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Worcester’s tax rate may remain as is

Property tax bills unlikely to change

But larger tax bases means it would get more income

Small shift in rate balances minor difference in revenue

By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) Worcester County government could see an increase of $1.2 million in property tax revenue in the fiscal year beginning this July, providing the county commissioners stick with the current year’s tax rate of 84.5 cents per $100 of assessed value.

The commissioners on Tuesday agreed to advertise the public hearing the state requires whenever an increase in the tax rate is anticipated.

Even though the county’s proposed budget currently employs the same tax rate as last year, at 84.5 cents, the state’s constant yield rate is lower, at 83.7 cents, to offset the increase the value of taxable properties.

Last July, the net assessable base in Worcester County was $16.2 billion, according to the state assessments office, which projects that the base will go up to $16.3 billion this July.

This increased value charged at the existing tax rate is what would deliver that additional $1.2 million in revenue, Worcester County Budget Officer Kathy Whited told the commissioners.

Altogether, the county’s general fund budget draft calls for $210.5 million in revenue versus $218.6 in reSee COUNTY’S Page 2

By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) Ocean City property owners may see an almost imperceptible increase in taxes in 2022, as resort government’s budget proposal for the next fiscal year calls for an increase of about two-hundredths of a cent increase in the tax rate– or the equivalent of 80 cents on a home worth $400,000.

City Manager Doug Miller and Budget Manager Jennie Knapp presented their draft of the 2022 budget to the City Council on Tuesday afternoon, with a general fund of $90.6 million as compared to $88.7 million in 2021.

That 2.17 percent increase in the general fund over last year, is the smallest jump in an overall financial package that is forecast to go up 16.37 percent to $157 million from the $135.5 million in the current budget.

The total budget includes enterprise funds such as water and wastewater, which support themselves through fees for services, while the general fund is supported by taxes and other revenue such as parking fees, room taxes, licenses and permits.

The budget presented this week is a See BALANCED Page 2

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Children took to the ballfields at Northside Park in Ocean City on Saturday to participate in the annual Easter egg hunt.

Crab picking outfits still come up short on worker visas

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) Gov. Larry Hogan is fed up with leaving the livelihood of the state’s crab meat processing companies to chance and is pushing for a change that could trickle down to a more abundant supply for resort restaurants.

Last week, Hogan issued a statement urging federal officials to increase the availability of H-2B Nonimmigrant Temporary Worker visas, which supply the workforce for the state’s 23 crab meat processing companies. Currently, the visas are capped at 66,000 for various types of companies across the entire country and issued through a lot-

tery system, which Hogan deemed “unfair” in a letter to U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

“In support of Maryland’s seafood industry and other seasonal employees, I request that you take immediate action to eliminate the unfair lottery See FOREIGN Page 4

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Balanced budget keeps tax rate Continued from Page 1 first draft and is likely to change over the next few weeks as the council meets to discuss the needs of each department.

Knapp told the board that each year’s budget presents a unique set of circumstances, and Miller said 2021 was a difficult year because of uncertainties related to covid-19.

Still, Miller said the proposed budget satisfies the needs of the many departments.

The new budget is based on the the state-calculated constant yield rate of 45.61 cents per $100 of assessed value, which would be up the tiniest fraction from the current rate of 45.59 cents.

The nudge upwards in the rate balances out the slight decline in the resort’s assessable base for the upcoming year.

According to state tax assessment figures, the Ocean City tax base dropped from $9.256 billion to $9.253 billion, a difference of about $3 million in taxable property. The constant yield adjusts for that difference by slightly upping the amount of tax revenue properties produce.

Last year, the city collected $42,033,993 in revenue from property taxes, and for 2022, it would be $42,252,082 as currently forecast.

Knapp said, however, the number will

change in July, after the budget is approved and more firm figures begin to get reported.

“Every number in this budget is an estimate,” she said. “I don’t have any actual numbers for anything.”

This is especially true when it comes to how much the city puts into employee benefits like healthcare, where plan declarations have to be made for 2022.

Someone may have a full family plan and want to reduce it to an individual plan, or individual plus one, resulting in less money Doug Miller coming from the city.

Knapp, being the master of a balancing act between the town’s financial needs and wants, said this week that if the tax rate were to remain the same at 45.59 cents per $100, Jennie Knapp Ocean City would be short a little less than $18,000. That means, the money would have to be accounted for somewhere else.

But one thing Knapp would not look at is a reduction in staffing.

In fact, the new budget calls for the hiring of 21 full-time employees, in-

cluding nine police officers, six EMTs, six public works maintenance workers, and one communications operator to handle 911 calls.

From salaries alone – not including pension and benefits – the total impact on the general fund from hiring these 21 employees is $920,057.

The budget looks to improve core services in Ocean City by investing $40.3 million into public safety. This includes a $587,000 increase in the Public Safety pension plan, $517,000 into fire equipment, a $170,000 repair to the elevator at fire headquarters, a $110,000 upgrade to a power supply, and a nearly $15,000 radio system software upgrade.

In addition to core services, the budget also aims to invest $2.6 million in protecting the beach, $6.2 million in trash removal and $2.3 million into beach replenishment and Boardwalk re-decking.

There are several investments included in the budget to improve quality of life in Ocean City including $5.6 million in tourism marketing, $2.8 million in special events, $5.1 million into recreation and parks, along with additional funding for transit, the convention center, and airport upgrades.

Knapp presented several considerations for the future, including a bump in the room tax to more than 5 percent,

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County’s next job will be to balance income, expenses Continued from Page 1 quested expenditures. Of the latter, the biggest expense is the Worcester County Board of Education at $96.7 million.

A part of the county’s effort to set the tax rate and reconcile the difference between income and expenses will be a public hearing on May 4 at 7 p.m. at the government center in Snow Hill.

Kathy Whited Worcester County property owners may provide their input on the tax rate resolution in person and the hearing will be live-streamed from the Worcester County government website.

The public hearing will be advertised in the April 22 issue of this newspaper. and the continued impact of increasing the minimum wage to $15 an hour.

A copy of the budget proposal is located on www.oceancitymd.gov, along with a calendar of hearings by department, which will take place between April 7 and April 20.

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Cyclists will get an additional hour to ride their bikes on the Boardwalk after City Council members agreed to extend the allowable time from 11 a.m. to noon.

Cyclists get extra hour on Boardwalk starting in May

By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) Ocean City Council members are giving cyclists an extra hour during the day to ride their bikes on the Boardwalk this summer, as a move made last month to start the tram at noon opened up a little extra time.

The new hours, as approved by the City Council, will only allow bikes, pushcarts and Electric Personal Assisted Mobility Devices (EPAMDs) along the Boardwalk from 2 a.m. to noon instead of 2 a.m. to 11 a.m., from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Those hours modify slightly, according to the signs, on Springfest and Sunfest weekends, from Thursday through Sunday, and from 2 a.m.

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to noon.

The modifications came because the council in March approved modifying the start of the Boardwalk tram from 11 a.m. to noon, after Mayor Rick Meehan made the request.

Meehan told the board that the ridership was not heavy that early in the morning, and the city could save money by starting it an hour later.

Public Works Director Hal Adkins and his team will adjust the signs to reflect the new times, though the Air Show will not be noted.

City Manager Doug Miller told the council on March 30 that Adkins is looking to take a sticker to place the word “noon” over 11 a.m., which is currently on the sign.

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Foreign crab pickers in short supply, again Continued from Page 1 system and increase the number of Nonimmigrant Temporary Work visas — now capped at 66,000 — to the maximum allowable under federal law,” the letter said.

Federal laws allow the secretary to increase the number of workers eligible for the visa program “to the highest number of H-2B workers who

participated in the H-2B returning worker program in any fiscal year in which returning workers were exempt from the numerical cap,” the letter continued.

Hogan’s letter went on to say that the continuation of the limit on H-2B workers has the potential to devastate the state’s seafood industry, which has already suffered because of covid.

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Maryland’s blue crab harvest season kicked off April 1, bringing attention to the state’s seafood processing industry that could be detrimentally affected by a lack of Nonimmigrant Temporary Worker visas.

Bill Spieling, the vice president of the Chesapeake Bay Seafood Industries Association, pointed out the significant business challenges that the H-2B cap and luck-of-the-draw lottery system pose.

“It’s extremely unfair and it’s impossible to operate any kind of a business when you don’t know year to year whether you’re going to have employees or not,” he said.

This year, just four of the state’s nine Eastern Shore processing facilities, which are all in Dorchester County, were approved for visas. The other five, Spieling said, cannot operate.

He added that the H-2B visa limits have affected these companies, and, in turn, the entire statewide industry, for years.

“The cap at 66,000 for the entire country — that was like 30 years ago,” he said. “The country has grown immensely in 30 years. There’s certainly more demand from all kinds of industries that use these kind of workers.”

Bob Higgins, the owner of the two Higgins Crab houses in Ocean City, said he knows all about the H-2B dilemma.

“It’s a bad way to try and run your

business, not knowing if you’re going to have the personnel,” he said.

He pointed out that the product the H-2B workers harvest only directly affects picked crab meat. But when a restaurant gets all of the crab meat it serves from Maryland waters like Higgins does, it could have an effect.

“The crab picking houses, if they can operate at 100 percent, well, they need 100 percent of their product rolling in,” he said. “If they’re counting on 30 [workers] and they only get 15, they’re only going to get half as many crabs. It’s very, very, very much supply and demand. If everything remains equal with the supply, then it boils down to the demand. If there are people there to process the product, it will certainly be a better situation.”

Maryland blue crab harvest season kicked off April 1, but Spieling said it does not really ramp up until the weather and the water get warmer.

And until then, he said it’s hard to predict what the harvest will look like this season.

“The water is still cold,” he said.

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OC hires cheaper tent company for upcoming festival

Boardwalk tram’s new start gives bikes more time

By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) Springfest organizers scrambled this week to get an agreement in place with a tent provider for the event, after bids that were submitted in late 2020 were much higher than expected.

Special Events Director Frank Miller approached City Council members during their meeting Frank Miller on Monday to ask permission to enter into a contract with Pittsburgh company J.V. Chujko Inc. to provide tents for the event, scheduled for May 6-9 in the inlet parking lot.

Miller said when an RFP to provide tents for the three large events – Springfest, Sunfest and Winterfest of Lights – was put out for bids in December, he was surprised at what he saw.

“Those bids did come back quite a bit higher than what we had budgeted for in previous years and what we were willing to accept as an opportunity for use moving forward,” he told the board.

For reference, Miller said the standard tent layout for Springfest in 2019 was budgeted for $96,500.

When the previous company that provided tents for Ocean City for

Continued from Page 3 Miller added that Adkins preferred to not alter the lower panel of the sign, which specifically mentions Springfest and Sunfest.

Councilman Tony DeLuca said the bike committee and Ocean City Development Corporation discussed the hour changes and recommended they be modified from 2 a.m. to noon to midnight to noon.

OCDC Executive Director Glenn Irwin voiced concerns about the 2 a.m. start time for bikes because of its effect on employees who leave Boardwalk businesses and rely on bikes to get home.

“The employees [prefer] to ride the well-lighted Boardwalk than the alleys or Baltimore Avenue to get home,” Irwin said in an email.

“Seems like the last few years, the Boardwalk stores have been closing earlier, so these employees cannot use the Boardwalk with their bikes until 2 a.m.”

After council voted 7-0 to approve the time change from 11 a.m. to noon, City Attorney Heather Stansbury told the board that the times could be changed at any time by way of a resolution.

Springfest organizers are looking to hire a Pittsburgh-based company to provide a modified tent layout for the festival after bids from the previous company, that provided the temporary structures for nearly two decades, came back well over the city’s budgeted amount.

nearly two decades submitted its bid in December, their proposal went from $96,500 to $157,172.

“It was a substantial increase for that event as well as what we saw for Sunfest,” Miller said.

Miller and his team looked at additional companies to manage the needs for Springfest only because it was coming up quickly and found that J.V. Chujko could provide a modified tent layout formulated for social distancing during the covid-19 pandemic for $68,545.

To proceed with a contract with the Pittsburgh company, the council needed to give the thumbs-up.

“It’s definitely more in line with what we had in the past,” Miller said.

Councilman Mark Paddack asked who would provide tents for Sunfest

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and Winterfest, during the meeting, and Miller said he was looking at doing another contract with J.V. Chujko, though one of the previous bidders said they would like to be able to submit bid for those events. With that being the case, Miller said he may open a new RFP. Also, if an RFP is opened, the previous provider will be able to submit a new bid as well, possibly more in line with what the city has budgeted Without much more discussion, the council voted 7-0 allow Miller to give J.V. Chujko a contract for Sunfest.

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Tow truck driver granted final approval to store 15 vehicles

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Elias Zacharopoulos, the owner of a towing business and Cycle City on Coastal Highway near 31st Street, was granted permission to operate a 15-car impound lot.

Council establishes fund for capital improvement projects

By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) A new fund that ensures money is available for future capital improvement projects is available is going to be set up, after City Council members approved the measure on Monday.

City Engineer Terry McGean made the proposal to the council, nearly a month after it agreed to spend $1.5 million on capital improvements around Ocean City.

Seven projects were included in the Terry McGean $1.5 million budget that the staff thought were most critical for 2022: $500,000 on street paving, $450,000 to replace the Chicago Avenue bulkhead; $110,000 to replace the public safety building power supply; $170,000 to repair the fire headquarters elevator; $100,000 to clean the storm drains; $80,000 to replace the deck at Sunset Park; and $150,000 to replace the west gym

floor at Northside Park.

In addition to the $1.5 million, Councilman Tony DeLuca asked that canal dredging continue to take place, and the board agreed to revisit the matter and earmark $400,000 for that purpose if it was deemed feasible.

With those projects set to take place, McGean asked the board to create a new fund for capital improvements, opening it with $3 million.

Each year after, the city will contribute $1.5 million into the account, which can be used for emergency repairs with city council approval.

Any additional amount would roll over to the following year. The main stipulation with the account is that it maintain a minimum balance of $1 million.

“A reserve fund established under this would be for critical projects over the next five years, with a $1 million minimum balance,” McGean said.

He also said this fund would establish a stable source of funding for the projects and smooth out the pay-as-

By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) Nearly a month after gaining approval from the city Planning and Zoning Commission to operate a 15-vehicle storage lot next to Jolly Roger Amusement Park, a tow truck operator got the green light from City Council members on Monday.

Elias Zacharopoulos, the owner of the scooter rental and repair business named Cycle City on Coastal Highway near 31st Street, asked the council for a conditional use permit that would allow him to run a 15-vehicle storage lot on the premises of his current business.

Along with Cycle City, Zacharopoulos is a licensed tow truck driver, who had been storing the vehicles he towed in West Ocean City.

As the owner of the Ocean City location, Zacharopoulos filed an application with the city to be able to store the vehicles on the parcel, which is zoned local commercial and bayside mixed use.

Under zoning code, Zacharopoulos is required to have nine parking spaces on site – four for the employee housing he provides and five for the retail business he operates.

Along with conforming to code, he also received approval from the Ocean City Police Department to

store vehicles at his property temporarily.

Although the city operates its own impound lot at 65th Street, vehicles involved in accidents are not stored there. Instead, OCPD calls a tow company like the one Zacharopoulos operates to pick up the vehicles and store them.

He has the ability to store up to eight vehicles in a pole building on the property, although that number can fluctuate depending on whether he is storing scooters and motorcycles in there.

When the matter was before the planning and zoning commission, questions were raised regarding beeping noises from the tow truck as it reverses, and Zacharopoulos said his truck did not do that. There were also concerns that the lot would wind up looking like a junk yard, though the owner assured the commission it would not.

After reviewing a transcript from the planning and zoning commission meeting that took place previously, Councilman Mark Paddack asked whether the lot would be fenced in and was assured it was.

Other than Paddack’s question, council members did not say much on the matter and unanimously approved Zacharopoulos’s request.

you-go process.

DeLuca asked Jennie Knapp, the director of budget and management, if she approved of the account, and she replied, “Unequivocally.”

Councilman Mark Paddack supported the move, saying he would feel comfortable knowing there was a reserve fund set up for projects that need to be approved by council. But one of his main concerns was whether the funding would be available if a hurricane wreaks havoc in Ocean City.

Knapp said it would be available, though the money is generally to be used for capital improvements.

“We want to make it part of the budget process and make it official,” she told Paddack, adding later that the city is already doing this. “If we needed to use it for something else, we certainly could.”

As to whether the funding will affect the bond rating, Knapp said companies that set bond ratings for municipalities – like Moody’s Investor Services – like to see money set aside for capital projects because it shows that local government is keeping up with its infrastructure.

The board voted 7-0, to approve the new fund.

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Mayor Meehan prepares for new challenges Beach and the Outer Banks have wind farms being installed more than 20 miles out.

U.S. Wind, he said, could be as close as 13 miles from shore.

By Greg Wehner For decades, the possibility of Staff Writer drilling for oil off the (April 9, 2021) When it comes to coast has been Ocean City, Mayor Rick Meehan cares brought up and shot about its people and aesthetics. down repeatedly. One So much so that as wind turbines of the reasons is beare being proposed for off the coast of cause the rigs are unthe resort town, or 5G towers are on sightly. the verge of popping up in residential Wind farms, he exneighborhoods, he says he is ready to Rick Meehan plained, would change defend against the installations howthe aesthetics and ever he can – both vocally and legally. views from Ocean City if they are alMeehan was elected mayor in lowed to be installed this close to 2006, and before that, he was a mem- shore. ber of City Council since 1985.

Meehan said he has tried to get the Although he relocated to Ocean lease areas established by the Bureau City in 1971, Meehan would spend of Ocean Energy Management – or summer breaks from high school and BOEM – relocated further offshore, college working at Funcade on the but his appeals have fallen on deaf Boardwalk. ears.

After graduating from the Univer“Sometimes, your initial point sity of Baltimore, doesn’t get Meehan opened a through,” he said. clothing business in ‘Everybody supports the idea So, as it stands Ocean City, joining now, the two major of clean energy ... just not a group of entreprewind farms, the one off the coast here.’ neurs seeking sucfor U.S. Wind Encess in the resort ergy and the SkipMayor Rick Meehan town. jack Wind Farm While building from Ørsted, are extheir businesses, many of the entre- pected to be up and running by 2024 preneurs began to influence politics, and 2026, respectively. including Meehan, who during an inThe Skipjack is expected to have 12 terview with Ocean City Today a few or fewer turbines located 19.5 miles years ago said they weren’t looking to off the coast of Ocean City, that will change the course of the city, but in- generate 120-megawatts of clean enstead just wanted to be involved. ergy to 35,000 homes and generate Meehan got into the political arena thousands of jobs in the region. in 1984, though he lost his bid for Once the wind farms are installed, council. It was not until then Mayor the electricity will need to make landHarry Kelley died the next year, that fall, but where that will happen is yet Meehan was able to join the council, to be determined. in April 1985.

Meehan said at one time, Indian Today, along with 5G and wind, Inlet was looked into for a landfall, Meehan is taking on initiatives like but the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers bolstering law enforcement efforts for shot that down. Another area that was the pop-up rally and potential repeat looked into was Fenwick Island, but of last June, when unruly youthful that too was not favorable. crowds descended upon Ocean City.

He said he is concerned that the Wind Energy Public Service Commission will make After last week’s announcement a decision that allows the wind farm from President Joe Biden’s adminis- companies to use easements to bring tration to make America the leader in their lines to shore – a move similar offshore wind energy by 2030 – which to the decision handed down from the could ultimately result in wind tur- Ninth Circuit Court in the case of bines being placed up and down the Portland vs. FCC. East Coast – Meehan has said he does 5G Towers not want to be able to see the turbines In the case of Portland vs. FCC, from the shores of Ocean City. judges determined that 5G towers “Everybody supports the idea of could be placed within the public clean energy ... just not off the coast easement in the same way that broadhere,” he said. band utilities could – something that Meehan said three years ago, he is ultimately covered in the Telecomfound out about initiatives from munications Act. Ørsted and U.S. Wind to place wind Crown Castle is looking to install farms near Ocean City. Although it six 5G cell towers. Three of the towers had been spoken about for years were proposed for R1 neighborhoods prior, things were getting close to re- – at 178 Old Landing Road, 401 ality.

Bering Road, and 1909 Marlin Drive One of his main issues, he said this – while the other three were to be loweek, is that places like Virginia cated in MH zones in Montego Bay –

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at 167 S. Ocean Drive, 243 S. Ocean Drive, and 354 S. Ocean Drive.

In March, Crown Castle Government Relations Specialist Trey Spear told City Council members that the company originally proposed to erect nine towers in Montego Bay, but that was whittled down to three towers.

And his reduction of the numbers was appreciated by the mayor, as has been the company’s willingness to work with the city.

