289-4458

AUMC THRIFT SHOP

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

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FEBRUARY 24, 2017

51 Classifieds now appear in Ocean City Today & the Bayside Gazette each week and online at oceancitytoday.net and baysideoc.com.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Groundsman/Laborer

Busy tree service in Ocean Pines/Ocean City area has immediate opening for experienced groundsman/laborer. Duties include working with climber, dragging and chipping brush, loading wood, job site cleanup, and driving company truck.

Successful candidate MUST have valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, be able to pass DOT physical with drug test, and be physically fit and able to lift heavy loads.

Please call Jeff at (443)493-3865 or email resume to treeman@oceanpinesstumpandtree.com.

WORCESTER COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT, OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH - Full time or part time seasonal Environmental Health Aide positions available to work in Ocean City, Worcester County. Duties include conducting water quality analysis at public swimming pools/spas. Some evening and weekend work a possibility. Applicant must be a high school graduate or possess a GED. Valid driver's license required. Pool Operator Certification a plus. Background check is required.

Send resume and cover letter by March 8, 2017 to Stephanie Camper-Young P.O. Box 249, Snow Hill, MD 21863, e-mail worcester.employment@maryland.gov or fax to 410-632-1410. Resumes will also be accepted at the February 15, 2017 Salisbury University Job Fair from Noon4:00p.m. in the Maggs Physical Activities Center. We are an

Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling 410-632-1100 ext. 1221.

HELP WANTED

NOW HIRING!!

Production Supervisor

for our WOC kitchen facility Up to $17/hour Apply online at: www.delmarvadd.com

HELP WANTED AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS

Busy automotive business, with locations in the Ocean City, Bethany Beach & Rehoboth Beach areas, is now hiring for Technicians & Oil Lube / Tire Techs.

Earn up to $30/hr. Benefits including company matched retirement plan. Must have valid drivers license.

Call: 410-726-1229

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

Property Inspector Needed Part-time Position

We have a busy rental department. We are looking for someone who will inspect year round rental properties prior to new tenants moving in. o Camera needed o Professional/Friendly o Must travel to properties mostly in Ocean Pines and Ocean City. o Must work some weekends as needed. o Minor maintenance abilities a plus. o Good, clear handwriting Please fax resumes, letters and references or inquiries to Hileman Real Estate, Inc., Attn: Chris to Fax # 410-208-9562

Work At The BEACH...

Work With The BEST!!

Top wages, excellent benefits package and free employee meal available to successful candidates.

Employment Opportunities:

Year Round, Full/Part Time: Line Cook, Server, Banquet Servers, Banquet Housestaff, Bartender, Host/ Hostess, PM Lobby, Room Attendant (Van will pick up in Salisbury), Coffee Shop Attendant, Housekeeping Housestaff, F&B Supervisor, Front Desk Agent, Reservation (Part Time)

Free employee meal and excellent benefits.

Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel Attn: Human Resources Dept.

10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Phone: 410-524-3535 Fax: 410-723-9109 EOE M/F/D/V

NOW HIRING

PT/FT positions with benefits.

* SECURITY OFFICERS * SURVEILLANCE OFFICER * COOKS * EVS ATTENDANTS * MUTUAL TELLERS

Apply online at www.oceandowns.com or apply in person at the Casino on Rt. 589 in Berlin.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

HELP WANTED Barista/Cashier

Yr round, Starbucks Kiosk.

Experience preferred; will train someone with a friendly & positive attitude.

Flexible hrs a must including weekends & holidays.

Please apply in person: 32 Palm Restaurant in the Hilton Suites 32nd St. Ocean City, MD

HIRING!

Coral Reef Cafe/ Hemingways located in the Holiday Inn & Suites 17th St. & Boardwalk - PM Hostess/ Busser/Servers - Experienced PM Cooks Join one of Ocean City’s premier properties.

Apply within.

Restaurant Host/Hostess

Yr.-round. Will train someone with a friendly & positive attitude. Flexible hrs. a must including weekends & holidays.

Please apply in person: 32 Palm Restaurant in the Hilton Suites 32nd St. Ocean City, MD

FLAT GLASS TECH/INSTALLER

Mr. Go-Glass, in Ocean Pines, is looking for a Flat Glass Technician/Installer to assist with installation of window units, patio doors, screen porches, shower doors, and all types of glass products. Successful candidate will need to be detail oriented, skilled in making calculations, reading measurements, and using various handheld equipment.

Competitive starting base pay commensurate with experience and excellent benefit package.

E-mail resume to employment@ go-glass.com

Classifieds 410-723-6397

HELP WANTED

Experienced Cleaners needed for Part-time work in Ocean City, Bethany & Rehoboth. Must have vehicle and cell phone and pass background check. Please call 410-202-2887.

Carpentry Skilled Helper

Must have the basic tools and transportation.

Experience with Home Improvements a Plus.

Pay to commensurate with ability. Call 8 am-5 pm 410-208-9159 or 410-726-1040

Customer Service/Cashier

Looking for friendly & outgoing people who want to have fun at their job!

Call 410-250-5678 or 443-373-8249 and ask for Arnetta.

