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Inlet shoaling plan emerges Feds, state, county agree on how to proceed with deepening shallow channel

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (April 20, 2018) For the first time, the parties involved in trying to correct the shoaling problem at the Ocean City Inlet have put pen to paper and delivered a plan for how to proceed. For years, dozens of meetings on the topic have taken place, but nothing produced an actual document with expectations, cost estimates and a rudimentary timeline. “This is about a five-year process,” said Tony Clark, representing the

Army Corps of Engineer. “We’re three to four months in right now.” Clark said the project is already about two weeks behind schedule, as a required a cost-benefit analysis, as well as establishing how many vessels use the harbor, hasn’t been completed. A disposal site for any material removed from the inlet also has to be identified. Clark said the county landfill is being considered. Right now, the project is moving forward with funding provided by the county, state and federal government. “Ocean City said it would not contribute,” County Administrator Harold Higgins said. Ocean City Commissioner Joe

Mitrecic objected to Higgins’ assertion and said that Ocean City only said it would not use beach replenishment funds for the project, and that the resort hadn’t been asked to contribute to the project. A motion offered by Commissioner Chip Bertino to ask Ocean City to contribute financially to the effort passed 6-1, with Mitrecic as the lone “nay” vote. However, the county caught a break from the Department of Natural Resources, in that the agency maintains a Waterway Improvement Fund paid for with boat fees and taxes. The catch is the fund is intended to work on shallow water channels that are seven feet deep or less, but beSee AGREEMENT Page 6

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (April 20, 2018) Although the show is still in development, the Ocean City Council has agreed to spend n e a r l y $200,000 to help create the Jellyfish Festival, a three-day celebration of music and extreme sports tentatively slated for next June on the beach and other venues in the resort. The event is t h e brainchild of Live Wire Media’s Brad Hoffman, who first joined Endless Summer owner Salty Selt to produce a marriage of top-flight musicians and extreme sports stars. More recently, the pair brought in a new partner, Illusion Sound & Lighting owner Brian Giblin, who owns massive stage infrastructure and has extensive music industry contacts. The festival concept was pitched on April 5 to the Tourism Advisory Board, which voted unanimously to forward the matter to the mayor and council. Tourism Advisory Board Chairman Greg Shockley told the council Monday night that Hoffman had initially introduced the idea by himself but was rebuffed. “Brad came back with Salty and we sent him away again and they did more work,” he said. “They came See OC COUNCIL Page 5

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OC Council endorses new festival proposal Continued from page 1 back with Brian Giblin and that was the piece that finalized the package.” Although musical acts are still being finalized, Shockley said the intent is a family-oriented event. Shockley said the tourism advisory board recommends tentative approval of approximately $198,000, or 75 percent of a $220,000 funding request, which will be subject to a memo of understanding between the city and event organizers. “They need this initial commitment, not a final commitment, to get this process started,” he said. With council approval, Shockley said organizers could begin booking performers and launching publicity campaigns. Tentatively budgeted to cost about $265,000, organizers have pledged to contribute at least $45,000. The venue costs are estimated at $67,000, with marketing costs of roughly $35,000. Musical acts and athletes are budgeted at around $127,000. “They need that lead time to accomplish the goals and to get started with you guys as well,” he said. Early plans call for three music venues, including the beach and convention center, managed by the city, in addition to 10 local private events. Attendance of at least 10,000 is anticipated, with a potential for 2,000 lodging room nights over three days. Tourism and Marketing Director Donna Abbott said the advisory board closely vetted all aspects of the proposal. “They didn’t just rubber-stamp it,” she said. “Brad and Salty explained it as … South by Southwest meets the Dew Tour. It’s kind of an unique Ocean City event.” When Giblin was introduced to the equation, being unfamiliar with his background, Abbott found that he had impressive music festival credentials.

“He has extensive experience working with big acts with sound, lighting and stage systems,” she said. “He has the materials and the infrastructure to be able to come in and set up a concert stage on the beach, or anywhere for that matter.” For the past three years, Giblin has managed sound and lighting for the musical acts performing at the Delaware State Fair. “The general manager from the Delaware State Fair gave a glowing reference,” she said. “I think he is the key to having a successful music event.” Councilman Tony DeLuca asked what level of funding the Tourism Advisory Board has available. Abbott said $267,000 is left in the current fiscal year budget, with $300,000 pending approval for inclusion in the fiscal 2019 budget, which goes into effect July 1. Councilman Dennis Dare asked what locations, besides the beach and convention center, are being considered for musical acts. Abbott said Northside Park or the Ocean Bowl Skate Park are among the options being discussed. “For a long-term effort, it could expand beyond that,” she said. “Some of the business community is interested in … terms of having music in their own venues in the evening so we can kind of spread this out.” Contingent on council approval, more detailed plans would be forthcoming in several weeks, Abbott said. Shockley said while minimal information is bound to elicit innumerable questions, most concerns would be addressed as plans are cemented. “It needs to get into the MOU process … and I think a lot will become clearer as we move forward,” he said. “We’re using our main asset, which is the beach and the Boardwalk, and the goodness of Ocean City to pull off an event.”

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Following unanimous council approval, Mayor Rick Meehan lauded Hoffman and Selt for bringing Giblin on board as a partner in this ambitious venture. “When you put all three of these gentleman together, I think they have the ability to put on the type of event we’re looking for,” he said. “This really has substance … and has the earmarking’s of a successful event.” Hoffman later said he began to formulate an idea for an extreme sports and music four years ago after the Dew Tour departed. Hoping to foster collaborative economic development, Hoffman collected signatures of support from roughly 60 businesses. “The town, businesses and stakeholders need to work together,” he said.

Hoffman envisions the event spreading across town like jellyfish tentacles, with shows in numerous private venues, in addition to large stage attractions. Although professional and local athletes from the surf and skateboarding realms will be on hand, Hoffman saud he wants family members of all ages to be participants in some of the activities rather than just spectators. “Kids can meet top athletes and do their own thing,” he said. “We plan on having a family fitness zone on the beach.” Hoffman said the intent is to create a long-term event with localized elements that attracts a wide audience. “Now the wheels are in motion,” he said. “We want to come out of the gates as a national festival.”

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (April 20, 2018) Seeing exposure on White Marlin Open broadcasts as an opportunity to reach a large audience for a relatively small sum, Ocean City government will spend $3,000 to be a sponsor of the daily coverage. Scott Lenox of “Hooked on OC,” who presented the proposal to the Tourism Commission last Monday, said a pre-show segment is being added for the live broadcast of the 45th annual White Marlin Open, scheduled for Aug. 6-10. Lenox said exclusive daily sponsorships are available for $5,000, with Ocean City eligible for discounted pricing as a previously affiliated advertiser. Short commercial spots are again available, with prices remaining at $2,500 for 30 seconds and $1,500 for half that time. “Last year, we sold that out,” he told the City Council Monday. In 2017 Ocean City paid $4,000 for two 30-second commercials, which Lenox said get aired five times daily. Lenox also told the council the

pre-show portion would close with a five-minute segment highlighting the daily sponsor and would include its watermark onscreen for the duration of the broadcast. “This year we wanted more bang for the buck for advertisers,” he said. In terms of marketing reach, Lenox said the 2017 internet live stream had more than 200,00 views in over 90 countries. Since taking over the weeklong broadcast two years ago with a camera and laptop, Lenox has added a pair of large video panels to enhance the spectator experience by the scales. Councilwoman Mary Knight said the sponsorship would provide an ideal time to promote upcoming fall events, a notion backed by Tourism and Marketing Director Donna Abbott. “People in the afternoon are pulling up the live stream on their iPhone,” Knight said. The council voted unanimously to accept the Tourism Commission recommendation to invest $3,000 for a daily sponsorship and $4,000 for a pair of commercial spots.

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dredge Currituck was recently damaged on a job and might take up to a month to return to service, Clark said. The Currituck and the Murden are the two dredges the Army Corps of Engineers use in the district that contains Worcester and Ocean City. But, there is also not much dredging occurring this year. Assateague Island restoration is scheduled for two passes — from April 25 until May 8 and another 15-day session in August — and there is only enough funding for one additional emergency dredge this year. The corps has determined that dredging will take place in July.

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Workers continue to prepare the midtown median for the installation of the fence. This project, like the repaving of a portion of Coastal Highway, is scheduled to be completed before Memorial Day.

Continued from page 3 the convention center on 41st Street to 62nd Street. Intended to increase public safety, the median project will include five-foot-tall fencing, landscaping and LED lighting for improved visibility. “We have installed light poles along the median fence to help light it up,” she said. “Foliage planted along median is upcoming.” The 40-foot-tall LED light poles have arms extending between four and 10 feet in length, which are staggered to match the fence design, Hankerson said. “The actual fence is not straight — it has more of a wave design,” she said. “The lighting goes along with the movement of the fence. As the fence curves the light poles will curve.” The repaving work picks up where road resurfacing left off last spring, when Coastal Highway received new asphalt between 62nd Street and the Delaware line “We are working to do the milling portion and then paving,” she said. After milling the northbound portion this week, Hankerson said that section would be paved next week, while simultaneously milling the southbound lanes. As road work inches towards the finish line this spring, Hankerson said drivers would continue to experience both single- and double-lane closures, principally during off-peak hours. “Multiple lane closures should be expected,” she said. “We hope to have the paving and milling done by the second or third week of May.” George & Lynch Inc. of Dover, Delaware, is under contract with the Maryland Department of Transportation and the State Highway Administration for the $6.5 million project.

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Maryland GOP blasts Mathias in attack ad Carozza camp denies any knowledge of mailer, while incumbent defends position

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (April 20, 2018) With last year’s revelation that Maryland Republicans are specifically targeting Sen. Jim Mathias (D-38) in the upcoming election in an effort to flip five seats and thus defeat the Democratic supermajority in the senate, the chances were good the race would turn ugly at some point. Some would argue it already has. A mailer paid for by the Maryland Republican Party under the authority of Treasurer R. Christopher Rosenthal was distributed to resort residents last week sharply criticizing Mathias for a vote he made during the session. One entire side of the mailer is an image of an ice cream truck with the slogan “Jim Mathias is making it easier to get heroin than ice cream.” The Maryland Republican Party did not respond to questions or a request for comment about the advertisement. The bill in question is SB288, and was sponsored by Brian Feldman (D15), Roger Manno (D-16) and Mathias. The summary of the bill prepared by the nonpartisan Department of

Legislative Services describes it as authorization for a community-based organization to establish an Overdose and Infectious Disease Prevention Supervised Drug Consumption Facility program in one or more jurisdictions. “A program must, among other requirements, provide a supervised location where drug users can use pre-obtained drugs as well as other services, education and referrals,” the summary reads. A community organization wishing to offer these services would have to have been approved by the Maryland Department of Health and the local health department. Among other requirements listed in the bill, the facility must provide a clean needle exchange, answer questions about safe injection practices, administer first aid and monitor for potential overdose, provide referrals to other health care services, educate participants on contracting HIV and hepatitis, provide overdose prevention education and provide security and staff, according to the analysis. The center also could not be located in areas zoned for residential use. Mathias sits on the committee the bill was assigned to, and voted for the bill to move forward. Mathias said he sensed what would happen should the

bill pass, and said he pulled the bill before it could be moved to a full senate vote. “I saw the environment we were in. I saw we were not ready for this and we pulled it back,” he said. This translated, in the advertising mailer, to Mathias wanting to use taxpayer dollars to allow children to shoot up heroin consequence-free in the community. “We’ve debated and discussed many bills on this epidemic: prescription monitoring, pill mills, Narcan training, etc. … Gov. Hogan declared an opioid crisis and designated $50 million toward that effort,” he said. “Despite all of that, we still had 2,000-2,500 deaths in Maryland. These are daughters, sons, fathers and mothers.” He said he saw similar programs working in Europe and, closer to home, Philadelphia, and thought that communities should have the option of undertaking these steps if that’s what they chose to do. “Sadly, this is a predictor. Sadly, to the people of District 38, this is what they can look forward to. Sadly, this is not just a predictor but demonstrates a propensity for this behavior,” Mathias said. “If you’re going to malign a person with a good bipartisan record

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (April 20, 2018) The expanded lodging options in West Ocean City and the additional room taxes they produce for the county has led Mayor Rick Meehan to ask the county for a slice of that pie to support the resort’s marketing of the area. Councilwoman Mary Knight said on Monday the topic of marketing to distinguish Ocean City from unincorporated West Ocean City arose during the Tourism Commission meeting last week. “The discussion came up when (County) Commissioner (Joe) Mitrecic talked about the growth in room tax there,” she said. In his March report to the City Council, Mitrecic said room taxes in unincorporated West Ocean City were expected to grow by $325,000 in fiscal 2019. “That’s from the new hotels across the bridge which your advertising dollars help to promote,” Mitrecic told the council. The following day, Meehan highlighted the issue when making resort government’s annual grant request to the commissioners. “I did … talk about the additional

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hotels and the additional rooms that are now in West Ocean City and the amount of room tax they are collecting,” he said this week. Meehan also revisited a previous point of contention regarding state-allocated tourism grants administered by the county. The grants stipulate that marketing bought with this money must contain the county marketing arm’s web address (URL), visitworcester.org, as well as the resort’s site, ococean.com. “All of those hotels are promoted and actually booked through ococean.com,” he said. “That is the site that we ought to be sending everybody to.” Knight said the tourism grant, which totaled $270,000 last year, calls for the inclusion of the county’s tourism website or its tagline, “Beach and Beyond,” in online marketing materials. “That limits us to written advertising and billboards,” she said. Meehan said he showed the commissioners screen shots of ococean.com, which promotes locales throughout Worcester County, including Berlin, Assateague and Snow Hill. “It makes sense that would be the URL everyone is directed to and it shouldn’t have to have that second URL,” he said. “Which is not a requirement of the grant, it’s just something Worcester County has asked for.” “I also asked, based on the fact there are 500-600 additional hotel rooms to be filled in this area, for an additional $100,000 in grant money for tourism,” he said. While still awaiting the county budget process to play out, Meehan expressed optimism both sides could reach an amicable agreement. “Hopefully, both of those will resonate with the county commissioners [and] they’ll see the light with regard to the URL and also add additional money to the tourism grant,” he said.

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (April 20, 2018) St. Paul’s by-theSea Episcopal Church at 302 Baltimore Ave. will mark the dawning of a new era next week with the dedication of Fellowship Commons, a recently completed 2,300-square-foot, two-story addition, built to replace a portion previously destroyed by fire. The Blessing of The Fellowship Commons is scheduled for April 28 at 1 p.m. The Right Rev’d Santosh Marray, Bishop of the Diocese of Easton, will lead the ceremony, along with St. Paul’s Vestry Wardens. Tom Shuster, church reconstruction team project manager, said the ceremony is open to the public. “We are pleased to reach the conclusion of the journey of the church reconstruction,” he said. The vestry, a group of lay people elected by the parish to work with the rector, first contracted with Becker Morgan Group architectural firm to develop site plans, after which Shuster said contractor Gillis Gilkerson was selected to build the addition. Last May, Gilkerson broke ground on the project to replace the northwest portion of the Gothic Revival wood-shingled church that housed the original rectory, which was razed in May 2014. The fire that ravaged the building took place five months earlier, on the morning of Nov. 26, 2013 when John Sterner, 56, a frequent visitor to the Shepherd’s Crook Ministry, a food

pantry operated from the church rectory, burst into the building smelling of gasoline and set himself on fire. The ensuing blaze, which occurred two days before Thanksgiving, engulfed the two-story rectory and took the life of church pastor Rev. David Dingwall who was trapped in an upper floor office. Sterner also died, but it was after he grabbed Dana Truitt, a church volunteer, who was critically injured with severe third-degree burns. The former rectory, which had housed the church offices, was built in 1923 as an addition to the church, which was originally constructed in 1900 after John Waggaman had donated land in 1898. The structure, which is the only Ocean City building listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, is notable for pointedarch openings and stained glass windows. The Fellowship Commons is equipped with a larger, more modern elevator, additional storage space, a new ground level lobby, gathering space at the sanctuary level, a meeting and conference space, a new driveway and additional restroom in the parish’s community hall. Shuster said the Fellowship Commons would serve the congregation for the foreseeable future, while also harkening back to an earlier era. “Our guiding principal was to have the new construction complement and appear as though its architectural style was completely consistent with the existing church structure,” he said. “It’s another iconic structure to add to the downtown of Ocean City.”

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In anticipation of the 2018 tourist season, the City Council approved a bid recommendation for the first phase of a two-year project to limit vehicular access to the Boardwalk. City Engineer Terry McGean told the council on Monday the lowest bid of

three received was from West Ocean City-based Apex Business Solutions for more than $139,000. McGean said Apex submitted a bid package about $50,000 less than the next contractor. “Where they were low was on the mobilization and de-mobilization costs,” he said. “Which makes sense because this is a local company.” The council unanimously approved the bid award, which includes a 45-day window for installation.

Special surfers Tourism Advisory Board Chairman Greg Shockley presented a funding request from the nonprofit Good Day Foundation Chesapeake chapter to provide a memorable water-based experience for special needs children in Ocean City this September. Shockley said the tourism advisory board unanimously approved recommending the nonprofit receive $1,000 to offset costs of the event, which is scheduled for Sept. 8-9. “It’s very similar to Surfers Healing Challenge,” he said. “Children with difficulties are taken … and exposed to the water for a couple days.” Organizers anticipate approximately 2,000 people will travel at least 30 miles to attend the weekend event. The Good Day Foundation has a budget of $8,000 for the gathering, which it foresees attracting approximately 200 children with special needs

to the beach for body boarding, tandem surfing, kayaking, paddle boarding and related activities. The council voted unanimously to support the funding request.

OCDC grants The council approved resolutions supporting two grant requests from the Ocean City Development Corporation through the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. The first request, for more than $360,000 in grants from the state’s Community Legacy Program, would support four projects. In addition to $50,000 each for the Business Assistance and the Green Building Initiative programs, $75,000 is earmarked for the façade improvement program, with the remaining $186,000 dedicated to intersection improvements at St. Louis and First Street. In 2008, a concept of a flood control program for the intersection was completed but never implemented. The remaining project costs, estimated to total $372,000, still needs to be funded federally or locally. The design work is tentatively slated for spring 2019 with construction set to commence after summer. The council also approved a resolution supporting a $364,000 grant request from the state’s Strategic Demolition – Smart Growth Impact Fund for a revitalization project at 209 16th Street. The application deadline for both state grants is May 15.

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Worcester water, sewer rate fees to increase, not usage Commissioners to consider combining The Landings into adjacent service area

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (April 20, 2018) As the county commissioners reviewed proposed fee hikes for water and sewer services throughout Worcester during last week’s budget review session, they were also told they needed to devise a solution to The Landings service area’s problem of too few EDUs to sell and not enough customers to cover costs. Water and sewer plants are part of the county’s Enterprise Fund, which are intended to support themselves through fees and other charges besides property tax revenue. The county dump in Newark is also considered an Enterprise Fund. If an Enterprise Fund collects more than it spends in a year, the overage is put into a reserve account, for use when that site might not be so fortunate. This year, according to Jessica Wilson, enterprise fund controller, The Landings service area posted a $55,000 loss, and has no reserves to cover the cost. Rate increases on The Landings customers would be “significant” in Wilson’s words, so simply hiking the bill wouldn’t work, and could make the problem worse. “My concern for The Landings is that Ocean Pines has the same problem, but it has EDUs to sell that The Landings doesn’t have,” Wilson said. Equivalent dwelling units, or EDUs are a measure of how much water and sewer capacity a wastewater treatment plant has. It’s meant to approximate the daily usage for a single-family household. Commissioner Chip Bertino asked when action might be considered. “We’re past that point now,” Water and Wastewater Supervisor John Ross said. To make up the shortage, The Landings will need to borrow from other service areas’ reserves to make up the cost. But by no means are the customers of The Landings the only ones who might see their bills go up next year, as almost ever other service area in Worcester County was proposed to have fee increases, usually around ten percent per quarter. At Assateague Point, customers could see a $10 grinder surcharge, water and sewer rates for trailers go from $80 to $85 and the sewer-only rate jump to $135.50 from $127.50. In Briddletown, the water-only commercial rates are proposed to increase based on the number of EDUs the business uses. For one EDU the rate goes from $45 to $49.50, for two EDUs it jumps to $68.75 from $62.50, between three and 13 EDUs

the rate goes to $137.50 from $125, between 14-24 the rate hikes to $206.25 from $187.5, from 25-39 EDUs the quarterly rate jumps from $250 to $275 and for more than 40 EDUs the rate increases to $412.50 from $375. In Edgewater, the water and sewer base fee is proposed to increase $10 from $150 to $150 each quarter, and the flat rate domestic charge is set to do the same, from $223 to $233. At The Landings, the base fee is proposed to go from $215 to $230, and the charge per EDU is set to increase to $220 from $210. At Mystic Harbour, the sewer debt per EDU fee is set to increase from $54 to $64, with an increase to the base fee from $162 to $168, the sunset water-only charge increases slightly from $43.75 to $45, as does the sewer-only fee as it goes from $164.25 to $168. The commercial water base charges are increasing. With one EDU the fee will go from $180 to $200, two EDUs goes from $250 to $275, between three and 13 EDUs the fee hikes to $550 from $500, between 14-24 EDUs increases to $825 from $750, between 25 and 39 EDUs the charge increases to $1,100 from $1,000 and more than 40 sees an increase to $1,650 from $1,500. In Ocean Pines, the water and sewer per EDU charge is dropping from $47 to $37, while the water and sewer base fee increases from $154 to $170, the sewer only charge jumps from $146 to $158 and the White Horse Park charge goes from $122 to $134. The commercial water base charges are also increasing here. With one EDU the fee will go from $180 to $200, two EDUs goes from $250 to $275, between three and 13 EDUs the fee hikes to $550 from $500, between 14-24 EDUs increases to $825 from $750, between 25 and 39 EDUs the charge increases to $1,100 from $1,000 and more than 40 sees an increase to $1,650 from $1,500. This changes were endorsed by the Ocean Pines Association board, Wilson said. At Riddle Farm, the commercial water base charges are increasing as well. With one EDU the fee will go from $180 to $198, two EDUs goes from $250 to $275, between three and 13 EDUs the fee hikes to $550 from $500, between 14-24 EDUs increases to $825 from $750, between 25 and 39 EDUs the charge increases to $1,100 from $1,000 and more than 40 sees an increase to $1,650 from $1,500. At River Run, the water base fee is proposed to increase from $48.13 to $53.13. No changes are coming to West Ocean City, Lighthouse Sound and Newark service areas. The rate changes will be finalized with the adoption of the fiscal year 2019 budget, expected on June 5.