Meehan said Crown Castle has actually been good to work with when it comes to the design and location of the towers, as well as the types of lights attached to them, but in commercial areas.

As far as placing the towers in residential neighborhoods, he is opposed, especially in places like Montego Bay, where the utilities are

all underground.

But where Crown Castle has worked well, Meehan is fearful that companies like AT&T, that also want to put 5G towers in place, will not play as nicely.

Pop-up Car Rally and June Another big issue Meehan has been working on – this time with the Ocean City Police Department – is bolstering law enforcement efforts in preparation for the pop-up car rally and the June Week influx of overly exuberant youth and, at times, those who might want to take advantage of them.

Both events have shaken the resort in recent years, but this year the mayor said OCPD has created a partnership with the Maryland State Police in case things get out of control.

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Mayor optimistic Princess Royale, of good summer BLU Crabhouse to Continued from Page 7 han said. “[OCPD] is prepared to handle the events this year and plans to mitigate anything that does happen.”

The pop-up car rally, he said is a social media-generated event that grew well beyond its initial intent as a car show. In recent years, it has turned into a crowd of 18-40-yearolds, mainly, who drive up and down the streets, and oftentimes challenge each other. The challenges could include burnouts or spinning donuts in intersections, while being surrounded by people watching.

“That’s unacceptable,” Meehan said. “Everyone’s invited to come to Ocean City. Just obey the laws.”

He explained that the events create a safety issue, and someone could get hurt during the burnouts or other stunts.

Meehan reiterated that OCPD is ready to mitigate any problems the officers encounter, rather than challenge them. Additionally, other departments like the State Police and Worcester Sheriff’s Department will be available to help.

Upcoming Summer Despite challenges like the pop-up car rally, 5G towers, and wind farms, Meehan said he is looking forward to the upcoming summer.

He is especially happy to have events like Springfest, the Air Show live stream, White Marlin Classic, Sunfest, and Winterfest make their returns in Ocean City this year.

Even more so, though, the mayor is excited to be able to go outside and enjoy the Boardwalk again, after taking a year away from not going down there because of social distancing.

“The world around us has changed,” Meehan said. “It’s exciting to be able to see those things come back.”

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By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) The Princess Royale Resort and BLU Crabhouse & Raw Bar are the latest Ocean City businesses to receive approval for outdoor seating, adding to a trend that became popular last year amid covid restrictions.

Ocean City Planning and Zoning commissioners unanimously approved minor site plans Tuesday for both spots.

At BLU, which is a part of the Embers Restaurant complex on 23rd Street, a nearly 1,200-square-foot unenclosed deck is planned.

Kyler Taustin, the director of marketing for the Taustin Group, which owns the the complex, said seating at BLU is already almost 75 percent outdoors and the new deck will simply add to the aesthetic.

And while social distancing was not necessarily at top of mind when planning the addition, he said the extra outdoor space will help. He added that the covid protocols will determine the specific amount of seating the deck will add when it is finished by mid- to late May. “We’ve always had the opportunity to expand to our second floor outdoor space. It was always something we have had on our radar as an option,” Taustin said. “As part of our new vision for [the property], it was something we were already exploring for this season.”

Last month, demolition of Embers’ restaurant began, paving the way for a new dining establishment slated to open next year. The new spot will include a single bar on the first floor with seating primarily on the inside of the new building, with some seat-

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The Princess Royale Resort on 91st Street is adding a roughy 780-square-foot tiki bar to its existing oceanfront patio.

ing outside, as well as a courtyard area.

The owners decided to level the buffet restaurant and move in a different direction when covid hit because of the safety concerns that arise with a self-service establishment.

And while the renovations continue, BLU is operating as usual along with a miniature golf course that the Taustin Group also owns on the property.

Up further north on Coastal Highway at the Princess Royale, a roughly

780 square-foot tiki bar is planned for the existing oceanfront patio at the 91st Street hotel.

General Manager Kyle Johnson said the project was in the works before covid and will add a nice aesthetic.

“It’s a beautiful spot that overlooks the ocean,” he said after Tuesday’s meeting. “We are moving away from the lower grass area to the second floor, which has a much better view for a better experience for our guests.”

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The BLU Crabhouse & Raw Bar, part of the Embers Restaurant complex on 23rd Street, will soon add a 1,200-square-foot unenclosed deck to its second floor.

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Commission removes Bay Club sale barrier (April 9, 2021) One more impediment to the sale of the Bay Club and an adjacent property outside of Berlin to the Department of Natural Resources was removed by the Worcester County Commissioners Tuesday, further clearing the way for the plan to turn the combined 673 acres into woodlands.

Two minor hitches in the $4.2 million deal between the state and property owners the Carl M. Freeman Companies (Bay Club LLC and CMF Development) were a forest preservation easement and a stormwater

management agreement between the club’s previous property owner and the county.

While removing the forest preservation easement would be of no major consequence, given the reforestation plan, county Department of Environment Deputy Director David Bradford said in a memo to the commissioners that vacating the stormwater agreement would be a more complex exercise.

Entered into by the county and the club’s previous owner, Haley-Majewski Enterprises, at the time of the

club’s construction in 1997, stormwater management agreements typically remain in force for perpetuity, Bradford said. Freeman bought the parcels in 2000.

The state, however, must maintain its own environmental standards, thus obviating the need for local regulation.

With the release of these encumbrances by the county, the sale of the land on Libertytown Road can proceed, thus allowing Berliners to breathe easier after years of worrying that a major development of some type

would rise on the town’s perimeter.

In 2015, Freeman was contemplating building 300 luxury homes there, and town officials debated the annexation of the club property. That changed a year later, when Freeman embarked on an attempt to convert the club’s grounds into a camping and RV resort. Freeman abandoned that idea in 2017, and in 2019 closed the club because of falling revenues.

The plan envisioned by the DNR is to restore the woodlands and allow the property to be used for a variety of outdoor recreational pursuits.

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County to decide allocation Police reform deemed ‘big for $1M state parks funding deal’ in final days of session

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) Worcester County officials will spend part of their budget process in the coming weeks deciding what to do with $1 million in state funding for recreation and parks.

The money, an annual allocation from the state’s Program Open Space, was approved within the state budget this year and can be used for any project involving Tom Perlozzo planning, acquisition or development of recreation land or open space areas.

Del. Wayne Hartman (R-38C) said this week that he would like to see the money used for a future sports complex in Worcester County.

However, Tom Perlozzo, the county’s director of recreation and parks, said that project does not have any traction yet.

“That money, or a portion, could be used for a sports complex but the county commissioners still need to decide the direction,” Perlozzo said.

“Once they do that, there will be a lot of changes to Program Open Space.”

The subject also came up recently in Ocean City.

During a discussion on March 11 about the town’s 2022 capital improvement plan, some council members said they would have liked to include an indoor sports complex in the plan, but that it was left out because staff members were unsure of a partnership with the county. Council members are planning a work session soon to discuss.

Besides the sports complex, the state money can be used for any number of recreation and parks projects throughout the county.

Last year, for example, Perlozzo said officials used the money from the program to repair fencing, construct a fishing pier and build a multipurpose field in Newtown Park in Pocomoke City.

“Basically what happens is, the county will approve the funds to approve projects during the budget process, which is happening as we speak,” he said. “In the next couple of months, funding will be earmarked for those projects.”

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By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) As members of the Maryland General Assembly prepare to close out the 2021 session, local lawmakers are focused heavily on a set of bills aimed at law enforcement policies and procedures.

“Police reform will be a big deal between now and Monday,” Del. Wayne Hartman (R-38C) said this week.

The last day of the Wayne Hartman session, or Sine Die, is Monday. Lawmakers will spend the day voting on and debating bills still in the hopper, and all bills that do not make it through two final votes in both chambers by midnight will die.

Hartman expressed concern about proposed legislation such as House Bill 600, which states that the Attorney General’s office will investigate all incidents in which an officer’s use of force results in the death of a civilian through a task force.

Hartman does not support the bill and instead believes local jurisdictions should continue investigating those types of incidents if they occur.

He introduced an amendment, which delegates debated and ultimately rejected on the House floor Monday, to that effect.

“We’re talking about hiring people through the attorney general’s office, where right now, locally, we hire people who are accountable to the voters every four years,” he said during Monday’s debate “… A vote against this amendment is truly a vote against our state’s attorney and our sheriff.”

Hartman also expressed concerns about how long it could take an investigator to arrive on the Eastern Shore

from across the state following an incident.

Del. Luke Clippinger (D-46) said during Monday’s hearing that the point of the bill is simply to provide an independent investigation unit.

“In these cases, in these extreme cases, we need to make sure that there is some kind of an independent unit so the investigation is done well and so that the investigation is done with the quality that we need … to make sure that people … can have confidence that when these kinds of terrible incidents happen [that] it isn’t the police officers from that jurisdiction investing one of their own,” he explained. “There needs to be that separation and that’s what this bill would do.”

The bill went back to the House for final review after passing Monday without Hartman’s amendment.

Sen. Mary Beth Carozza (R-38) also voiced opposition this week to police reform legislation, such as a bill that addresses circumstances involving “no knock” search warrants.

She said in a news release that the Senate passed “a mostly bipartisan package” of a number of bills earlier this session that balanced public safety with police accountability but that the legislation in front of the Senate now contains elements that harm public safety. She has concerns about an expected negative impact on recruitment and retention of law enforcement officers.

“We already are seeing the retirement of police across the board, and this bill will drive more out of law enforcement, which directly reduces public safety in our community,” Carozza said in the release.

Senators debated the warrant bill Tuesday and ultimately passed it 32 to 15 with Carozza’s opposition.

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State balloon release ban set for passage this session

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) After some tweaks that slightly water down penalties, a bill that would prohibit the intentional release of balloons into the atmosphere should become law this fall.

Del. Wayne Hartman (R-38C) cosponsored the legislation, which in its current form would impose a $100 fine on anyone 13 years or older who knowingly releases more than 10 balloons.

It would also require anyone who releases up to 10 balloons to perform six hours of community service and/or watch an educational video on environmental damage caused by human pollution.

Hartman said this week that the original bill carried a stricter penalty of a $250 fine for the intentional release of any number of balloons. But after going through two Senate readings, the penalties changed.

“To me, it’s not about the penalties and everything,” Hartman said. “To me it’s about an awareness of the problem. I’m not particularly fond of the amendments but to me the whole thing is an educational issue.”

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The bill also specifies that the penalties do not apply to anyone who unintentionally releases a balloon; balloons released for scientific or meteorological purposes, or in accordance with state or federal contracts; or hot air balloons recovered after launch.

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A bill that would prohibit the intentional release of balloons into the atmosphere is set to become law this fall. Witnesses testifying in support of the legislation said birds, fish, turtles, Assateague ponies and seals have perished after eating or becoming entangled in the strings of balloons that humans have released.

eral Assembly shut down because of covid.

Lawmakers in both Worcester and Wicomico counties have introduced similar legislation but only the Wicomico bill has passed.

After this week’s vote on the final

amendments, lawmakers must reconcile the two versions of the bill, but Hartman said he does not anticipate any issue will arise and that it will pass before the end of the session Monday.

Upon passage, the law will go into effect Oct. 1.

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Program Coordinator Wayne Littleton has spent 20 years creating breathing space at the beach for families looking forward to respite from hospitalizations and treatments.

Littleton has a beautiful life perspective: focus on the positive and do your very best for others. Littleton is stretching every dollar this year to support families who have been more excited than ever to offer children a break from their restricted covid-19 environments.

While fundraising has been mostly put on hold during the pandemic, Believe in Tomorrow’s four flagship condos at Children’s House by the Sea on 66th Street, a military townhouse on 28th Street on the bay, and a townhouse in Fenwick Island have been this year’s focus for the nonprofit.

The most challenging moments of last summer were last-minute cancellations on respite home stays. Littleton said their locations would be booked for the weekend, but families would become nervous or have a covid-19 scare and withdraw reservations at the last minute.

For this reason, Believe In Tomorrow keeps an active wait-list to bring hopeful families to their homes as soon as they become available. He said reservations are now becoming more dependable.

“We have stayed busy because kids have been in school online, so we stayed full up until November. Right now we’re busy on the weekends,” Littleton said. “When it gets warmer, we will fill up for full weeks. This summer we’re completely booked.”

Over the difficult last year, funds raised were used to run day-to-day operations. Littleton was also able to stretch finances to improve respite locations by adding whimsy, improving technology and appliances, and renovating where needed.

“Everything we do in the homes, we tried to do a little bit better this year. Now that everyone has Netflix, we purchased new smart TVs,” he said. “Families can’t go out on normal activities, so everything we did around the Children’s House we did to make it better and more appealing.”

While most excursions from the Believe In Tomorrow homes have been restricted this year, Littleton praised a member of OC Swim Club who volunteered to take families out on boat rides, which offered a welcome social-distanced Wayne Littleton activity at the beach.

Believe In Tomorrow has chosen not to pursue its normal restaurant focused fundraising activities this year. With restaurants facing covid-19 closures and restricted dining capacity and hours, Littleton said it just isn’t the right time to ask restaurants to contribute financially.

Brittany Acita, owner of Pickles Pub, said that over a span of six and a half years, her family business has hosted meals and participated in cook-offs to benefit Believe In Tomorrow.

She and her husband, Justin, have also donated food to their favorite event, the annual Believe In Tomorrow Beach Bash, where hosted families gather to share local food, games and music.

“We host a wing cookoff at Pickles every year. Hopefully we can bring this back in the fall,” Acita said.

Courtney Blackford, sales and marketing manager at Residence Inn Ocean City, has brainstormed creative ways to raise funds in her bid to be crowned this year’s Prom Queen for Believe In Tomorrow’s Prom Night Event. She has held virtual and in-person fundraisers throughout the year.

“Every dollar raised counts as one vote toward my campaign. 2020 was a challenging year for all, to say the least, and my heart goes out to all the families of the Believe In Tomorrow children that had to endure hospitalizations, some not being able to accompany their children during treatments, due to covid-19 restrictions,” Blackford said.

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April 11 at 9 a.m., Blackford is hosting a Virtual 5K, where participants will dress up like superheroes and walk, run, or bike during the event.

Family pets are also invited to register for the event, which promises to offer many photo opportunities during the fundraiser.

Participants are asked to contribute $25 for adults, $15 for children under 12, and $5 for family pets, and prizes will be given for best superhero costumes and top fundraisers. All funds from sponsors and participants will benefit Believe In Tomorrow Children’s House by the Sea. Littleton is hopeful that Blackford’s Virtual 5K will jumpstart the summer season of fundraising. Looking forward to Wednesday, May 5, Believe In Tomorrow will hold a raffle drawing. Participants are asked to donate gift cards or cash for raffle tickets and an opportunity to receive a $100 gift card to Sunset Grille.

Wednesday, May 5 is also the drawing date for Believe In Tomorrow’s “Wheelbarrow of Cheer” fundraiser. The donation of a bottle of wine or liquor offers participants an opportunity to win a $100 gift card to Fager’s Island. The boozy collection will then be raffled off at the Spring Golf Classic on Friday, June 11.

Littleton said that even though many cannot contribute financially during the difficult year, he is always looking for volunteers.

“I just try to take only what volunteers like to offer. I feel like everyone has a niche, from doing repairs to help sanding the decks or gardening ...we do whatever it takes to get by, like everyone else,” he said. “One thing about our community is that they are extremely generous. So you know what? We got by, and I’m hoping this year will be even better.”

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Worcester schools get $1M in covid relief grant funds

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) A $1 million grant from the state of Maryland will help several schools in the southern part of Worcester County provide mobile access to academic, outreach and family-focused events.

The grant is part of a $10 million package that aims to help provide “support for those who have suffered most in the pandemic, and help address learning loss experienced during virtual learning,” according to a news release from Gov. Larry Hogan.

Worcester was one of 10 counties that received a $1 million grant.

Pocomoke High School Principal Jenifer Rayne said via email Wednesday that the money will serve schools in the Pocomoke and Snow Hill area for a program called Worcester on Wheels, Bringing the Classroom to our Community.

The program will create a mobile classroom and parent conferencing site through RVs stocked with tutoring and enrichment materials, WiFi, Apple TVs and more to provide extra learning time for students. The program will also serve as a catalyst for two-way communication and collaboration with

families and community partners.

“Finding unique and creative ways to provide educational experiences for students and their families are essential for higher poverty communities,” Rayne said of the program.

“Eliminating barriers such as transportation, and serving our community from within our neighborhoods can be a gamechanger.”

Pocomoke High is receiving half of the $1 million for its Worcester on Wheels unit and Snow Hill High and Middle schools will receive the other half to secure their respective units and accompanying materials.

“The two community school areas

have the same goals for community outreach, and additional educational and social emotional learning experiences for students,” Rayne said.

Vaccine eligibility increased Also this week, Gov. Larry Hogan announced on Monday a milestone reached in the number of vaccines administered — which at the time was 3 million — and as a result, fasttracked the eligibility phases.

As of Tuesday, all state residents 16 and older are able to receive vaccines at any mass vaccination site in the county, and beginning April 12, all Marylanders 16 and older can schedule appointments and get vac-

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State officials also opened a no-appointment line at the mass vaccination site in Salisbury Friday and Hogan said they will be adding those lines to all new mass vaccination sites.

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Hogan: All Marylanders 16 and up now vaccine eligible The sites slated for opening throughout the month are as follows: • Maryland State Fairgrounds (Baltimore County) • Greenbelt Metro Station (Prince George’s County) • Montgomery College, Germantown (Montgomery County) • Frederick Community College (Frederick County) • Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium (Anne Arundel County) • Ripken Stadium (Harford County) • The Mall in Columbia (Howard County) Berlin closes offices While Hogan applauded the state’s covid positivity rates coming in under states to the north, the numbers were

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Officials opted last Thursday to close buildings and meetings to the public after five consecutive days of positivity rates in the 5 percent range in the county and state.

Town Administrator Jeff Fleetwood said Monday that the closure will remain in effect until the numbers fall below 5 percent positivity for five consecutive days.

As of Wednesday, the statewide positivity rate was 5.71 percent and 6.8 percent in Worcester County, which was down from 5.8 percent in the state and 7.13 percent in the county Tuesday, according to data from the Maryland Department of Health.

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The state was averaging more than 60,800 shots per day and as of Wednesday, 44.1 percent of Marylanders 18 and older had been vaccinated, including 77.5 percent who are 65 and older.

• The hospital has received 9,230 doses of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines and community members in Phases 1A, 1B,1C, 2A and 2B have received 8,432 of those doses.

• The hospital also received a total of 300 Johnson & Johnson single-dose vaccines and a clinic is slated for Friday to administer them to residents in phase 2B. • The hospital has 351 staff members who have received the Pfizer vaccine and 343 who have received the Moderna, both first and second doses. Another 30 employees have received Johnson & Johnson single-dose vaccines.

• Staff have administered 296 vaccines at clinics since last week.

• The governor also announced last week that all senior centers across the state will be able to open safely by the end of the

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AGH staff members are continuing to hold vaccine clinics each week for residents 65 and older and meet with county health department officials to determine if and how that will occur in Worcester County.

Covid case numbers: • As of Thursday, Worcester’s covid-19 positivity rate was 6.38 percent, a decrease from 7.92 percent last week. The state’s rate as 5.56 percent.

• Also as of Thursday, Maryland reported 421,823 confirmed cases of covid-19.

• Worcester County has confirmed 64 new cases since last week, bringing the county’s total cases since March to 3,445.

• Ocean Pines and Berlin had 1,396 cases and Ocean City had 865 Thursday.

• As of Thursday, hospital personnel had cared for eight patients who have come off of a ventilator. *Information from Atlantic General Hospital; Gov. Larry Hogan’s office; the Maryland Department of Heath; Worcester County Health Department; and CDC*

APRIL 9, 2021

Amended proposal for AGH office building approved

By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) The Worcester County Planning Commission unanimously approved an amended proposal for an Atlantic General Hospital professional office building off of Route 589 on Thursday.

Originally, the complex was to be two stories tall and just under 100,000 square feet.

The amended plan calls for the complex to be one story and around Hugh Cropper 50,000 square feet.

“The new proposal is for the exact same footprint to within an inch, but it’s a one-story building now, which better

suits AGH’s needs,” said attorney Hugh Cropper, who represents developer SINA Companies, which will construct the building.

The building will be a comprehensive care center, Cropper said, and will house ancillary and accessory services for AGH patients.

“AGH needs more medical offices and this will give them an opportunity to consolidate a lot of services that are currently spread out throughout the community,” Cropper said. “It’ll be a better patient experience. The idea is to consolidate service into one building to enhance patient service.”

A timetable for when construction will begin and conclude was not immediately clear.

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By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) The Worcester County Commissioners discussed the following during the April 6 meeting:

grant, which will upgrade two 911 dispatch centers, the Maryland State Police barracks in Berlin and police departments in Berlin, Ocean City, Ocean Pines and Pocomoke City.