Serious inquiries only.

The Princess Royale Hotel & Conference Center Located at 91st St. Oceanfront, Ocean City, MD

Full Time, Year Round • Front Desk Clerk • General Maintenance • HVAC Tech • Food and Beverage Supervisor • Common Area/Grounds Supervisor Part Time, Year Round • Servers • Banquet Servers • Bartender

Competitive Pay & Benefits Apply online at www.princessroyale.com or fax to 410-524-7787 or email to employment@princessroyale.com

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

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HELP WANTED

ADMIN. ASST. FT/PT YR. Good Customer Service Skils.

Detail Oriented. QuickBooks, A/R, A/P knowledge helpful.

Strong Organizational and Computer Skills.

Send resume to Fred@paradiseoc.com.

NOW HIRING!!

Production Crew

for our WOC kitchen facility Starting at $10.50/hr.

Apply online at: www.delmarvadd.com

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.

Part-Time / Full Time Lifeguard ~ For Indoor Pool.

Must be available weekends, including Sundays & have current Lifeguard Certifications.

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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DENTAL ASS’T. Experience Preferred Ocean View, DE Email Resume:

HELP WANTERENTALS DRENTALS

molarbiz@yahoo.com Unfurnished 5BR, 3.5BA Master Suite. 1st floor w/ enclosed garage. South Point, OC Golf & Yacht Club. $1950 + utilities. 443-497-1128 3BR/2.5BA Townhome Downtown Berlin.

Unfurnished, no smoking $1530/mo. incl. water.

Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.

WINTER WEEKLY RENTALS Pool Front Rooms $175.

Efficiencies $195.

2BR Apartments $280.

Burgundy Inn 1201 Philadelphia Ave. 410-289-8581

RAMBLER MOTEL 9942 Elm Street, WOC (Behind Starbucks) Sleeps 4, $250 per week Manager onsite 410-213-1764

Yearly & Seasonal Rentals We Welcome Pets 7700 Coastal Hwy 410-289-8888 www.holidayoc.com

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RENTALS

Year-Round Rental - NORTH OCEAN CITY. Immaculate 3BR/2.5BA Waterfront Townhouse. Over-sized deck, open bay view and boat lift. $1,750/month.

410-9030858

WINTER RENTAL - 2BR/2BA Condo. 142nd St. $550/mo. + utilities. 1BR/1BA. 28th St. $500/mo. Call John 410726-8948.

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ROOMMATES ROOMMATES

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Call 443-996-1069.

REAL REAL ESTATE ESTATE

New Price. $99,000 mobile on one 1/2 acre with garage.

Call Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.

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.

COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL

Berlin, 225 sq. ft. Office Space, $275/mo. includes utils. Two 120 sq. ft. Storage Sheds, each $95/mo. Call 410-726-5471 or 410-6414300.

RENTALS

Summer Rental

Available May 10th-Sept. 10th. 312 Sunset Dr. 2BR/1.5BA, newly remodeled, big kitchen/living area. Sleeps up to 6. $13,500/season, you pay utilities. Security deposit $2,000.

Call 410-428-7333. www.SunsetTerraceRentals.com

Single Family Homes Starting at $950 Condos Starting at $995 Townhouses Starting at $1600 CALL US TODAY! 410-208-9200

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COMMERCIAL

2 Office/Retail Spaces & 3 Warehouse Units available in West Ocean City. Call 443497-4200.

SERVICES SERVICES

Bishopville Movers Inc. Fast, reliable service.

410-352-5555

House Cleaning Offices, Houses & Apartments Call Liliane Mendes at 443-859-3527

Free Estimates

DONATIONS DONATIONS

Do you have an old bicycle not being used? It could mean a world of difference to a hard-working international student. We are looking to get as many bikes as possible. Your donation will be taxdeductible. Contact Gary at 443-975-3065.

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AUCTIONS BUSINESS LIQUIDATION Efficiency Management, LLC., Colonial Heights, VA SEALED BID – Aluminum Products Manufacturing Business, Furniture & Fixtures BIDS DUE 3/7, 4pm ONLINE ONLY AUCTION - Equipment including: Presses, Feeders, Forklift, & More BID 2/28-3/9 www.motleys.com • 1-877-MOTLEYS VAAL#16

AUTOMOBILE DONATIONS DONATE AUTOS, TRUCKS, RV'S. LUTHERAN MISSION SOCIETY. Your donation helps local families with food, clothing, shelter, counseling.

Tax deductible. MVA License #W1044. 410-636-0123 or www.LutheranMissionSociety.org

AUTOS WANTED CASH FOR CARS: We Buy Any Condition Vehicle, 2000 and Newer! Nation’s Top Car Buyer! Free Towing from Anywhere Call Now: 1-800864-5952

FEBRUARY 24, 2017

FOR SALE

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 Classified Deadline is Monday @ 5pm

FOR SALE

Pride 4-Wheel Mobility Scooter w/ Electric Lift Mint Condition Call 302-988-8426

BOAT SLIPS BOAT SLIP

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.

