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By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) Katherine Phillips, an environmental scientist with the Maryland Coastal Bays, had counted 36 diamondback terrapins by the end of a two-hour survey last Friday. That, apparently, constitutes a good day of turtle counting from the perspective of the Coastal Bays program, which goes out each year to see how the local terrapin population
is holding up in the bays and their estuaries. This time, though, Phillips and several others headed out to the mouth of Gray’s Creek, on the mainland side of Assawoman Bay, an area the program had not previously surveyed. “We’re going to try to go to a new location today … so it’ll be interesting to see if it’s a new hotspot for terrapins,” she said. That, however, was just one leg of the annual count, as volunteers and program per-
sonnel scoured the Coastal Bays watershed from May 27-31 to look for the presence — or the absence — of terrapins. But the tally is more than a head count, as it is broken down into three categories: large female, male/juvenile and undetermined. Phillips said the female turtle’s shell is roughly nine See MORE Page 4
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By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) The increasing number of rejections of J-1 student visa applications by federal immigration authorities is having an impact on the resort tourist industry, which is having difficulty filling many seasonal jobs. While thousands of J-1 students are still anticipated to work in the resort and will arrive within the end of the month and the beginning of July, their overall presence seems to be diminishing. American students, meanwhile, apparently aren’t as eager as they used to be to work in Ocean City. “We have restaurants who historically have been the goto restaurants who still could use a few hands,” Susan Jones, executive director for See RESORT Page 14
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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) Hoping to stay ahead of emerging technology, the Ocean City Council agreed Monday to ban dockless bicycle and electric scooter ride share programs from the resort. Investigating potential regulations for dockless bicycles and electric scooters, which have created unwelcome clutter on streets in cities across the U.S. and worldwide, was broached by Mayor Rick Meehan during a Police Commission meeting in March. At that time, Meehan noted the Baltimore area has become inundated with stacks of bicycles randomly discarded by short-term users. The amendment to the city’s traffic regulation ordinance was passed on second reading, and prohibits dockless bikes or scooters from being left in a public right of way or on public property and stipulates violations are subject to a $500 fine per occurrence. Exempted from the regulations are motorcycles, mopeds, “electric personal assistive mobility devices” (electric wheelchairs and scooters) and bicycles used as a shareable dockless mobility device. Councilman Matt James said the
ordinance amendment couldn’t come soon enough. “I just want to make you guys aware they’re already here,” he said. “I’ve seen a few of them out.” City Manager Doug Miller said the update he ordinance update the new regulations can be enforced by the town. City Attorney Heather Stansbury, while uncertain of the extent that dockless ride share programs have inundated the resort, concurred with Miller’s sentiment. “Certainly we can prohibit them from being here, that’s what the ordinance sought to do,” she said. Meehan also noted the ride share companies would be unable to obtain a business license from the town as no such category exists. James said the rides are typically discarded at random. “They’re just sitting on sidewalks,” he said. “People bring them into town, they use them, then they just kind of dump them wherever they want.” James said the ride share business model generally involves hiring independent contractors to retrieve bikes or scooters, which are then charged at their residence and returned to the streets. Meehan said that eventuality is precisely why the ban was discussed earlier this year. Councilman Mark Paddack exSee DOCKLESS Page 6
More terrapins spotted this yr. Continued from Page 1 inches long, while the males are between five and six inches when fully grown. She added that most sightings fall in the undetermined category. And then there’s the weather, with which turtle spotters must contend. “Weather and wind direction are really important, because in high winds the terrapins are less likely to be spotted,” Phillips said. “[The] water gets too rough for them, and terrapins are more likely to be out on a warm, sunny day.” Working with Coastal Bays in the venture is the Department of Natural Resources as part of a state effort to learn more about Maryland’s official state reptile. “We don’t have a lot of understanding about them and their distribution in Maryland,” Phillips said. “We know that they’re a brackish water (less saline) species.” Additionally, determining what areas are terrapin hotspots could prove useful for planning developmental projects along the shoreline. Community support for the sur-
vey increased this year, with 70 people expressing interest in volunteering, Phillips said, adding that’s “the highest number of volunteers I’ve ever had.” Phillips said two types of surveys are available to participants: on the water or on land. Conducting the head count via boats has been practiced since 2011, while the land-based terrapin spotting started in 2015. As of Monday, Phillips said 276 terrapin turtles had been sighted, while the exact number will not be determined for at least two weeks. Even then, it will be difficult to compare 2019’s numbers to the totals for other years. Overall, 117 terrapins were spotted within three days last year. Some years, the weather washes out days of counting, as was the case in 2016. Also affecting the reports are the number of people out on the bays and in the marshes looking. Seventy people expressed interest in volunteering this year, but the exact number of participants is not yet known.
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Army Corps seeks input regarding OC inlet Continued from Page 3 brary, Army Corps Project Manager Jacqui Seiple provided an overview of both a navigation improvement project and scour hole study for the Ocean City inlet and harbor. The Army Corps is working with the natural resources department and Worcester County on a 90 percent federally funded project to improve the shoaling issue at the inlet. Seiple said the project is approved for federal funding up to $10 million through the Continuing Authorities Program. “It allows us to implement small scale projects without congressional approval,” she said. Army Corps Baltimore District Project Manager Andrew Roach said the scour hole study would address a 50-feet deep spot near Homer Gudelsky Park in West Ocean City. The deepening of that hole and the swirling currents it causes destabilizes the adjacent shoreline and nearby residences. Roach highlighted the need for public input to help the Corps’ Engineer Research and Development Center, which began collecting data in 2017 related to sediment transport near the scour hole. Despite the corps dredging the inlet at least twice a year, sediment accumulation has made it challenging to maintain the authorized depth of 10feet in federally maintained channels. This February, Roach said the Army Corps entered into a partnership with state natural resources and Worcester County on an inlet navigation improvement project, at an estimated cost of $8.5 million, to evaluate sediment movement and provide options for shoaling accumulation. The Corps will evaluate sediment transport in the inlet and recommend options to manage the shoaling to in-
clude structural solutions like jetties or channel modifications like deepening the channel in the inlet. The goal is to provide recommendations by early 2020 that could be implemented by the end of that year. The intent now is to develop options this year and provide a draft report for public review by next summer. Roach said shoaling solutions could include, in addition to deepening the channel, realigning it to deeper water. “Assateague Island is an important resource and we want to avoid any negative impact there or at other nearby properties,” he said. Providing half a century of perspective was Fritz Pielert, who has lived near Homer Gudelsky Park, or Stinky Beach in area parlance, since 1959. “I’m not an engineer but I am a keen observer,” he said. In past decades, Pielert said Ocean City’s economic base was bolstered by the commercial fishing industry. “I used to work on clam boats that came down from New Jersey,” he said. “The commercial harbor was full of clam boats and fishing trawlers.” What’s changed, Pielert said, is that marsh islands off the western shore of the coastal bays have disappeared. “We’re talking about training the tide and working with Mother Nature,” he said. “It’s hard working against Mother Nature … she’s going to take what she wants and give what she wants.” Another alteration Pielert highlighted was the removal of the old Route 707 bridge following construction of a replacement span on Route 50 in 1948. “The old bridge extended out another 500 yards and … where it met Ocean City on the Coast Guard side it was probably 100 yards out, which narrowed the channel,” he said. “It
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water to go where it went,” he said. “When those deep channels were running, there was a lot less shoaling.” Pielert suggested installing pilings in the vicinity of the previous Route 707 bridge and replacing the riprap off the West Ocean City shoreline with boulders similar in size to the south jetty. “Look at the past to dictate the future,” he said. “There’s a chance that you might be able to do something by actually doing something besides studying it.”
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plants we offer in the spring time, (such as) beach grasses, bay berries, beach plums, cedars and other types of plants that are very hardy,” she said. Blazer said the city has shared the expense to install infiltration trenches or alternative surfaces to trap water and reduce nuisance flooding with a number of condominiums constructed prior to the advent of stormwater management ordinances. “We treat the water as opposed to it running off and creating over-nutrients in our bay,” she said. Noting that excessive nutrients are the resorts’ primary water pollutant of concern, Blazer said Ocean City has also sponsored a rain barrel program. “The people have been utilizing rain barrels to water their gardens or herb garden,” she said. “All these little micromanaging … projects help the overall water quality.” Excessive nutrient levels in water, specifically nitrogen and phosphorous, feed the growth of algae blooms, Blazer said. “Those algae blooms will make the water a different color [and] prevent sunlight from getting in,” she said. Worse yet, Blazer said when the blooms die off, they consume oxygen, essentially causing marine life to suffocate. “We haven’t had a huge problem with fish kills, because we’ve been doing a good job trying to reduce the [level] of nutrients out in the bay,” she said. Unlike the nutrient-dependent algae blooms, native plants provided to resort property owners afford habitats for migratory animals seeking nourishment and shelter, Blazer said. “People get engaged in the side projects,” she said. “They come back and want to plant every year [by] updating it [and] putting new plants in.” Blazer said when multiple players each do a small part, the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. “You think what’s one rain barrel do, but when you have 200 out, it’s different,” she said. “Microscale that becomes macro when we have enough people doing it.”
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Continued from Page 4 pressed concern the ordinance revision does not address private ownership of dockless bikes or scooters. “I’ve seen two and … people riding on them,” he said. “My first thought was they were stolen from another jurisdiction, put in a car and brought down here.” Stansbury said any businesses cur-
rently operating ride share programs within the resort will be contacted and informed about the revised legalities. “It’s definitely something my office is working with the city managers’ office to look into where their origin is and how we tie them back,” she said. “If we have to we can impound them.”
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Co. approves enterprise funds Elder expresses opposition for FY19-20 operating budget to Rural Legacy Easement Solid waste, liquor control, water and wastewater get OK from commissioners By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) The liquor control, solid waste and water and wastewater enterprise funds for Worcester County government’s proposed fiscal year 2019-2020 operating budget were unanimously approved during a county commissioners meeting Tuesday. The proposed water and wastewater enterprise fund (an enterprise fund is a standalone budget for selfsupporting departments) increased by about $922,000, or 8.09 percent, for fiscal year 2019-20, according to budget reports. There was approximately $11.4 million approved for fiscal year 201819, and about $12.3 million budgeted for fiscal year 2019-20. There was a 104.51 percent increase to other charges for the proposed fund and a 36.91 percent increase for capital equipment, according to budget reports. There was also a 413.63 percent decrease for transferring to and from reserves. Rates at service areas will increase by an average of $5. Commissioner Jim Bunting moved to approve the water and wastewater enterprise fund for fiscal year 201920, which Commissioner Chip Bertino seconded. The solid waste enterprise fund budget decreased by roughly $3.1 million, with about $2.9 budgeted for the new fiscal year as compared to the $6 million in fiscal year 2018-19. Revenue reports show decreases for permits, interest and penalties in the solid waste enterprise fund. On the expenditures side, there was a 729.15 percent decrease to the interfund charges, as well as a 56.05 percent increase for the debt service,
according to budget reports. Bertino moved to approve the liquor control enterprise fund budget, which Commissioner Joshua Nordstrom seconded. As for the liquor control enterprise fund, there was no change from the fiscal year 2019-20 proposed budget, and the fiscal year 2018-19 at $915,000, according to budget reports. However, there was an 1188.46 percent increase in payout of profits (losses) for the current fund. There was $2,600 approved in the fiscal year 2018-19 enterprise fund and $33,500 budgeted in the fiscal year 2019-20 enterprise fund. There was also an 18.73 percent decrease in personnel services, according to budget reports. There was $201,000 approved in fiscal year 2018-19, but only about $163,000 was requested for the fiscal year 2019-20 enterprise fund. Nordstrom moved to approve the liquor control enterprise fund budget, which Bunting seconded. Assistant Chief Administrative Officer Kelly Shannahan said resolutions for the enterprise budget funds and operating budget would be formally signed during the next meeting on June 18.
By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) Worcester County Commissioner Ted Elder, who has long expressed his disdain for aspects of the Rural Legacy Easement program, was the sole dissenting vote Tuesday when the commissioners approved the sale of another easement. “The public’s not allowed on the land they’re paying [about] $700,000 for, so I just wanted to make that point,” Elder said. The roughly 914-acre property is located west of Snow Hill, on the eastern side of Whitesburg Road and the south side of Corner House Road, according to Robert Mitchell, director of environmental programs for Worcester County. “Again this is a state program that’s not going anywhere and the counties are using it, so if we don’t use these funds and implement the program that we’ve implemented locally and preserve these areas, the money goes to another county,” Mitchell said. Commissioner Bud Church agreed. “So they’re [the state is] giving
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Schools, public safety costs go up Continued from Page 1 ment’s and Mitrecic’s point of view, resort property owners pay for county services they don’t use, thus putting the resort in the position of subsidizing those services for other Worcester Communities. But with only Mitrecic dissenting, the commissioners approved a budget $11.2 million more than last year’s $190 million fiscal package. Among the reasons for the 5.9 percent rise in spending were increasing expenses for retirement, education and public safety. There was $4.5 million in additional funding for other post-employment benefits for county and board of education employees, $3 million for board of education operating expenses and $1.1 million in public safety funding for the P25 radio equipment, and volunteer fire and ambulance companies, according to Worcester County officials. Along with public safety, the emergency services department had a 31 percent increase with about $3 million requested for the fiscal year 2019-20 operating budget. The parks department also saw a 47 percent increase, requesting roughly $1.8 million for the fiscal year 2019-20 operating budget. That’s about $590,000 more than the roughly $1.2 million approved for the 2018-19 fiscal year budget. Interfund charges show a 77 percent decrease with nearly $395,000 requested for the fiscal year 2019-20 budget as compared to the approximately $1.6 million approved for last year’s budget, according to reports. The commissioners expressed their appreciation to the agency and department heads for making cuts to the budget. “As a result, the commissioners were able to include funds for a cost-
of-living adjustment, step increment or longevity pay in salary accounts for county and employees and the board of education as the need to attract highly qualified staff and retain valuable employees continues to be a budget priority,” county officials said in a statement. To generate the additional revenue, the commissioners agreed to raise both the property tax and local income, or piggyback, tax rates. The property tax rate was raised by 1 cent to 84.5 cents per $100 of assessed value, according to county officials. The new rate would take effect July 1. The local income tax rate increased from 1.75 percent to 2.25 percent, and will take effect on Jan. 1, 2020. “Even with these increases, Worcester County residents will continue to enjoy the lowest income tax rate and the second lowest real property tax rate as compared to all other counties in Maryland,” county officials said in a statement. County Treasurer Phil Thompson said the increase in the piggyback tax breaks down to $5 for every $1,000 of taxable income. For example, a resident with $35,000 of annual taxable income would pay an additional $175 per year. The additional revenue from the half-percent increase would help cover the other post employment benefits for county and board of education employees, according to a resolution. “If we’re asking for an increase to income tax … the expressive purpose of this was to fund [post-employment benefits], and I’d like that somewhere so all know for now, and into the future, that that half-a-percent is to be used for OPEB funding,” Commissioner Chip Bertino said. Before the final vote was cast, Mitrecic took some time to further ex-
press his concerns with the budget. “I’ve been shortsighted during this budget process, and I’ve gone along with cuts that looking back on it now, I don’t feel comfortable with,” Mitrecic said. While he acknowledged the work that was done to make cuts to the budget, he said it’s not a permanent solution and the same problems could return to future budget cycles. “I think that possibly my shortsightedness in this budget is kicking the can down the road so to speak, and I apologize to the department heads and to the employees of the county for going along with some of these cuts that we made,” Mitrecic said. He also warned others of what he feared could happen in the future. “I can’t support this budget,” Mitrecic said. “Again, I think that we’re going down a road that if we keep kicking that can down the road, sooner or later it’s going to fall into a big hole, and I don’t want to be a part of it.” However, Mitrecic did say he supported the county’s board of education budget. He seconded a separate motion made by Commissioner Jim Bunting to approve the board’s $103.4 million total operating budget for the fiscal year 2019-20. The vote was unanimous. That figure also includes the approximately $11.7 million in school debt service, according to budget reports. There was a 6 percent increase, or about $5.5 million more from the roughly $97.8 million approved for the fiscal year 2018-19 budget. Kelly Shannahan, assistant chief administrative officer for Worcester County, said the budget and enterprise funds were “conceptually approved,” but they won’t be formally adopted until budget resolutions are signed during the next meeting on June 18.
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in three days,” she said. As for their dream bayfront home, several items topped their wish list, including a stellar view, proximity to the Boardwalk and recreational water activities. “We wanted to be close to everything that Ocean City has to offer, but we didn’t want to be so close where we felt we were on top of other people,” Easterday said. For Easterday, visiting Ocean City was an annual family tradition when she was a child. The town is “a special place to us,” she said, and she has kept that tradition alive with her husband. “Gary is from West Virginia originally, [but he] kind of came down to Ocean City with me, and he grew to enjoy it,” Easterday said. Easterday said they bought a home in Ocean City in 2006, which they sold last month, as they were looking for something different to fit that growing wish list. The homes she was shown for the show were in the downtown area, north Ocean City and West Ocean City. However, they ended up going in a different direction, purchasing a threebedroom, two-bathroom townhome off Bayshore Drive. “When we bought it, we knew we were going to have to do a complete See COUPLE Page 11
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WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS BRIEFS By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) The Worcester County Commissioners took the following action Tuesday:
Traffic concerns “Look ahead” signs and four-way stop signs will be installed at an intersection in West Ocean City. Following a crash on May 24 at the intersection of Golf Course and Old Bridge roads, Commissioner Bud Church raised concerns about safety there. County staff conducted a speed study at the intersection and found 85 percent of people were driving 39 mph or less. The posted speed limit is 30 mph and the average speed was 35 mph, according to the speed study. Church moved to institute the traffic safety measures and Commissioner Jim Bunting seconded.
Diakonia work approved The commissioners approved bids for the roofing and siding projects of one of the buildings at Diakonia. Kim Reynolds, senior budget accountant for Worcester County, said the bids ranging from roughly $11,000 to $48,000. The low bidder, Robert’s Coastal Construction, was recommended. The funding comes from a state Community Development Block Grant. Robert’s Coastal Construction bid $11,200 for the roofing job and $48,000 for the siding, according to the bid proposal. “... When I see numbers this different it raises some eyebrows for me and I just was concerned, but if everything’s been gone through and everything is … it is what it is,” Commissioner Joseph Mitrecic said. Mitrecic is also “the owner and president of Mitrecic Builders,” according to his commissioners’ biography. Commissioners Jim Bunting and Ted Elder also shared concerns with the prices. Allyson Bernard Church, president of Diakonia Inc.’s Board of Directors, also vouched for the pricing and cited her own prior experience with construction and real estate, as well as fellow board member Mike Diffendal. “Mike Diffendal is really spearing this up and heading it for us, and he talked to them extensively, and we felt
that the fact that they were doing both the siding and the roofing made sense and mike is on the job watching it every day as it happens and so am I ... so we would watch it very closely because of your concerns, and we’ve already had extensive conversation with the contractor,” Church said. Mitrecic still expressed concerns with the low cost of the bids. “I don’t have a problem asking questions and reconfirming,” Church said. Mitrecic moved to approve the bid requests, which Bunting seconded. Commissioner Bud Church recused himself from the vote.
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Boat competition location Crab Alley Owner Phil Houck will be allowed to use the county harbor in West Ocean City for a staging area for the Offshore Powerboat Association National Championship Offshore Powerboat Race in September. Tom Perlozzo, director of recreation and parks for Worcester County, brought the request to the commissioners Tuesday. Perlozzo added the event would take place from Sept. 27-29. Last year’s event happened in June. As part of the initiative, Perlozzo presented several conditions Houck needed to agree to, including working with the parks department to set up the parking lot as well as provide security and traffic control during the event. “This is a great event,” said Commissioner Joseph Mitrecic, “I hope moving it to September doesn’t bring in the problems with the water that we had … but I make a motion we approve.” Bunting seconded Mitrecic’s motion and the vote was unanimous.
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Couple renovates vacation home Continued from Page 10 renovation,” Easterday said. They spent the winter working to make the place fit their taste by changing the kitchen, lighting, floors, fireplaces, sliding doors and adding a bathroom. Easterday watched the episode with some friends last Tuesday evening and said she was pleased with the overall
experience. “It’s just strange seeing ourselves on television,” she said. “However, we are told that due to the success of the initial airing, it will be re-aired.” The show aired on May 12 on HGTV, but she said the show’s sixth episode of the 16th season will possibly be re-aired in “late June or early July.” The exact air date is unclear.
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SHMS shares progress with Summit Learning By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) Snow Hill Middle School has been taking a personalized approach in the classroom for the last three years by using the using the Summit Learning platform, teachers told Worcester County Board of Education members last month. “Personalized learning is considering the interests of your students, giving them a choice in their learning and meeting them where they’re at – academically and personally,” Principal William Roberts said in a presentation. Students in sixth, seventh and eighth grades have access to the Summit Learning platform. Christy Kozolowski, a seventh grade ELA teacher at Snow Hill Middle School, said the program, instituted in 2016 is employed in math, reading, science and social studies classes. “Basically, the way it works is that each student has the same expectations as far as what they need to complete, but what changes is the timeline and the resources that they have available to them,” Kozolowski said. Students have the opportunity to cater their education to their personal preferences. For example, Kozolowski said if students are more vi-
sual learners, they can have access to multimedia materials, or if they prefer text, written options are available. Students can also work with peer mentors or teachers if they are struggling with a certain topic in class. The classroom is not longer tied to the calendar year schedule with the Summit Learning platform, according to Kozolowski, who said it’s crucial each student fully understands the subject matter before moving on. “This type of approach gives them [the students] the opportunity to advance at their own PHOTO COURTESY CHRISTY KOZOLOWSKI/SHMS pace,” she said. Kozolowski said the Summit Snow Hill Middle School seventh graders participate in the Summit Learning program with ELA teacher Learning platform aims to Christy Kozolowski. “close some gaps” for students who “were not on grade level, as well lows those students to drive ahead dent received a failing grade, he or as extensions for those that were with more difficult work. The pro- she would accept it and continue with above grade level.” gram can also work to put the student the learning process, she said. The Kozolowski said teachers focusing in the best possible position for suc- personalized learning approach allows students to work until they fully on children who need help can some- cess. times overlook the students working “They can choose to decide understand the content. “In this, you go back you restudy above grade level. whether or not they’re ready for a you have to learn it so no one gets left “They’re the kids that you know test,” Kozolowski said. are gonna be fine,” she said. “They’re In such cases, teachers serve as behind,” she said. While it may take some getting the kids that already have it, but are guides for students, but if they’re they getting anything out of the school clearly not ready for the test, teachers used to, Kozolowski said this type of year? Or are they just sitting there.” can meet with the student to discuss approach could prepare the students for more than just what they’re learnKozolowski said the program al- their status. “We’re going to ask them ques- ing in the classroom. “They [the students] think it’s tions and say why do you think you’re ready? Are you sure you’re ready? harder, but really, the habits of sucYou know I’m not 100 percent with cess that they need to be successful in you on this, and so through conversa- life are finally starting to be at the tions like that they self-assess them- center of their … education,” Koselves as well. But ultimately, it’s zolowski said. “So instead of just them whose using data and feedback teaching them content, now we’re from the program, resources of their teaching them how to be thinkers.” Although, when students do fully choice to create their own success,” comprehend a subject area, it’s a big she said. However, adjusting to this new victory for themselves and Kostyle of learning has been difficult for zolowski. “They’ve owned their learning, so some students, Kozolowski said. “I think one of the challenges is when they do have something to celhaving kids understand what a pro- ebrate, again more student focused than teacher focused because it’s on ductive struggle is,” she said. She used an example of a student them, and so just seeing them light Waterproof plank flooring with attached failing a test to demonstrate her up is probably one of the successes or cork underlayment. Over 200 styles point. In a traditional setting, if a stu- greatest accomplishments,” she said.
