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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) The hunt for Ocean City’s next fire chief concluded this week with the confirmation of Rich Bowers, a four-decade first responder veteran who previously filled similar roles in Montgomery County, Maryland and Fairfax County, Virginia. Chief Bowers was introduced after being confirmed before the mayor and City Council work session on Tuesday. While expressing gratitude to receive the nod to assume the resort’s top fire official position, Bowers sounded prepared to hit the ground running. “I don’t want to spend a lot of time speaking, I want to spend a lot of time doing,” he said. “We have a drill tonight which I’m looking forward to.” Speaking on Wednesday,
City Manager Doug Miller expanded on the hiring process that began following the departure of Rich Bowers former Fire Chief Chris Larmore, who resigned in March and who was the first chief of the combined paid department and volunteer company. “We teamed up with the volunteer fire company and in the first phase we developed a profile of our new chief,” he said. After coordinating the qualification criteria, Miller said advertisements were placed in fire industry publications and online job sites. Those solicitations yielded 77 applicants on a list that was pared down to a top 10 with input from volunteer fire company leadership, Miller said. Miller said a half a dozen of the applicants were external candidates, with the balance coming from the resort See FIRE Page 69
School workgroup’s makeup irks local officials State committee examining how to split aid to schools has only metro area reps By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) The absence of representation for Eastern Shore counties on the Kirwan Commission’s new funding formula workgroup has
left local officials fuming and doubtful that the group’s findings will benefit Worcester County public schools. The Kirwan Commission workgroup, whose membership was announced last week, is a subcommittee of sorts charged with finding better ways to allocate millions of dollars in state funding to improve the state’s schools. Dr. Jon Andes, executive director
of the Eastern Shore of Maryland Educational Consortium, and former Worcester County school superintendent, said this group would work to decide how roughly $855 million would be distributed throughout the state. He added there would be about $725 million on the table for fiscal years 2021 and 2022, “with a potential of an additional $130 million.”
However, the work group does not fully represent the entire state’s interests, he said. “[The] 13-member commission that’s been appointed [is] all western shore folks,” Andes said. “There’s no one from the Eastern Shore or no one from rural communities on the commission.” Senate President Mike Miller and See WORKGROUP’S Page 68
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Bigger buses or more bucks to lure drivers By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) Increasing driver wages and acquiring additional articulating buses were two points the Transportation Committee deemed worthy of further attention during a discussion about bus service this week. Transit Manager Mark Rickards began the conversation Tuesday with a review of early season bus ridership numbers, which he said despite a one percent dip, are essentially mirroring last year. “We could look at what we did last year and expect to do the same thing this year, with weather being the biggest variable,” he said. Rickards also noted arrival times have not topped 10 minutes since inseason bus service began on Memorial Day Weekend “We’re consistently serving our stops and passengers,” he said. “They see a bus every 10 minutes or less.” Transit Operations Manager Steve Bartlett said the bigger challenge surrounds scheduling. “Attendance is the biggest problem,” he said. Bartlett said for the dozen-plus years he has overseen transit operations, the seasonal staff has been comprised largely of retirees, who are highly reliable, but only to a point. “They spent their entire careers
missing birthdays [and] cookouts,” he said. “When they decide that they’re not coming in … they don’t come in.” Noting some years prove more challenging, Bartlett said 2019 is off to an inauspicious beginning. “Before we even got into Springfest, I had 15 requests for days off going all the way up to September,” he said. Past attempts to rein in the number of days missed during the season have proven futile, Bartlett said. “I can deny the requests to take off but they don’t show up anyway,” he said. “Luckily we have a lot of staff that will step up and we’re covering the bases.” Highlighting this year’s seasonal numbers, Bartlett said at this point 108 drivers are on staff, with an influx of about a half dozen more anticipated with the end of school this week. “I have been looking for this season for 129,” he said. Although the summer is just underway, Public Works Director Hal Adkins said additional staff is being sought. “We didn’t stop recruiting,” he said. Mayor Rick Meehan suggested new angles might be required to lure seasonal drivers. “It just shows we need to look at other ways to attract drivers,” he said. Bartlett said he worked closely with Human Resources Director Wayne Evans to explore fresh avenues for staff
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recruitment this season. “We pulled out all the stops,” he said. “We did stuff this year that we’ve never done before.” In addition to having a presence at several previously untested job fairs, transportation department seasonal positions were advertised on different online job platforms, most notable “indeed.” “For the first time ever … we paid for learners permits and driving records for people that were in need,” he said. “I don’t know where else we can look to try and recruit.” Highlighting Bartlett’s desire to hire 129 bus drivers, Councilman Tony DeLuca said the staffing numbers have been trending down for the past three years. “If you look at 2017 we’re continually going down,” he said. “The goal was 150-155 in 2017 and this year was 129, but [right] now we’re at 108.” DeLuca also confirmed with Rickards that unforeseen absences are covered by other staff working overtime hours. “That is what happens when you don’t have enough people,” he said. Noting that special focus was paid to driver recruitment in 2017, DeLuca suggested revamping methodology. “All the metrics in town are positive… weather has been phenomenal and buses are down,” he said.
Bartlett said in 2017 the CDL training class for seasonal bus drivers topped 50 participants. “That was the largest class we’ve ever done,” he said. In 2018 that figure dropped in half to 25, which was reduced further this year, Bartlett said. “We need to figure out where else this workforce is coming from,” he said. Budget Manager Jennie Knapp asked how many of 2017’s bumper crop of CDL trainees are still employed with the department. “Probably half are still here,” Bartlett said. “The majority left for fulltime … benefitted employment. I’ve got half a dozen doing over the road trucking.” Councilman Dennis Dare said a roughly one percent drop in ridership does not necessarily reflect poorly on the home team. “It just suggests to me there’s less people out there riding the bus,” he said. Dare also said ridership challenges are part of the transportation trend nationally, principally due to the advent and burgeoning popularity of ride share services. “If you’re meeting the schedule, having twice as many drivers as you need isn’t going to increase the ridership,” he said. Touching on concerns voiced iniSee COUNCIL Page 5
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Council mulls means to boost transit riders Continued from Page 4 tially by DeLuca about over-crowded buses being forced to pass up passengers, Dare suggested acquiring additional 60-foot articulating buses. Bartlett said the pair of articulating buses the city currently owns has proven their worth. “It’s a phenomenal piece of equipment that works well ... it’s two buses,” he said. Adkins said he has previously suggested having a half-dozen of the larger buses. Dare said to acquire new units by next season, which tally around $750,000 each, the process would need to get underway in short order.
Knapp said the upcoming fiscal 2021 Maryland Mass Transit Authority Grant agreement is due next March. Rickards said if that funding source is denied, other federal grant opportunities might be available. Turning to wages, Dare said higher pay might equate to a higher caliber of employee. “If you want to attract more people, and you want them not to call in sick, you’ve got to make it attractive,” he said. “They’re worth that to the operations.” Meehan said the proposed pay raise should be contingent on performance. “When they call in and don’t work when they’re scheduled, they’re gone,” he said. “Right now, we’re not able to
do that.” Meehan suggested the committee resume the conversation in a few months after compiling salary recommendations and analyzing current overtime costs. Knapp raised the specter of pending updates to the city’s various pay tables in light of increased minimum wage rates in Maryland. Dare made a motion, which was approved by voting members Meehan and DeLuca, to provide updates on funding efforts to purchase more articulating buses at the next Transportation Committee meeting. Dare also said a cost analysis is required to determine the bottom line
benefit of boosting driver pay scales. Meehan said with the upcoming changes to state minimum wage rates, the fiscal data would take several months to compile. “We need to know if the trends in public transportation in other areas are going up or down,” he said. Dare made an additional motion, also unanimously approved, to have Evans begin researching driver salaries. Meehan said regardless of future steps the goal should be more reliable staffing. “We need to get in an equity position where you’re in control of that schedule,” he said.
problem,” Higgins said. “I propose that we take the $83,494 and assign it … [to a] fund balance as of June 30, 2019 to fund this important grant.” Jim Bunting moved to approve the funding proposal, which Mitrecic seconded.
itary Service Area following a unanimous vote from the commissioners. Public Works Director John Tustin said Crabs To Go Inc. and Grays Corner LLC. issued a check for $121,380 to the county for the EDUs. He added six EDUs would be allocated for the business with plans to use the remaining four on other land parcels. Commissioner Joseph Mitrecic moved to approve the funding proposal, which Commissioner Jim Bunting seconded.
WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS BRIEFS By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) The Worcester County Commissioners approved several matters during their session last Tuesday:
Contract renewed The commissioners approved the renewal of a legal research database service. County Attorney Maureen Howarth said the contract for the service, Westlaw Next, expires June 30. The contract lasts three years, and includes a 3 percent increase, according to Howarth. She added that the increase was included in the previous contract. Commissioner Joshua Nordstrom moved to approve the contract renewal, and Mitrecic seconded it.