FURNITURE

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PUBLIC NOTICES 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 8805 BAY RIDGE DR. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated October 29, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4568, Folio 169 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $162,000.00 and a current interest rate of 3.125%, 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 MARCH 14, 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 $14,000 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 prop-

erty, 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. 300567-1) 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-2/23/3t _________________________________ Jay A. Dackman, Attorney 825 N. Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21201 410-385-0332

MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 12301 JAMAICA AVE., UNIT B202 I/R/T/A 12303 JAMAICA AVE., UNIT B202 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in a Mortgage from Frederick Knott, Sr. and Vincent Lombardi dated February 24, 2009 and recorded in Liber 5231, folio 409 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, (Case No. 23C14000939), default having occurred under the terms thereof, the undersigned Attorney named in the Mortgage 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 MARCH 7, 2017 AT 3:40 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situate in Worcester County, MD and described

J. Richard Collins, Esquire 3509 Coastal Highway Ocean City, MD 21842

TRUSTEE’S SALE OF VALUABLE AND IMPROVED TIME SHARE INTERVAL WEEKS IN THE POINTE ON THE BAY CONDOMINIUM By virtue of a Statement of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland (Case No. 23C16000941) the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction in the parking lot of the Pointe on the Bay Condominium, 2209 Philadelphia Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland, on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at 10:00 a.m.

NAMES William S. Adams, Jr. and Betty L. Adams Ophelia I. Ashton and Thomas E. Ashton Lindberg Bing and Ethel M. Bing Clyde D. Brown and Patricia A. Rochester Brown Franklin S. Carroll Herbert Conrad and Ann K. Conrad Evelina Darlington Magaret Ann Fussell Jeannette P. Harris Samuel A. Henry and Frances Henry Hoffman Berger Investment Properties, LLC Melvin Jones and Emma Jones Marcos D. Pernia and Margaret O. Lacy Steve Levy Dean Milliner John R. Murtaugh and Sharon M. Murtaugh Susan Richardson Hariharan Subramaniam and Shobha Subramaniam

UNIT 201 303 203 209 306 206 206 206 200 209 209 205 201 206 305 208 401 404

WEEK 22 21 4 9 15 41 18 8 11 7 47 4 48 42 44 19 8 9

with a remainder over in fee simple absolute, as tenant in common with the other owners of all the other unit weeks listed in that percentage interest, as determined and established by the listed percentage interest contained in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions in Pointe on the Bay Condominium, and all amendments and supplements thereto.

The properties will be sold subject to all prior encumbrances, covenants, restrictions, easements and rights of way of record and to any amendments of this advertisement announced at the time of sale.

A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit and/or payment requirements. The Trustee reserves the right to withdraw any and all time share interval weeks for sale at the time of sale. Each time interval will be sold, as is, without any warranties or guarantees.

TERMS OF SALE: Payment by cash, certified check, cashier’s check or funds acceptable to the Trustee equal to the amount of the purchase price shall be paid at the time and place of sale. Final settlement shall be within 30 days after final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, unless said period is extended by the Trustee, for good cause shown, time being of the essence. The property will be sold subject to all restrictions, liens, covenants and encumbrances of record. In the event that the Purchaser fails to go to settlement as required, the property shall be resold at Purchaser’s risk and expense. The Maintenance Fee, which includes taxes, water, sanitary charges and all other municipal, county and State charges to which the property may be subject to, will be adjusted at date of sale. Should a secured party be unable to convey the property, Purchaser’s sole remedy shall be a refund of money paid. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and documentation preparation and title fees and insurance shall be borne by the Purchaser.

The improvements are being sold in an “AS IS” condition, without any warranties, express or implied. Risk of loss passes at date of sale. For further information, please contact the Trustee.

J. Richard Collins Williams, Moore, Shockley & Harrison, LLP 3509 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 410-289-3553 Trustee OCD-2/23/3t ____________________________________________________________________ as Unit Number B-202 in the “Hidden Harbour I Condominium” and Tax ID #10-288452 and more fully described in the aforesaid Mortgage.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements and agreements of record affecting the same, if any and with no warranty as to the description of the improve-

ments. yes Terms of Sale: A deposit in cash, certified check or cashier’s check for $10,000 will be required at time and place of sale. Balance to be paid in cash within ten (10) business days of the final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County.

If payment of the balance does not take place within the specified pe-

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PUBLIC NOTICES riod stated, in addition to any other legal or equitable remedies available to him, the Attorney will declare the entire deposit forfeited and resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. In such event, the defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of both sales, attorneys’ fees and all other charges incurred by the Attorney. Interest to be paid on unpaid purchase money at the rate of the mortgage from date of sale to the day the funds are received in the office of the Attorney. In the event settlement is delayed for any reason and the property is purchased by someone other than the mortgage holder, there shall be no abatement of interest caused by the delay. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges 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 Attorney is 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, this sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Attorney. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale.