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OC Restaurant Week continues until April 29 About 20 establishments offer special menu prices ranging from $10 to $40

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (April 20, 2018) Ocean Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Spring Restaurant Week continues this week and until April 29, as the coastâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chefs produce some of their best at reduced prices. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is a great time to try new restaurants that are not always on your radar,â&#x20AC;? said Liz Walk, event manager for the Ocean City HotelMotel-Restaurant Association, which organizes the promotion. Close to 20 participating restaurants will have special fixed-price menus ranging from $10 to $40, in addition to other discounts and regular menus for breakfast, lunch and

dinner. BJâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on the Water on 75th Street has participated in Restaurant Week since its inception. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are known for the same consistency,â&#x20AC;? owner Madlyn Carder said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good food, good service and a good atmosphere.â&#x20AC;? BJâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will be offering a $21 lunch menu with three courses, including the choice of soups, a teriyaki chicken salad, a rockfish wrap, crab imperial pizza, a half-pound hot dog and desserts. The dinner menu costs $30 with the choice of four courses, including selections of crab imperial, chicken and shrimp teriyaki, cheese ravioli and a New York strip steak wedge salad. Bourbon Street on the Beach on 116th Street will be offering three courses for $30, or four courses for

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Teen bloodied in police fight fined for failure to obey

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (April 20, 2018) A New Jersey teen shown being punched by uniformed Ocean City police officers took a plea deal in District Court last week on the charges he faced stemming from the incident. He received a $500 fine and probation before judgment for failure to obey a lawful order of a police officer. Craig Schultz, 19, of Bellmawr, New Jersey was charged with obstructing and hindering an officer, resisting arrest and failure to obey a lawful order last September. The video of the altercation between Schultz and the officer surfaced later. “The department was aware of the use of force and viewed the video the same night that the incident occurred. The officer’s use of force against this suspect, who was actively resisting arrest, is consistent with his training and complies with our department policies regarding use of force,” OCPD Public Affairs Officer Lindsay Richard said at the time of the incident. “We feel the level of force the officer used during this incident is consistent with policy and training.” In court in Ocean City, Schultz’s attorney, William Hall, said he didn’t think the state’s attorney would argue that Schultz got “the ugly end of the stick” in the brawl. “That’s the way it works,” Judge Daniel Mumford replied. “When officers tell you to hit the road, you hit the road.” The altercation began, both Schultz and the charging documents agree, with a dispute about his presence on a public sidewalk. The officers were involved with another incident on 57th Street when Shultz arrived on the scene. An officer ordered Schultz to keep away from the area, but he contended the police could not order him off a public walkway. After some back and forth with the police, the fight apparently broke out. It is not known how far into the fight the video started. The video clip begins in complete darkness and resolves into the officer and Schultz grappling, with only the officer landing several punches to Schultz’s head and face. Schultz does not appear to throw any punches himself. The video does not contain the entire incident from start to finish. A small crowd is visible, and at one point another bystander apparently gets too close to the scuffle, so the officer throws a short kick in the bystander’s direction, moving the person back. Immediately following the verdict, Schultz said he was considering pursuing the incident further, but wasn’t ready to make a decision.

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Sudeten German Party Convention held in Carlsbad By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III Contributing Writer (April 20, 2018) This week, 80 years ago, the Sudeten German Party Convention was held in the 600-year-old city of Carlsbad (now Karlovy Vary in Western Bohemia in the Czech Republic). It was named for Holy Roman Emperor and King of Bohemia and founder of the city, Charles IV. Party Leader Konrad Henlein announced his “Eight Points” at the convention. In announcing these “Eight Points,” Henlein said, “If matters in the Czechoslovak state are to progress peacefully, then it is the conviction of the Sudeten Germans that the following state and judicial order is necessary: 1) full equality of rights and status with the Czech people; 2) acknowledgment of the Sudeten German ethnic group as legal entity to maintain this status of equality within the state; 3) definition and acknowledgment of the German settlement area; 4) development of a German selfadministration in the German settlement area, relevant to all aspects of public life insofar as they pertain to interests and concerns of the German ethnic group; 5) institution of legal measures for the protection of those citizens living outside the closed settlement area of their ethnic group; 6) elimination of the injustices inflicted on the Sudeten Germans since 1918, and rectification of the harm and damage already sustained through these injuries; 7) acknowledgment and implementation of this matter of principle: German civil servants in the German areas; 8) full freedom to acknowledge and maintain our German ethnicity and our German world view.” This situation can be attributed to the Treaty of St. Germain, imposed upon Austria after the Great War. Czechs and Slovaks had been a part of the AustroHungarian Empire for 300 years. The

Emperor of Austria was also the King of Bohemia. Slovakia was part of Hungary. The King of Hungary was also the Emperor of Austria. The Treaties of St. Germain, with Austria, and Trianon with Hungary, dismembered the AustroHungarian Empire, ripped these territories from Austria and Hungary, and created Czechoslovakia. The leader and architect of the new country, Thomáš Masaryk, wanted his new country to be as independent as possible. Therefore, he insisted on parts of Hungary in the south, so that Czechoslovakia would have more access to the Danube River. To provide fuel for his new country, he claimed Polish coal mines in the north, and because Czechoslovakia needed a defensible western frontier, he arranged for the annexation of the Sudeten Mountain region. These moves would cause problems 20 years later. The Sudeten Mountain region had a population of three million ethnic Germans. This amounted to 15 percent of the Czechoslovakian population. This is about the percentage of votes that the party garnered in the 1935 parliamentary elections, which led all parties. These people had been among the dominant group of a great empire — Austro-Hungary. Suddenly, they were a minority in a country controlled by the Czechs. Konrad Henlein was a Sudeten German who had volunteered for the Austro-Hungarian Army during “The Great War,” and served on the Italian front until Nov. 17, 1917, when he was severely wounded and captured. At war’s end, he returned to what was now Czechoslovakia and became a bank clerk. Most of the Sudeten Germans had supported the empire’s war effort, while many of the Czechs had not, creating further discord between the two groups. Where once the Germans had been important in a great empire, now they felt like second-class citizens in a minor country. On Oct. 1, 1933, Henlein founded what later became the Sudeten-German Party. It began receiving financial support from Berlin in April 1934. In 1935, the party received 15,000 Reichsmarks. It was also the top vote-getter, with 15.2 percent. On Nov. 13, 1937, Henlein wrote to Hitler asking the GerSee WORLD WAR II Page 22

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Continued from Page 21 man Führer to support him as the sole leader of the Sudeten-Germans, and explained that Czechs and Germans could not coexist in the same country. He also promised that he was willing to do whatever it took to bring the Sudetenland “home to the Reich.” Following the Anschluss in March 1938, there were huge rallies of Sudeten-Germans where portraits of Hitler were displayed, and the crowds shouted, “Ein Volk, Ein Reich, Ein Führer!” Ein “home to the Reich!” On March 28, Henlein secretly visited Hitler, and the two agreed that Henlein would make demands for the autonomy of the Sudetenland. Henlein promised Hitler that the Germans would “. . . make demands that cannot be satisfied.” Henlein delivered the “Eight Points” on April 24, 1938 at the party congress in Carlsbad. Nowhere in the “Eight Points” is there any mention made of the Sudetenland leaving Czechoslovakia and joining the German Reich. That the Czechoslovakian government did not immediately adopt some, or all, of those proposals was, in retrospect, an error on its part. It would be urged by British and French governments to accommodate the Sudeten-Germans. That it didn’t, played right into Hitler’s hands. Meanwhile, Henlein went on a “charm offensive” in London, where he met with several ministers of Parliament and journalists, who all thought him a reasonable man, with reasonable proposals. Hitler began to demand that Czechoslovakia accept the SudetenGerman Party’s Carlsbad demands. In the meantime, Henlein and his followers were provoking the Czechoslovakian government to crack down on German speakers. By June of 1938, the party had more than 1.3 million members, which was 41 percent of the German citizens of Czechoslovakia. In the municipal elections, on April 22, 1938, it had gained 91.44 percent of German votes. Consequently, the party controlled most local government offices in the Sudetenland. In early September, the new President, Edvard Beneš announced a “Fourth Plan,” acceding to most, but not all, of Henlein’s demands. In response, Henlein, on Sept. 7, announced that he would no longer negotiate, and five days later began terror attacks. That same day, Hitler spoke at a Party Rally, in Nuremberg, and demanded that the Sudetenland be incorporated into the Reich. His demand would be granted at Munich at the end of the month. With the incorporation of the Sudetenland into the Reich, Henlein became Reichskommissar and later Gauleiter (party boss) of Sudetenland. While in American custody in Pilsen, he committed suicide by cutting his wrists with his broken glasses on May 10, 1945. 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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Deer Run course owners pitch Jeep golf plan Closed course could be haven enthusiasts seek, but neighbors are uneasy

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (April 20, 2018) After hours of debate on what the applicant intended and when he intended it, the parties both for and against reopening the defunct Deer Run Golf Course as a “Jeep golf course” agreed to table the issue until next month. Late last year, owner Ed Colbert sought a Board of Zoning Appeals exception that would allow the property to become an obstacle course for Jeeps. The board split 3-3 on that decision,

with Joseph Green, David Dypsky and Glenn Irwin in favor, and Larry Fykes, Robert Purcell and Larry Duffy opposed. Board member Thomas Babcock was absent. A tie vote is still a denial of approval, and once a request is denied, another application on the same issue isn’t allowed for a calendar year. Consequently, Colbert said back at a November 17 meeting that he was considering alternate uses for the property. This week, Colbert, through his lawyer Pete Cosby, thought he had found that use and applied for a Jeep golf course, where instead of golf carts to move from hole to hole, the players would use Jeeps. Opponents of the proposal, repre-

sented by attorney Mark Cropper, said that wasn’t how the issue was presented to them. “We absolutely support reopening the golf course as a golf course,” Cropper said. “We’re here to find out the truth about what Colbert intends to do.” Cropper said he was engaged in negotiations with the Colbert camp, but hadn’t received adequate explanation. Cropper said he had some conversations where he was directly told there would be no Jeep involvement at the golf course, but had also heard some conflicting information. He said his requests to clarify certain points went unanswered. Cropper’s points were twofold: First, the application presented on Colbert’s behalf for the special exception

should not have been accepted by the county, and second, the request remains substantially similar to the proposal the board reviewed last year and rejected. Cropper said either point was sufficient to reject the special exception. However, some of the information Cropper was seeking was set for Cosby’s presentation, which was scheduled after Cropper’s. That meant Cropper would have to relinquish the floor to Cosby to hear information that would have come too late in the process to be used in his argument. After deliberating with their clients, Cropper and Cosby approached with the joint motion, allowing the details to be worked out before the board meets again in May.

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OBITUARIES KENNETH NICHOLLS JR. Berlin Beloved Berlin artist Kenneth “Parker” Nicholls Jr., age 60, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 6, 2018 at home. Born in Newport News, Virginia, he was the son of the late Kenneth P. Nicholls Sr. and Roberta Edington Nicholls. He is survived by his wonderful wife of 33 years, Claudia N. Nicholls; two beautiful children, Nick and Kate Nicholls; his loving brother, Louis Nicholls, and many nieces, nephews, friends and cats. Parker attended public schools in Newport News and graduated from Warwick High School in 1976. He was a proud ‘Hokie’ and attended Virginia Tech to study Architecture, Art and Communications. He and his brother, Louis, were members of the German Club, and you could always find him at a football game with his best friend Scotty. Parker worked his way through college as a DJ during the height of the disco era. During one of his frequent gigs at Jacobs Lantern he encountered a pretty blue eyed cocktail waitress who was the first woman who seemingly had no patience for his charms. After much persistence he finally got her to agree to have a drink with him. They were married three years later. After college, Parker held execu-

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Funeral Home in Berlin. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the W.A.C.’s Health Center. Letters of condolence may be sent to the family at www.burbagefuneralhome.com. RUDOLPH F. ZERNER Cortona Rudolph F. Zerner, age 90, passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at his residence in Cortona Park in Brentwood, California following a fall. Rudy was born on July 26, 1927 in Baltimore, Maryland to Rudolph Sr. and Bessie (Fosler) Zerner. He was a 1945 graduate of Baltimore Polytechnic Institute (Poly), and a 1950 graduate of Loyola University Maryland. In the interim, he served in the U.S. Navy during the close of World War II. He married Aileen Sullivan on Nov. 11, 1955, in Baltimore, and together they had one son. Rudy worked as a senior buyer for over 40 years with Lockheed Martin and the state of Maryland. After retiring, he moved to Ocean City, Maryland where he lived for 12 years before relocating to California in 2014. He is survived by his son, Roy, and his wife, Carolyn; grandchildren, Jon, Matthew, Jenny and Ana and her husband, Will; and great-granddaughter, Julia.

PAGE 25 Rudy’s brother, Ralph, and wife, Aileen, preceded him in death. Rudy made friends easily and loved life. A memorial service in his honor was held on Thursday, April 19, 2018 at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Brentwood, California. To send condolences to the family, visit www.legacy.com. ROBERT ALLEN GATES Ellicott City Robert Allen Gates, age 84, passed away on Friday, April 6, 2018 at Gull Creek in Berlin, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was son to the late Ralph Gates and Helen Clowney. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of more than 50 years, Patricia Kuerner Gates. Robert honorably served with the Armed Forces. His passions were the Orioles, Ravens, Corgis and Ocean City. He is survived by his loving nephews and their families. Service will be private for family. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Letters of condolence may be sent to the family at www.burbagefuneralhome.com. RICHARD ALLEN JACOBS, SR. Ocean Pines Richard Allen Jacobs, Sr., age 86, passed away on Saturday, April 7, 2018, at his home. Continued to Page 26

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WORCESTER COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FY 2019 REQUESTED OPERATING BUDGETS The Worcester County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the Fiscal Year 2019 Operating Budgets as requested by the Agencies and Departments which are funded by the Worcester County Commissioners. The Public Hearing will be held at: 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 1, 2018 SNOW HILL HIGH SCHOOL, SNOW HILL, MD General Fund requested expenditures exceed available revenues (based upon current tax rates) by $8,946,620. This difference must be reconciled by the County Commissioners either through reductions in expenditures or increases in taxes, fees and/or use of Budget Stabilization Funds. Copies of the detailed budgets are available for public inspection at the County Commissioners Office in Room 1103 of the County Government Center. GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES Board of Education: Operating Expenses $ Debt Payments to be paid on behalf Boat Landings Circuit Court Comm. On Aging County Administration Debt Service (less Educ. Debt) Development Review & Permitting Economic Development Elections Emergency Services Environmental Programs Extension Office Fire Marshal Grants to Towns Health Department Human Resources Insurance & Benefits: (Includes OPEB-all employees) Interfund Transfer Out- Solid Waste: Homeowner Convenience Centers Recycling Interfund Transfer Out - Reserve Fund Jail Library Maintenance Mosquito Control Natural Resources Orphan's Court Other General Government Other General Government: (State Dept. of Assessment Operating Exp) Parks Public Works Recreation Recreation & Culture Roads Sheriff Social Service Groups State’s Attorney Taxes Shared w/ Towns Tourism Treasurer Vol. Fire Co. & Ambulance Co. Wor Wic Community College: Operating Expenses TOTAL REQUESTED EXPENDITURES

88,433,275 10,396,581 54,099 1,216,052 1,153,650 928,683 1,231,644 1,705,367 450,028 950,860 3,153,198 1,348,663 181,438 487,930 6,399,764 5,547,753 407,991 19,157,521 664,984 1,033,339 1,152,665 9,205,466 2,740,592 1,039,900 285,260 526,254 28,294 2,303,816 1,169,415 1,254,583 479,151 1,206,662 127,701 5,393,937 8,314,668 1,143,976 1,363,355 17,335,070 1,094,830 1,068,741 7,183,451 2,291,392

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GENERAL FUND ESTIMATED REVENUES Property Taxes $ 135,552,164 Income Taxes 23,000,000 Other Local Taxes 26,948,314 State Shared 971,020 Federal & State Grants 4,083,939 Licenses & Permits 1,944,507 Charges for Services 6,392,186 Fines & Forfeits 52,500 Interest 950,000 Misc/Sale of Assets/& Other 514,123 Transfers In – Casino/Local Impact Grant Funds 2,256,626 TOTAL ESTIMATED REVENUES

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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 25 Born in Kansas City, Missouri, he was the son of the late Leon and Edna Allen Jacobs. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marieta, in March of 2017. He is survived by his children, Christopher L. Jacobs of Dundalk, Maryland, Timothy S. Jacobs, Richard A. Jacobs, Jr. both of Denver, Colorado, and Theresa Jacobs of Berlin. There is one grandchild, David Jacobs. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of friends. Dick was a graduate of Rockhurst College (a Jesuit liberal arts college, now university). He pursued graduate studies in history and government at Georgetown University. After college he joined the National Archives in Washington, D.C., becoming prominent in the Presidential Libraries program. He was instrumental in getting the National Archives to become an independent agency, as well as making presidential papers public documents during the Nixon Administration. He also served in the U.S. Army in the late 1950’s, where he studied Russian and served as a linguist there. After retiring from the National Archives, he was called upon by the U.S. Government to journey to Russia in search of evidence about American prisoners of war in the Russian gulag. He helped discover some evidence of that reality in 1992-93, giving many MIA/POW family members closure. All the while, the thread of music was woven through his life. He was a gifted tenor in classical music but never sought a musical career. He gave recitals in the Washington area and was a lifelong choir member and soloist in the Catholic churches in the area. “Uncle Dick” was often asked to sing at family weddings – something he was always happy to do! In recent years, he had been a notable cantor at St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Ocean Pines. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club, the Pinetones, the Ancient Order of Hibernians, St. John Neumann Catholic Church (and choir member), and the Democratic Club of

April 20, 2018 Worcester County. A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Neumann Catholic Church near Ocean Pines. Rev. Joseph P. Kennedy will officiate. Friends may call on Friday, April 20, 2018 at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin, from 6-8 p.m., and one hour prior to the service at St. John Neumann Catholic Church on Saturday. Interment will be in Gate of Heaven, Silver Spring, Maryland at a later date. A donation in his memory may be made to: Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, New York, 10018, or to the Kiwanis Club of Ocean Pines, 239 Ocean Parkway, Berlin, Maryland 21811. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. JACQUELYN R. “JACKIE” SAVAGE Bishopville Jacquelyn R. “Jackie” Savage, age 84, of Bishopville, died Saturday, April 14, 2018 at home. She was born in Bishopville and was the daughter of the late John and Olda Myrtle (Esham) Steele. She was a member of Salem United Methodist Church, Berlin Senior Center, Salisbury Cruise Club and volunteered at Coastal Hospice Thrift Shop. She loved to travel and was a caregiver to many. Her greatest legacy is the family that remains, her children, Barbara Branch and husband, Joe, of Fredericksburg, Virginia, John Savage and wife, Nanci, of Bishopville, Ruth Ann Seifert and husband, Fred, of Cambridge; Dr. Amy Habeger and husband, Scott; a son-inlaw, Paul McKinley and wife, Susie, of Bishopville; grandchildren, Julia Perez, Rev. Travis Branch, Johanna Cullum, Adam Savage, Brian Savage, James Seifert, Samantha Evans, Grace Seifert, Matthew McKinley and Brandon McKinley and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ollie J. Savage Jr. in 2001, a daughter, Beverly McKinley in 1985 and a brother-in-law, Richard Savage in 2005. A funeral service was held on Thursday, April 19, 2018 at Salem United Methodist Church in SelContinued to Page 28

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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 26 byville with Pastor Jim Sipes officiating. Burial was in Zion Church Cemetery in Bishopville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, Maryland 21802 or to the American Cancer Society, 1315 Mt. Hermon Road, Salisbury, Maryland 21804. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com. JEAN LEAH FULLERTON Ocean Pines Jean Leah Fullerton, age 88, died Saturday April 14, 2018 at her home. Born in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Elizabeth Schultz Daily. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernell Houston Fullerton, in 2013, and a daughter, Michelle Kelley. She is survived by her children, Kenneth Fullerton of Ocean Pines, Madeline McMahon and her husband, Paschall, of Ireland, and Brian Fullerton and his wife, Alisha, of White Marsh, Maryland. She had nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Mary Thomas and Frances Crowley. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Mrs. Fullerton had been a teacher with the Baltimore County Board of Education for many years. After retiring from teaching she worked for the

Ocean City Today Census Bureau. Mrs. Fullerton also received a Masters Degree in Child Psychology, was a historian for the Royal Hibernian Society, an amateur genealogist, and was a published poet and author. She was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church at Ocean Pines. Cremation followed her death. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. A donation in her memory may be made to: St John Neumann Catholic Church, 11211 Beauchamp Rd., Berlin, Maryland 21811. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. DONALD BLAND HAINES Ocean Pines Donald Bland Haines, ”Pops,” age 95, died Saturday, April 14, 2018 at the Berlin Nursing and Rehab Center in Berlin. Born in Baltimore City, he was the son of the late Howard B. and Anna Griebel Haines. He was preceded in death by his wife, Theresa Sullivan Haines, in 2008. He is survived by his son, Donald Haines and his wife, Pamela Jo, of Berlin, and daughters Donna Eitel and her husband, John, of Parkville, Maryalnd, Theresa Lamkin and her husband, Richard, of Baltimore, and Mary Haines of Berlin. There are seven grandchildren, Bryan, Doug, Lauren, Benjamin, Joseph,

Sophia and Patrick, as well as six greatgrandchildren, Gavin, Logan, Finnegan, Darren, Ava Grace and Bryan, Jr., and one niece and one nephew. Preceding him in death was a brother, Ralph Haines, and step-son Kenneth Mitchum. Born during the great depression, he served in the United States Army Air Corps during WWII. After the war he earned his private pilot’s license. He often talked about flying and filming from the cockpit using an 8mm camera. “Pops” drove a tractor trailer during the infant stages of trucking, and often remarked that he had more miles driving backward than most people did driving forward. After retirement, he and his wife, Theresa, moved to the Eastern Shore of Maryland. They were devoted members of St. John Neumann Catholic Church. He had been a member of the VFW in Baltimore and was an enthusiastic collector. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Deacon Charles Weschler officiated. Interment followed in Sunset Memorial Park. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. LYNELLE RAYNE ELLIOTT Berlin Lynelle Rayne Elliott, age 47, died Saturday, April 14, 2018 at her home.

April 20, 2018 Born in Salisbury, she was the daughter of the late Richard E. Rayne, who died in 1994. She is survived by her mother, Dona Woodward Rayne Pearson (Erin). Also surviving are her children, Brooke Elliott, Trace Elliott and Ava Elliott all of Berlin, as well as her brothers, Albert Rayne (Kit) of Salisbury and Richard E. Rayne Jr. (Kris) of Tallahassee, Florida; sister, Celeste Miller (Bob) of Berlin, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Also surviving is her fiancé, Nicholas Sikora. Lynelle had worked as a realtor with Sheppard Realty. She graduated from Boca Raton High School and was a graduate of the Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, was a member of Stevenson United Methodist Church in Berlin, loved the beach and the ocean, as well as the lifestyle of the Eastern Shore. A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 11 a.m. at Stevenson United Methodist Church on Main Street in Berlin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made for the benefit of the Elliott children: FBO The Elliott Children c/o Farmers Bank of Willards, 12641 Ocean Gateway Unit 540, Ocean City, Maryland 21842. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Letters of condolence may be sent to the family at www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

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David Bradley of Bradley Construction, recently completed an extensive renovation of the property at 165 Old Wharf Road, which pays homage to the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum.