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ers approved the funding for safety initiatives at Worcester County Public Schools. The funding would pay for the installation of 313 interior security cameras at 13 Worcester County public schools, as well as portable emergency radios at the elementary and middle schools, according to Superintendent Lou Taylor. Taylor also said the security projects would cost $164,501. He added the state’s school safety grant program and Interagency Commission on School Construction provided $81,007 in grant money. Taylor asked the commissioners to cover the remaining $83,494 as part of a “local funding match requirement.” During previous budget deliberations, Chief Administrative Officer Harold Higgins said he thought he’d be able to include the radios, but expressed his apologies to education officials. “It was my confusion that we’d be able to apply purchases of the radios to this school safety funding grant and because of that … I offer a solution to this
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Worcester County Hazard Mitigation Plan gets updates Continued from Page 3 The Worcester County Hazard Mitigation Plan was originally adopted in 2006 and then again in 2014. Comprehensive updates are required by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The 2019 plan update is multi-jurisdictional in scope. The plan update will include unincorporated areas of Worcester County and the towns of Berlin, City of Pocomoke, and Snow Hill. The first step in the planning process involves the identification of key stakeholders to serve on the planning committee. Forty-eight people from various agencies, departments, organizations and municipalities joined Worcester County Emergency Services at the plan development kick-off meeting on May 22 at the Berlin Branch of the Worcester County Library. The plan will be developed over the summer months. Additional information developed over the course of the planning process will be posted on the county website at www.co.worcester.md.us/departments/emergency. For more information on the plan development process and how to participate, call WCES Planner Christina Vickers at 410-632-1315.
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Boardwalk ‘butt huts’ final placement comes into focus By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) On the brink of installing new cigarette “butt huts” at street ends west of the Boardwalk, the Ocean City Council approved final details this week concerning signs and receptacle placement to launch a campaign to recycle the planet’s most common form of litter. City Manager Doug Miller said previous discussions of the downside of instituting a smoking ban on the
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OC looking to expand effort to recycle tossed cigarettes Continued from Page 6 on instituting the plan without creating unintended consequences. Adkins said of primary concern is inadvertently clogging sidewalk and ramp entrances to the Boardwalk with huddled tobacco consumers billowing smoke. Adkins explained precise placement of butt receptacles has the added hurdle of varying layout scenarios for Boardwalk street ends from the inlet lot to 27th Street. To curtail crowds of smokers clustering at Boardwalk entrances, Adkins proposed installing butt huts on poles on the north and south sides of street ends with east-facing signs specifying no smoking or vaping beyond this point “Not signed as designated smoking areas,” he said. Councilman Matt James asked if the revisions could include expanding the smoking restriction to include the beach. While not outright rejecting the suggestion, Council President Lloyd Martin said the current proposal is being instituted with summer season in full swing and suggested including the beach in the smoking ban is a separate conversation. “It’s a larger step than what we’re talking about,” he said.
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During a discussion to finalize placement of new cigarette butt receptacles on street ends west of the Boardwalk this week, Councilman Matt James suggested expanding smoking and vaping restrictions to include the beach, which was deemed a conversation for another day.
In the end the council voted 6-0, with Councilwoman Mary Knight absent, to install bi-lingual smoking and vaping ban signs at the inlet lot, with street end signs employed as well.
PD alcohol compliance checks (June 14, 2019) The Ocean City Police Department, in cooperation with the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, will be conducting alcohol compliance checks during the month of June. This enforcement effort will take place at area bars, restaurants and alcohol retailers throughout the resort. The purpose of this operation is to ensure that employees of businesses that provide alcohol are making a concerted effort to avoid selling to individuals under the age of 21. Personnel under the age of 21, ac-
companied by plainclothes law enforcement officers, will be visiting bars, restaurants and alcohol retailers attempting to purchase alcoholic beverages. The OCPD and Worcester County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind all business owners that serving alcohol to underage citizens is not only illegal but can have a detrimental impact to their business and the underage individual involved. The OCPD encourages everyone to obey all alcohol regulations to ensure a safer resort town.
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By Josh Kim Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) It’s been years now that recycling has been the go-to answer for those seeking to be eco-friendly. The Surfrider Foundation-Ocean City Chapter, Ocean City Green Team and Maryland Coastal Bays Program, however, believe it is time to focus on reducing the stream of waste altogether. “To me, reduction is proactive while recycling is reactive,” said Green Team Chairman and Ocean City Councilman Tony DeLuca. The Protect Our Sand & Sea campaign is referred to as “source reduction,” which Tony DeLuca means reducing the source of the waste, and drew inspiration from a project the Surfrider Foundation launched last summer. That project was the Strawless Summer campaign, and it encouraged businesses and people to reduce single-use plastic straw use. “We thought it was easiest to start with something small, like a straw, and maybe that would inspire people to…use a reusable cup or carry a reusable bag,” Surfrider’s secretary Marina Feeser said. Feeser said the campaign was much more successful than the foundation had anticipated, and garnered support from 67 restaurants and 500 people. The Surfriders are now working with Ocean City Green Team and the Maryland Coastal Bays Program on the “Protect our Sand and Sea” project to go beyond recycling. “Recycling is problematic,” development and marketing coordinator of Maryland Coastal Bays Program Sandi Smith said. “…Only so much plastic can be recycled, so a majority of what people think are being recycled are still winding up in our landfills.” Furthermore, it still promotes the production of plastic, said Arianna Russo, a member of the Chesapeake Conservation Corps. Outside of plastic, the project organizers hope to tackle other forms of litter, such as cigarette butts. “Cigarette butts are the number one litter item in the world,” DeLuca said. “Today, the city council approved an initiative to place two ‘butt huts’ on each street, west of the boulevard from the inlet to 27th street.” Overall, businesses in Ocean City have responded positively to the campaign, DeLuca, Smith and Russo said. However, there is still one obstacle that hinders the campaign’s progress. “I think [there’s] a lack of knowledge,” Russo said.
She went on to explain how businesses unfamiliar with eco-friendly products questioned their the durability. Russo said that once she showed business owners how the items worked, their mentalities quickly changed. The Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association will help to inform and educate Ocean City industries about the project. “The project was presented to our board by Sandi Smith…and the board liked the idea,” HMRA Executive Director Susan Jones said. “Now that the state has banned Styrofoam, the program may gain even more tracSee ENVIRONMENTAL Page 10
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Enviromental orgs. focus on reducing, not recycling, items Continued from Page 8 tion.” Businesses may choose any of the following pledges to commit to: • Pledge one: Summer Flounder level– Straws are upon request only and Strawless Summer pledge is signed. • Pledge two: Horseshoe Crab level – No plastic straws. Alternatives such as paper are offered. • Pledge three: Diamondback Terrapin level – No plastic bags or Styrofoam are used for takeout. • Pledge four: Black Skimmer level – No plastic or Styrofoam cups. • Pledge five: Harbor Seal level– No plastic tableware. The campaign will reward restaurants with a plaque designed as the pledge’s animal symbol – an idea offered by the Ocean City Hotel-MotelRestaurant Association in lieu of the original star system rating that was initially proposed. In addition, the campaign will promote businesses that have signed the pledge through social media, newspaper advertisements and other marketing tools such as stickers.
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Arianna Russo, member of the Chesapeake Conservation Corps, said recycling does not solve plastic pollution, because it still promotes the production of plastic.
“We want to be the city that takes the precedent and leads the way for more environmentally friendly choices,” Smith said. “Make it simple, make it easy and reward those who do the right thing.” For more information about the project check out the Maryland Coastal Bays Program’s website or email mcbp@mdcoastalbays.org
OC eateries compost to go green By Josh Kim Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) A local non-profit group, Go Green OC, is paving the way to a greener Ocean City through composting. “Our goal is not to get every single person in Ocean City to compost. Our goal is to get the big boys to compost,” founder and executive director Josh Chamberlain said. Composting is the process of speeding up the natural decay of organic materials. Microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi feed on the waste, breaking it down and chemically transforming it into a gold mine of nutrient-rich soil. In September 2018, Chamberlain and Garvey Heiderman, director of compost operations at Go Green OC and owner of the Hobbit restaurant, launched a four-week pilot program at the Hobbit to collect data for the composting project. “We collected almost 2,000 pounds of waste,” Chamberlain said. “Every single dinner sold generated 1.23 pounds of food waste.” With that data, Chamberlain and Heiderman figured that the Hobbit was producing roughly 33,000 pounds of food waste a year. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the three key ingredients of composting are browns (dead leaves, twigs, branches), greens (grass clippings, vegetable waste, cof-
fee grounds, etc.) and water. Meat and oil may also be composted, but are generally avoided because of the odor they produce and their tendency to attract pests such as flies and rodents. Heiderman said that the Hobbit would still compost these items in its effort to eliminate food waste. Food waste, which makes up around 30 percent of all trash, produces methane gas, which, in terms of heating up the atmosphere, is anywhere between 25 to 84 times more potent than carbon dioxide. However, when food waste is composted it can help the environment in various ways. “From a farmer’s standpoint compost is phenomenal,” Heiderman said. “It can bring back cropland that has been desolate and drained of nutrients for years. From our coastal point of view it is phenomenal for preventing runoff from leeching into the groundwater and into the watershed.” Compost is so good at preventing runoff that the state highway administration of Maryland is now required to use it to mitigate pollution runoff, Chamberlain said. The reason compost is so good at this is because of its water retention. According to a Washington State University study, adding just five percent organic material to soil can quadruple its water holding capacity. See HOBBIT Page 11
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Theobald prepares OC for Atlantic hurricane season By Josh Kim Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) June 1 might mark the beginning of ice cream binging, surfing and relaxing on the beaches along the East Coast, but it also is the beginning of a six-month period of dangerous weather featuring storms that NASA deems the most violent on Earth: the Atlantic hurricane season. “Hurricane season is from June 1 to Nov. 30 each year,” said Ocean City Director of Emergency Services Joseph Theobald. “Peak season is the middle of September and on.” Last year, the East Coast was battered by an above average number of storms with 15 named storms, eight hurricanes, and two major hurricanes: Florence, a category four, and Michael, a category five. Ocean City was not hit by any hurricanes last year, but Florence was powerful enough to cause a series of disturbances that left the resort with floods, high winds and rough seas. A hurricane’s category is based on its sustained wind speed. In the United States, scientists determine the category using the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, which uses a one to five rating system. Categories one and two have wind speeds ranging from 74 to 95 mph. At these levels, houses may sustain some roof damage, large branches will snap and power outages are likely to occur. Once scientists declare a hurricane to be category three, it is officially considered a major hurricane with wind speeds of 111 to 129 mph. Hurricanes at categories four and five have wind speeds above 130 mph. The damage a major hurricane causes is catastrophic: houses are destroyed, trees are ripped from the
roots and power is lost for weeks or months, according to the National Hurricane Center. “We have hurricane plans in place … Joseph Theobald and if there is going to be a threat, we monitor continuously throughout the whole season,” Theobald said. “We take it very seriously and we want the public to take it serious too.” Theobald stressed the importance of heeding local government’s advisories and declarations concerning hurricanes. “Work with our government officials and listen to what we say,” he said. “Our focus is on life safety, and we want to keep everyone safe. Work with us and partner with us, and we can get through just about anything.” Theobald recommended that people have three days worth of water and non-perishable food in case they need to sustain themselves during dangerous weather. In addition, he suggested having a weather radio and cash because of possible power outages. Although the city will do its best to prepare for hurricane season, it is still up to individuals to prepare themselves for dangerous weather. “People don’t plan as they should,” Theobald said. “You know we are humans, and our nature is to let things go until the last minute. But you want to have a plan in place … so if something comes about, you’re not scrambling at the last minute to do what you need to do. For more information on hurricane preparedness, visit oceancitymd.gov and check out the Emergency Management section.