Jay A. Dackman, Attorney named in Mortgage ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-2/16/3t _________________________________ 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 408 MARKET ST. POCOMOKE A/R/T/A POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated July 27, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4342, Folio 655 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $67,000.00 and a current interest rate of 8.355%, 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 MARCH 14, 2017 AT 3:33 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 $6,000 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 de-

faulted 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. 302960-1) 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-2/23/3t _________________________________ Law Offices of Jeffrey Nadel 4041 Powder Mill Road, Suite 415 Calverton, Maryland 20705 240-473-5000

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY 6709 Cherrix Road Girdletree, MD 21829 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Freddie A. Dryden, dated January 23, 2007, and recorded in Liber 4867, Folio 464 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Substitute Trustee will sell at public auction at Circuit Court for Worcester County, Courthouse Door for Worcester County, Snow Hill, MD on February 28, 2017 at 11:00 AM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND KNOWN AS metes and bounds, situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust, carrying Tax ID No. 02012766.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, agreements, easements, covenants and rights of way of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $25,500.00 will be required at the time of sale in the form of cash, certified check, or other form as the Substitute Trustees determine acceptable. No deposit shall be required of the noteholder where the noteholder bids in the property at auction. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, time being of the essence for purchaser. In the event that settlement does not occur within the said ten days, the purchaser shall be in default. Upon such default the Trustees may file a Motion and Order to Resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, and purchaser(s) hereby consent to entry of such resale order

without further notice, in which case the deposit shall be forfeited and all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then readvertise and resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser; or, without reselling the property, the Trustees may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any, even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulting purchaser. Interest to be paid on the purchase money less the stated deposit called for herein, at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of auction to the date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustee. There shall be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason, including but not limited to exceptions to sale, bankruptcy filings by interested parties, Court administration of the foreclosure or unknown title defects. All taxes, ground rent, water rent, condominium fees and/or homeowner association dues, all public charges/assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, if applicable, are to be adjusted to the date of auction and thereafter are to be assumed by the purchaser.

Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, agricultural transfer tax, if any and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of damage to the property from the date of auction forward. If the Substitute Trustee does not convey title for any reason, including but not limited to the Secured Party executing a forbearance agreement with the borrower(s) described in the above-mentioned Deed of Trust, or allowing the borrower(s) to execute their right to reinstate or payoff the subject loan, prior to the sale, with or without the Substitute Trustee’s prior knowledge, or if the sale is not ratified for any reason including errors made by the Substitute Trustees, the foreclosure sale shall be null and void and of no effect, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy in law or in equity shall be the return of the deposit without interest. Further terms and particulars may be announced at time of sale, and purchaser may be required to execute a Memorandum of Sale at the time of auction. (Matter #19921) Jeffrey Nadel, Scott Nadel and Daniel Menchel, Substitute Trustees MDC Auctioneers 305 West Chesapeake Avenue, Suite 105 Towson, Maryland 21204 410-825-2900 OCD-2/9/3t _________________________________

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 45 ABBYSHIRE RD. OCEAN PINES A/R/T/A BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated November 18, 2008 and recorded in Liber 5200, Folio 257 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $145,505.00 and a current interest rate of 7%, 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 MARCH 14, 2017 AT 3:36 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 $14,000 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. 307741-1) 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-2/23/3t _________________________________ 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 700 CEDAR ST. POCOMOKE A/R/T/A POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated October 30, 2003 and recorded in Liber 3964, Folio 448 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $77,150.00 and a current interest rate of 2.25%, 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 MARCH 14, 2017 AT 3:39 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 $7,000 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. 205700-1)

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-2/23/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 313 N. MAIN ST. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Linda L. Borge and Robert B. Borge dated March 12, 2009 and recorded in Liber 5656, folio 53 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, 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 MARCH 3, 2017 AT 2:30 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. Tax ID #03-026027.

The property, which is improved by a dwelling, 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 $31,000 by cash or certified check.

Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. Interest to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received in the office of the Sub. Trustees. There will be no abatement of interest in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason. The noteholder shall not be obligated to pay interest if it is the purchaser.

TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of all real property taxes, including agricultural taxes, if applicable, and any and all public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges and ground rent, to be adjusted to date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale forward. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses shall

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If the Sub. Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law and equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without interest.

If the purchaser fails to go to settlement, the deposit shall be forfeited, to the Trustees for application against all expenses, attorney’s fees and the full commission on the sale price of the above-scheduled foreclosure sale. In the event of default, all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then re-advertise and resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser or may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser without reselling the property. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any, even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulting purchaser and the defaulting purchaser shall be liable to the Trustees and secured party for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses incurred in connection with all litigation involving the Property or the proceeds of the resale.

Trustees’ file number 60981.

Diane S. Rosenberg, Mark D. Meyer, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-2/16/3t _________________________________ 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 13450 MADISON AVE., UNIT #19 & BOAT SLIP #19 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated December 23, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4711, Folio 82 and re-recorded in Liber 6505, Folio 360 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $265,000.00 and a current interest rate of 6.5%, 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 MARCH 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 described as Unit No. 19, Phase III, in the “Townes of Nantucket Condominium One” together with Boat Dock No. 19 and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. Tax ID #10-347289 and Tax ID #10-377501.