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Resort copes with seasonal worker shortage Continued from Page 1 the Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association said. “It’s definitely a problem for all of our members and it’s not just a local problem … it’s statewide, it’s nationwide. It was one of the hot topics at the national restaurant show.” “It’s not just in restaurants, it’s also in the hotel industry,” she added. “Unemployment is at an all-time low. So that’s part of the problem. I think we also have the problem of a different work mentality in the up and coming generations … it’s not quite like our grandparents, where you had to work really, really hard for every last dime.” Anne Marie Conestabile, the program director for United Work and Travel, one of the sponsors who brings J-1 students into the country,
said the denial of student visas has reached an unprecedented level. “May is when students start arriving and we saw a process take place in the last year,” Conestabile said. “We used to be able to get spring students. We used to be able to tap into universities in the Asian countries and bring a lot of young people in Ocean City to work and kick off the season like in March, April and May. Those students got deleted from the program … they no longer exist. “Then we saw the visa denials,” she continued. “In the month of May, we hire about 800 students for Ocean City from this office from the Dominican Republic. This year we had lots of visa denials in the Dominican Republic, which is not a country that abuses [visas] usually. We saw students from Thailand get visas denied,
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which we never see. We saw people from the Philippines’ visas denied … a huge number of Eastern Europeans ‘visas were denied.” Why the applications were rejected she was unable to say. “We never know the reasons why the students get visas denied,” Conestabile said. “We know that we have visa denials but never are we given an explanation as to why.” Typically, Conestabile’s office brings in around 1,200-1,300 J-1 students this time a year. So far, United has brought in 1,000. “I work with probably 200-plus employers in Ocean City, maybe 240,” she said. “All of them have had less numbers from other sponsors and I’m getting calls from employers that I never heard of before in Ocean City. I have 900 jobs right here that are available for students who didn’t fill them and they’re begging us for help.” A lack of interest in entry-level jobs has been cited as one of the reasons for the absence of younger American students, many of whom don’t want basic jobs like dish washing and housekeeping, and favor better-paying jobs and tip-based employment. Those “unwanted and leftover” jobs end up going to foreign workers. Moreover, college students are no longer traveling to Ocean City to work and are finding jobs closer to home, Jones said. “That’s primarily because either they are getting graduate degrees or they’re finding decent jobs in their own hometown, or they don’t have to come down and wait tables to make a lot of money … they can do that in their backyard,” Jones said. The problem is nowhere near a crisis, and some 4,200 J-1 students will be working in the resort this year. What is causing concern, however, is how the declining number of viable J1 students will affect the future. “[Employers] are really analyzing their labor costs because [they] have gotten so high,” Jones said. “The top line of expense of any business is labor. So, they’re really looking at all of the hours … they have to analyze every single hour so people may not be given a lot of shifts that they would have been given five years ago. “In the past, employers would keep people on the payroll just to keep people,” she continued. “That’s not happening now.” Not every business is hurting, but they do acknowledge that hiring has become more challenging recently. “My colleagues in the business are all complaining about the same thing: ‘There’s not enough people to go around,’” Shawn Harman, owner of Fish Tales on 21st Street, said. “We’re doing all that we can do, but everybody else is fighting the same fight.” Harman, who usually has more than 200 employees during the sum-
mer, says right now he has around 150. One of the solutions he has come up with to counter this problem is raising his wages to entice more people to work at his restaurant. “There’s other higher paying jobs, so what we’ve had to do is increase what we pay,” Harman said. “The result is we’re going to surpass the minimum wage anyway just to get an employee to fill these positions … you don’t want to be the one with the empty spots.” On the hotel front, “It seems we’re getting a lighter start, so some of the students that we would hire from Eastern Europe who would come in the last week of May or first week of June are getting here in the middle of June or third week of June,” said Michael James, whose group operatesr the Carousel on 118th Street and other properties. “[Plus] with the addition of more hotels and more restaurants, we’re not getting any larger influx of American students ... but there are more jobs.” The Carousel generally has 250 workers during the summer season. Currently, it has around 200. “What we’re going to need to do in the future is obviously find more ways to be productive,” James said. “Once we get to July, we should be fully staffed, but [the trouble] is the early part of the summer where we’re still getting busy, especially on the weekends but we’re not staffed up yet.” Both Jones and Conestabile suggest that employers who already have J-1 and American employees should provide some additional encouragement to ensure they will return in the following years. “I think one of the few things that the employers have to do is they have to make their workplace very positive,” Jones said. “They have to pick people up when they fail, give them positive encouragement or team meetings. Give feedback on what they can do to make things better.” Jones also suggested that businesses consider pursuing and hiring students directly out of high school. “Not every kid is meant to go to college,” Jones said. “There are plenty of kids who don’t want to go to college or they don’t need to. What we can do at the high school level is make them understand that it’s okay to enter the workforce right after high school.” Conestabile emphasized treating J-1s with the respect, since many travel halfway across the world for these jobs. “Keep them happy at your jobs, Conestabile said. “We’re hopeful that everybody supports the J-1 program, because without it, Ocean City starts to see a little bit of a painful outlook toward summer, so everyone who has a stake in it, please support it.”
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Sibal memorialized by Surfriders with garden By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) To honor the indelible positivity musician and craftsman Craig Sibal left behind following a fatal vehicular accident in May 2018, last month the Surfrider Foundation Ocean City chapter immortalized its former chairperson by rededicating its Ocean Friendly Garden at Northside Park on 125th Street with a namesake memorial plaque. Among the numerous souls that Sibal, 49, affected during his lifetime was companion Rachel Logan, who was emotionally overwhelmed after getting a first glimpse of “Craig’s Garden,” prior to the Surfriders’ annual Hands Across the Sand event on May 18. Sibal and Logan, both natives of Rockville born months apart, and who unknowingly graduated high school together, discovered genuine love in 2016 after initially becoming acquainted a decade earlier. Logan said the couple was on the verge of engagement before a tractortrailer demolished the Dodge Ram
double cab Sibal was driving through Frederick while commuting home to Rockville on May 12, just two weeks shy of turning 50. “We were definitely making plans for our future,” she said. The would-be soul mates first crossed paths in 2006, meeting by happenstance during a 20-year reunion that Logan traveled from Georgia to attend at Rockville High School outside D.C., “We chatted briefly,” she recalled. “I thought he was animated and full of energy.” Despite having zero mutual recognition from their school days, Logan said sparks flickered during their “reunion” conversation. In 2010, Sibal connected with Logan on Facebook, but otherwise remained on the periphery of her imagination, even after relocating to the Baltimore area in 2013 for on-air work with CBS radio. Several years later Logan, once again, stumbled unexpectedly into destiny after attending a performance by No Tell Motel, which featured
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The Surfrider Foundation Ocean City chapter recently dedicated its Ocean Friendly Garden at Northside Park, on 125th Street, to former chairperson, Craig Sibal, who passed in a horrific vehicular accident on May 12, 2018.
Sibal on bass and back-up vocals. Among a lengthy musical resume, in recent years Sibal also played with Rebel Soul, a Kid Rock tribute act. “I saw them play in 2016 at the Fish Head Cantina [in Halethorpe] but [at first] didn’t realize it was Craig because his look was different,” she
said. Unbeknownst to Logan, Sibal’s band mates were aware she was attending and had hipped their cohort to the presence of his love interest. “He knew I was going to be there,” she said. “The lead singer told him.” See SIBAL’S Page 18
Safety stressed for pedestrians, bicyclists By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) With another summer season upon us, Ocean City emergency responders are on full alert for any and all accidents, but also caution walkers and bikers to do their part and remain alert to the deluge of traffic in the resort during warm weather. Jessica Waters, Ocean City communications manager, said with the resort topping the quarter million mark on many warm weather weekends, navigating the traffic can be challenging. Still, as much as those behind the wheel must be conscious of pedestrians and bicyclists, those traveling on two feet or two wheels are also expected to exercise good sense when traveling the roadways. Waters said 50,000 or more vehicles
travel Coastal Highway daily during the peak tourist season and share roads with thousands of pedestrians and hundreds of bicyclists. Waters said the danger is real when bicyclists run red lights or ride in the wrong direction. To address the never-ending issue of summertime traffic congestion, Waters said the city has an ongoing safety campaign. The Ocean City Walk Smart, Bike Smart and Drive Smart campaign combines engineering, education and enforcement to save lives and prevent injuries, Waters said. The constantly revolving tourist audience adds another layer of difficulty to the public awareness campaign, she said. Waters said essential safety direc-
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the official pedestrian and bicycle safety ambassador for the OC Walk Smart, Drive Smart, Bike Smart campaign. Waters said the intent is to help residents and visitors reach the beach safely and stay safe while forming, hopefully, positive memories in Ocean City. The public safety messaging campaign is produced through a partnership between the Town of Ocean City, Ocean City Police Department and the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration, along with local businesses and agencies. Waters said adherence to road rules is vital for everyone’s safety, with the end goal to have visitors “We want people to leave town in their cars not in a helicopter,” she said.
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Sibal’s memory elicits smiles Continued from Page 16 Logan said about 15 minutes into the set she recognized the guy thumping the bass was Sibal. “I got excited and we chatted and caught up,” she said. “We had our first date one month later.” The pair became quickly enamored of each other and developed into soul mates. “His energy was inspirational,” she said. “He got more done on Sunday before noon than most of us do in a month.” Logan said Sibal imparted a passion for life, more specifically “salt life.” “The ocean, beach life, surfing and skateboarding were in his blood,” she said. Despite a western-shore based “day job,” as a senior site manager for telecommunication projects, Sibal felt most at ease when dropping anchor at weekend digs in Fenwick Island, Logan said. “He had a trailer home in Fenwick that he fixed up with a close friend,” she said. The ocean side refuge, which was dilapidated when Sibal signed the deed, was eventually transformed into a charming beach oasis, Logan said. “I never ceased to be amazed with what Craig could create with his hands,” she said. Spending the bulk of summer weekends on the shore with Sibal awakened Logan’s passion for the oceanic. In fact, prior to the garden project coming to fruition, Logan, who currently lives near Baltimore, was already planning to attend the Ocean City Surfrider Foundation’s Hands Across the Sands event on May 18.
“Craig and I attended Hands Across the Sands two-years ago,” she said. “It was cold and the weather was less than ideal.” From 2014-2017, Sibal served as chairperson for the Surfrider Foundation Ocean City chapter and later helped imbue Logan with a passion for protecting beaches, ocean waters and marine life. “This year I was blown away by the Hands Across the Sand presentation,” she said. Joining both the Surfrider Foundation Ocean City and Delaware chapters, along with past partner Assateague Coastal Trust, for this years’ event was Oceana Mid-Atlantic and Go Green OC. “These groups came together and something magic happened on the beach,” she said. Hands Across the Sand was founded in 2009 by Surfrider Foundation member Dave Rauschkolb in Seaside, Florida to demonstrate support for protecting coastlines and waterways from oil and gas development. This year 100 events were organized in five countries, with 30 events in Florida alone. Harkening back to the 2017 event, Logan said the weather for this years’ Hands Across the Sand, at least initially, was eerily reminiscent. “That day was overcast and it was predicted all day,” she said. While the gathered eco-troops listened to opening remarks under gray skies, the tide turned shortly after hands were joined for a common cause. “Within five minutes of lining up for Hands Across the Sand skies cleared and it stayed beautiful the entire day,” she said.
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Speeding motorcyclist fails to negotiate turn, wipes out By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) Motorcycle driver who wrecked on Sunday afternoon by Blades Road and Rt. 113 near Snow Hill was airlifted to Shock Trauma for a non-fatal leg injury and now faces roughly four dozen traffic offenses. Maouloudou Kane, 31, of Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania is facing 52 charges, including multiple counts of reckless, negligent and aggressive driving, as well as attempting to elude police, improper passing, and driving without insurance or license plates. Worcester County Sheriff’s deputies, along with the Pocomoke Fire Company, responded to the accident scene about 2:50 p.m. according
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to public information officer Lt. Ed Schreier. Kane had allegedly been clocked traveling 94 mph minutes before losing control after failing to negotiM. Kane ate a curve at high speed and was thrown from the motorcycle on Blades Road, Schreier said. First responders at the scene assisted Kane with a leg injury, which was severe enough to summons Medivac, Schreier said. The incident is still under investigation with Kane scheduled for an initial appearance in Worcester County District Court on Aug. 20.
Leave skateboard to pay tab By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) Brandon Ropiski, 28, of Bel Air, was arrested for DUI on a bicycle last Friday, after being charged with theft under $100 two days earlier for allegedly leaving a skateboard behind in lieu of cash to settle up a bar tab. Police reported encountering Ropiski on May 31 at about 4:30 p.m. sitting on a bicycle in the 100 block of 49th Street. After a brief conversation, police determined Ropiski was intoxicated and advised against operating the bicycle while under the influence. Less than 10 minutes later, Ropiski was spotted peddling the bicycle on the wrong side of 49th Street, police said. According to the police report,
Ropiski told police he had consumed two beers. He also failed field sobriety tests and subsequently refused a breath test. Police had also Brandon Ropiski arrested Ropiski on May 29 for theft under $100 after he allegedly left a Boardwalk drinking establishment without leaving cash for his bar tab. Police were contacted by bar employees about 3:23 p.m. who pointed out Ropisk and said he ordered and quickly consumed four drinks before heading outside. Police said the bartender claimed Ropiski left behind a skateboard, apparently as payment of the $15 tab.
West OC carjack suspect arrested after entering Del. By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) After leading law enforcement across state lines following an alleged armed carjacking in West Ocean City, Ryan Michael Lewis, 25, of Parkville was detained and arrested in Sussex County last Wednesday afternoon. The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office said in a press release that deputies responded to the West Ocean City area for a reported carjacking on May 29 at Ryan Lewis approximately 2:50 p.m. The release said within minutes the vehicle in question was located in Berlin, but the driver, later identified as Lewis, allegedly refused law enforcement requests to stop. The Sheriff’s Office said Lewis proceeded to lead deputies on a lengthy pursuit that ended in Sussex County. The release said after crossing into Delaware, Lewis allegedly stopped the vehicle and surrendered. The Worcester County Bureau of Investigators assumed the investigation and secured an arrest warrant for Lewis. Worcester County State’s Attorney Kris Heiser said this Wednesday that Lewis remains in custody in Delaware and is currently awaiting extradition back to Maryland on numerous felony charges.
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S.S. St. Louis completes trans-Atlantic voyage Ship came from Germany, docks in Havana Harbor as Jewish passengers debark By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III Contributing Writer (June 7, 2019) This week, 80 years ago, the S.S. St. Louis, having completed its trans-Atlantic voyage from Germany, sat in Havana Harbor, waiting to discharge its Jewish passengers to begin a new life, free of German persecution. Its odyssey was immortalized in the 1976 movie, “Voyage of the Damned,” based on the 1974 book of the same name. The film sported an all-star cast, including Faye Dunaway, Lee Grant, Oskar Werner, Sam Wana-
maker, Julie Harri, Max von Sydow, as ship’s Captain Gustav Schroeder, Malcolm McDowell, Orson Wells, José Ferrer, as Cuban director-general of immigration, Manuel Benítez González, James Mason, Katherine Ross, Ben Gazzara, Denholm Elliot as Abwher’s Admiral Wilhelm Canaris, and Fernando Rey as Cuban president, Dr. Federico Laredo Brú. The St. Louis was built in Bremen for the Holland-American Line, to be used as a passenger ship on the Hamburg to New York route. It was launched in May 1928, with its maiden voyage coming 13 months later. It weighed 16,732 tons, was 574 feet long and had a speed of 16 knots. It had a capacity of 973 passengers divided into three classes and a crew of
231. After Kristallnacht, more and more Jews were deciding to leave the intolerance and persecution of the German Reich. But, as the Evían Conference had demonstrated the previous year, not many countries were willing to accept Jewish refugees. The United States Congress had adopted a quota, restricting the number of Jews that could be admitted in a year. Even then, the government was not admitting the amount authorized by the statute. Many German Jews went to Cuba to wait until they could obtain entry to the U.S. The United States accepted fewer Jewish refugees than Switzerland. In early 1939, the Cuban govern-
ment enacted Decree 55, which required “refugees” to obtain visas and post a $500 bond in order to enter the island nation. But no such requirements were required for “tourists.” Señor Benítez had determined, since the two categories - “refugee” and “tourist” - were not defined, he would sell landing permits to tourists who were really refugees. The shipping companies accommodated and purchased the permits to sell them with passage as a “package” to their customers, most of whom were only going to stay on the island until they could obtain entrance into the United States. Señor Benítez was making a fortune, by charging $150 per landing permit. At 8 p.m., on May 13, 1939, the St. Louis sailed from Hamburg, with a full complement of passengers and crew. As the ship moved into the Atlantic, the passengers began enjoying the amenities — swimming pools, movies, and lots of good food. But, in the Cuban capital, a glitch was developing. The Cuban President Dr. Brú and other members of the government, unhappy with Señor Benítez’ scheme — and his unwillingness to share — moved to close the loophole on May 5 by adopting Decree 937. The effect was, that by the time the St. Louis sailed, its passengers’ landing permits, for which they had paid an inflated price, were invalid. There were other reasons that influenced the Cuban government. Like the rest of the world, Cuba was struggling with the debilitating effects of the Great Depression and high unemployment. Two Cuban newspapers, “Diario de la Marina” and “Avances,” published articles accusing the St. Louis’ passengers of being communists. The papers were owned by the Rivero and Zayas families, who had supported Generalísimo Francisco Franco in the recently concluded Spanish Civil War. On May 8, more than 40,000 Cubans gathered in La Habana to protest the Jews’ immigration into their country. The crowd was addressed by Cuban Congressman Primitivo Rodríguez Rodríguez, who urged them, in a speech broadcast on Cuban radio, to, “...fight the Jews until the last one is driven out.” On Friday, May 26, the ship’s captain, received a telegram from Luis Clasing (played in the movie by Michael Constantine), the HamburgAmerican representative in Havana, informing him that the ship could not dock at the company pier, but would have to anchor in the harbor. Even this had been a concession by President Brú, since the passengers, and therefore the ship, weren’t in Continued on Page 61
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OC Car and Truck Show to take over convention center By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) For the 19th annual Ocean City Car and Truck Show, presented by Live Wire Media, organizers are splitting the weekend-long event into two separate shows, which will feature hundreds of vehicles inside and outside of the convention center on 40th Street. “I created it because there was no event like this in this market 18 years ago when cars were starting to become popular. There really wasn’t an indoor/outdoor car show,” said Brad Hoffman, Ocean City Car and Truck Show founder and owner of Live Wire Media. “I thought it was a good fit and the first year it worked really, really well. We had a huge success ... the show quickly grew to become one of the premiere shows in the country.” On Saturday, the Ocean City Car and Truck Show will take place both inside and outside the convention center from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. On Sunday, the all-truck Shoreline Showdown will be outdoors only. “With our show, we’re not big like Cruisin’ and some of these other shows but our quality is over the top,”
Gil Guevara, of Queens, New York, works under the hood of a Chrysler 300 with roughly $80,000 in modifications dedicated to the memory of fashion designer Gianni Versace at the OC Car and Truck Show, inside the convention center on 40th Street, last year.
Hoffman said. “We have some of the finest cars inside which is a representation of award-winning Volkswagens to top-end muscle cars to some of the most amazing trucks in the country. We’ve focused on quality and bringing some of the best cars so when you come in you don’t see the same stuff every year.” The 19th annual Ocean City Car and Truck Show will feature hundreds of vehicles from exotic cars to customized trucks.
Hoffman said he anticipates between 2,000 and 3,000 spectators and anywhere from 200 to 300 vehicles. “The cars are the stars,” Hoffman said. “Last year we were at 340 cars total and 60 trucks [the] next day.” The event will include a bikini contest, giveaways and an MC battle taking place outdoors. Awards will be presented to vehicle owners with the best interiors, exSee HUNDREDS Page 27
By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) The 21st annual relay event honoring former Ocean City Beach Patrol Capt. George Schoepf will take place this Sunday on the beach at Seventh Street, beginning at 10 a.m. Schoepf was captain of the Ocean City Beach Patrol for nearly 10 years and served the organization for more than 40 – from 1950 to 1996. After serving for a couple years, he was promoted to sergeant, then to lieutenant. Schoepf moved his family from Pennsylvania to Salisbury and accepted a job at Wicomico High School teaching physical education and coaching track and cross country. When the patrol personnel increased to over 100 in the 1960s, it was Schoepf’s idea to divide it into crews of seven and have each report to a crew chief who would check attendance and tardiness, if any, as well as see to it that crew members did the required workouts, etc. The idea of an annual crew competition was also Capt. Schoepf’s. Visitors had a chance to see the various running and swimming abilities of the guards and it continues to be an annual event in Ocean City. “His background as a teacher and coach made him ideal to lead an organization made up of athletic individuals,” Ocean City Beach Patrol Capt. Butch Arbin said. “Capt. Schoepf was a real mentor to many men [women did not join the patrol until 1978] and they credit him with being like a father to them.” When Capt. Robert S. Craig retired in 1986, Schoepf took over and, although many still refer to the members of the patrol as “lifeguards,” the official title became “surf rescue technician” or SRT for short. After Schoepf’s death in 1997, the relay was created in his honor to celebrate his years of service. In this relay, lifeguards and family members of Schoepf, including his daughter and grandchildren, will pass along a metal buoy throughout the entirety of Ocean City’s shoreline, spanning 10 miles before returning the buoy back to Seventh Street. “Seventh Street was his beach,” Arbin said. “This is our way of thanking George for all his years of service.” Metal buoys were used during Schoepf’s time as an assistant lieuSee CURRENT Page 27
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Hundreds of vehicles to be displayed during OC show Continued from Page 26 teriors and unique modifications. Judging starts at noon, with awards at 6 p.m. The top five Battle of the Beach vehicles will receive “Big Wave” awards and compete against each other for cash and the overall Best of Show award. All other cars will be judged within their class based on the registration. Event sponsor Sound FX out of Lewes, Delaware, will have its annual sale with up to 76 percent off automotive electronics including remote starters, head units, DVD players, speakers and sound system units. On Sunday, the Shoreline Showdown hosted by East Coast Minis will take over the convention center parking lot from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The car show is a family friendly event with numerous activities for children. A kid’s zone will include activities such as vehicle silhouettes for children to color in, free giveaways and photo opportunities.
“I’m proud of the Ocean City Car and Truck Show,” Hoffman said. “It’s my baby. It’s something I built over the years with friends and partners. I’ve kept it going all these years by keeping my focus on the car enthusiasts.” Car owners can still register their vehicles Saturday or Sunday morning before 10 a.m. Cars can arrive at the parking lot as early as 8 a.m. There is still plenty of spaces available, Hoffman said earlier this week. The Ocean City Car and Truck Show will take place rain or shine, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the 40th Street convention center. General admission tickets cost $20 for adults; $10 for children under 12 and seniors over 65 and will be available at the door. Children 7 and under get in free with an adult. Weekend passes can be purchased for $30. Visit www.occarshow.com for more information.
Current, former guards and public invited to compete Continued from Page 26 tenant in the 1980s. Using the buoy for the relay is symbolic for lifeguards and what they use to save lives. Several lifeguards have already signed up to participate in the event. This list includes beach patrol alumni, who may or may not have worked under Schoepf, as well as current lifeguards. Schoepf’s wife, Joan, passed away earlier this spring and this year’s swim will honor both Schoepfs. “Their daughter is having a bench dedication on the Boardwalk at Seventh Street to her mom and dad in front of the Majestic Hotel, which is the place where Capt. Schoepf was a guard on the beach,” Arbin said. “The Majestic Hotel is very important to my family,” Kerry Schoepf, daughter of George and Joan, said. “It’s where he started as a guard and she would go out and sit with him.” After the relay, the Majestic Hotel will provide refreshments – all favorites of the Schoepfs, including Thrashers French Fries, Fisher’s caramel popcorn, and King Tut fudge. Friends and family of the Schoepfs can sit around and share stories about the couple. “She didn’t want a memorial or funeral,” Schoepf said. “This is the best way to honor them being reunited again after 22 years of separation.” Arbin was very close friends with Schoepf and his wife, who helped his family during a time of need.
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“It wasn’t just someone I worked with,” Arbin said. “When my wife had breast cancer, his wife Joan had been through breast cancer so she spent time talking to my wife and helped her get set up with where she should go for treatment. She had a real part of my family’s life because of that.” Arbin will place a black band around the buoy, in honor of Joan. People interested in watching the relay can do so from any point on the beach. The beach will still be open for beachgoers to relax and swim. Anyone interested in participating in the relay can stop by the nearest lifeguard stand and ask about how to join. Or, contact the beach patrol headquarters at 410-289-7556, or visit www.ococean.com/ocbp. There is no cost to participate.