House redesigned to honor resort’s landmark museum

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (April 20, 2018) In the span of a year, David Bradley of Bradley Construction transformed a residence on Old Wharf Road from a nondescript rancher into a multi-story showcase paying homage to the Ocean City LifeSaving Station Museum. When realtor Nancy Reither, with Coldwell Banker, initially presented the property at 165 Old Wharf Road, Bradley said it was a diamond in the rough. “Nancy brought me to this house and said, ‘This thing has tons of potential,’” he said. “It was pretty dated and wasn’t well cared for.” Originally listed for sale at more than $450,000, Bradley patiently waited until the market lowered and eventually purchased the property for $345,000, last March. “It was going to be an affordable place at the beach,” he said. While initial plans included removing 1970s-era paneling, drop ceilings and outdated carpeting, Bradley said the focus changed when damaged floor joists were uncovered. “In the process of trying to level the floors … it sort of snowballed,” he said. What was originally envisioned as a general cleanup turned into a multiphase project, Bradley said. Between last April and June, Bradley said the first phase of the home

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Prior to launching a major renovation last April, David Bradley said the property at 165 Old Wharf Road was a nondescript rancher loaded with potential.

project, which included structural rehabilitation and bulkhead repairs, was completed. “I lived in it last summer while it was still a work in progress,” he said. “It wasn’t the house it is now.” During that time, Bradley said he hatched a plan to honor classic seashore Cape Cod and saltbox home designs by replicating the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum. “It was a challenge to use the existing footprint,” he said. Originally constructed in 1891, the Life-Saving Station was used until 1964, after which it fell into disrepair and was slated for demolition in 1977. However, in lieu of the wrecking ball, concerned residents formed the Ocean City Museum Society and received

funding from the city to relocate the structure to its present location at the end of the Boardwalk. Bradley said all design aspects were replicated from the original building, including white siding and gable details. “It was very time consuming and more expensive than I thought,” he said. The second phase of construction kicked off last October, which involved installing a red shingle roof with a windowed turret on top of the original rancher. “I built the main roof section in the driveway and had it lifted with a crane,” he said. During the third phase of redesign See RANCHER Page 30

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (April 20, 2018) Maryland Realtors recently released a brief report on 2018 Maryland legislation key issues affecting the real estate industry. Realtors throughout the state provide advocacy and participation through legislative calls for action during the annual sessions. A sampling of the outcomes from the 2018 legislative session is listed below, and a more complete list can be viewed online at www.mdrealtor.org. • Homebuyer Savings Account. Establishes a tax-free homebuyer savings account. Although the legislation was passed unanimously in the Senate, the legislation was not passed by the House of Delegates. • Escrow Legislation. Requires most companies (including title companies) holding escrow money to follow the same escrow rules followed by real estate brokers. The legislation was opposed by the title companies and a couple of other groups and failed in the House Environment and Transportation Committee. • Septic Legislation – Point of Sale. Required all home sales in the critical area to install a new Best Available Technology (BAT) septic system if the property had a septic system regardless of whether the system was working or not. Current law only requires failing septic systems in the Critical Area to upgrade to a BAT system and does not target the Point of Sale (POS). The bill was defeated in the House Environment and Transportation Committee. • Septic Legislation – Blue Line Streams. Required new homes built within a 1,000 feet of a blue stream line in Maryland to install a BAT septic system rather a conventional system. The legislation would have impacted almost as many properties as last year’s septic legislation mandating BAT systems for all new construction in the Coastal and Chesapeake Bay Watershed. The bill was defeated in the House Environment and Transportation Committee. • Sea Level Rise Real Estate Disclosure. Among other provisions, required a seller of property to indicate whether the property would be impacted by sea level rise and provide a map of how the property would be impacted. The bill also included other provisions affecting how state funds are spent on projects impacted by sea level rise. AlSee HOUSE Page 30

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House, Senate committees defeated sprinkler pgm bills Continued from Page 29 though the bill passed, the real estate disclosure was removed from the bill. • Standard Deduction. Provides a small increase in the standard deduction for Maryland taxpayers ($250 for individuals and $500 for joint filers). The legislation also institutes a cost-of-living adjustment. The bill is expected to protect most Maryland taxpayers from paying more state taxes because of the impact of federal tax reform legislation, but about 20 percent will pay higher state taxes. The bill passed.

• Fire Sprinkler Pilot Program. Established a state fund to help pay for automatic fire sprinklers in new homes if a homebuyer met the Maryland Mortgage Program income limits and purchased a new, single-family detached property less than 2,500 square feet. The property would also have to be served by well water. The bills were defeated in the House Environment and Transportation and the Senate Education, Health, and Environment Committees. — Lauren Bunting is an Associate Broker with Bunting Realty, Inc. in Berlin. BRIAN GILLILAND/OCEAN CITY TODAY

Rancher transformed into sprawling waterfront estate

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Continued from Page 29 work, the once unassuming structure was transformed into a 2,400 squarefoot multi-level home with five bedrooms and bathrooms. The open floor plan includes a master bedroom suite over a 1.5 car garage, in addition to cathedral ceilings and wood-burning solid masonry fireplace. Despite having decades of home de-

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (April 20, 2018) The 100+ Women Who Care on the Shore nonprofit will meet on Tuesday, April 24 at the West Ocean City Bottle Shop on Route 50. “What I really like about 100+ Women is that I know my money is going to a local organization,” member Karin Lertora said. “I also like the fact that I get to help choose which organization we support.” The 100+ Women Who Care on the Shore members directly contribute $100 to three different charities each year. During the hour-long meetings, each woman in attendance fills out a nomination form with their favorite nonprofit charity from Worcester, Wicomico or Somerset counties. The submissions go into a basket and three potential winners are picked. “Those three women present their nominations by telling the group about why they are passionate about their charity and what great work the charity does for the community,” said Janelle Mulholland, co-founder of 100+ Women Who Care on the Shore, along with Susanna Eisenman and Anna Newton. After presentations, each member votes for their favorite choice and the charity with the most votes will receive checks from all 100+ Women Who Care on the Shore members. “Charities can be nominated over and over again, but once a charity has been chosen, it cannot be nominated again for one year,” Mulholland said.

“Charities must be 501(c)(3). The money must also stay on the shore to help our residents in Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties.” Members directly contribute $100 to three different charities each year, totaling $300. There are no administrative fees and all donations are tax deductible. Since February 2017, the organization has raised more than $15,000 for local charities in four meetings, including the Stephen Decatur High School Band Boosters, the CRICKET Center, Women Supporting Women, and Atlantic General Hospital’s new community garden. “I first heard of the organization while visiting my mother in Iowa,” Mulholland said. “Her friends started their own chapter and I loved the idea of a group of women getting together and discussing charities in their community, and then writing checks to the chosen local charity.” The nonprofit organization began in Michigan more than a decade ago. Currently, there are more than 400 active chapters across the world. The local chapter will have its second meeting of 2018 on Tuesday at the Bottle Shop from 5:30-6:30 p.m. The last meeting of the year is scheduled for Oct. 9 at the same time and location. All $100 cash or check donations should be brought to the meeting on Tuesday. For more information or to become a member, email Mulholland at mjmulholland@mchsi.com or visit www.facebook.com/100womenwhocareontheshore.

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Three new board members to help mold Art League

(April 20, 2018) The Art League of Ocean City announced its new board of directors for 2018 and welcomed new board members Sandy Gillis, Ryan Wilde and Ruth Waters. Sandy Gillis of Ocean City is owner/manager of the Creative Day Spa and founder of the OC Foodie Tour. An art enthusiastic, she performs in theater, mystery groups, and stand-up comedy. For 18 years, Gillis has been the board membership coordinator for the Junior Auxiliary Group of Atlantic General Hospital, where she also volunteers. She has also actively volunteered for PRMC, the United Way, the Cricket Center, the Freeman Stage, International Women’s Day, the American Cancer Society and Locks of Love. Ryan Wilde of Ocean City is director of operations at B.E.S.T Motels that operates several commercial properties in the area. A graduate of Wake Forest University, he is currently on the board of directors for the Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association, where he also volunteers. Wilde is active in his family’s Wilde Charitable Foundation, which has a long-standing history of community support in Berlin and Ocean City. Atlantic General Hospital sits on the property that was Wilde’s great uncle Powell’s dairy farm. Ruth Waters of Berlin has been director of sales for the Harrison Group Resort Hotels & Restaurants for 32 years. A graduate of Rutgers and Villanova Universities, Waters is an active volunteer, donating her time to, among others, the Ocean City Film Festival, the Komen Race for the Cure, and the OC Air Show. She is also currently on the board of the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce and was a former treasurer of the Maryland Tourism Council. Marian Bickerstaff returns as president of the board, with John Sisson assuming the position of first vice president. Gayle Widdowson is now sec-

The Art League of Ocean City announces its new Board of Directors for 2018 and welcomes new board members Sandy Gillis, Ryan Wilde and Ruth Waters. Pictured, in front, from left, are Nancy Fortney, Velda Henry, Gillis, Barbara Patrick, Waters, Gayle Widdowson, Emily Schwab and Marian Bickerstaff, and in back, Joe Mitrecic, Wilde, John Sisson, Katy Durham, Jan Perdue and Rafael Correa. Not pictured: Laura Jenkins and Jamie Albright.

ond vice president; Emily Schwab, recording secretary; and Barbara Patrick, corresponding secretary. Returning to his position is Rafael Correa, treasurer. Also returning to the board are members Jamie Albright, Nancy Fortney, Katy Durham, Laura Jenkins, Velda Henry, Joseph Mitrecic, Jan Perdue and Judy Tremellen. The Ocean City Center for the Arts on 502 94th Street is the home of the Art League of Ocean City, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the visual arts in the Ocean City area through education, exhibits, scholarships, programs and community art events. Memberships, corporate and civic funding, and donations and sales of art support the arts center. For more information, call 410-5249433 or visit www.artleagueofoceancity.org.

Shop and ‘Smile’ for OCVFC while using Amazon.com (April 20, 2018) Every purchase made on Amazon.com can help support the Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company (OCVFC) through the Smile program. To participate, simply start shopping at smile.amazon.com instead of Amazon.com, and select Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company as the charity. Every time guests shop on Amazon (where prime members are eligible too) 0.5 percent of the price of eligible purchases will be donated to the OCVFC. “Amazon Smile is a website operated by Amazon that lets customers enjoy the same wide selection of products, low prices, and convenient shopping features as on Amazon.com,” OCVFC President James L. Jester said. “The difference is that when customers shop

on Amazon Smile, the Amazon Smile Foundation will donate 0.5 percent the price of eligible purchases to the charitable organizations selected by customers, in our case the Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company. This does not cost the customer anything, as the prices you’ll pay are exactly the same, except you’re simply connected to donate a portion of your sale to our local firefighters.” Be sure to select Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company if guests choose to login from smile.amazon.com, otherwise the donation will not be sent to the local organization. “We greatly appreciate the support,” Jester said. “A very special thank you to anyone who may consider us when purchasing from Amazon.com online.”

WORCESTER COUNTY NOTICE OF A PROPOSED REAL PROPERTY TAX INCREASE The Board of County Commissioners of Worcester County proposes to increase real property taxes. 1. For the tax year beginning July 1, 2018, the estimated real property assessable base will increase by 1.0% from $15,020,690,483 to $15,166,603,186. 2. If Worcester County maintains the current tax rate of $.835 per $100 of assessment, real property tax revenues will increase by 1.0% resulting in $1,218,370 of new real property tax revenues. 3. In order to fully offset the effect of increasing assessments, the real property tax rate should be reduced to $.8270, the constant yield tax rate. 4. The County is considering not reducing its real property tax rate enough to fully offset increasing assessments. The County proposes to adopt a real property tax rate of $.886 per $100 of assessment. This tax rate is 7.1% higher than the constant yield tax rate and will generate $8,948,296 in additional real property tax revenues. A public hearing on the proposed real property tax rate increase will be held at 7:00 P.M., on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at Snow Hill High School, Snow Hill, Maryland. The hearing is open to the public, and public testimony is encouraged. Persons with questions regarding this hearing may call (410) 632-1194 for further information.

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Decatur Coach Bob Knox honored Team leader inducted into Maryland Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 20, 2018) Bob Knox, coach of the Stephen Decatur football team for more than three decades, was inducted into the Maryland Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame last Saturday during a University of Maryland spring football game. Knox said it was a recognition he didn’t expect. In fact, when he received an email that he had been nominated, Knox said he had to double check to make sure it was sent to the right person. He said the award represents dedication, commitment and the influence a coach has had on athletes. “No. 1, I love working with kids and, No. 2, I love working with kids and doing something I love – football,” he said. “It’s more than wins and losses. It’s rewarding when kids come back and say, ‘coach, thanks a lot.’” Knox said it is not only a great honor for him, but it is also a testament to the many

assistant coaches who have worked with him over the years. He also praised the school administration and local community for its support, and thanked his family for the sacrifices they made over the years for him to coach football and do what he loves. Members of Knox’s family were on hand to celebrate his accolades. “It was really nice. I’m honored and proud,” Knox said. “It’s not just me, though. It’s a culmination of a lot of people – coaches, family, administration, the players, the community.” Coaches Bill Russell (Elkton High School) and Clayton Anders (Boonsboro High School) were also inducted on Saturday. Knox was hired in 1974 as a social studies teacher and as an assistant football coach at Decatur. He was the head basketball coach from 1980-82 and has been at the helm of the Decatur football program since 1983. Knox decided to step down for the 2016 season when his then 2-year-old grandson, Eli Knox-Tadli, was diagnosed with an aggressive brain cancer. With his grandson responding well to treatment, Knox returned to lead the Sea-

hawks for the 2017 season. The team finished the year with a 4-6 record. Although this season had its ups and downs, Knox said he enjoyed being back with his players, rekindling relationships and building new ones. “I missed the competition and being on the sideline Friday nights,” he said at the start of the season. “I didn’t realize how much I missed the kids until I came back, because you develop relationships.” While at the helm, Decatur has won nine conference championships, made 10 state playoff appearances, competed in four regional championship games and in two semifinal matches. He was named Bayside Conference Coach of the Year seven times. With an overall record of 232-141, Knox is ranked 13th on the All-Time Winningest Coaches in Maryland list. He is No. 2 behind Chuck Markiewicz of Arundel (24396) for Active Winningest Maryland Coaches. “Bob Knox has dedicated his life to other peoples’ children. He eats, sleeps and breathes football. He spends 12 months a year studying the game – watching film, going to coaches clinics,”

WP Lady Mallards win 8-7 in OT over Bennett Clippers

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 20, 2018) The Worcester Prep girls’ lacrosse team executed its Gadwall set play perfectly in overtime on Monday and pulled out an 8-7 victory over the James M. Bennett Clippers in Berlin. “We worked hard to get open on that one. [For] Gadwall, we pretty much try and work off each other for picks and stuff,” said junior captain Delaney Abercrombie, who scored the game-winning goal off the play. “We make a wall and cut off it.” From behind the goal, senior captain Reese Gittelman passed to Abercrombie cutting in and she buried the ball in the back of the cage. “I was thinking I better not miss. Fake the goalie. I don’t know – it was kind of a blur,” Abercrombie said. “There was a lot of hype [leading] up to the game and we worked hard throughout the game, so it was an exciting overtime win. “We picked it up throughout the game and worked really well together,” she continued. “I was just really happy for us. It’s a big rivalry.” Within the first nine minutes of the game Bennett led 3-0. Sophomore Madison VanOrden scored twice and then sophomore captain Carly Hoffman tallied two goals to put the Lady Mallards on top 4-3. The

Clippers netted a shot 45 seconds before halftime to even the score, 4-4. VanOrden provided Worcester with the go-ahead goal 30 seconds into the second half. Gittelman made in 6-4 with just under 18 minutes on the clock. Bennett answered and tied it up again with about eight minutes to play. Senior Cameron Langeler netted a shot with six minutes remaining to give the Berlin squad a 7-6 advantage. Bennett evened it up 7-7 with 2:14 on the clock. Going into the overtime period, Worcester Prep Coach Brooke Hahn said, “We were a man-up because of the foul to start, so we told them get the ball on attack, use this opportunity because we should win off this.” “We told them to be smart, play our game, take care of the ball and want it,” she said. Abercrombie tallied the winning goal shortly after the start of overtime. VanOrden led the team with three goals. Hoffman had two and Abercrombie, Gittelman and Langeler contributed one each. Senior captain, goalie Sophia Bandorick, stopped 17 Bennett shots. “It was a rough start on our part. It took us several minutes to get into our groove to start the game, but once we did

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(Above) Worcester Prep junior captain Delaney Abercrombie carries the ball up the field during overtime of Monday’s game against James M. Bennett in Berlin. (Right) From behind the goal, senior captain Reese Gittelman fed Abercrombie, who scored in overtime. Worcester won 8-7.

we were able to get a few goals and capitalize on opportunities,” Hahn said. “We were down by three in the first half and ended up beating a talented team in overtime. I’m really proud of how hard these girls worked until the very end.” Worcester will host the Cape Henlopen Vikings on Saturday at 1 p.m. On Monday, the Saints Peter & Paul Sabres will come to Berlin to play the Mallards at 4 p.m.

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Decatur Principal Tom Zimmer said. “I had the good fortune of being on his coaching staff in the late ‘80s and he really outcoaches the other guy. His in-game adjustments and halftime adjustments are something to see. He will know what play a team is going to run just by the formation they come out in. He puts his players in position to be successful, because he has studied the tendencies of the other teams.”

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Decatur track & field teams finish fourth in two meets

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 20, 2018) The Stephen Decatur boys’ and girls’ track & field teams both finished in fourth place during their last two meets. Eight teams participated in last Wednesday’s meet in Salisbury. “Overall, I think it was an improvement compared to our previous meets,” Decatur Coach Jody Stigler said. “It ended up getting really cold so the weather didn’t cooperate that well, but I thought we had some pretty good performances.” James M. Bennett won the girls’ competition with 137.5 points. Wicomico took second with 118.5 points, followed by Parkside (88.5) and Decatur (83). Lady Seahawks who scored points for the team were: senior Emma Stubblebine (400-meter dash, fourth, 1:11), juniors Dori Krasner (800-meter run, first, 2:45.2; 1,600-meter run, third, 6:17.1), Erica Hicks (800-meter run, fourth, 2:55.7) and Noelle Dennis (pole vault, third, 7 feet), sophomores Mikayla Denault (3,200-meter run, second, 13:29.3), Bridget Buxbaum (high jump, third, 4 feet 6 inches) Ava VanDornick (high jump, fourth, 4 feet 4 inches) and Abbie Baker (pole vault, second, 7 feet 6 inches; triple jump, sixth, 28 feet 2.75 inches), and freshmen Ashley Nauschuetz (300-meter hurdles, sixth, 57.9 seconds) and Jessica Janney (long jump, sixth, 13 feet 11 inches; triple jump, fourth, 29 feet 6.25 inches). The 3,200-meter relay team of Krasner, Denault, Hicks and sophomore Zehra Mirza came in second place (12:00.7). Dennis, Janney, Stubblebine and freshman Raeghan Flynn took third in the 1,600-meter relay race (5:05.7). Juniors Adriana Serpe and Hailey Ehatt, freshman Jabria Lewis and VanDornick placed fifth in the 800meter relay event (2:04.1). James M. Bennett won the boys’ competition with 188 points. Wicomico was runner-up (127.5), followed by Parkside (77) and Decatur (69.5 points). Athletes who scored points for Decatur were: seniors Tah’Jeem Wood-

land (400-meter dash, first, 50.7 seconds), Jack Reimer (1,600-meter run, fourth, 5:24.6; 3,200-meter run, third, 11:44.8), Joel Niles (high jump, sixth (tie), 5 feet 2 inches) and Billy Timchula (pole vault, sixth, 8 feet), juniors Daymont Mercer (100-meter dash, sixth (tie), 11.9 seconds) and Thophilius Hobbs (high jump, sixth (tie), 5 feet 2 inches), sophomores Sam Rakowski (800-meter run, third, 2:18.3), George Cheynet (800-meter run, fourth, 2:18.6), Richard Poist (800-meter run, fifth, 2:19; 1,600-meter run, fifth, 5:26.2) and Eric Bontempo (discus, fourth, 101 feet), and freshmen London Drummond (200-meter dash, second, 23.9 seconds; high jump, fifth, 5 feet 4 inches). Poist, Cheynet, Rakowski and sophomore Matthew Brown won the 3,200meter relay race (9:18.6). Mercer, senior Montrel Moore, freshman Gabriel Cousar and sophomore Anterio Collins placed fourth in the 800-meter relay race (1:41.5). Woodland, Cheynet, Rakowski and freshman Maddox Bunting took sixth in the 1,600-meter relay race (4:11). The 400-meter really team of Moore, Drummond, Mercer and sophomore Antonio Collins came in seventh (52.1 seconds). On Tuesday, Decatur hosted the sixteam meet. “I think that we are coming along pretty well,” Stigler said. “The weather was pretty rough, so that did have some effect on our performances, but our kids need to get used to that. We were missing a few athletes, so when they return it should be a boost for our team, especially the girls.” Finishing first through sixth in the girls’ competition were Bennett (199), Wicomico (128), Snow Hill (105.5), Decatur (98.5), Washington (74) and Northampton (13). Scoring points for Decatur were: Lewis (200-meter dash, eighth, 30.2 seconds), Stubblebine (400-meter dash, fifth, 1:11.9), Janney (400-meter dash, eighth, 1:16.6; long jump, third, 13 feet 1.75 inches; triple jump, first, 28 feet), Mirza (800-meter run, seventh,

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Stephen Decatur athletes, from left, sophomore Richard Poist, senior Jack Reimer and sophomore Carter McLendon participate in the 1,600-meter race during Tuesday’s track meet in Berlin.

3:30.9; 1,600-meter run, seventh, 7:52.9), Denault (1,600-meter run, second, 6:17.5; 3,200-meter run, third, 14:10.2), Flynn (100-meter hurdles, fourth (tie), 19.6 seconds; 300-meter hurdles, fourth, 1:04.9), Serpe (100meter hurdles, sixth, 19.7 seconds), Buxbaum (high jump, fourth, 4 feet 4 inches), Baker (pole vault, first, 7 feet 6 inches), senior Diamond Rounds (shot put, eighth, 23 feet 5.5 inches), freshman Morgan Davis (300-meter hurdles, fifth, 1:08.8), and sophomores Caela Berrie (high jump, third, 4 feet 6 inches; triple jump, third, 25 feet 4 inches) and Mae Purnell (long jump, fifth, 11 feet 2.75 inches). The 1,600-meter relay team of Dennis, Flynn, Janney and Stubblebine finished third (5:06.2). Bennett took top honors in the boys’ competition (167), followed by Snow Hill (149), Wicomico (128.5), Decatur (117), Washington (58) and Northampton (54.5). Decatur athletes who scored points for the team were: Woodland (100meter dash, second, 11.5 seconds; 200meter dash, first, 23 seconds; 400-meter dash, first, 50.8 seconds), Mercer (200meter dash, fourth, 24.9 seconds), Bunting (400-meter dash, eighth, 1:02.5), Poist (800-meter run, third,

2:24), Reimer (1,600-meter run, fifth, 5:33; 3,200-meter run, sixth, 12:03.2), Poist (1,600-meter run, seventh, 5:40.9), Cheynet (3,200-meter run, second, 11:22.9), Rakowski (300-meter hurdles, fourth (tie), 48.7 seconds), sophomores Nathaniel Bradford (400-meter dash, seventh, 1:02.1), Carter McLendon (1,600-meter run, sixth, 5:38.2), Drummond (high jump, fifth, 5 feet 2 inches; long jump, eighth, 16 feet 9 inches), Bontempo (shot put, eighth, 33 feet 1 inch; discus, second, 117 feet), freshmen Liam Foley (3,200-meter run, eighth, 12:34.2) and Kyler Stubblebine (110-meter hurdles, fifth, 20.2 seconds) and senior Spencer Carbaugh (high jump, fourth, 5 feet 4 inches). Rakowski, Cheynet Woodland and Moore came in second in the 1,600meter relay race (3:46.6). Rakowski, Cheynet, Poist and Brown finished third in the 3,200-meter relay race (9:34.2). Moore, Cousar, Mercer and Antonio Collins took third in the 400-meter relay event (47.5 seconds). Moore, Drummond, Mercer and Anterio Collins crossed the finish line fourth in the 800-meter relay race (1:43.8). The next track meet is Tuesday at 4 p.m. in Berlin.

Decatur softball team holds off late charge by Pocomoke

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Stephen Decatur senior Spencer Carbaugh competes in the high jump during Tuesday’s meet.

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 20, 2018) The Stephen Decatur softball team held off the Pocomoke Warriors’ late scoring run and won Wednesday’s game on the road, 13-7. “The girls played really hard until the last two innings,” Decatur Assistant Coach Cheryl Harte said. “Pocomoke scored seven runs on

only three hits the entire game.” Decatur tallied two runs in the first, three in the second and two in the third to take a 7-0 lead. The Lady Seahawks added two runs in the fifth to pull ahead 9-0. The Warriors, playing on their home field, scored two runs in the sixth inning. Decatur put four on the board in See SEVERAL Page 35

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Several quality at-bats for SD Continued from Page 34 the top of the seventh to gain a 13-2 advantage. Pocomoke tallied five runs in the bottom of the seventh, but it was not enough to overtake the Berlin squad. “We had three, 3-up 3-down innings, which is a lot better than what we have been doing,” Harte said. “We did better being mentally strong this game until the last two innings, then it was like we didn’t know where the play was or we made terrible throws and bobbled catches that should have been clean outs.” Junior Lexi Black pitched the entire game for Decatur. She struck out seven, walked one and allowed three hits.

Senior Caroline Kurtz went 3-for-4 and scored three times with four stolen bases. Sophomore Amber Whittaker went 2-for-4 (two triples), scored three times, earned one RBI and stole three bases. Freshman Katie Wrench had two hits, three RBIs and two stolen bases. Sophomore Sierra Eisemann had one hit, was walked twice and scored three runs. She added one RBI and stole six bases. “We had several quality at-bats, which is what we have been struggling with in our last four losses,” Harte said. Decatur will travel to Princess Anne to play the Washington Jaguars on Monday at 4 p.m. On Tuesday, the Seahawks will host the Parkside Rams at 4 p.m.