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The biggest obstacle for the project is funding. Ocean City trash removal services are tax funded, therefore there is no way of generating revenue for any kind of waste removal. All funding for the project has been out of pocket, but Go Green has set up a Go Fund Me page to help alleviate costs. Nonetheless, Chamberlain and Heiderman have high hopes for the future of composting and waste reduction in Ocean City. “Our overall goal is to make Ocean City the leader [of zero-waste] not just in the state, but in the nation,” he said. “We want to make Ocean City the first zero-waste resort in the United States.” For more information on the project visit gogreenwithoc.org or donate to gofundme.com/ocmdcompost.
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‘Every Child Needs’ campaign calls for items By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) Worcester County Youth and Family Services is calling for donations as part of its recently launched “Every Child Needs” campaign. The organization requests towels, hygiene products, as well as bedding essentials: pillows, blankets, sheets, and pillowcases. “We want to go forward as far as offering the basics, but then going forward as far as trying to get kids mattresses if they need them, beds if they need them so we’ll need to find additional community partners to accomplish that,” Debbie Smullen, project coordinator for the Every Child Needs Campaign, said.
Executive Director Steve Taylor said the program is mostly donationbased, but added the organization did receive a grant from the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore. Taylor said the inspiration behind the program began several months ago during the Young Professionals of Ocean City’s Christmas Spirit Shopping Campaign. The organization took more than 80 children on a $100 tax-free shopping spree at the Berlin Walmart on Dec. 1, 2018. “Well this past year, the kids were asking for pillows and blankets and bedding and things that shocked us because in previous years it was always toys,” Taylor said. At first, Taylor said organizers
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Gordon gets new position in Wor. (June 14, 2019) The Worcester County Commissioners recently announced the appointment of Kathryn Gordon as the new Worcester County Economic Development director. Her position began on June 4. “Kathryn is a highly-qualified, highlymotivated professional with extensive knowledge and field experience, but more importantly she is a committed and dedicated individual,” said Commission President Diana Purnell. “She will continue to build on her record of accomplishments, making her a great asset to the county and its citizens.” Gordon, who brings 11 years of business management and entrepreneurial experience to her new position, began her career with Worcester County Government in 2013. She joined Worcester County Economic Development as deputy director
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Worcester Youth offers program to help area children Continued from Page 12 • Ocean Pines had 5,212 households, and was at the 27 percent ALICE and poverty line. • Pocomoke City had 1,600 households, and was at the 66 percent ALICE and poverty line. • Snow Hill had 844 households, and was at the 59 percent ALICE and poverty line. There are 10.3 percent of individuals living below the poverty line in Worcester County, according to the U.S. Census. “A lot of work needs to be done to try and resolve the employment needs that exist in Worcester County,” Taylor said. “People are earning money but it’s not quite enough for them to save or even be prepared for basic needs as they come along or emergency needs.” The poverty threshold is $25,750 for a family of four living in the lower 48 states in 2019, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 2019 poverty guidelines. “In Worcester County I just think there are so many children that really desperately need help, and I really don’t think that the community as a whole really realizes the actual need,” Smullen said. While the program was recently launched, Taylor said his organization has started receiving roughly “100 pounds” of donations including toiletries, blankets, pillows, sheets, and quilts. “The people in this community are very very giving,” Taylor said. “So we have not lacked that community support at all. So when we put a call out … stuff starts rolling in.” Taylor added Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services relies on several groups, including members and churches. They’ve also tapped into using social media accounts to help spread awareness. As for future donation endeavors, Taylor said he hopes to call for donations using various platforms. He expressed his gratitude to the public for their ongoing support. “I think that we just need to thank he community because when we again we’re not the ones doing it: we put out the call and it happens,” Taylor said. “So it’s really the generosity of the community that makes this program successful.” Those interested can call the organization at 410-641-4598 or drop off items at the facility on 124 S. Main St., Suite C in downtown Berlin. “[The] main thing is to get these things and get them out to the kids,” Taylor said. For more information, visit Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services website at gowoyo.org.
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Carol Beatty, secretary of the Department of Disabilities, congratulates the inaugural Worcester County Project SEARCH graduates, from left, Bradley Dornes, Tyler Howard, Toni Dixon and Deshawn Collick, during a ceremony at Atlantic General Hospital, Wednesday, June 5.
By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) The Project SEARCH program was established at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin last summer so students with disabilities could receive job experience while completing high school courses, and now those students are graduating. Four students – Deshawn Collick, Bradley Dornes, Toni Dixon and Tyler Howard – graduated from the inaugural Project SEARCH class on Wednesday, June 5 at Atlantic General Hospital. “Everything we do here is taking care of somebody, and it all ends up taking care of the people in our community who are sick and need our help at the end point,” CEO and President Michael Franklin said. “But in between we take care of each other and make sure we all have what we need. “And we have four students who were with us this past year who spent time learning how to interact with each other and learning how to interact in a way that’s helpful to each other and being part of a team,” he continued. “That’s really been a big blessing for Atlantic General Hospital, because it helped our team also to understand that we’re more than just taking care of sick people. We’re here for the community. And this is a great way of us giving back to the community.” Project SEARCH is a high school transition program, with more than 500 locations in the U.S. and 10 countries. Its objective is to secure competitive employment for individuals with developmental disabilities. Worcester is the first county on the Eastern Shore to adopt this program. The SEARCH Program is a partnership between Atlantic General Hospital, the Worcester County Board of Education, Worcester County Developmental Center and the Maryland Department of Education’s Division of Rehabilitation Services. During the graduation ceremony, Superintendent of Schools Lou Taylor congratulated the students for their hard work and how well they represented themselves and their communities. “What I tell our educational leaders See FOUR Page 21
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Second annual film challenge begins Sat. (June 14, 2019) The Ocean City Film Festival in collaboration with the Art League of Ocean City is presenting a second challenge to filmmakers and aspiring filmmakers across Delmarva and beyond. The seconds annual Ocean City Film Challenge is open to any artist who wishes to make a short film that takes place in Ocean City and is in some way about the resort. The film can be of any genre, must not exceed 20 minutes in length, and be made between June 15 and July 15. All
entries will be screened during $5 Film Night on Saturday, July 20 at 7 p.m. at the Ocean City Center for the Arts, and a winner will be chosen that night. Entries will also be screened at the fourth annual Ocean City Film Festival in March. “We love seeing all the talent that comes from local artists, but we’d always love to see more films that are shot right here in OC,” said Film Festival Director William Strang-Moya. “Ocean City is a beautiful landscape, and there’s so much that artists
can take advantage of right here in town.” The Ocean City Film Festival is entering its fourth year in 2020. The OCFF additionally holds $5 Film Night events on the third Saturday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street, where local filmmakers showcase their talents to an audience of film lovers and movie buffs. More information and updates on the festival and the film challenge are available online at www.ocmdfilmfestival.com/ocean-city-
film-challenge.html. Contact OCFF CoDirector Kristin Helf at kristin@artleagueofoceancity.org with any questions. The Ocean City Center for the Arts at 502 94th Street is the home of the Art League of Ocean City, a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing the visual arts to the community through education, exhibits, scholarship, programs and community art projects. More information is available at 410-524-9433 or www.artleagueofoceancity.org.