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The class of 2019 stands in recognition of the awards, scholarships and other accolades they received during the graduation ceremony for Stephen Decatur High School graduates at the convention center on 40th Street, Wednesday, May 29.
Stephen Decatur graduates 360 By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) Family, friends and loved ones showed roaring support for the 360 graduates of Stephen Decatur High School, Wednesday, May 29, at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center on 40th Street in Ocean City. This year’s graduating class was the largest the school has ever had. During the ceremony, there was a surprise video appearance by former Stephen Decatur High School Princi-
pal Thomas Zimmer, who transferred to Worcester Technical High School at the beginning of the year. He congratulating his former students through the big screen. This was also a special graduation for Stephen Decatur High School Principal Thomas Sites, who is wrapping up his first year as head of the school. “When I was first named a principal seven years ago, it was at Berlin Intermediate School and these students on stage were in sixth grade,”
Sites said. “It was great to get to know them them and it’s been a wonderful experience to see them mature and be ready to cross the stage and do great things in the world. “They’re your sons and daughters … but they are the sons and daughters of the community as well,” he continued. “They have been extremely generous with their time and their talents. They have made a difference in our school and in our community … I know the pride you must See STUDENTS Page 29
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Students receive over $11M in scholarships and grants Continued from Page 28 feel and I’ve felt it too both as a parent, and now as principal of Stephen Decatur High School. To the class of 2019, this evening is yours.” Special guests of the 65th Stephen Decatur graduation included Worcester County Public Schools Superintendent Louis Taylor, Board of Education President William Gordy, Chief Academic Officer and Vice Superintendent Dr. John Quinn, and several members of the board of education. History teacher and class of 1977 graduate, Laurie Chetelat, gave the address. “I am very proud to be a part of tonight’s celebration of this incredible achievement,” Taylor said. “I want to commend you, our class of 2019, for you reaching this milestone this evening. As each of you continue into your next chapter of life, whether it be at college, the armed forces, or embarking on a new career, you will carry the memory of this night with you as a reminder of what each of you can achieve.” Taylor also congratulated the graduation class for being part of a milestone as Worcester County Public Schools celebrates 150 years. The Worcester County Board of Education uses a three-tiered senior recognition program where each student receives a cumulative weighted GPA, which is calculated at the end of the third marking period in English, math, social studies, science, world languages and Advanced Placement courses. Class rank with valedictorian and salutatorian honors ended several years ago. Students who earned a 5.05 GPA or higher received Summa Cum Laude honors. Those receiving a 4.95.04 GPA earned Magna Cum Laude accolades and students earning a 4.84.89 GPA were presented Cum Laude distinction. All honorees stood for
recognition during the commencement ceremony. The 2019 graduates celebrated a successful academic and athletic year, earning multiple awards and achievements for their skills in the classroom and on the field. Some other awards were presented for law, economics, engineering, writing and art. The class of 2019 received $11,403,934 in scholarships and grants for four-year and two-year colleges and universities. They accepted $4,785,804. Of the 360 graduates, 175 students (49 percent) will enroll at a four-year college or university in the fall. Eighty-one (23 percent) plan to attend a two-year college, nine (3 percent) will study at a trade or technical school, 19 (5 percent) will enlist in the military, 16 (4 percent) plan to work in a field related to their study, and 60 (16 percent) will work outside their field of study. “You can’t change the direction of the wind but you can adjust the sails to always reach your destiny,” Class President Allison Jones said. “As we go forward, we must acknowledge that the wind would blow us and take our lives in many different directions. But keep in mind, we get to choose the perspective that we take. We have all been born with a purpose. We choose our perspective and we must persevere to find that final destination.” Jones, who will be furthering her education at Towson University in the fall, shared a story about perseverance with a famous example, the struggles and ultimate success of Walt Disney. “Class of 2019, I challenge you to find your purpose and choose your perspective and to persevere,” she continued. “Always remember you can’t change the direction of the wind, but you can adjust your sails to always reach your destination.”
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Servers Cameron Langeler, left, and Maya Ziashakeri pose for a photo as they work the kickoff party for the Ravens Beach Bash last Thursday evening at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street in Ocean City.
Maryland Zoo employees Amy Eleveth and Rick Wilson showcase ravens Rise and Conquer at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street in Ocean City. They traveled from Baltimore last Thursday evening for the kickoff party for the Ravens Beach Bash.
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Baltimore Ravens Playmakers, from left, Ciera Gallub, Shawna Melvin and Caroline Johnson, gather for a picture last Thursday during the Ravens Beach Bash at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street in Ocean City.
Baltimore Ravens marketing team members Jordan Johnson, left, Kim Ferguson and Topper Korb smile as they enjoy the Ravens Beach Bash they helped put together last Thursday evening at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street in Ocean City.
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Former Baltimore Ravens football players, from left, Mark Clayton, Willis McGahee, Qadry Ismail, and Edwin Mulitalo gather for a photo during the Ravens Beach Bash last Thursday evening at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street in Ocean City.
Baltimore Ravens’ cheerleaders, from left, Brianna W., Dan. R and Jennah M., show their spirit during the Ravens Beach Bash last Thursday evening at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street in Ocean City.
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Enjoying the festivities during the Ravens Bash at Coconuts Bar and Grille on 37th Street, Saturday, June 1, are John Hanyok and Andrianne Koteula of Baltimore. MORGAN PILZ/ OCEAN CITY TODAY
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It’s a beautiful day to be a Ravens fan during the Ravens Bash at Coconuts Bar and Grille on 37th Street, Saturday, June 1. Pictured, from left, are David Ehrlich, of Perry Hall, Maryland, Glenn Harris, of Baltimore, and Rob Harris of Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania.
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Seeing black and purple during the Ravens Bash at Coconuts Bar and Grille on 37th Street, Saturday, June 1, from left, are Lulu Lancelotta, of Baltimore, Stan Holowinski of Roulette, New York, Capt. “Dee-Fense” Wes Henson of Waldorf, Maryland, and Rocco Andrews, of Baltimore.
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Lenny’s Beach Bar and Grille is packed with Ravens fans at the 101st Street establishment, Saturday, June 1. Pictured, from left, are Director of Food and Beverages Phil Spinuzza, owner Kari Berger, bartender Shannon Southcomb and Miss Trudi Clubb, of Ocean City.
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Local bowlers bring home awards By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) After rolling mainly strikes, with only sparse spares sprinkled in, a contingency of youth pin hawks from Ocean Lanes on 72nd Street received multiple honors at the Maryland State United States Bowling Congress Association’s 55th annual Youth Awards Banquet last Saturday in Perry Hall. In total, the Ocean Lanes crew captured eight first-place titles during the youth state championship held on April 27-28 and May 4-5 at Greenway Bowl in Odenton. Bowling Coach Mark Smith, who recently took the reins from Ocean City Councilman Mark Paddack, was astonished as several star pupils, including Eric Rimel, Jasmine Luu and siblings Chloe and Thomas Paddack, won five youth state championships. Establishing family tradition, and squelching any sense of sibling rivalry, the Paddacks teamed up to capture a state championship title in the doubles event for the under 12 division. The “Ocean City Gold” under 12 team consisted of, in addition to the Paddacks, Bo and Ava Gehrig, both offspring of City Councilman John Gehrig. “We had a great group of successful youth 10-pin bowlers this season,” Mark Paddack said.
The Paddack siblings dominated throughout, combining for a total of seven first-place Maryland State Championship titles, with Luu tacking on an additional top-place finish in the under 20 double competition. Perhaps pining for a “king of the pins,” moniker, Thomas Paddack took the first-place state title for all events (single, double and team aggregate) in the under 12 division. Proud papa Mark Paddack said the bowling coup earned his son a custom embroidered jacket. “I went in to this state tournament with no expectations,” Paddack said. “My children shocked me as I kept my mouth shut [and] I learned something.” Not to be outdone, Rimel rocked the lanes in the under 20 division, capturing first place in singles, teaming with Luu for a first-place doubles finish and taking the first-place state title for all events
(single, double and team scores aggregate) in his division. “It was an outstanding performance [by] Eric for three state titles in 2019,” Paddack said. Potentially the current “king of the pins,” in 2018 the Maryland State United States Bowling Congress Association honored Rimel, an Ocean City native, with a “Youth Stars of Tomorrow” award for meritorious service. Presently enrolled at Wor-Wic Community College pursuing a nursing degree, Rimel, who also attended Stephen Decatur and Worcester Technical High School, began a ten-pin fascination in 2004 at the tender age of 5. Rimel quickly gained an appreciation for the concepts and lane courtesy involved with bowling and was honored in 2006 with a Sportsmanship Award. Rimel began volunteering, and evenSee OC Page 33
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Chloe and Thomas Paddack, and Eric Rimel, center, display the trophies they received last Saturday during an awards banquet in Parry Hall for the Maryland State United States Bowling Congress Association’s 2019 youth championship.
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OC crew wins 8 first-place titles Continued from Page 32 tually coaching, with the Peewee bowling league in ninth grade while completing a brief community service project for government class. Over the next four years, Rimel continued volunteering with the Peewee league and began coaching youths by the age of 15. After turning 18, Rimel signed on as a volunteer with the Lower Shore United States Bowling Congress. Rimel, who recently began lacing up his bowling shoes to compete in Pro-Am events, was doubly honored in 2018 as his best friend and “bowling sister,” Kathryn Koontz, who began plowing pins at Ocean Lanes in 2009, also received a “Youth Stars of Tomorrow,” award.
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www.carouselhotel.com June 7: Troy Hanna, 4-8 p.m. June 8: Pearl, 4-8 p.m. June 9: Dave Sherman, 4-8 p.m. June 11: Frank Moran, 4-8 p.m. June 12: Jack Worthington, 4-8 p.m. June 13: Randy Jamz, 4-8 p.m. COCONUTS BEACH BAR AND GRILL In the Castle in the Sand Hotel 37th Street oceanfront Ocean City 410-289-6846 www.castleinthesand.com June 7: Darin Engh, noon to 4 p.m.; Monkee Paw, 5-9 p.m. June 8: The Everafter, noon to 4 p.m.; Stratus Fear, 5-9 p.m. June 9: Copper Sky, noon to 3 p.m.; Old School, 4-8 p.m. June 10: Nate Clendenen, noon to 3 p.m.; Bob Wilkinson, & Joe Smooth, 4-8 p.m. June 11: Chino Rankin, noon to 3 p.m.; Aaron Howell Duo, 4-8 p.m. June 12: Chris Thomas Solo, noon to 3 p.m.; Funk Shue, 4-8 p.m. June 13: Shortcut Sunny, noon to 3 p.m.; Kevin Poole, Joe Mama & Chris Thomas, 4-8 p.m. DUFFY’S TAVERN 130th Street in the Montego Bay Shopping Center 410-250-1449 www.duffysoc.com Every Friday: Bob Hughes, 5-8 p.m. Every Saturday: Karaoke w/DJ Chuck D, 8 p.m. to midnight June 8: Phil Knight, 2-6 p.m. HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 S. Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-1846 www.ocharborside.com June 7: DJ Billy T, 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. June 8: Chris Button, 2 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. June 9: Opposite Directions, 2-6 p.m. June 10: Blake Haley, 4 p.m.; DJ Billy T, 8 p.m. June 11: Dust N’ Bones, 6 p.m. June 12: Dock Party w/DJ Billy T, 4 p.m. June 13: Opposite Directions, 6 p.m. HOOTERS 12513 Ocean Gateway West Ocean City 410-213-1841 www.hootersofoc.com June 7: DJ BK, 4-8 p.m. June 9: Classic Vibe, 4-8 p.m.
311 Talbot St. Ocean City 410-289-9125 www.mrducksbar.com June 7: Landmark, 5 p.m. June 8: Monkee Paw, 5 p.m. June 9: Muskrat Lightning, 5 p.m. June 12: DJ Batman, 5 p.m. NORI 11403 Coastal Hwy. (Gold Coast Mall) Ocean City 443-880-6258 www.norioc.com June 10: Tom Lapointe, 6-9 p.m. OCEAN 13 13th Street on the boardwalk Ocean City www.Ocean13ocmd.com June 8: Apple & Brit, piano lounge, 6:30 p.m. Every Sunday: DJ Jeremy, tiki bar, 8 p.m. OCEAN CLUB NIGHTCLUB In the Horizons Restaurant In the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel 101st Street and the ocean Ocean City 410-524-3535 www.clarionoc.com Every Friday and Saturday: DJ Dusty, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. June 7-8: New Censation, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Lenny’s Deck Bar June 7-9: On the Edge, 4-9 p.m. June 10: First Class, 4-9 p.m. June 11: First Class, 5-10 p.m. June 12: First Class, 4-9 p.m. June 13-16: First Class, 5-10 p.m. OCEAN PINES YACHT CLUB 1 Mumford’s Landing Road Ocean Pines 410-641-7501 www.oceanpines.org June 7: First Class, 6-10 p.m. June 8: Over Time, 6-10 p.m. June 9: Great Train Robbery, 6-10 p.m.
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TRADER LEE’S LIVE 9935 Stephen Decatur Highway West Ocean City 443-614-4119 June 8: TBA June 9: Sunday Jam Sess, 7 p.m. June 12: Open Mic Night, 7 p.m. WHISKER’S BAR & GRILL 11070 Cathell Road, Suite 17 Pines Plaza, Ocean Pines 410-208-3922 www.whiskersbar.com June 7: Karaoke w/Donnie Berkey
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National Park Service’s May AI horse population census (June 7, 2019) The National Park Service has completed its May 2019 population census of the wild horses on Assateague Island. The total population of the Maryland herd is currently at 76 horses, including 21 stallions and 55 mares. There was one birth documented during the census (chestnut filly N2BHS-AR), and one death as a result of a natural event. The 31-year-old sorrel mare N6BM sustained a broken hind leg during a fight with another horse. A visitor had observed the fight about six miles south on the OSV and reported the event, allowing the mare to be humanely euthanized without delay. The National Park Service completes
a full census of the horse population in Maryland six times per year, in February, March, May, July, September and November. Managed as a wildlife population, the Assateague horses are free to roam over approximately 27 miles of the barrier island and can be difficult to find at times. During each census, horses are identified by their distinguishing characteristics, mapped and counted. Individual horses that are not observed during multiple census periods are presumed dead. The purpose of the census is to monitor the overall population dynamics of the horse herd in support of the long term fertility control program that was initiated in 1994.
Continued from Page 33 good quality extra-virgin olive oil fresh herbs for a garnish freshly ground black pepper to taste 1. Fill a pot with one-half vegetable stock and one-half water. The water should cover the octopuses by at least 2inches. 2. Add red wine, octopus, bay leaves, thyme, peppercorns, red pepper flakes, salt, garlic, onion, celery and 1 lemon (cut in half) into the vegetable stock mixture. Reduce heat to a low simmer, cover and cook until octopus is tender, approximately 60 to 90 minutes. Remove lid and allow octopus to cool in the liquid, drain and pat dry.
3. Prepare a grill. It should be hot and the rack should be no further than 4inches from the source of heat. Grill the octopus whole or cut it into larger serving pieces. 4. Grill it quickly so the outside browns before the inside dries out. 5. Just before serving, brush the octopus with olive oil, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a dusting of kosher salt. Serve with a side of chipotle honey lime vinaigrette (optional) and garnish with fresh herbs. Secret Ingredient – Taking a Chance. “Don’t be afraid to give up the good for the great.” – John D. Rockefeller
The National Park Service has completed its May 2019 population census of the wild horses on Assateague Island. N9BFV “Chica Linda,” left, and N9BO-A “Sienna Belle” are pictured in May.
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RAVENS PARADE (Left) Ocean City Police Department Officer Ronnie Townsend greets a pair of potential young recruits, 16-month old Bradley Coble from Pasadena and Jacob Utz, 2, from Pittsville, who were bringing up the rear for Ravens Roost #65 of Pasadena during the annual Ravens Parade in Ocean City last Saturday. (Right) Former NFL guard Edwin Mulitalo signs a youngsters shirt.
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SHIRT DESIGNERS PERFORMANCE Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School students in grades five through eight gave two public performances of the Disney classic, “The Lion King Jr.”, April 5-6, and again on April 8 for the school community.
Severna Park residents, Elisabeth Eufemia, left, and Marina Karides, visit Ocean City during “Senior Week” last Saturday morning and tie-dye shirts as part of Play it Safe 2019 at the Art League of Ocean City on 94th Street.
CONTEST WINNERS The Knights of Columbus Bishop Burke Council recently sponsored its annual Catholic Citizenship Essay Contest for Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School eighth grade students. The topic for the essay was “How does my family show our Catholic faith in action?” Mia Diehl won first place, Julia Carlson, second place and Sandra Pawlowska, third place. Pictured, from left, are Robert Oliver of the Ocean City Knights of Columbus Post #9053, Pawlowska, Carlson, Diehl and Rich Glorioso, also of the Knights organization.
NEW MEMBERS The Worcester County Commission for Women recently welcomed three new members. Pictured, from left, are Kim List of Ocean City, Beth Rodier from Bishopville, and Laura Morrison of Pocomoke City.
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OCBP urges grads to ‘Play it Safe’ By Kristin Joson Contributing Writer (June 7, 2019) It might come as a surprise to learn that one of the most important skills a lifeguard uses is the scan. It is a skill they are taught, practice and use all day long. It literally becomes a part of who they are. I have heard many guards say they can’t go on a beach even on a day off without scanning. The guards are constantly scanning their area and the water in front of them for signs of danger. It includes a 360-degree area around their stand not only in the front, but also in the back to the dune line. This is the time of the year when trouble could be lurking behind their stands. It’s what some endearingly refer to as the “June Bugs.” The trek to Ocean City to enjoy their new-found freedom is a tradition thousands of graduates participate in each year. I did it as a high school graduate and my children did it as well. We survived. The typical graduates are full of confidence and feel immune to any dangers. They sometimes allow the excitement of the atmosphere to impede their judgment just enough to get them into trouble. When we get a warm sunny day, the water temperatures are inviting. If you add a town full of celebrating graduates to the mix, the lifeguards have their work cut out for them. At no other time of year do we see more teenagers chase each other down the beach and into the ocean only to end up diving into shallow water. The more experienced among them dive shallow and usually do not suffer any consequences of this risky behavior. The less fortunate will spend the rest of their vacation trying to explain the scabs on their forehead and nose. The really unfortunate will not be able to run or dive, ever again.
While beach patrol members respond to spinal injuries every year, none are more tragic than those that occur when young people are injured from diving into shallow water. It is not their age so much, but the fact that these injuries are so preventable that makes them particularly tragic. Beach patrol “Rule Number One” is: “Keep your feet in the sand until the lifeguard’s in the stand.” Rule Number Two is: “Check the water depth with your feet, not your head.” Our ocean water is not as clear as pool water and we don’t have the depth printed along the edge in big black numbers like it is at the local swim club. While lifeguards try to stop accidents before they happen, even whistle blasts sometimes don’t catch the attention of those who are horsing around and chasing each other. Surf rescue technicians are often left cringing in their stands, hoping that those who just dove into the footdeep water will pop up unscathed. This is usually followed by what we call an impromptu beach safety presentation (EDU – the semaphore abbreviation for education) as the closest lifeguard explains the dangers of their actions. While 40 percent of spinal injuries occurring in the surf are caused by people diving into shallow water, the majority result from body surfers and body boarders riding waves that are breaking too close to shore. We encourage people to keep their arms stretched out in front of them when body surfing, and to avoid riding waves that are breaking close to the sandbar or beach. We hope that everyone who visits our beach will enjoy many happy, healthy returns. The Ocean City Beach Patrol has worked with trauma doctors to develop a specialized technique to manage suspected head, neck and back injuries. Although every surf rescue techni-
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cian is trained and skilled in the use of these techniques, it is far better for our beach patrons to have injuries prevented rather than treated. Taking responsibility for your own actions and spreading the caution about spinal cord injuries is the greatest form of prevention we have. Many people do not realize that wet sand is just as unyielding as concrete and that it is the bones of the spinal column that cause the damage and possible paralysis that results from the impact of your head, neck or back with the beach. Most people would never think of attempting a flip in the middle of a parking lot for fear of striking the ground. However, many of these same individuals will attempt these aerial
maneuvers on the beach or into a few inches of ocean water, with the all too often result, of witnessing our spinal injury management technique first hand. Please, use your head to protect your spine and think before diving or riding breaking waves into the beach. Have fun but remain safe! An additional factor that has a major influence on risky behavior both on the beach and throughout Ocean City is the addition of alcohol to celebrating teenagers. Not only is this an illegal activity that could follow someone for many years, but it is also a contributing factor for most of the risky and poor behavior exhibited by a small minority of these youthful visitors each season. These recent graduates have worked there entire school careers to achieve this new found freedom, and we do not want that freedom to end in Ocean City. Graduates, remember to have fun but please, “Play it Safe!”
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First Friday opening reception at OC art ctr. (June 7, 2019) The public is invited to the free First Friday opening reception at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street, June 7 from 5-7 p.m., with complimentary hors d’oeuvres. Artists from the Colored Pencil Society of America fill the Thaler Gallery in June. Thirty-three drawings from 17 members of the Metro Washington Chapter that covers Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. will exhibit their best work, showing the potential and different techniques of colored pencil as an artform. During the First Friday reception, on display will be artwork from the Lower Shore Addiction Awareness Visual Arts Competition, the exclusive showing of this work in Worcester County, presented by the United
Way. An annual event, the competition is open to middle and high school students in Worcester, Dorchester, Somerset, and Wicomico counties. The competition is an opportunity for Lower Shore students to explore the theme of addiction awareness, exercise their creativity, and have their art displayed to the wider community. Cash prizes will be awarded to the winners. The Clay Guild of the Eastern Shore occupies Studio E in June in conjunction with the Clay-a-Palooza event at the Arts Center on June 2223. First Friday goers will see a preview of the event where they can watch clay artists in action and participate in free activities. The Guild of the Eastern Shore was founded in 2005 and serves clay
artists on the southern part of the Eastern Shore. A photography group show, juried by Don Lehman, will hang all month in the Galleria. Eight local students who won $1,000 college scholarships from the charitable endowment established by the Art League and the Katherine Ellen Brown Fund administered by the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore will also be honored during the First Friday event. Ellen Lawler of Salisbury is the Spotlight Artist for June. A resident of the Eastern Shore for 30 years, Lawler frequents the shore’s diverse habitats to make field sketches and take photos for her watercolor paintings. She strives to capture the essence of the subject and present it to the
viewer in an engaging way. Bonnie Preziosi of Berlin is June’s artisan. A graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art, she makes jewelry and free-form crochet inspired by nature and incorporated into her work in an organic presentation. All shows will be on display at the Arts Center until June 29. More information is available at www.artleagueofoceancity.org or by calling 410-524-9433. The Art League of Ocean City is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing the visual arts to the community through education, exhibits, scholarship, programs and community art projects. Financial support comes primarily through membership dues from individuals and corporate sponsors. Funding for exhibits is also provided by the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, the Worcester County Arts Council, Maryland State Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts, organizations dedicated to cultivating a vibrant cultural community where the arts thrive.
Art League of OC to sponsor bus trip to Glenstone Museum (June 7, 2019) The Art League of Ocean City is sponsoring a bus trip to the new Glenstone Museum in Potomac, Maryland, on Thursday, June 27, and the public is invited. The bus will depart the Lowe’s parking lot on Route 1 in Lewes at 8:15 a.m. and make another pickup at the Ocean City Center for the Arts, 94th Street, bayside, at 9 a.m. The bus will arrive back on the Eastern Shore at approximately 7:30 p.m. Glenstone is a new contemporary art museum and sculpture garden located on 230 acres, a place that seamlessly integrates art, architecture and landscape into a serene and contemplative environment. The cost of the trip is $70 per person and includes the bus, entrance to the museum, plus water and snacks. Lunch is available at the museum cafe. Outside food and drink are not permitted. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Prior to the bus trip, on Tuesday, June 11 at 7 p.m. at the Arts Center, Art League fellow Brooke Rogers will give a pre-tour lecture about the Glenstone collection. “My lecture will offer background information on major artists in the collection,” Rogers said. “Preparing for a visit to view sometimes-cryptic modern and contemporary art can really enhance the See GLENSTONE Page 40
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Glenstone Museum trip June 27
EMOND RECOGNIZED The Worcester County Commissioners, with Stephen Decatur High school Principal Thomas Sites, front, left, commend Isabell "Izzy" Emond for serving as Worcester County's Page to the 2019 Maryland General Assembly. Emond has proven herself to be an outstanding leader who has been active in the Youth IN Government Model government program, testified on behalf of the Maryland Coastal Bays in the Maryland Senate, and founded a youth civic action club.