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Sophomore Sierra Eisemann takes the mound for Stephen Decatur during Tuesday’s game against Queen Anne’s in Berlin. Decatur lost 13-3.

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Decatur baseball records wins over QA and Pocomoke

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Stephen Decatur senior Ryan Duncan threw five innings during Tuesday’s game against Queen Anne’s in Berlin. He struck out four and gave up four hits. Decatur won 5-3.

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By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 20, 2018) The Stephen Decatur baseball team scored back-to-back victories for the second week in a row, this time toppling the Queen Anne’s Lions and Pocomoke Warriors. Decatur hosted Queen Anne’s on Tuesday and came out on top, 5-3. “Energy needs to be better,” Decatur Coach Rich Ferro said. “We played well, but we need intensity for seven innings.” Queen Anne’s scored first, but Decatur answered with a run in the second. The Seahawks made it 4-1 in the third, then 5-1 in the fourth. The Lions tallied two runs in the seventh inning. Senior Ryan Duncan threw five innings. He struck out four and gave up four hits. At bat, he had one hit and two RBIs. Junior Ridge Watson pitched the final two innings. He struck out two and allowed two hits. Senior Tristan McDonough and junior Brett Berquist each has two hits. The next day, Decatur headed down the road for competition against the Pocomoke Warriors. Ferro said they discussed playing with more energy and intensity prior to the match and he saw an improvement from the day before. The goal was to play a consistent seven innings, Ferro said. The Seahawks responded, trouncing the Warriors 15-2. After leading 4-2 in the first inning, Decatur tacked on two runs in the second, five in the third, three in the fourth and one in the fifth. “They kept trying to score,” Ferro said. “We had some good swings. We played solid defense and we threw strikes.” McDonough started on the mound. He struck out six, walked one and allowed two hits in three innings. Junior Hayden Snelsire struck out three in two innings and held Pocomoke hitless. Snelsire also had three hits and three RBIs. Watson had two hits and senior Mitchell Orf chipped in with two hits and two RBIs. Decatur will travel to Princess Anne to face the Washington Jaguars on Monday at 4 p.m. On Tuesday, the Parkside Rams will come to Berlin to battle Decatur at 4 p.m.

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Wor. Prep tennis players continue court dominance

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 20, 2018) The Worcester Prep girls’ tennis team shut out the Delmarva Christian Royals on Monday, then on Wednesday, the Lady Mallards and the boys’ squad earned wins over the Salisbury School Dragons. The Lady Mallards hosted the Royals on Monday in Berlin. “They just played a really steady match,” Prep Coach Cyndee Hudson said. Sophomores Annika Larsen (8-2) and Abi Plylar (8-1), senior captains Anchita Batra (8-0) and Hope Sens (8-0), and junior Maya Natson (8-0) dominated their first through fifth singles opponents, respectively. “Both No. 1 singles and No. 2 singles knew their opponent, so they knew what they were walking into. We just worked with moving, executing their serves well, playing a variety of shots and it turned out really well,” Hudson said. “I was really pleased with Annika at No. 1. She did See WORCESTER Page 37

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Worcester Prep tennis teams to take on Decatur, April 20 Continued from Page 36 a great job, because the girl was a very good hitter and probably the hardest competition all season.” Sophomores Saylor McGuiness and Mesa Cammack outscored their first doubles opponents, 8-2. “First doubles had a great match,” Hudson said. “They’re working better at the net, talking and communicating more with each other.” Sophomores Korina Gjikuria and Kennedy Humes edged out their second doubles competition, 8-4. The Worcester Prep girls’ and boys’ teams were both at home on Wednesday. The Lady Mallards again won 7-0, this time over Salisbury School. Larsen (8-1), Plylar (8-0), Sens (8-0), Nateson (8-1) and freshman Summer Walker (8-0) were victorious at first through fifth singles. Gjikuria and Humes shut out their first doubles opponents, 8-0. Freshmen Waverly Choy and Marika Vasilikos came out on top, 8-2, at second doubles. “I was really pleased,” Hudson said. “We were working on placement, on having a variety of shots and on specific skills, and movement and communication with doubles teams.” The Worcester Prep boys’ squad won 6-1. “We played pretty well,” Prep Coach Terry Underkoffler said. “They were ag-

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(Above) Stephen Decatur senior captain Charlie Coates comes from around the back of the goal looking to pass to a teammate during Wednesday’s game against Queen Anne’s in Berlin. He scored two goals and had two assists in the 9-5 victory. (Right) Senior Dominic Klebe takes the ball up the field.

SD coach pleased with performance of lacrosse players

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (April 20, 2018) The Stephen Decatur boys’ lacrosse team outscored the Sussex Tech Ravens, 19-4, on Monday in Georgetown, Delaware, then two days later, the Seahawks won 9-5 over the Queen Anne’s Lions in Berlin. Decatur led 5-0 at the end of the first quarter of Monday’s game and 11-2 at halftime. By the end of the third quarter, the visiting Seahawks had pulled ahead 17-3. Senior captain Charlie Coates led the charge with seven goals and an assist. Junior Chase Porter chipped in with three goals and two assists and senior captain Collin Eichelberger contributed with four goals and an assist. Senior Parker Wheeler had two goals and an assist, and sophomore Eric Gwin tallied a goal and three assists. Sophomore goalie Tony Scafone recorded two saves. “We won 19 face-offs, so that gave us the ball 19 times. We capitalized on most of them and if we didn’t get a goal we at least had good shots, hard on goal,” Decatur Coach Scott Lathroum said. “Defense doubled and were all over them, and we cleared the ball well.” The goal going into the game against Queen Anne’s on Wednesday was for the Seahawks to start strong and fast. Eichelberger scored twice to give Decatur a 2-0 lead. Queen Anne’s netted a shot before the end of the first quarter. The Lions tied in up about three minutes into the second quarter. Eichelberger provided the Seahawks with the go-ahead goal less than three minutes later, then Coates gave the team a two-goal cushion. At halftime,

the home team was on top 4-2. Decatur knocked in four quick goals in the third quarter. After three, the Seahawks held a 9-4 advantage. Eichelberger tallied six of the team’s goals. Coates scored two and had two assists. Junior Kevin Beck netted one goal and had an assist. Scafone stopped nine Queen Anne’s shots. “He made some really good saves,” Lathroum said. “I’m happy to see the progression with him. He’s getting better every week.” Lathroum was pleased with both the defensive and offensive efforts. “We were playing so hard on both sides,” Lathroum said. “It was a pretty good day all around … They are starting to find out what their strengths and weaknesses are. “Defense got after them. We were aggressive, they got the ball out, slides were good [and] we played one-on-one very well. It was good all around,” he continued. “We worked and worked on offense. We played smart, we were patient, we moved the ball. We won a lot of face-offs, we took care of the ball and worked hard for good shots.” Decatur will travel to Kent Island to battle the Buccaneers today, Friday, at 5:30 p.m. “We have a good, solid team,” Lathroum said. “We need to win the faceoffs, control the ball and don’t throw it away. Our defense can keep us in close games. Hopefully, they can force Kent Island to make mistakes.”

gressive at the net, they set up their points well, and they attacked the second serve with tenacity to put away points.” Juniors Dominic Anthony (8-1), Will Todd (8-1) and Colin Miller (8-0), and senior captain Brendan Miller (8-0) topped their first through fourth singles competition, respectively. First doubles team, freshmen Ben Brandt and Ryan Brafman, and second doubles pair, junior Graham Hammond and sophomore Frank Carter, both recorded 8-2 wins. Worcester will take on Stephen Decatur, today, Friday at 4 p.m. The girls will compete on Worcester’s courts, while the boys will play at Decatur. The boys will play Decatur’s format – four singles and three doubles matches – while the girls will compete in five singles and two doubles matches. Underkoffler said to be successful the boys’ team needs “good play out of our doubles teams.” “That will be key,” he said. Hudson said playing five singles and two doubles matches is an advantage for the Mallards, because, “we’re strong throughout the entire lineup instead of just being top heavy.” “We need to continue to work on placing the ball and not just be happy with returning it,” Hudson said. “It’s been a strong season and the girl continue to grow.”

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Boardwalkin’ for Pets this Saturday By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (April 20, 2018) Pet owners and their four-legged friends will gather on the Ocean City Boardwalk this Saturday for the Worcester County Humane Society’s largest fundraiser of the year, Boardwalkin’ for Pets. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at the inlet in front of the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum and there is a $25 minimum donation to participate in the 19th annual event. “It is a fun way to raise money for our local nonprofit, private, no-kill shelter,” said Heather Bahrami, chair of the Boardwalkin’ committee. “Beyond a few grants, which we are constantly writing requests, the shelter is run primarily from donations and the only local government that supports us is the Town of Ocean City.” The walk kicks off at 9 a.m. and participants can choose any route they would like, including the full 5 miles from the inlet to 27th Street and back or take the 2.5-mile trip on the Boardwalk to 12th Street and back, she said. Complimentary photographs will be taken of owners and their pets with a red carpet laid out on the beach near Ripley’s Believe It or Not, courtesy of Images by Sara.

Coffee and doughnuts will be provided by Harrison’s Harbor Watch at the inlet and Layton’s on 16th Street before the walk takes place. Owners can also enter their pet into contests for Largest Dog, Smallest Dog, Best Dressed and Best Trick. Winners will take home a basket filled with goodies. Look forward to all kinds of prizes pet-related, Bahrami said. In addition, make sure to enter the annual Cutest Cat photo contest. Photos of all the cutest felines will be posted for the public to vote on and the winner will receive a prize basket full of cat-related treats. Pictures will not be returned and become property of the Worcester County Humane Society. Individual participants and teams who raise the most money will take home baskets filled with hotel stays, restaurant gift cards and Worcester County Humane Society merchandise, Bahrami said. Last year, approximately $28,000 was raised for the shelter with more than 150 walkers and their dogs participating in the event, Bahrami said. “Last year was a down year,” Bahrami said. “I think much of that was due to the bad weather forecast for the weekend and many other events going on. I think with good weather it could be well over 200 [on Saturday.] Two years ago, it was around 300 [people.]” The Worcester County Humane

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(Right) Kimberly Smith’s dog, Lilly, earned the award for best dressed during the 18th annual Boardwalkin’ For Pets, last year. (Left) Stella China participates in the 2017 event with Chihuahua puppy, Bambi. The Boardwalk event is the Worcester County Humane Society’s largest fundraiser. The no-kill animal shelter is located in Berlin. This year’s walk will take place on Saturday.

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Society relies mainly on donations and provides care to animals until they are adopted into suitable homes. As of April 12, about $16,000 had been raised so far. Attendees can adopt a shelter dog for the event and must make arrangements in advance by calling the shelter at 410-213-0146. Boardwalkin’ for Pets festivities kick off on Friday, April 20, at Seacrets on 49th Street from 4-8 p.m. with a dinner and silent auction. Tickets cost $35 at the door. Attendees 21 and older are invited to check out Lauren Glick perform live while enjoying heavy hors d’oeuvres. Auction items include Southwest Airlines tickets, jewelry, tickets to the Firefly Music Festival and a litter box from Litter Robot, which is valued at $500. “It will be a fun evening for the community near and far that have a passion for animals to come together and raise money for our local no-kill shelter,” Bahrami said. “The [auction item] values range from $10 to $800, so there is something for everyone.” Advance tickets cost $30 and can be purchased at the shelter or by visiting www.worcestercountyhumanesociety.org/boardwalkin-for-pets. Participants are also invited to check out a Puppy Party at Backshore Brewing Company on 10th Street and the Boardwalk on Saturday. See WOR. Page 40

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (April 20, 2018) A wide range of activities will be offered for canines and their owners during the fourth annual Pooch Palooza Dog Festival at Frontier Town in Berlin, Saturday and Sunday. Presented by Delmarva Unleashed, the event features two days of games, contests and activities for leashed dogs of all sizes and breeds. “It’s a great family event,” said Sandy Phillips, organizer of Pooch Palooza. “It’s the dog’s day to go out and have fun, while their humans hang with them.” Gates open at 9 a.m. on Saturday, with the Ultimate Air Dogs, who dive, jump and splash for bumpers off the dock tank, beginning at 9:30 a.m. There will be three heats taking place throughout the day in addition to a fetch-it competition starting at 3 p.m. at the dock tank. “This year for the first time on the Eastern Shore, the Ultimate Air Dogs will appear,” Phillips said. “They are a dock diving company, but they will bring with them a certified dock diving specialist so your dog can get on the dock and actually try it.” At least a dozen vendors will be on hand including pet stores such as Paws & Claws and Concord Pet in addition to HempWorx, which will offer cannabis products for dogs. Look forward to Operation Paws for Homes, Paws for People and Keller’s Cause, a unique rescue for blind dogs, to be at the event. “[Keller’s Cause] will also be doing a presentation on how these dogs still have much to give and how easy it is to interact with them just like any other dog,” Phillips said. Low-cost rabies shots, microchips and adoptable dogs will also be available at Pooch Palooza. Precious Paws Animal Hospital and Banfield Pet Hospital will be on site and several professional training businesses including Smart Pups, U.S. Kennels, Delmarva K-9 and Dogs and Their Companions are slated to attend. “This year we have some interesting canine offerings [with] vendors offering unique canine items and treats,” Phillips said. “The new companion games are simple contests so that dogs from all walks of life can participate. There are also games that require the humans to work with their pups, which always strengthens the bond. Some of the events will have limited spots and sign up sheets will be posted.” See VARIETY Page 41

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Wor. Co. Humane Society to open spay and neuter clinic Continued from Page 39 The deck will be transformed into a playpen with the Volkswagen bus becoming a photo booth. Attendees are encouraged to bring a donation for the Worcester County Humane Society. Backshore Brewing Company collars, leashes, water bowls and homemade dog treats will also be for sale. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This will be amazing,â&#x20AC;? Bahrami said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They will have a puppy photo booth set up, special dog treats and all kinds of great items for sale and they will be collecting donations for the Worcester County Humane Society.â&#x20AC;? In the near future, the Worcester County Humane Society will open a

spay and neuter clinic on Stephen Decatur Highway, offering low-cost spray and neutering services, in addition to shots and microchipping. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This event is special because it is our single largest fundraiser of the year,â&#x20AC;?Â Bahrami said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One hundred percent of these funds goÂ toward the animal, whether it be for food, litter, daily or vet care.â&#x20AC;? Visit www.worcestercountyhumanesociety.org to register or learn more about the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no-kill animal shelter, located at 12330 Eagles Nest Road off Route 611 in West Ocean City. For information about Boardwalkinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; for Pets, call the human society at 410-213-0146.

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(Left) Katelyn James of Laurel, Delaware, encourages her dog, Ryder, to jump through a tire during the third annual Pooch Palooza Dog Festival, presented by Delmarva Unleashed, at Frontier Town in Berlin last year. (Right) Justin Hess and his dog, Miller, compete in a Delmarva DockDogs event during the festival.

Variety of events at Pooch Palooza Continued from Page 39 Delmarva Unleashed will have its annual cover model search at Pooch Palooza with four chances to make an impression. The winner will be featured on the front cover of Delmarva Unleashed magazine. “The cover model search is now free and there will be four different backgrounds integrated into the western theme park for the competition,” Phillips said. “Everyone wants their dog to be a star. If your dog doesn’t make the cover, at the very least you have a nice professional shot of your dog.” Pooch Palooza features a costume contest, canine photo booth, demonstrations, training sessions, pie-eating contest, companion games including a canine-human team relay and the FastFetch Cup finals. All dogs will have a chance to qualify at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday and the fastest retriever will be determined at 2 p.m. when the FastFetch Cup final takes place. “There are dogs to defend their titles,” Phillips said. “The event is special because of all the unique canine events. For the first time on the Eastern Shore we will have Flyball. It’s a fast-paced canine relay, complete with signal lights to let the dogs know when to leave and balls attached to boards that dogs actually remove as they vault from the board on the return run.” Once again, a helicopter will drop hundreds of tennis balls for dogs to retrieve. At the prize booth, participants could go home with a unique gift or at least keep the tennis ball for $2 a chance. Dogs can also participate in the lure chase where a plastic bag is tied to a continuous loop and pulled across the ground via a system of pullies, Phillips said. “Lure Chase is presented by Swift Paws,” Phillips said. “They are manufacturers of lure coursing machines and now have released a backyard version that is very affordable. Because Delmarva Unleashed promotes a healthy canine lifestyle, fitness is a big

part and this is another activity your dog can enjoy.” All funds raised from the lure chase activity will help support Brandywine Valley SPCA in Georgetown, Delaware, which is a no-kill shelter undergoing major renovations, Phillips said. In 2017, about 860 dogs and almost 2,000 humans attended the annual event. Pooch Palooza will take place Saturday and Sunday, April 21-22, from

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Frontier Town, off Route 611 (Stephen Decatur Hwy.) Admission cost is $12 per person or $20 for a weekend pass. Dogs and children under 10 are admitted free. “We will be giving away tickets all week on our Facebook page,” Phillips said. For more information or to buy tickets in advance, visit www.poochpalooza.com or www.facebook.com/PoochPalooza.

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Annual Bloody Mary contest at Seacrets, Sunday

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (April 20, 2018) The “Best Bloody Mary” will be crowned during the 12th annual contest on Sunday, April 22, inside Morley Hall at Seacrets on 49th Street. “It is the place to be if you love Bloody Mary’s,” said JJ Roth, Ocean 98’s promotions and program director. “Whoever gets the most votes from people at Morley Hall will win. It is one of the biggest social parties of the year and you don’t want to miss out.” Ocean 98 WOCM Irie Radio is sponsoring the popular competition which kicks off at noon and will feature up to 25 of the best Bloody Mary’s created by bar and restaurant representatives until 3 p.m. Attendees must be 21 or older. It will cost $20 to sip, sample, judge and decide who has the best Bloody Mary. Seacrets’ Spirits Vodka is the official base for the Bloody Mary concoctions. Cocktails will be voted in three categories: Best Overall Bloody Mary, Spiciest Bloody Mary and Best Presentation. The winners will take home trophies. Local band Side Project will provide live entertainment during the competition with Ocean 98.1’s own DJ Magellan playing music in between sets. As of Tuesday afternoon, 19 of the 25 slots were filled, Roth said. Last year, more than 600 people came out and voted the Crabcake Factory “Best Bloody Mary” of 2017. The Crabcake Factory and last year’s best presentation winner, Starboard, will have a variety of local competition this year including the host, Seacrets, Fager’s Island, Bad Monkey, DRY 85, Touch of Italy, Bourbon Street on the Beach, the Bayside Skillet, Ocean 13 and Lighthouse Sound. In addition, Pickles Pub will be

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HOROSCOPE ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, you may have to admit that the master plan you have set up has a few flaws. You don’t have to abandon it, just modify. These modifications may be relatively simple.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Pisces, you may think that you have missed an important opportunity, but don’t get too worried just yet. With a few new strategies, you can regain your momentum.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Fager’s Island on 60th Street, participates in the 11th annual Best Bloody Mary Contest, last year at Seacrets on 49th Street. Pictured, from left, are Joey Smith, Emilio Dalisa, Megan Raczka, Matt Walters and Zep Stafford.

back to defend its “Spiciest Bloody Mary” title. Delaware favorites Bethany Blues, the Salted Rim, 99 Sea Level, Bluecoast, Nicola Pizza and Fork and Flask are slated to compete as well. In the last few years, the competition has grown to encompass businesses on the East Coast such as Washington D.C.’s Buffalo & Bergen in 2018. “All contestants will be using the same vodka [made by] Seacrets Distilling Company,” Roth said. “We recommend getting there early.” The $20 collected at the door goes to the Ocean 98 Cash for College Fund, which provides $1,000 each to three high school seniors in Worcester and Wicomico counties in Maryland, and Sussex County, Delaware. The winners will be announced in June and the radio station has received more than 100 applicants, Roth said. Visit seacrets.com/event/ocean98s-12th-annual-best-bloody-marycontest for more information. If you cannot make the Bloody Mary contest, Seacrets will have its “12 Pack of Local Music and Brew Fest” on Saturday, April 28, from 1-4 p.m. There will be 12 local brewers on hand featuring a smorgasbord of craft beers, which will be paired with Seacrets’ menu items for an additional

cost. Attendees will enjoy unlimited samples of more than 25 craft beers. Evolution out of Salisbury, Dogfish Head from Milton, Delaware, Fin City of West Ocean City, 3rd Wave from Delmar, Delaware, Big Oyster Brewery of Lewes, Delaware, Backshore Brewing from Ocean City, Tall Tales out of Parsonsburg, Crooked Hammock Brewery of Lewes, Delaware, Rubber Soul Brewing from Salisbury, Mispillion River Brewing of Milford, Delaware, Blue Earl Brewing out of Smyrna, Delaware, and Ocean City Brewing Company are the local breweries slated to provide samples. There will be several bands and deejays playing throughout the 49th Street venue at the Tiki Stage, Main Bar and Morley Hall Nite Club. Expect to see local bands from the Eastern Shore in addition to musicians from Philadelphia and New Jersey. All attendees will receive a commemorative event cup and must be 21 or older with a valid ID. Tickets cost $25 in advance and can be purchased at Seacrets on 49th Street or online at seacrets.com/12pack. At the door, tickets will be $30. Designated driver tickets will be available for $10 and includes unlimited fountain soda. For more information, call Seacrets at 410-524-4900.

Gemini, you may be easily swayed this week by someone who is smooth-talking. Figure out if this person can be believed or not, but give them a chance.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

You may find yourself in a position where you can take on a leadership role, Cancer. Do not hesitate to jump onboard because this can be just what’s needed for your career.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Responsibilities will soon be easier to handle, Leo. Not because the tasks are less difficult, but because you have more people on your side helping you out.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Planning a vacation can be almost as fun as traveling, Virgo. When someone asks for your help drawing up a travel itinerary, put all of your effort into the task.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Some sort of breakthrough in your life is soon to become a reality, Libra. It may be a financial windfall or a new job opportunity. Keep your eyes open to any and all possibilities.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

You can achieve great things this week, Scorpio. Ultimately, your accomplishments depend on how much you can focus on the tasks at hand. The ball is in your court.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, you are on the move this week, but it is best to have a plan and not leave things to chance. Look ahead to all the possible scenarios that have the potential to trip you up.

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Capricorn, it is easy to get carried away with an idea. Just do not mistake obsession for focus. You need to pace yourself if you are going to be effective.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

You may need to postpone something you had hoped to finish this week, Aquarius. As long as it does not get pushed too far onto the back burner you should be fine.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, a setback of some kind may occur this week. Don’t get too worried just yet. Adversity can be a learning experience.