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 $24,000 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. 184234-1) 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-2/16/3t _________________________________ 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 6915 PUBLIC LANDING RD. SNOW HILL, MD 21863 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated June 27, 2007 and recorded in Liber 5003, Folio 729 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $150,000.00 and a current interest rate of 1.59%, 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 28, 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 $7,000 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 pur-

chaser. 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. 199448-2) 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-2/9/3t _________________________________ 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 720 RUSTY ANCHOR RD., UNIT #37C OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated May

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PUBLIC NOTICES 20, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4134, Folio 238 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $140,000.00 and a current interest rate of 4.625%, 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 28, 2017 AT 3:36 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and described as Unit No. 37, in Building C, in the “Rusty Anchor Condominium” 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 $13,000 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,

NOTICE 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 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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. 147739-1) 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-2/9/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WORCESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA

THURSDAY, MARCH 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. 17-13, on the application of DJ Shirk, on the lands of Glenn Benson, requesting an after-the-fact variance to the Ordinance prescribed front yard setback of 60 feet from center line of the road right-of-way to 52.4 feet from center line of the road right-of-way (an encroachment of 7.6 feet) associated with a front covered porch in the A-1 Agricultural District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1201(b)(4) and ZS 1-305(b)(1), located at 12905 Selby Road, approximately 983 feet south of Mumford Road, Tax Map 10, Parcel 117, in the Fifth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

6:35 p.m.

Case No. 17-15, on the lands of

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PUBLIC NOTICE The motor vehicles described below have been abandoned. The owners and lien holders are hereby informed of their right to reclaim the vehicles upon payment of all charges and costs resulting from the towing, preservation, and storage of the vehicles.

The failure of the owners or lien holders to reclaim the vehicles within three weeks of notification shall be deemed a waiver by the owners or lien holders of all rights, title and interest and thereby consent to the sale of the vehicles at public auction beginning February 09, 2017, or to have it otherwise disposed of in a manner provided by law.

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1125.08 0552.10 0536.12 1543.12 1572.12 1573.12 1581.12 1582.12 0542.14 0916.14 1327.14 1350.14 1356.14 0739.15 1349.15 1395.15 0053.16 0810.16 0878.16 0959.16 0965.16 1003.16 1027.16 1069.16 1082.16 1128.16 1143.16 1147.16

2000 2000 2003 1995 2011 1994 1993 1987 1997 1996 2001 2003 2001 1986 1992 1998 N/A 2002 1997 1993 1998 2000 2001 1975 2001 2000 1998 1992

LINCOLN JAGUAR MERCURY HONDA HONDA DODGE CADILLAC CHEVY FORD FORD KIA MAZDA OLDS NISSAN PLYMOUTH PLYMOUTH KARAVAN FORD MERCURY CHEVY OLDS DODGE DODGE GATO NISSAN FORD INFINITY FORD

LS S-TYPE GRD MAR ACCORD PCX STEALTH EL DORAD CAMARO E350 CRW VICT SPECTRA PROTÉGÉ INTRIGUE TRUCK VOYAGER VOYAGER BOAT TRL F150 GRD MAR BLAZER INTRIGUE CARAVAN DURANGO BOAT EXTERRA F150 I30 F150

BLACK BLUE BLUE BLUE RED BLACK BLACK MAROON BLK/YEL BLUE SILVER GREEN BLUE TK BURGDY WHITE N/A GRAY BLUE RED GRY/BRO GREEN CHARCOAL WHITE RED GREEN WHITE RED

N/A 4DR N/A N/A SCT N/A N/A N/A TRK N/A 4S NA 4S N/A N/A N/A N/A TK 4D SW 4D VN 4W TRL TK TK 4D TK

1LNHM86S4YY814935 SAJDA01COYFL05953 2MEFM75W23X641448 1HGCD5531SAO28700 MLHJF2808B5001225 JB3AM44H5RY004254 1G6EL1290PU612347 1G1FP21SOHN162025 1FDKE37L5VHA76183 2FALP7468TX106028 KNAFB161915030478 JM1BJ225130160726 1G3WS52H71F163604 1N6ND11S3GC389867 1P4GH54R1NX304798 1P4GP44G4WB743729 N/A 1FTRX17222NB04365 2MELM74W5VX627504 1GNDT13W3P2148423 1G3WH52K5WF367447 2B4FP25B2YR681398 1B4HS28NX1F608712 23925526/288 5N1ED28Y61C551075 1FTRF17W0YNC11705 JNKCA21A2WT606936 1FTEX15N9NKB78061

N/A N/A 136323 147866 N/A 157586 N/A 391446 192271 130016 95068 N/A N/A N/A 181969 N/A N/A N/A 138770 155637 N/A N/A N/A N/A 158765 N/A N/A N/A

All vehicles will be sold at auction on-line at www.govdeals.com. For details call 410-723-6643.

AUTH: Ross Buzzuro Chief of Police OCD-2/9/3t ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Kevin Johnson, requesting a special exception to increase the height of a fence within the front yard setback in the R-3 Multi-Family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(3), ZS 1207(b)(2) and ZS 1-305, located at 12825 Townsend Road, on the north east corner at the intersection with Golf Course Road, Tax Map 27, Parcel 286, Block C, Lot 11, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

6:40 p.m.