Continued from Page 38 experience.” Rogers will also accompany the group on the bus trip to provide insights into the art. “This is a rare opportunity for art lovers on the Eastern Shore to visit Glenstone, as the new museum is one of the hottest destinations in the DC area after being featured on CBS Sunday Morning,” Rogers said. “Tickets are very difficult to get. The beautiful thing about limiting the number of tickets each day is that the spacious galleries and outdoor sculpture grounds are never overcrowded.” Rogers believes the founders of Glen-
stone ensured a quiet, thoughtful environment for taking in the beauty of the art and the nature on display. “We envision Glenstone not only as a place, but a state of mind created by the energy of architecture, the power of art, and the restorative qualities of nature,” said founders Emily and Mitch Rales. “At the core of the museum is a collection of post-World War II art, a very personal project driven by the pursuit of iconic works that have changed the way we think about the art of our time.” More information is available at www.artleagueofoceancity.org or by calling 410-524-9433.
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DONATION Cedar Chapel Special School Principal Belinda Gulyas receives a $500 donation from Ocean City Lions Club President Norm Cathell.
JENKINS HONORED The Worcester County Commissioners present a commendation to Charles “Buddy” Jenkins, an exemplary citizen engaged in ongoing service to the community, for being selected as the Lower Shore Land Trust’s 2019 Stephen N. Parker Conservation Legacy Award recipient for his contributions to private land conservation on the Lower Eastern Shore during their April 16 meeting.
WPS PLAY Worcester Preparatory School students in grades 6-8 recently performed the musical, “The Magical Land of Oz,” by Tim Kelly in the Athletic and Performing Arts Center. It was directed by WPS Middle School teachers Linda Smith and Lindsey MacWha. Playing poppies were Lilly Doran, Bella Marinelli, Danielle Carr and Jayden Scopp.
EMOND RECOGNIZED The Worcester County Commissioners, with Stephen Decatur High school Principal Thomas Sites, front, left, commend Isabell “Izzy” Emond for serving as Worcester County’s Page to the 2019 Maryland General Assembly. Emond has proven herself to be an outstanding leader who has been active in the Youth IN Government Model government program, testified on behalf of the Maryland Coastal Bays in the Maryland Senate, and founded a youth civic action club.
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KIWANIS KEY CLUB Kiwanis Key Club at Stephen Decatur High School hosted its parent sponsoring club, the Kiwanis Club of Ocean Pines-Ocean City on April 17. Pictured, from left, are Kiwanis Club President Dick Clagett; Kiwanis Club Advisor to the SDHS Key Club Roy Foreman; SDHS Key Club officers, Historian Kayla Scherlag, Treasurer Gabrielle Izzett, Secretary Lydia Woodley, Vice President Richard Poist and President Zehra Mirza; and SDHS Teacher Advisors to the Key Club Stella Malone and Sabra McIntosh. Mirza is also the Lt. Governor for the Key Club Eastern Shore Division.
Brynlee Waters, a second grader in Kristie Fogle’s class at Ocean City Elementary School, was recognized at Salisbury University for her creative short story entitled, “The Land of the Pizza.” She was not only recognized as a first-place local winner, but she was also nominated as a state finalist and recently attended a reception in Hunt Valley, Maryland in celebration of this honor.
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South end to 28th Street ■ 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 410-524 3100, www.coinspub.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Casual dining atmosphere for families. Crab cakes, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood. Everything home-made. Happy hour 3-6 p.m. and early bird 4-6 p.m. Daily specials. ■ THE CORAL REEF CAFE / HEMINGWAY'S RESTAURANT 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612, www.ocsuites.com/dining $-$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Four-story atrium cafe and an elegant dining room, Floridian/island-style cuisine, fresh seafood, fresh cuts of meat, farm-to-table produce, artisanal desserts, hearty sandwiches and much more. ■ COWBOY COAST COUNTRY SALOON AND STEAKHOUSE 17th Street, Ocean City 410-289-6331, www.cowboycoastoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Hand cut steaks, beer can chicken and fresh seafood. We even pickle our own pickles for the best fried pickles you’ve ever had. Kids ride for free on OC’s only mechanical bull. Nightly drink specials, live music and national concert acts. ■ FISHTALES BAR & GRILL 21st Street and the Bay, Ocean City 410-2890990, www.ocfishtales.com $-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar FishTales 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. ■ HARBOR WATCH 806 S. Atlantic Ave., Inlet, Ocean City 410-2895121, www.harborwatchrestaurant.com $$-$$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Bringing Ocean City the freshest seafood, an award-winning Raw Bar along with certified Angus Beef. Great view of the Ocean City Inlet and Assateague Island. Call for Banquet information. Hours are Friday and Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. ■ HOOTERS 5th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410289-2690, www.hootersofoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Traditional or boneless wings, burgers, quesadillas, tacos and healthy salads. Seafood selections with Alaskan snow crab legs and Maryland steam pots. Pet friendly oceanfront patio. ■ MARINA DECK 306 Dorchester St., Ocean City 410-289-4411, www.marinadeckrestaurant.com $-$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Check out our all-you-can-eat menu: steamed shrimp, BBQ ribs, and blue crabs and crab legs. 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 breathtaking 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 410-289-2525, www.oceancityhilton.com/dining $$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Western Caribbean cuisine, Eastern Shore favorites, extensive wine list and gourmet desserts. ■ BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street, Ocean City 410-524-7575, www.bjsonthewater.com $-$$ | 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. ■ COCONUTS BEACH BAR AND GRILL Castle in the Sand Hotel, 37th St & the Beach, Ocean City 800-552-7263, www.castleinthesand.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Beachfront open-air dining in a tropical setting. Serving grilled sandwiches, specialty salads, appetizers, wraps, tacos and frozen drinks, beer and wine. Live entertainment. Happy Hour daily, 5-6 p.m., 2-for-1 drink specials. Waitress service on the beach Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Coconuts is open daily 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., weather permitting. ■ DRY 85 OC 12 48th Street, Ocean City 443-664-8989, www.DRY85.com $$ | 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 $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Known for all-you-can-eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs. ■ JOHNNY’S PIZZA PUB 56th Street, Ocean City 410-723-5600, www.johnnyspizzapub.com $ | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Featuring homemade pizzas, 18 gourmet pizzas, a variety of calzones, subs, burgers, sandwiches and jumbo wings with 20 different sauces. Carry out, delivery or dine in. ■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ 67th Street Town Center, Ocean City 443-6645639, www.longboardcafe.net $$ | 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. ■ MARLIN MOON 3301 Atlantic Ave., in the DoubleTree Ocean City 410-280-1201, www.marlinmoonocmd.com $$ | Full bar Featuring Executive Chef Gary Beach. Fresh cuisine featuring locally sourced seafood, steaks and vegetables. Small plate appetizers, fresh salads. Local craft beers and cocktails. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. ■ RED RED WINE BAR OC 12 48th Street, Ocean City 443-664-6801, www.RedRedWineBar.com $$ | 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. ■ SANIBELS, OCEANSIDE 32 (in the LaQuinta Hotel) 32nd Street, Ocean City 410-213-7278, www.sanibelsoceanside32.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Happy hour daily, 3-6 p.m. Chefs Tracy and Darius serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Featuring seafood, steaks, duck, lamb, crab cakes, rockfish, tuna and more. Homemade ice cream and beignets. Open 7 days. Eat in or carry out. ■ SEACRETS 49th Street, Ocean City 410-524-4900, www.seacrets.com $$ | 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 $-$$ | Reservations | Full bar Lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Happy hour, 36 p.m. with food and drink specials. ■ THREE ANCHORS 7805 Coastal Highway Unit B, Ocean City 410524-8930, info@threeanchorsoc.com $-$$ | Full bar Serving up unique coastal cuisines and spirits. Enjoy local beer selections at both the upstairs and downstairs bars or grab a table on the second floor deck for the clam strips casino and a swordfish burger, both local favorites. Open for brunch and lunch weekends and daily for dinner. Happy hour 4-6 p.m., Monday-Friday at the bar. Smoothie and ice cream shack open daily at 10 a.m.
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91st to 146th streets ■ ALBERTINO’S BRICK OVEN EATERY 13117 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-2502000, www.albertinosoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Lunch and dinner daily. Open Monday through Thursday, 4 p.m. and Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m. Homemade pizza and pasta, seafood, steaks. Daily specials and happy hour. ■ BEACH BARRELS 13207 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-2500522, www.beachbarrels.com $ | Full bar Happy hour Monday through Friday, 3-6 p.m. Live entertainment Wednesday through Saturday. Featuring primo hoagie menu where premium ingredients are fresh, nothing is pre-cut. Open 7 days, 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. ■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR 94th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3983, www.bluefishocmd.com $-$$ | 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 443664-2896, 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 410-2503337, 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. ■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE 128th Street, Ocean City 410-289-2581, higginscrabhouse.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Known for all-you-can-eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs. ■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535, www.clarionoc.com $-$$ | 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. ■ MY THAI OC 13727 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-2509918, mythaioc.webs.com $-$$ | Beer, wine Authentic Thai food, full vegan menu and vegetarian options including curry, rice and noodle dishes. Homemade appetizers, soups and sauces. Seafood, meat, vegetable and tofu. Desserts, beer and wine. Dine in or takeout. Lunch specials daily, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
■ Nori 11403 Coastal Highway (Gold Coast Mall), Ocean City443-880-6258 $$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open 7 days serving lunch and dinner. Our creative menu features hand-cut steaks, grilled fish, crab cakes, sushi and sashimi. Dine-in or carryout. ■ REEF 118 118th Street, in the Carousel Oceanfront Hotel and Condos, Ocean City 410-524-1000, www.carouselhotel.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open seven days a week. Oceanfront dining in a casual atmosphere. Serving breakfast from 7-11 a.m., featuring a breakfast buffet or special order from the regular menu. Dinner served from 4-9 p.m., seafood, ribs, steaks, pasta and prime rib. Join us for family theme night dinners. ■ WHISKERS PUB 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-5242609, www.whiskerspub.com $ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Certified Angus®burgers and casual fare. Call for hours.
DELAWARE ■ FOX’S PIZZA DEN 31225 American Parkway, Selbyville, Del. 302436-FOXS, www.foxspizzade.com $-$$ | 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.
WEST OCEAN CITY ■ ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717, www.ocitalianfood.com $-$$ | Reservations Accepted | Full bar Serving homemade Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and pasta. Elegant dining room. Early bird specials every day from 5-6 p.m. ■ HARBORSIDE BAR AND GRILL 128741 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410213-1846, weocharborside.com $-$$$ | 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 $-$$ | Kids’ menu and game room | Full bar New smoked wings with half the calories. Traditional wings, burgers, quesadillas, tacos and healthy salads. Seafood selections with raw bar and crab legs. Sports packages and live entertainment. Large parties welcome. ■ POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN Route 50, West Ocean City 443-664-2105 $ | Kids’ menu Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, year-round. Every Monday and Tuesday, two-piece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo.
OCEAN PINES ■ OCEAN PINES YACHT CLUB 1 Mumford Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410-6417222, www.OPyachtclub.com $$-$$$ | Full bar Amid a bay front setting, the Ocean Pines Yacht Club offers dining selections for lunch and dinner. Fresh seafood and signature drinks. Open Thursday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. ■ TERN GRILLE 100 Clubhouse Drive, Ocean Pines 410-6417222, oceanpinesgolf.org/dining $$ | Full bar The Tern Grille serves freshly-prepared breakfast and lunch items. Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, weather permitting.
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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Fri., June 7 FIBER FRIENDS Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:00 AM. Knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, etc. are welcomed. Bring your lap work and join this informal get-together. Victoria Christie-Healy, moonlightknitting@gmail.com, 703-507-0708, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
VA MOVIE ‘PAPER TOWNS’ (2015) Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 2:00 PM. This program is for kids ages 13-18 years and their families only. Free tickets are available at the circulation desk. http://www.worceterlibrary.org
MAKO MANIA Bahia Marina, 2107 Herring Way, 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM. A mako shark tournament with added entry levels for bluefish and thresher shark. The tournament is unique in that boats of all sizes can compete. Daily weigh-ins from 3:307:30 p.m. 410-289-7438, https://www.bahiamarina.com
PM. Featuring The ShoreMixx Band playing tunes from the bay to the beach. A $5 donation is requested. The public is welcome.
Sat., June 8 FENWICK ISLAND LIONS CLUB PANCAKE BREAKFAST Harpoon Hanna’s Restaurant , 39064 Harpoon Road, 7:00 AM - 10:30 AM. The Fenwick Island Lions Club is holding their “all you care to eat” pancakes, eggs, bacon & sausage breakfast. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 3-12 years. Proceeds benefit high school scholarships, Camp Barnes cabin upgrades, vision screening of preschool and kindergarten children, and other community services. Dennis Sipe, dsipe50@mediacombb.net, 240-3441756
FREE FAMILY FISHING DAY Ocean Pines Big Pond, 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Lunch provided and prizes at 11 a.m. Bring your own pole, bait and tackle. No license needed. Register by June 5. Sign up at Sunrise.cc under Connect. JC Wimbrow, 410-726-1960
FIRST FRIDAY OPENING RECEPTION Art League of Ocean City Ocean City, 502 94th street bayside, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Meet the artists, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and see the new exhibits featuring a variety of local artists. Complimentary refreshments will be served and admission is free. Art League of Ocean City Ocean City, megan@artleagueofoceancity.org, 4105249433, https://artleagueofoceancity.org/
SAND DUELS BEACH SOCCER CHALLENGE
YOUTH MOVIE NIGHT
Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Create themed crafts using materials provided by the library. For all ages. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
Makemie Memorial, 103 W. Market St., 5:00 PM. Free showing of SpiderMan Into the Spider-Verse.
Ocean City beach between Wicomico and N. Division streets, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. A 5-on-5 soccer tournament for youth aged 8 through 18 and adults with divisions based on ages, gender and ability. Featuring U8-U13 play on Saturday. http://www.ocbeachsoccer.com
CRAFTY SATURDAY MAKE & TAKE ‘ZOO ANIMALS’
OC SURF FEST KICK OFF PARTY Barn 34, 3400 Coastal Hwy., 6:00 PM. OC Surf Fest is Ocean City Surf Club’s biggest event of the year. 443-366-5885, https://ocsurfclub.org
DEMOCRATIC CENTRAL COMMITTEE MONTHLY MEETING Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Interested persons are encouraged to attend. 410-213-1956
Lizard Hill Restoration Site, 10:00 AM 1:00 PM. Volunteers will walk throughout the property with Maryland Coastal Bays Program staff to search and ID local animals and habitats. There will also be hands-on educational stations about the freshwater fish and macro invertebrates found on site. Lunch will be provided after the event. Long pants, old shoes or boots, sunscreen and bug spray encouraged. Free and open to the public. RSVP: Meg Buonpane, mbuonpane@mdcoastalbays.org or 410213-2297, Ext. 107.
Sunday. http://www.ocbeachsoccer.com
OC CAR & TRUCK SHOW
OC SURF FEST
Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. The show promises an outdoor and indoor venue filled with the hottest custom, tuned and supped up cars from across America. Featuring a custom truck and motorcycle area along with live entertainment, a kid zone and vendor alley. 443-366-5944, https://occarshow.com
Ocean City beach at 37th Street, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Sunday is the professional longboard event, Walk do Plank Pro contest. Free admission to watch. 443-366-5885, https://ocsurfclub.org
DADS AND DONUTS Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 AM. Children can bring their Dad, uncle or grandpa for this special Father’s Day story time. Enjoy stories, donuts and crafts. Mommies, Aunties and Grandmas also welcome. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
MAKO MANIA Bahia Marina, 2107 Herring Way, 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM. A mako shark tournament with added entry levels for bluefish and thresher shark. The tournament is unique in that boats of all sizes can compete. Daily weigh-ins from 3:307:30 p.m. 410-289-7438, https://www.bahiamarina.com
OC SURF FEST Ocean City beach at 37th Street, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Saturday will be filled with teams from all over the United States going head to head. Free admission to watch. 443-366-5885, https://ocsurfclub.org
LIVE MUSIC FUNDRAISER American Legion Berlin Post #123, 10111 Old Ocean City Blvd., 7:00 PM - 11:00
SECOND SERIES OF ‘DISCOVER YOUR WATERSHED’ PROGRAM
Pitts Street and Main Street, Pitts Street and Main Street, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Featuring more than 20 vendors including fresh fruits and veggies, baked goods, seafood, poultry, farm fresh eggs, organic goods, wood working, beauty products and more. Also enjoy free crafts for kids, a variety of tutorials, a petting zoo and music provided by The String Beanz. Ivy Wells and Allison Early, 410-973-2051
OC CAR & TRUCK SHOW Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. The show promises an outdoor and indoor venue filled with the hottest custom, tuned and supped up cars from across America. Featuring a custom truck and motorcycle area along with live entertainment, a kid zone and vendor alley. 443-366-5944, https://occarshow.com
CAPTAIN SCHOEPF RELAY Ocean City beach at 7th Street, 10:00 AM. Beach relay honoring contributions of Capt. Schoepf and the sacrifices of all past and present Ocean City Beach Patrol. KJoson@oceancitymd.gov, 410289-7556, https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/emergency-services/beach-patrol/
MAKO MANIA SPAGHETTI DINNER Whaleyville United Methodist Church, 11716 Sheppards Crossing Road, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM. All-you-can-eat spaghetti with homemade meat sauce, salad, bread, dessert and beverage. Cost is $9 for adults, $5 for children 5-10 years and free to those 4 years and younger.
FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET Saturdays - White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Featuring live music, chef demos, children’s activities and other special events. Shop for everything from fresh local produce to unique handmade artisan goods. Open to the public.
BINGO WITH THE KNIGHTS Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 6:30 PM. Doors open at 5 p.m.; bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. Paying out more than $1,000 each week including the $1,000 big jackpot game. 410-524-7994
BERLIN FARMERS MARKET
Sun., June 9 SAND DUELS BEACH SOCCER CHALLENGE Ocean City beach between Wicomico and N. Division streets, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. A 5-on-5 soccer tournament for youth aged 8 through 18 and adults with divisions based on ages, gender and ability. Featuring U14-Adult play on
Bahia Marina, 2107 Herring Way, 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM. A mako shark tournament with added entry levels for bluefish and thresher shark. The tournament is unique in that boats of all sizes can compete. Daily weigh-ins from 3:307:30 p.m. 410-289-7438, https://www.bahiamarina.com
Mon., June 10 FRIENDS OF THE OCEAN PINES LIBRARY SEMI-ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road. Coffee and donuts beginning at 9:30 a.m., with the meeting to follow. Agenda items include recent projects undertaken by the Friends, the Treasurer’s report and a 2019 Book Sale update. All are invited. Following the meeting, there will be a trivia contest.
HOMESCHOOL BOOKCLUB Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 1:30 PM. Homeschoolers, ages 8-12 years, are invited to join this monthly
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book club. Call or go to library to reserve a copy of the book. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Learn to code using Scratch, Sphere BB8 robots and Cubetto. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
THE MOBILE MENTOR Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 2:00 PM. Providing one-on-one assistance for those who want to make the most of their tablet or mobile device. Explore digital library resources such as books, magazines, audiobooks, music, movies and TV. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
MONDAY MOVIE MATINEE ‘A STAR IS BORN (1976) Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:00 PM. Join this group every Monday during the summer for an afternoon at the movies. Light refreshments provided. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM. TOPS is a weekly support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. Berlin group No. 169. Rose Campion, 410-6410157
MEDICAL MONDAY Worcester Youth and Family, Ray Room, 124 N. Main St., 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM. Free, educational session featuring Healthy Eating for Stroke Prevention with Katie Busacca, MS, RD, LDN, Registered Dietitian with Atlantic General Hospital. Reservations are requested but not required. Michelle, 410-641-9268, http://www.atlanticgeneral.org/MedicalMonday
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP Gull Creek Senior Living, 1 Meadow St., 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM. Group provides discussions and mutual support, as well as education on exercise, nutrition, coping techniques, medications and developments in treatment. Kay Kinnikin, 410641-4765, http://www.delmarvaparkinsonsalliance.org
SEAFOOD WITH THE KNIGHTS Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Evening of steamed crabs and seafood entries. To enjoy steamed crabs or shrimp, you must pre-order by calling 410-524-7994 on Monday or Tuesday between 9 a.m. and noon. There will also be a cash bar.
NAMI LOWER SHORE FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM. Free, monthly program offers shared wisdom and problem solving for family members of individuals with mental illness. No registration or enrollment obligation necessary. Carole Spurrier, 410-208-4003, or carolespurrier@msn.com or Gail S. Mansell, gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org, 410-6419725
program and how you can participate in global citizen science project. Learn how to use iNaturalist’s phone app to identify species of local plants and animals. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
Fontainebleau Hotel, 10100 Coastal Highway, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Beach Singles 45-Plus meets for happy hour. Info: 302-436-9577, 410-524-0649 or BeachSingles.org
OCEAN CITY BOOK OF THE MONTH
GRIEF SUPPORT
Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Featuring A Place for Us by Fatima Farheen Mirza. For a copy of the book, call 410-5241818. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
Thursdays - Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 11:00 AM. Coastal Hospice provides grief support and education. Participants work together to help each other navigate through grief at their own pace. Free and open to the public. Nicole Long, 443-614-6142
FREE MOVIES ON THE BEACH Carousel Resort Hotel and Condominiums, 11700 Coastal Highway, 8:30 PM. Featuring The Emoji Movie. Take a beach chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, the movie may be held inside the hotel. 410-250-0125, http://www.oceancitymd.gov
GARDEN TOUR KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OP/OC Wednesdays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 8:00 AM. Doors open at 7 a.m., meeting begins at 8 a.m. 410-641-7330, http://www.kiwanisofopoc.org
Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 6:00 PM. Join the group for a sensory friendly movie. Families are encouraged to bring their own snacks, blankets or pillows. Suitable for all ages. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
DELMARVA A CAPELLA CHORUS Mondays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 7:00 PM. All levels of singers and drop-ins welcome. Carol, 410-641-6876
Tues., June 11 DEADLINE FOR DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CLUB LUNCHEON AND FASHION SHOW The Democratic Women’s Club of Worcester County will have a luncheon and fashion show on June 17 at the Dunes Manor Hotel, 2800 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Cost is $40. Reservations: Sandy, ssribnick@rcn.com by June 11.
PLAY TIME Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 10:30 AM. Learn new skills while playing with educations toys. For infant to 5 year old children. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
Tuesdays - Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Drive, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and health lifestyle. jeanduck47@gmail.com
‘ASK A MASTER GARDENER’ PLANT CLINIC Tuesdays through September - Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 1-4 p.m. Bring your photos or bagged plant samples by and let expert Master Gardeners find solutions to your questions. Free service.
Wed., June 12
Wednesdays - Ocean City Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM. Dance to the sounds of the ’50s and ’60s music. A $5 donation to benefit Veterans and local charities. dance@delmarvahanddancing.com, 410-208-1151, http://delmarvahanddancing.com
Wednesdays - Captain’s Table Restaurant in the Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th St., 6:00 PM. 302-540-2127
Thurs., June 13 AARP MEETING Ocean City Senior Center, 104 41st St., 10:00 AM. Social time is at 9:30 a.m. The guest speaker will discuss the Community for Life program. An optional luncheon will follow at a local restaurant. New members welcome. Bob McCluskey, 410-250-0980
STORY TIME ‘THE BODY’ Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 AM. For 2 to 5 year old children. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
STORY TIME ‘SUNSHINE’
Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Knitters, crochet enthusiasts, needle artists of all skill levels are invited and encouraged to join the group for a casual morning of sharing. Work on your favorite patterns and exchange ideas. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 AM. Enjoy stories, movement, songs and take-home crafts. For ages 25 years. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 AM. For 2 to 5 year old children. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
OCEAN CITY WRITER’S CLUB Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Participants share their poetry/prose each month and, in turn, receive encouraging constructive feedback. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
INATURALIST PROGRAM Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:00 PM. Learn about the iNaturalist
Holy Trinity Cathedral, 11021 Worcester Highway, Berlin, June 17-21, 5-7:15 p.m. The theme is “Roar! Life is wild, God is Good!” Featuring bible stories, games, crafts and food for children 4 years old through high school. A light dinner served each evening. Cost is $10 each child or $25 for families with 3 or more children. Register: 410-641-4882.