Water, sewer plan

Diakonia renovation

The commissioners unanimously approved an amendment to the Worcester County water and sewerage plan.

The amendment expands the Ocean Pines water and sewer service area so a personal development on a property located along Route 589, north of the Gum Point Road intersection, can be serviced by the Ocean Pines system, said Bob Mitchell, Director of Environmental Programs for Worcester county.

The proposed construction will not be subsidized with taxpayer money, Mitchell said.

The amendment included a proposal to expand the overall Ocean Pines service area, which could be deliberated at a future commissioners meeting.

Quotes for construction costs were unanimously approved to repair and replace railings, a deck ramp and stairs for the Diakonia Emergency Shelter in West Ocean City. Beach Construction Company will be paid $8,600, Eastern Shore Porch and Patio, Inc., will be paid $8,830, and East Coast Contracting will be paid $11,200.

Rental aid of $6.5 million The commissioners unanimously approved emergency rental assistance provided through the American Rescue Plan Act. The funding will be shared between Diakonia Inc. and the Worcester County Department of Social Services.

The grant is intended for renters who have not been able to pay their landlords during the pandemic.

Mosquito control An estimate for the annual budget for the Mosquito Control Section of the state Department of Agriculture, which was funded in 2020 by the county for $83,940, will be the same for 2021.

Emergency services The commissioners unanimously approved a $3.1 million 911 Board project

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This lease gives the club $50,000 for use and short-term maintenance of the fields located next to the Northern Worcester Athletic Complex.

The lease agreement is based off the agreement for previous leases on the fields, but Commissioner Josh Nordstrom asked why the financial terms had risen from when the commissioners originally discussed it a month ago.

“We took out some provisions regarding maintenance because of the shortterm nature (of the lease),” said County Attorney Roscoe Leslie. “We didn’t want to have some of the longer maintenance issues that are geared toward a longer lease agreement. Other than that it’s essentially the same.”

While Nordstrom expressed concern over the high cost, he stressed that he ultimately supports keeping the Berlin Lions Club where it is.

Roscoe said that the short-term nature of the lease is based off the uncertainty caused by the covid-19 pandemic and that the higher price affords the Berlin Lions Club what they need to maintain the fields in the short-term.

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County Planning Commission allows rezoning of two farms

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Cropper pointed out to the commission that the agricultural zoning will enable the farm to construct agricultural buildings, workshops for its tractors, among other benefits.

“The (agricultural) zoning allows all the things you need to do to have a sustainable farm,” Cropper said.

In his testimony for Cellar House Farm, Cropper pointed out that the farmhouse is the oldest house along the Pocomoke River, but still functions as a working farm that needs the agricultural zoning to protect its continued existence.

Also during the meeting, the commission denied a proposal that would allow recreational vehicles at Bali Hi campground in Bishopville to have lofts.

Diana Nalls, of Harford County, proposed that lofts on RV’s are necessary because RV’s typically don’t have sufficient storage space.

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By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (April 9, 2021) The Worcester County Planning Commission last Thursday, unanimously approved a proposal to rezone two farms – Cellar House Farm, located northeast of Pocomoke City and a 192-acre farm on Nassawango Road, northwest of Snow Hill – from historic to agricultural.

Hugh Cropper, who represented both farms, said in his testimony to the commission that the rezoning will enable the property owners to obtain permits for constructing agricultural buildings on their properties if they choose to do so.

In his testimony, Daniel Strickland Hope, owner of the farm on Nassawango Road, said that while the farm has been in his family for nearly 100 years, it has consistently been a working farm.

“My grandfather Frank West raised hogs, corn and was a potato farmer when I was a teenager. More recently it’s been in the soybean-corn rotation,” Hope said.

Cropper stressed to the commission that Hope and his wife are “good stewards of the environment.”

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(April 9, 2021) Ocean Pines Association finances remained relatively steady through February, coming in not quite $17,000 less than breakeven for the month, as revenues missed the budget a little more than the savings realized by the continuing dip in expenses.

In their report to the Budget and Finance Committee last Wednesday, General Manager John Viola and Finance Director Steve Phillips listed revenues as off budget by $105,427 and savings on the expense side of $88,701, for a bottom line operating fund loss of $16,726.

Despite that retreat, the year-todate numbers continue to look good, largely because of last year’s PPP loan and savings on the expense side of the ledger. At the same time, revenues for the year so far have exceeded expectations by roughly $124,500, giving the books a positive

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balance of $1.1 million.

The greatest savings for the month at $68,800 was in wages and benefits, according to the administration’s financial summary. Total payroll and benefits for February were $462,349 versus the $531,194 budgeted in that category.

For the year so far, the association has spent $772,338 less than budgeted for personnel expenses at $5.7 million against the $6.5 million budgeted amount.

Overall, the association’s assets to date are nearly identical to last year’s figures, with operating cash on hand at $1 million, or about $100,000 less than this time last year.

Investment totals now are slightly better than they were last February, with almost $8.9 million tucked away in short-term instruments and money market accounts. Last year, the investment total was $8.6 million.

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White Marlin off-site viewing fest scheduled (April 9, 2021) The White Marlin Open, held annually in Ocean City, announced this week it will host Marlin Fest, a free outdoor viewing experience at the Third Street Bayside Ballpark that will coincide with the 48th annual fishing tournament.

The event, presented by HUK, will be held Aug. 2-6 and will feature a festival-like atmosphere as well as unobstructed views of the livestream of the tournament weigh-ins via large LED screens.

“We’re excited to announce that we are expanding our satellite location this year and hosting our first Marlin Fest. This event will be held in addition to our traditional White Marlin Open tournament and Harbour Island weigh-in event,” said Madelyne Rowan, tournament director. “We can assure the thousands

who attend the White Marlin Open that they will continue to experience the first-class event that they have become accustomed to—whether it’s at Harbor Island or Marlin Fest at the Bayside Ballpark.”

Held from 3-9 p.m. each day, the event invites amilies to bring lawn chairs and blankets to spread out and listen to live music and watch anglers as they bring in their daily catches to nearby Harbour Island.

Vendors will be onsite selling a variety of items, including official Marlin Fest merchandise and White Marlin Open gear, as well as food and alcohol.

“Our Marlin Fest viewing event will have a festival-like atmosphere with live entertainment and live streaming of the weigh-ins on a massive screen with the beautiful As-

sawoman Bay as the backdrop,” said Sasha Motsko, tournament director.

Marlin Fest is a free event, no ticket or registration is needed. Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available — for more information contact kelly@whitemarlinopen.com.

To register to participate in the White Marlin Open tournament, visit https://whitemarlinopen.com/.

The White Marlin Open is a 48year-old offshore fishing tournament held annually in Ocean City.

The tournament awards prize money for catches of white marlin, blue marlin, tuna, wahoo, dolphin, and shark. Long known as “World’s Largest Billfishing Tournament,” the White Marlin Open (WMO) has awarded over $80 million since 1974 to the winners among more than 105,000 anglers aboard over 14,000

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OP Chamber set to host Open Air Expo event May 1 (April 9, 2021) Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce will host its second annual Open Air Community Expo on Saturday, May 1, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m., socially distancing at White Horse Park.

Rain date is Saturday, May 8.

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Snow Hill holds election in May (April 9, 2021) The Town of Snow Hill will hold its general election inperson on Tuesday, May 4.

Up for election this year are the offices of mayor, Central District council seat and Western District council set.

Dr. Jennifer Jewell ran unopposed and is slated to become the next mayor of Snow Hill and will be sworn in June.

Also running unopposed was incumbent Council member Regina Blake, whose term will be renewed for two years in June.

The Central District Council seat, held for the last two years by incumbent Melisa Weidner, is challenged by new candidate, Jon Myers. This is the only office that will be on the ballot in the election this year.

However, also on the ballot will be a referendum vote for salary raises for mayor and town council.

Originally passed and adopted by the mayor and council in 2019, the vote was left off the ballot in error. The current mayor and council are finishing old business of a previous administration and will include this on the ballot for 2021 voters.

New this year is the polling place: the Old Fire Hall on Green Street, Snow Hill.

Those who wish to vote by absentee ballot can call Town Hall or email Margot Resto at mresto@snowhillmd.com to request an absentee ballot application. The deadline to apply for an absentee ballot application is Friday, April 23.

For more information, call Resto at Town Hall at 410-632-2080.

OP town hall set for rental regs (April 9, 2021) The Ocean Pines Board has scheduled a town hall on proposed short-term rental regulations, on April 17 at 9 a.m., upstairs at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club.

Live capacity will be limited to 100 people because of covid-19 restrictions. Residents will be given priority to speak, and nonresidents will not be allowed to make statements.

The town hall will also be live streamed, using Microsoft Teams. To join the meeting, use the invite link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meet up-join/19%3ameeting_MjFkNzUwOTQtYThmNS00NWUxLWI5OGU tMzRmOWQyNTA2NDk1%40thread .v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a %22625a6322-2b2f-40fa-94f8d7dd44d78153%22%2c%22Oid%22 %3a%221bbee60b-d4e0-49eb-b4c6d257cae7f063%22%7d.

To view the proposed regulations, visit https://www.oceanpines.org/documents/10184/59398/ARC+GUIDELINES+FOR+SHORT+TERM+RENT ALS-Final+proofed+copy.pdf.

Director of Public Relations and Marketing Josh Davis at 443-3661844 or jdavis@oceanpines.org.

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Taylor Bank announces regional promotions (April 9, 2021) Taylor Bank recently announced several promotions.

Sandy Duncan was promoted to vice president.

Duncan began her career with Taylor Bank as bookkeeper.

Today, she oversees the Deposit Operations Department as deposit operations manager and serves Sandy Duncan as deposit administrator for the bank’s Core system. She has been employed by the bank for over 40 years.

Kathy Allam was promoted to vice president.

Allam joined Taylor Bank in 2008. She began in branch operations, later completed the management trainee program, and then was promoted to manage the IT and Kathy Allam Electronic Services Departments.

In 2019, she was promoted to director of IT and Security. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems Management from Salisbury University.

Carl Vandivier was promoted to assistant vice president.

Vandivier joined Taylor Bank in

1999. During his career with the Bank, he has served in various support roles in the back office.

In 2008, he was promoted to information systems administrator.

Vandivier earned a Carl Vandivier Bachelor of Science degree in Business, with a concentration in IT, from Salisbury University.

Margaret Mudron was promoted to branch administration assistant.

Mudron began her employment with Taylor Bank as a summer teller at the East Berlin location.

During her career she has served in various branch leaderM. Mudron ship roles, including the opening of the Bank’s Ocean View, Delaware, office in 1998, and most recently as assistant vice president, branch manager of the North Ocean City/Fenwick branch.

After over 40 years of experience, Mudron is transitioning to the operations side of the bank. In her new role, she will be responsible for branch reporting and statistics.

Mudron is an active volunteer in

the local community and serves as treasurer of the Berlin-Ocean City Rotary Club.

Debbie Rickards was promoted to manager of the North Ocean City/Fenwick Branch.

Rickards joined Taylor Bank in February of 2018 as a customer service associate.

In September of 2018, she was promoted to operations supervisor Debbie Rickards of the Mid-Ocean City Branch.

Rickards has over 30 years of community bank experience. She is a graduate from Delaware Technical Community College where she studied Business Administration and Banking.

An active member of the local community, she serves the Ladies Auxiliary in Selbyville, Delaware.

Holly Hogan was promoted to business services officer.

Hogan joined Taylor Bank in 2019 as senior electronic services representative.

This year, under her leadership, the Bank has successfully launched its new, imHolly Hogan proved credit card processing program with BASYS Processing. Hogan has

20 years of industry experience, specializing in business solutions and relationships.

Tori Grundman was promoted to marketing director.

Grundman joined Taylor Bank in 2012 as a customer service associate. In 2016, she was promoted to electronic services representative.

In 2017, she was proTori Grundman moted to marketing manager.

Grundman earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business from Southern New Hampshire University. She holds the Certified Financial Marketing Professional (CFMP) designation with the American Bankers Association.

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‘New vibe’ for 2nd Fridays in FOOD FOR THOUGHT Berlin, more music featured Shrimp and crab egg rolls with sweet and spicy sauce

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 9, 2021) Berlin’s first 2nd Friday celebration of the year kicks off at 5 p.m. today, with a new vibe for 2021.

“It used to be called ‘2nd Friday Art Stroll,’ with artists featured in the shops. This year we’ve added more live music,” said Ivy Wells, Economic & Community Development director for the Town of Berlin. “We wanted to create a new atmosphere for 2nd Fridays in Berlin, focusing on live performances, juried artists and more things for kids.”

Last month, the Berlin Arts and Entertainment District Commission put out a survey, and more than 50 percent who responded said they wanted more live music and activities for children.

During 2nd Fridays in Berlin, there will be live music on the streets as well as inside a few businesses.

In addition, Seaside Dance Academy members will perform at 6 p.m. on Commerce Street this Friday.

About a dozen artists will be set up on Jefferson Street and in several of the shops. The artists on Jefferson Street submitted their work to be juried and were selected to participate in the event.

The Berlin Welcome Center will offer a grab-and-go paper plate flower art

project for children.

The new Berlin Mermaid Museum will be open during 2nd Friday as well.

“It’s a legit mermaid museum with artifacts from all over the world,” Wells said.

At Beach Memories, owner Michele Krempa will demonstrate how she makes glass beads for jewelry from 6-7 p.m.

Many of the businesses will stay open late for the event, held from 5-8 p.m. For more information and to view the music lineup, visit 2nd Fridays in Berlin event page on Facebook.

Visitors are encouraged to practice social distancing and to wear a mask.

“It will be a beautiful Friday night in the town of Berlin,” Wells said. “Enjoy the fresh air, live music, artists and get something to eat. Lots of restaurants have to-go options.”

Wells said tables and chairs will be set up throughout town for people to sit down and eat if they choose to grab a snack from one of the restaurants.

Jefferson Street will be closed to traffic from 4-9 p.m. Commerce Street will be closed to traffic from 6-9 p.m.

Artists interested in participating in upcoming 2nd Fridays in Berlin should email a description of their work along with some photos to iwells@berlinmd.gov.

By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (April 9, 2021) Sometimes an unfortunate situation can have a happy ending.

Just recently, mother came to spend the weekend with me.

We decided to patronize a popular eating establishment for “happy hour” and order a few appetizers.

One appetizer in particular sparked our interest; which amounted to a seafood egg roll.

Disappointment filled the air.

While the exterior was crispy and the sauce had an interesting taste, the filling was mushy, bland and no distinct seafood was apparent.

At that point, I decided to experiment and come up with my own recipe for this popular appetizer that graces menus across the Eastern Shore.

Sometimes the art of deconstruction gives one a better understanding of a particular dish.

The perfect egg roll consists of three main components: a crispy ex-

terior, a fresh filling and a delectable dipping sauce. If one of these elements is not spot on, dissatisfaction comes to the forefront.

The filling of an egg roll is a matter of personal preference. Cabbage, Napa cabbage, or bok choy are the standard fillers.

Scallions, carrots, water chestnuts, celery, Chinese celery and bean sprouts are other additions for a tasty egg roll.

You want to stay away from vegetables that are difficult to shred such as broccoli, cauliflower, string beans, etc.

Frozen vegetables are also not advised, for the simple fact that they become soggy when thawed.

Whatever protein you decide to use, cut it so it is the star of the dish.

If one is making a shrimp roll, it is imperative that your guests can taste and see the shrimp.

Biting into a crisp, shrimp egg roll with no hunks of shrimp is anticlimax at best.

Once you have your filling completed, using paper towels, squeeze out any excess liquid. The filling must be dry or it will make the actual egg See MAKE Page 24

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Make sure ingredients dry before stuffing into wrapper Continued from Page 22 roll soggy.

When folding the egg roll, it is imperative to make sure it is completely enclosed. Otherwise, oil will seep into the egg roll and it will become an oily mess.

When it comes time to frying the egg rolls, make sure the oil is hot. Do not overcrowd the pan, or the temperature of your oil will drop causing the rolls to become soggy.

Once they are cooked, place them on a cooling rack. Do not place them on a plate lined with paper towels.

Crisp egg rolls resting on soggy paper towels will ruin your efforts for a crunchy exterior.

There are many options when it comes to the dipping sauce. A sweet and spicy sauce pairs very well with the savory rolls.

Duck sauce combined with orange marmalade, red pepper jelly, crushed red pepper seeds, and lime zest are delicious additives and result in a quick, tasty dipping sauce.

Outdoor entertaining will soon be in full swing. As you get the grills fired up, shrimp and crab egg rolls accompanied with a sweet and spicy dipping sauce is an innovative appetizer that will send your guests home in awe. Enjoy!

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½ cup duck sauce ¼ cup orange marmalade 1/3 cup red pepper jelly 1/8 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 splash rice vinegar 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger ½ teaspoon lime zest ½ teaspoon dried crushed red pepper seeds a pinch of kosher salt 1. Combine the ingredients thoroughly and place in the intended serving container. Set aside until ready to use.

Shrimp and Crab Egg Rolls 2 cups shredded Napa cabbage 2 cups bean sprouts 2 green onions (white and green parts) finely sliced 1 ½ teaspoons chopped garlic in a jar, drained ¼ cup matchstick slices of bamboo shoots ¼ cup matchstick slices of carrots 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro, and extra for a garnish 12 (16 to 20) count frozen shrimp, coarsely chopped 1 cup claw meat 8 to 10 egg roll wrappers 1 egg white, lightly beaten canola oil for sautéing and frying 1. Place a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add 2 table-

spoons oil and swirl to coat the pan.

Add cabbage, bean sprouts, onions, garlic, bamboo shoots, carrots, cilantro, shrimp and crab meat.

Cook until shrimp turns an opaque color. Remove filling and place on a sheet pan to cool.

2. Once the filling has cooled, using paper towels, squeeze out any excess liquid.

3. Place an egg roll wrapper on the countertop in front of you, with the corner at the top position and a corner closest to you. Brush egg whites along the sides of the egg roll.

4. Place approximately 3 tablespoons of egg roll filling toward the top of the wrapper. Fold the top of the wonton wrapper over the filling.

Using your left hand, push back to tighten the wrapper and filling. Roll

the egg roll slightly toward you. Tuck each end in, and continue rolling the wrapper toward you until you have an egg roll shape.

5. Wash the large sauté pan and completely dry. Fill enough oil to cover at least half of the egg roll.

6. Fry until the bottom side has achieved a golden-brown color. Very carefully, turn the egg roll over and cook again until a golden-brown color is achieved on the other side.

7. Place egg rolls on a cooling rack for 2 minutes.

8. Serve immediately with spicy duck dipping sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro.

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Maryland SmartBuy 3.0 program discussed

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (April 9, 2021) The state offers a unique program called Maryland SmartBuy, which can help buyers with student debt attain homeownership.

This program can also significantly increase a buyer’s purchasing power.

The program works by paying off student debt during the purchase of the home through special Maryland Mortgage Program (MMP) financing.

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eration, and is called Maryland SmartBuy 3.0. It gives homebuyers an opportunity to purchase any home in the state that meets Maryland Mortgage Program guidelines while paying off student debt.

To qualify for the Maryland SmartBuy 3.0 program, homebuyers must have an existing student debt with a minimum balance of $1,000.

Maryland SmartBuy 3.0 financing

provides up to 15 percent of the home purchase price for the borrower to pay off their outstanding student debt with a maximum payoff amount of $30,000.

The full student debt for at least one of the borrowers must be paid off at the time of the home purchase, and homebuyers must meet all eligibility requirements for the Maryland Mortgage program.

The payoff of the student loan debt comes in the form of a loan that is fully forgiveable in five years (re-

duced by 20 percent each year until year five when it’s fully forgiven).

Financing for the Maryland SmartBuy program is available only through approved Maryland SmartBuy lenders. These lenders can help you confirm your eligibility and ensure you meet all applicable requirements.

A list of the approved lenders is available at www.mmp.maryland.gov.

Lauren Bunting is an Associate Broker with Atlantic Shores Sotheby’s International Realty in Ocean City.

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Call 410-723-6397 Classifieds appear in Ocean City Today & Bayside Gazette each week and online at oceancitytoday.com & baysideoc.com

HELP WANTED

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NOW HIRING Year-round Positions: • PM Line Cook Inquire within at 32 Palm at Hilton Suites 3200 Baltimore Ave Ocean City, MD

Hiring ALL Positions!!

Full time & Part time To apply go to: www.mygcjob.com

Work At The BEACH...

Work With The BEST!!

Top wages and excellent benefits package available to successful candidates.