Four interns first to graduate from program Continued from Page 16 [is] you need ask three questions of kids when they go out into the public,” Taylor said. “Ask them how well they represent themselves, how well they represent their families and how well they represent Worcester County public schools. And if you get positive answers of those three things, we’ve done our job. “Today those four [interns] had done those three things,” he continued. “They’ve represented themselves well. They’ve certainly represented their families well by just being who they are, and they’ve represented our school system extremely well. So I am grateful to each of them for how they’ve carried them-
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in several of his students and is proud of their growth. “Every single one of them just grew immensely from the beginning of the year,” Elburn said. “[Tyler] is texting. He’s going into another department to talk to the staff. And he didn’t talk before. Deshawn … he’s had a very good year. A great learning year. He’s always been a good worker. He gets along with others and he can follow directions.” One intern, Toni Dixon, accepted a fulltime job offer at Atlantic General Hospital. “Atlantic General Hospital is paying for her Wor-Wic CNA (certified nursing assistant) classes,” Elburn said. “They already hired her. She’s working with pa-
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Elder abuse prevention recognized in county By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) The work being done to protect Worcester County’s vulnerable adults was recognized by the Worcester County Commissioners meeting last Tuesday. “It’s important to educate the community on elder abuse because it is so underreported,” Roberta Baldwin, director of Worcester County’s Department of Social Services, said. In issuing a proclamation recognizing the efforts to address the problem, Commissioners’ President Diana Purnell said, “This … touches all of us, whether it has happened to someone in your family, or someone like me [who] has hit that elderly category, and it could affect me.” The proclamation declared June 2019 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month and June 15 as Elder Abuse Awareness Day in Worcester County. “It feels very good to know that our county commissioners and our decision-makers in our community support the work that’s being done to keep seniors safe and able to remain living in their own homes,” Baldwin said. However, Baldwin added that it does take a village to protect and provide services for the many vulnerable adults in the county. She added her department also
works with the county’s health department and commission on aging for this venture. “It allows seniors and our vulnerable adults to make one phone call to ask for assistance,” Baldwin said. Baldwin added the agencies offer services for adults that include personal care, housekeeping, meal preparation, medication monitoring, and helping to ensure patients make their doctors’ appointments. Jamie Manning, assistant director
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does go under reported,” Baldwin said. She said the victims could be afraid that speaking out could result in them having to leave their homes, or they could lose the assistance they’re receiving if the person responsible for the abuse is administering care. “A lot of people sweep elder abuse under the rug and one in six people will be touched by that at some point — an adult will experience elder abuse, neglect or financial exploitation,” Manning said last. Manning and Baldwin agreed education is paramount in preventing the problem. “The more that we can make the [public] aware that these types of crimes exist, the more likely we are to protect our seniors from becoming victims of such crimes,” Baldwin said. Baldwin added it’s important to See CERTIFICATE Page 23
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OC names Miller as deputy communications manager (June 14, 2019) The Town of Ocean City is welcoming a new face to the role of deputy communications manager, although she is not a new employee within the Ocean City Police Department. Ashley Miller, a former public safety aide and custody officer, has been promoted to the role of deputy communications manager. Miller started her career with the OCPD in 2012, when she began working as a seasonal public safety aide. She was later hired full time and completed the custody officer training academy. Along with handling the processing and detention of alleged offenders, Miller worked in coordination with multiple law enforcement allies, the Worcester County Crisis Response Team and Department of Juvenile Services. Since 2018, she has also served as
Certificate names June Elder Abuse Awareness Month Continued from Page 22 look for the signs and symptoms of elder abuse. For instance, with physical abuse, Baldwin said it’s important to take note of unexplained bruises or bed sores for those bed-bound seniors. If it’s a financial situation, Baldwin said persons being added to bank accounts is a red flag, as is unusual financial activity or unpaid bills. Baldwin also said the perpetrator is often someone the victim knows. “So our job, really, is to work with the senior and the non-offending members of the family to put services in place to help that senior reside in their homes but to be safe and well cared for,” Baldwin said. However, it may seem simple, but Manning said taking action is key. “If you see something, say something,” Manning said.
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an instructor for report writing and crisis de-escalation techniques at the Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy. “Ashley not only Ashley Miller brings a lot of experience within our department, but also knowledge of our community as a whole,” said Ocean City Police Chief Ross Buzzuro. “We are excited to have her as our new deputy communications manager.” Along with her work experience, Miller has a bachelor of science degree from West Chester University and a master of science degree, with a focus on criminal behavior, from Wilmington University.
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Threatening screams Shane Bishop, 19, of Kenner, Louisiana, was arrested for disorderly conduct last Thursday about 3:36 p.m. in the area of Wilmington Lane and Seventh Street after police allegedly heard him screaming repeatedly into a telephone. Police on bicycle patrol reported hearing a man, later identified as Bishop, yelling during an apparent phone conversation, allegedly making statements such as, “society has nothing on me,” and “I am going to K-I-L-L,” causing frightened looks from adjacent pedestrians.
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Hit and run William Frank, 19, of Levittown, Pennsylvania was arrested for a list of traffic offenses including negligent driving, uninsured vehicle, and failure to stop after an accident involving property damage last Thursday just after 6:15 p.m. near 12th Street and Philadelphia Avenue. Police had responded to the area of 13th Street and Baltimore Avenue about 5 p.m. that evening for a hit-and-run collision. According to the police report, a driver of a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee said a vehicle of undetermined make switched lanes and caused a collision on Baltimore Avenue by 11th Street. The Jeep driver pulled over and contacted police but said the other vehicle continued to head north. Police soon located a black Dodge Charger with a flat tire parked near 12th Street and Philadelphia Avenue and Frank was arrested.
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TAKES SPILL Ocean City paramedics tend to an injured cyclist who was struck by a car riding his scooter near 73rd Street, Monday, June 10.
Assault alleged Gina Neary, 46, of Kirkwood, Pennsylvania was arrested for disorderly conduct and two counts of second-degree assault after allegedly engaging in a fight last Friday about 7:25 p.m. Continued on Page 72
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Annual Ocean City Air Show this Saturday and Sunday By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will headline the 12th annual Ocean City Air Show, which showcases a number of military aircrafts performing acrobatic displays over the beach downtown, Saturday and Sunday. Although the show does not officially begin until Saturday, events kick off Friday with a Jack Daniels Take Off Party at Sunset Grille in West Ocean City, at 7 p.m. It is free to attend and open to the public. It will feature musical entertainment and a chance to meet pilots, jumpers and flight crews. “Air shows are inherently patriotic as a whole,” said Chris Dirato, director of public relations for the OC Air Show. “This is a rare opportunity for the fans to see a really terrific demonstration.” The display village lining the Boardwalk from 15th to 20th streets will open at 9 a.m. for guests to visit various information booths and talk to military recruiters about the Blue Angels and other performances. Weather permitting, the air show will officially start at noon with the Blue Angels taking to the sky at around 3:15 p.m. for a 30- to 40minute performance. Spectators can watch as the eightpilot team, celebrating 65 years as the Air Force’s Ambassadors in Blue, per-
forms precise aerial maneuvers and formation flying. “You can’t ask for a better backdrop than Ocean City beach and the Boardwalk,” Dirato said. “Seeing an air show at a beach setting is something to behold versus an airport setting. I think it’s a great opportunity for families to congregate and enjoy themselves as a group and also wave the American flag a little bit. “It becomes an educational awareness thing for parents and their kids to tell them what it’s like, them what the military planes are doing for us to protect our freedom,” he continued. “Just seeing the skills of these pilots is amazing in itself.” This year’s show will also feature several military performers. The show will include two A-10 Warthog Thunderbolts from the 175th Wing of the Maryland Air National Guard. They are scheduled to do flyovers on both show days. The A-10 Warthog, or Thunderbolt II, is a single-seat, low, straight-wing aircraft. The design of the wing allows short takeoffs and landings from primitive airfields. Because of this, the A-10 can operate nearly anywhere and provide ground troops with close air support. There will also be an appearance by the C-5M Super Galaxy from the 436th Airlift Wing based at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware. The C-5M will fly on Saturday only.