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raffle will be named during the celebration with only 100 tickets being sold for $100 each. There will be at least three smaller raffles with prizes taking place throughout the day as well. “It is a big fundraiser with the winner of the ticket winning $5,000 and the other $5,000 goes to Relay for Life,” Carder said. “About $15,000 was raised last year and the wonderful part of this is the money stays in our area.” This year, the event is in memory of “PJ” Aldridge, a long-time Ocean City Realtor who died of Stage IV lung cancer in January after courageously battling the disease since February 2010. He created the PJ Aldridge Foundation to help other members of the community. “He was a good, kind soul who gave back and helped a tremendous amount of people along the way,” Carder said. “He made contributions to so many people. “It was never about PJ. He took the bull by the horns and turned it into about trying to help other people,” she continued. “The whole time he was battling he never gave up the fight. He was so determined.” Carder and her husband, Billy, became invested in Relay for Life after See N. Page 44

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (April 20, 2018) The 17th annual Relay for Life cancer benefit at BJ’s on the Water will take place on Sunday with happy food and drink specials, raffles and live music from Teenage Rust and the Fabulous Rustettes. “It is a celebration of a life, a love and a friend,” BJ’s owner Madlyn Carder said. “There really isn’t anyone I know where cancer has not affected their life. It is a good time surrounded by people who have fought the fight and understand.” The party starts at 2 p.m. at the 75th Street restaurant with live entertainment provided by Teenage Rust and the Fabulous Rustettes until 6 p.m. “The band has been together since 1981 and it is contagious how much fun we have,” Carder said. “We will be recording a live CD and want people here to make some noise in the background. It will be our third CD and all proceeds will go toward cancer research. We will also have our new 2018 Teenage Rust T-shirts for sale.” There will be happy hour food and drink specials offered and proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. Winners of a $10,000 50/50

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Annual MS Walk in Ocean City this Saturday By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (April 20, 2018) Help raise funds to eradicate Multiple Sclerosis for 2.3 million people living with the disease worldwide on Saturday afternoon, April 21, during Ocean City’s 23rd annual MS Walk. “Walk MS Ocean City is a destination location for individuals with MS and their families to connect with people from many states who are passionate about finding a cure,” said Whitney Pogwist, manager of the Walk MS DC-Maryland Chapter. “This event has spectacular water views, a nice stroll on the Boardwalk and a tremendous amount of camaraderie. It creates bonds across states that last all year – not just for one big day.” Registration is free and opens at noon on Saturday for participants

who did not sign up in advance. The walk will start at 1 p.m. at the Ocean City inlet. Walkers will head down the Boardwalk to 19th Street, turn around and come back. A 1-mile walk will also take place where participants stroll down to Third Street and back. Chris Weimer from WBOC is slated to emcee the event. Lunch will be provided by Pizza Tugos, in addition there will be Herr’s chips and snacks and water from Wegman’s. There are 500 Multiple Sclerosis walk sites nationwide with approximately 400,000 participants predicted to take part in 2018, Pogwist said. As of April 13, 30 teams had signed up and organizers expect at least 300 people at this year’s Ocean City event. Last year, there were 312 participants on 41 teams. The MS Walk in Ocean

City raised $56,641 in 2017. The goal is to bring in $60,000 this year. With no registration fee, the event generates funds from participants and personal donations to the organization. “Walk MS helps us team up with friends, loved ones and co-workers to change the world for everyone affected,” Pogwist said. “Together we become a powerful force with every step we take and every dollar we raise, we are that much closer. Fundraising drives groundbreaking research, provides life-changing services and guarantees a supportive community for those who need it most.” Multiple sclerosis is an unpredictable and disabling disease of the central nervous system that disrupts the flow of information within the brain. According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, the disease is not contagious and is not directly inherited, and most people with MS have a

normal or near-normal life expectancy. The majority of people with MS do not become severely disabled, but the disease can cause blurred vision, loss of balance, poor coordination, slurred speech, tremors, numbness, tingling, extreme fatigue, problems with memory and concentration, paralysis and blindness. The progress, severity and specific symptoms of multiple sclerosis in any one person cannot be predicted. Most people are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 50, although individuals as young as 2 and as old as 75 have developed it. At least two to three times more women are diagnosed with the disease than men. Worldwide, MS affects about 2.3 million people. There is no cure for the disease, but there are FDA-approved medications that have been shown to “modify” or slow down the underlying course of MS. For more information about MS or the walk, visit www.nationalmssociety.org or call 800-344-4867.

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Continued from Page 43 Billy was diagnosed with cancer in 2000 and fought a second round of the disease in 2012. Recently, his annual report came back clear. He has been cancer-free for four years and 135 days, Madlyn said on Tuesday. “It is an epidemic and thank God for research,” she said. “We are very lucky with the resources in the state of Maryland. They are trying to find a cure for this horrible disease.” The 2018 North Worcester County Relay for Life will take place on Friday, May 11, at Frontier Town Campground, located off Route 611 in West Ocean City. Relay for Life is an annual allnight walk and gathering that brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate survivorship, remember loved ones who lost their battle with cancer and show support to those currently fighting the disease.

“That night is very emotional when all the survivors come forward and you see how many people survived the past year,” Carder said. “It is just amazing and they depend on that evening to raise a lot of money.” This Sunday, Relay for Life organizers will be on hand to sell luminaires, which can be purchased in honor of a survivor or in memory of a loved one who passed, which are then illuminated at dusk during the event next month. “We are very emotionally connected to this,” Carder said. “We have so many dear friends we have lost. Every day my prayer list gets longer. We keep trying to raise money to have more research done.” For more information about Sunday’s event, call BJ’s on the Water at 410-524-7575. To learn more about Relay of Life, visit relay.acsevents.org.

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CRICKET Center to host Walk for Kids, Sun.

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (April 20, 2018) To raise funds and bring attention to Child Abuse Awareness Month, the nonprofit CRICKET Center in Berlin will host its fifth annual Walk for Kids on the Boardwalk this Sunday, April 22. “We can prevent children from further victimization by supporting child advocacy centers,” said CRICKET Center Executive Director Wendy Myers. “We are the only child advocacy center in Worcester County and we are accredited by the National Children’s Alliance.” Registration begins at 11 a.m. at Hooters, on Fifth Street and the Boardwalk, with the walk kicking off at noon. A $25 donation includes the walk, a commemorative token and a two-hour exclusive reception at Hooters. The route starts at Hooters with walkers heading down to the inlet, turning around and coming back, which is a little more than a mile, Myers said. Others may decide to keep going down to 27th Street. There will be Girl Scout volunteers along the route with water, and trophies will be awarded to the top individual and team who raises the most funds, Myers said. “Every case of child abuse is reported, investigated and prosecuted at our child advocacy center,” Myers

said. “We rely on grant funding and donations to support our program.” All participants are invited to attend a reception at Hooters after the walk from 1-3 p.m. There will be a buffet with salads, chicken, wings and non-alcoholic beverages. In addition, look forward to door prizes, happy hour prices on alcoholic beverages and a silent auction. Information on child safety and prevention will be available. Last year, 116 participants raised more than $10,000 for the CRICKET Center. “So far, we have raised $7,500 toward our $12,000 goal,” Myers said. “This includes sponsors and walk registrations. Due to the generosity of Hooters Ocean City, every penny raised goes directly to the CRICKET Center.” The Children’s Resource Intervention Center, Kids Empowerment Team (CRICKET) Center employees work as a comprehensive team to investigate, prosecute and treat child physical and sexual abuse by minimizing the trauma, preventing further victimization and promoting emotional healing for the victim and their loved ones. “We also offer medical and mental health intervention and family advocate services,” Myers said. “Every service we provide is free of charge to the child victim and non-offending

family. We never charge a fee or request insurance information.” The center partners with local law enforcement, Atlantic General Hospital, Life Crisis, Inc., the Board of Education, child protection workers and the State’s Attorney Office. The nonprofit provides a variety of free services to children and their families including a 24-hour response, on-site forensic medical exam by a SAFE (Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner) nurse, on-site therapist, forensic interviewers and family advocate, community education on child abuse, an assessment and investigation of child neglect, physical, sexual and mental abuse, and when warranted by evidence the prosecution of offenders. The CRICKET Center in Berlin is one of two accredited child advocacy centers on the Eastern Shore by the National Children’s Alliance with the other located in Talbot County, Myers said. The nonprofit organization relies heavily on grants and donations to provide victims and their families with the help they need. “We have been approved to receive a facility/courthouse dog from Canine Companions for Independence,” Myers said. “We will receive our dog in May 2018. We need assistance to help us with this special animal, which will provide emotional support to child victims of abuse. Go to our

website for information about how you can help.” The next CRICKET Center event is its third annual, “An Evening at The Hobbit,” slated for Wednesday, Oct. 24. Myers said tickets will be available soon and the event will sell out. Register for the walk online at www.thecricketcenter.com. For more information, contact Myers at 410641-0097 or wendy.myers@maryland.gov.

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WELCOME Nancy Howard and Saylor Amos, 11, both of Ocean City, handle hostess duties during the Ocean City Downtown Association’s 18th annual James Sapia spaghetti dinner at Shenanigan’s Irish Pub on Fourth Street and the Boardwalk last Saturday.

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OUT & ABOUT

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During the Susan G. Komen Race for a Cure pre-party last Friday, American Cancer Society volunteers gather for a photo. Pictured, from left, are Lori Yates, Jennifer Dameron, Mary Leonard, Malisa Eslin, Jessica Cropper and Kathi Jaconi at Ropewalk on 82nd Street.

Coastal Hospice Taste of Finer Things committee members come together for a photo during the event at Harrison’s Harbor Watch on April 11. Pictured, from left, are Donna Leiner, Gayle Widdowson, Madalaine How, Karen Cramer, Elaine Jacobs, Cathy Donovan, Marsha Howarth, Macky Stansell and Stephanie Meehan. Pam Buckley is not pictured.

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Touch of Italy owner Bob Ciprietti, center, is joined by Biagio Lucci, left, and Bill Wilson during the Taste of Finer Things event on April 11 at Harrison’s Harbor Watch near the inlet.

Cancer survivors and friends hang out during the Race for a Cure pre-party last Friday at Ropewalk on 82nd Street. Pictured, from left, are Kathy Gatch, of Harford County, Dona Drinkwater, from York, Pennsylvania, Shelia Cook, of Northeast, Maryland, and Dawn Jakum, from Middle River, Maryland.

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Glenn and Pat Goff join Lucy Lotz, left, all of Westminster, Maryland, for a photo during the Susan G. Komen Race for a Cure pre-party last Friday at Ropewalk on 82nd Street.

Friends from Maryland and Virginia participating in their sixth year as a team in Ocean City, smile for a photo during the Susan G. Komen Race for a Cure pre-party last Friday at Ropewalk on 82nd Street. Pictured, from left, are Diane Boyle, Christy Farvier, Carole and Charlie Reid and Cindy Rea.

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OCPD OPEN HOUSE The Ocean City Police Department hosted an Open House event featuring the Mounted Unit, last Saturday at Bay Point Equestrian Center in Ocean Pines. Mounted officers demonstrated how they groom and tack the horses, patrol techniques, and ran the horses through an obstacle course. The horses also played a 2-on-2 soccer game, which is used for de-sensitivity training. The OCPD K-9 Unit also did demonstrations. (Left) Mounted officers with their horses, from left, are Cpl. Chip Green and Benson, Ofc. Jessica Johnson and Scout, Ofc. Corwin Vincent and Tucker, and Pfc. Joe Laughlin and Trevor. (Right) K-9 officer Pfc. Danielle Braniff is pictured with her dog, Klem.

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (April 20, 2018) Browse 31 vendors during the annual Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show, which begins today, Friday, at noon and continues until Sunday afternoon at the convention center on 40th Street. Fine, classic, fashion, estate, sterling silver, wire wrapped and handcrafted jewelry in addition to an assortment of metals, custom gemstones, crystals, pearls, rocks, minerals, loose stones, beads and fossils will be featured in the show. In addition, jewelers and wire wrappers will be on site who can design, remount, set stones or repair jewelry. “There are not a lot of gem, mineral and jewelry shows – only a few of them on the East Coast and four or five in the mid-Atlantic region,” said longtime exhibitor and organizer Ellen White, of C. White Ltd. “There is a wide selection of different types of merchandise.” The Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show takes place today, 12-6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ocean City venue. Admission costs is $5 for the entire weekend. Youth 16 and under get in free with an adult. Visit www.treasuresoftheearth.com for information and a $1 off admission coupon.

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NOW PLAYING BIG EASY ON 60 5909 Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-524-2305 www.thebigeasyon60.com April 21: TD MacDonald, 4-7 p.m. April 26: Mickey Justice & Reagan, 4:30-7 p.m. BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-7575 www.bjsonthewater.com April 20: Tranzfusion, 9 pm April 21: Bird Dog & the Road Kings, 9 p.m. April 22: Teenage Rust & Fabulous Rustettes, 2 p.m. April 25: Lennon & Ricky LaRicci, 6 p.m. BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH 116th Street, behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium Ocean City 443-664-2896 www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com April 20: Lennon & Ricky LaRicci April 21: Kevin Poole April 22: Bob Hughes, 5- 8 p.m. April 25: Open Mic, 9-11 p.m. April 26: Chris Button, 7- 10 p.m. CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th St. & Baltimore Ave. Ocean City 410-289-7192 www.captainstableoc.com Every Friday & Saturday: Phil Perdue, 5:30 p.m. DUFFY’S TAVERN 130th Street in the Montego Bay Shopping Center 410-250-1449 www.duffysoc.com April 20: Bob Hughes, 5-8 p.m. HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 S. Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-1846 www.ocharborside.com April 20: DJ Billy T, 4 p.m.-2 a.m. April 21: Side Project/Chris Button, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. April 22: Opposite Directions, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Billy T, 4 p.m.-2 a.m. April 26: Opposite Directions, 6 p.m. HOOTERS 12513 Ocean Gateway West Ocean City 410-213-1841 www.hootersofoc.com April 21: Classic Vibe, 4-8 p.m. JOHNNY’S PIZZA & PUB

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TASTE OF FINER THINGS Joe Mac, left, and Mike Cosman, of Macky’s Bayside, help out during the Taste of Finer Things to benefit Coastal Hospice, on April 11 at Harrison’s Harbor Watch near the inlet.

706 Philadelphia Ave. Ocean City 410-289-4891 www.picklesoc.com April 20: Beats By Jeremy, 10-2 a.m. April 21: Joey Harkum Band, 10 p.m. April 23: Karaoke with Jeremy, 9 p.m. April 24: Beats by Wax, 9 p.m. PURPLE MOOSE SALOON 108 S. Atlantic Ave. Ocean City 410-289-6953 www.purplemoosesaloon.com April 20 & 21: Voice of Reason, 9 p.m. SEACRETS 49th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-4900 www.seacrets.com April 20: John McNutt Band, 5-9 p.m.; Element K, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; Split Decision, 10 p.m.-1:50 a.m. April 21: Full Circle, 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Kicking Sunrise, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Steal The Sky, 10 p.m.-1:50 a.m. April 22: Ocean 98's 12th Annual Best Bloody Mary Contest 12 p.m.-3 p.m. April 26: Full Circle Duo, 5 p.m.-9 p.m.

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PRE-RACE PARTY Jennifer and Frank LaMartina, of Red Lion, Pennsylvania, attend the Race for a Cure pre-party last Friday at Ropewalk on 82nd Street.

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HOSPICE BENEFIT Jordan Bohall and Dry 85 owner Lisa Bolter offer chicken sandwiches to guests during the Taste of Finer Things event to benefit Coastal Hospice, April 11 at Harrison’s Harbor Watch near the inlet.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Pickled shrimp and vegetable tacos recipe

By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (April 20, 2018) Diligence defines the character of a chef and it is this daily persistence that frees one from predictability. Repetitiveness is safe and monotonous; the path of ingenuity must be explored for optimum results. Menus are a reflection of one’s point of view and how the food is prepared is an indication of skill. Daily selections should reflect the change of seasons and at the same time highlight the many bounties we are to receive. Shrimp is a popular protein and recipes vary accordingly. Locals and vacationers alike salivate at the thought of succulent steamed shrimp accompanied with a zesty cocktail sauce. Old Bay seasoning is synonymous on the Eastern Shore and is the key to this dish. A platter of crispy, fried shrimp served with creamy coleslaw and hot fries is another favorite? The crunchy coating in contrast with the juicy, tender seafood is a delicious match. Even though these shrimp dishes are very tasty, there is not much of a

“wow” factor. Entertaining depends on the element of surprise and individuality. Pickled shrimp and vegetable tacos raises the bar of complexity and originality. Pickling is becoming quite popular and for good reason. Pickling changes the basic components of a dish which allows one to think out of the box. Rice vinegar is highly suggested. It has a good marinating quality without the harshness of other vinegars. With that thought in mind, let us delve into the specifics of a pickled shrimp and vegetable taco. The shape and texture of the tortilla is up to the cook. The following recipe is based on a soft, flour tortilla. This particular dish includes an array of colors and textures. Therefore, the tortilla should be presented flat so the ingredients can be showcased more easily. Visual presentation is just as important as the taste. The acidity of the pickling marinade should be balanced with something fatty and creamy. Place a dollop of sour cream on the tortilla; using the back of a spoon, swirl the sour cream to form the base of the taco. Keeping with the theme of fattiness and creaminess, arrange thin slices of avocado over the sour cream. A sprinkle of sweet, chopped mangoes will contrast nicely with the

pickled shrimp and vegetables. Also, the color of the mangos will pop against the whiteness of the sour cream and greenness of the avocado. The pickled vegetables consist of sweet onions, red onions, poblano peppers jalapenos, red and yellow peppers, radishes, daikons and carrots. A daikon is a Japanese radish and this ingredient is optional. Daikons can be purchased at Harris Teeter. Using tongs, add the pickled vegetables and shrimp. Try to get some height on the dish. Garnish with fresh cilantro, a light dusting of black and toasted sesame seeds, and your dish is complete. The beauty of this recipe is there are no set rules. Feel free to improvise and be true to yourself and your guests. This is a fun dish and can easily be served as a “make your own taco” buffet. Enjoy! * The recipe calls for matchstick cuts. Basically, this is a uniform cut of vegetables that look like matchsticks. It is time consuming but it is visually appealing to the eye and will absorb the pickling marinade faster. * The recipe also suggests cutting some of the vegetables on a mandoline. By using a mandoline, you are able to get an incredibly thin cut. This allows the shrimp to be the star of the dish.

Pickling Marinade for Shrimp and Vegetables

2 pounds medium shrimp, deveined 2 cups rice vinegar 1 cup olive oil 1/4 cup each fresh lemon, lime and orange juice 1/4 cup thinly slice sweet onion, preferably sliced on a mandoline 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, preferably sliced on a mandoline 3 radishes thinly sliced, preferably on a mandoline 1 large poblano, stem and seeds removed, and cut into matchstick cuts 2 jalapenos, stem and seeds removed, and finely chopped 2-inch section of a daikon, peeled and cut into matchstick cuts 2 carrots, ends removed, peeled, and cut into half lengthwise. Then cut into matchstick cuts 1 small red and yellow bell pepper, stems and seeds removed, and cut into matchstick cuts 3 bay leaves 1 1/2 teaspoons celery seed 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 to 2 teaspoons dried pepper flakes 2 teaspoons kosher salt or to taste 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 1. Steam shrimp just until they are See NO Page 51

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KOMEN RACE FOR THE CURE About 1,500 people registered for the seventh annual Susan G. Komen Foundation’s Race for the Cure, held last Saturday on the Ocean City Boardwalk. The event raises awareness, support and funds for breast cancer research with a 5K fun run or walk and a 1-mile family walk. As of earlier this week about $159,000 had been raised. The deadline for fundraising is May 15. PHOTOS LISA CAPITELLI/OCEAN CITY TODAY

“Team Beach Boobies” members Frank and Travis Starner, Jeff Connors and Mitch David, of Maryland, again wear pink ape costumes for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. Several members of a Linthicum, Maryland kickboxing studio join in the Komen event. Pictured, from left, are “Busty Boxers” Tiffany Der, Kirsten Krentz, Charlotte Loetz, Jeannice Richards, Michele Fuhrmaneck and Hope Jaslow.

“Team Dancing Divas” from Baltimore gather for a pictured before the race. Friends representing North Carolina and Maryland, from left, Lynn Hawkins, Belinda Marshall, cancer survivor Regina Battle and Kesha Lewis pose for a photo.

The “Hangovers & Cancer Suck” team has participated in the event since its inception.

Brooke, 17-month-old Bryce and Randy Williams enjoy family time after the event.

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No set rules for recipe, feel free to improvise, Walker says Continued from Page 49 barely cooked. Place on a cooling rack so the shrimp cool down faster. Peel the shrimp and place them in a large bowl. Freeze the shells for stock. 2. Add the remaining marinade ingredients to the large bowl. Mix well. 3. Place the marinated shrimp and vegetables into a doubled Ziploc bag and refrigerate for at least two days. Turn the bag every 12 hours so all the ingredients get an even pickling. Bring the shrimp and vegetables to room temperature and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

4. Add a sprinkling of chopped mangoes. 5. Top with pickled shrimp and vegetables. 6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds Secret Ingredient – Idea. “If you want to get across an idea, wrap it up in a person.” – Ralph Bunche

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COMMUNITY/SCHOOLS

ROARING 20S It was a roaring good time in Stephen Decatur High School American literature teachers Kim Patrick's and Kia Terlizzi's classrooms as students went back to the 1920s as part of a culminating activity for “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Students dressed as flappers, listened to jazz, and danced the Charleston as they celebrated the time period. Pictured are SDHS juniors, from left, Daletez Smith, Lauren Barrett and Daniel Mitchell.

ALOC SUPPORTER To honor the long-time support of the Homer & Martha Gudelsky Family Foundation, the Art League of Ocean City presented Rolfe Gudelsky with a personalized brick paver that will be installed in the courtyard of the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street. He is pictured with Marsha Howarth, Art League corporate partner, during the donor cocktail party on April 4 at the Arts Center.

YOUNG ARTIST Olivia Parker, age 17, a student at Worcester Prep, exhibits her digital art on First Friday during the Anime/Manga Student Art Show at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street, April 6.

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RACE FOR THE CURE “Strides for Sue” Team won first place for Most Participants in First-Time Teams Category during the seventh annual Susan G. Komen Foundation’s Race for the Cure, held last Saturday on the Ocean City Boardwalk. The group, based in Glen Burnie, had a total of 16 members.

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SPAGHETTI DINNER (Left) Among the smiling faces attending the 18th annual James Sapia spaghetti dinner at Shenanigan’s Irish Pub on Fourth Street and the Boardwalk last Saturday, from right, are Jeff and Becky McArthur, Jerry and Jennifer Albright, as well as Nancy and Don Bloom, all of Ocean City. (Right) Kay Fletcher, right, dines with Peg and Chuck Burnett, all of Ocean City.

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SURVIVORS CELEBRATED Cancer survivors walk around the inlet parking lot then gather for a photo following the seventh annual Ocean City Susan G. Komen Foundation’s Race for the Cure last Saturday. LISA CAPITELLI/ OCEAN CITY TODAY

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First spring festival and 5K run SDHS Marching (April 20, 2018) Worcester Technical High School in Newark, will hold its first “May Day” Spring Festival and 5K Fun Run on Saturday, May 5. The event proceeds benefit the school’s student organizations: Future Business Leaders of America, Future Farmers of America and Skills USA. The goal is to raise enough money to assist in travel and competition costs for students to help them achieve the highest level of success. Registration for the 5K can be completed online at https://worcestertechhs.com or by printing the registration form and mailing it to: 6290 Worcester

Hwy., Newark, Maryland 21841. The cost is $10 for students and $30 for adults. Race shirts are guaranteed to those that register by April 21. Online registration will close one week prior to the event. On-site registration will open at 9 a.m. the morning of the event. The school will also host a “May Day” Spring Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 5. A wide variety of activities for all ages are planned including games, a car show, Mother’s Day flower sale, and a corn hole tournament. This event is rain or shine. For more information, contact Worcester Technical High School at 410632-5050.

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Band Boosters hold guitar raffle

(April 20, 2018) The Stephen Decatur Music Boosters will hold a raffle drawing for a handcrafted acoustic electric guitar, guitar case and seven lessons, on May 3. The proceeds from the raffle will directly benefit the Stephen Decatur Music Boosters who have been working to raise funds for new marching band uniforms for the last eight years. The Stephen Decatur Marching Band represents the high school in the community as it performs at many different parades and competitions. “We are ‘Decatur Strong’ and want to exude that confidence not only in our playing, but in our appearance as well,” said Band Director JD Foell. “The current uniforms which are 27 years old, were purchased in 1991 and are older than the students that are wearing them. The threads that bind them together are wearing thin and by the end of the school year, the seams will be held together by safety pins.” This one-of-a-kind acoustic electric guitar, was handcrafted and donated by Luthier and Booster Board member Robbie Kilchenstein. It is made of many domestic and exotic woods from around the world. It features art work by Jenelle Willey, another local artist, who used watercolor pencils to handsketch the Ocean City

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pier at sunrise. In addition, the guitar package includes a carrying case and seven lessons from Beach Music in Ocean City. If the winner chooses not to use the lessons, Beach Music will honor a credit for $125, which can be used for any purchase in the store. Tickets cost $20 each or get six for $100. For more information, to see the guitar being played, and to purchase tickets, visit the Music Boosters website at https://sdhsbandboosters.wixsite.com/info/guitar. The Stephen Decatur Music Boosters organization is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, charitable organization.