Employment Opportunities: Year Round Positions: Room Attendant, Laundry, Lobby Attendant, Overnight Cleaner, Housekeeping Supervisor, Front Desk Supervisor, Front Desk Agent, Night Audit, Reservations, Painter, F&B Manager, Maintenance, Executive Secretary Seasonal: Server, Bartender, Hostess/Host, Busser, Food Runners, Pool Attendant, Warehouse Clerk, Grill Cooks, Beach Stand, Security

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

HELP WANTED

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The Spinnaker Now hiring Full-time, Seasonal Dayshift Housekeeping Department Apply in person 1800 Baltimore Ave. Mon-Friday, 11am-4pm Purchasing & Receiving Clerk Receiving, stocking, requisitions, inputting, inventory. Must be able to lift & move products.

AM Position

Hilton Suites Pool Bar Manager Hilton Suites – Manana Pool Bar Restaurant management experience preferred Forward Confidential Resume to: romeara@harrisongp.com

Forward Confidential Resume to: mayers@harrisongp.com Assistant PM Manager Hilton Suites – 32 Palm Restaurant Year Round w/Benefits (401K, Bonus, Vacation) Restaurant experience preferred w/Micros knowledge Forward Confidential Resume to: mayers@harrisongp.com Classifieds 410-723-6397

Hiring Cooks ($15), Evening Phone Answerer, Audio/Video Techs, Office Receptionists, Boutique Associates, Distillery Tour Guides, Expeditors, Servers, Cashiers, Food Runners, Hosts, Housekeeping, Bartenders, Barbacks, Prep Kitchen, Maintenance Staff & Head Distiller.

Apply in person or online at seacrets.com

by Monday 5 p.m.

HELP WANTED

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Experienced Cleaners needed for Part-time work in Ocean City. Must have vehicle and cell phone and pass background check.

Please call 410-202-2887.

PAPA JOHN’S Now hiring ALL POSITIONS for the Ocean City area.

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Join us for an onsite Job Fair Saturday April 10th & Saturday April 24th 9 A.M. - 2 P.M. CASTAWAYS RV RESORT 12550 Eagles Nest Road, Berlin, MD 21811

Hiring for Seasonal Summer Positions: • Café Baristas • Hospitality Hosts • Snack Bar & Store Clerks • Guest Services • Groundskeeping • Pool Attendants • Housekeeping • Snack Bar Supervisor • Store Supervisor

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HELP WANTED

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Montego Bay Market now hiring evening Cashiers and Deli Personnel.

Please apply in person 11am to 4pm at 12903 Coastal Hwy in the Montego Bay Shopping center.

Mobile Home Community Park seeking FT Maintenance Person. Health Benefits offered after 90 days. Must have valid driver license and pass background check. 302519-0872

CHURCH MUSICIAN: Instrumental and vocal. Holy Trinity Anglican Cathedral, 11021 Worcester Highway, Berlin, Maryland.

Call 410-641-4882 or email secretary@htcanglican.org.

Jiffy Lube White Marlin Mall: All Daytime Hours, Full-time, Many Benefits.

Stop in or send resume to oceanlube@hughes.net.

Now hiring full-time positions for Front Desk, Maintenance, Housekeeping & Housemen.

Apply within Comfort Suites, 12718 Ocean Gateway (Rte. 50) Ocean City, MD (WOC). 410-213-7171.

Now Hiring • DELIVERY DRIVERS Make up to $20/hr.

Call 410-856-5652 or apply in person at downtown location 710 N. Philadelphia Ave.

Absolute Investigative Services Security & Fingerprinting now hiring SECURITY GUARDS for summer and year-round positions. Various hours.

Must pass background check and have valid driver’s license/reliable transportation. Call our Berlin office M, W, or F, 9am-5pm to set up an interview.

410-973-2482

Bali Hi RV Park, Bishopville MD. Maintenance Man/ Groundskeeper. Grass cutting. Experience in plumbing and electric required. 40/hours per week. $15/per hour.

Call 410-352-3140.

Amazing Opportunity!!

Our EXCITING NEW CANDY STORE is looking for fun, energetic, year round or seasonal Retail Sales Associates. Also hiring for an Assistant Manager.

APPLY by email to james@sunsationsusa.com.

Located at Sugar Kingdom, 4521 Coastal Highway, Ocean City.

Starbucks Stores 123rd & Coastal Highway/ West Ocean City are now hiring 13.25/hour + tips, healthcare, paid sick/vacation time, free college, free coffee, free Spotify/ Headspace & more!

Apply today at www.starbucks.com/careers

OC Massage seeking PT/FT YR Massage Therapist.

Experienced preferred but willing to train.

Team-work environment.

50/50 commission split.

Send resume to massageoceancity@gmail.com or call/text 410-629-9900 for interview.

Work on the Beach in Ocean City, MD Renting Umbrellas and Chairs to Beachgoers • Work Available Through Oct. 1st • Meet New People • Earn Valuable Sales & Customer Apply Online at Service Skills EightyFiveAndSunny.com • Competitive Wages or • Hourly + Commission + Tips Call 410-251-3359

LANKFORD HOTEL - Now Hiring! ~ Front Desk Clerks ~ Housekeeping ~ Housemen

NOW HIRING DRIVER, BARTENDER, COOK & COUNTER HELP Call 410-726-7061 for Interview

RETAIL SALES PERSON needed for fast growing, established outdoor furniture company. Exceptional Opportunity to Earn and Learn!

Must be Professional, Detail-oriented, and Courteous.

Occasional deliveries and assembling.

5 days/week, 9 months/year. Hourly pay plus commissions.

Resume and References required. info@WindsorTeakFurniture.com or drop off M-F, 4-5pm 1300 Coastal Hwy., Ocean Bay Plaza, Fenwick Island

Administrative Assistant Full Time - $14 - $15 per hour Franchise Management Services, one of the fastest growing restaurant organizations in the Delmarva region, has an immediate opening Administrative Assistant.

Job Description Responsible for providing administrative, clerical and accounting support to management.

Jobs Tasks and Responsibilities • Filing, Mail, Correspondence and Data Entry • Research, track, and resolve accounting problems • Compile and sort invoices and checks • Manage internal Billing of departments • Work actively with Emails, Word, Excel and Quickbooks • Correspond with customers • Issue checks for account payable • Support accounting personnel • Input, invoices, checks, account statements, reports and other records • Provide front desk customer service • Match invoices to work orders • Utilize computer systems to run databases, pay bills and order supplies • Order Parts and Supplies as needed Education and Experience: • High School Diploma or Equivalent • Previous office experience preferred but this can also be entry level position • Competent computer skills including MS Office, internet skills including use of e-mails, group messaging and data collection, Numeracy and literacy skills Required Key Competencies Organization and planning skills, Work management and prioritizing skills, Verbal and written communication skills, Problem solving ability, Attention to detail, Accuracy, Flexibility, Reliability, Teamwork Apply now or in person at 9919 Golf Course Road, Ocean City, MD, 21842 Serious inquiries only, must live within a 30 minute radius of West Ocean City, MD.

Looking to work for a family run business where people care?

We are looking for motivated individuals with a good attitude and a professional appearance. Weekends are required.

Competitive wages. Experience is a plus, but not necessary.

Must have knowledge of computers and be motivated to work.

Please call Mary at 410-289-4041 or email resumes to: oclankfordhotel@outlook.com

Ocean Resorts Golf Club is now accepting applications for Part Time Seasonal Clubhouse and Grounds Maintenance positions. Flexible hours. Golfing privileges included.

Applicants must apply in person at

Ocean Resorts Golf Club,10655 Cathell Rd., Berlin, MD. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted

PGN Crabhouse 29th Street & Coastal Hwy. Now Hiring for • Waitstaff • Kitchen Help Apply within after 11:00 am AUTOMOTIVE GREAT OPPORTUNITIES!!

Large automotive center with auto parts/marine stores, service centers and used car dealership, is now hiring for: -Service & Parts Advisors -Exp. Tow Truck Drivers -Technicians -Maryland State Inspector Exc. Pay & Benefits Call: 302-344-9846

HIRING ALL POSITIONS!!

Full time & Part time Stop by our location on 52nd street! or call 443-664-2825

Summer Office Help Needed. Busy vacation rental company seeking a clerical worker April thru Sept. Must be professional, dependable, and have good customer service skills.

Weekends are required Please email resume to robbieh@centraloc.com.

Bali Hi RV Park RV Park Manager. Full Time, 40 hrs/wk. $15 hr.

Call 410-352-3140.

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Production Crew for our WOC kitchen facility Up to $17.50/hr.

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www. baysideoc. com

Sunset Island Ocean City, MD A beautiful bayside location in Ocean City with a friendly team environment.

Now Hiring - Clubhouse / Pool Attendants Part-time, seasonal position. Excellent people skills a must and you must be able to work mornings, nights, and weekends, 8 hour shifts.

Please send resume, fax 410-520-0398 linda.horensavitz@casinc.biz

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Part-time position in law office. Proficient computer skills, Word Perfect, Dictaphone, telephone and light bookkeeping required. Familiarity with E-filing a plus, but will train.

Please respond by sending resume to P.O. Box 56, Ocean City, MD 21843

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RENTALS

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Seeking Year-Round & Seasonal Rentals!

Call Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555

WEEKLY RENTALS AVAILABLE NOW Pool Front Room ...$215/wk Efficiency..............$245/wk Family Room ........$265/wk 2BR Apartment.....$350/wk Burgundy Inn 1210 Philadelphia Ave. 410-289-8581

Yearly & Seasonal Rentals We Welcome Pets 7700 Coastal Hwy 410-524-7700 www.holidayoc.com

RAMBLER MOTEL 9942 Elm Street, WOC Sleeps 4, $250 per week Manager onsite 410-213-1764

REAL REAL ESTATE ESTATE 2BR 14 x 45 MOBILE HOME FOR SALE. $299,000. Ground, two boat slips and pier included in price. 24th Street on the Canal, OCMD. 410-477-6073

COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL 1 Office/Retail Space & 1 Warehouse Unit available in West Ocean City.

Call 443-497-4200

ESTATE SALE: 9-3, Saturday, 4/17 & Sunday, 4/18. 75 Wood Duck, Ocean Pines.

Entire contents of home: furnishings (Thomasville, American Drew, Hitchcock), paintings, decoys, lamps, antique brass pieces, china (Lenox, Royal Worcester, Schwarzburg, Adams), Depression glass, Christmas items, white wicker, knitting/ sewing/crafts, and outdoor furniture. Many unique items! Local delivery option.

COMMERCIAL SPACE for RENT 416 West Street, Berlin, MD • 2,933 SF/ Possible to Sub-Divide/ Available April 1, 2021 • Ideal for Contractor Shop/ Lt. Manufacturing/ Storage • Includes 3 Overhead Doors/ 25’ Ceiling Height/ Off-Street Parking • Electric, Water & Sewer/ Forklift Use Included in Lease Call of Text Pat (410) 251-2892

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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Alba Law Group, P.A. 11350 McCormick Road Executive Plaza I, Suite 302 Hunt Valley, MD 21031 (443) 541-8600

SUBSTITUTED TRUSTEES’ SALE

OF REAL PROPERTY KNOWN AS NO. 348 WINTER QUARTERS DRIVE POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 CASE NUMBER C-23-CV-20-000013 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a Deed of Trust from Bernadette C. Jones, recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County in Liber 7368, folio 364, and Declaration of Substitution of Trustees recorded among the aforementioned Land Records substituting Mark S. Devan, Thomas P. Dore, Brian McNair, and Angela Nasuta as Substituted Trustees, the Substituted Trustees will offer for sale at public auction, at the Courthouse Door, 1 West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, 21863 on Monday, April 19, 2021 at 11:00 AM: All that lot of ground and the improvements thereon situate in Worcester County, State of Maryland, as described in the Deed of Trust recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, in Liber 7368, folio 364, also being further described in a Deed recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County in Liber 7368, folio 356.

The improvements thereon consist of a dwelling.

The property will be sold in “AS IS” condition, subject to any existing building violations, restrictions and agreements of record. The purchaser assumes all risks of loss for the property as of the date of sale. Neither the Substituted Trustees nor their respective agents, successors or assigns make any representations or warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the property.

The Substituted Trustees shall convey insurable title.

TERMS OF THE SALE: A deposit in a form acceptable to the Substituted Trustee in the amount of $20,000.00 will be required of the purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note or its assigns, at the time and place of sale. Any amount tendered at sale in excess of the required deposit will be refunded and not applied to the purchase price.

Unless the purchaser is the Holder of the Note or its assigns, the balance of the purchase price shall be paid immediately with available funds

within ten (10) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. Time is of the essence. The purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note or its assigns, shall pay interest at the rate of 4.75000% per annum on the unpaid portion of the purchase price from the date of sale to date of settlement. Real property taxes and assessments shall be adjusted to the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Ground rent, water and/or sewer charges public or private, if any, shall be adjusted to the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Cost of all documentary stamps and transfer taxes shall be paid by the purchaser.

Purchaser shall have the responsibility of obtaining possession of the property.

In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no abatement of interest. If the purchaser defaults, the entire deposit is forfeited. The Substituted Trustees shall resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of both sales, attorney fees, all other charges due, and incidental and consequential damages. Defaulting purchaser also agrees to pay the Substituted Trustees’ attorney a fee of $350.00 in connection with the filing of a motion to resell.

In the event the Substituted Trustees do not convey title for any reason, purchaser’s sole remedy is return of the deposit. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

The Substituted Trustees shall have the right to terminate this contract in the event the Holder or its Servicer has entered into any agreement with, or accepted funds from, the mortgagor. Upon termination of the contract, Purchaser’s sole remedy shall be return of the deposit.

Mark S. Devan, Thomas P. Dore, Brian McNair, and Angela Nasuta, Substituted Trustees Tidewater Auctions, LLC (410) 825-2900 www.tidewaterauctions.com Ad#74665 OCD-4/1/3t _________________________________

Call: 410-723-6397 Fax: 410-723-6511 or E-mail: legals@oceancitytoday.net

C-721, Purchasing and contracts, updating the Charter so said section is consistent with the Town Purchasing Policy and Procedure Manual adopted by the Mayor and City Council on July 12, 2016.

An exact copy of Resolution 202103 is posted at City Hall, available in the March 15, 2021, agenda packet online at oceancitymd.gov and can be obtained by contacting the City Clerk’s office at 410-289-8824.

OCD-3/18/4t _________________________________

TOWN OF OCEAN CITY CHARTER AMENDMENT

RESOLUTION 2021-04 TOWN OF OCEAN CITY CHARTER AMENDMENT

RESOLUTION 2021-02 RE: Municipal Election Notice is hereby given by the Mayor and City Council of Ocean City, that a proposed Charter amendment was introduced at their meeting of September 15, 2020. A public hearing and presentation of the Charter Resolution occurred on March 15, 2021.

Charter Amendment Resolution 2021-02 was adopted by the Mayor and City Council amending Section C-601, Conduct of elections generally, changing the municipal poll closing time from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to coincide with the general election poll closing time.

An exact copy of Resolution 202102 is posted at City Hall, available in the March 15, 2021, agenda packet online at oceancitymd.gov and can be obtained by contacting the City Clerk’s office at 410-289-8824.

OCD-3/18/4t _________________________________

RE: Officers and Employees Notice is hereby given by the Mayor and City Council of Ocean City, that a proposed Charter amendment was introduced at their meeting of September 15, 2020. A public hearing and presentation of a Charter Resolution occurred on March 15, 2021.

Charter Amendment Resolution 2021-04 was adopted by the Mayor and City Council amending Section C-1001A, Clerk-Treasurer, to reflect the current title of this position is “City Clerk”.

An exact copy of Resolution 202104 is posted at City Hall, available in the March 15, 2021, agenda packet online at oceancitymd.gov and can be obtained by contacting the City Clerk’s office at 410-289-8824.

OCD-3/18/4t _________________________________

TOWN OF OCEAN CITY CHARTER AMENDMENT

RESOLUTION 2021-05 RE: Sabbath observance TOWN OF OCEAN CITY CHARTER AMENDMENT

TOWN OF OCEAN CITY CHARTER AMENDMENT

LEGAL ADVERTISING

March 15, 2021.

Charter Amendment Resolution 2021-01 was adopted by the Mayor and City Council amending Section C-504, Registration of voters, acknowledging the City Clerk no longer registers municipal voters.

Municipal voters register in accordance with State law and the Town of Ocean City voter roll is maintained by the Worcester County Board of Elections and provided to the Town for each election.

An exact copy of Resolution 202101 is posted at City Hall, available in the March 15, 2021, agenda packet online at oceancitymd.gov and can be obtained by contacting the City Clerk’s office at 410-289-8824.

OCD-3/18/4t _________________________________

APRIL 9, 2021

RESOLUTION 2021-01 RE: Municipal Election Notice is hereby given by the Mayor and City Council of Ocean City, that a proposed Charter amendment was introduced at their meeting of September 15, 2020. A public hearing and presentation of the Charter Resolution occurred on

RESOLUTION 2021-03 RE: Finances Notice is hereby given by the Mayor and City Council of Ocean City, that a proposed Charter amendment was introduced at their meeting of September 15, 2020. A public hearing and presentation of a Charter Resolution occurred on March 15, 2021.

Charter Amendment Resolution 2021-03 was adopted by the Mayor and City Council amending Section

Notice is hereby given by the Mayor and City Council of Ocean City, that a proposed Charter amendment was introduced at their meeting of September 15, 2020. A public hearing and presentation of a Charter Resolution occurred on March 15, 2021.

Charter Amendment Resolution 2021-05 was adopted by the Mayor and City Council amending Section C-1404, Sabbath observance, deleting this section of the Charter.

An exact copy of Resolution 202105 is posted at City Hall, available in the March 15, 2021, agenda packet online at oceancitymd.gov and can be obtained by contacting the City Clerk’s office at 410-289-8824.

OCD-3/18/4t _________________________________

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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 April 8, 2021 or to have it otherwise disposed of in a manner provided by law.

Line No Year 018.21 1998 2009 033.21 059.21 2002

Make FORD CHEVROLET FORD

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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-4/8/3t ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

NOTICE

OF PASSAGE OF BILL 21-2 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 21-2 (Zoning – Signs) was passed by Commissioners Bertino, Bunting, Church, Elder, Mitrecic, Nordstrom and Purnell on February 16, 2021.

A fair summary of the bill is as follows: §ZS 1-338(c)(9). (Adds a new subsection to allow up to eight internal community signs within a residential development for the purpose of conveying community events, amenity and emergency information only, with standards for their placement and design.)

This bill becomes effective fortyfive (45) days from the date of its passage.

This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center once County Government Offices are opened to the public. In the interim, a full copy of the bill is available on the County Website at www.co.worcester.md.us.

THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-3/25/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

of Public Hearing on Maryland Transit Administration Statewide Special Transportation Assistance Program Senior Transportation Funding Grant The County Commissioners of Worcester County are applying for grant funds from the Maryland Department of Transportation. The purpose of this notice is to afford opportunity for a public hearing regarding the proposed Annual

Transportation Plan (ATP).

The County Commissioners of Worcester County are applying for grant funding in the sum of $126,975 to continue to operate public and specialized transportation services. These services will be provided by the Worcester Commission on Aging which is a non-profit agency that provides senior transportation services for Worcester County seniors and persons with disabilities.

The public hearing on this application will be held on TUESDAY, MAY 4, 2021 at 10:30 A.M. in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room, Room 1101 – Government Center One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 The detailed service plan is available for review at Worcester County Commission on Aging building located at 4767 Snow Hill Road, Snow Hill, Maryland from 9AM to 3PM, Tuesday– Friday by appointment only. Please call 410-632-1277 x701 to set time.

THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-3/25/2t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 301-907-8000 Diane S. Rosenberg Mark D. Meyer Maurice O’Brien Cristian Mendoza Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 Substitute Trustees Plaintiff(s) v.

Estate of Connie Lee Savage Estate of Curtis Savage, Jr. 8615 Tindley Road Newark, MD 21841 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT

FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-19-000270

NOTICE

Notice is hereby given this 26th day of March, 2021, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 8615 Tindley Road, Newark, MD 21841, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 3rd day of May, 2021, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in a weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 26th day of April, 2021. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $93,656.93.

Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-4/1/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 18669 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF PATRICIA GAYLE YOUNG Notice is given that Andrew Young, 8485 Del Mille Ct., Naples, FL 34114, was on March 24, 2021 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Patricia Gayle Young who died on December 24, 2020, 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 24th day of September, 2021.

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.

Andrew Young Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for 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: April 02, 2021 OCD-4/1/3t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Transfer of a Class: "B" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: John Timothy Darbie, 10416 Bighton Road, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

For: Darbie Services, Inc. For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Frog Bar and Grill 221 Wicomico Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Formerly: Buddy's Ocean City Liquor, LLC There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: April 21, 2021 @ 12:30 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a "B" B/W 7 DAY license and a Request to designate as Multple License #3. Class: "B" BEER-WINE License: 7 Day, By: Tauhid lslan, 9804 Winding Trail Drive, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Anjeeb Shrestha. 12046 Pintico Lane, Berlin, Maryland 21811.