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Friday, June 14: 7 p.m.: Air Show Jack Daniels Take Off Party, Sunset Grille, West Ocean City Saturday, June 16: 9 a.m.: Display Village and Premium Viewing open, 15th to 20th streets Boardwalk 10 a.m.: Flight Line Club VIP and Corporate Beach Chalets open, Show Center Beach, 14th to 17th streets 12 p.m.: Air Show begins featuring the National Anthem – Flag Jump, C-M Super Galaxy, Panchito B-25 Bomber Flight, Matt Chapman in the Embry Riddle 330LX, U.S. Coast Guard Search and Rescue Demo, Canadian Forces Snowbirds, Quicksilver P-51 Mustang Demo by Scott Yoak, United States Air Force Viper Demo Team, Air Force Heritage Flight, United States Special Operations Command Parachute Team – “Para-Commandos,” UH72A Lakota, A-10 Warthogs 3:15 p.m.: U.S. Navy Blue Angels performance Sunday, June 17: 9 a.m.: Display Village and Premium Viewing open, 14th to 20th streets Boardwalk 10 a.m.: Flight Line Club VIP and Corporate Beach Chalets open, Show Center Beach, 14th to 17th streets 12 p.m.: Air Show begins featuring the National Anthem – Flag Jump, U.S. Coast Guard Search and Rescue Demo, Panchito B-25 Bomber Flight, Canadian Forces Snowbirds, Matt Chapman in the Embry Riddle 330LX, United States Air Force Viper Demo Team, Air Force Heritage Flight, Quicksilver P-51 Mustang Demo by Scott Yoak, United States Special Operations Command Parachute Team – “ParaCommandos,” UH-72A Lakota, A-10 Warthogs 3:15 p.m.: U.S. Navy Blue Angels performance
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U.S. Navy Blue Angels set to headline 12th OC Air Show Continued from Page 26 “Toro” Schmitz. From Price, Utah, Schmitz is a combat proven fighter pilot with over 340 combat hours in the F-16. In addition, the Panchito B-25 Bomber Flight will perform this year. Last year, the plane was unable to perform because of technical difficulties. The Air Show continues Sunday at noon with more performances by the Blue Angels, Super Galaxy, Coast Guard and F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, among others. Depending on the weather, hundreds of thousands of people watch the Ocean City Air Show from the Boardwalk, hotels, on the beach or on a boat in the ocean and bay each year. “The OC Air Show keeps getting bigger and better thanks to the sup-
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port of the Town of Ocean City and the hundreds of thousands of spectators who come out to make it a success, some from as far away as New York, Ohio and the Carolinas,” Bryan Lilley, president of the OC Air Show stated in a press release. Tickets for VIP Skybox on Saturday are sold out, but as of earlier this week special packages were still available for the Air Show. They do sell out every year. Tickets start at $22 for “Drop Zone” seating, and $169 for both Saturday and Sunday for a Flight Line Clubhouse ticket. There are also tickets available in the VIP Skybox and Penthouse areas on Sunday. Visit www.ocairshow.com to purchase a show package. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/ocairshow/.
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years. It is our annual gathering for our officers, recognition and awards for significant contributions to the fire service, and also our annual memorial service to honor the members of the Maryland fire service who died this past year.” Around 15,000 first responders, their families and friends, travel to Ocean City for the event each year, according to Siarnicki. One of the most popular events is the parade along Baltimore Avenue, with nearly 400 units participating this year. The procession features bands, floats and fire trucks, which will line up in the inlet parking lot. The parade will begin at 1 p.m. on 16th Street and will travel up to 30th Street on Wednesday, June 19. See MSFA Page 28
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MSFA parade slated for Wednesday Continued from Page 27 Additional events throughout the week include the annual family night at Jolly Roger Amusement Park, Purse and Bag Bingo, a prayer breakfast, flea market, block party, 5K, and the annual MSFA Golf Tournament. The list of activities and registrations are all available on www.msfa.org. “We have redone the entire convention website and everything now is much easier to locate,” Siarnicki said. “You can do your online registration and class signups online.” Family Night at Jolly Roger takes place Monday, June 17 from 6-11 p.m. at the amusement park on 30th Street. There will be music, food and unlimited rides, rounds of miniature golf and trips around the go cart track during the event. For the amusement park and food, the cost is $24 per person. A family of four for both is $80. Visit www.msfa.org for additional packages and to reserve tickets in advance. Bingo also takes place Monday. Doors open at the convention center Bayfront Ballroom at 5 p.m. for the games starting at 6 p.m. Michael Kors, Coach, Vera Bradley, ThirtyOne and Longaberger will be featured. The prayer breakfast will take place Wednesday, June 19 at 7:30 a.m. in the convention center’s Bayfront Ballroom with Father Francis Foley, chaplain for the Naval Academy, as the guest speaker. Foley will speak about the connection between duty and service and the importance of finding balance. “We’ve got several firefighter line of duty deaths that we’re going to honor … three to be exact,” Siarnicki said. “We’ve got 12 special tributes of members of the significant members of the Maryland Fire Service who’ve
died. So the memorial service has 15 some additional hands-on training and some additional seminars.” special tributes.” Last year, more than 1,000 people Admission cost is $13 and includes an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet participated in training presentations with scrambled eggs, pancakes, and classes to learn new skills for bacon, sausage, biscuits and fresh their communities, he said. “We offer a lot of family activities fruit. The 26th annual MFSA Golf Tour- and most of all it’s a chance to come nament is slated for Friday, June 21, down to Ocean City,” Siarnicki conat Eagles Landing Golf Course in tinued. “A lot of our members are Berlin. There is a shotgun start at 8 coming for their vacations. It’s a great a.m. with a complimentary breakfast way to interact with each other and [the community].” bar, lunch and prizes for $75. This year, firefighters, police and The fifth annual Hair of the Dalmatian 5K, sponsored by Ocean City other first responders will be able to FOOLS — Fraternal Order of enjoy a soft opening and Jellyfish Leatherheads Society, starts at the Festival kick-off party, Thursday, Firefighters Memorial, located at the June 20, at the Cork Bar on Boardwalk and North Division Street Wicomico Street, from 7-11 p.m. with on Thursday, June 20, with registra- live music by One Night Stand. The tion starting 7:30 a.m. The race will party is only open to first responders. go from 8-11 a.m. Registration costs The festival will officially open Friday, June 21 and last until June 23. A $25 per person. To celebrate the arrival of firefight- video tribute to first responders will ers in town, the Ocean City FOOLS — play on Friday during the festival. For more information on activities Fraternal Order of Leatherheads Society International for advanced fire- planned, visit www.msfa.org to fighter training — will present its 10th download a full schedule of MSFA annual block party to benefit the Na- convention and conference events. tional Fallen Firef i g h t e r s Foundation. Cowboy Coast Country Bar and Steak House on 17th Street and Philadelphia Avenue will host the event on Tuesday, June 18 from 6:30 p.m. to close. “We have more training opportunities for our member firefighters so we’re ex- Thousands of firefighters will gather in the convention center on 40th cited about that,” Street for conferences, a memorial service, shopping at various vendor Siarnicki said. stalls and seminars during the annual Maryland State Firemen’s Asso“We’ve added ciation convention and conference next week.
HOROSCOPE ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Start sorting through things, Aries. You have many irons in the fire and not much time to get things done. You might have to call in a backup team to help out.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Relationships take work, Taurus. You have to put in the effort if you want to see yours blossom to its full potential. Schedule some time to spend with your sweetheart.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, everyone at work needs to pitch in to get a job done. If you feel like you are putting in more of the effort than others, you may need to speak up .
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Put a strong face on if upsetting news comes your way, Cancer. You’re tough enough to get through it, and you may need to take a leadership role.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, don’t throw in the towel when things do not go your way. Simply find another work-around or tactic that may prove a path to success. Keep trying.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 A few things are coming up that will be completely out of your control, Virgo. Letting go of the reins can be good for you once in a while. And you may learn a thing or two.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 You are doling out tons of advice lately, and it suits you, Libra. Others want to know your opinion on many different things, and you are ready and willing to offer it to them.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” Why not turn it into lemon meringue pie instead, Scorpio? Really put a positive spin on the situation, and you’ll feel better.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Investigate some travel options that can get you away for a little bit, Sagittarius. A change of scenery can do you good, and you will feel reinvigorated after your trip.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 After a bumpy start, the week will smooth out quite nicely and can prove very enjoyable for you, Capricorn. Invite some friends over or go out for happy hour.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 It is time to put yourself first, Aquarius, even though that’s not always your style. Find some interests and let work slide for a little while so you can recharge.
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Sundaes in the Park to kick off this Sunday in OC By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) Residents and visitors can spend their weekends this summer enjoying a tasty treat while listening to music during Sundaes in the Park, held every Sunday evening at Northside Park in Ocean City. Brenda Moore, special events coordinator for the Town of Ocean City, said between 1,200 and 2,500 people are expected to attend the 22nd annual event each Sunday evening. “The goal is to host a family friendly and fun event in the park after dinner on a Sunday night,” Moore said. Sundaes in the Park will take place from 7-9 p.m. every Sunday evening through Labor Day weekend at the park on 125th Street. Panama Rex “The Ultimate Jam Buffett Band” is slated to open the summer concert series. Also scheduled to provide live entertainment each week during the summer are: DJ Magellan, Melissa Alesi & King Schascha; Bob Louhgheed & the Memphis Mafia; Kick it Out; Mike Hines and the Look; Kittyback; Guys In Thin Ties; Vertigo Red; Front Page News; The Janglebachs; Jaded Love; and Sapphire. Moore said music lovers should get ready for “great entertainment with a live band on the Sundaes in the Park stage.” A children’s entertainer will also be at the park during the events, Moore said. Sundaes in the Park participants can purchase and assemble their own creations with a variety of ice cream
Sundaes in the Park music lineup: June 16 - Panama Rex “The Ultimate Jam Buffett Band” June 23 - DJ Magellan, Melissa Alesi & King Schascha June 30 - Bob Louhgheed & the Memphis Mafia “Tribute to Elvis” July 7 - Kick it Out “A Tribute to Heart” July 14 - Mike Hines & the Look “High Energy Dance Music” July 21 - Kittyback “Classic and Country Rock” July 28 - Guys In Thin Ties “80s Music” Aug. 4 - Vertigo Red “Party Rock Cover Band” Aug. 11 - Front Page News “Rock” Aug. 18 - The Janglebachs “The Music of the Woodstock Generation” Aug. 25 - Jaded Love “American Rock Tribute Band” Sept. 1 - Sapphire “The 80s Music” flavors and toppings. Moore said fireworks would also follow the each evening at 9 p.m. “It is a free event and family friendly,” Moore said. Moore said attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket or chair, take a walk in the park and listen to the live entertainment. “[It’s] an opportunity to create great Ocean City memories,” she said. Moore said while the event is rain or shine, the fireworks are weather dependent. In the event of inclement weather, movies will be shown inside the Northside Park facility. For more information on Sundaes in the Park, visit ococean.com/events/sundaes-in-thepark-2019 or call 410-250-0125. The #1 Resource for Ocean Pines News & Information
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Enjoying beers and cocktails at Purple Moose Saloon on the Ocean City Boardwalk, Saturday, June 8, from left, are Amanda Raker, Don Hadley, Alex Jeandell and Deirdre Stanford, of Wilmington, Delaware.