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Safe Boating Class, April 24-26

(April 20, 2018) The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary will offer the Maryland Basic Boating Safety Course Tuesday through Thursday, April 24-26 at the Ocean Pines Library from 6-9 p.m. each night. Maryland requires that everyone born after July 1, 1972 needs to pass the state Safe Boating Class and have their certificate with them when operating a powerboat; however, it’s highly recommended that everyone who wants to be informed about safe boating regardless of their age or experience take the class. Taught by Maryland and USCG Auxiliary certified instructors, the class is a fun and relaxing threenight event culminating in the administration of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources test and awarding of the Safe Boating Certificate. The course is a chance to brush up on general boating knowledge and

get practical insight and advice from Coast Guard Auxiliary instructors. Other than the state-mandated material, legal responsibilities, safety equipment, navigation and good boating practices, the class covers other pertinent subjects like marlinspike (knots and lines handling), local Ocean City water knowledge and marine radio protocols . Future Maryland Safe Boating Classes are scheduled June, July and September in the three-evening format, at the Ocean Pines library. It will also be taught twice in a one-day format, Saturday, May 5 and Saturday, Aug. 4. The Saturday class will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Class size is limited. The fee is $15 per student which includes study guide. For more information or to register, contact Barry Cohen at 410-9354807 or email CGAUXOC@gmail.com.

Audition for Launch II, April 28 (April 20, 2018) The Launch II Performing Arts Benefit for Education committee will hold the first round of auditions for all ages on Saturday, April 28 at Stephen Decatur High School from 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. The search for talented performers is open to singers, dancers, comedians,

thespians, musicians and other solo and group performers of all ages. The Launch II ~ Rhythm of the Tides is the Worcester County Education Foundation’s second annual Celebration of the Performing Arts and Education and will take place Nov. 10 at the Ocean See AUDITIONS Page 56

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Auditions at Decatur and SHHS Continued from Page 55 City Performing Arts Center on 40th Street. Building upon last years popular event, the committee will hold the first audition in the northern part of the county at Decatur and a second audition Friday, May 4 at Snow Hill High School from 3:30-6:30 p.m. The talent search is open to all ages but applicants must have some “roots” in Worcester County. They must either

once lived or worked here or have family ties in the county. Gwen Lehman, retired theater instructor at Decatur, will direct The Launch II. Performers are encouraged to loosely tie this year’s theme “Rhythm of the Tides” into their performance if possible (although it is not critical to include). Call Lehman for further information or for an audition application at 443735-4502, or visit www.wced.foundation or contact patti@peckmiller.com.

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RUG CRAFTER Sarah Province, of Silver Spring, Maryland, shows a piece inspired by her grandchildren during this year’s rug show at the Dunes Manor Hotel on 28th Street and Baltimore Avenue, last Thursday afternoon. The event was part of the Maryland Shores Rug Hooking School.

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Dining Guide ■ PRICE RANGE: $, $$, $$$ ■ RESERVATIONS: Reservations accepted ________________________________

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South end to 28th Street

■ ASIAN GARDEN Philadelphia Avenue, between 15th and 16th streets, Ocean City 410-289-7423, www.asiangarden.us $ Serving Chinese and Indian cuisine. Eat in, carry out or we can deliver. Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. ■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410289-7192, www.captainstableoc.com $$-$$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Family-owned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott. ■ COINS 28th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410524 3100, www.coinspub.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Casual dining atmosphere for families. Crab cakes, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood. Everything homemade. Happy hour 3-6 p.m. and early bird 4-6 p.m. Daily specials. ■ THE CORAL REEF CAFE / HEMINGWAY'S RESTAURANT 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612, www.ocsuites.com/dining $-$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Four-story atrium cafe and an elegant dining room, Floridian/islandstyle cuisine, fresh seafood, fresh cuts of meat, farmto-table produce, artisanal desserts, hearty sandwiches and much more. ■ DOUGH ROLLER S. Division Street, Boardwalk 410-289-3501; 41st Street and Coastal Hwy. 410-524-9254; 70th Street and Coastal Hwy. 410-524-7981, www.DoughRollerRestaurants.com $ | Kids’ menu Ocean City’s favorite family restaurant for more than 35 years. Great kid’s menu. Dayton’s Fried Chicken available at South Division. Breakfast served daily at 41st and 70th streets. Order online for carryout at both Coastal Highway locations. ■ FISHTALES BAR & GRILL 21st Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-289-0990, www.ocfishtales.com $-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar FishTales is located in a premier outdoor beach location on the bay with the best sunsets. Come for the best local fare. We offer lunch and dinner with great happy hour food and drink specials. Kids play area too. So sit back and enjoy. ■ HOOTERS 5th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-2892690, www.hootersofoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Traditional or boneless wings, burgers, quesadillas, tacos and healthy salads. Seafood selections with Alaskan snow crab legs and Maryland steam pots. Pet friendly oceanfront patio. ■ MARINA DECK 306 Dorchester St., Ocean City 410-289-4411, www.marinadeckrestaurant.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Check out our all-you-can-eat menu: steamed shrimp, BBQ ribs, and blue crabs and crab legs. Also featuring a brand new multi-level kid’s area! Join us for lunch and dinner in our dining room or on our open air, roof top deck or at the Wild Pony Bar for our signature cocktails and Assateague Island view! ■ PHILLIPS SEAFOOD, CRAB HOUSE 21st Street, Ocean City 410-289-7747, PhillipsSeafood.com $$-$$$ | Full bar Traditional dining, buffet and carry out. Early Bird Menu when seated before 5 p.m. All-you-can-eat buffet. Voted OC’s Best Buffet. Featuring more than 100 items including snow crab legs, carving station, made-to-order pasta, handmade crab cakes and so much more. ■ VICTORIAN ROOM RESTAURANT Dunes Manor Hotel, OCEANFRONT at 28th and Baltimore Ave, Ocean City 410-289-1100, www.dunesmanor.com $$ - $$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Open year round. Oceanfront dining atmosphere with local, farm to table/sea to table cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Friday and Saturday, till 10 p.m.). Also Zippy Lewis Lounge with happy hour from 4-7 p.m., featuring Craft

Beer selections and appetizer menu; Milton’s Out Door Cafe; and the Barefoot Beach Bar in season.

MIDTOWN 29th to 90th streets

■ 32 PALM 32nd Street, in the Hilton Suites, Ocean City 410289-2525, www.oceancityhilton.com/dining $$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Western Caribbean cuisine, Eastern Shore favorites, gourmet and tasty liquid desserts. ■ THE BIG EASY ON 60 5909 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524-2305, www.thebigeasyon60.com $-$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Come try some Ocean City favorites as well as our take on traditional Louisiana cajun dishes. ■ BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street, Ocean City 410-524-7575, www.bjsonthewater.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Entire dining menu served 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week, year-round. Daily specials, daily duck feeding. Entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. No cover. Available for parties and banquets. Indoor and outdoor dining. ■ DRY 85 OC 12 48th Street, Ocean City 443-664-8989, www.DRY85.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Steps from the beach. Gourmet “stick to your ribs” home cooking. A made-from-scratch kitchen with every sauce and every dressing hand crafted. It’s that attention to detail that takes the concept of burgers, fries, pork chops and wings and turns them completely on their head. Late night bar. Seasonal outdoor seating. ■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE 31st Street, Ocean City 410-289-2581, higginscrabhouse.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Known for all-you-can-eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs. ■ JOHNNY’S PIZZA PUB 56th Street, Ocean City 410-723-5600, www.johnnyspizzapub.com $ | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Featuring homemade pizzas, 18 gourmet pizzas, a variety of calzones, subs, burgers, sandwiches and jumbo wings with 20 different sauces. Live music Fridays, Saturdays and Wednesdays. Carry out or delivery until 4 a.m. ■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ 67th Street Town Center, Ocean City 443-6645639, www.longboardcafe.net $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving lunch and dinner. Lite fare to dinner entrees offering a variety of burgers, paninis, sandwiches and salads. The "veggies" menu features wrinkled green beans. Signature house libiations and signature entrees made with ingredients from local farms and fisheries. A family restaurant. ■ RARE AND RYE 106 32nd St., Ocean City 410-213-7273, https://www.rareandrye.com Full Bar Whiskey and wine bar. Farm to table. Locally grown and prepared cuisine with an eclectic menu. Unique libations with robust selection of ryes, bourbons, whiskeys and specialty drinks. Authentic green space with industrial and rustic décor. ■ RED RED WINE BAR OC 12 48th Street, Ocean City 443-664-6801, www.RedRedWineBar.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Steps from the beach. Coastal cuisine with a focus on local seafood and hand tossed pizzas plus artisanal cheeseboards. 35+ wines By the Glass, 120+ By the Bottle. Flights. Luxurious colors and custom built couches. Late night bar. Seasonal outdoor seating. ■ ROPEWALK 82nd Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-524-1109, www.ropewalkoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Watch the sunsets. Indoor dining and bar, deck dining and tiki bar. Serving brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Serving lunch and dinner, 7 days a week in casual atmosphere. Happy hour specials all day, every day. ■ SEACRETS 49th Street, Ocean City 410-524-4900, www.seacrets.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Island atmosphere. Soups, salads, Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood.

■ SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762, www.skyebaroc.com $-$$ | Reservations | Full bar Lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Happy hour, 3-6 p.m. with food and drink specials.

UPTOWN

91st to 146th streets

■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR 94th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3983, www.bluefishocmd.com $-$$ | Reservations | Full bar Japanese and Chinese restaurant and sushi bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Dine in, take out and delivery available. ■ BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH 116th Street & Coastal Hwy., (Behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium), Ocean City 443-6642896, www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com $$-$$$ | Reservations recommended for large parties | Kids’ menu | Full bar Eastern Shore fare with a New Orleans Flare. Seafood, steaks and pasta dishes. Specializing in Jambalaya, Creole, & Gumbo. Home of the Ragin’ Cajun Bloody Mary. Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. Weekly entertainment. ■ THE CRAB BAG 130th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410-250-3337, www.thecrabbag.com $-$$ | Full bar Dine in and carryout. Open 7 Days a week, 11 am til late night. Hot steamed crabs, world famous fried chicken, ribs, burgers, barbecue, pasta, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and more. Lunch and weekly carry-out and dinner specials. Happy hour at the beach with drink and food specials. ■ DUFFYS 130th St., in Montego Bay Shopping Ctr. & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250 1449, www.duffysoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Casual dining, indoor or outdoor seating. Irish fare and American cuisine. Appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks and seafood. Second season and daily dinner specials. Dine in, carry out. Happy Hour, daily, noon to 6 pm. ■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535, www.clarionoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving beach-inspired dishes in our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. All-day menu, available 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet, open year-round and AUCE prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet available Friday and Saturday, 5-9 p.m. ■ JULES FINE DINING 118th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3396, www.ocjules.com $$, $$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Local fare, global flair. Fresh seafood year-round, fresh local produce. ■ MY THAI OC 138th Street, Bayside Plaza, 13727 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-9918, www.mythaioc.webs.com $ | Beer, wine Authentic Thai food served 6 days a week, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Closed Tuesdays. Free parking for customers. Eat in or take out. Vegetarian options also. ■ NICK’S HOUSE OF RIBS 144th Street & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410250-1984, www.nickshouseofribs.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Casual, family friendly with upscale atmosphere. Extensive menu from our famous baby back ribs, fresh seafood, black angus steaks. ■ OC 360 EATS+DRINKS 13801 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 443-664-4008, www.fenwickinn.com/360-eats-drinks $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Rooftop restaurant on the 8th floor of the Fenwick Inn. Breakfast Saturdays and Sundays, 8-11 a.m. and dinner, 3-9 p.m. Happy Hour everyday, 3-7 p.m. Our large neighborhood bar houses all of your favorite spirits. Weekly dinner specials. Check us out on Facebook or our website! ■ WHISKERS PUB 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-5242609, www.whiskerspub.com $ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Certified Angus®burgers and casual fare. Call for hours.

DELAWARE

■ THE COTTAGE CAFE Route 1 (across from Sea Colony), Bethany Beach, Del. 302-539-8710, www.cottagecafe.com $, $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Seafood and happy hour specials. Lunch and dinner daily. Breakfast buffet on weekends. ■ FLYING FISH CAFE & SUSHI BAR The Village of Fenwick, 300 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-581-0217, www.flyingfishfenwick.com $-$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Featuring the freshest and most innovative sushi, sashimi, and rolls plus creative and delicious small plates. ■ FOX’S PIZZA DEN 31225 American Parkway, Selbyville, Del. 302-436FOXS, www.foxspizzade.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Sit-down bar and restaurant. Full menu includes pizza, pastas, salads, sandwiches and more. Specializing pizza and chef specials. Open daily for lunch and dinner at 11 a.m. Take out and delivery. ■ HARPOON HANNA’S RESTAURANT & BAR Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del. www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Casual waterfront restaurant serving lunch and dinner. Fresh fish, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and allyou-can-eat Alaskan crab legs. Open year-round.

WEST OCEAN CITY

■ ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717, www.ocitalianfood.com $-$$ | Reservations | Full bar Serving homemade Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and pasta. Elegant dining room. Early bird specials every day from 5-6 p.m. ■ HARBORSIDE BAR AND GRILL 128741 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-2131846, weocharborside.com $-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Home of the Original Fresh Squeezed Orange Crush! Open every day, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Appetizers, fresh seafood, steak and pasta. Live entertainment Thursday through Sunday. ■ HOOTERS Route 50 & Keyser Point Road, West Ocean City 410-213-1841, www.hootersofoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu and game room | Full bar New smoked wings with half the calories. Traditional wings, burgers, quesadillas, tacos and healthy salads. Seafood selections with raw bar and crab legs. Sports packages and live entertainment. Large parties welcome. ■ PIZZA TUGOS Routes 50 and 611, West Ocean City 410-5242922; 114th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524-2922, www.pizzatugos.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving lunch and dinner. Open 7 days. Pizza Tugos is a family-friendly dining restaurant that features award winning pizza, pasta, craft burgers, sandwiches, subs, appetizers and salads. Great happy hour and football specials with full bar and 54 craft beers. ■ POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN Route 50, West Ocean City 443-664-2105 $ | Kids’ menu Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, year-round. Every Monday and Tuesday, two-piece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo.

OCEAN PINES

■ TERN GRILLE 100 Clubhouse Drive, Ocean Pines 410-641-7222, oceanpinesgolf.org/dining $$ | Full bar The Tern Grille serves freshly-prepared breakfast and lunch items. Winter hours are Friday and Saturday from 4-9 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

BERLIN

■ OCEAN DOWNS CASINO, POSEIDON’S PUB 10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin 410-641-0600, www.oceandowns.com $-$$$ | Full bar House soups, small plates, sandwiches, burgers and entrees including steaks, chicken, veggie and Eastern Shore favorites. Dining room hours: Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday, noon to 10 p.m.; Monday and Tuesday, noon to 8 p.m.; and Friday and Saturday, noon to 11 p.m. Pub open late.

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Calendar FRI, APR. 20 All Day Participating restaurant offer special, fixed-price menus. No passes, tickets or coupons required. Simply choose a participating restaurant and dine out., 410-289-6733, http://www.oceancityrestaurantweek.co m

SPRING RESTAURANT WEEK

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Bring your lap work and join this group for informal get-togethers. Knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, etc. are welcome., Victoria Christie-Healy, moonlightknitting@gmail.com, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

FIBER FRIENDS

Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 12 to 6 p.m. Fine jewelry, fashion jewelry, sterling silver jewelry, wire-wrapped jewelry, beads, pearls, loose gemstones, minerals, crystals and fossils. Admission costs $5 for adults and free to those 16 years and younger., Ellen White, ellen@treasuresoftheearth.com, 757641-2124, http://www.treasuresoftheearth.com

GEM, MINERAL AND JEWELRY SHOW

Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., Berlin, MD, 1 p.m. Happy 200th Birthday Frederick Douglass. This month’s selection is “Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass: An American Slave.” Copies of the book are available in advance at the library., 410-641-0650, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

BERLIN BOOK OF THE MONTH

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 2 p.m. Nutritionist Kristie Williams wil offer a program to give tips and tricks on what to eat to make sure senior years are the best they can be., 410-208-4014, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

HEALTHY EATING FOR SENIORS

Seacrets, 117 49th St., Ocean City, MD, 4 to 8 p.m. Adults 21 and older are invited to a dinner and silent auction to benefit the Worcester County Humane Society. Advance tickets are available online at www.worcestercountyhumanesociety.or g/boardwalkin-for-pets or at the shelter. Tickets cost $30 in advance or $35 at the door. There will be heavy hors d’oeuvres and music by Lauren Glick.

DINNER AND SILENT AUCTION

SAT, APR. 21 12741 Ocean Gateway, Ocean City, MD. 10 am to - 2 pm. Featuring K-9 demonstrations, children's entertainment, informational displays and more. Plus, "touch-a-truck" activities presented by the Worcester County Sheriff's

FAMILY FUN FEST

Department and the OC Volunteer Fire Department. Event held weather permitting., 410-524-1818, http://www.tangeroutlets.com Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, All Day Draw, paint and craft flowers, then take him a packet of wildflower seeds to plant at home., 410-524-1818, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

FLOWER POWER

Assateague Island National Seashore, 7206 National Seashore Lane, Berlin, MD, All Day In celebration of the First Day of National Park Week, Assateague Island National Seashore will offer free admission., http://www.nps.gov

FREE NATIONAL PARKS DAY

Backshore Brewing Company, 913 Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD, All Day Held in conjunction with the Boardwalk’ for Pets. The deck will be transformed into a playpen, and the famous VW bus will be turned into a Puppy Photo Booth. Special logo’d collars, leashes and water bowls, as well as homemade doggie treats for sale. The will be boxes out to collect donations of supplies for the Worcester County Humane Society. The shelter’s supply list can be found at www.worcestercountyhumanesociety.org

PUPPY PARTY

All Day Participating restaurant offer special, fixed-price menus. No passes, tickets or coupons required. Simply choose a participating restaurant and dine out., 410-289-6733, http:// www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com

SPRING RESTAURANT WEEK

Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company Headquarters, second floor, 1409 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, MD, 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tables are available for $10 each or 3 for $25. Also accepting gently used goods. Refreshments available. Proceeds go towards the Fire Company, Cadets and Scholarships. To rent tables: Beverly, 443-309-0901.

YARD SALE

White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Held every Saturday. Locally grown vegetables and fruits, eggs, honey, kettle korn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats and more. New vendors welcome., 410641-7717, Ext. 3006

FARMERS MARKET

POOCH PALOOZA DOG FESTIVAL

Cover Model Search will host four different sets inside the Western Theme Park. Competition is free with event admission. There will also be low-cost rabies shots, micro chips, seminars, vendors and adoptable dogs. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Brandywine Valley SPCA in Georgetown, DE. Tickets are available at the gate and online at PoochPalooza.com. Cost is $12 per day or $20 for a weekend pass and includes one human and one dog. Ocean City Boardwalk at the Inlet, Ocean City, MD, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. Raise money for the walk and receive prizes. There is a $25 minimum per person. Bring your pet for a fun day on the boards to help the animals at the Worcester County Humane Society. Held rain or shine. Sign up at www.crowdrise.com/ 19thAnnualBoardwalkinforPets. Pledge/registration sheets can also be printed from the shelter’s website, www.worcestercountyhumanesociety.or g. Refreshments provided. Bring photos of your cats for the Cutest Cat contest., Sandy Summers, 443-235-5647

BOARDWALKIN’ FOR PETS

Ocean City Airport, 12724 Airport Road, Berlin, MD, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Menu includes pancakes, bacon, sausage, home fried potatoes, eggs and coffee. Cost is $8, which benefits the Huey Helicopter Memorial., 410-213-2471

BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER

Shepherd’s Nook, Community Church at Ocean Pines, 11227 Racetrack Road, Berlin, MD, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For first time voter registration, change of address, name or party affiliation. Must be a US citizen, MD resident and at least 16 years old. (cannot vote until 18 years old). Bring current MD drivers license or MVA ID card or last 4 digits of the social security number. In Maryland, individuals convicted of a felony who have been released on parole or probation can vote, but must re-register.

VOTER REGISTRATION

Jolly Roger Amusement Park entrance, 2901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 9 a.m. Registration, entertainment, vendors and team pictures held from 7:45-9 a.m. Open ceremonies begins at 9 a.m. Registration and breakfast at 8 a.m. The walk will begin at the Jolly Roger entrance and proceed to the Boardwalk for the 5K and 1-mile routes., Whitney, whitney.pogwist@nmss.org, http://www.walkmsmaryland.org

WALK MS

Ocean Pines War Memorial, South Gate Pond, Ocean Pines, MD, 9 to 10 a.m. There is a short presentation by a doctor on a current health topic followed by a walk around the pond at your own pace while you visit with others and have conversation with the doctor., Michelle, 410-641-9268

WALK WITH A DOC

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Create themed crafts using materials provided by the library. For all ages., 410-208-4014, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

MAKE & TAKE ‘MONSTERS!’

Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fine jewelry, fashion jewelry, sterling silver jewelry, wirewrapped jewelry, beads, pearls, loose gemstones, minerals, crystals and fossils. Admission costs $5 for adults and free to those 16 years and younger., Ellen White, ellen@treasuresoftheearth.com, 757-641-2124, http://www.treasuresoftheearth.com

GEM, MINERAL AND JEWELRY SHOW

SUN, APR. 22 All Day Participating restaurant offer special, fixed-price menus. No passes, tickets or coupons required. Simply choose a participating restaurant and dine out. 410-289-6733, http:// www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com

SPRING RESTAURANT WEEK

Frontier Town Western Theme Park & Campground, 8428 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, MD, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring a variety of activities for dogs and owners, including Dock Diving. This year will also feature Flyball Anonymous, Lure Chase, canine-human team relay, Nosework and the Tower of Temptation, Canine Pie Eating, Costume Contest, the No Costume-Costume Contest and more. The Delmarva Unleashed Cover Model Search will host four different sets inside the Western Theme Park. Competition is free with event admission. There will also be low-cost rabies shots, micro chips, seminars, vendors and adoptable dogs. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Brandywine Valley SPCA in Georgetown, DE. Tickets are available at the gate and online at PoochPalooza.com. Cost is $12 per day or $20 for a weekend pass and includes one human and one dog.

POOCH PALOOZA DOG FESTIVAL

BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER

Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fine jewelry, fashion jewelry, sterling silver jewelry, wirewrapped jewelry, beads, pearls, loose gemstones, minerals, crystals and fossils. Admission costs $5 for adults and free to those 16 years and younger., Ellen White, ellen@treasuresoftheearth.com, 757-641-2124,

GEM, MINERAL AND JEWELRY SHOW

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CALENDAR http://www.treasuresoftheearth.com Hooters, 501 Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD, 12 p.m. Registration starts at 11 a.m. The $25 fee includes the walk, a commemorative token and admission to an exclusive reception at Hooters from 1-3 p.m. Trophies awarded for to fundraiser for team and individual. Walk to help the fight against child abuse. Register online at www.thecricketcenter.com or call 410-641-0097.