For: Ocean Two Liquor, LLC

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For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Hampton Inn Hotel 12708 Ocean Gateway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: April 21, 2021 @ 12:40 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class: "A" BEERWINE License: 7 Day, By: Dion Kuo Lian Ho, 12908 Sand Bar Lane, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Andrew Joseph Arguin, 43806 Lees Mill Square, Leesburg, VA 20176.

For: The Wine'ing Butcher-Ocean City, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: The Wine'ing Butcher 12911 Ocean Gateway Unit 200 Ocean City. Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: April 21, 2021 @ 12:55 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class: "B" BEERWINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Mustafa Kucuk, 10205 Bent Creek Road, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

For: 24th Street, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Satellite Café and Bar 2401 Atlantic Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: April 21, 2021 @ 1:05 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class: "B" BEERWINE License: 7 Day, By: Maya Hanna Tomasello, 15 Harrison Avenue, Berlin, Maryland 21811; Marco Joseph Alfio Tomasello, 15 Harrison Avenue, Berlin, Maryland 21811.

For: The Inn Berlin, LLC

For the premises known as and located at: T/A: The Inn Berlin 15 Harrison Avenue Berlin, Maryland 21811 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: April 21, 2021 @ 1:20 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Transfer of a Class: "B" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: John Ryall Hayes, 405 Philadelphia Avenue #25, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Kaleigh Michelle Jordan, 405 Philadelphia Avenue #25, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; James Patrick Cathell, 42 Mystic Harbor Boulevard, Berlin, Maryland 21811.

For: BigFixMix, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Crabcake Factory Poolside 406 Baltimore Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Formerly: RCB Crabcake, LLC There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: April 21, 2021 @ 1:30 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Request to alter the licensed premises and plans to have 70 enclosed restaurant seats for a Class: "B" BEER-WINELIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Cole J. Taustin, 10647 Griffin Road, Berlin, Maryland 21811.

For: Mad Fish, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Pier 23 12817 South Harbor Road Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: April 21, 2021 @ 1:45 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Request to ex-

pand the licensed premises to include an elevated deck, Request for speakers outside on the elevated deck, Request for Trivia and Bingo games two days per week, Request to allow a digital juke box and Request to modify the licensed property by installing a garage style door for a Class: "D" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Peter J. Laviola, 13207 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Raymond J. McGrath, 13207 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Deborah A. McGrath, 13207 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

For: Beach Barrels, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Beach Barrels 13207 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: April 21, 2021 @ 2:00 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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April 22, 2021 at 6:00 P.M. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-94(2)(b) requesting a special parking exception to waive 12 parking spaces for reconfigured mixed-use of 3,251 sq. ft. restaurant use and existing four (4) 2-bedroom apartments. The site of the appeal is described as Lot 137, Parcels 3258 & 3259 of the Neptune Development Plat, further described as the West side of Philadelphia Avenue, and known locally as 2109 Philadelphia Avenue, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: MNR REAL ESTATE LLC c/o MORAD RAMADAN – (BZA 2587 #21-09400006) 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 Maureen Howarth, Attorney OCD-4/8/2t _________________________________

PUBLIC MEETING

NOTICE 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:

The Town of Berlin will file an application with the United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development for financial assistance to purchase two police vehicles. A public hearing for comments on Resolution 2021-03 will be held by the use of Facebook via www.berlinmd.gov at 7pm on April 12, 2021 to discuss the proposed project and to provide the opportunity for public comment. Questions can also be submitted to Town Hall by noon on Monday, April 12, 2021.

If you have any questions pertaining to this Resolution you can call 410641-2770 for more information.

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Commentary

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Police reform not about local depts.

The police reform measures heading toward passage in the General Assembly aren’t as onerous as opponents of the legislation say they are, at least not in this neck of the woods.

To borrow the phrase law-and-order advocates often say to civilians when governments institute some unwanted public safety practice such as drone surveillance, or cameras, if you’re not doing anything wrong, you have nothing to worry about.

That is especially the case locally, where the police rarely, if ever, find themselves in hot water for doing anything even remotely similar to the incidents that spurred the call for reform.

That sort of thing just doesn’t happen here, and isn’t likely to, given the direction that departments receive, the area’s demographics, and the nature of the crimes that do occur on the coast.

That’s not true in, say, Baltimore, where extensive police corruption that included theft, drug dealing and violent assault put Charm City in the harsh national spotlight not that long ago. And similar circumstances have occurred in other cities around the country, thus leading to demands that something needs to be changed.

Unfortunately, no such thing as one-size-fits-all legislation can be created in a state as geographically and demographically varied as this one. The good guys are lumped in with the bad guys, as is the case with many laws and regulations, which are written to protect the majority from the few by restricting some aspects of everyone’s liberties. That’s just how it works.

Local members of the law enforcement community should not feel targeted by this effort or that the public or the pro-reform legislators don’t respect what they do. That’s not what’s happening.

Realistically, what’s being said is that because not every member of every department elsewhere in the state doesn’t abide by the same standards as local law enforcement, something needed to be done.

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GOOD EGG HUNTING

A young boy picks up an egg to put in his basket during the Northside Park Easter egg hunt last Saturday.

PUBLIC EYE

In a professional pinch

On Monday, Sen. Mitch McConnell stunned the nation by sternly declaring that big corporations should stay out of politics.

On Tuesday, he added, “... except for making political donations.”

On Wednesday, he said, “Yeah, well, what I meant to say was ...”

On Thursday, he said, “Hey, let’s all sing ‘Sweet Caroline’ ... So good! So good! So good! Yeah!”

His reference to corporaBy tions was about Coca-Cola Stewart and other big outfits that Dobson voiced opposition to Georgia’s new election rules, which either are or aren’t more restrictive, as legislators sought to reassure citizens that the voter fraud that has yet to be found there doesn’t happen again, just to be safe, you understand.

Coincidentally, the election reform measure was carved out of a greater legislative package that, initially, also banned the use of plastic fishing nets in the bathtub just in case a sea turtle squirts out of the faucet and becomes entangled.

Admittedly, I know nothing about Georgia, other than I feel like I’m driving a Fred Flintstone car when I’m passing through Atlanta on I-85, which on a metro area roadmap looks like plate of spaghetti, and on which everyone does 120 mph on the curves. I know I was white-knuckling it at 75 and getting lapped by locals who missed their exits.

Beyond knowing that, and that the nearby Department of Driver Services won’t issue a license to anyone who thinks the speed limit is something other than “Floor It!,” I know nothing.

But here’s what I do know: it strikes me as curious that any member of a Congress that devoted a quarter of its legislative output a couple of years ago to renaming post offices would hold up that institution as an example of how to get things done.

In terms of success rates, I’d say it’s a tossup between the congressional professionals and an I-85 carpool driven by ‘possums at dusk.

The post office renaming business, by the way, is true. The 2017 session of Congress was one of its more productive in recent years, with 442 public laws enacted. Of that total, 109 of those laws named a post office after someone.

Meanwhile, the public approval rating for Congress is around 36 percent these days, a number that suggests that the professionals might not be so good, so good, so good at what they do either.

So what does this mean? Aside from journalists ranking just a point or so higher than politicians in the public approval column, which is like saying if you weren’t so ugly you’d be good-looking, it appears that we don’t trust anyone to handle our political affairs. Not companies, not executives, not reporters and certainly not politicians.

In fact, the most trusted profession these days is nurses. We’d believe them if they said, “Our political advice, no matter what the subject or circumstance might be, is that you’re going to feel a little pinch.”

That beats reporters, who would say, “You felt a pinch, and here’s our analysis of it.” Or big corporations, which would say, “That pinch is the result of the higher cost of raw materials. Or politicians, who would say, “You felt a pinch, and that other guy did it.”

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Ocean City Today

Letters to the editor Yes to outdoor dining, no to parking elimination Editor, I am writing in response to your April, 2 2021, Beach Barrels article.

This non-conforming business petitioned for an additional seven parking spaces to be “waived” with construction of permanent wooden deck.

Petitioner got six with requirement that one additional ADA marked space be constructed. Also deck in parking [is] lot exposed to traffic on three sides.

This will up the non-conformity to 18 waived.

Architectural rendering of proposed deck in parking lot only a few inches above asphalt with no pylons to

provide safety for customers (See picture and article from previous newspaper of convenience store crash).

Multiple complaints were documented from police blotter. Petitioner stated publicly he personally reviewed and found no complaints.

Additional property available abutting with no parking needed to be eliminated. Evidence shown by POD recently placed on property of available site by petitioner.

New Business Model ...?!

Decision needs to be reviewed by higher authority. Parking has long been a concern for OCMD and will only get worse as time goes on.

Outside Drinking/Dining —YES. Elimination of Parking — NO! Robert R. Hemp Jr. Ocean City

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We invite you to share it, but all letters are subject to verification, so please include your name and phone number. All letters are subject to editing for space and to protect the author and this newspaper from legal action. Email letters to editor@oceancitytoday.net. For questions, call 410-723-6397.

WORLD WAR II

Five Axis armies, from three countries, attack Yugoslavia

By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III Contributing Writer (April 9, 2021) This week, 80 years ago, five Axis armies, from three countries, attacked the Kingdom of Yugoslavia.

On Oct. 28, 1940, the German dictator arrived in Florence, Italy on his personal train, the Amerika. As he alighted from the Amerika, the Italian Duce bounded forward and gleefully exclaimed, in German, “Führer, we are on the march! Victorious Italian troops crossed the Greco-Albania frontier at dawn today!”

Twice the Italians had been specifically warned by their German allies not to undertake such an adventure. Hitler knew that this adventure would probably end badly.

He could not allow his Italian ally to go down to defeat to the Greeks, because, 1) it made for poor publicity and 2) it put the Romanian oil fields of Ploie ti within range of British bombers based in Greece. Now, that bill was coming due.

But the Germans needed a land route to Greece.

The Kingdom of Hungary had already joined the Axis by executing the Tri-Partite Pact with Germany, Italy, and Japan. The Kingdom of Romania joined

on Nov. 22, with Slovakia joining the next day.

On Dec. 12, 1940, the Kingdoms of Hungary and Yugoslavia signed a “Treaty of Eternal Friendship.” By then, the Greeks were already whipping the Italians.

The Germans continued to pursue their land route to Greece. The Kingdom of Bulgaria joined on March 1, 1941. Finally, the Kingdom of Yugoslavia joined on March 25.

Everything seemed set. Then, two days later, the British engineered a coup d’etat, overthrowing Prince Paul, the Regent for King Peter, and Prime Minister Dragiša Cvetkovi , replacing them with the 17-year-old King Peter II and Gen. Dušan Simovi as prime minister.

The German warlord was enraged and threatened, “... to destroy Yugoslavia militarily and as a state.” When the Hungarians allowed the Germans passage through their country for the invasion of their “Eternal Friend,” Yugoslavia, Hungary’s Prime Minister, Count Pál Teleki, who had negotiated the “Treaty of Eternal Friendship” with Yugoslavia, killed himself.

At 7 a.m., on April 6, the Luftwaffe began assaulting the Yugoslavian capital of Belgrade. For an hour and a half,

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WORLD WAR II bombs rained on the unsuspecting city, leaving 4,000 of its inhabitants dead.

Meanwhile, the German Second Army, under the command of Maximilian Von Weichs, attacked from the west and the north, as elements of the Twelfth Army, commanded by Field Marshal Wilhelm List, attacked from Bulgaria in the east.

The Italian Second Army, commanded by Gen. Vittoria Ambrosia, attacked through Croatia and Slovenia, while Ninth Army, commanded by Gen. Alessandro Pirzio Biroli attacked from Albania on April 11.

The 80,000-man Hungarian Third Army, under the command of Elemér Gorondy-Novák attacked the same day from the north.

The day before, Croatia, which had been a part of Yugoslavia, declared its independence. Therefore, the Hungarians reasoned, the kingdom with which they had executed the “Treaty of Eternal Friendship” no longer existed, freeing them from the constraints of the treaty.

This was not an original idea with the Hungarians, as the Germans had used it in 1939, after Slovakia seceded from Czecho-Slovakia, freeing the Germans from the guarantees they had given to Czecho-Slovakia at Munich, since “Czecho-Slovakia” no longer existed!

And besides, the Hungarians were just there to recover part of the territory that had been taken from them by the postWWI Treaty of Trianon.

That territory is known as the

“Banat,” which is 11,014 square miles in size and is bounded on the north by the River Mure , on the east by the Southern Carpathian Mountains, on the west by the River Tisa, and on the south by the Danube River.

Yugoslavia was defended by the following army groups: First, commanded

by Milorad Petrovi ; Second, commanded by Milutin Nedi ; Third, commanded by Milan Nedi ; and the Fifth and Sixth Independent Armies, commanded by Vladimir Cukavac and Dimitrije Živkovi .

King Peter II of Yugoslavia fled to Athens, Greece on April 14. That evening, the Yugoslavian government asked Gen. Ewald von Kleist, commander of the German First Panzergruppe, for a cease fire.

Yugoslavian Foreign Minister Aleksandar Cincar-Marcovi signed the armistice with German and Italian representatives in Belgrade on April 17.

Because Gen. Petrovi ’s First Army Group had all but abandoned the Banat by the time Gen. Gorondy-Novák’s Third Army crossed the border between Hungary and Yugoslavia, Hungarian losses were very light.

Gen. Gorondy-Novák’s Third Army suffered 133 killed and 223 wounded.

They also lost five Fiat fighters and an observation plane.

German losses were also light — 166 men killed and 392 wounded. In addition, the Luftwaffe lost 60 planes and 70 airmen.

The Italians suffered the most — 800 killed and 2,500 wounded and the loss of 10 aircraft.

Two days after the armistice on April 17, the Bulgarian Fifth Army commanded by Nikola Mikhailov Mikhov occupied Yugoslav Macedonia. The Bulgarians were greeted as liberators.

Bulgaria’s occupation of the area resulted in the deaths of 7,000 Jews, 6,000 Serbs, 6,000 Macedonians and 4,000 Albanians.

After the Greeks surrendered on April 30, the Bulgarian Second Army commanded by Ivan Hristov Markov occupied Thrace. These territories had been lost pursuant to the Treaty of Neuillysur-Seine, executed after WWI. Because there had been a population exchange with Greece, following the Treaty of Neuilly-sur-Seine, the greeting was not as joyful.

The result was an “independent” Croatia, under the leadership of Ante Paveli , and the Serbian “Government of National Salvation,” headed by former chief of the Yugoslav military, Gen. Milan Nedi . Bulgaria annexed most of Macedonia (now “Northern Macedonia”), while Italy annexed the rest of Macedonia and areas along the Adriatic Sea. Germany annexed what is today Slovenia (home of the former First Lady). During its occupation, Italy suffered 15,371 dead and 15,160 wounded.

German losses exceeded 100,000.

The Hungarians administered the

4,431 square miles of the “Recovered Southern Territories” which were the part of the Banat that had been a part of Hungary prior to the Treaty of Trianon.

An estimated 1,145,000 people lived there, 37 percent of whom were Hungarian. The rest were: German, 19 percent; Croats, 18 percent; and Serbs, 16 percent. On Dec. 14, 1941, these areas were incorporated into the kingdom and given representation in the Hungarian Parliament.

From then until the end of the war, the country of 15 million was beset by constant strife, warfare, and partisan and anti-partisan activity. Deaths are estimated at 1 million. It occupied 750,000 Axis troops, badly needed elsewhere.

On April 6, Xl Panzerkorps, commanded by Georg Stumme invaded Greece, from Bulgaria. Two days later, 2nd Panzerdivision, commanded by Rudolf Veiel, followed, from Yugoslavia, and by April 9, had occupied Salonika.

Gen. Georgios Tsolakoglou surrendered the entire Greek Army to Germany on April 21. Six days later Athens was captured.

Next week: Croatia Mr. Wimbrow writes from Ocean City, Maryland, where he practices law representing those persons accused of criminal and traffic offenses, and those persons who have suffered a personal injury through no fault of their own.

He can be contacted at: wimbrowlaw@gmail.com.

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COMMUNITY/SCHOOLS HISTORY LESSON Berlin Intermediate School students in Diandra Bratten's sixth grade Social Studies class have been learning about Ancient Greece. In one of their latest lessons, students constructed their version of the Parthenon using the Minecraft app.

Jayla Mitchell is pictured working on her Parthenon design.

CELEBRATION Worcester Preparatory Lower School celebrated reaching its 100th day of school on March 3. Students from Pre-K to grade 5 participated in a variety of educational and philanthropic activities throughout the day. Each Pre-Kindergartener brought in 10 cups to create and design a building of their imagination. Following completion, they rotated around the room completing 10 different exercises, 10 times each, until they reached 100.

WPS RING CEREMONY The annual Worcester Preparatory School Junior Ring Ceremony took place on Feb. 10, in the Athletic and Performing Arts Center. It is tradition that seniors present juniors with their rings along with a few meaningful comments as to why the recipient is special to them.

Senior Grace Hopkins, left, presents junior Sumira Sehgal with her new class ring.

PROCLAMATION Worcester County Commissioner Diana Purnell presents a proclamation to Worcester Commission on Aging Executive Director John Dorrough recognizing March as the 19th annual March for Meals Month, which highlights the importance of the Older Americans Act Nutrition Programs, both congregate and home-delivered, and raises awareness about problems regarding senior hunger and isolation.

BREAKFAST COUNTDOWN The Worcester Preparatory School Alumni Association sponsored a 100-Day Breakfast celebration on Feb. 19, marking the senior class countdown to graduation. In lieu of a speaker, alums sent in words of wisdom that were shared in the event program. Breakfast was sponsored by the alumni association and Dunkin’ Donuts and each student was gifted a WPS acrylic tumbler. Pictured is senior Sarah Butler.

DONATION Tony Green, center, accepts a donation on behalf of the Worcester County Developmental Center.

He is joined by Jack Ferry, executive director of the developmental center, right, and Mike Hooper, Ocean City Lions Club President.

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Stephen Decatur junior Zimere Handy caught five passes for 124 yards and scored four touchdowns in the 76-0 shutout over James M. Bennett last Thursday in Berlin.

Decatur football team shuts out James M. Bennett, 76-0

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 9, 2021) The Stephen Decatur football team’s offense scored 76 points and the defense shut out James M. Bennett last Thursday in Berlin.

“Our offensive line – Khi Reid, Luke Scott, Duncan Ely, Rafe Parsons and AJ Trimble – had its highest graded score of the season … 87 percent, which is Jake Coleman crazy. No sacks and no tackles for loss,” said Decatur Coach Jake Coleman. “The Hawk defense got its first shutout of the season and has only allowed 45 points total this season in five games. The Decatur offense leads the Bayside in scoring with 206 points scored in five games.”

Junior quarterback Ashten Snelsire scored on a four-yard run to put Decatur on the board.

Sophomore Luke Mergott’s twoyard run and two-point conversion increased the Seahawks’ advantage to 14-0.

Junior Zimere Handy caught a 14yard pass from Snelsire, then the quarterback added two points, to boost Decatur’s lead to 22-0 in the first quarter.

Handy scored three touchdowns, all off passes from Snelsire, in the second quarter. Freshman Caden Shockley and senior Brett Truitt were successful on two-point conversions.

Senior Koby Higgins caught a 50yard pass from Snelsire and Shockley added two points to give Decatur a 52-0 lead.

Sophomore Daegan Risser had a 34-yard interception return and sophomore Derron Doughty’s two-

point conversion made it 60-0 at halftime.

Doughty ran the ball 10 yards for the touchdown and was successful on the two-point conversion in the third quarter.

Junior Jack Quisgard ran the ball in from five yards out, then Doughty added two points to finish the scoring for Decatur.

Snelsire was 9-for-16 passing for 195 yards. He ran the ball five times for 26 yards.

Shockley rushed nine times for 91 yards. Handy caught five passes for 124 yards and four touchdowns.

Ely, a sophomore, was chosen as the team’s offensive lineman of the week. Risser earned the defensive player of the week title (13 tackles and a pick six).

Higgins was chosen as special teams player of the week, with four tackles and a forced fumble. Handy received offensive player of the week accolades.

“The team played lights out vs.

Bennett. Our players who work hard behind the scenes but don’t get as many opportunities like Dylan Arnold, Jack Quisgard, Ryan Geppi, Devin Pilarski, Aiden Stroud, Chase Pillsbury, Colin Sweeney and Domon Purnell balled out,” Coleman said.

“I’m so proud of them because JMB was doing everything it could to score and stop them but they made the most of their opportunity. Additionally, JV callouts like Gus Croll and Derron Doughty came in and added to that effort.”

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Stephen Decatur junior quarterback Ashten Snelsire carries the ball during last Thursday’s game in Berlin against James M. Bennett. He was 9-for-16 passing for 195 yards, and ran the ball five times for 26 yards. Decatur won 76-0.