OC/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING
WITTY KNITTERS
STORY TIME ‘SPACE’
The Ocean Pines Garden Club presents a garden tour on June 13 from 9 a.m. to noon. For those interested in showcasing their garden, large or small: Patti, 410-973-1243 or plookner@gmail.com.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING SENSORY FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT ‘NANNY MCPHEE’
ONGOING EVENTS
BEACH SINGLES Thursdays - Clarion Resort
BUS TRIP TO GLENSTONE MUSEUM The Art League of Ocean City is sponsoring a bus trip to the new Glenstone Museum in Potomac, Md. on June 27. The public is invited. Cost is $70 and includes the bus, entrance to the museum and water and snacks. Lunch is available at the museum cafe. Prior to the bus trip on June 11 at 7 p.m. at the Arts Center, Art League fellow Brooks Rogers will give a pre-tour lecture about the Glenstone collection. Info: www.artleagueofoceancity.org or 410-524-9433.
THE DISCOVERY CLUB Delmarva Discovery Museum, 2 Market St., Pocomoke City, Wednesdays, 10:3011:30 a.m. Children, ages 3-5 years, will enjoy books, art, singing and movement coordinating with the week’s theme. Caregivers are invited to join in. www.DelmarvaDiscoveryCenter.org
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Now Hiring. Go Cart Mechanic. Year-round employment. 410-289-4902
Thunderbird Beach Motel. Now hiring FT Front Desk, FT Nighttime Maintenance & Housekeeping. Apply in person, 32nd St. Baltimore Ave.
Looking for Off-Season Rental: Sept.-March. Non-smoking, dog-friendly, good natural light. Ideally, walking distance to boardwalk. Please call or email Kerry: kadoran.art@gmail.com 301-676-8818.
Berlin: Atlantic Business Center. Office space 350 sq. ft. for rent. Utilities incl. $400/ month. Also, several storage units available $95/month. Call 410-726-5471 or 410641-4300.
Do you have an old bicycle not being used? It could mean a world of difference to a hard-working international student. We are looking to get as many bikes as possible. Your donation will be taxdeductible. Contact Gary at 443-975-3065.
Landscaper Needed in Ocean City, Md. Must have valid driver’s license. Experience a plus but not necessary. Call 410-250-0888. THE SPINNAKER Now hiring Housekeeping, P/T Front Desk Apply in person 1800 Baltimore Ave. CARQUEST AUTO PARTS & MARINE Now hiring for full and part time Parts Advisors. Locations in the Ocean Pines, Bethany and Rehoboth areas. Benefits including company matched retirement plan, vacations and more. Call 302-339-6910
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2 Years Experienced Cleaner. Reliable w/own transportation, cleaning supplies, trustworthy & dependable. Email resume to Tessasnyder03@gmail.com Any questions call 443-614-3777. MED TECH: CPR & First Aid License required. HELPER: 8am-2pm. No exp. necessary. 10602 Friendship Rd., Berlin, MD. Email: truittsandy@yahoo.com Serious applicants only!
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PGN Crabhouse, 29th Street & Coastal Hwy. PGN Crabhouse Help Wanted Waitstaff, Kitchen Help Apply Within after 11:00 am.
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COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL WOC Furnished Office. Newly renovated. Decatur Business Center, 9748 Stephen Decatur Hwy., Unit 202. Call for details, 410-713-9453 or 410-430-9066. OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT Ocean Pines Village Square. Upscale office unit. Includes conference room, reception area, 4 private offices, 3 half baths, pond view, furnished. 1500 sq. ft. $2000. NO CAM FEES. 410-430-3758
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Regulatory issues impacting housing industry discussed By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (June 7, 2019) Representatives from the National Association of Realtors traveled to the Department of Housing and Urban Development at the end of May to hear from administration officials regarding a host of regulatory issues impacting the housing industry. The visit occurred during the 2019 Realtors Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo in the nation’s capital. “You all know better than most that affordability is an enormous challenge in many markets around the country,” HUD Acting Deputy Secretary and Federal Housing Commissioner Brian Montgomery told a room of more than 100 Realtors. “Large constraints on the housing market by regulations have exacerbated the shortage for hard-working families who are employed and willing to buy but continue to be priced out. The good news is that in today’s economy we have job growth, low unemployment and wage gains that have provided an additional shot in the arm.” Montgomery pointed out that overregulation and misguided zoning laws have helped contribute to the housing affordability and accessibility issues facing many U.S. markets. “The combination of regulatory overreach and an aging housing stock has meant not enough affordable units are left—or worse, being built,” he said. “Zoning, environmental and sometimes labor restrictions have made it more difficult for areas across the country to meet the growing [housing] demand. “We will need continued wage and economic growth and regulatory reform to mitigate affordability constraints,” he continued. “This will also require that not just HUD but states and localities ease the regulatory burden and other impediments to development.” Montgomery addressed FHA efforts to finalize a new rule surrounding condominium policies. NAR supports the proposed revisions to FHA’s current condominium policies, including allowing owneroccupancy level determination on a
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Dena and Delmar Smith opened OC Socks on May 2 in the Inlet Village at the southern end of the Boardwalk.
OC Socks offers over 1,500 styles By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) The new store in the Inlet Village will knock your socks off, but don’t worry, as there are over 1,500 replacements to choose from. Owners Dena and Delmar Smith celebrated the grand opening of OC Socks on May 2, their newest business in the village, located at southern end of the Ocean City Boardwalk. Before the couple moved to Ocean City, Dena ran a store called Bears by the Bay on Solomon’s Island, in Calvert County. Delmar eventually retired from his position as a Maryland State police officer to help her run the shop. In 2005, they decided to pack up and move to Ocean City. case by case basis, allowing up to 45 percent commercial space without documentation and implementing a five-year approval period for project certification. “We anticipate that the updated regulations will be more flexible, less prescriptive and more reflective of the current market than existing provisions,” Montgomery said. “It may also include single unit approvals for loans that meet HUD standards for unapproved projects, allowing HUD to set the specific percentage.” — Lauren Bunting is an Associate Broker with Bunting Realty, Inc. in Berlin.
“We opened up our Doggie Style K-9 Cafe in 2005 and one of the bestsellers in the store throughout the years has been socks with dogs on them,” Delmar Smith said. “We thought it might be a good idea just to take a risk and try a store of just nothing but socks.” Nothing but socks is true, as the small store is stocked floor to ceiling with socks for both children and adults. Fuzzy, woolen, adult humor, cartoon characters, as well as food, TV and movie themes are among the options available.
“People have been excited about it,” Smith said. “They’ve never seen a store like this before. Everybody needs socks and this is the place to come for the fun socks.” The couple opened their first shop in Ocean City in 2005, and have since added two other stores to the Inlet Village. First was the Doggie Style K9 Café, followed by Treasure Island in 2009, and finally, OC Socks. The Smiths obtained most of their socks from vendors at national shows, with several found during an See BEST Page 49
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‘Best quality socks at the best price,’ store owner says Continued from Page 48 event in Atlanta, Georgia. The store offers 20 different brands with over 1,500 styles to choose from. As far as interest goes, OC Socks has attracted quite a few people with its abundant supply. “It’s a good time,” Smith said. “We tell our customers it’s alright to laugh out loud and they do. You’ll hear them giggle because it’s that kind of store.” The most popular are Foozy socks, which are high-quality with a bargain price. Prices range from three for $10 or seven for $20 for the Foozy socks, with the most expensive being a collectible Donald Trump sock with an
attached comb to brush his fluffy hair, for $35. We’ve done a lot of research in the offseason to seriously find the best quality socks at the best price,” Smith said. “We have over 1,500 different socks to look at, 20 different brands and we put in the work and done the research to make sure it’s a really great store and a good value.” The store is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information about the store or the hundreds of socks available, visit www.ocsocks.com, the OC Socks Facebook page, or call 443624-0564.
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The OC Socks store is located in the Inlet Village, in front of the Frog Bar and adjacent to Treasure Island and the K-9 Café at the southern end of the Boardwalk.
Several services provided for senior citizens (June 7, 2019) As Worcester County continues to age at a faster pace than the rest of the nation, Atlantic General Hospital and several community agencies are working to insure that the necessary services are available to seniors to allow them to continue to live safely and independently. Atlantic General Hospital is in the planning stages for a mobile integrated health program called Safe Seniors that will serve Worcester County. Through this program, EMS personnel and a care coordinator will make home visits to at-risk seniors to identify any physical, medical or psycho-social needs and connect individuals with the appropriate services in the community to help them maintain optimal physical and mental health. To learn more about the Safe Seniors Program, contact Donna Nord-
strom, Atlantic General Hospital’s director of community health, at 410629-6820. The Maryland Department of Aging has launched a pilot program to provide a daily check-in with older adults who are living alone. Participants receive an automated call at the time of day they chose during registration. If a participant’s daily check-in calls go unanswered, a pre-determined contact, whether a neighbor, family member or other loved one, is notified to check on the senior. The service is available to all Maryland residents 65 years of age or older. For more information or to sign up, visit www.aging.maryland.gov or call 1800-243-3425. Community for Life program provides resources for adults 65 and older who live in Berlin, West Ocean
City, Bishopville and Ocean Pines to allow them to stay in their homes as long as possible. The program provides transportation to medical appointments, group socials and grocery trips; handyman services for light housework; a seniorfriendly vendor list for major home repairs; friendly contacts; technical assistance; and prescription pick-ups. Community for Life is able to connect members to the resources they need throughout the community. They work with various area agencies to meet any needs that may arise from members. Transportation to the Berlin Senior Center and adult medical daycare is also included. To learn more or request services, call 410-251-0140 or email Shea Wise, CFL navigator, at shea@worcoa.org. Maryland Access Point of Worcester County is a centralized service to
provide information and assistance for aging, disabled, and/or vulnerable adults of all income levels who need long-term services or want to plan for future needs. Information is also available for family and caregivers trying to support a parent, spouse, or adult child. MAP is supported by partnerships with Worcester County Health Department, Department of Social Services, and Commission on Aging. Staff from these agencies are co-located at the Charles & Martha Fulton Senior Center in Snow Hill to improve access to information and assistance across a wide range of programs. MAP also provides Options Counseling to help individuals and their caregivers develop long term care plans. For information and resource assistance, contact MAP of Worcester County at 410-632-9915.
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Realtors attend meeting, trade expo in D.C. (June 7, 2019) During the National Association of Realtors Annual Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo in Washington, D.C., Realtors from across the country, including members from the Coastal Association of Realtors, traveled to Capitol Hill to meet with their federal elected officials. The purpose of the visits is to share with elected officials NAR’s legislative priorities, which this year include
reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), an investment deadline extension for Qualified Opportunity Zones, and passage of The Equality Act to support fair housing. Since authority for the NFIP to write insurance was set to expire on May 31, NAR members advocated for reauthorization of the program to avoid a lapse. Flood insurance is required for a
federally-related mortgage in more than 20,000 communities across the country. According to NAR research, 40,000 property sales are delayed or cancelled each month of a program lapse. Realtors support extending the NFIP as Congress continues its bipartisan work toward responsible longterm reauthorization that includes meaningful reforms to strengthen program solvency.
Realtors from across the country gathered on Capitol Hill to meet with their federal legislators regarding issues that impact the real estate industry. Pictured, from left, are Coastal President-Elect Joe Wilson, Bud and Alyson Church, and Coastal President Bernie Flax.
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Deeley Insurance Group announce and welcome Matt Jones as the agency’s personal lines manager. In his new role, Jones will be responsible for leading the agency’s personal insurance team. He will be charged with the strategic direction of the department and for Matt Jones providing an excellent client experience to more than 10,000 policyholders. Jones is a third generation agent, following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather. He joins the team with over 10 years of experience in personal lines and financial services. Jones and his wife are involved in several organizations that promote the development, growth and safety of local children. In his free time he enjoys grilling, golf, running and competing in triathlons. Located in Willards, Deeley Insurance Group is a privately held independent insurance agency specializing in employee benefits, business and personal insurances.
The House voted to extend the NFIP through September, but the measure has not yet been approved by the Senate. The Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) program has great potential to spur real estate development and investment, creating additional economic opportunities in these designated communities. Investors are eager to participate, but delays in the process to finalize QOZ rules have stalled the program’s momentum. Members advocated for the U.S. Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service to quickly finalize rulemaking, or Congress should act to extend deadlines for certain tax benefits created through Opportunity Zones to ensure the program’s success. Fair housing laws improve opportunities to employment, education, and healthy communities, and NAR is proud of its commitment to equal housing policies. Ten years ago, NAR amended its Code of Ethics to require that Realtors provide equal professional service to the LGBTQ population. Members advocated for H.R. 5, The Equality Act, which amends the nation’s civil rights laws to ensure the American Dream is available and accessible to all Americans. H.R. 5 was passed by the House on May 17 and awaits a vote in the Senate. “We always appreciate our elected leaders taking time out of their busy schedules to hear about real estate issues,� said Coastal President Bernie Flax. “We provided them with a lot of information, not only on these timely issues, but also on who Realtors are and how they impact the nation’s economy. We hope they will stand with us on these issues to support our industry and the American Dream.� For more information about CAR, visit www.coastalrealtors.org.
AGH CELEBRATION The Atlantic General Hospital Foundation held an anniversary party on May 16 to celebrate the hospital’s 26 years of service to the community. Among the 500 attendees were Bobby, left, and Robert Hammond. More than $200,000 was raised for the hospital and foundation.
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Award winner presents donations (June 7, 2019) A total of $108,750 was raised in support of this year’s Hal Glick Distinguished Service Award Gala, to be distributed amongst local charities. Kimmerly Messick, recipient of the 2018 Hal Glick Distinguished Service award, distributed $10,000 to the expansion of the emergency department and outpatient services at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, while the Temple Bat Yam presented $10,000 of its funds to the John H. “Jack” Burbage, Jr. Regional Cancer Care Center. They are two of the five projects included in the $35 million capital projects in the Atlantic General Campaign for the Future. The Glick Award started in 2010 with the recognition of Hal Glick, the pioneering Ocean City realtor. The next year, the award began bearing Glick’s name, and has ever since.
Over the last eight years, philanthropists have been recognized in Glick’s name for their support of local community nonprofits, including Atlantic General Hospital. In addition to the annual recipients – AGH Foundation and Temple Bat Yam – three local charities were chosen by Cropper among which to distribute funds; Atlantic General Hospital’s expansion of the emergency department and outpatient services, Rebecca and Leighton Moore Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, and the Salisbury University Kimmerly Messick Scholarship. “We at Atlantic General Hospital are honored to be one of the three charities to receive an annual donation at this event,” said Michael Franklin, president and CEO of AGH. Atlantic General Hospital has been
providing quality health care to the residents of Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties in Maryland and Sussex County, Delaware, since May 1993. Built through the commitment and generosity of a dedicated community, Atlantic General’s main facility in Berlin combines the warmth of personalized attention with the reassurance of medical expertise and advanced technology. The not-for-profit hospital provides quality specialty care in oncology, medical and surgical weight loss, orthopedics, and women’s diagnostics among other services. Atlantic General Health System, its network of more than 40 primary care providers and specialists, cares for residents and visitors throughout the region. For more information about Atlantic General Hospital, visit www.atlanticgeneral.org.
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‘Discover Your Watershed’ program (June 7, 2019) The Maryland Coastal Bays Program will host the second series of the “Discover Your Watershed” program, Saturday, June 8, at the Lizard Hill restoration site in Bishopville, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event will focus on “Funky Fauna” a term used for animal-based sampling. Volunteers will walk throughout the property with Maryland Coastal Bays Program staff to search and identify local animals and habitats. There will also be hands-on educational stations about the freshwater fish and macroinvertebrates found on site. Originally a large sand pit, Lizard Hill is now a 30-acre Atlantic white cedar community, a once very common ecological community of trees that is
now virtually non-existent in Maryland. The objective of this restoration project is to reintroduce this native tree while also reducing nutrient inputs into the St. Martin River. Lizard Hill is a State Highway Administration property so public access is very limited. This Discover Your Watershed program is an opportunity to see and experience this successful restoration project first-hand. This is also an opportunity for school and church groups, families and individuals to explore a Maryland Coastal Bays Program management property that is typically closed to the public. Lunch will be provided after the event. Long pants, old shoes or boots,
sunscreen, and bug spray is encouraged. This event is free and open to the public. RSVP by contacting Meg Buonpane at mbuonpane@mdcoastalbays.org or call 410-213-2297 ext 107. The next Discover Your Watershed program will be held Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will entail a large clean up on local back roads. Discover Your Watershed series is a program dedicated to providing residents and visitors the opportunity to explore and learn about area restoration properties in the coastal bays watershed. Maryland Coastal Bays Program is a 501 c3 nonprofit dedicated to protecting the five coastal bays located behind Ocean City and Assateague Island.
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OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 105 112TH ST., UNIT B OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Jeffrey C. Breen and Jennifer D. Breen a/k/a Jennifer D. Smythe dated April 3, 2014 and recorded in Liber 6355, folio 5 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JUNE 21, 2019 AT 3:00 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and described as Unit No. 105-B (said unit previously having been designated as Unit B, Building No. 105, but which said designation was changed in the hereinafter mentioned supplement to the hereinafter mentioned master deed to Unit No. 105-B), in “The Beach Club Condominium” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. Tax ID #10-137438. The property, which is improved by a dwelling, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $12,000 by cash or certified check. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. Interest to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received in the office of the Sub. Trustees. There will be no abatement of interest in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason. The noteholder shall not be obligated to pay interest if it is the purchaser. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of all real property taxes, including agricultural taxes, if applicable, and any and all public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges and ground rent, to be adjusted to date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale forward. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the
Ocean City Today / Public Notices property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. Additional terms to be announced at the time of sale. If the Sub. Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law and equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without interest. If the purchaser fails to go to settlement, the deposit shall be forfeited, to the Trustees for application against all expenses, attorney’s fees and the full commission on the sale price of the above-scheduled foreclosure sale. In the event of default, all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then re-advertise and resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser or may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser without reselling the property. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any, even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulting purchaser and the defaulting purchaser shall be liable to the Trustees and secured party for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses incurred in connection with all litigation involving the Property or the proceeds of the resale. Trustees’ file number 73677. Diane S. Rosenberg, Mark D. Meyer, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-6/6/3t _________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204
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OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 10300 ATLANTIS COURT, UNIT 204 A/K/A 10300 COASTAL HIGHWAY, UNIT 204 OCEAN CITY, MD 21843 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Paul Buckmaster and Lisa Buckmaster, dated October 29, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4516, Folio 271 among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, modified by Loan Modification Agreement recorded on January 29, 2018 in the Land Records of Worcester County at Liber No. 7155, Folio 437, with an original principal balance of $274,150.00, and an original interest rate of 4.125%, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Substitute Trustees will sell at public auction at the Courthouse door for the Circuit Court for Worcester County, on
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and incidental and consequential damages, and any deficiency in the ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF underlying secured debt. The purGROUND and the improvements chaser shall not be entitled to any thereon situated in Worcester surplus proceeds or profits resulting County, MD and more fully de- from any resale of the property. If scribed in the aforesaid Deed of the Substitute Trustees cannot conTrust. The property is improved by vey insurable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall a dwelling. Terms of Sale: The property will be the return of the deposit without be sold “as is” and subject to condi- interest. The sale is subject to posttions, restrictions, easements and sale confirmation and audit of the agreements of record affecting same, status of the loan with the loan serif any and with no warranty of any vicer including, but not limited to, kind. A deposit of $25,000.00 by cer- determination of whether the bortified funds only (no cash will be ac- rower entered into any repayment cepted) is required at the time of agreement, reinstated or paid off the auction. Balance of the purchase loan prior to the sale. In any such price to be paid in cash within ten event, this sale shall be null and days of final ratification of sale by void, and the Purchaser’s sole remthe Circuit Court for Worcester edy, in law or equity, shall be the reCounty. At the Substitute Trustees’ turn of his deposit without interest. Edward S. Cohn, Stephen N. discretion, the foreclosure purchaser, Goldberg, Richard E. Solomon, if a corporation or LLC, must proRichard J. Rogers, Michael duce evidence, prior to bidding, of the McKeefery, Christianna Kersey, legal formation of such entity. The and David W. Simpson, Jr., purchaser, other than the Holder of Substitute Trustees the Note, its assigns, or designees, shall pay interest on the unpaid pur- Mid-Atlantic Auctioneers, LLC chase money at the note rate from (410) 825-2900 the date of foreclosure auction to the www.mid-atlanticauctioneers.com CGD File #: 453331 date funds are received in the office OCD-6/6/3t of the Substitute Trustees. _________________________________ In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, abatement of interest. All due LLC and/or unpaid private utility, water ATTORNEYS AT LAW and sewer facilities charges, or front 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE foot benefit payments, are payable SUITE 208 by the purchaser without adjustTOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 ment. Real estate taxes and all other public charges, or assessments, ground rent, or condo/HOA assessments, not otherwise divested by ratification of the sale, to be adjusted as of the date of foreclosure auction, un- OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY less the purchaser is the foreclosing 10408 BISHOPVILLE ROAD lender or its designee. Cost of all BISHOPVILLE, MD 21813 documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses, and all Under a power of sale contained other costs incident to settlement, shall be borne by the purchaser. in a certain Deed of Trust from KenPurchaser shall be responsible for neth M. Bruce and Rosalind Bruce, obtaining physical possession of the dated August 2, 2010 and recorded property. Purchaser assumes the in Liber 5518, Folio 439 among the risk of loss or damage to the property Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, modified by Loan Modififrom the date of sale forward. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. If cation Agreement recorded on Septhe purchaser shall fail to comply tember 29, 2014 in the Land Records with the terms of the sale or fails to of Worcester County at Liber No. go to settlement within ten (10) days 6436, Folio 263, and further modified of ratification of the sale, the Substi- by Loan Modification Agreement tute Trustees may, in addition to any recorded on June 9, 2017, in the other available remedies, declare the Land Records of Worcester County entire deposit forfeited and resell the at Liber No. 7017, Folio 270, with an property at the risk and cost of the original principal balance of defaulting purchaser, and the pur- $235,824.00, and an original interest chaser agrees to pay reasonable at- rate of 4.375%, default having octorneys’ fees for the Substitute curred under the terms thereof, the Trustees, plus all costs incurred, if Substitute Trustees will sell at pubthe Substitute Trustees have filed lic auction at the Courthouse door the appropriate motion with the for the Circuit Court for Worcester Court to resell the property. Pur- County, on chaser waives personal service of June 18, 2019 AT 3:20 PM any paper filed in connection with such a motion on himself and/or any principal or corporate designee, and ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF expressly agrees to accept service of GROUND and the improvements any such paper by regular mail di- thereon situated in Worcester rected to the address provided by County, MD and more fully desaid bidder at the time of foreclosure scribed in the aforesaid Deed of auction. In such event, the default- Trust. The property is improved by ing purchaser shall be liable for the a dwelling. Terms of Sale: The property will payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and ex- be sold “as is” and subject to condipenses of resale, reasonable attor- tions, restrictions, easements and ney’s fees, and all other charges due agreements of record affecting same, June 25, 2019 AT 3:20 PM
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JUNE 7, 2019 if any and with no warranty of any kind. A deposit of $17,000.00 by certified funds only (no cash will be accepted) is required at the time of auction. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. At the Substitute Trustees’ discretion, the foreclosure purchaser, if a corporation or LLC, must produce evidence, prior to bidding, of the legal formation of such entity. The purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note, its assigns, or designees, shall pay interest on the unpaid purchase money at the note rate from the date of foreclosure auction to the date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees. In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no abatement of interest. All due and/or unpaid private utility, water and sewer facilities charges, or front foot benefit payments, are payable by the purchaser without adjustment. Real estate taxes and all other public charges, or assessments, ground rent, or condo/HOA assessments, not otherwise divested by ratification of the sale, to be adjusted as of the date of foreclosure auction, unless the purchaser is the foreclosing lender or its designee. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses, and all other costs incident to settlement, shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. If the purchaser shall fail to comply with the terms of the sale or fails to go to settlement within ten (10) days of ratification of the sale, the Substitute Trustees may, in addition to any other available remedies, declare the entire deposit forfeited and resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser, and the purchaser agrees to pay reasonable attorneys’ fees for the Substitute Trustees, plus all costs incurred, if the Substitute Trustees have filed the appropriate motion with the Court to resell the property. Purchaser waives personal service of any paper filed in connection with such a motion on himself and/or any principal or corporate designee, and expressly agrees to accept service of any such paper by regular mail directed to the address provided by said bidder at the time of foreclosure auction. In such event, the defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of resale, reasonable attorney’s fees, and all other charges due and incidental and consequential damages, and any deficiency in the underlying secured debt. The purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property. If the Substitute Trustees cannot convey insurable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be the return of the deposit without interest. The sale is subject to postsale confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the loan ser-