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Purple Moose Saloon employees Nate Patrick, left, and Brian Keith check IDs at the front door of the Boardwalk bar on Saturday, June 8.
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Three Anchor employees, from left, Joshua Kline, Victoria Kerkovich and Liam Hammond, strike a pose at the 78th Street eatery on Friday, June 7.
Ocean City residents Jasen and Elise Dodson enjoy appetizers at Three Anchors on 78th Street on Monday, June 10.
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Marie and Ben Cooper, of Ocean City, enjoy some drinks at Three Anchors on 78th Street on Monday, June 10.
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Friends Joan Grygo, left, and Lorrie Stahl, of Hershey, Pennsylvania, order some drinks at Purple Moose Saloon on the Boardwalk, Saturday, June 8.
Bartenders Bryan McMillian, left, and Capt. John Foreman serve up cocktails, mixers and draft beers at Purple Moose Saloon on the Boardwalk, Saturday, June 8.
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The Next Ice Age ice skating shows return to Carousel By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) While the temperature may be cool inside the Carousel hotel atrium on 117th Street, the action is heating up on the ice rink as The Next Ice Age skaters commence the 19th annual summer performances. The shows kicked off Wednesday and will take place at 6:30 p.m. Saturday through Thursday until Sunday, Sept. 1. Each performance will run about 30 minutes and are free to the public. Shows will not take place on Fridays. “For the very first time we have an exact repeat cast which has never happened before,” Founding Director Nathan Birch said. “So we’re really excited because they all get along so great. They’re like a family and it’s the same people.” This year’s theme is “Dream World” and Birch said it will be a “whole new show.” Birch began preparing this year’s routine at the end of May. “There’s songs that people will recognize and some that they won’t recognize but they should all be fun,” Birch said. “We build the shows specifically for this audience which is terrific because it’s not an enormous time commitment. When families come here to Ocean City, they have so much they want to do on vacation. The neat thing about this show is
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Practicing their new routine for The Next Ice Age’s “Dream World” performance on the ice rink at the Carousel on 117th Street, from left, are performers Richard Kahn, Laura Seal, Tess Terpos, Julia Choi and Ian Lorello.
it’s unlike any other attraction that they could find anywhere else in Ocean City. It’s the only one of its kind.” Members of The Next Ice Age team enjoy performing in Ocean City. “There’s a lot of variety to this show and there will be something for everybody to enjoy,” Laura Seal, 28, said. “It takes you through a journey to different
time frames and currently popular music and I think the skating goes along well with the theme.” “There’s a lot of group skating this year which is going to be really cool,” Richard Kahn, 22, said. “Nathan did a wonderful job once again choreography and choosing music and the costumes are going to look great.”
Returning to perform in Ocean City this season with Seal and Kahn are Tess Terpos, 22, Julia Choi, 20, and Ian Lorello, 29. All of the skaters are Maryland residents except for Kahn, who is from Chicago. Since spectators are standing during the “Ice Pop” show and their proximity See ICE Page 32
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By Dave Dalkiewicz Contributing Writer (June 14, 2019) Every week in this fine newspaper a Commentary page appears which includes the masthead, an always timely and comedic cartoon by Marc Emond and an equally amusing column entitled “Public Eye.” Public Eye is written by editor Stewart Dobson and is quite an insight to, shall we say, an alternative way of looking at things. Mr. Dobson manages to get various points across in an offbeat, skewed manner, on a consistent basis. It’s certainly not hard news. A friend keeps asking me to find out what type of coffee Stewart drinks! So, I thought I’d follow suite and incorporate some of this style. I’ve had a surf shop in town for quite some time. At this time of year it becomes apparent, once again, that the one-man show has its limitations. As Dirty Harry/Clint Eastwood once said, “A man has to know his limitations.” Generally speaking, I could use three of me in the summer and maybe onehalf in the winter, with the resort economy being what it is. The study of economics can become quite theoretical. The study of business is much more practical. Throw a bit of psychology into the mix and maybe a decent workable plan can be had. We’ll assume a certain knowledge of surfing equipment and its vagaries. We’ll also assume a goodness of human nature. At times, certain other activities will force me to either close for the day or alter the stated hours of business posted on the front door. We can loosely call this the honor system.
It’s pretty much like a fruit and vegetable stand on the side of a country road where payment is made by the customer. Yes, there is no one “manning” the stand, no clerk to receive payment. There is notice as to the price of the available goods or the payment is left to the “help yourself” individual. The shop would be open for business despite no one there to operate and manage. Now this would require a bit of preparation on my part. I’d certainly have to clean things up and make sure everything is nicely displayed and priced. The “honor system” assumes the honesty of the customer. This is where the goodness of human nature comes in. Yes, I’d leave a phone number to field any questions and answer any particulars. It would probably not be a 24-hour operation, although it could be. Most likely I’d show up to “open” and “close.” In the off hours, figuring it’s not going to be a 24/7 operation, a box of wax could be left on the front porch with payment, once again, by the honor system, just like the aforementioned fruit and vegetable stand. Maybe the name of the shop would be changed to something like “Automatic” or “Self-Serve.” That’s it! Four S!Self Serve Surf Shop. A new concept in retail surf marketing. Then again, another S word might have to be added, as in Sketchy. All of this would be based on the honesty of the potential customers and human nature being what it is…it might be better to give this idea some more thought. It could offer more time in the water. That alone might make this concept really worth looking into! — Dave Dalkiewicz is the owner of Ocean Atlantic Surf Shop in Ocean City
Ice skating shows Saturday through Thurs. at Carousel Continued from Page 31 to the action on the rink is within a few feet, performers are constantly interacting with the crowd. Visitors are encouraged to meet the cast, ask for autographs and take pictures following The Next Ice Age performance. “This year is a little bit different because there is popular music and also music some people haven’t heard,” Terpos said. “One song in particular we all love so we’re really excited about that.” This year’s show will also feature new costumes which will fit with the theme, Choi said. “We got the sketches a little later this year when we were already in Ocean City and the costumes are so beautiful,” Choi said. “They fit very well with the theme.
We’re very excited.” Show dining by rinkside is the best way to watch the show, according to Birch. He recommends guests come and eat early as to not be distracted during the actual show. Those who wish to eat dinner during the show should call the hotel in advance at 410-524-1000 to make a reservation for rinkside dining. “This show is going to be so cool,” Lorello said. “I’m really looking forward to performing it for the patrons of the Carousel and to experience this new show.” The Next Ice Age, a nonprofit dance company on ice, has been producing skating shows for 30 years. Visit www.thenexticeage.org to learn more about the performing arts company or to make a donation.
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ATVs instrumental equipment for Ocean City Beach Patrol By Kristin Joson Contributing Writer (June 14, 2019) The Ocean City Beach Patrol didn’t always have fourwheelers as a piece of equipment. Many years ago, officers (area supervisors) of the patrol used to run up and down the beach to assist and supervise the guards in their area. I’m sure it probably helped to keep those guys in amazing shape, but it certainly decreased their ability to supervise effectively and assist in an emergency situation. Today, each sergeant or area supervisor uses a mobile rescue unit (ATV) to adequately cover and supervise a large area of Ocean City. Typically, we have multiple ATVs on the beach each covering a specific area of the beach. These area supervisors encompass the role of a south supervisor (inlet to 23rd Street), middle south supervisor (23rd to 53rd), middle north supervisor (53rd to the 100th Street) and the north supervisor (100th to the Maryland/Delaware line). Each of these supervisors provide supervision and leadership for all of the guards in that area, as well as responding to any and all situations that occur in their area during the day. All operators of a mobile rescue unit must have a minimum qualification as an SRT II (advanced specialized training and over 130 days experience), been promoted to an assistant crew chief position and attend specialized training which includes an eight-hour ride along with an instructor. Re-certification is required each year for all mobile rescue unit operators. Although, not required by state law to operate an ATV off-road, we require a valid driver’s license and yearly copy of a clear driving record. Although the ATVs may be an annoyance sometimes to the general public enjoying their vacation in the sand, it is one of our most critical pieces of equipment in order to provide the necessary care in a medical emergency. It really comes down to how quickly we can arrive on a scene, and what equipment we carry on the mobile rescue unit and can deliver to the emergency that matters the most. First, and most importantly, the operator of the mobile rescue unit has experience with many emergencies and will establish command and control and is in constant communication with all other departments and agencies in and around Ocean City. The most critical piece of equipment that is carried is an AED (automated external defibrillator), which is an electronic device that is able to diagnose
cardiac arrhythmias and treat them with defibrillation (a shock that reestablishes an effective heart rhythm). CPR does not typically correct a person’s heart rhythm, but rather moves blood throughout the body buying valuable time until defibrillation is available. This enables us to literally bring people back to life (clinically dead) that are in cardiac arrest on the beach and we have been very successful with these pieces of equipment over the past several summers. There are over 10 loved ones alive today because we were able to arrive quickly with this critical piece of lifesaving equipment and a highly trained resSee ATVS Page 36
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ATVs are instrumental for the Ocean City Beach Patrol. Pictured is Crew Chief RJ Hayman.