SD student-athletes resilient Continued from Page 37 of the season losing our captain Shaki Bowen to a non-contact injury, this group has embraced our ‘Next Man Up,’ motto,” Coleman added. “Our practices are like clockwork and the kids are one of the smartest and most focused groups I’ve coached in 18 years, including coaching at Salisbury University. Obviously with covid and all its effects to daily normal life, these kids have resisted any tempta-

tion of an excuse or negative situation to point to. The have embraced the disappointments, the grind and every challenge. I love this team and couldn’t ask for a better group in my first year as head coach. This is the most resilient group of student-athletes I’ve ever been around as a player or coach.”

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By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 9, 2021) The Stephen Decatur golf team won one match and came in second place in another this week.

Decatur hosted the seven-school match on its home course at GlenRiddle Golf Club on Tuesday in Berlin.

“Overall, we played a really solid round with everyone playing really good golf,” said Decatur Coach Dan Stearman. “We need to continue to compete if we want to have a chance at winning the South [Bayside Conference].”

Decatur’s foursome scored a 173.

The team was led by freshman Kole Kohut, who shot a 40. Also contributing to the victory was senior captain Katelyn Davis (41) and freshmen Evan Oglesby (44) and AJ Kole (49).

Parkside finished in second place with a 188, followed by James M. Bennett in third (198).

The next day, the Bayside Conference South teams competed at the Ocean Pines Golf Club.

Parkside tallied a 170, edging out Decatur by three strokes (173). Bennett finished in third place with a 209.

Kohut led the group with a 39, followed by Oglesby (42), junior captain Abby Wesche (45) and freshman Dennis Bontempo (49). “[We] came up a little short against a very good Parkside team,” Stearman said. “The team really played great overall. I’m very proud of how they all competed.”

The final match of the season is Tuesday, at Great Hope Golf Course in Westover, beginning at 3:30 p.m.

SD cross country athletes lead field of runners in meet

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 9, 2021) As the season progresses, the Stephen Decatur cross country athletes continue to drop time.

Decatur competed with Parkside and Washington high schools in Salisbury last Wednesday.

“This was our first (and only) away meet, so it was nice to be able to run a different course,” said Decatur Coach Jody Stigler. “We are working hard and trying to improve. We have two meets left (both home) so hopefully everyone will stay healthy and be able to run their PR in one of the next two meets.”

The Decatur boys’ team won the race with 15 points. The Seahawks were the only group that received a team score. The other schools had less than five runners, so they didn’t

get a full team score.

The seven runners who competed for Decatur crossed the finish line in the top seven spots. The first five scored points.

Finishing in first through fifth were: junior Tristan Dutton (18:34), senior Liam Foley (18:41), junior Sam Woodley (19:23), senior Silas Cascio (20:25) and junior Gavin McCabe (20:54).

Junior Raul Gault (20:57) and senior Philip Becnel (21:32) also participated.

On the girls’ side, Decatur’s four runners came in first through fourth place. They were: senior Avery Braciszewski (25:32), junior Amalia Murphy (26:38) and sophomores Mackenzie Cathell (27:12) and Ava Becnel (31:35).

The final meet of the season is Wednesday in Berlin at 3:30 p.m.

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WP girls’ lacrosse team wins Gentry makes 27 saves in home season opener, 11-5 goal for WP; team wins 10-6

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 9, 2021) The Worcester Prep girls’ lacrosse team opened its season last Saturday with an 11-5 victory over Smyrna in Berlin.

“It was a great first win and a perfect way to start the season,” said Prep Coach Chris Williams.

“Smyrna came in with a 2-1 record, so it was their fourth game, but our Chris Williams first.”

The Lady Mallards pulled ahead 4-0, before the visiting Eagles scored three goals. “[Freshman] Caitlin Williams made a couple key saves to hold the lead before we scored two late goals to go up 6-3 at half. We controlled the game the rest of the way,” Coach Williams said. “We started four freshmen and three sophomores, so seven of the 12 starting players were underclassmen.”

Worcester outscored its opponent 52 in the second half.

Junior captain Myranda Beebe led the Mallards with nine goals and one assist.

“Myranda was dominant offensively, but she attributed her success scoring to the efforts of the players around her creating those opportunities,” Williams said.

Junior Brooke Emeigh and sophomore Sara Miller scored one goal each.

“Seven of our 11 goals were assisted, and assists came from seven different players,” Williams said.

Sophomore Caitlyn Hoen, starting her first varsity game, was very impressive while taking the majority of the draws, Williams said.

Caitlin Williams recorded eight saves, and frustrated their top scorers all day, Coach Williams said.

He also praised the performance of his starting defense – senior captain Claire Williams, freshmen Reagan Sterrs and Claire Windrow and sophomore Annie Carter.

“Starting defense played very well all game, and all four starters had caused turnovers and were very active in clears,” the coach said. “They only gave up three goals as a unit … Our defense and goalkeeper were solid all game, and we were able to get a big enough lead to get everyone playing time.”

Williams said he couldn’t have asked for a better start to the season.

“Our team played hard all game against a talented and athletic Smyrna team. We got contributions from everyone, and most players were playing their first varsity game,” he said. “Even those who didn’t score contributed by running hard all game and creating opportunities

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 9, 2021) Despite being down a few players because of injuries, the Worcester Prep boys’ lacrosse team prevailed over the Smyrna Eagles last Saturday in Berlin, 10-6.

“We can definitely play better. When you have your full lineup it definitely makes a difference. They showed a lot of resiliency with injuries and kids not there,” said Prep Coach Drew Haugh Drew Haugh. “We don’t have a lot of depth as it is. The guys who came in did a nice job and held their own.”

Worcester scored three goals in the first quarter. Both teams netted three in the second, and at halftime, the Mallards were on top, 6-3.

At the end of the third quarter, the Prep squad held a 7-5 advantage. The for others … We still have things to work on, but it’s a perfect start to the season and we look forward to building off this win when we start conference play next week.”

Worcester’s next game is Wednesday at 4 p.m. against Gunston School in Centreville.

Berlin team outscored its opponent 3-1 in the final quarter.

“It was nice to get a win,” Haugh said.

Senior midfielder Brugh Moore led the Mallards with three goals and two assists.

“Brugh can run up and down the field all day. You never really have to take him out,” Haugh said.

Sophomore Jack Gardner scored three and senior John Arrington netted two.

Senior Mason Brown chipped in with one goal and one assist.

“He did so many good things between the lines,” Haugh said of Brown. “He’s a big kid and he can run.”

Haugh praised the performance of senior goalie Hunter Gentry, who recorded 27 saves.

“Hunter was on fire. He just was lights out. We would have lost that game without him,” Haugh said. “He saved everything. It was a tremendous performance by him. He was the difference maker. He was the man, that’s for sure.”

Haugh said during practice the day before the game, Gentry played exceptionally well. That carried over into the game, he added.

“Coaches always say you play like your practice, and he did. He proved the old saying,” Haugh said.

Worcester’s next game is Wednesday at 4 p.m. against Gunston School in Centreville.

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Wor. County Recreation and Parks programs (April 9, 2021) Worcester County Recreation and Parks is launching an assortment of programs.

Active Start Dodgeball will be held at the Worcester County Recreation Center on Tuesdays, April 6 to May 25, from 4-5:30 p.m.

Participants in grades fourth through eighth will get to play various dodgeball games and perfect their skills of dodging, ducking and diving.

Active Start Pickleball will teach participants in grades fourth through eighth the fundamentals of the sport.

Pickleball is the fastest growing sports in America. This is a paddle sport that combines skills from ping pong, tennis, and badminton.

This program will meet at the WCRC on Thursdays, April 8 to May 27, from 4-5:30 p.m. For more information on dodgeball or pickleball, contact Myro Small at 410-632-2144 x2512 or msmall@marylandscoast.org.

Active Start Field Hockey will cover all aspects of the game.

Participants in grades kindergarten through eighth will learn how to pass, shoot and score. The program will meet at the WCRC on Mondays, April 19 to May 24, from 4-6 p.m.

Active Start Tennis will be held at Showell Park on Wednesdays, April 21 to June 9, from 4:30-6 p.m.

There is a 20-participant maximum.

This program is open to students in

grades kindergarten through fourth.

Players will learn how to serve, keep score and play fun games to perfect their skills.

For more information on field hockey or tennis, contact Kelly Buchanan at 410-632-2144 x2503 or kbuchanan@marylandscoast.org.

Transportation for all active start programs may be available depending on the status of the school year. The price per child is $35 and $30 for each additional child.

Financial aid is available to those who show a demonstrated need. Proof of eligibility is required. To register online for any youth programs and view a full calendar of events, visit www.playmarylandscoast.org.

Active Adult Fitness classes are kicking off in April.

Early Bird Morning Fitness is a group class for those ages 45 and older seeking to improve their fitness through a combination of walking, strength training and exercises focusing on flexibility and coordination.

Classes will run Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9-9:40 a.m. from April 5 to June 25. The cost per person is $45.

PiYo is an evening fitness program open to ages 18 and older that is designed to get participants’ hearts racing and burn calories. Participants will sculpt muscle, improve stability and

balance while receiving a great stretch.

This class will meet on Mondays and Wednesday evenings from 5:30-6:30 p.m. from April 12 to May 17. The cost per person is $45.

Yoga is for anyone 18 and older. This program is built on three main structures: exercise, breathing and meditation. Yoga is taught by RYT 500 Instructor Carol Jenkins-Pike.

Participants will meet once a week on Thursdays from 6-7 p.m. from April 15 to May 20. The cost per person is $30.

All adult fitness classes will take place at the Worcester County Recreation Center in Snow Hill. For more information, contact Small at 410-632-2144 ext.

2512 or msmall@marylandscoast.org.

To register, visit www.worcesterrecandparks.org.

Worcester County Recreation & Parks is offering three toddler programs this spring season: Toddler Gym, OffSite Toddler Gym, and Little All-Stars.

Toddler Gym and Off-Site Toddler Gym provide toddlers and their parents and caregivers with opportunities to exercise, practice social interaction, and participate in a variety of stimulating, age-appropriate games, exercises, songs, and group activities in a safe and fun environment.

This program encourages children to explore their environment, enhance their learning through play, and meet new friends their age.

Toddler Gym is open to ages 1-5.

This program will take place at the Worcester County Recreation Center (WCRC) in Snow Hill on Thursdays from April 8 through June 10, from 1011 a.m.

Off-Site Toddler is also open to ages 1-5. This program will take place at Showell Park on Tuesdays from May 11 through June 8 from 10-11 a.m.

Little All-Stars encourages children to become active while learning the key elements of a variety of sports and activities. Each class will focus on the fundamental skills on each sport including soccer, t-ball, basketball, volleyball, and more. This program will introduce and encourage your child in skill development and team work while enhancing

self-confidence and social interaction.

Little All-Stars is open to ages 2-5 and will take place at the WCRC on Fridays from April 9 through June 11 from 10-11 a.m.

Toddler Gym and Little All Stars is $35 per child and $30 for each additional child. Off-Site Toddler Gym is $20 per child and $15 for each additional child.

For more information on these programs, contact Kelly Buchanan at 410632-2144 ext.

2503 or kbuchanan@marylandscoast.org.

Youth in kindergarten through grade eight are invited to participate in free recreation programs that will be popping up at parks throughout Worcester County from April 9 to Oct. 9.

Worcester County Recreation & Parks staff will offer a variety of themed nights, including water games, fishing, outdoor scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, and team sports. These activities will offer something for everyone. Interested participants must pre-register online, as space in each Pop Up Program is limited.

To view the schedule of upcoming Pop Up Programs and to register, visit www.playmarylandscoast.org.

For more information, contact Kelly Buchanan at 410-632-2144 x2503 or kbuchanan@marylandscoast.org.

Worcester County Recreation & Parks is offering Pitch, Hit, and Run, a one-day skills competition open to boys and girls ages 7-14 at the Northern Worcester Athletic Complex Senior Field on Saturday, April 10, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Participants may stop in at any time for their skills assessments on pitching, hitting, and running. Assessments will take approximately five minutes per individual.

Winners of the event will be required to provide a birth certificate to verify age before moving on to sectionals. Preregistration is recommended. Register online at www.pitchhitrun.com.

For more information, contact Allen Swiger at 410-632-2144 x2520 or aswiger@marylandscoast.org. To view more upcoming free youth programs visit www.playmarylandscoast.org.

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County honors public works director for 36-year career (April 9, 2021) The Worcester County Commissioners paid tribute to Public Works Director John Tustin on Tuesday, as heads into retirement this month following a 36-year career with the county.

“Many have contributed to the success of Worcester County, but none more than John,” Chief Administrative Officer Harold Higgins said.

“His hard work, integrity, and honesty are second to none. But these are not John’s most endearing qualities.

During the 1996 Thanksgiving holiday, my first in the county, John invited me and my family to break bread with his family. His goodwill and kindness to a stranger will never be forgotten by me.”

Tustin began his career as the county engineer on Sept.16, 1985, was appointed as the department head for the Water Wastewater Department in 1994, and was promoted to director of the newly formed Department of Public Works in February 1997, where he oversaw the roads, water and wastewater, solid waste, maintenance, and fleet management divisions.

He has dedicated his career to expanding and improving public services, and he championed modernization of the progressive maintenance programs for county-owned buildings and grounds.

“The past 36 years have certainly been a highlight in my life, and I have no regrets,” Tustin said. “If I would

do it all over again, I would not change a thing. The employees that work for the county are amazing and many solid friendships have developed over the years.”

Throughout his career, Tustin spearheaded numerous infrastructure projects that have played an important role in shaping Worcester County.

In 1986, Tustin played a key role in acquiring, designing, and developing a 724-acre property for the Central Landfill in Newark.

Since that time, he has overseen the development of five landfill cells at this site. He initiated the recycling program in 1992, and he oversaw the design and construction of Samuel Bowen Boulevard, the cap and closure of three old landfill sites in Pocomoke, Snow Hill, and Berlin, and headed pump station upgrades in Ocean Pines as well as multiple wastewater treatment plant expansions. He also coordinated upgrades and improvements to all of the Worcester County boat ramps.

Tustin was involved in the design and construction of the 1988 county jail expansion, the construction of Healthway Drive, the Worcester County Health Department office in Berlin, and the Ocean Pines Library.

For his lasting contributions to the community, county officials and staff thanked Tustin and wished him a long and healthy retirement.

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City begins accepting grant apps for pollinator gardens (April 9, 2021) The Town of Ocean City is accepting grant applications for Pollinator Garden Plants.

A pollinator garden is specifically designed to attract pollinating insects as well as habitat enhancement, water quality improvement and erosion control.

“Pollinator gardens consist of various nectar producing flowers and shelter for pollinators,” said Ocean City Environmental Engineer, Gail Blazer. “The Ocean City’s Green Team is committed to promoting pollinator gardens as a Sustainable Maryland Action Item. These gardens are a unique way to contribute to protecting the environment in Ocean

City and they play an important role in keeping our community clean.”

The pollinator gardens are offered to residential property owners and are required to be planted within the corporate limits of the Town of Ocean City. It’s important to avoid the use of pesticides and plant flowers close to one another.

Those interested in applying or would like more information, contact Blazer at 410-289-8825 or email gblazer@oceancitymd.gov. To download an application visit, https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/engineering/environment/.

The deadline for applications is Friday, April 16.

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By Josh Davis Contributing Writer (April 9, 2021) This April, the Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation will host a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial from Washington, D.C. The traveling national exhibit, dubbed “The Wall That Heals” and run by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, includes the names of more than 58,000 men and women who lost their lives or remain missing because of the Vietnam War. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund also created the “In Memory” program to honor thousands more Vietnam veterans who suffered from Agent Orange exposure, PTSD, and other related illnesses because of their service.

Among the names soon to be listed through In Memory, is U.S. Army Col. Robert Adair. His wife, Mary Adair, entered his name in the program and is an active member of the Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation.

The couple are both originally from Philadelphia, and grew up together.

“I knew Bob when we were 5 years old,” Mary Adair said. “He was adventuresome [as a child] … He lived on the next street over from me, so there was a group of kids that just palled around together when we were younger.”

Bob and Mary dated in high school, and then reconnected again in 1965 after they graduated and Bob went through basic training in the U.S. Army.

“When he came back, I had enrolled in college and he was deferred – he was an enlisted man for the engineers at that time,” Mary said. “He went to La Salle University and I went to Holy Family University [both in Philadelphia], and we started dating again. And in May of that year, we were engaged to be engaged.”

The couple were married after college graduation, in June of 1960, and moved into an apartment in Catonsville, Maryland. However, the stay was short-lived, and they moved often because of Bob’s service obligations.

On their first wedding anniversary, Bob was called overseas, and it was months before Mary and their young daughter, Nancy, were able to join him in Germany. The couple’s second and third children, Robert and Susan, were born in Germany.

By 1964, the family finally headed back to the United States, first at Fort Sill in Oklahoma, and later at Niagara University in New York, where Bob worked as a professor of military science and finished his master’s degree in Soviet and Eastern European history.

In 1967, Bob volunteered for service in Vietnam. Mary, at first, said she was “not too happy.”

“His reasoning was that the orders were going to come anyway, so he just chose the time to go,” she said.

“He had gotten his master’s degree, so he was tasked to go over and write history – only, he wasn’t happy with that. He was an artilleryman at heart, so he volunteered to go with the 1/27 Artillery – which I found out about in a letter. So, he was on a forward firing base,” she added.

Mary and the children, meanwhile, moved home to Philadelphia to be closer to family. Nancy was already in first grade, Robert was in kindergarten, and the youngest, Susan, stayed at home.

“I chose to go back to Philadelphia, so that the children would have their grandparents and their aunts and uncles around them, and I thought that that was the better way to go when they were little,” Mary said.

Ironically, the house they rented, on Marchman Road, was right around the corner from where Chip Bertino grew up. Bertino, currently a Worcester County Commissioner representing Ocean Pines, would later be wed to Mary’s youngest daughter, Susan.

Mary said that year, with Bob serving in the war, was a difficult one. Reports about the conflict and its high death toll were inescapable.

“I never put the news on. Walter Cronkite had the Vietnam War on his newscast every night, so I just wouldn’t put it on,” she said. “I lived for 9 o’clock, because at 9 o’clock I knew no squad car was going to be pulling up and knocking on my door, telling me that something happened to him. So, at that point you were good until the next morning.”

Bob returned home safely, just before the Fourth of July in 1968.

“He was fine,” upon returning home, Mary said. “The only thing that happened, was that we had gone to sleep that night [on July 4] and somebody set off firecrackers, and he was on the floor and pulled me down just as quickly, because he reacted to any kind of noise like that.”

According to Mary, Bob thought “he was going right back to Vietnam” after his brief stop home, but the military had other plans and had informed Mary while her husband was still overseas.

“For the first time in our married life, I got a call from the Air Force and they said he was slated to go to the Air Force Academy [in Colorado], to be a professor of history out there,” she said.

The family lived in Colorado for two years while Bob taught, and the couple’s fourth child, James, was born.

Bob received orders for a second tour of Vietnam in 1971, this time stationed in Saigon (present day Ho Chi Minh City) with the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam, and working under a U.S. Marines general.

“The second tour was not as stressful as the first tour,” Mary said. “It would have been, because they were going to send him over as an advisor, which I See REPLICA Page 43

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All told, Bob served in the U.S. Armed Forces for 28 years as a career officer.

“I don’t think we ever lived any place for longer than two years,” Mary said. “I used to joke that I didn’t have to spring house clean – I just cleared quarters and moved.”

That was hard on the children, who each time went through an adjustment period, but the family “made it an adventure.”

“Bob and I always told them, when he got orders, ‘This is where we’re going to be and this is what we’ll be doing,’” Mary said.

“When we were at the Air Force Academy, Nancy had really settled in there with friends, and she came to her father and she said, ‘I’m so unhappy about moving, because I have to leave all my friends.’ And Bob said, ‘Well, if I didn’t have the job that I have and we didn’t move around the way that we do, you would have never met those friends.’ And that sticks with her, even today,” she added.

Mary said the transition from civilian to military living was also hard on her, at least at first.

“The military life, to me, was a 180 degrees from what I was normally involved in – as a child, I got homesick going to Girl Scout camp overnight!” she said with a laugh.

During much of that time, Mary said she stayed busy as “the epitome of volunteerism.”

“I forget all the things I’ve done,” she said. “I worked as a Red Cross volunteer in the x-ray department, I worked for Army community service as a budget counselor, and you always sit on a lot of committees and boards and make decisions and help out.”

Ocean Pines came into the picture during the early 1970s, when Bob was stationed at the Pentagon.

“We had put away all of his combat pay, and Boise Cascade was making phone calls in those days, and they

called us and said, ‘How about a free weekend in Ocean City?’” Mary said. All they had to do was listen to a sales pitch.