Ocean City Today / Public Notices vicer 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 his deposit without interest. Edward S. Cohn, Stephen N. Goldberg, Richard E. Solomon, Richard J. Rogers, Michael McKeefery, Christianna Kersey, and David W. Simpson, Jr., Substitute Trustees Mid-Atlantic Auctioneers, LLC (410) 825-2900 www.mid-atlanticauctioneers.com CGD File #: 453714 OCD-5/30/3t _________________________________ Stern & Eisenberg Mid-Atlantic, P.C. 9920 Franklin Square Dr., Suite 100 Baltimore, MD 21236 410-635-5127
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OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 309 PURNELL ST. SNOW HILL, MD 21863 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Luther T. Truitt and Virginia L. Truitt, dated August 26, 2009 and recorded in Liber 5346, folio 282 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JUNE 17, 2019 AT 1:00 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester County, MD 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 and agreements of record affecting the same, if any and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $18,000 by cash or certified check. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within 10 days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. If the purchaser fails to settle within the aforesaid ten (10) days of ratification, the purchaser relinquishes their deposit and the Sub. Trustees may file an appropriate motion with the court to resell the property. Purchaser waives personal service of any paper filed with the Court in connection with such motion and any Show Cause Order issued by the Court and expressly agrees to accept service of any such paper or Order by certified mail and regular mail sent to the address provided by the purchaser and as recorded on the
documents executed by the purchaser at the time of the sale. Service shall be deemed effective upon the purchaser 3 days after postmarked by the United States Post Office. It is expressly agreed by the purchaser that actual receipt of the certified mail is not required for service to be effective. If the purchaser fails to go to settlement the deposit shall be forfeited to the Sub. Trustees and all expenses of this sale (including attorney fees and full commission on the gross sales price of the sale) shall be charged against and paid from the forfeited deposit. In the event of resale the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property regardless of any improvements made to the real property. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate of 5.56% per annum from the date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Sub. Trustees. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, condominium fees and/or homeowner association dues, all public charges/assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for the costs of all transfer taxes, (including agricultural transfer taxes, if applicable), documentary stamps and all other costs incident to settlement. Purchaser shall be responsible for physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss from the date of sale forward. The sale is subject to post sale audit by the Noteholder to determine whether the borrower entered into any repayment/forbearance agreement, reinstated or paid off prior to the sale. In any such event the Purchaser agrees that upon notification by the Sub. Trustees of such event the sale is null and void and of no legal effect and the deposit returned without interest. If the Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or good and marketable title, or the sale is not ratified for any reason by the Circuit Court including errors made by the Sub. Trustees, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without any interest. Steven K. Eisenberg, Paul J. Moran, Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-5/30/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555
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OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 11609 SEAWARD RD., APT. #70B OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
PAGE 53 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated January 13, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4859, Folio 230 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $150,000.00, 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 JUNE 18, 2019 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 $13,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. 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
PAGE 54 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. 333257-1) 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-5/30/3t _________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204
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OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 201 WINDWARD DRIVE, #7 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from William Mann, dated November 3, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4299, Folio 319 among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, with an original principal balance of $193,600.00, and an original interest rate of 7.500%, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Substitute Trustees will sell at public auction at the Courthouse door for the Circuit Court for Worcester County, on June 11, 2019 AT 3:20 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND and the improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of
Ocean City Today / Public Notices Trust. The property being sold is a condominium unit and all common elements appurtenant thereto. Terms of Sale: The property will be sold “as is” and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements and agreements of record affecting same, if any and with no warranty of any kind. A deposit of $17,000.00 by certified funds only (no cash will be accepted) is required at the time of auction. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. At the Substitute Trustees’ discretion, the foreclosure purchaser, if a corporation or LLC, must produce evidence, prior to bidding, of the legal formation of such entity. The purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note, its assigns, or designees, shall pay interest on the unpaid purchase money at the note rate from the date of foreclosure auction to the date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees. In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no abatement of interest. All due and/or unpaid private utility, water and sewer facilities charges, or front foot benefit payments, are payable by the purchaser without adjustment. Real estate taxes and all other public charges, or assessments, ground rent, or condo/HOA assessments, not otherwise divested by ratification of the sale, to be adjusted as of the date of foreclosure auction, unless the purchaser is the foreclosing lender or its designee. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses, and all other costs incident to settlement, shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. If the purchaser shall fail to comply with the terms of the sale or fails to go to settlement within ten (10) days of ratification of the sale, the Substitute Trustees may, in addition to any other available remedies, declare the entire deposit forfeited and resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser, and the purchaser agrees to pay reasonable attorneys’ fees for the Substitute Trustees, plus all costs incurred, if the Substitute Trustees have filed the appropriate motion with the Court to resell the property. Purchaser waives personal service of any paper filed in connection with such a motion on himself and/or any principal or corporate designee, and expressly agrees to accept service of any such paper by regular mail directed to the address provided by said bidder at the time of foreclosure auction. In such event, the defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of resale, reasonable attorney’s fees, and all other charges due and incidental and consequential damages, and any deficiency in the underlying secured debt. The purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property. If
the Substitute Trustees cannot convey insurable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be the return of the deposit without interest. The sale is subject to postsale confirmation and 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 his deposit without interest. Edward S. Cohn, Stephen N. Goldberg, Richard E. Solomon, Richard J. Rogers, Michael McKeefery, Christianna Kersey, and David W. Simpson, Jr., Substitute Trustees Mid-Atlantic Auctioneers, LLC (410) 825-2900 www.mid-atlanticauctioneers.com CGD File #: 453212 OCD-5/23/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555
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OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 205 ENTERPRISE DR. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated October 3, 2017 and recorded in Liber 7089, Folio 441 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $255,375.00, 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 JUNE 11, 2019 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 $25,000 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 ten-
JUNE 7, 2019 dered 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 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. 334154-1) 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
JUNE 7, 2019 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-5/23/3t _________________________________ GUY R. AYRES III AYRES, JENKINS, GORDY & ALMAND, P.A. 6200 Coastal Highway, Suite 200 Ocean City, Maryland 21842
NOTICE OF TAX SALE
OF PROPERTY IN THE TENTH ELECTION DISTRICT, SUB-DISTRICTS 101-109, WORCESTER COUNTY, OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Town of Ocean City, Maryland municipal taxes and assessments under levies of the tax years 2017/2018 and 2018/2019 on the properties hereinafter described being due and in arrears and unpaid; and in order to compel the payment of the same, together with interest thereon, Attorney and Advertising Fees of $258, and the costs of attending the proceeding, as provided by law, by virtue of the power and authority vested in me as the City Manager and Collector of municipal taxes in the Tenth Election District, Worcester County, Ocean City, Maryland as provided by the Acts of the General Assembly of Maryland (Tax-Property Article Section 14-808 et seq. of the Annotated Code of Maryland), the undersigned City Manager and Collector of Taxes, will sell at public auction, at City Hall, 3rd Street and Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland, on FRIDAY, JUNE 14, 2019 AT THE HOUR OF 10:00 A.M. the below described properties: Item 1 10-249961 and 9564338630: Described as Jockey Beach Club Condominium, Unit 120 B B P 2, Assessed to Marilynn Anderson, Assessed Value $113,200, Wastewater, Interest and Penalties Due $1,204.40. Item 4 10-048567 and 7766957340: Described as Bay Colony Condominium, Unit 6 West B, Assessed to Anthony E. Balcerzak, Jr., Megan Ann Balcerzak and Regina M. Balcerzak, Assessed Value $81,300, Wastewater, Interest and Penalties Due $1,111.98. Item 5 10-048915 and 769634782: Described as Bay Colony Condominium, Unit 2 West B, Assessed to Anthony E. Balcerzak, Jr. and Megan A. Balcerzak, Assessed Value $81,300, Wastewater, Interest and Penalties Due $841.17. Item 7 10-427126 and 9922166195: Described as Jetty’s Break Condominium, Unit 101, Assessed to Stanley R. Berger and Debra M. Berger, Assessed Value $314,100, Wastewater, Interest and Penalties Due $1,710.84. Item 8 10-250897 and 6088138796: Described as Jamaica Condominium II, Unit 310, Assessed to Roxanne E. Berry, Assessed Value $161,500, Wastewater, Interest and Penalties Due $872.71. Item 9 10-164370 and 9182724262: Described as Sails II Condominium, Unit 204, Assessed to
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Bay Condominium, Unit 240, B1 P4, Assessed to Gregory C. Nigrin, Assessed Value $117,000, Wastewater, Interest and Penalties Due $872.71. Item 32 10-751837 and 11475573243: Described as Clammers Cove Villas Condominium, Unit 1, Assessed to James N. Porter and Stacey M. Porter, Assessed Value $312,600, Wastewater, Interest and Penalties Due $1,271.04. Item 33 10-357640 and 5481355294: Described as Harbor Lights Condominium, Unit 14, Assessed to Matthew Rhodes, Assessed Value $121,500, Wastewater, Interest and Penalties Due $1,361.26. Item 35 10-225914 and 9823734500: Described as Seaway Condominium, Unit 14, Assessed to Thelonious T.C. Rudd, Susana G. Rudd, George R. Johnson, Jr. and Beatrice G. Johnson, Assessed Value $165,100, Wastewater, Interest and Penalties Due $1,113.70. Item 36 10-753589 and 11348173695 and L12661252: Described as Belmont Towers Residential Condominium, Unit 304 Ph 1, Assessed to Paul W. Rutter, Jr. and Renette L. Rutter, Assessed Value $632,000, Wastewater, Personal Property, Interest and Penalties Due $2,508.30. Item 38 10-262623 and 4303940908: Described as Jamaica Condominium III, Unit 104, Assessed to Joan E. Seidenspinner, Assessed Value $114,433, Wastewater, Interest and Penalties Due $881.28. Item 39 10-290686 and 6493145812: Described as Atlantic Mist 1 Condominium, Unit C, Assessed to Dena Shaffer and Marion Caron, Assessed Value $124,000, Wastewater, Interest and Penalties Due $1,067.70. Item 41 10-066581 and 180217688: Described as Ocean Waye 45 Condominium, Unit 203, Assessed to Stamatios Vasillas and Fotini Vasillas, Assessed Value $74,533, Wastewater, Interest and Penalties Due $789.39. Item 42 10-260256 and 9151740476: Described as Lighthouse Condominium, Unit 109 P2, Assessed to Joyce A. Weeks, Assessed Value $113,200, Wastewater, Interest and Penalties Due $962.19. OCD-5/16/4t _________________________________
NOTICE
OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17846 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JOSEPH JOHN CASEY Notice is given that Joseph Patrick Casey, 5833 Centerville Road, Williamsburg, VA 23188, was on May 09, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Joseph John Casey who died on April 22, 2019, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 9th day of Novem-
ber, 2019. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Joseph Patrick Casey Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: May 23, 2019 OCD-5/23/3t _________________________________ AYRES, JENKINS, GORDY & ALMAND, PA WILLIAM E. ESHAM III ESQ 6200 COASTAL HIGHWAY, STE 200 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
NOTICE
TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 17795 Notice is given that the Circuit Court of City of Chesapeake county, VA appointed Robin Gibbs, 227 Country Club Blvd., Chesapeake, VA 23322 as the Adminstrator of the Estate of Alfred Russell who died on December 18, 2018 domiciled in Virginia, USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is William E. Esham III whose address is 6200 Coastal Highway, Suite 200, Ocean City, MD 21842. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester. All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written no-
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tice, 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. Robin Gibbs Foreign Personal Representative Terri Westcott 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: May 23, 2019 OCD-5/23/3t _________________________________ Law Offices of Jeffrey Nadel 4041 Powder Mill Road, Suite 200 Calverton, Maryland 20705 240-473-5000 Jeffrey Nadel Scott Nadel Daniel Menchel Doreen Strothman 4041 Powder Mill Road, Suite 200 Calverton, MD 20705 Substitute Trustees Plaintiff v. Terrence W. Batson 1511 Cedar Street Pocomoke City, MD 21851 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. C-23-CV-18-000275
NOTICE
Notice is hereby given this 17th day of May, 2019, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 17th day of June, 2019, 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 10th day of June, 2019. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $99,100.00. The property sold herein is known as 1511 Cedar Street, Pocomoke City, MD 21851. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-5/23/3t _________________________________
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, JUNE 13, 2019 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(3)(a) requesting a special yard exception to replace the east stair tower to be compliant with 2015 NFPA Life Safety Code which will encroach approximately 8’1” into the front yard setback, providing a minimum 1’11” setback instead of 10’ as required by Code. In addition, the applicant requests to replace the existing wooden walkway that leads from the stair tower to the beach and encroaches into the Wight Street rightof-way approximately 10’ with the stipulation that they will remove it if the Town requests such in the future. The site of the appeal is described as Lots 1N, 1S, 2N, 2S, 3N, and 3S, Block 5 of the Fenwick Plat, Revised 1965; further described as located on the west side of a 20’ alley and the west side of Wight Street, between 125th and 126th Streets, and locally known as Oceanside 6 Condominium, 12507 Wight Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: MAD DESIGN GROUP, INC. – (BZA 2527 #19-09400003) at 6:10 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(5) requesting a special use exception to allow outdoor display of merchandise incidental to the on-premise use. The site of the appeal is described as Lots 1-12, Block 7 of the Edward J. Shute Plat, further described as located on the east side of Philadelphia Avenue and locally known as Beachwear Factory, 2118 Philadelphia Avenue in the Phillips Plaza, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: GABRIEL HAZAN (BZA 2528 #19-09400004) 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-5/30/2t _________________________________
NOTICE
OF PASSAGE OF BILL 19-1 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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
Take Notice that Bill 19-1 (Revenue - Hotel Rental Tax) was passed by the County Commissioners on May 21, 2019. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: § TR 1-601(a). (Repeals and reenacts this subsection regarding provi-
sions for the imposition and rate of the hotel rental tax in Worcester County to reflect the provisions of the Annotated Code of Maryland; provides that the rate of the hotel rental tax shall not exceed five percent (5.0%); requires passage of a resolution upon the unanimous consent of the County Commissioners, after public notice and hearing, for establishment of a hotel rental tax rate in excess of three percent; and establishes notice requirements for the public hearing on the proposed resolution.) This bill becomes effective fortyfive (45) days from the date of its passage. This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center and is available on the County Website at www.co.worcester.md.us . THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-5/30/3t _________________________________ JOHN F. ROBBERT ESQ 2661 RIVA ROAD, SUITE 410A ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
NOTICE
OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17859 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF CAROL L. SEELEY Notice is given that Patrick Seeley, 7605 Yacht Club Drive, Berlin, MD 21811, was on May 22, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Carol L. Seeley who died on March 13, 2019, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 22nd day of November, 2019. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.
JUNE 7, 2019 Patrick Seeley Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: May 30, 2019 OCD-5/30/3t _________________________________
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OF PUBLIC HEARINGS BOARD OF PORT WARDENS Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 106,”Waterways,” Article II – “Shoreline Development” of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Port Wardens Ordinance of Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland. Thursday, June 13, 2019 At 2:00 p.m. A request has been submitted to install a new elevator style boat lift at bulkhead after removal of dock. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 108 OLD WHARF RD. Parcel#1505A in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. (PW18-042) OWNER/APPLICANT: JOSEPH MITRECIC A request has been submitted to modify existing pier and install a 3/x4’ pier extension and install (1) boat lift with associated poles. Maximum channelward extension of 42’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 919 EDGEWATER AVE UNIT 10 Parcel # 3739 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. (PW19-052) OWNER: ERIN TAPLEY APPLICANT: HIDDEN OAK FARM, LLC. A request has been submitted to install one (1) boat lift to an existing pier with all associated poles. Maximum channelward extension of 20’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 183 JAMESTOWN RD UNIT 10 Parcel # 3962A-in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. (PW19-053) OWNER: BRADLEY STINE APPLICANT: HIDDEN OAK FARM, LLC A request has been submitted to install (1) boat lift on existing piling, and install (1) Jet Ski Lift on existing piling. Maximum channelward distance 35’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 1514 TEAL DR, Parcel #3429 in the Town of Ocean City,
JUNE 7, 2019 Maryland. (PW19-054) OWNER: JOHN S. YOAST III APPLICANT: MCGINTY MARINE CONSTRUCTION A request has been submitted to remove existing PWC lift and install a double PWC float with associated piles/support poles a maximum of 26’ channelward of existing bulkhead/ MHW/MLW. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 205 125TH ST., Unit A101, SLIP 308 Parcel # 6060A-in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. (PW19-055) OWNER: WILLIAM & CORRINA STOOTS APPLICANT: J. STACEY HART & ASSOCIATES, INC. A request has been submitted to install one (1) boat lift with associated pilings a maximum of 18’ channelward of existing bulkhead/MHW/ MLW. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 717 94TH ST UNIT 1 Parcel # 9574 -1 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. (PW19-056) OWNER: MARK & MARY MCLEAN APPLICANT: J. STACEY HART & ASSOCIATES A request has been submitted to use the existing mooring pile, construct a 3x10’ pier extension to existing 9’ pier (new pier=3x19’), install one (1) boat lift with associated pilings a maximum of 23.5 channelward of existing bulkhead/MHW/ MLW The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 201 S HERON DR UNIT 9B Parcel # 5311A-9 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. (PW19-057) OWNER: DENNIS & SARAH CUNANAN APPLICANT: J. STACEY HART & ASSOCIATES A request has been submitted to demo existing platform and install a new 4’ x 20’ parallel platform with a 6’ x 12.5’ pier and one (1) boat lift on the bulkhead. Maximum channel ward extension of 16.5’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 10621 SHIFTING SANDS DR Parcel # 1680A-in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. (PW19-058) OWNER: CHARLES BREWER APPLICANT: HIDDEN OAK FARM, LLC. A request has been submitted to install a 6’ x 27’ parallel platform, a 6’x 30’ pier, and two boat lifts with associated poles. Maximum channelward extension of 30’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 10624 SHIFTING SANDS DR LOT 89 Parcel # 1677A in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. (PW19-059) OWNER: ROBERT VILASI APPLICANT: HIDDEN OAK FARM, LLC A request has been submitted to extend the timeline of Port Warden Case 17-052 that expired on May 11, 2019. Original request was to install one (1) boatlift with associated pilings no more than 25’ channelward. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 8904 RUSTY ANCHOR RD., UNIT 20, Parcel #9079 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. (PW17-052). OWNER: BRYAN & TINA FUNK
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17856 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JOEL THOMAS JAMES Notice is given that Honor McElroy, 365 Walnut Hill Drive, Berlin, MD 21811, was on May 21, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Joel Thomas James who died on February 12, 2019, without a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 21st day of November, 2019. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Honor McElroy Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: May 30, 2019 OCD-5/30/3t _________________________________
The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Candace Bendall whose address is 20456 Quarter Landing Lane, Nanticoke, MD 21840. 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. Candace Bendall Kimberly Lawler Foreign Personal Representatives Terri Westcott 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: May 30, 2019 OCD-5/30/3t _________________________________
Council Chambers, 10 William Street, on Ordinance 2019-04 to amend the Town Zoning Ordinance. The public is invited to attend and comment. A copy of the proposed Ordinance 2019-04 is available for inspection in Town Hall, between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
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Notice is hereby given this 29th day of May, 2019, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 11000 Coastal Highway, Unit 1907, Ocean City, MD 21842, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 1st day of July, 2019, 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 24th day of June, 2019. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $271,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-6/6/3t _________________________________
BEARING CONSTRUCTION, INC. is seeking State of MD cert. DBE/MBE subcontractors to bid on the NEWARK SPRAY IRRIGATION FACILITIES project, Worcester County, MD. Bid date: July 8, 2019. Scope of work includes, but may not be limited to: Div. 2 clear & grub, demolition, valves, paving, grasses Div. 3 precast concrete, rebar Div. 5 metal & grating fabrications Div. 9 coatings Div. 22 submersible pumps Div. 26 electrical, instrumentation & controls, TVSS device Div. 27 radio system Div. 31 earthwork & aggregates. Any interested bidder may request plans and specs by contacting Leslie Miller at leslie@bearingconstruction.net or calling 410-5566100. AIS, DBE & Davis Bacon Wage rates programs apply. OCD-6/5/1t _________________________________
An Ordinance of the Mayor and Council of the Town of Berlin, Maryland , a Maryland Municipal Corporation, amending Chapter 108, Article II, Division 5, Subdivision II, Section108-165, entitled “Variances”. OCD-6/6/2t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 Diane S. Rosenberg Mark D. Meyer John A. Ansell, III Jennifer Rochino Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 Substitute Trustees Plaintiff(s) v. Daniel J. Forte Bonita Anne Forte 11000 Coastal Highway, Unit 1907 Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-17-000059
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TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 17868 Notice is given that the Circuit court of Fairfax County, VA appointed Candace Bendall, 20456 Quarter Landing Lane, Nanticoke, MD 21840 and Kimberly Lawler, 7022 Old Dominion Drive, McLean, VA 22101 as the Personal Representatives of the Estate of Joan Lois Kovanic who died on September 16, 2018 domiciled in Virginia, America.
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of Public Hearing For Ordinance 2019-04 The Mayor and Council of the Town of Berlin will hold a public hearing on Monday, June 24, 2019 at 7:00 PM in the Berlin Town Hall
OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Transfer of a Class "H" B/W/L 7 Day License From SCH Holdings, Inc. to Double H. Holdings, Inc. and a Request To Designate As Multiple License #1 for a Class: "H" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Steven Douglas Hoffman, 12526 Fleetway Drive, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 and Michael James Horsey, 12522 Salis-
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bury Road, Ocean City, Maryland 21842. For: Double H. Holdings, Inc. For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Northside Pit and Pub 12701 Coastal Highway, Unit 8 & 9 Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Formerly: SCH Holdings, Inc. There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: June 19, 2019 @ 1:00 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-6/5/2t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Carrie M. Ward, et al. 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. BROOKE L. HARRIMAN GAY A. HARRIMAN 1506 Unionville Road
Pocomoke A/R/T/A Pocomoke City, MD 21851 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-18-000343
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Notice is hereby given this 22nd day of May, 2019, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 1506 Unionville Road, Pocomoke A/R/T/A Pocomoke City, MD 21851, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 24th day of June, 2019, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 17th day of June, 2019. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $36,295.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy
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OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class: "B" BEERWINE License: 7 Day, By: Anjeeb Shrestha, 12046 Pimlico Lane, Berlin, Maryland 21811. For: Asian Garden, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Asian Garden 1509 Philadelphia Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: June 19, 2019 @ 1:15 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.
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Rural Legacy: right way to save land Worcester County Commissioner Ted Elder has a point, when he argues that something’s not right about using tax dollars to buy conservation easements from private property owners. It’s a little irritating when hundreds of thousands of dollars in state tax revenue is being used to enrich someone or some company for doing nothing more than agreeing to leave a piece of land in its current state. People wonder, as Elder does, whether the owner of a tract of land ever had any intention of developing the property. Could it be, one might wonder, that the owner is just cashing in on the state’s Rural Legacy Program bank account because it’s there, or is the owner actually teetering between subdividing the fields and building houses because he, she or it needs the money? That’s a tough question to answer, which gives rise to the doubts expressed by opponents of the program. Still, from a politically conservative point of view, philosophically speaking, it remains that if government wants open land off the market, the right thing to do is to pay for it, rather than take the other available approach of regulating away a property owner’s rights. That’s not as far-fetched as it might seem and it has already occurred in other instances, where major developments in open areas face an increasing number of restrictions because, apparently, the voters who put officials in office want it that way. It might not go down easy to see property and income tax revenue being used in this fashion, but if open space and agricultural land is worth saving — and make no mistake, we feel that it is — the fairest way to do that is by paying the landowner to do exactly that in perpetuity. It’s not cheap, but then again, the value of property is based on its highest and best use. In the case of the Rural Legacy Program, the price tag is based on the land’s highest use, so the best use can be preserved.