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NOW PLAYING ANGLER 312 Talbot St., Ocean City 410-289-7424 www.angleroc.net June 14: Diggs & Durns, 5 p.m. June 15: String Beanz, 5 p.m. June 20: Jack & T, 5 p.m. BEACH BARRELS 13207 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-0522 www.beachbarrels.com June 14: Lennon LaRicci, 9 p.m. June 15: Chest Pains, 9 p.m. June 16: Bingo w/DJ Rupp, 6 p.m. BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street and the bay, Ocean City 410-524-7575 www.bjsonthewater.com June 14: Tranzfusion, 9 p.m. June 15: Dust N’ Bones, 9 p.m. June 19: Identity Crisis, 6 p.m. June 20: Dust N’ Bones Duo, 8 p.m. BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH 116th Street, behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium, Ocean City 443-664-2896 www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com June 14: Dave Sherman, 8 p.m. June 15: Deviation By Design, 8-11 p.m. June 16: Jack Worthington 6-9 p.m. June 17: Just Jay, 4 -9 p.m. June 18: Charlie Z, 6 p.m. June 19: Reform School, 6-9 p.m.; Open Mic, 9 p.m. June 20: Chris Button, 7-11 p.m. CARRIBBEAN POOL BAR In the Plim Plaza Hotel 109 N. Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City 410-289-6181 www.plimplazaoc.com June 14: The G-Men, 1 p.m.; Pistol Whipped, 7 p.m. June 15: Funk Shue, 1 p.m.; Taylor Knox Project, 7 p.m. June 16: No Byscuyts, 1 p.m.; Josh Pryor, 7 p.m. June 17: Dave Sherman, 1 p.m.; Dalton Elliot, 7 p.m. June 18: Remy & Smooth, 1 p.m.; Nate Clendenen, 7 p.m. June 19: Murphy’s Law, 1 p.m.; Live Music, 7 p.m. June 20: Sean Style, 1 p.m.; Joint Operator, 7 p.m. CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th St. & Baltimore Ave., Ocean City 410-289-7192 www.captainstableoc.com Every Friday-Sunday: Phil Perdue, 5:30 p.m. CAROUSEL BEACH BAR - TSUNAMI In the Carousel Hotel 118th Street and the ocean Ocean City 410-524-1000 www.carouselhotel.com
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June 14: DJ Wax, 4-8 p.m. June 16: Blake Haley, 4-8 p.m. JOHNNY’S PIZZA & PUB 56th Street, bayside Ocean City 410-723-5600 www.johnnyspizzapub.com June 14: Seaside Rodeo Band, 8 p.m. June 15: Randy Lee Ashcraft & the Saltwater Cowboys, 8 p.m. June 19: Jam Session w/Randy Lee Ashcraft M.R. DUCKS BAR & GRILLE 311 Talbot St., Ocean City 410-289-9125 www.mrducksbar.com June 14: Identity Crisis, 5 p.m. June 15: Over Time, 5 p.m. June 16: Bird Dog, 4 p.m. June 18: Dust N’ Bones, 4 p.m. June 19: DJ Batman, 5 p.m. June 20: Colossal Fossil Sauce, 4 p.m. NORI 11403 Coastal Hwy. (Gold Coast Mall) Ocean City 443-880-6258 www.norioc.com June 14: Charlie Zellner, 6-10 p.m. June 18: Jack Worthington, 6-10 p.m. OCEAN 13 13th Street on the boardwalk Ocean City www.Ocean13ocmd.com June 14: La Shaade, piano lounge, 6:30 p.m. June 15: Bryan Russo, piano lounge, 6:30 p.m. Every Sunday: DJ Jeremy, tiki bar, 8 p.m. Every Thursday: Michael Smith, piano lounge, 6:30 p.m.
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HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 S. Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-1846 www.ocharborside.com June 14: DJ Billy T, 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. June 15: Chris Button, 2 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. June 16: Opposite Directions, 2-6 p.m. June 17: Blake Haley, 4 p.m.; DJ Billy T, 8 p.m. June 18: Dust N’ Bones, 6 p.m. June 19: Dock Party w/DJ Billy T, 4 p.m. June 20: Opposite Directions, 6 p.m. HOOTERS 12513 Ocean Gateway West Ocean City, 410-213-1841 www.hootersofoc.com
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June 14: Beats by Jeremy, 9 p.m. June 15: City Painted Green, 9 p.m. June 17: Karaoke w/Jeremy, 9 p.m. June 18: Beats by Adam Dutch, 9 p.m. June 20: Beats by Wax, 9 p.m. PURPLE MOOSE SALOON 108 S. Atlantic Ave. Ocean City 410-289-6953 www.purplemoosesaloon.com June 14-15: CK the VJ/DJ, 2 p.m.; Square One, 10 p.m. June 16: CK the VJ/DJ, 2 p.m.; CK the VJ/DJ, 9 p.m. June 17: CK the VJ/DJ, 9 p.m. June 18-19: DJ Mazi, 9 p.m. June 20: Doc Marten and the Flannels (aka Dirt), 10 p.m. SEACRETS 49th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-4900 www.seacrets.com June 14: Bobby-O on De Bay, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Jim Long Band, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 1 p.m.; DJ Mike T, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; Innasense, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; DJ Bobby-O, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; Kristen & the Noise, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m. June 15: Cruz-in de Bay, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Light Up the Moon, 1-5 p.m.; Innasense, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Cruz, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Nowhere Slow, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; Garden State Radio, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; DJ Tuff, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; DJ Bobby-O, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m. June 16: Bobby-O on De Bay, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Triple Rail Turn, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Innasense, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; DJ Davie 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; Garden State Radio, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m. June 17: Bobby-O on De Bay, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; New Direction, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Crash the Party, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; DJ Davie, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m. June 18: Bobby-O on De Bay, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Opposite Directions, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Rising Sun Reggae, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Mike T, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; The Rockets, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m. June 19: Bobby-O on De Bay, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Full Circle Duo, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Cruz, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Rising Sun Reggae, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Tribal Seeds (ticketed event), 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Mike T, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m. June 20: Bobby-O on De Bay, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; The Freddie Long Band, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Cruz, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; 9 Mile Roots, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; Go Go Gadjet, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; DJ Tuff, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m. SHENANIGAN’S IRISH PUB AND GRILLE 309 N. Atlantic Ave. Continued on Page 35
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ATVs help Ocean City Beach Patrol move around quickly Continued from Page 33 cuer ready to use it. Unfortunately, each summer, we have several neck and back injuries due to shore break waves or diving in shallow water as well as other medical emergencies on the beach. One important role of the ATV is to get the paramedics and their life-saving equipment to the patient as quickly as possible so they can begin assessing the patient and delivering treatment. When the EMS personnel backboard a patient for removal from the beach and transport to a medical facility, our ATVs provide an easy transport from the beach to the ambulance. The patient that has been placed on the backboard is lifted and placed perpendicular on the back of the ATV. The ATV operator drives the patient off the beach while the EMTs maintain the stability of the backboard on the quad. This helps to reduce the jostling of the patient that would normally occur while carrying a patient off the beach. There are also several other items we carry daily on the quad. A BVM (bag-valve mask) makes giving breaths during CPR more effective. An array of first aid supplies allows us to respond to minor medical situations. A clipboard containing pertinent paperwork provides the ability to document important events and incidents. A scuba mask and fins proves advantageous for searches in the water. We also carry additional sunscreen and first aid supplies for the guards in our area. A rescue buoy mounted to the front of the quad is available for a water rescue. Many officers also carry additional clothing and supplies on the back of the quad for changes in weather. We all know how quickly the weather can change in Ocean City. Our ATVs also serve another very important function. During the course of a day, we deal with several lost children (up to 1,000 each season). Having the ability to search a large area quickly makes finding and reuniting these children with their “panicked” parents much easier. Our officers on the patrol that ride the ATVs during the day have more than just a few years of experience. Their experience ranges from 15 years to 36 years. Having someone on scene quickly during an emergency with that kind of experience is very helpful to providing the best care possible for our beach patrons. Without the ATVs we simply would not be able to move easily from place to place on the beach. We all know how crowded the beach becomes on a nice day. If we only had trucks and SUVs we would not be able to respond as quickly
due to the size of the vehicle. However, these enclosed vehicles are critical during dangerous weather when we must keep the beach clear. Being able to move around quickly also enables our sergeants to assist handicap patrons by giving them access to the town’s beach wheelchairs located at several street heads throughout town. When our area supervisors are not responding to a call, they assist the surf rescue technicians (SRT) in performing their role. They will see potentially dangerous situations from the back of the beach and can intervene rather than having the SRT have to get off the stand to deal with a deep hole or an ordinance infraction. This allows the SRT to concentrate on those people in the water and our area supervisors can also supervise our personnel and assure they are performing up to or exceeding our high expectations. With a season that begins early before students are out of school and extends to the end of September, the deployment and use of our mobile rescue units changes as we increase or reduce staff depending on if it is the beginning or the ending of our summer season. Many of our guards are educators or in school themselves. As we have less stands on the beach the distance between stands is greatly increased and the responsibility to back-up an SRT making a rescue is changed from the adjoining SRTs to the areas mobile rescue unit. We also supplement the guard stands with additional mobile rescue units which consist of one SRT (rider) acting as the primary rescue swimmer while the other SRT (driver) maintains radio communication and backup during an emergency. You will also see our mobile rescue units on the beach in the morning before the SRTs go on duty (beginning at 8 a.m.) as well as for a few hours after the SRTs have left for the day. Although these mobile rescue units are not out there to “guard” you and your family, they are on the beach so they are close to a needed response if someone makes the foolish decision to go swimming without a lifeguard. Don’t let that person be you! Having ATVs available has certainly proven effective and efficient for us over many seasons and they will certainly come in handy with the big crowds this weekend due to the Air Show. We often can’t get a vehicle in and out of the crowd but the ATV can get through more efficiently. Even though the sergeants of the beach patrol are mobile, please feel free to stop them to ask a question. We are here to make your time on the beach as enjoyable as possible. Remember, “Keep your feet in the sand until the lifeguards in the stand.”