5TH ANNUAL WALK FOR KIDS

OC Performing Arts Center, Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 3 p.m. Pre-concert lecture at 2:15 p.m. Featuring soloist Leon Fleisher on piano and guest soprano Janice Chandler Tickets cost $40 and $45. 410-289-2800 or 800-6262326

MID-ATLANTIC SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

MON, APR. 23 All Day Participating restaurant offer special, fixed-price menus. No passes, tickets or coupons required. Simply choose a participating restaurant and dine out., 410-289-6733, http://www.oceancityrestaurantweek.co m

SPRING RESTAURANT WEEK

Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Children, ages 1-5 years, will learn about local history and wildlife through story time, crafts, live animal encourages and hands on activities. Free for members. Standard admission costs for non-members., 410-289-4991

LITTLE LEARNERS PROGRAM

Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 1:30 p.m. Homeschoolers, age 8-12 years, are invited to join a monthly book club. Books are available in advance at the library., 410524-1818, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

HOMESCHOOL BOOK CLUB

Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Berlin group No. 169. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly., Rosealee Campion, 410-641-0157

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING

Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 7 to 9 p.m. The group meets each Monday. Women interested in learning the craft of a cappella singing welcome., 410-6416876

DELMARVA SWEET ADELINE CHORUS

TUE, APR. 24 WOMEN WHO CARE ON THE SHORE MEETING

West O Bottle Shop in West Ocean City, at 5:30 pm. Submissions go into a basket and three potential winners are picked. For information or to become a member,

email Mulholland at mjmulholland@mchsi.com or visit www.facebook.com/100womenwhocareontheshore

Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children., 410-524-1818, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

INFORMATION LITERACY ‘SMARTPHONE HINTS AND TIPS’

SPRING RESTAURANT WEEK

Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., Berlin, MD, 10:30 a.m. Pets, farm and zoo animals. For 3-7 year old children., 410641-0650, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

‘ALL ABOUT ANIMALS’

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 2 p.m. Takes place on Tuesdays from April 24 through May 29. Six-session workshop combining information, discussion and practice to learn how to more “present” in our everyday lives., 410208-4014, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

MINDFULNESS

Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 4 p.m. Come enjoy books, crafts and games for the whole family. Snacks and drinks provided. 410-524-1818, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

FAMILY NIGHT ‘POETRY’

Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 5:30 to 7 p.m. The group meets each Tuesday. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and health lifestyle., jeanduck47@gmail.com

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING

WED, APR. 25 All Day Participating restaurant offer special, fixed-price menus. No passes, tickets or coupons required. Simply choose a participating restaurant and dine out., 410-289-6733, http://www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com

SPRING RESTAURANT WEEK

Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 8 a.m. Meets every Wednesday. Doors open at 7 a.m., meeting begins at 8 a.m., 410-6417330, http://www.kiwanisofopoc.org

KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OP/OC

Used To Be Mine Thrift Shop, 12507 Sunset Ave., West Ocean City, MD, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For first time voter registration, change of address, name or party affiliation. Must be a US citizen, MD resident and at least 16 years old. (cannot vote until 18 years old). Bring current MD drivers license or MVA ID card or last 4 digits of the social security number. In Maryland, individuals convicted of a felony who have been released on parole or probation can vote, but must re-register.

VOTER REGISTRATION

STORY TIME ‘PETS’

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 2 p.m. Covering the basics, plus extras like adding and removing apps, creating new home screens and accessing file storage. Android and Apple users welcome., 410-208-4014, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org Ocean City Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., Ocean City, MD, 5:30 to 9 p.m. The group meets every Wednesday. Jitterbug, swing and cha-cha to the sounds of the ‘50s, ‘60s and Carolina Beach music. A $5 donation per person to benefit Veterans and local charities in the Delmarva region. Dance lessons offered the first and third Wednesday of each month from 5-5:45 p.m. Dancing follows until 9 p.m. All are welcome., dance@delmarvahanddancing.com, 410-208-1151, http://delmarvahanddancing.com

DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB

Captain’s Table Restaurant in the Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th St, Ocean City, MD, 6 p.m. The group meets every Wednesday., cliff0917@aol.com, 410641-1700

OC/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING

Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 6:30 to 8 p.m. A supportive and safe place to allow people to share their stories with those who have lost loved ones to addiction or overdose. No reservation is needed and no sign-in will be done at the door. Refreshments provided., Gail Mansell, gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org. 410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

THURS, APR. 26 All Day Participating restaurant offer special, fixed-price menus. No passes, tickets or coupons required. Simply choose a participating restaurant and dine out., 410-289-6733, http://www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com

SPRING RESTAURANT WEEK

Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., Snow Hill, MD, 10:30 a.m. Learn new skills while playing with educational toys. For infant to 5 year old children., 410632-3495, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

PLAY TIME

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 10:30 a.m. Children, ages 2-5 years, enjoy stories, movement, songs and crafts., 410-208-4014, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

STORY TIME ‘DAUGHTERS AND SONS’

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 11 a.m. The group meets every Thursday. Free and open to anyone who has lost a loved one, not just

COASTAL HOSPICE GRIEF SUPPORT

Coastal Hospice families., 410-251-8163 Harrison’s Harbor Watch, 806 S Atlantic Ave, Ocean City, MD, 11 a.m. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Guest speakers will be Mary Pat Hoffman and Anthony Darby of Peninsula Alternative Health. They will be giving a general overview of the medical cannabis program and its benefits. Also, Delegate Mary Beth Carozza will be giving a 2018 Maryland General Assembly Update. Cost of the luncheon is $20. Reservations: Ann Lutz, annlutz60@gmail.com or 410-208-9767.

REPUBLICAN WOMEN LUNCHEON MEETING

Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 2 p.m. Atlantic General Hospital is presenting a program on how much fat, sugar and salt are in some foods., 410-524-1818, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

FAT, SUGAR, SALT

Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 2 to 3 p.m. Providing physical and emotional support for survivors and caregivers to share personal experiences and challenges. Coping strategies also discussed., Anne Waples, awaples@atlanticgeneral.org, 443-614-5720

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP

Harpoon Hanna’s, 39064 Harpoon Road, Fenwick Island, DE, 4 to 6 p.m. Every Thursday, Beach Singles 45-Plus meets for happy hour. Info: Arlene, 302436-9577 or Kate, 410-524-0649. http://www.BeachSingles.org

BEACH SINGLES

Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 6:30 p.m. Educational showcase of rare, classic, groundbreaking and bizarre animation from every era around the world. Designed for adults., 410-524-1818, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

ANIMATION AFTER HOURS

Ocean Pines Community Center, East Room, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 7 p.m. The meeting aims to outline the function of the Search Committee and responsibilities of Board members, describe the qualifications of the candidates, and receive input from attendees about finding interested candidates for the Ocean Pines Board of Directors., Ken Koroknay, ken.koroknay@outlook.com, 301-6415689, http://www.ocanpines.org

CANDIDATE INFORMATION MEETING

Crossword answers from page 56

APRIL 20, 2018

60 Classifieds now appear in Ocean City Today & the Bayside Gazette each week and online at oceancitytoday.net and baysideoc.com.

HELP WANTED

Five Guys

Ocean City, MD Now Hiring Y/R & Seasonal for

All Positions

at West OC, 64th St. and 136th St. locations. Stop in to fill out an application!

106 32nd St., Ocean City

HIRING ALL POSITIONS!!

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

Looking to Hire a YR ASSISTANT MANAGER, MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

And ALL Other Positions

Supervisory positions open for people with experience. Openings are for full, part time, seasonal or year round.

Call 410-289-5762 or come in to the hotel to fill out an application

Banquet Captain Cook Server Reservations Agents

Housekeeper Houseperson Director of Events Front Office Agent PBX Operator

Work on the Boardwalk in Ocean City!

Hotel Monte Carlo & Monte Carlo Boardwalk

have immediate openings for the following positions:

• Front Desk • Housekeepers • Maintenance • Night Auditor

We offer competitive starting rates

Three ways to apply: Online @ TKohospitalitymgt.com/careers Call 410-289-7145 or stop by and complete an application in person.

TKo Hospitality would love for you to join our team! We require satisfactory pre-employment screening and background check

HELP WANTED

NOW HIRING

Now Hiring Painter

Squarz Pizza Pub

Paul Revere Smorgasbord is now accepting applications for the 2018 season.

Hiring For All Positions

Please send resume to eburger@harrisongp.com

Full-Time, Year-Round Health Benefits Apply in person Tues. thru Thurs., 9-3 p.m. @ Golden Sands 10900 Coastal Highway

Office Assistant Needed Full-time Position

We have two busy rental offices. We are looking for someone who can assist in both our Ocean Pines and Ocean City office. q References required q Professional/Friendly q Must be willing to travel to properties mostly in Ocean Pines and Ocean City q Must work most weekends as needed q Administrative skills needed Please fax resumes, letters, and references to Hileman Real Estate, Inc. Attn: Chris Fax # 410-208-9562 No Phone Calls Please

Work At The BEACH... Work With The BEST!! Top wages, excellent benefits package and free employee meal available to successful candidates.

Employment Opportunities: Year Round, Full/Part Time: Room Attendant, Hskpg House Staff, Laundry Supervisor, Wash Room Attendant, Laundry Supervisor, HSKPG Supervisor, Grill Cook, Servers, Hostess/Host, Food Runner, Busser, Dishwasher, Front Desk, Purchasing Agent, Maintenance Mechanic

Free employee meal and excellent benefits.

Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel Attn: Human Resources Dept. 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Phone: 410-524-3535 Fax: 410-723-9109 EOE M/F/D/V

TOWN OF BETHANY BEACH WATER PLANT OPERATOR The Town of Bethany Beach is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the position of Water Treatment Plant Operator. This fulltime position performs a variety of skilled technical duties in the operation of the 1.75 MGD treatment plant and distribution system. Weekend, holiday, and on-call work is required. Operating experience in a water or wastewater facility is desirable, but not necessary. Responsibilities of this position include the operation and maintenance of the water treatment plant and the distribution system. Typical duties would include, but are not limited to: water sampling collection, lab testing, general labor, adjusting plant processes, reading and changing of water meters, leak repairs and Miss Utility locates. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. A Class “B” CDL must be obtained within six months of hire. Please send resumes to:

Town Manager’s Office, Town of Bethany Beach PO Box 109; Bethany Beach, DE 19930 Equal Opportunity Employer

HELP WANTED

Now Hiring for: Front and Back of House Apply in person Montego Bay Shopping Plaza

Hiring ALL Positions!!

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

NOW HIRING

• FT, YR Nightime Manager (1 position available) • FT, YR Nightime Server (1 position available) Holding Interviews Thursdays @ 11 a.m. 5601 Coastal Hwy., Bayside

Castle in the Sand

Employment Opportunities

The Castle in the Sand has an immediate openings for front desk personnel. These will be full time, seasonal positions. The candidate should have good communication and technology skills. Experience using RoomMaster Hotel Software would be preferred, but not a required skill. The candidate should be available to work a variety of shifts, including weekends. Salary is competitive and will vary on experience of the candidate. Come and join or Castle team! Please contact Bob at 410-289-6846, extension 600 for interview information.

Come Join Our Winning Team!

Now accepting applications for the following positions! Front Desk Supervisor Night Audit Maintenance Room Attendant Houseman Recreation Line Cook Server

Looking for experienced personnel with customer service skills. Must be flexible with hours. Email resume to jobs@carouselhotel.com or stop by and complete an application at the Front Desk. We require satisfactory pre-employment drug testing and background check. Carousel Resort Hotel & Condominiums 11700 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 EOE

Castle in the Sand

Employment Opportunities

Looking for a fun Summer job? Come join our Coconuts Team. We have a position available in our retail/carry out area. Work outside on our tropical style patio! Cool breezes, live music and great people. Position is available late April through September. Please contact Bob at 410-289-6846, extension 600 for interview information.

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HELP WANTED

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Looking for a fun Summer job? Come join our Coconuts Team. We have a position available in our retail/carry out area. Work outside on our tropical style patio! Cool breezes, live music and great people. Position is available late April through September. please contact Bob at 410-289-6846, extension 600 for interview information.

“Take care of your associates and they’ll take care of your customers.” — Bill Marriott

61st/Seabay Lane and the Bay, Ocean City Now Hiring: BUFFET LINE COOK, also hiring for: - Breakfast Attendant - Housekeepers - Front Desk Associate - Night Audit - Overnight and Evening Housemen

Benefit advantages include: Competitive wages, 401k, Quarterly Bonus Plan, Vacation, Medical/Vision/Dental Health Plans, Exclusive Marriott Travel Discounts. Contact us at 410-723-2222 for applications or email resume to: oceancity.ri.gm@palmergosnell.com

distillery Tour guides, Cooks, Barbacks, A/V Staff, gardener, general Maintenance, Security, receptionist. For more details or to apply, please go online to www.seacrets.com/employment

NOW HIRING!! production Crew

for our WOC kitchen facility Starting at $11.50/hr. Apply online at: www.delmarvadd.com

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Maintenance/ Houseman

Apply in person The Spinnaker 18th Street Mon.-Fri., 10am-3pm LAwN CAre LANdSCApiNg

immediate Full Time Opening Pay depending on experience. Call Jeff 443-783-0122

ATLANTiC HOTeL

on the Boardwalk Ocean City, Md ~ HIRING FOR ~ FULL-TIME: Seasonal Office Manager

OTHER FULL TIME SEASONAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Front desk personnel, Housekeepers, Housekeeping inspectors. Neat Appearance, Positive Attitude, Ready To Work, General Knowledge of Computers, Experience Using RoomMaster Software is preferred but not necessary for front desk will need references provided please call 443-880-2710 or email taraimb@gmail.com

Maintenance Technician wanted

Competitive Salary: $15 - $18/hr. depending on experience. Help build and maintain Delmarva's fastest growing restaurant group. Perform interior and exterior finish work, such as drywall, painting, paneling, ceiling and floor tile, plumbing repairs, heating and air conditioning system repairs. Perform routine and emergency repairs on restaurant equipment, including diagnostics on electrical and refrigeration components. On call on a rotating emergency schedule for weekends and holidays. Basic skill sets must include some Electric, Plumbing, Carpentry, Refrigeration. Health Insurance, 401K, Sick Leave email resume to: ddconstructionmanager@gmail.com Fax to 410-520-0199 Job Type: Full-time ~. Salary: $18.00 / hourly

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HELP WANTED

wATer dAMAge reSTOrATiON TeCHNiCiANS & MANAgerS - IICRC, WRT, ASD certifications a plus

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VALid dL, Background check, drug & Alcoholfree environment

Please send your resumes at oceantowerconstruction@yahoo.com or call 443-366-5556 during regular business hours.

Cleaner Needed

For Houses in w. Ocean City on Saturdays

We are a property management company in need of a cleaner to cover Saturday cleanings in the W. Ocean City area. q Camera needed q Insurance and W-9 Required q References required q Professional – Non-smoker

please e-mail us at oprentals@hilemanrealestate.com, for an interview appointment. No phone calls please.

PT, Y Yeearr--Round/Seasonal

Certified Lifeguards Recreation Attendants Please apply in person at the new Health and Aquatic Club at Bayside

31264 Americana Prkwy., Selbyville, 19975 Call: 302.988.2315, x 0 or email: BaysideRecreation@troon.com THe LiNeN OUTLeT

Now Hiring Sales Associate Varied job duties. Apply in person. 11805d Coastal Highway. 410-524-6644

Sunset Marina west Ocean City

Immediate openings for full time seasonal front desk position. Must have good communication skills and be available for a variety of shifts. Computer experience is helpful. Apply in person 12911 Sunset Ave. or email your resume to: barbara@ ocsunsetmarina.com to schedule an interview

April 21, 10am-2 pm CLEANERS:$200 Quality and Attendance Incentive MAINTENANCE ResortQuest Seaside Office, next to Dollar General; Bethany Beach, 19930 To reserve your interview slot, call 302.541.9675 Apply online bit.ly/BethanyBeach On the Spot Interviews.

On the Spot Job Offers!

Employment is contingent on a drug screen and background check. ResortQuest is an EOE.

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Apply online at www.joindunkin.com or via email dunkindonutjobs@gmail.com

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We are seeking to fill the positions of: • Night Auditor • room Attendants • Housekeeping Supervisor • Maintenance These positions may be full or part-time, are yearround, and require a flexible schedule. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits. Experience is preferred but we will train the right person. please apply in person at 112th St. Ocean City, next to the gold Coast Mall

HELP WANTED FT Designer/Drafter: Full time with established engineering consulting firm located in Berlin, Maryland. Associates degree in CADD or a closely related field or relevant work experience is required. Complete computer competence a must. Send resume & transcript to: CADD Position, P.O. Box 397, Berlin, MD 21811. Now Hiring Housekeeping. Reliable & hardworking. Year round, full/part time. Apply in person Mon.-Fri., 9am-5:30pm. Boardwalk One, 107 Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD 21842. 410-289-3161

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SALES & RENTAL AGENTS NEEDED 410-726-1197 Hiring for a seasonal experienced Maintenance Person. Apply within at the Sea Hawk Motel. Also hiring experienced seasonal Housekeepers.

PGN Crabhouse, 29th Street & Coastal Hwy. Help Wanted. Waitstaff, Kitchen Help. Apply Within after 11 am.

Experienced Cleaners needed for Part-time work in Ocean City & Bethany. Must have vehicle and cell phone and pass background check. Please call 410-202-2887. Sales Associates/ Telemarketers Needed ASAP for busy contractor company. Great hours, Monday-Friday, 9-4pm. No experience necessary; will train right candidate, but experience is always a plus. Hourly pay plus commission! Serious inquiries only! If interested, call Donna at 410-208-4614. SALES ASSOCIATE Furniture Sales Experience and Weekends Required. Perfect Furnishings. Fax resume to: 302-537-5470.

Admin Asst: FT/YR Goodpay. Dependable. Experienced, Excellent customer service and computer skills, Rental/QBook background a plus. Send resume to: Fred@Paradiseoc.com Live-In Home Health Aides Needed Immediately Must be experienced, reliable and trustworthy. (http://www.helping handslivein.com/ employment.htm) Please call 410-219-3445. fi-na-le Fenwick Island Kitchen Help, Cook, Prep, Dishwasher. Call or text Bill: 215-313-5667 or email: billguckin@gmail.com

FT, YR Maintenance Technician. Exp. preferred. Must be able to lift & carry heavy objects. Email resume to oh@defenderresorts.com. Call 410-520-0003. Maintenance Person Needed High-rise Condominium building in OC looking for full-time, year-round Maintenance Person. Must have general knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall and painting. COP license is a plus. Position available immediately. Please fax resume to 410-723-1288 or call 410-723-3300.

HELP WANTED

BALI HI PARK Groundskeeper & Assistant to Maintenance Dept. 40hrs a week. Seasonal 9 mo. $12 hr. 410-352-3140.

Alex’s Italian Restaurant Experienced, Year-round Cooks, Servers & Dishwasher. Apply in Person. Rt. 50, West OC, or call 410726-2158 & ask for Alex.

A busy contractor company in Ocean Pines, MD is currently hiring HVAC Maintenance Technicians. START IMMEDIATELY. To apply, call Marc at 302-682-1777. Century Taxi - Now hiring taxi drivers. Call Ken 443-2355664.

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RENTALS

West OC Waterfront Cottage Available May-Sept. Starting at $4500. 443-831-9898

Summer Bayside Condo near Jolly Roger. 2BR, 2BA, W/D & AC. Cable, Wi-Fi, fully furnished. Sleeps 4-6. 2 units available May-Sept. Call Mike at 410-603-6120. Year-Round Rentals available in West Ocean City. 2 bedroom, 1 bath and 1 bedroom, 1 bath. Call 1-877-289-1616 for more information.

Waterfront Condo w/ 25ft boat slip, 2bdrms 1 1/2 BA. $8,600. Summer Season, July 1 - Sept 4th. Renter pays electric & Cable, Walk to beach, shopping & restaurants. Security deposit $500. Email: moll&mollyb.com.

Summer Seasonal 2BR, 2BA

Renovated luxury, modern, villa. North OC, sleeps 5. May-Sept $12,900. Furn. w/major appl.’s, flat screen TV’s, deck & pool, next to restaurants & bars, close to Northside park. No pets. No smokers, Family and Professionals only apply. Credit & ref. checks req w/ sec. dep.

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BUDGET MOVERS

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT

Looking for space, comfort and great views? Spacious, climatecontrolled offices available, with use of Conference Room, in a modern, wellmaintained building, in prime Ocean City location. Call 410-524-3440 for appointment.

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2 Office/Retail Spaces & 3 Warehouse Units available in West Ocean City. Call 443497-4200. Community of Mystic Harbor Yard Sale. Off Route 611. Satu 4/21, 8am-12noon.

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REAL ESTATE

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3BR, 2BA Home Close to the Beach. No H.O.A. or town taxes. Bishopville. $249,000. Call Howard Martin Realty, 410-352-5555.

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Apartments Starting at $1100 2BR Homes Starting at $1100 3BR Homes Starting at $1250

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DONATIONS Do you have an old bicycle not being used?It could mean a world of difference to a hard-working international student. We are looking to get as many bikes as possible. Your donation will be tax-deductible. Contact Gary at 443-9753065.

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MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 211 MAPLE AVE. BERLIN, MD 21811 Pursuant to the power of sale contained in a Mortgage dated August 5, 2003 and recorded in Liber 3826, Folio 142 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $59,191.53, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Attorneys for the Mortgagee will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on MAY 8, 2018 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Mortgage. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $5,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Mortgage from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Attorneys for the Mortgagee, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. Any deferred water and sewer charges that purports to cover or defray cost during construction of public water or wastewater facilities constructed by the developer and subject to an annual fee or assessment are to be paid by the purchaser to the lienholder and are a contractual obligation between the lienholder and each owner of this property, and is not a fee or assessment imposed by the county. Any

right of prepayment or discount for early prepayment of water and sewer charges may be ascertained by contacting the lienholder. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Attorneys for the Mortgagee as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. Attorneys for the Mortgagee will convey either marketable or insurable title. If they cannot deliver one or the other, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 182864-1) PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et. al., Attorneys for the Mortgagee ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-4/19/3t _________________________________ .BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 39 WESTFIELD CIR. OCEAN PINES A/R/T/A BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated October 13, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4591, Folio 703 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $880,000.00, default having occurred

under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on MAY 1, 2018 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $88,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. Any deferred water and sewer charges that purports to cover or defray cost during construction of public water or wastewater facilities constructed by the developer and subject to an annual fee or assessment are to be paid by the purchaser to the lienholder and are a contractual obligation between the lienholder and each owner of this property, and is not a fee or assessment imposed by the county. Any right of prepayment or discount for early prepayment of water and sewer charges may be ascertained by contacting the lienholder. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repay-

ment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. Sub. Trustees will convey either marketable or insurable title. If they cannot deliver one or the other, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 310427-1) PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et. al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-4/12/3t _________________________________ CHRISTOPHER T. WOODLEY, TRUSTEE WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON, L.L.P.