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Mansplain vs femsplain
Whoever came up with the term “mansplain,” to describe a man’s molecularly detailed explanation to a woman who, at that moment, would prefer getting a robo call from the Nail Fungus Association, has done the male world a big disservice. By One, it’s an extremely sexist thing to say, as would be Stewart strongly noted if the situation Dobson were reversed. Let’s say, hypothetically, that I said, “Stop femsplaining to me,” as someone else in this house goes on about why you really should separate lights from darks in the laundry, and that white stays white in hot water, colors don’t fade as much in cold water, that you use too much detergent anyway, and that you need to check your pockets first and … Why indeed. All I want to do is produce a pile of clean clothes that I can wad up and stuff in a drawer so I can do something more interesting, like watching baseball. Secondly, women have another option that men do not possess — the femstare, which is like femsplaining, but without the words. For instance, were you to argue in favor of laundry lumping over laundry separating, she wouldn’t have to say, “You know what? If we were surrounded by brain-eating zombies, you’d be spared.” No, to save time, she can just give you the femstare, or “The Look.” It says, in a non-verbal way, the same thing except you know it’s punctuated at the end by a vulgar term that sort of rhymes with casserole, as in “… you’d be spared, you casserole.” But if you were to say, “Stop femsplaining
to me,” or “stop femstaring at me,” you would run the risk of getting the nuclear option, which consists of one followed by the other for emphasis. “Let me tell you why I find that insulting,” she says and then follows up with a femstare that would fry a golf ball, “… you casserole.” Yet, men are not supposed to find “mansplaining” insulting, because men have been stereotyped as insensitive louts. This isn’t true, of course. Otherwise, Nordstrom’s wouldn’t carry more than 100 sensitive men products, so there. Anyway, mansplaining is supposed to mean explaining something in a condescending way to a woman, who, as it happens, is just as capable of doing the same thing: “Don’t you know what Consumer Reports says about using more detergent than you need? Let me explain so you’ll understand.” Besides, I believe going into detail about something everyone really needs to know is necessary to our advance as a species. “Okay,” you say at dinner after you’ve discussed the news of the day and get on to more vital topics, like how to tie your own fishing rigs: “Now, take the Carolina rig, for instance…” Or baseball. “Here’s something you didn’t know,” I’ll say, “the difference between a cut fastball and a screwball is that the cutter is kind of a reverse screwball except the velocity’s different and the pitcher’s grip is … “Stop mansplaining to me,” she interjects. “You femsplained to me today and I think it’s sexist and insulting.” Femstare follows, which says, “It’s meant to be, now shut up and eat your casserole, you …”
Letters Realtors express concerns over taxes Editor, I’m writing in response to a recent report from Town of Berlin officials regarding increased interest in town real estate, despite this year’s 18 percent property tax increase, 25 percent sewer rate increase, and 5 percent water rate increase. At a recent meeting of the Berlin Mayor and Council, Planning Director Dave Englehart told officials that his department has so far received seven building permit applications for new homes in 2019. Somehow, the town presented these seven building permits as proof that these drastic cost increases are not impacting the real estate industry. Like the rest of the country, our market struggles with inventory shortages and the high cost of new home construction limits our ability to provide our clients with high quality, affordable options. Therefore, we are thrilled to know that more homes are being built in Berlin. However, our numbers show that the market in Berlin is not doing as
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well this year as it did last year. According to the Bright Multiple List Service, which is used by all local Realtors to list available properties, the number of new listings in Berlin between January 2019 and May 2019 increased by 13.6 percent compared to the same time period last year. That’s more Berlin property owners putting their homes on the market. The number of home sales in the Town of Berlin between January 2019 and May 2019 decreased by eight percent compared to the same time period last year. The volume of real estate sold between January 2019 and May 2019 decreased by 5.3 percent. That’s less homes selling in Berlin. We want Berlin’s real estate market to be successful, not only for our members, but also for the property owners whose rights we are sworn to protect. While it is encouraging that the town is receiving building permits, to allude that the real estate market isn’t taking a hit, despite these drastic cost increases, is incorrect and misleading. Cameron Drew, Director Coastal Association of Realtors
‘Big Get-Together’ big success Editor, The second year of “The Big GetTogether” was a big success! I would like to personally thank everyone who contributed so generously to our fundraising event, held on May 22, at the Ocean City Center for the Arts. The Big Get-Together brought together tastings of craft beer, local wines, local food, original artwork, live music, and a “99 Bottles of Wine on the Wall” auction for a fun-filled evening that raised much-needed funds to support the programs of the Art League of Ocean City. A special thank you to Sandy Gillis and her OC Foodie Tour for bringing in tastings from Buxy’s Salty Dog Saloon, Candy Kitchen Shoppes, Dolle’s Candyland, Higgins Crab House, Longboard Café, OC Wasabi, Pit n Pub, Ripienos, Sanibel’s Oceanside 32, and Tailchasers. To Jamie Albright for coordinating the wall of wine and auction and to ShoreCraft Beer for lining up the craft beers tastings, and Windmill Creek Winery & Vineyards for the local wine
Page 60 tastings. Our gratitude also goes out to all who donated gift cards for our auction, including Angler, Coconuts, Creative Day Spa, Dolle’s Candyland, BLU/Embers, Fenwick Inn, Guido’s Burritos, Jolly Roger, OC Foodie Tour, Old Pro Golf, Pit n Pub, Ripley’s Believe It or Not, Roland Powell Convention Center, SeaQuest Fashions, Team Productions, Touch of Italy, and Windmill Creek. Thank you to Claire Esham for the wonderful music, and to all the wine donors who provided bottles for the auction. We also want to recognize the many volunteers to helped make this event possible, including Sandy Glassman, Kathy Bohs, Susan Burch, Marian Bickerstaff, Menat Elgadder, Becky Simonds and Shannon Southcomb. Art does “bring together” the best in all of us! Rina Thaler Executive Director Art League of Ocean City Ocean City Center for the Arts
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WORLD WAR II their support as the president embarked on his quest for an unprecedented third term, F.D.R. caved. The St. Louis then requested permission to enter Canada, but that country refused as well. Having no other alternative, it returned to Europe. On June 10, Belgium agreed to admit some of the passengers. Three days later, France, Great Britain, and Holland agreed to take the remainder. The ship first stopped in England, on June 16, where 288 of its passengers were allowed to disembark. From there, the St. Louis sailed to Antwerp, where the remaining 619 passengers disembarked. Belgium accepted 214, France, 224 and Holland, 181. Twenty-nine passengers had managed to disembark at Havana. Two were Cuban nationals, four were Spanish citizens, and 22 had valid U.S. visas. One had attempted suicide and was admitted to a Cuban hospital. Those who were accepted by Belgium were taken by special train to Brussels. Those who did not have family in the country, were then taken to a camp in Liege until they could be settled. Those passengers bound for Holland were transferred to the Dutch ship Jan van Arkel and transported to Rotterdam and placed in a refugee center. Those bound for France were transported, by ship, to Boulogne. They arrived on June 20 and the next day, were transported to destinations in France. Since the Reich had prohibited them from taking any money when they left, they were all penniless. All but one of the passengers allowed to disembark in England survived the war. That person was killed in an air raid in 1940. The statistics for the remainder are not so good. Before the German conquest of Western Europe, 87 managed to emigrate. Of the remainder, 254 died in the ensu-
ing Holocaust. The St. Louis debacle had been a propaganda triumph for the Reich. Those countries who were criticizing it for its treatment of the Jews, were exposed as hypocrites. In November, 2018, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau apologized for his country’s decision to deny entry to the St. Louis 80 years ago. Capt. Schroeder is recognized as one of the “Righteous Among Nations” at the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial in Jerusalem. 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. Next week: Tientsin Incident
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told him of “Operation Sunshine,” and “convinced” him to allow shore leave to some of the crew, including Schiendick, so the exchange was made. Now, however, Schiendick was in a hurry to return to the Fatherland, and put pressure on the captain to do so. Meanwhile, the St. Louis continued to sit in Havana harbor, while all the world watched. The U.S. ambassador, J. Butler Wright, met with Cuban Foreign MinisterMiguel Ángel de la Campa y Caraveda, who explained that the Cuban Cabinet would meet on Wednesday to decide the matter. At its meeting, the cabinet decided that no passengers would be permitted to disembark, even to make room for those who had booked passage back to Germany. The next day, two Americans from the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee — the “Joint” — arrived in Havana and persuaded the Cuban government to reopen negotiations. However, Dr. Brú insisted that the ship leave Cuban waters before he would discuss the matter further. He ordered the ship to depart within three hours. When the captain protested that he could not possibly comply, the president granted a reprieve until Friday, June 2, at 10 a.m. At the appointed time, the St. Louis sailed from Havana harbor into the Straits of Florida, where it milled around waiting for the negotiations to bear fruit. The Cubans wanted $500,000, which was the cost under current Cuban law. Eventually, negotiations failed. Word reached the ship that President Roosevelt had denied the ship permission to enter the U.S. Initially, he had been willing to allow entry, but under pressure from Secretary of State Cordell Hull, who had been a senator from Tennessee prior to his appointment, and with the threat that Southern Democrats would withhold
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Continued from Page 24 compliance with Cuban law. The ship arrived in Havana harbor early Saturday morning. At 3 a.m., the Cuban pilot (portrayed by Bernard Kay) boarded, but could not, or would not, answer any questions. Later that morning, Cuban police and immigration officials boarded the ship, but they also left without answering any questions. In the meantime, Clasing was meeting with Señor Benítez, who thought that $250,000 should convince the president to soften his position. Whether this would have done the trick, we’ll never know, for Clasing refused to pay. The company had already paid for landing permits for these passengers and many “bonuses” for Señor Benítez, and didn’t feel that it should be held up for more. There was a subplot. Unbeknownst to the captain, a member of his crew, Otto Schiendick (played by Helmut Greim), was a secret courier for Abwehr, the German spy agency. On this trip, he was charged with picking up secret documents about the U.S. military from the Abwehr agent in Cuba, Robert Hoffman (played by Günter Meisner). The code name for this mission was “Operation Sunshine.” Now, because of the semi-quarantine, in which the St. Louis found itself, the two Germans were having difficulty making the exchange. On Monday, while Clasing was dealing with immigration authorities, Hoffman was allowed to go aboard the ship in his place, but was not allowed to carry anything on board. There were 250 people awaiting passage back to Germany from Cuba, so Clasing was trying to get the Cubans to, at least, allow 250 passengers to disembark, so that the outbound passengers would have a place on the return trip. After he gained access to the ship, Hoffman approached the captain and
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Franchot recounts parents’ stories of WWII By Peter Franchot Contributing Writer (June 7, 2019) As Americans remember the sacrifices of the brave soldiers who stormed the beaches of Normandy 75 years ago this June 6, let us reflect on those who were lost, those who were wounded and those who survived the war to carry on. Their countless acts of courage turned the tide of the Nazi onslaught and stand unparalleled in world history. This anniversary also prompts me to recall my own parents’ part in the war effort – my father, Douglas Franchot Jr., served as a pilot in the South Pacific and my late mother, Janet Kerr, worked as a Rosie the Riveter at the Sikorsky Aircraft factory in Connecticut. They and thousands of their generation were inspired by a call to duty, a desire to serve their country and their shared belief of right over might. Operation Overlord – as the Allied attack was known – was the largest amphibious invasion in military history with more than 160,000 Allied troops, including our Canadian neighbors to the north and our British friends across the Atlantic. These courageous men fought their way onto the beaches of Utah, Gold, Sword, Juno and Omaha beaches,
scared, wounded and killed in the chaotic landings. But they were determined to face the Nazis’ assault as land mines and mortars exploded, as snipers perched in bunkers high above rained down machine gun fire and as cunningly placed anti-boat obstacles on the beaches entangled men in wire, mesh and wood as they stormed the fortified French coast. A few months ago, my father turned 97 years old. His service during World War II shaped his life and by extension, my own life. His sense of duty and service continues to resonant with me, my brothers and my own children. Over the years, Dad has shared a few stories of the missions he flew. He earned his wings to fly a B-24 bomber, also known as a Liberator, just after D-Day. By October, dad and my mother married. He flew B-24s throughout 1944 and 1945 as a co-pilot in the U.S. Navy Reserve. Dad said “D-Day was a huge risk for the United States and even Churchill did not want to invade Normandy, but Roosevelt insisted. It was a tough battle from the beginning. We were so focused on training for what we thought would be the invasion of Japan that we had hardly a minute to think about the European Theater.
“On D-Day it was all for one and one for all. I was focused 24/7 on my own responsibilities. D-Day was a huge battle but we were training around the clock for what we thought would be a bigger battle.” As a young pilot, dad and his buddies were eager to get into the action and to do their part for their country. The B-24s could carry a heavy bomb load, but it took a deft hand to control the lumbering aircraft at low speeds. “Without hydraulics, it was like a barn with engines,” dad said. “In early 1945, we got the PB4Y-2, (the Privateer), a much-improved, single-tailed version with hydraulic booster controls which made the plane much easier to fly on nine-hour anti-sub patrols. The original B-24 was very heavy on the controls, especially because of the high-wing loading of the long narrow Nordin wing. It was a real truck to fly.” Dad was fortunate to return home after serving his country, where he went on to finish his education, start a family and enjoy a long and distinguished legal career. On days like this 75th anniversary, the bravery and the sacrifices made by countless Americans like him makes me realize how very lucky my brothers and I are that our father survived the war. It also makes us appreciate what
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Douglas W. Franchot Jr. and Janet Kerr were married on Oct. 21, 1944.
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OBITUARIES JOHN RAYMOND BRYANT Pittsville John Raymond Bryant, age 54, died on May 24, 2019, at Peninsula Regional Hospital in Salisbury. Born in Seaford, Delaware, he was the son of the late William L. and Virginia Crainfield Bryant. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Joyce C. Bryant, and John Bryant children, Jonathan Andrew Bryant and his wife, Letty, of Salisbury, Jessica Young and her fiancé, Garrett Lewis, of Chincoteague, Erin Harris and Thomas Daisey of Pittsville, and Kelly Harris and Matthew Clark of Newport News, Virginia. There are six grandchildren, Haven Bryant, Armando Bryant, Andrew Thomas, Jaxon Young, Jonathan Bryant, Jr., and Thomas Daisey, ll, and numerous nieces and nephews. Also surviving is a brother, Daniel Boone Bryant and his wife, Debbie, of Bishopville, and a sister, Barbara DeKnight of Salisbury. Mr. Bryant had worked for Donoway Construction. A true sportsman, he loved hunting, fishing and followed NASCAR (Dale Earnhart, Sr. and Jr.) and the Baltimore Ravens. At home he enjoyed gardening and raising chickens. A funeral service was held on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at SonRise Church in Berlin, Maryland. Pastor Daryl McCready officiated. In lieu of flowers, a donation in his name may be made to: “John (Johnny Ray) Bryant Memorial Fund” GoFundMe web page. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. LINDA A. BARRETT Ocean City Linda A. Barrett, 75, of Ocean City, passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2019, in her home with family. She was born in York, Pennsylvania, on Aug. 18, 1943 as the oldest of five children.
She is survived by her brother, Rance Hulshart. She was preceded in death by her mother, Rosaleen T. Hulshart; step-father, Carl Hulshart; and her Linda Barrett siblings, Karen Sheely, Sheila Hess and Victor Lee Hulshart, all of York, Pennsylvania. She is survived by her children, Ronald Barrett and his wife, Hagit, Andrea Barrett-Robbins and her husband, Daniel, and Tara BarrettShrieves and her husband, Robert; 11 grandchildren, Michael Cooper, Ashleigh Lewis, Holland Lewis (Stephanie), Shawn Lewis, Daniel Robbins, Jr.(Courtney), Brianna Gravenor (Chase Treadwell), Kallie Gravenor, Maia Barrett, Karin Barrett, Jonathan Barrett and Jacqueline Barrett; six great-grandchildren, John David Cooper, Aubrey Cooper, Judson Cooper, Aurora Hayward, Jaxyn Bernstein, Jayce Lewis and Maverick Treadwell, as well as countless nieces, nephews and friends. Linda was a graduate of Albright College where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in psychology. Linda was an Ocean City business owner with her late husband, John David Barrett, for more than 30 years and worked as a care giver and volunteer at Diakonia Thrift Shop, Atlantic General Hospital and FORGE Youth and Family Academy. She loved spending time with other members of the community and was known for her kindness, smile and silly sense of humor, but her passion has always been with youth. Linda was often called “mom” by many during her involvement with her children in Worcester County schools from 1975 to 1990 and has spent the last four years as the official grandmother to dozens of youth members at FORGE Youth and Family Academy in Pittsville, Maryland. A brief memorial service and celebration of life was held at Fager’s Island in Ocean City on Sunday June 2, 2019. In honor of Linda and her passion for youth in the community and in lieu
of flowers, donations may be sent to: FORGE Youth and Family Academy, Inc. 5930 Box Iron Road, Girdletree, Maryland 21829. Arrangements are in the care of Eastern Shore Cremation and Funeral Service a division of Holloway Funeral Home, P.A., 504 Franklin Avenue, Berlin, MD 21811. Please visit www.easternshorecremation.com to express condolences to the family. CAROLYN MARIE KEYDASH Ocean City Carolyn Marie Keydash, age 71, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at her home in Ocean City. Born in Baltimore, she was the daughter of the late Melvin J. and Mary J. Keydash. She is survived by her husband, D. Glenn Savage; her brother, John Keydash of TenCarolyn Keydash nessee; her sisters, Carol Keydash of Ohio, Linda Cart and her husband, Louis, of Louisiana, Mary Keydash of California, and Susan Taylor and her husband, David, of Bishopville; and beloved god-children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins. Carolyn received her BS degree from Towson State (University) and her Masters in Engineering Science from Loyola University, Baltimore. She received an LPN degree (2002) and an RN degree (2003) from WorWic Tech, and later, a CRRN. She was one of the first women hired to be a “Good Humor” driver in the 1960s and one of the first women hired by IBM in 1976, to repair typewriters. She spent 23 years in the aerospace industry as a software and test engineer, and participated in space shuttle communication with Prince Georges County Public Schools. She was past president of NASAGoddard Amateur Radio Club. Carolyn also enjoyed traveling, which included Europe, and the short trek across the Himalayas. She had been employed as an RN with Health South Chesapeake Rehab
Center from 2003 to 2016. A mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Ocean City. Rev. Stanislao Esposito officiated. Interment was in Dale Cemetery in Whaleyville. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. DONALD BACHMAN HERR Selbyville Donald Bachman Herr, age 92, of Selbyville, loving husband and father, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 28, 2019. Don was born in Wilmington in 1927, the son of Ivan Witmer Herr and Addie Tanger Bachman Herr. Donald Herr He attended Wilmington area schools, graduating in 1945. He served with the Army Air Corps stationed in Germany. After the war, Don worked various jobs after returning home. Eventually he worked for the DuPont Company for 32 years, retiring in 1992. Don married the love of his life, Mildred Hiltebeitel in 1962. He was God’s greatest gift to her. Their family consisted of two sons and a daughter. Don was preceded in death by their eldest son, Robert H. Herr, who went home to be with the Lord in 2010. Their surviving children are Karl A. Herr of New Castle and Audrey C. Herr of Ocean View. Don also was preceded in death by his sister, Betty Jean Denver, and his brother, Ivan W. Herr Jr. Don was a member of St. Matthew’s By-The-Sea United Methodist Church, where he was affectionately known as “The Dancing Bear.” He was an usher and greeter who loved welcoming people to worship for over 20 years. He will be sorely missed there. He loved and enjoyed his wife and family, church family, neighbors and friends. Before successive illnesses and hospitalizations curtailed his life, Continued on Page 64
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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 63 Don enjoyed spending time with family and friends, reading, golfing, yard work, home improvements and shopping with his wife. God speed, Don, we love you and miss you more than we ever knew was possible! The family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the many family members, friends and healthcare workers at all the various facilities for the love, compassion and care extended to Don throughout his lengthy illness. May God bless each and every one of you! A memorial celebration of Don’s life will be held at St. Matthews ByThe-Sea U.M.C. on Saturday, June 8, 2019, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Bruce Miller presiding. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to: St. Matthews By-The-Sea United Methodist Church, 1000 Coastal Hwy., Fenwick Island, Delaware 19944. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com. CLETUS HOMER TAYLOR Pittsville Cletus Homer Taylor, age 84, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 30, 2019, at his home in Pittsville, Maryland. Born in Newark, Maryland, he was
the son of the late John Henry Taylor and Georgie Webb Taylor. He is survived by his wife, Katherine Truitt Taylor; sons, Cletus H. Taylor Jr. Cletus Taylor and Bruce A. Taylor (Stacey); daughter, Barbara A. Holloway; seven grandchildren, Hope, David, Amanda, Heather, Matthew, Christian and Daniel; one greatgrandchild, Peyton; nieces, nephews and host of friends. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, much loved by family and friends. A great practical joker, he was the biggest kid in the neighborhood. He loved playing checkers and cards and listening to his bluegrass and classic country. A man of many hobbies – crabbing, fishing, auto racing (had to be a Ford) – he knew nothing was ever complete without his family. He will be greatly missed by many. Services will be private. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin, Maryland. Letters of condolence may be sent to the family at www.burbagefuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in his memory to: Coastal Hospice at P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, Maryland 21802.
ROBERT ANTHONY KIGHT Ocean Pines Robert Anthony Kight will be greatly missed by his family and friends as he passes from this life to the next. Bobby was a big bear of a man who is loved by many for his gentleness with children, his generosity with his time and things, his raw humor, Robert Kight and his fierce opinions that were not easily swayed. He is known by God as one of His beloved and known by us as Bobby, UB, Big Bear, Bubba, Son, Brother, Funcle, Nephew, Cousin, Bulldog, The Chef, and Buddy. He was born in Washington, D.C. on Aug. 6, 1970, and died peacefully in his sleep on May 31, 2019, in Ocean Pines, Maryland. He was known as a gifted athlete with a sharp mind. Bobby loved playing, watching and everything about sports from the first time he watched the Cowboys on Monday Night Football to listening to the Yankees on his transistor radio while sitting on the beach. Always thirsty for knowledge, he was the epitome of a critical thinker and a fierce debater. For a family who is never quiet, we
are at a loss for words to express how much we love Bobby. He lives on through his family to whom he was always so loyal: parents, Bob and Ellen Kight; sister and brother, Marlene and Joel Marvin; brother and sister, Brian and Lauren Kight; brother and sister, Charlie and Jaclyn Kight; and his cherished nieces and nephew, Audrey, Lincoln, and Gianna. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, June 4, 2019, at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Interment followed at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Dagsboro, Delaware. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Lands End Fellowship, 102 Worcester St. Ocean City, Maryland 21842, where Bobby joyfully served a hearty meal and a warm conversation to all who entered. Letters of condolence may be sent to the family at www.burbagefuneralhome.com. ALEXANDER VINCENT ROSELLINI Baltimore/Ocean City Alexander Vincent “Sonny” Rosellini, 76, of Baltimore and Ocean City, Maryland, passed peacefully on May 29, 2019, in his home surrounded by family after a brief battle with cancer. Sonny is survived by his wife of 58 years, JoAnn; two daughters, Kimberly Coffey A. Rosellini and Rita Morsberger and her husband, Dell; five grandchildren, Jordan and Jacob Coffey, Brooke, Grant and Ryan Morsberger. He is also survived by his brother, Joseph Rosellini. He is predeceased by his father, Alesandro, and mother, Josephine, as well as a son-in-law, Tommy Coffey. Sonny owned the Valley View Inn in Parkville for over 30 years. Happiest in his shorts and Birkenstocks, he enjoyed his daily rounds of visiting friends and family. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on June 6, 2019 at St. Isaac Jogues in Parkville, Maryland. A reception followed at the Columbus Gardens in Nottingham, Maryland. A Celebration of Life will be held on June 13, 2019, from 1-4 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., Ocean City, Maryland 21842. Private interment will be in Moreland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to: Zaching Against Cancer Foundation, 6700 Alexander Bell Drive, Suite 185, Columbia, Maryland 21046. Arrangements are in the care of Eastern Shore Cremation and Funeral Service a division of Holloway Funeral Home, P.A., 504 Franklin Avenue, Berlin, Maryland 21811. Please visit www.easternshorecremation.com to express condolences to the family.