Case No. 17-16, on the application of Mark S. Cropper, Esquire, on the lands of Louis and Jennifer Waldhauser, requesting a variance to the Ordinance prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 25 feet (an encroachment of 5 feet) associated with a two story deck in the R-3 Multi-

Family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1116(c)(4), ZS 1-207(b)(2) and ZS 1-305, located at 31 Moonshell Drive, approximately 143 feet north of Beach Court, Tax Map 16, Parcel 41, Section 4, Lot 156, of the Ocean Pines Subdivision, in the Third Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

6:45 p.m.

Case No. 17-17, on the application of Beracah Homes, Inc, on the lands of Robert Jr. and Geraldine Watkins, requesting a special exception to build a single-family dwelling and detached garage in the RP Resource Protection District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(3), ZS 1-215(c)(1) and ZS 1-305, located at 11331 Bell Road, on the north west corner of the intersection with Ocean

Gateway (US Route 50) , Tax Map 13, Parcel 27, Lot 6, of the Whaley’s Crossing Subdivision, in the Third Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS OCD-2/23/2t _________________________________

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16830 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF ELIZABETH PELOSO Notice is given that Madelyn De Bari, 931 Yacht Club Drive, Berlin, MD 21811, was on February 07, 2017 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Elizabeth

Peloso who died on July 13, 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 7th day of August, 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.

Madelyn De Bari 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 09, 2017 OCD-2/16/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 301-490-3361 Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs.

Thomas McCarthy aka Thomas B. McCarthy and Patrick Mccarthy aka Patrick J. Mccarthy Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C16000134

NOTICE ORDERED, this 31st day of January, 2017 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 508 Robin Drive, Unit 38, Ocean City, Maryland 21824 mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et. al, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 6th day of March, 2017 provided a copy

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PUBLIC NOTICES of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 27th day of February, 2017.

The report states the amount of sale to be $97,000.00.

Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-2/9/3t _________________________________

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 March 9, 2017 At 2:00 PM A request has been submitted to widen boatslip “K” & relocate two pilings approx. 2’ west at 718 Bradley Rd Slip K Parcel #2575A Applicant: McGinty Marine Construction Owner: Christopher Welch PW17-008 A request has been submitted to construct 50 lf of blkhd & 6’x24’ parallel pier at 311 Tuna Ln Parcel #3306 Applicant: McGinty Marine Construction Owner: Silvia Laurenzano PW17-009 A request has been submitted to install one boatlift w/assoc poles, max chwd of 18’, at 10624 Pine Needle Rd Parcel #1704A Applicant: Hidden Oak Farms LLC Owner: Mark T Warhime PW17-010 A request has been submitted to construct 5’x24’ pier ext to existing 5’x24’ pier & install two boatlifts w/assoc pilings max 50’ chwd; install two PWC lifts w/assoc pilings, max 12’ chwd; remove existing 1’x24’ dock at 1506 Teal Dr Parcel # 3429 Applicant: J. Stacey Hart & Associates, Inc. Owner: Darrel Drenner PW17-013 A request has been submitted to repair 60 lf of blkhd; remove existing 4’x50’ dock & replace w/4’x44’ dock with 4’x6’ pier; install one boatlift & two PWC lifts w/assoc pilings, max 17’ chwd, at 154 Channel Buoy Rd Lot 39 Parcel # 1463A

Applicant: J. Stacey Hart & Associates, Inc. Owner: Marcelo Vito PW17-014 A request has been submitted to replace 40 lf of deteriorated sheeting, max 18” chwd; reduce existing 6’x30’ dock to 4.5’x30’;construct new 6’x45’ pier & install two boatlifts w/assoc pilings, max 50’ chwd, at 213 S Ocean Dr Parcel # 8020AApplicant: J. Stacey Hart & Associates, Inc. Owner: Bill Ball PW17-015 A request has been submitted to install one boatlift w/assoc poles into existing boatslip, 2 PWC lifts w/assoc poles 20 ft of chwd, at 714 Bradley Rd Unit C Parcel #9346 Applicant: Ocean City Boatlifts & Marine Construction Inc. Owner: Thanh Nguyen PW17-016 A request has been submitted to remove existing pier & construct 6’x40’ pier w/10’x20’ “L” platform. Install one boatlift, one dble PWC lift & one kayak lift at 328 N Heron Gull Ct Parcel # 6062A Applicant: McGinty Marine Construction Owner: Michael W Strittmatter PW17-017 A request has been submitted to install one boatlift w/assoc poles-includes alum catwalks within lift apparatus 38’of chwd community wlkwy, at 14th St Slip 46 Parcel #3486 Applicant: Permit Ink LLC Owner: William E Esham III PW17-019 A request has been submitted to install boatlift poles into existing boatslip 20’ of chwd community brdwlk at Island At Hidden Harbor Slip 391 - 205 125th St Parcel #6060A Applicant: Permit Ink LLC Owner: ELB Holdings LLC PW17-020 A request has been submitted to install one boatlift & assoc pilings chwd 24’, at 778 94th St Unit 114 Slip 29 Parcel #9647 Applicant: McGinty Marine Construction Owner: H Allen Haines PW17-021 A request has been submitted to construct 15’ pier ext on end of existing pier & one boatlift w/assoc pilings at 627 Bayshore Dr Unit A Parcel #5277A Applicant: McGinty Marine Construction Owners: Bradley R Nowotarski PW17-022 OCD-2/23/2t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS TOWN OF OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110 of the Code of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred

to as the Code, same being the Zoning Ordinance for Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted by the Board of Zoning Appeals for Ocean City, Maryland in the Council Chambers of City Hall located on Baltimore Avenue and Third Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(3), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-95(1)(b) requesting a variance to lot area and depth requirements as shown on preliminary plat prepared by Pennoni Associates, Inc., in order to resubdivide the lot into lots 7A and 7B. The site of the appeal is described as Lot 7, Block 19N of the Sinepuxent Beach Company Plat, further described as located on the northwest corner of 5th Street and Baltimore Avenue, and locally known as the Atlantic House Bed and Breakfast Inn, located at 501 Baltimore Avenue and the Arnold Arms Condominium, located at 104-5th Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: ARD NA MARA LLC – (BZA 2476 #17-09500002) Further information concerning the public hearings may be examined in the office of the Department of Planning and Community Development in City Hall.

Alfred Harrison, Chairman Heather Stansbury, Attorney OCD-2/23/2t _________________________________ C. GREGORY COBURN ESQ. 6806B COASTAL HIGHWAY OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16836 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF CHARLES LUDWIG SACHS Notice is given that Nancy Dlugokeski, 708 South Surf Road, Ocean City, MD 21842, was on February 16, 2017 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Charles Ludwig Sachs who died on January 3, 2017, 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 16th day of August, 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.

Nancy Dlugokeski 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 23, 2017 OCD-2/23/3t _________________________________

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 16832 Notice is given that the Clerk of County Council court of Berkeley County, WV appointed Paul C. Shirley, 935 Hillcrest Drive, Martinsburg, WV 25401; and Paul Stephen Shirley, 2712 Back Creek Valley Rd., Hedgesville, WV 25427 as the Personal Representatives of the Estate of Marcia A. Lavorini who died on June 01, 2016 domiciled in West Virginia, USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Susan L. Copen whose address is 108 Grantham Ct., Walkersville, MD 21793.

At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester.

All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred.

Paul C. Shirley Paul Stephen Shirley Foreign Personal Representative 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: February 16, 2017 OCD-2/16/3t _________________________________

Commentary

It takes bread to get constant yield rate

So what is this constant yield tax rate and why does it matter? If you’re a Worcester County property owner, it makes a great deal of difference, because it not only indicates what your next tax bill might do — go up, down or stay the same — it also helps keep the government from imposing more taxes on you without providing an explanation.

The constant yield rate, as the state Department of Assessments and Taxation explains it, is how much the property tax rate would need to be to generate the same amount of money in government’s new budget year as it did the year before.

Still a little confused? It’s easier to grasp if you look at it like a bread recipe. Let’s say (omitting most other ingredients) the flour is your taxes and the constant yield is one loaf of bread. That means no matter how much or how little flour you use, the yield must be no more than one loaf.

Last year, for instance, 3 1/4 cups of flour made one loaf of bread, which made five sandwiches. In the year ahead, because of improved circumstances, 3 1/8 cups of flour will make one loaf of bread, which also will make five sandwiches.

To ease back to the money side of government, if the constant yield is the loaf of bread, then the constant yield rate is the annually adjusted amount of flour needed to make it. And the sandwiches? Those are governments’ expenses.

It’s simple. If the constant yield rate is $1 and government decides the tax rate will be $1.01, it either needs or wants to make more sandwiches and you will have to come up with a little extra flour. Conversely, if the tax rate last year was $1.01 and the new constant yield is $1, you could save a few bucks.

That would depend, of course, on how much the government needs. If it sticks with last year’s tax rate, it won’t necessarily cost you more, because it could be that the assessable base, that is the taxable value of every piece of property in your district, rose.

If, however, last year’s tax rate was $1, the constant yield rate is $1, the value of assessable base remains steady and yet government raises the rate to $1.01? The cost of lunch just got more expensive and someone has some explaining to do.

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By Stewart Dobson Editor/Publisher When you’re writing to fill space, which is exactly what I’m doing at this moment, the best course would seem to be to pick a subject about which you know everything.

In my case, unfortunately, this has resulted in something substantially less than an abbreviated list of topics.

Already stricken: women, money, politics, religion, car repairs and the square By root of anything.

Stewart I doubt that much could be written about square Dobson roots anyway, except to say they are not round and are of no use whatsoever in understanding women, money, politics, religion and car repairs.

It’s not like you’re going to ask, as you watch the mechanic work on your car’s spleen or whatever it is, “Would knowing the square root of 543 be helpful?”

Chances are you should move along briskly before he says, “See this? This is a socket wrench. Which of your sockets would you prefer?”