TRUSTEE’S SALE OF VALUABLE RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM UNIT KNOWN AS Unit No. 61, in Bldg. 6, Phase II, of Whispering Woods Condominium, located at 411 143rd Street, Unit 61, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Under and by virtue of an Order of the Worcester County Circuit Court dated February 26, 2018, in Case No. C-23-CV-17-000343, the undersigned Trustee will sell the following described property at public auction, to be held AT THE PREMISES: 411 143rd Street, Unit 61, WHISPERING WOODS CONDOMINIUM, Ocean City, MD 21842 ON FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2018, AT 11:30 A.M. THE PROPERTY SHALL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION BEGINNING ONE HOUR PRIOR TO THE SALE. ALL that property, lying and being situate in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland, and being more particularly designated and distinguished as Condominium Unit No. 61, in Building 6, Phase II, of the “Whispering Woods Condominium”, together with an undivided percentage interest in the common elements thereof, all as established pursuant

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PUBLIC NOTICES to a Condominium Declaration and By-Laws made by Heritage Development Corporation dated April 20, 1984, and recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, in Liber W.C.L. No. 965, folio 410, et seq., as the same has from time to time been amended, and pursuant also to the several plats described in the aforesaid Condominium Declaration and recorded as aforesaid in Plat Book W.C.L. No. 88, folio 13, et seq., as the same have been amended to add additional phases to the condominium project. For a more complete legal description see that deed recorded among the aforesaid Land Records, in Liber 6038, folio 378, et seq. THE Property is located at 411 143rd Street, Unit 61, Whispering Woods Condominium, Ocean City, MD 21842, and is a residential condominium unit of approximately 836 square feet containing 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Reference to the site is made for a more complete description. TERMS OF SALE: A deposit of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) will be required of the purchaser in the form of cash, certified or cashier’s check at the time and place of sale, or other form of security, at the sole discretion of the Trustee; the balance to be secured to the satisfaction of the Trustee and represented by a Promissory Note, conditioned upon the conveyance of good and marketable title. The balance in cash will be due at settlement which shall be within ten (10) days after final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court of Worcester County unless said period is extended by the Trustee, his successors or assigns for good cause shown, time being of the essence. Time is of the essence for the Purchaser. The Property will be sold subject to all conditions, liens, restrictions, and agreements of record affecting same, if any. Taxes, water charges, sanitary commission charges, condominium fees and assessments, assessments and liens or encumbrances for sewer, water, drainage, or other public improvements completed or commenced on or prior to the date of sale or subsequent thereto, if any, are to be adjusted and apportioned as of the date of sale and are to be assumed and paid thereafter by purchaser, whether assessments have been levied or not as of date of settlement. The cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, document preparation and title insurance shall be borne by the Purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. If Purchaser fails to pay the balance of the purchase price following ratification of the sale, the deposit shall be forfeited and the property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. If the Trustee is unable to convey good and marketable title to the property, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, this sale shall be void and of no effect, and the Purchaser shall have no further claim against the

Trustees. The improvements are being sold in an “AS IS” condition, with no warranties expressed or implied, with Purchaser responsible for any and all housing or zoning code violations. The risk of loss passes at date of sale. The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids in his sole discretion. For information, please contact the undersigned. Christopher T. Woodley, Esquire Williams, Moore, Shockley & Harrison, L.L.P. 3509 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 (410) 289-3553 Trustee OCD-4/5/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 11438 MAID AT ARMS LA. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated March 1, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4881, Folio 313 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $520,000.00, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on APRIL 24, 2018 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $52,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years in-

cluding costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. Any deferred water and sewer charges that purports to cover or defray cost during construction of public water or wastewater facilities constructed by the developer and subject to an annual fee or assessment are to be paid by the purchaser to the lienholder and are a contractual obligation between the lienholder and each owner of this property, and is not a fee or assessment imposed by the county. Any right of prepayment or discount for early prepayment of water and sewer charges may be ascertained by contacting the lienholder. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. Sub. Trustees will convey either marketable or insurable title. If they cannot deliver one or the other, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 318640-1) PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et. al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-4/5/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, MD 20707

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 12801 OLD STAGE RD. BISHOPVILLE, MD 21813 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from David A. Ehatt and Cheryl Ehatt, dated May 17, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4727, folio 523 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on APRIL 23, 2018 AT 3:40 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester County, Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $20,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges

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PUBLIC NOTICES shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2013-42850). Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-4/5/3t _________________________________ James E. Clubb, Jr., Esq. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842 DUFRESNE INVESTMENTS, LLC 16830 S. Mariposa Avenue Gardena, CA 90247 Plaintiff vs. ETHEL J. HARMON c/o Karen M. Talbert 7 Mahogany Run Leominster, MA 01453 and WORCESTER COUNTY c/o Maureen Howarth, Esq. 1 West Market Street Room 1103 Snow Hill, MD 21863 and ALL PERSONS THAT HAVE OR CLAIM TO HAVE ANY INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY described as 1548 Grant Road Stockton, Maryland 21864 Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-18-000049

ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of redemption from the tax sale on the following property located in Worcester County, Maryland, sold by Phillip G. Thompson, Collector of Taxes for the State of Maryland and for Worcester County, to the plaintiff, the parcel of land described as follows: 8863 Sq Ft Near Stockton Rd Sur PI ROW For Grant Rd, Deed Reference 1537/171, Parcel Number 08003394. The property is located at 1546 Grant Road, Stockton, Maryland 21864, said property beign assessed to Ethel J. Harmon. The Complaint states among other things that the amount necessary for redemption has not been paid. The sale was held on May 19, 2017, and more than six (6) months has passed since that date. It is thereupon this 12th of February, 2018, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, ORDERED, that notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this

Order in some newspaper having a general circulation in Worcester County once a week for three consecutive weeks, on or before the 23rd day of April, 2018, and redeem the property and answer the Complaint, or thereafter a final judgment will be entered foreclosing all rights of redemption in the property and vesting in the Plaintiff title to said property, free and clear of all liens and encumbrances. Thomas C. Groton JUDGE Entered: Clerk Circuit Court for Worcester County, MD February 22, 2018 True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-4/5/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 301-907-8000 Diane S. Rosenberg Mark D. Meyer John A. Ansell, III Kenneth Savitz Jennifer Rochino Sydney Roberson Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 Substitute Trustees Plaintiff(s) v. Estate of Lou Ann Garton 10050 Bonita Drive Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-17-000435

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 26th day of March, 2018, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 10050 Bonita Drive, Ocean City, MD 21842, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 30th day of April, 2018, 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 23rd day of April, 2018. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $220,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD SUSAN R. BRANIECKI Clerk of the Circuit Court for Worcester County One West Market St., Rm 104 Snow Hill, MD 21863 OCD-4/5/3t _________________________________ REGAN J. R. SMITH ESQ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON LLP 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY PO BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

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Estate No. 17350 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JAMES B. YOUNG Notice is given that Colston Ellis Young, 6011 Hunt Ridge Rd - Apt 3131, Baltimore, MD 21210, was on March 28, 2018 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of James B. Young who died on February 18, 2018, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal 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 28th day of September, 2018. 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. Colston Ellis Young Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: April 05, 2018 OCD-4/5/3t _________________________________ BAY CLUB TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATES, INC. Plaintiff v. RAFAEL A. AREVALO MICHELLE L. AREVALO et al. Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-17-000404

NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 2nd day of April, 2018, that the foreclosure sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by James E. Clubb, Jr., Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before

the 30th day of April, 2018, provided a copy of this order be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 23rd day of April, 2018. The Revised Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sale for Week 38, Unit No 405 is $50.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-4/5/3t _________________________________ Stern & Eisenberg Mid-Atlantic, PC 9920 Franklin Square Drive, Suite 100 Baltimore, Maryland 21236 Paul J. Moran, Esq. Steven K. Eisenberg Substitute Trustees 9920 Franklin Square Drive, Suite 100 Baltimore, Maryland 21236 V Robert W. Swanson Jr. 36 Beaconhill Road Berlin, Maryland 21811 Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY CASE #C-23-CV-17-000374

NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County this 5th day of April, 2018, that the foreclosure sale of the real property known as 36 Beaconhill Road, Berlin, Maryland 21811, being the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Paul J. Moran and Steven K. Eisenberg, Substitute Trustees, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 7th day of May, 2018. Provided a copy of this Order is inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, once in each of three successive weeks, before the 30th day of April, 2018. The Report states the amount of the Foreclosure Sale to be $108,473.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court of Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-4/12/3t _________________________________ IN THE ORPHANS’ COURT FOR (OR) BEFORE THE REGISTER OF WILLS FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND IN THE ESTATE OF: PATTI JEAN FERRAER ESTATE NO. 17222

NOTICE OF JUDICIAL PROBATE To all Persons Interested in the above estate: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed by Thomas J.

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PUBLIC NOTICES Kokolis, Esq., 110 North Washington Street, Suite 500, Rockville, MD 20850 for judicial probate of the will dated 6/1/2016 and for the appointment of a personal representative. A hearing will be held at Worcester County Court House, Court Room 4, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, MD 21863 on 05/22/2018 at 10:00 a.m. This hearing may be transferred or postponed to a subsequent time. Further information may be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills. Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Phone: (410) 632-1529 Newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Publication Date: 04/12/2018 OCD-4/12/2t _________________________________

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17335 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARIANNE EBY Notice is given that Cindy Anne Kurak, 3800 Kendall Drive, Urbana, MD 21704, was on March 30, 2018 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Marianne Eby who died on March 13, 2018, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal 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 30th day of September, 2018. 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. Cindy Anne Kurak Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074

Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: April 12, 2018 OCD-4/12/3t _________________________________

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 17358 Notice is given that the Circuit court of Fairfax County, VA appointed Rolly S. Butts, 1833 Hollingsworth Drive, North Chesterfield, VA 28235 and Piper-Lynne K. Larson, 617 Kent Oaks Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 as the CoProponents of the Estate of Adeline M. Sweeney Phillips who died on August 04, 2017 domiciled in Virginia, USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Piper-Lynne K. Larson whose address is 617 Kent Oaks Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20878. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester County. All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred. Rolly S. Butts Piper-Lynne K. Larson Foreign Personal Representatives Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of Newspaper: Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: April 12, 2018 OCD-4/12/3t _________________________________

required front yard setback for lot 45 located on Decatur Street. 2. 509 South Main Street, Requesting a special exception for a conditional business use in the R-1 Residential District. Any questions regarding the above agenda items shall be directed to the Berlin Department of Planning and Zoning at 410-641-4143 OCD-4/19/1t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS TOWN OF OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110 of the Code of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Zoning Ordinance for Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted by the Board of Zoning Appeals for Ocean City, Maryland in the Council Chambers of City Hall located on Baltimore Avenue and Third Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 2018 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 one (1) parking space. The site of the appeal is described as Lot 15A, Section 2 of the Leeward Cay Plat; further described as located on the west side of Coastal Highway north of 123rd Street, and known locally as 12303 Coastal Highway, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: NORTH OCEAN CITY HOSPITALITY LLC – (BZA 2515 #18-09400006) 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 Heather Stansbury, Attorney OCD-4/12/2t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Town of Berlin Board of Appeals Pursuant to the requirements of §108-191 of the Code of the Town of Berlin, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be conducted by the Berlin Board of Zoning Appeals in the Mayor and Council Chambers of Berlin Town Hall, 10 William Street, Berlin, Maryland on WEDNESDAY, May 2nd, 2018 6:30 PM 1. Requesting a variance from the

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BID SOLICITATION GIS Water Meter Mapping The Town of Ocean City is seeking bids from qualified and experienced vendors to provide GIS data for water meters and for said data to be in conformity with the scope of work detailed in the Bid Documents. Bid Documents for GIS Water Meter Mapping may be obtained from the Town of Ocean City’s Pro-

curement Department by either emailing the Procurement Manager, Catrice Parsons, at cparsons@oceancitymd.gov or by calling 410-723-6647 during normal business hours, or via the Bid tab on the Town’s website. Vendors are responsible for checking this website for addenda prior to submitting their bids. The Town of Ocean City is not responsible for the content of any Bid Document received through any third party bid service. It is the sole responsibility of the vendor to ensure the completeness and accuracy of their Completed Bid Documents. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 26, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. in the purchasing department located at 204 65th Street, Bldg. A, Ocean City, MD 21842. Sealed Bid Documents are due by 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 08, 2018 at which time they will be opened and read into record. Bids are to be submitted to the Town of Ocean City, Attn: Procurement Department, 204 65th Street, Building A, Ocean City, MD 21842. Late Bid Documents will not be accepted. OCD-4/19/1t _________________________________ Samuel I. White, PC 5040 Corporate Woods Drive, Suite 120 Virginia Beach, VA 23462 JOHN E. DISCOLI, III, et al Plaintiffs, Substitute Trustees v. ESTATE OF MILDRED COLLINS PURNELL BOBBY L. PURNELL CAROL WHITE MICHAEL A. PURNELL Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil Auction No. 23-C-16-000018

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 11th day of April, 2018, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 8833 Bald Eagle Road, Berlin, MD 21811 will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary be shown on or before the 14th day of May, 2018, provided a copy of this NOTICE be published at least oncea week in each of three successive weeks in some newspaper of general circulation published in said County before the 7th day of May, 2018. The Report of Sale states the amount of the sale to be $133,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-4/19/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842

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PUBLIC NOTICES THIRTEEN (13) WEEKS IN THE QUARTERS CONDOMINIUM OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND By virtue of a Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. C-23-CV-18-000072, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the Quarters Condominium building located at 12108 Coastal Highway, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2018 AT 9:00A.M. Series of Weeks "A", in Unit No. 304, in the Quarters Condominium, being an annually recurring series of thirteen (13) weeks, together with an undivided percentage interest in the common elements thereof, as established by a Condominium Declaration and By-Laws, dated March 12, 1987, recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, in Liber No. 1285, folio 190, et seq; and pursuant to the plats described in said Declaration, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records in Plat Book No. 110, folio 27, et seq; and as more fully described in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions - Timeshare Ownership, dated March 12, 1987, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records in Liber No. 1285, folio 220, et seq. The property will be sold in an "as is" condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties or guarantees. The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the amount of Seven Thousand Dollars ($7,000.00) will be required at the time of sale, such deposit to be in a cashier's or bank check, or in other form as the Trustee may determine acceptable, in his sole discretion, with the balance to be paid in cash at time of settlement. The date of settlement shall be ten (10) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting Purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, without forfeiting deposit, the Trustee may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting Purchaser. The Trustee reserves the right to waive the deposit requirements as to the Purchaser representing the interest of the party secured by the Lien. Quarterly maintenance fees will be the sole responsibility of the Purchaser beginning from the date of sale. All costs of conveyancing, including transfer and recordation taxes, shall be paid by the Purchaser. In the event the undersigned is unable to convey marketable title, the sale will be null and void and the Purchaser's sole rem-

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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-4/19/3t ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ edy will be the return of the deposit without interest. For more information, call: James E. Clubb, Jr., Esq. Trustee 41 0-289-2323 OCD-4/5/3t _________________________________ CHRISTOPHER T. WOODLEY, TRUSTEE WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON, L.L.P.

TRUSTEE’S SALE OF VALUABLE RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM UNIT KNOWN AS Unit No. 8, in The Willows Condominium, located at 1407 St. Louis Avenue, Unit 8, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Under and by virtue of an Order of the Worcester County Circuit Court dated March 21, 2018, in Case No. C-23-CV-17-000414, the undersigned Trustee will sell the following described property at public auction, to be held at: THE FRONT DOOR OF THE COURTHOUSE, CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY 1 WEST MARKET STREET SNOW HILL, MARYLAND 21863 ON FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2018, AT 11:00 A.M. ALL that property, lying and being situate in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland, and being more particularly designated and distinguished as Condominium Unit No. 8, in “The Willows Condominium”, Horizontal Property Regime, together with an undivided 9.99% interest in the common elements thereof, as established pursuant to the Condominium Declaration and ByLaws, made by Hilborn Management Corporation, dated June 29, 1981, and recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, in Liber F.W.H. No. 771, folio 480, et

seq., and pursuant to the Plats thereto recorded among the aforesaid Land Records in Plat Book F.W.H. No. 68, folios 58, et seq.; and also pursuant to the Amended Declaration and Plats recorded among the aforesaid Land Records in Liber W.C.L. No. 811. Folio 128, et seq. THE Property is located at 1407 St. Louis Avenue, Unit 8, The Willows Condominium, Ocean City, MD 21842, and is a residential condominium unit of approximately 540 square feet. Reference to the site is made for a more complete description. TERMS OF SALE: A deposit of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) will be required of the purchaser in the form of cash, certified or cashier’s check at the time and place of sale, or other form of security, at the sole discretion of the Trustee; the balance to be secured to the satisfaction of the Trustee and represented by a Promissory Note, conditioned upon the conveyance of good and marketable title. The balance in cash will be due at settlement which shall be within ten (10) days after final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court of Worcester County unless said period is extended by the Trustee, his successors or assigns for good cause shown. Time is of the essence for the Purchaser. The Property will be sold subject to all conditions, liens, restrictions, and agreements of record affecting same, if any. Taxes, water charges, sanitary commission charges, condominium fees and assessments, assessments and liens or encumbrances for sewer, water, drainage, or other public improvements completed or commenced on or prior to the date of sale or subsequent thereto, if any, are to be adjusted and apportioned as of the date of sale and are to be assumed and paid thereafter by purchaser, whether assessments have been levied or not as of date of settlement. The cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, document preparation and title insurance shall be borne by the Purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for

obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. If Purchaser fails to pay the balance of the purchase price following ratification of the sale, the deposit shall be forfeited and the property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. If the Trustee is unable to convey good and marketable title to the property, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the Purchaser shall have no further claim against the Trustee. The improvements are being sold in an “AS IS” condition, with no warranties expressed or implied, with Purchaser responsible for any and all housing or zoning code violations. The risk of loss passes at date of sale. The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids in his sole discretion. For information, please contact the undersigned. Christopher T. Woodley, Esquire Williams, Moore, Shockley & Harrison, L.L.P. 3509 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 (410) 289-3553 Trustee OCD-4/19/3t _________________________________

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In their interminable financial dispute with Worcester County government, Ocean City officials continue to overlook one factor that’s critical to beach tourism’s well-being — the county is Ocean City’s gatekeeper. The county, not Ocean City or the State Highway Administration, determines the ease of access to the resort via relatively undeveloped Route 50. The county government has been protecting the resort’s entrance for almost 30 years with the “Route 50 Transportation Corridor Plan,” which imposes numerous restrictions on development along the stretch of highway from Stephen Decatur High School to just west of Glen Riddle. Although the plan has been amended over the years, with its most recent review and revision taking place in 2017, one of its primary objectives has remained constant: “To ensure that the flow of traffic to and from Ocean City and the eastern county attractions is not impaired by future development within the corridor.” Also constant is the argument most Ocean City business owners have made in the plan’s defense: We don’t want Route 50 to become like Delaware’s Route 1, which delays travelers to Rehoboth Beach with a gauntlet of traffic lights, turn lanes, intersections and wall-to-wall commercial operations. That kind of start-and-stop traffic congestion, the argument continues, could discourage visitors from making the trip to Ocean City by turning those last few miles of Route 50 into hell on wheels. Moreover, a miles-long string of businesses would make what West Ocean City takes from the tourist crowd look like the receipts at a church supper. Avoiding the Route 1 scenario always has been in the county’s best interest because Route 50 is the rainbow to the resort’s pot of gold — the county needs to protect its greatest source of income. But as local officials try to reduce that contribution, whether it’s fair or unfair is beside the point, as it removes some of the commissioners’ incentive to guard the door. They don’t have to do it and they may not at some point if the county’s finances make increasing its tax base with Route 50 development politically attractive in their home districts. As Ocean City continues to aim for county cash now, it also needs to consider the possible long-term effects if it succeeds.

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Editor/Publisher Continued testing should remain

Editor, In 2012, residents of Caine Woods attempted to stop the expansion of the Delmarva Power substation located between 137th and 138th streets in Ocean City. In spite of many sound arguments against the project, the power company was By a conditional use to granted build the expansion. HowStewart ever, a condition was put in Dobson place that provided some measure of peace of mind for the residents, particularly those living in close proximity to the plant. That condition called for independent testing of electro-magnetic field and noise levels emanating from the substation to be conducted twice a year, with the results sent to those property owners within 300 feet of the facility. At least, this requirement has provided some degree of assurance that the levels are reasonably safe and well under the recommended levels. Just recently, the Planning and Zoning Commission by a narrow vote of 3-2 sent a favorable recommendation to the Mayor and City Council to eliminate the biannual testing requirement. This is

wrong and unfair to the community. The City Council has the duty and responsibility to protect the health, safety and welfare of its residents and visitors. Let us hope they carry out those duties and responsibilities by denying this recommendation. Vincent dePaul Gisriel, Jr. Ocean City

Pay by plate: OC can do better than this

Editor, I thought that the new “Pay by Plate” system would make things easier for visitors. However, if the initial rollout is any indication, that won’t be the case. Two major issues stood out just prior to the start on April 1. The first issue was a complete lack of signage indicating that the system was to begin on Sunday, April 1. I found one small sign near the entrance to the inlet area. There was no information on any of the payment kiosks. The second issue was the simple fact that the system was accepting payments at the kiosks on Friday, March 30 and Saturday, March 31, two full days before fees were to be collected. I spoke to a number of

people on the Boardwalk who’d paid the parking fee and didn’t believe me when I told them that parking was free until April 1. The response from many was “if the parking is free, why did the machine take my money?” That’s a good question. I emailed the Mayor and City Council via the Town of Ocean City government website. The mayor replied on March 31 saying he’d look into it. I have not heard back from him, nor from any members on the City Council. Ocean City needs visitors to survive economically. Starting a new parking system with two major errors like this at the expense of those visitors doesn’t bode well. OC can do better than this. Michael Winaker Ocean Pines

Gun legislation can make difference

Editor This is in response to Mr. Lind’s letter. First, no one is ignoring the facts, but we certainly are not limiting our horrific gun problem to the Parkland incident. But since Mr. Lind beContinued on page 70

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By Stewart Dobson Editor Since we have a person on vacation this week, I’m doing doubleduty, which according to numerous people, means I’m still doing nothing, but more of it. Doing nothing isn’t easy, as it takes a good amount of experience and technique to get away with it. Some people, for instance, use the “too busy” approach. I once worked with a guy who we called “Hummingbird,” because he was always flitting and hovering. He never did anything, but looked busy not doing it. “So, Kemp, what are you working on? “A lot on my plate today. So much, in fact, that I probably won’t get any of it done.” The thing was, he put far too much energy into doing nothing, which defeated the purpose, in my mind. I learned early in life, however, that doing “nothing” has its rewards. “Well, young man,” the parent on

LETTERS Continued from page 69 lieves I neglected the facts in that mass shooting, let’s examine them. Yes, there were human errors contributing to the shooting. Guess what, humans make mistakes, everyday, all the time. But let me be clear about this. If the shooter had not been able to get his hands on a gun, 17 people would still be alive and all of the human errors would have went unnoticed just like most of our mistakes go unnoticed. This is a fact Mr. Lind ignores and is the most deadly one. Legislation could have prevented the shooting. Florida recognized this fact when they recently ignored the NRA’s lobbying and raised the age to purchase a gun to 21. Thank you Florida. I am not hating, mocking or demonizing anyone or any organization. I simply accurately described the NRA and Mr. Lind drew his own conclusions. The NRA is largely responsible for the proliferation of guns in America. The NRA’s goal is to make as much money as possible for the gun industry and for themselves. They do this by blocking all gun safety legislation and by sponsoring dangerous gun laws. And guns are the problem! Try having a mass shooting without one. I was not being sarcastic about “a good guy with a gun.” I meant it when I wrote that only makes sense if your solution is a gun battle with the good guy always winning. We want a solution of prevention not a somewhat possible better outcome to a horrific tragedy. Mr. Lind proves my point that some gun advocates oppose any gun law no matter how sensible it may be. Universal background checks will no more be the first step in denying citizens the right to self defense than legislation requiring an automobile

duty would say, “you’ve been gone for five hours. What were you doing?” “Nothing.” As I grew older, I found that answering “nothing” without some kind of emphasis wouldn’t work. “You got off work five hours ago, so what have you been doing all this time?” “Nothing, really.” Adding “really” is the key, because it says that whatever it was you were up to, it was of no consequence. At work, though, I like doing nothing, because it reduces the odds that I’ll make a mistake and have to do “something” about it. So, if you see any mistakes this week, let me know and I will advise the responsible party. That will leave me with nothing except the obligation to follow up, which is nothing but sounds more important. “So, what are you working on this week, boss?” “I’m following up.” That, I believe, is better than nothing.

license to operate a car led to denying people the right to drive. What it did lead to is denying people not fit to drive a license, and guess what, a universal background check would deny those unfit to own a gun the right to purchase one. Mr. Lind would rather have criminal purchasing guns than run the risk of a problem that does not exist. True, some states have passed some very good gun laws. The problem is other states have very lax gun laws and some with very little enforcement of those laws. The Chicago Chief of Police said we don’t have a gun problem; we have an Indiana problem. This is why we need tough, national laws. There probably is no law everyone obeys. This does not mean the laws are not effective. We still have drunk drivers, but there are fewer casualties from automobile accidents than before legislation across our nation was enacted to deal with the problem. Finally, the right to life is the most basic right of all. Yet Mr. Lind completely ignores that right but instead creates another imaginary problem. He claims gun laws will lead to the end of other constitutional rights. No one is suggesting to end the right to own a gun. That would be unconstitutional. It is, however, a typical NRA scare tactic. What we are saying is that we need preventive legislation in order to reduce gun violence. In short, we don’t want a drunk driver behind the wheel and we don’t want a disturbed person or a criminal owning a gun. Preventive legislation helped with drunk driving and it can also help reduce gun violence. First we have to value saving lives more than owning guns with no restrictions. Tom Wallace Berlin

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DELUXE BREAKFAST BUFFET 7am-1pm Check Out

$15.95 Adults • $10.95 Children • 3 & Under Free