The family stayed at the Executive Motel in Ocean City, and they ended up buying property in Ocean Pines, on Ivanhoe Court, but waited to develop it at the advice of local builder Marvin Steen.

“We had a wonderful weekend in Ocean City, met a lot of nice people, bought a lot, and went home,” Mary said.

The couple were among the original lot owners in Ocean Pines, but they didn’t move to the community until the late 1980s. Still, Mary vividly remembers early visits, from camping in the area that later became White Horse Park, to passing the stables near the South Gate.

Around 1987, the couple revisited Ocean Pines as Bob was preparing to retire. They were living in Alexandria, Virginia at the time.

“We talked to Marvin again, and we put our house in Alexandria up for sale and bought [another] lot that we’re on now, and I chose the house and Marvin built it,” Mary said.

She said the difference in the community, from the first time she saw it to the present, is “night and day.”

“It developed, basically, into what we thought it would be when we first moved down here. And I love it,” she said. “This is my 28th residency and I told Bob when I moved in, ‘this is house number last!’”

Bob and Mary joined the Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation, as lifetime members, when Bob was still alive. However, she became much more involved after he passed away in 2007.

“Chip was on the [foundation] board at the time and he said to me, ‘I think this would be a good fit for you, Mary – you need to get out of the house!’” she said. “So, I wrote a little thing about being an Army wife and volunteering, and I won a one-year term” on the foundation board.

When that one year was up, Mary finished two more years of another

The Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation will host a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial from Washington, D.C. Among the names soon to be listed through In Memory, is U.S. Army Col. Robert Adair. His wife, Mary, entered his name in the program and is an active member of the Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation.

board member’s term, and she never left. She remains a fixture of the foundation to this day.

“I’ve been their assistant treasurer, treasurer, and president,” she said.

Mary said the Veterans Memorial Foundation is important to her, “because it honors veterans, and that was my whole adult life.”

“Anything I can do for the military, I will,” she said.

This year, Mary has been an active part of the volunteer force helping to bring The Wall That Heals to Ocean Pines. She’s working with Jenny Cropper-Rines to develop a history pamphlet and pitching in wherever she’s needed.

“I’m probably on every committee one way or another,” she said. “I’m a worker bee!”

The project, Mary said, is among the most important she has ever worked on. And she recognizes the impact it could have on many others who lost loved ones because of the war.

“We have a lot of friends that passed away in Vietnam, even before it was known to be a combat area,” she said.

“When we were stationed in Germany, we lost a friend, and his name was Robert. And I told my son, ‘I [already] have a Robert Adair,’ so I called him

Robbie after this young man.

“The fact that a lot of people do not have the ability to go to Washington, D.C. to see the wall there, this threequarter replica of it just gives people the opportunity to kind of touch history,” she said.

The Wall That Heals does not usually travel through Maryland, but an exception was made to bring it to Ocean Pines. During its stop in April, the exhibit will honor “Hometown Heroes” from every county on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Virginia, as well as Sussex County in Delaware. Those names, which are also on the wall in Washington, D.C., will be read aloud during ceremonies in Ocean Pines.

“I’m very honored to be a part of this,” Mary said.

Mary also decided to honor Bob through the In Memory program. He died of Lou Gehrig’s disease, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS, and the illness is widely linked to military service.

“It’s been very bittersweet for me to deal with this, because I had to go back and pick up a lot of memories,” Mary said. “But I am awed and honored that the wall will be here, and the fact that they can move it around allows it to be meaningful to so many people.”

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‘Wall That Heals’ ceremonies dates announced for OP (April 9, 2021) The Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation is asking area residents to show their support during several historic events this April as part of the visiting “Wall That Heals” exhibit.

The Wall That Heals is a threequarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., and is sponsored by the national Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund.

“The Wall That Heals travels throughout the United States, giving those who cannot visit the wall in Washington, D.C. the opportunity to honor those who gave their lives for their country in Vietnam,” Memorial Foundation President Marie Gilmore said.

Local people are asked to line the sidewalk along Route 589, south of Manklin Creek Road, on Tuesday, April 20 at 4 p.m. A 53-foot trailer carrying the exhibit will travel to Veterans Memorial Park in Ocean Pines, led by a motorcycle escort of more than 100 volunteers and local law enforcement.

“We’re asking that everyone come and show their support, and safely line the sidewalks to help welcome the Wall That Heals to Ocean Pines,” Gilmore said.

PHOTO COURTESY VIETNAM VETERANS MEMORIAL FUND

The “Wall That Heals” traveling exhibit, a three-quarter-size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., will visit the Worcester County Veterans Memorial at Ocean Pines in late April.

Volunteers will begin assembling the wall at Veterans Memorial Park on Wednesday, April 21. The exbibit will be open to the public, 24 hours a day, from Thursday, April 22 until Sunday, April 25 at 2 p.m.

The Memorial Foundation will host a “welcome home” opening ceremony for the exhibit on Thursday, April 22 at 11 a.m., and a candlelight ceremony on Saturday, April 24 at 7 p.m.

During the latter, Gilmore said guests may walk along the wall, holding a candle, as volunteers read aloud the names of “hometown heroes”

from Worcester County, as well as from other counties on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Virginia, and Sussex County in Delaware.

“This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to visit this exhibit in our community, and to honor the sacrifices of our Vietnam veterans,” Gilmore said. “The Wall That Heals is a national traveling exhibit and does not normally visit Maryland. We’re very happy that an exception was made to bring the wall to Ocean Pines, and we hope that everyone in our community will come and show their support and appreciation.”

Organizers will supply about 100 chairs for each event, but guests are encouraged to bring their own seating.

Covid-19 protocols are still in effect, including mask mandates and social distancing.

Veterans Memorial Park is located at Route 589 and Cathell Road, in Ocean Pines. Public parking will be available and volunteers will staff the exhibit, 24 hours a day.

For more information on the Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation or the Wall That Heals, visit www.opvets.org.

$$ | Kids’ menu | Online ordering See downtown locations for description.

■ JOHNNY’S PIZZA PUB 56th Street, Ocean City 410-723-5600, www.johnnyspizzapub.com $ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Featuring homemade pizzas, 18 gourmet pizzas, a variety of calzones, subs, burgers, sandwiches and jumbo wings with 20 different sauces. Open everyday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Dine in, pickup, carryout and delivery.

■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ 6701 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City 443-664-5639, www.longboardcafe.net $$-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Classic and creative American dishes and cocktails are showcased in a festive, surf-themed setting with weekly specials. Featuring burgers, tacos, prime rib, seafood and more. Closed on Tuesday. Dine-in and curbside pick-up.

■ MARLIN MOON Located in the Double Tree Hotel, 3301 Atlantic Ave., Ocean City 410-289-1201, www.marlinmoonocmd.com $$ Open Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m.to 10 p.m. Restaurant and bar with fresh seafood, small plates, desserts and cocktails.

■ RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT 61st Street Bayside/2nd Floor @ Bayview Bar & Grill, Ocean City 443- 664-7043 $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Bayfront dining with a casual atmosphere. Specializing in burgers, flat breads, crab cakes, shrimp burgers and full dinner specials. Open Friday and Saturday, 4-11 p.m. and Sunday, 1-9 p.m. Happy Hour Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 4-7p.m.

■ SEACRETS 49th Street, Ocean City 410-524-4900, www.seacrets.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar

Open Thursday and Friday, 4 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. with Island atmosphere.

Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood.

Dining Guide ■ PRICE RANGE: $, $$, $$$ ■ RESERVATIONS: Reservations accepted —————————————

DOWNTOWN

South end to 28th Street ■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th Street and Baltimore Avenue, inside The Courtyard by Marriott, Ocean City 410-2897192, www. captainstableoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Breakfast and lunch served Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 8 a.m. - noon and dinner and lite fare served Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 5-9 p.m. Featuring seafood, steaks,and poultry. Daily chef specials. Dine in or carry out available.

■ COASTAL SALT 16th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-973-7258, www.coastalsaltoc.com $$-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Enjoy and dine with the beautiful view of the ocean with Reel Eats & High Spirits. Now open Thursday through Sunday, breakfast, lunch and dinner, 8 a.m. until close. Happy Hour, 2-5 p.m.

Wonderful starters, soups, salads, lite fare, and entrees. Famous bone-in ribeye, burgers, crab cakes, tacos, thyme roasted chicken and so much more. Dine in or carry out.

■ COINS PUB & RESTAURANT 28th Street Plaza and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-289-3100, www.coinspuboc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Casual dining atmosphere for families. Soups, salads, crab cakes, hand cut steaks, fresh seafood, scallops, fresh soft crabs, and specialty dishes. Happy hour daily, 3-6 p.m. with food and drink specials. Early bird daily, 4-6 p.m. with special dinner menu. Open Wednesday through Sunday at noon. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Dine in or carry out.

■ THE DOUGH ROLLER S. Division Street and Boardwalk 410-2893501; 3rd Street and Boardwalk 410-2892599, www.TheDoughRoller.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar An Ocean City family tradition since 1980. Offering breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Buttermilk pancakes, fresh handmade dough pizza and Italian dinners. We have something for everyone!

■ HARBOR WATCH 806 S. Atlantic Ave., Inlet Ocean City 410289-5121, www.harborwatchrestaurant.com $$-$$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Bringing Ocean City the freshest seafood, an award-winning Raw Bar along with certified Angus Beef. Great view of the Ocean City Inlet and Assateague Island. Call for Banquet information. Hours are Friday and Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, 1-8 p.m.

■ PHILLIPS SEAFOOD, CRAB HOUSE 21st Street, Ocean City 410-289-7747, PhillipsSeafood.com $$-$$$ | Full bar Traditional dining and carry out. Hooper’s Island crab cakes, steamed blue crabs, ultimate seafood feast, fried chicken and more.

MIDTOWN

29th to 90th streets ■ 32 PALM Located in The Hilton,32nd Street, Ocean City 410-289-2525, www.32palm.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open daily, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bar and lounge. Western Caribbean cuisine with a mix of traditional Eastern Shore favorites.

■ THE DOUGH ROLLER 41st Street and Coastal Highway 410-5249254; 70th Street and Coastal Highway 410524-7981, www.TheDoughRoller.com

UPTOWN

91st to 146th streets ■ REEF 118 118th Street, in the Carousel, Oceanfront Hotel and Condos, Ocean City 410-524-1000, www.carouselhotel.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Oceanfront dining in a casual atmosphere.

Great ambiance, salads, soups, lite fare, cocktails, drink specials and service. Enjoy chef’s specials, crab cakes, salmon, chicken caprese and shrimp scampi. Friday and Saturday is Prime Rib Dinner for $19.95. Open 7 days a week, 4-10 p.m.

OCEAN PINES ■ CLUBHOUSE BAR AND GRILLE 100 Clubhouse Drive, Ocean Pines 410-6417222, oceanpinesgolf.org/dining $$ | Full bar With sweeping views of the 18th hole, the new Clubhouse Bar and Grille serves freshly prepared breakfast and lunch items. Full bar. Open Thursday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., weather permitting.

■ OCEAN PINES YACHT CLUB 1 Mumford Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410641-7222, www.OPyacht[1]club.com $$-$$$ | Full bar The Ocean Pines Yacht Club offers casual coastal cuisine for lunch and dinner in a beautiful bayfront setting. Fresh seafood, signature drinks, live music and more. Open Thursday through Sunday at 11 a.m.

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POLICE/COURTS

Illegal handgun Jahmarr Deonte Knox, 34, of Milton, Delaware was arrested by Ocean City Police just after midnight on March 30 on the Route 90 bridge and charged with possession of an illegal firearm.

Police said they stopped Knox for failing to stop at a stop sign and after an investigation involving K-9 Smoke, Knox notified one officer that he had a handgun in his glove box. Knox then told the officers that he did not have a license to carry the gun in Maryland, police said.

Knox, police added, was in possession of an unloaded Taurus 9mm handgun and two detachable magazines loaded with 9mm hollow-tipped bullets, one which was found in a compartment on the passenger-side of the vehicle, and the other which was found on the driver’s side.

Sibling rivalry assault Carmello Tarson, 18, of Syracuse, New York was arrested by Ocean City Police at 9:55 a.m. on March 30 near 45th Street and Coastal Highway and charged with second-degree assault.

Police said officers responded a mid-town hotel for a domestic assault, and when they arrived, they found a woman who said she and her brother got into an argument when he punched her in the left eye.

The woman also told the officers that Tarson used a knife to damage her vehicle, police said. Police said Tarson was in possession of the knife and placed under arrest and processed.

Possession of drugs Tonya R. Wilburn, 45, of Chester was arrested by Ocean City Police at 10:28 a.m. on April 1 on Atlantic Avenue and charged with possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia as well as three counts of second-degree assault.

Police said officers responded to a report of a domestic assault, and when they arrived, they found Wilburn asleep. In the room Wilburn was sleeping in, police said, officers found what they believed was cocaine, a straw used to snort the drug, and a debit card used to cut the drug into lines before snorting it.

When Wilburn woke up, police added, she became irate and kicked one of the officers in the leg. She was placed under arrest and processed.

Domestic assault Frankie Eugene Smallwood, 32, of Millersville was arrested by Ocean City Police at 6:30 p.m. on April 1 near 85th Street on Coastal Highway and charged with second-degree assault.

Police said officers responded to reports of an assault that happened

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inside a vehicle, and when they arrived, they spoke to a witness who reported seeing a man driving a black Toyota Camry swat his female passenger’s hand away from the radio, and then punch her in the stomach.

The witness told police that he could hear the man tell the woman not to “sass” him, and when the witness approached the car, it sped off.

Officers spotted the Camry at an Exxon gas station at 85th Street, and once Smallwood got out to walk into the convenience shop, police said, they approached the woman, who appeared upset.

When Smallwood came out of the store, police asked him what happened and he said everything was fine, as did the woman. But after a few minutes, officers were able to get the woman’s consent to walk around to the side of the building where she confessed that she had been punched by Smallwood in the face.

Smallwood denied punching the woman, police said, though after a further investigation, it was determined he had. He was arrested and taken into custody, then processed.

Calendar elicit kinesthetic and linguistic response from young audiences. Register: https://acpl.librarycalendar.com/events/ba by-beats. For 3-10 year olds.

Fri., April 9 ARTIST TALK WITH BILL WOLFF The 2021 Orem & Robinson Fellow for Contemporary Art and Community Engagement, Bill Wolff, will speak about his work, what inspires him, his art processes, his plans for his fellowship year and the new sculpture studio he set up at Salisbury University. Held 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Register: www.artleagueofoceancity.org or 410-524-9433. Free, online event.

BABY BEATS! Meeting via Zoom, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM. The Beatbox Dads are Mr. Root and Mr. Max, two Human Beatboxers from Baltimore. Their show features music, language and movement designed to engage and

TIMELESS TENNIS - FREE CLINIC Ocean Pines Racquet Center, 11443 Manklin Creek Road, 1:00 PM. If you can swing a racket and take a few steps, you can play. All abilities welcome. Training and equipment provided. Sign up: timelesstennisop@gmail.com, 302-270-8118 or visit FB page Timeless Tennis OP.

BOOK DISCUSSION: ‘EMILY DICKINSON’S GARDENING LIFE’ BY MARTA MCDOWELL Meeting via Zoom, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Join this group each month for a lively book discussion. Copies of the books are available

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Hotel disturbance Anthony James Leonard, 38, of Middle River was arrested by Ocean City Police at 2 a.m. at midtown hotel and charged with trespassing and disorderly conduct. Police said Leonard was evicted by the hotel manager after disturbing other guests by playing his music loud, though he would not leave his room.

When officers went to the room, police said, Leonard was there with a woman, and they were told to pick up their belongings and leave or be placed under arrest. Leonard, police added, appeared to be intoxicated, yet despite that, he continued to tell officers that he “knew the system” and worked as a police officer in Baltimore City and Baltimore County, switching between the two.

He also spoke very loudly, police said, and oftentimes guests “wearing pajamas and … sleeping hair caps” would pop their heads out front their rooms to see what was going on.

Rather than leave, Leonard wanted to make sure he got a refund for the night and threatened to call the NAACP and sue the Residence Inn, police noted.

Eventually, Leonard and the women were escorted out of the hotel and told to not return, but nearly 10 minutes later, Leonard walked back in and began arguing with the front desk personnel, disputing the charges and to get his card back. Leonard was taken into custody and placed under arrest for trespassing.

As he was taken to the squad car to be transported to headquarters, police added, Leonard told the officer, “If you ever come to Baltimore, I will treat you with the same courtesy.”

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CALENDAR Continued from Page 45 on Hoopla (hoopla digital.com). Register: worcesterlibrary.org under events.

MARYLAND CRAB CAKE DINNER

Stevenson United Methodist Church, 123 N. Main St., 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM. Cost is $12 for one Maryland crab cake sandwich, green beans, baked potato and cole slaw; $20 for two Maryland crab cake sandwiches, green beans, baked potato and cole slaw; or $8 for Maryland crab cake sandwich. Carryout only.

2ND FRIDAY IN BERLIN

Downtown Berlin, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Live outdoor and indoor music, kids art, shops open late and plenty of restaurants offering outdoor dining. https://www.facebook.com/events/271507 361198452

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BINGO

Columbus Hall, behind St. Luke’s Church, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD. Doors open at 5 p.m. and bingo begins at 6:30 p.m. Masks are required while moving around inside. 410-524-7994

POLLINATOR GARDENING

Meeting via Zoom, 6:30 PM - 7:30 AM. Learn the basics about creating a pollinator garden. Register: worcesterlibrary.org under events.

Sat., April 10 EASTERN SHORE EASTER KEG HUNT

Hopper’s Tap House, 1400 S. Salisbury Blvd. The inaugural Eastern Shore Easter Keg Hunt is coming Saturday, April 10. For more information and to register: http://easternshorekeghunt.com/. Megan Burak, easterkeghuntmd@gmail.com, 443373-3455, http://easternshorekeghunt.com

CYPRESS PARK CLEAN-UP DAY

Volunteers can pick during three time slots: 8:30-10:30 a.m., 10:30-12:30 p.m. or 1-3 p.m. Volunteers will assist Lower Shore Land Trust staff in identifying and removing unwanted vegetation, pruning existing trees and shrubs and removing trash from the Olive Lippoldt Tidal Wetland Garden in Cypress Park, Pocomoke City. Bring gloves and shovels if possible. Sign up: Frank Deuter, Fdeuter@lowershorelandtrust.org or 443-234-5587.

FREE FAMILY ARTS DAY

Ocean City Center for the Arts, 502 94th St., 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Barbara Buford will instruct this class. For the whole family, so children must be accompanied by an adult and adults must be accompanied by a child.

All materials provided. Masks required. Advance registration required: 410-524-9433 or www.ArtLeagueofOceanCity.org/Classes.

move on to sectionals, with hopes to move on to partake at a big league ball park. Preregistration is recommended. Register: www.pitchhitrun.com. Allen Swiger, aswiger@marylandscoast.org, 410-6322144, Ext. 2520, http://www.playmarylandscoast.org

choking rescue and CPR and well as learning safety, first aid, life, business and child care skills. Cost is $50. Trudy Gebhardt, tgebhardt@marylandcoast.org, 410-6322144, Ext. 2514

join the Zoom for songs, rhymes and stories. Optional: have a scarf and rattle/shaker handy for interactive rhymes.

Register: www.worcesterlibrary.org under events.

INTERACTIVE STORY TIME, ‘COLORFUL POP UP BOOKS’

GARDENING WITH GINNY ROSENKRANTZ

KIDS CREATE

Meeting via Zoom, 10:30 AM. Zoom in to see colorful numbers and animals pop off the pages. Also, preview this week’s craft kit: Salt Painting. For ages 2-5 years. Register: www.worcesterlibrary.org under events.

Trimper’s Rides, 700 S. Atlantic Ave., 12:00 PM. Kids can join in to create their own masterpieces to take home. Arts and crafts leaders will be on hand to assist with projects. Art projects organized by the Art League of Ocean City. Unlimited ride wristbands will be discounted to $20. Park events are weather-dependent. http://www.trimperrides.com/upcomingevents

FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

Saturdays - White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Shop for everything from fresh local produce to unique handmade artisan goods. Open to the public.