As it happens, by the way, I do know the square root of 543, because I looked it up on the internet. And — coincidence of coincidences — it’s 23.3023603955, the exact amount left in my ATM account, which also illustrates how little I know about money, or at least how to keep it.

I’m not even going to try to tie in women, politics and religion in this discourse, except to say that all three involve some sort of hell if you do the wrong thing.

To put it in perspective, if Moses and I were to switch positions, he’d have 10

things to write about, while I would report back to the throng waiting for me at the base of the mountain and declare, “This is what I know — Don’t kill anybody, but odds are we’re all going to hell on lesser charges.”

I do suppose, now that I reflect on the Ten Commandments, that politics do come into play, as I suspect that many politicians are in violation of its various anti-coveting clauses.

Since I don’t know everything about religion, I honestly can’t say whether there might be different levels of coveting, as in coveting in the second degree, aggravated coveting or even misdemeanor coveting, which might net the offender 10 days in hell with nine suspended.

I am relatively sure, however, that there is no such thing as probation before judgment in this regard.

As I read through what I’ve written so far, I find that the only thing I haven’t covered in the area of subjects about which I know little is women.

And that’s how it’s going to remain, because I am smart enough to understand that no matter what I might say, someone is going to misinterpret it and vice versa: “But that’s not what I meant!”

“But that’s what you said!”

“I didn’t mean it like that!”

“Well, that’s how I took it!”

“OK, let me explain.”

“Oh no, I understand completely.”

I guarantee that every male-female couple in the world has had this exchange at some point in their relationship, which is why I’m not saying anything else.

You can ask me about dogs, though, because I do happen to know quite a bit about them, including this observation: if you have two, you’ll see some real coveting in action.

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) Maryland State Sen. Jim Mathias (D-38), a longtime advocate for cancer victims, is continuing the fight this legislative session as the primary sponsor of several bills aimed at easing insurance restrictions and improving access to treatment.

Senate Bill 61, which was passed 46-0 on Feb.9, will prohibit insurance companies from charging higher copays for digital tomography to produce 3-D mammograms as compared to the charges for other breast cancer screening methods. Mathias pursued the same measure last year.

The bill, which was supported by CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield, prohibits insurers from charging higher co-pays for breast exams using 3-D tomography, which Mathias said provides a superior resolution and image.

“Some insurance companies require a higher co-pay for a 3-D mammogram than for a standard mammogram,” he said. “If your doctor says they need that imaging to be more clear, I think you should be treated equally in the eye of the law.”

Mathias is also the primary sponsor of SB 919, the President Jimmy Carter Cancer Treatment Access Act, which is scheduled for a State Senate hearing on March 8.

In August 2015, Carter announced

he was battling an aggressive form of melanoma, or skin cancer, whose associated tumors had spread into his liver and brain.

After undergoing surgery and radiation and treatment with a new immunotherapy drug, Carter said in December 2015 tests revealed no evidence of the original, or new, cancer spots.

SB 919 would prohibit insurance companies from imposing a step therapy, or fail-first protocol, for patients with stage-four advanced metastatic cancer.

Insurance companies use step therapy to regulate costs and potential risks from prescription drugs by mandating cost-effective drug therapies are pursued prior to more expensive or perilous alternatives.

If SB 919 is approved, patients with stage-four cancers that have spread to other areas of the body could bypass current step therapy insurer mandates and start immediately with FDA-approved prescription drugs that are consistent with best practices for treatment and are supported by peer-reviewed medical literature.

Lastly, SB 992, addresses oncologists and the dispensing and insurance coverage of orally administered cancer chemotherapy.

The bill is scheduled for a senate hearing on March 9.

Mathias said after his wife, Kathy Mathias, lost her battle with cancer in 2011 at the age of 58, he has worked diligently to effect change in her memory.

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 24, 2017) One letter off in his last name has led West Ocean City resident and small business owner Rob Jager to field phone calls from customers concerned he ran afoul of the law.

Last week, Ocean Pines police arrested 28-year-old Robert Jaeger for allegedly assaulting his estranged wife with a knife. Since the arrest made local news, Rob Jager, has been telling clients of Rob’s Lawn Care, that he was not in jail and could still handle their landscaping needs.

“My customers are in Baltimore, Pennsylvania and D.C. Some of them are condo associations, and they see it in the news so they call and ask about it,” said Jager. “I get why, some of them I’ve never seen face-to-face.”

Aside from spelling differences, Jager is different from Jaeger is other respects. Jager is a West Ocean City businessman, while the accused is an Ocean Pines resident. Jager’s last name is pronounced like Rolling Stone’s front man Mick Jagger. The pronunciation of the accused’s last name, Jaeger, starts with a “y” sound as Yeager.

Jaeger is also 28, while Jager is 42.

“I wish I was 28 again,” Jager joked.

The West Ocean City businessman added that he has been answering calls from family and friends.

“Family members call joking, ‘Dude, what did you do?’” Jager said.

“I have a friend that’s a detective in the Salisbury area who asked if I needed bail money.”

All things considered, Jager has seen the humor in the situation, but wants to set the record straight with locals and his customers.

“I brush it off. They don’t know me,” he said. “I just tell them that I would never do anything like that.”

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