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(Left) The Uncle Keith crew caught and released the first white marlin of the season out of Ocean City, last Saturday. Pictured, from left, are Gary S. (who asked to not have his last name published), Jake Galioto and Phil Ingram. Capt. Dave Nolan took the photo. (Right) Steve Selander was the first Ocean City Marlin Club member to catch and release a white marlin this season. He is pictured with the billfish on Sunday aboard his boat, Hot Rod.
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Two ‘first’ white marlins to receive prize money By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (June 7, 2019) When the groups aboard the boats Uncle Keith and Hot Rod went offshore fishing last weekend, neither was looking for the first Ocean City white marlin of the season, but both just happened to stumble upon them. Dave Nolan trailered the Uncle Keith, a 27-foot Tolman Jumbo Skiff he built in his garage in 2011 and keeps at his home in Cecil County, Maryland, to Ocean City for a double-overnight trip last Friday. He debated tuna fishing, but since the mahi bite is hot, Nolan said they opted to go for the latter. Nolan, along with Phil Ingram, Jake Galioto and Gary S. (who asked to not have his last name published), headed offshore around 11:30 p.m. from Fisherman’s Marina in West Ocean City last Friday. Nolan said the crew started fishing around 5 a.m. on Saturday. They picked up two good-size mahi, Nolan said, before the action started. They came across a big bait ball between the Washington and Baltimore canyons in 73-degree water with a bunch of birds around it, and just like
that, two lines went off. The group had two white marlin bites. “It was pretty neat,” Nolan said. “It was within about 15 seconds of each other.” It was around 10:15-10:20 a.m. and after about six or seven minutes, Nolan said, that Galioto’s fish broke off. Gary S. fought the other marlin for about 10 minutes before it was at the boat, Nolan said. They measured the fish, took some photos and released it. Nolan said it measured about 66-67 inches from the lower jaw to the fork of the tail. He estimated it to weigh about 65 pounds. “It seemed pretty fat,” he said. “It looked pretty healthy.” They spotted a third white marlin, but it didn’t bite. Nolan said they had no clue it was the first white marlin out of Ocean City this season. “I figured someone had already claimed it,” he said. They fished the rest of the day Saturday and caught two more mahi, Nolan said. Three they caught ranged from 15-20 pounds, while the other was about 10 pounds, he added. During their trip, they also released
two hammerhead sharks and caught some sea bass, tilefish and mackerel. After sending out some text messages, Nolan said the crew discovered they had released the first white marlin of the season. “We were thrilled. There’s so many good fishermen in Ocean City. We were just lucky. In the right place at the right time,” he said. “We usually tuna fish. We never try to fish for marlin on purpose. It’s usually a by-catch.” In his 30 years of fishing, Nolan said he has released five white marlins and one blue marlin. The crew will receive a total of $11,000. One check for $5,000 will come from the Town of Ocean City and a check for $6,000 will be presented by the Fishermen United of Ocean City, which is made up of the Bank of Ocean City, Bahia Marina, Coastal Fisherman, Sunset Marina, Ocean City Fishing Center and Atlantic Tackle. The Ocean City Marlin Club also offers a $5,000 prize to the club member who catches the first white marlin of the season, which was still available because the Uncle Keith had none on board. It wasn’t long though until that award was claimed.
On Sunday, Steve Selander decided to take his new, custom 33-foot boat, Hot Rod, offshore to catch some bluefin tuna. Joining him was his sonin-law, Riley McCabe. “It was kind of a shakedown trip to get the boat out,” he said. They left around 6 a.m. from the Ocean City Fishing Center in West Ocean City. While fishing for tuna in the Hot Dog area offshore in 64.5-degree water, a white marlin took their bait. “It’s unusual to catch a marlin in 64.5-degree water. We were surprised,” he said. “That’s cold water for a white.” It took Selander about 15-20 minutes to get the billfish to the boat. They took a few quick pictures, then released it around 9:10 a.m. “It was a nice-size white marlin,” he said. “It was a nice fish.” He estimated it to weigh about 7075 pounds. They released a few skipjack tunas during their trip but headed back to shore early. “We were done around 11:30 [a.m.]. We made a short day of it,” he said. “The marlin was definitely a bonus for See GROUPS Page 66
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Decatur lacrosse players presented awards By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (June 7, 2019) Several Stephen Decatur lacrosse players were honored with All-Bayside South Conference awards for their performances during the spring season. Decatur senior captain Xan Johnston was named Co-Defensive Player of the Year with senior Stevie Mancha of Parkside. “Xan was consistently the vocal leader for our defense this season. He has phenomenal on-ball defense and takeaway ability,” said Decatur Coach “Hoffy” Hoffman. “Once he has the ball he is also an offensive threat with the lacrosse IQ to know when it’s the right time to push the pace.” Johnston signed his National Letter of Intent to play lacrosse at Division II Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida, in December.
“I’m excited to see what he will accomplish at the next level,” Hoffman said. “I know the team and myself will miss his intensity, drive and motivation for excellence next season.” Johnston also received All-Bayside South First Team Defense accolades with teammate Andrew Ball, a junior. Senior captain Chase Porter scored a spot on the First Team Attack. Junior captain Eric Gwin and freshman Austin Airey received Second Team Attack honors. Porter led the team this season with 38 goals and 21 assists. Gwin was second with 33 goals and 25 assists. Senior captain Kevin Beck was presented Second Team Midfield distinction. Honorable mention awards went to Decatur junior goalie Tony Scafone and sophomores Riley Rayne and John James.
Decatur finished the season with an 11-4 record. Hoffman thought the season, his first as head coach, went well overall. “We set the bar really high and most, if not all of them, rose to the challenge. I can’t be any prouder of the kids,” Hoffman said. “They bought into the system and were willing to do whatever it took to win. They’re a great group of kids.” Junior midfielder Sarah Engle was named Co-Player of the Year for girls’ lacrosse with Parkside’s Leah Vilov. “Sarah is an amazing player. She’s smart, she has great stick work [and] she makes things happen all over the field,” said Decatur Coach Sara Braniecki. “She has a huge impact on our offensive and defensive end of the field and she does an enormous amount of work in the midfield. She leads our team in goals and draw controls. She also has great work ethic, always trying to improve her game, and she is a great influence on her teammates.” Engle finished the season with 49 goals, 17 assists and 64 draw controls. She has verbally committed to Division I Loyola University in Baltimore. She plans to sign her National Letter of Intent as a senior in the fall. Braniecki said she is looking forward to having Engle for one more season.
“It’s very exciting,” she said. “Her and the other girls that she’s been playing with for a long time are a huge part of our team, so next year should be fun and productive.” Engle also received Bayside South First Team accolades along with teammates, senior captains Kennedy Duke (defense) and Logan Townsend (defense), juniors Ellie Dutton (attack), Alyssa Romano (midfield) and Isy Kristick (goalie), and sophomore Brittyn Leonard (attack). Second Team awards were presented to freshman Darby Moore (attack), sophomore Julianna Fohner (defense) and junior Abby Yesko (attack). Decatur finished with a 10-6 overall record. The Lady Seahawks won the 3A East Region championship to advance to the state semifinals. It was the team’s fifth regional title in the last six years, seventh this decade, and the ninth in the last 14 seasons. “Midway through the season, I’m not sure many people would have predicted us winning a regional championship and heading to the state semifinals,” Braniecki said. “But there was one thing we held on to as a team – we always, always, work hard and continue to get better until the last game. And they did that.”
Hot Rod captain and owner Steve Selander caught and released the first white marlin of the season by an Ocean City Marlin Club member, on Sunday.
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Groups out tuna, mahi fishing Continued from Page 65 us.” Selander said he had an idea it was the first white marlin for the club. “We were just going out for fun. No pressure,” he said. “It was all good. I’m happy. The boat ran well. It was a good day overall.” Selander, who has been fishing out of Ocean City for more than 25 years,
said he has caught and released hundreds of marlin. The Berlin resident ran a charter boat for about 20 years. He sold that bigger boat and bought the 33-footer a few months ago “to have something to fish on for fun.” As a Marlin Club member, he will receive the organization’s $5,000 prize.
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SD baseball players earn awards By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (June 7, 2019) Six Stephen Decatur baseball players were presented Bayside Conference South awards for their performances during the spring season. Seniors Ridge Watson and Hayden Snelsire earned First Team Bayside South Awards. Snelsire was also named Pitcher of the Year. During his senior year, Snelsire threw 41.1 innings in nine games. He struck out 65, walked 12 and allowed
29 hits and 11 runs (three earned runs). His earned run average for the season was .508. “He had a great career,” said Decatur Coach Rich Ferro. “[He was] huge for us for three years. [A] great teammate and leader.” Snelsire has committed to play baseball for Division III RandolphMacon College in Ashland, Virginia. Sophomore Evan Truitt and junior Blake Marshall took home Second Team accolades. Honorable mention honors went
to seniors Brett Berquist and Jack Rosenberg. Decatur finished the season with a 14-6 record. “We won a lot of baseball games and we beat some teams that probably didn’t expect for us to beat them,” Ferro said. “They exceeded expectations. They’re good ballplayers the way they competed and held us in every game, and it was great to have young kids helping us out. We had a lot of guys not varsity experienced, but they battled and that’s all we ask of them.”
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Mako Mania tourney begins today, runs through Sunday By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (June 7, 2019) Mako and thresher sharks have moved into the area and several have been landed, which bodes well for the 23rd annual Mako Mania Tournament, which begins today, Friday, and runs through Sunday. “It looks like things are starting to heat up,” Earl Conley, co-director of Mako Mania, said earlier this week. “If we have good weather, it could be a record-breaking tournament.” The entry fee is $500 per boat for up to four anglers. Two additional anglers — to make a six-person team — may be added to a boat for $50 each. There is a one-day (different team) entry fee of $300 for charter boats. To be eligible, the boat must already be entered with a team that is fishing two of the three tournament days. The third day may be fished with a different group. Although crews can still enter the tournament, the deadline to participate in the added-entry level calcuttas was Thursday. Anglers will fish two of three days, Friday through Sunday, June 7-9. All fish must be weighed at Bahia Marina on 22nd Street, bayside. Scales will open at 3:30 p.m. and close at 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to watch the weigh-ins, which typically draw a large crowd. This tournament has added-entry categories, or wagering pools, for the heaviest thresher sharks, makos and bluefish, as well as mako releases. Prize money will be awarded for the three heaviest mako and thresher sharks and top two bluefish brought to the scale, in addition to the top three mako releases. The team that released the most sharks will receive the “W.W. Harman” $1,000 award. An awards ceremony will take place after the scale closes on the final fishing day. Last March, National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced the recreational minimum
size limit for Atlantic Shortfin Mako Sharks was increased to 83 inches (fork length). This was implemented to address overfishing of the species. The minimum previously was 54 inches. The measure was effective until Aug. 29, with a possible extension of up to an additional 186 days. As of March 3, 2019, the final ruling separates size limits for males (71-inch minimum) and females (83-inch minimum). Thirty-seven boats carrying 176 anglers participated in the 2018 Mako Mania. Nearly $87,600 was presented to tournament winners. Steve Randazzo’s mako, caught aboard FOMO, measured exactly 83 inches and weighed 200.9 pounds. The crew was awarded $28,900, which included the bonus $1,000 Winner Takes All for largest mako. An estimated 50 sharks were released during the 2018 tournament, although not all boat release reports were submitted to event officials. The SeaMent crew released six makos to take first place in the division. The team was presented $17,700. They also earned the $1,000 “W.W. Harman” award for releasing the most makos. The Portabella team released three makos and won $3,159. The Absolute Pleasure and Siren crews released two makos each. Absolute Pleasure released its last mako earlier in the day, so the group finished in third place. They took home $8,667. The Siren team was awarded $3,690. The Nontypical crew pocketed $684 for releasing one mako. Nick Skidmore aboard Fish-Full Thinking, landed a 644.9-pound thresher. The crew received $6,225 for the first-place catch. His teammate, Brandon Miller, hooked a 183.3-pound thresher the day before, which finished in third place. It was worth $1,890. SeaMent angler Ed Ream landed a 355.2-pound thresher, good for second place and $10,035. The Teaser crew swept the bluefish
Young players compete in the Sand Duels Beach Soccer Challenge, between Wicomico and North Division streets, last year.
Annual Sand Duels Soccer Challenge hits resort beach By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) The 25th annual Sand Duels Soccer Challenge will take place on the beach between North Division and Wicomico streets, this Saturday and Sunday. “It is amazing to watch teams start out at our youngest under eight division and now play in our adult divisions,” President of Soccer Event Services Kerrie Snead said. “We are lucky to have created friendships with many of the teams we get to see each June.” The event consists of men’s, women’s, coed, youth and senior divisions. Players range in age from 8-80 years old. Competitions will take place from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Around 800 games will be played throughout the weekend. “Due to the continued support from the [Town] of Ocean City, our event is something many teams look forward to their whole season,” Snead said. “Our tournament allows both younger and experienced players to develop their talents in a competitive, yet fun environment on the beach.” division. Randy Garner’s 2.2-pound bluefish took first and Ricky Winsor’s 2-pounder placed second. The team received $5,640. For information about Mako Mania, call 410-289-7438.
Games will be played on 24 fields, starting at 8 a.m. on Saturday. Five hundred teams comprised of more than 5,000 players will compete throughout the weekend. “This is a great family event that combines soccer with the gorgeous beach Ocean City has to offer,” Snead said. “It’s a good competition but also a fun end to many team’s seasons.” There are different sections throughout the day. Players who participate in the morning competitions will finish at 2 p.m. New teams will begin at 2 p.m. and play until about 8 p.m., leaving plenty of opportunities for players to explore Ocean City. “Everyone’s guaranteed three games,” Snead said. “Then, we give awards in first and second for every division.” To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the event, a special tournament Tshirt will be available for purchase as well as additional merchandise. Beachgoers can observe the competitions for free, and a 30-foot soccer ball tent used as headquarters will be set up for any questions regarding the tournament. Later in the season, there will be the first adult-only tournament held Saturday, July 27, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information or to sign up for next year, check out ocbeachsoccer.com, “Sand Duels Beach Soccer” on Facebook, or call 443-277-2600.
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ESA Surf Contest next weekend in Ocean City By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) The second round of the 51st annual Eastern Surfing Association (ESA) Summer Surf Series is scheduled to take place next Saturday, June 15, where amateur surfers can compete to win prizes and a chance to qualify for the ESA Mid-Atlantic Regional Championship and the ESA Eastern Surfing Championship. Competitors of all ages will participate in divisions including Bodyboard, Shortboard, Longboard and Stand Up Paddleboard. There is also an “Open” division for Shortboard and Bodyboard where all age divisions are eligible to compete. Competitors must arrive to the designated ready area 15 minutes before their competition begins. Next Saturday’s event will take place on 48th Street from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., weather permitting. Competitors should arrive at 7:30 a.m. The deadline to sign up for this event is Thursday, June 13. Depending on Saturday’s weather, the competition could be moved to Sunday. Competitors should check the Delmarva ESA Facebook page for updates. The first contest of the 2019 Summer Surf Series was held May 11 on 35th Street in Ocean City. More than 50 competitors ages 8-58 participated in the event. “The conditions that day were surprisingly better than the forecast [called] for,” Executive Director Michelle Sommers said. “Everyone had fun and the rain held off.”
OC Surf Fest will host professional surfers, Sunday By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (June 7, 2019) The Ocean City Surf Club will present OC Surf Fest this weekend. Festivities will kick off tonight, Friday, at Barn 34 on 34th Street, from 6-9 p.m. Competitions in the ocean behind Castle in the Sand hotel on 37th Street will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The event has taken place the past five years and was formerly called “Longboard Weekend Pro Surf Contest.” “We are a nonprofit organization that raises money for educational scholarships, youth mentoring programs, environmental programs and youth volunteer programs, and we do a lot of charity and community service for the community,” OC Surf Club President Tommy Vach said. “This is one of our largest fundraisers.” See OC Page 70
Sommers estimated earlier this week that there will be around 50 competitors for next weekend’s competition. “Everybody has a great time,” she said. “[ESA] actually incorporates everybody to help. They ask a lot of the kids to help set up and carry things off the beach and really includes everybody to feel like they’re a part of it.” Winners of the 24 divisions will also be competing for points to earn prizes at the awards banquet held in the fall. The third and fifth contests will take place in Ocean City on July 13 and Sept. 28, both on 35th Street. The deadline for these contests is July 11 and Sept. 26, respectively. The third contest will be the Maryland State Surfing Championship. The fourth and sixth events will be held at Assateague State Park on Aug. 17 and Oct. 12. The deadlines to sign up for these two events are Aug. 15 and Oct. 10, respectively. “You don’t have to be a competitive surfer to try it out,” Sommers said. “We have a lot of women that enjoy going out surfing together. We kind of offer all levels. We want to drive people in so they don’t think that you have to be a hardcore surfer. We want people to come and have fun.” This year, there will be an open body division for all ages; it will no longer be separated from children to adults. In addition, the contest will now include a
Girls U-12 division instead an overall U12 division. “We are partnering up with the WSL, which is the World Surf League … which a lot of [surfers] know that’s where Kelly Slater and that’s where all the pros go,” Sommers said. “All the surfers and the kids … that’s their dream is to end up on the WSL. “We’ve partnered with them, and our competitors this year who are surfing in our local district will qualify to compete at our championship events for next year,” she continued. “From those events they can qualify to get into some East Coast WSL events, so it’s pretty exciting.” Each division will have trophies and plaques, as well as sponsor-donated prizes given away. The list of sponsors can be found at surfesa.org. Surf Series participants must be ESA members. A family memberships costs $150, or $75 for an individual. A fee of $25 covers the first event during each contest, and $10 for every other division after. Supporting membership cost $35 and is for non-competitors. To become a lifetime member the cost is $1,000 (includes five divisions). Founded in 1967 by East Coast Surfers, ESA was created to promote, preserve and protect the sport of surfing on the East Coast. ESA is dedicated to the sport of amateur surfing, as well as the operation of a program of amateur
competition for surfers of all ages and abilities. In addition, ESA promotes the establishment and preservation of free access to a clean shoreline and ocean environment. ESA is the largest amateur surfing association in the world. The association’s activities are organized into 25 districts, which extend along nearly 2,000 miles of coastline. Stretching from Maine through the Gulf Coast of Florida, Alabama and the Great Lakes, each district’s programs are developed and operated by a dedicated group of volunteer directors and staff. Scheduling info can be found on the delmarva.surfesa.org website or Delmarva ESA Facebook. Updates on ESA’s website and social media will be frequent since the association will occasionally have to make adjustments due to surf/weather forecast. Anyone interested in signing up for the events can do so at Delmarva.surfsignup.com. A list of events can be found on the Delmarva ESA Facebook page and Delmarva website, delmarva.surfesa.org. Those who are looking for age-specific events can find the age divisions at www.surfesa.org. Questions can be sent to delmarva@surfesa.org or through messenger on Delmarva ESA’s Facebook page.
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Brine Beach Lax Festival matches in OC and Berlin By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (June 7, 2019) Hundreds of lacrosse players will compete on fields all over Worcester County during the annual Brine Beach Lacrosse Festival, hosted by Aloha Tournaments. “The boys’ and girls’ tournaments will offer a variety of play from rec programs through elite club programs,” said Kathy Welsh, customer service coordinator with Aloha Tournaments. More than 70 girls’ teams and over 110 boys’ squads are slated to participate. Players range in age from 7-14 years old. Girls’ competition will begin today, Friday, at 6 p.m. at Northside Park on 125th Street. Games will take place all weekend at the park. Boys’ matches will start Saturday morning at 8 a.m. Play will continue throughout the day and again on Sunday. Boys’ competitions will be held at River Soccer Complex in Frankford, Delaware, North Worcester Sports Complex on Route 113 in Berlin and at Seaside Christian Academy in West Ocean City. The championship matches will
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OC Surf Fest at 37th St. this wknd. Continued from Page 69 Last year, the Surf Club raised nearly $10,000 for local scholarships. Vach hopes to raise even more money this year. On Friday, the Surf Club will host a Legends Induction and kickoff party at Barns 34 from 6-9 p.m., which is open to the public. Surfers who have contributed to the area and were positive role models for the community will be honored. Hors d’oeuvres and drink specials will be available. New this year, the Ocean City Beach Patrol will perform a live rescue demonstration. “They’re going to have live victims out in the ocean and they’re going to rescue them from riptides and [demonstrate] lifeline rescues, and head, neck and injury rescue,” Vach said. On Saturday, “Anything Goes” is take place on Sunday. According to the event website, “one of the most popular tournaments of the summer, Brine Beach Lax attracts the top teams from the area to Ocean City every year.” For more information about the tournaments, call 410-252-5642, visit www.alohatournaments.com or email info@alohatournaments.com.
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open to surfers of all ages and ability. Twelve teams have already signed up. Participants will be allowed to ride whatever board they want. There will be activities for children, giveaways handed out and Ocean City Surf Club membership discounts will be offered on the beach. On Sunday, pro-surfing contest, “Walk Da Plank,” will showcase some of the best pro long boarders in the country, competing for prizes and up to $5,000. This year, the surf club expects 12-13 professional surfers to compete. “These guys are the real deal … they are professionals,” Vach said. “They compete in contests all across the country and it’s very entertaining. These guys do maneuvers that are really impressive.
“It’s a great weekend,” he continued. “A lot of people like to come out. We play music all day and we do commentary on the surfing scene and so it’s just high energy, lots of fun and we encourage everybody to come out whether you’re surfing enthusiasts or not.” Slots are still available for teams to compete. Participation costs $250 for a team of five. Teams can sign up until Saturday at 8:30 a.m. There is no fee to watch the competitions. “We’re very thankful for all the sponsorships that come out and make this all happen,” Vach said. “It is a pretty big event for the surf community here.” For more information, contact Vach at 443-366-5885, or email tommy@voxpopms.com. Visit oceancitysurfclub.org to learn more.
Annual Worcester Co. GOLD golf tournament, June 19 Organization searching for participants, sponsors and volunteers for fundraiser (June 7, 2019) Worcester County GOLD (Giving Other Lives Dignity), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has scheduled its fifth annual GOLD on the Green Golf Tournament fundraiser on Wednesday, June 19 at Ocean City Golf Club’s Newport Bay Course in Berlin. This is GOLD’s major annual fundraising event. Not a golfer? Promotional opportunities for businesses, including sponsorships, are available. GOLD is requesting donations of items for golfers’ gift bags, which can include a business logo, and raffle and award prizes. Monetary donations are greatly appreciated. The 18-hole golf tournament will be a scramble format, with registration and lunch at 12:30 p.m. and a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. A buffet awards dinner with carving station follows the tournament. Appreciation goes out again to the 2018 GOLD on the Green Golf Tournament’s generous sponsors: Pedar B. Didriksen DDS; Jim & Jan Perdue; Eric Vinson & Company; Bergey & Company, P.A.; Taylor Bank; Coastal Drapery & Blinds; Coates, Coates & Coates, P.A.; Lawn Doctor; Mirror Salon; Barbely’s Landscape; River
Run Community; Aflac/Kevin Bowen; Atlantic General Hospital; Berlin Oral Surgery; Bluewater Development; and Cards Technology. All proceeds will benefit GOLD’s emergency assistance programs for Worcester County residents who experience an unexpected crisis while already living in poverty and low-income circumstances. During 2018, GOLD provided vital support for 919 families, which included 1,292 adults and 1,468 children, for a total of 2,760 Worcester County residents served. Assistance was provided to help avoid eviction, prevent disconnection of utilities or reconnect services, provide food and clothing, meet urgent medical needs, provide crucial transportation, assist children transitioning from homes into foster care, and to provide items to meet basic needs for infants, young children, vulnerable adults and those who are homeless. Event registration forms are available on GOLD’s website, www.WorcesterCountyGOLD.org, and at Facebook.com/WorcesterGOLD. For more information about the tournament or information on how to become a sponsor or donate items for the golfer gift bags, contact Sandy Sipes, GOLD executive director, at 410-677-6830 or email WorcesterCountyGOLD@gmail.com.
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