Sun., April 11 KIDS CREATE

Trimper’s Rides, 700 S. Atlantic Ave., 12:00 PM. Kids can join in to create their own masterpieces to take home. Arts and crafts leaders will be on hand to assist with projects. Art projects organized by the Art League of Ocean City. Unlimited ride wristbands will be discounted to $20. Park events are weather-dependent. http://www.trimperrides.com/upcomingevents

Mon., April 12 DEADLINE FOR SPRING CRAFT WORKSHOP

Northside Park Recreation Complex, 200 125th St. Takes place on April 17 from 10:30 a.m to 3:30 p.m. Cost is $20 for Ocean City residents and $25 for non-residents. Participants should bring a non-perishable lunch and a water bottle. Sign up by April 12: https://rec.ococean.com/wbwsc/webtrac.w sc/SPLASH.html. 410-250-0125

SCIENCE AND SPORTS COMBO CAMP

Worcester County Recreation Center, 6030 Public Landing Road. Students, kindergarten through eighth grade, will have fun with science crafts and competitions in the morning and play sports in the afternoon. All participants are asked to bring a lunch. A snack will be provided. There are two time frames to choose from either 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. for extended care at $40 per child and $35 for each additional child or 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at $35 per child and $30 for each additional child. Derek Jarmon, djarmon@marylandscoast.org, 410-632-2144, Ext. 2509, http://www.playmarylandscoast.org

PITCH, HIT AND RUN EVENT

Northern Worcester Athletic Complex Senior Field, 9906 Buckingham Lane, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Boys and girls, ages 7-14 years, may stop in at any time for their skills assessments on pitching, hitting and running. Assessments will take approximately five minutes per individual. Winners will

SAFE SITTER CLASS

Worcester County Recreation Center, 6030 Public Landing Road, 9:00 AM - 2:30. Registered participants, in grades 6th through 8th, will learn how to be safe home along, watching younger siblings or babysitting.

The group will practice rescue skills, like

TRAVELING THROUGH BOOKS WITH KIKI AND FIFI Held via Facebook, 2:00 PM. Travel vicariously with this intrepid duo as they visit new and exciting places in episode seven.

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING

Meeting via conference call, 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM. Dial 605-472-5789, wait for voice command, then press 944874. TOPS is a weekly support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. Berlin group No. 169. Rose Campion, 410-641-0157

Tues., April 13

Meeting via Zoom, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Rosenkrantz will cover where to plant, how deep to plant, when to plant and what to plant for long lasting springtime beauty.

Register: worcesterlibrary.org under events.

Thurs., April 15 CPAP MASK FITTING

Atlantic General Hospital Sleep Disorders Diagnostic Center, 9733 Healthway Drive.

Free mask fitting clinic for patients who are having trouble adjusting to their CPAP equipment. By appointment only: Robin Rohlfing, 410-641-9726.

ZUMBA FOR ALL LEVELS

Meeting via Zoom, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Join certified Zumba instructor Joyce Landsman for an hour of Zumba. This is a webinar style program, meaning you can practice your moves without being seen.

Register: worcesterlibrary.org under events.

KIDS YOGA WITH MINDFUL START

Meeting via Zoom, 10:30 AM. Join this healthy mind-body movement class, that teaches mindfulness, breathing, sharing and self-regulation. For 3-10 year olds. Register: www.worcesterlibrary.org under events.

DISABILITY 102

Meeting via Zoom, 2:00 PM. Matthew Baxter from the Social Security Administration will discuss work incentives for individuals already receiving disability benefits through either the Social Security or SSI program who are interested in re-entering the workforce without negatively impacting their benefits. Register: worcesterlibrary.org under events.

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP

Meeting via video call, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Group provides discussions and mutual support, as well as education on exercise, nutrition, coping techniques, medications and developments in treatment. Kay Kinnikin, kkinnikin@atlanticgeneral.org, 410641-4765, http://www.delmarvaparkinsonsalliance.or g

Wed., April 14 DEADLINE FOR CHICKEN & DUMPLIN’ CARRYOUT Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department, 10709 Bishopville Road. Event takes place on April 17, 5-7 p.m. Menu includes chicken, dumplings, green beans and sweet potatoes. Cost is $13 and $7 for an additional pint of dumplings. Call ahead by April 14 to have your carryout ready, 619922-9950.

ZOOM WITH YOUR BABY

Meeting via Zoom, 10:30 AM. Babies under 2 years and their caregivers are welcome to

VIRTUAL THERAPEUTIC ART WORKSHOP

Drawing Basic Shapes will be offered to middle and high school students free of charge, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM. Template drawing will teach participants to see paper as a window into a new world by creating a portrait through shapes. All materials will be provided. Register: https://flowcode.com/p/pbPo9SGa.

WORCESTER COUNTY NAACP MEETING

Meeting via Zoom, 6:00 PM. Dr. Jacques Conway, Tidal Health Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician, will present on the topic of Sleep Disorders. Sign in: https//us02web.zoom.us/j/82838101343? pwd=NUZ2UmZGbVc3TWRETWILTGE3 MThhZz09, Meeting ID: 828 3810 1343, Passcode: 913523.

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Meeting via video call, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Collette Higgins, of Body Beautiful, will discuss permanent makeup, 3D areola regimentation, scar camouflage and more. For survivors and current patients battling breast cancer. Women Supporting Women, 410-548-7880

TIMELESS TENNIS - FREE CLINIC

Ocean Pines Racquet Center, 11443 Manklin Creek Road, 6:30 PM. If you can swing a racket and take a few steps, you can play. All abilities welcome. Training and equipment provided. Sign up: timelesstennisop@gmail.com, 302-270-8118 or visit FB page Timeless Tennis OP.

TEEN DISCORD HANGOUT

Held via Discord, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM. The library’s Discord server is a moderated, virtual hangout space for teens, ages 13-18 year, to connect and chat with other teens.

Register: https://worcesterlibrary.libguides.com/discord.

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Middle of the road John Jeffrey Posner, Jr., 28, of Annapolis was arrested by Ocean City Police at 2:10 a.m. on Saturday near Ninth Street on Philadelphia Avenue and charged with disturbing the peace and not allowing cars to pass on a roadway.

Police said Posner was seen standing in the middle of a lane on Philadelphia Avenue waving his arms and shouting “save me,” before crossing several lanes and causing vehicles to stop to avoid hitting him.

The officer took Posner into custody, police said, and when handcuffed he told the officer someone had punched him in the face and that he was trying to get help. A female witness told the officer that Posner and a second man were both walking through traffic shouting “Save Me,” and at one point, Posner blocked her vehicle and shouted, “Save Me,” and “Kill Me,” before laying down in the road, according to police.

Posner was taken to police headquarters where he was processed and held to avoid putting himself and others at risk.

Sidewalk scuffle Robert Lee Hayes, Jr., was arrested

by Ocean City Police at 7:24 p.m. on Saturday near 37th Street and Coastal Highway and charged with second-degree assault and causing property damages less than $1,000.

Police said officers responded to a robbery and when they met the victim, William Berges, he told officers he was assaulted by Hayes.

According to police, Berges said Hayes told him some crack-cocaine, and after replying that he did not have any, Berges told him he could make a call. Then, police said, Berges told officers that Hayes asked him how much money he had, and after scoffing at the comment, Hayes punched Berges in the face.

The two men began to fight, and eventually during the scuffle, Hayes threw Berges’s phone onto the ground, shattering the screen, police said. After an investigation, Hayes was placed under arrest and taken to police headquarters for processing.

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H2O disturbance Lefere Daquan Alston, 22, of Hanover, Pennsylvania was arrested

by Ocean City Police at 11:18 p.m. on Saturday at the H2O Nite Club on Worcester Street and charged with second-degree assault, disorderly conduct, and other offenses.

Police said officers were told that a man was “going crazy” in front of the club’s entrance, and when they arrived, they found Alston, who was surrounded by about eight people who were trying to calm him down.

Alston tried to get back into the club before being stopped by security, police said, at which point Alston pushed the security guard’s hands away. Alston appeared intoxicated, police added, and when they approached him, Alston put his hands on the officer’s chest saying to “get off me.” Alston pushed the officer

away, police said, and the officer attempted to place him under arrest, though he resisted.

Another officer on the scene tased Alston, police noted, and he was eventually able to be taken into custody.

He was taken to Atlantic General hospital by Ocean City EMS for treatment, and a blood sample revealed he was intoxicated.

vehicle with his while she was travelling north on the southbound portion of the reoad.

When officers approached Sapia, it was determined that she was under the influence of alcohol. Sapia was placed under arrest before refusing to submit to a breathalyzer, then transported to headquarters for processing.

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Tracey Lynn Sapia, 51, of Ocean City was arrested by Ocean City Police at 5:43 p.m. on Sunday on South Baltimore Avenue and charged with driving while under the influence of alcohol, driving the wrong way on a one-way street, and reckless driving, among other charges.

Police said Sapia was involved in a car crash, and the driver of the other vehicle stated that he struck Sapia’s

William Andrew Berges, 22, a homeless man, was arrested by Ocean City Police at 11:08 p.m. on Sunday at the Comfort Inn hotel at 112th Street and Coastal Highway and charged with fourth-degree burglary and possession of drug paraphernalia. Police said a front desk employee for the hotel told officers that a man was sleeping in one of the Continued on Page 48

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When the officers got a peak into the room, police said, they saw a shadow that was moving as well as needles. Eventually, Berges opened the door, police said, and reportedly told officers he knew he was not supposed to be in the room. He added that he got a key from one of the hotel maintenance workers, police said.

Berges was detained, and a search of the room uncovered several used hypodermic needles next to multiple empty baggies used to package heroin and fentanyl. When he was searched, officers found 20 more baggies on Berges and asked if there was any heroin in them, police said.

Berges said they were empty, police added, though they originally contained fentanyl, not heroin. Police said he was also in possession of a marijuana smoking pipe with residue determined to be from marijuana.

Berges was placed under arrest and taken to police headquarters for processing.

Pedestrian hit and run Albert Orlando Dennis, III, 32, of Ocean City was arrested by Ocean City Police at 1:03 a.m. on Monday on Wicomico Street and charged with second-degree assault, reckless driving, and several other charges. Police said a woman told officers she met a guy at the Crawl Street Tavern who began flirting with her and wanted to take her back to his house, and when she declined, the man got angry, threw his drink at her, and walked out of the bar.

The woman told police she went to confront him outside, and when she stood on the corner of the street to find him, a white Mercedes Benz was headed in her direction, the police report read. The woman moved back-

wards to avoid getting hit, but the car hit her, and she fell backward, injuring her lower back.

Police said the woman identified the driver as the same man who threw a drink at her in the bar, and when officers located the car, they found Dennis behind the wheel. He told officers, police said that he was at the Crawl Street Tavern and remembered speaking to the woman but got mad when she called him a racial slur – he also admitted to seeing her fall to the ground on the street corner but did not stop to check on her because he believed she was faking the injury.

Damage to the vehicle, police said, resembled that of striking a pedestrian, and Dennis was taken into custody. After a positive identification from the woman, Dennis was taken to police headquarters where he was processed.

Downtown stabbing Luis A. Berrios, 37, of Philadelphia was arrested by Ocean City Police at 2:02 a.m. on April 2 on St. Louis Avenue and charged with first-degree assault. Police said officers were dispatched to the property in response to a stabbing, and when they arrived Berrios was bleeding from his arm and said, “She stabbed me, bro!”

Police said Tamira Samuels told officers she was out drinking with Berrios at a Boardwalk bar, and as Berrios began to drink heavily, he attempted to fight with people in the bar.

When Samuels told Berrios, it was time to leave, he began to get even more angry, but they eventually left, she reported. When they got back to their rental on St. Louis Avenue, she told police, Berrios began banging on things and she attempted to lock him out. But out of fear that he would break the door down, she allowed him

FRANCIS EDWARD DOLAN Ocean City Francis Edward Dolan, age 89, died on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at his home in Ocean City.

Born in Baltimore, he was the son of the late Daniel and Evelyn May Dolan.

He is survived by his son, Daniel Dolan and his wife, Lonnie, of Glen Rock, PennsylvaFrancis Dolan nia; Lori F. Thompson and her husband, Charles; and Michelle Arnold and her husband, William, all of Baltimore.

There are seven grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.

Preceding him in death were his beloved wife, Dolores Dolan, and siblings, Ronald “Bud” Dolan and Shirley Cover.

Continued on Page 49 back in. Once in the house, police were told, Berrios began to punch Samuels in the face and when she attempted to take a beer out of his hands to get him to stop drinking, he swung it at her and nearly missed her head.

Samuels told police she grabbed what she thought was a fork, and “slashed” at Berrios to defend herself, soon realizing she was holding a knife. She told police that Berrios pinned her against a refrigerator and began to punch Samuels in the face continuously while he pulled her hair for nearly 30 seconds.

When Samuels was able to break free, she told police that she grabbed a beer bottle, gathered her children, and went upstairs to call 911. Police said there were nine children at the crime scene who gave a recollection of similar events. Berrios was placed under arrest and taken to headquarters for processing.

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HOROSCOPE ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Now may be a great time to reevaluate your finances, Aries. Investments could be the right path for now, but you may want to seek some professional advice.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 A message from a business partner could bring welcome news, Taurus.

This might be the break you are waiting for at this juncture in your life.

Career changes could be in store.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, expect to engage in a very interesting conversation this week. This person has not crossed your path in a while, and the reconnection sparks new goals.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, frustrations could arise that make you want to vent some anger.

Channel your energy into something productive, such as a kickboxing class.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Obstacles at work or home interfere with your ability to work efficiently, Leo. Even though tasks may take you a little longer, don’t throw in the towel just yet.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, do your best to lighten the atmosphere around the house this week. Encourage others to kick up their heels and keep the focus on fun and fun alone.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Avoid any drama or chaos that may surround you this week, Libra. Others may seem on edge, but you can remain calm. Quarantine yourself at home and the storm will blow over.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, even though a few setbacks come your way, your financial situation still looks very promising this week. Figure out how to capitalize on this favorable position.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 You are usually laid back and calm, Sagittarius. However, when something goes against your beliefs this week you are ready to stand up for morals or concerns.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 This may not be a good week to travel, Capricorn. Look over your itinerary again and try to reconfigure them so you can travel later on instead.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, trust your gut instinct about big financial moves regardless of any advice you’re getting from others. You’ll likely see that now isn’t the time for spending.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 A bumpy start to the week that has you questioning several choices will smooth out, Pisces. The weekend will be very productive.

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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 48 Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Dolan had served in the United States Navy, and later was a captain in the Baltimore Fire Department.

After retiring and moving to Ocean City, he was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church. He was an avid sports fan and followed the University of Maryland Terrapins, Orioles and Ravens.

Cremation followed his death. Services will be announced at a later date. Interment will be in St. Peter’s Columbarium in Ocean City.

JAMES R. EISENHAUER, JR. Ocean Pines On March 29, 2021, Jim aka Ike, Coach, Ghost Rider, Bluesman, found the wave of a lifetime and rode it into the sunset.

He always said, “Sometimes you just have to wait for the right wave.” After suffering complications from a stroke, the tide was right as he caught the perfect wave out.

J. Eisenhauer A career law enforcement officer for over 40 years, he served with the Washington Metropolitan Police, Department of Natural Resources Police, Anne Arundel County Sheriff’s Office, and most recently the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office.

He valued his brothers and sisters in blue and the lifetime friendships born from mutual respect.

Jim loved riding his Harley. He found that the love of riding could go hand in hand with the love of serving others.

He forged close bonds with his brothers and sisters in Hogs and Heroes and Bikers Without Borders.

Jim never knew a stranger and began or ended his conversations with “my friend.”

He was always in perpetual motion, on or planning his next adventure with family and friends. Most recently, declaring that cycling in the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon was the best family trip, yet. He was excited about riding the entire Pine Creek Rail Trail of 62 miles with his son, James.

There was nothing better than a great beach day, riding the waves with his wife, Leslie.

The best end to a great beach day was to celebrate with an orange crush or a rum bucket and a little “dessert” called Fireball, many times with his Taylor’s “family.” He always talked about how great the quality of life was living here, at the beach.

Spring was especially exciting for Jim, as that was the start of the baseball season. He loved attending minor league games with friends and family, watching the Bowie Baysox and the Delmarva Shorebirds.

Cooperstown held a special place in his heart as he was able to see his son pitch a winning game at Cooperstown Dreams Park and revisit the town with

his baseball loving friends in later years.

Music was part of his soul. He was a true bluesman and was on the board of directors of the Central Delaware Blues Society.

He never missed attending the Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival and loved live music venues, wearing his signature bowler hat. As he left home for the final time, he was escorted by the Nighthawks rendition of “When I Go Away.”

His wife, Leslie; son, James; brother, John; sisters, Theresa, Barbara, Joan, Becky, Cathy, and Mary Jo; and stepmother, Mary Ellen, will continue to gaze into the sunset in awe of the bright new shade of “blue” that graces the sky.

Ride on…Rock on…the music is far from over…

Donations in his name can be made to nonprofits Bikers Without Borders Foundation Bishopville, Maryland; Central Delaware Blues Society; C.O.P.S. Concerns of Police Survivors; Hogs and Heroes Foundation, Inc. Chapter 8 Patriot Point (Maryland); Shriners Hospital, or a nonprofit of your choice.

His ashes will be spread in the ocean this fall, his favorite time of year at the beach. The trip to sea will be followed by his favorite time of day, Happy Hour.

Date and location will be posted as soon as determined.

Arrangements are in the care of Eastern Shore Cremation and Funeral Service, 504 Franklin Avenue, Berlin, Maryland.

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SUNRISE

The sun rises behind Randy Hofman’s sand sculpture on the beach near Second Street.

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DJ charged with Boardwalk noise violations (April 9, 2021) Would-be Boardwalk DJ David L. Halmon, 30, of Washington, D.C. faced the music of a different sort Monday, and emerged from District Court with a probationbefore-judgment verdict on six counts of disturbing the peace and noise violations.

Halmon pleaded not guilty to all counts, but Judge G. Fletcher Halmon responded by placing Halmon on unsupervised probation for six months.

The case arose out complaints

about the volume of the music Halmon was playing on the boards last June.

Police said halmon could often be found on the Boardwalk near First Street with two speakers set up playing loud music and occasionally freestyling with two juveniles in the evening hours.

Police told Halmon on several occasions that he needed to lower the volume of his music to a reasonable level, but Halmon did not comply.

As a result, police obtained noise meter readings from various dis-

Teams go out in search of Easter kegs this Saturday (April 9, 2021) The inaugural Eastern Shore Easter Keg Hunt will take place on Saturday, April 10, where teams of up to four will register to find empty kegs hidden from Cambridge to Ocean City.

The event will kick off at Hopper’s Taphouse in Salisbury, where teams will be given clues to find the hidden kegs sponsored by local businesses.

Teams that find and return the kegs will win prizes from event sponsors.

Sponsors include Hoop Tea, Hopper’s Taphouse, Alley Oops, The Good Beer Festival, Pit & Pub, Evolution Craft Brewing Company, Wicomico County Tourism, Vintage 414, Island Creamery, Blue Ruin, Fat Ricky’s, Backshore Brewing Company, Oasis Travel, Ocean Downs Casino, Autumn Wine Festival, Ocean City Taphouse, Cork Bar, The Angry Axe and Rage Room, Mojo’s Urban Eatery, and Ayers Creek Adventures.

The Hoop Tea after-party will take place at Hopper’s Taphouse with live music, games, food, drinks and prize announcements. Creative team names and costumes are encouraged.

A 50/50 raffle will also take place at the after-party with proceeds going to the Delmarva Blast Soccer Club.

The Eastern Shore Easter Keg

tances from Halmon’s operation to support the unreasonably loud noise complaints. Police also found that Halmon’s operation also drew large crowds on the Boardwalk and the surrounding areas on First Street.

Police subsequently charged Halmon with 10 counts of disturbing the peace and noise violations, 10 counts of disorderly conduct and two counts of failure to obey a reasonable and lawful order.

“The Town of Ocean City and the Ocean City Police Department, welcome individuals to express them-

selves and enjoy their time here in Ocean City,” said Ocean City Police Chief Ross Buzzuro. “We do ask that you do so in a manner that does not disturb the peace of others. Thank you to all the citizens and business partners that assisted us in this case.”

Anyone who wishes to report a noise violation in Ocean City, can contact the Ocean City Police Department at 410-723-6610. To remain anonymous, contact the Crime Tip line at 410-520-5136 or crimetips@oceancitymd.gov.

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Hunt is the idea of local business owners, Jamie Lowe and Megan Burak of Pineapple Man Productions.

“We wanted to put on an event that gets people excited about the Eastern Shore and all it has to offer,” Lowe said. “I’ve lived out here for 10 years and found so many great places to explore on the shore. I think those places, businesses and people have something to offer and highlighting them is what we are trying to accomplish.

“Covid had a massive impact on everything, but the great thing about this Easter Keg Hunt is that it is designed to be a socially-distanced event,” Lowe continued. “Grab you friends, hop in your car, and go hunting! Find out what the shore has to offer and start the spring and summer season strong.”

Teams can register for $100 by going to www.easternshorekeghunt.com.

Deadline for registration has been extended to the day of the event (April 10).

Like the Eastern Shore Easter Keg Hunt on Facebook and follow on Instagram to stay updated or visit https://www.easternshorekeghunt.com.

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