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Sweet Bananas Foster French Toast recipe By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (June 14, 2019) If the thought of luscious French toast triggers one to a state of delightful bliss, get ready for a mouthful of sweet inspirations. Let me warn you, this is not your mama’s French toast. Banana cream and rum sauce take this dish to a new level of deliciousness. Straightforwardness is the key to comprehension. With that thought in mind, let’s get started. Bread is the first and foremost consideration. French toast is like bread pudding. It soaks up the custard for a creamy interior and slightly crunchy exterior. If the bread is very thin, it will be too flimsy to hold together when dipped in the egg mixture. If the bread is too thick, it will not cook all the way through. The ideal thickness for a slice of French toast is ¾ of an inch. Good quality bread with a dense crumb consistency such as challah, brioche and Italian bread are the preferred choices. But no matter what type of bread you choose, the moisture must be removed to achieve the pillowy interior that French toast is known for. If your bread is not of the desired texture, do not fret. Drying it in a 300-degree oven does the trick. Improper mixing of the egg yolks and egg whites can cause the French toast to taste eggy and yield a lumpy finish. By mixing the eggs and dairy products in a blender, the egg mixture becomes silky smooth. This gives the French toast a lighter batter and promotes a gorgeous finish. There is a fine line between perfection and mediocrity. Soaking the bread in a flat baking pan for just 20 seconds per side ensures an even saturation and no sogginess.
If you are making a large order of French toast, the pan will accumulate little burnt bits. This is not conducive for an attractive and tasty finish. Remove these unwanted particles with paper towels. Bananas Foster French toast is served over a banana cream and is smothered in a rum sauce that includes sliced bananas and toasted pecans. The banana cream adds a level of creativity and complexity. The rum is optional but gives the dish an entirely different flavor profile. The sautéed bananas and pecans give the dish contrast in texture and add to the overall presentation. Bananas Foster French toast is one of those memorable dishes that will keep your guests talking. Enjoy!
Banana Cream ½ cup granulated sugar, plus 2 tablespoons ¼ cup cornstarch 1/8 teaspoon table salt 5 large egg yolks 2 cups whole milk ½ cup evaporated milk 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon banana extract 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1. Whisk sugar, cornstarch and salt in medium sauce pan. Add yolks and gradually whisk in milk and evaporated milk. Add vanilla and banana extract. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently at first. When the custard starts to thicken, constantly whisk. When the mixture is thick, remove from heat, and whisk in butter. 2. Strain banana custard through a sieve. Transfer to a pie plate and cover with plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
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Rum Sauce ½ cup dark corn syrup ½ cup dark rum 1 cup maple syrup ½ cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 cup chopped toasted pecans 6 bananas, sliced at an angle 1. In a small dish, whisk together eggs, cream, cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Dip 4 slices of challah bread in egg mixture and coat both sides. 2. Using tongs, remove bread from egg mixture, letting excess mixture drip off. Place bread in hot skillet.
Cook 2 to 4 minutes per side or until lightly browned. Repeat procedure with remaining butter and bread slices. Set aside and keep warm. 3. In a large skillet, combine corn syrup, rum, maple syrup and brown sugar. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat, and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Add bananas and pecans and continue to cook for 1 minute. 4. Presentation: Spoon banana cream on the plate. Place Bananas Foster French toast on top of the banana cream. Spoon rum syrup over French toast. 5. Serve immediately. Secret Ingredient – Desserts. “Stressed is desserts spelled backwards.” – Unknown
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The Bathmen, from left, Mike Wiley, Kenny “Cupcake” Tomaselli and Bill Hoshal, with Joel Todd on bagpipes, lead off the annual racer parade last year.
Trio to again lead parade for annual Berlin Bathtub Races By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) Three familiar faces will stroll down Main Street donning shower caps and bathrobes during the 30th annual Berlin Bathtub Races this Friday. Volunteers Bill Hoshal, Kenny Tomaselli and Mike Wiley are preparing for the upcoming event, but Wiley said it was originally just for fun. “So it was supposed to be just a dare for one year, but that was 10 years ago,” Wiley said. Wiley said at a business after hours roughly a decade ago, terrycloth bathrobes were raffled off. Wiley added Hoshal won a robe during that event. Wiley said he was able to get one for himself, and Tomaselli was also able to get ahold of one. He added they had the bathrobes em-
broidered to feature “huge rubber ducks,” and they also obtained shower caps and soap on a rope to complete the look. “It’s a lot of fun and we really enjoy it,” Wiley said. While the trio has no official name, he said “we’ve been called the three stooges.” Wiley said he has plans to continue the tradition wearing the famous bathrobe and shower cap. “As a matter of fact I obtained some new shower caps recently,” Wiley said. However, Wiley said the joy that he brings others is what he loves most about the event. He added he’s become somewhat of a known figure during the race. “I’ve had a child ask me for my autograph,” Wiley said. “The only time I’ve ever bee asked for my autograph.” See BERLIN Page 41
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OC CAR SHOW Ely Ortiz, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, honors her grandson, Michael, 6, who is currently fighting Leukemia, by turning her Chevy Geotracker into his favorite thing: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. She is pictured at the OC Car and Truck Show at the convention center on 40th Street, June 8.
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PIZZA-EATING Graduates of Marriott’s Ridge High School in Howard County, Maryland, enjoy free pizza courtesy of the Play It Safe pizza-eating contest at Pizza Tugos on 117th Street, Saturday, June 1.
GOOD CITIZENS 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. Pictured are cast and crew.
The General Levin Winder Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution recently recognized DAR Good Citizens from three Worcester County high schools during a luncheon at Worcester Technical High School. McCammon (Cammie) Mottley, Pocomoke High School; Carley Rew, Snow Hill High School; and Jude Al-Hamad, Stephen Decatur High School were each awarded a certificate, lapel pin and gift card. Pictured, from left, are Good Citizens Chair Janet Simpson, Mottley, Al-Hamad, Rew and Regent Gail Weldin.
D.A.R.E PROGRAM Worcester Prep fifth graders recently participated in the D.A.R.E (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) Program taught by Deputy Jake Howard of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office. For several weeks, Deputy Howard visited fifth grade classrooms working hands-on with students teaching them refusal skills to avoid the temptation of drug experimentation and peer pressure.
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Team Salt Water Media of Stephanie Fowler and Jeff Smith win their first race last year.
Berlin Bathtub Races to be held on Main Street, Friday Continued from Page 38 The men also wear many shower caps during the Berlin Bathtub Races, and often lend a helping hand with security or running errands. Wiley added he sometimes needs to step because “there’s always the people that have to sit on the other side of [the hay barrels] or dangle their legs.” The event takes place from 5-8 p.m. in downtown Berlin on Main Street. Following the parade, the drivers and pushers will race their bathtubs. In addition to the parade, Wiley said Former Worcester County State’s Attorney Joel Todd would also play the bagpipes. When asked how the Berlin Bathtub Races benefits the overall fabric of the town, his answer was simple. “It’s another unique different event,” Wiley said. Jesse Turner, former owner of the Berlin Shoebox, started the race in 1989 as a rivalry between town businesses. Larnet St. Amant, executive director of the Berlin Chamber of Commerce, agreed, and said she’s looking forward to Friday’s festivities. “It’s just a sight to see,” she said. While the participation is capped at 30 people – 15 drivers and 15 pushers, St. Amant said she expects the spectator turnout to be well attended. “[We’re] hoping for record breaking crowds,” St. Amant said. Berlin’s Chamber of Commerce requires competitors adhere to the following parameters when assembling the
bathtub vehicles: • The driver and rider must be 16 years of age or older. • The wheels can’t be larger than 26 inches. • Bathtub must have brakes and steering. • There must be at least one rider in the bathtub, and they’re required to wear a helmet. • No more than one person can push, and closed toe shoes are required. • The bathtub must hold a minimum of two gallons of water. • The tub must be under control of a pusher at all times, and may not be released until tub has come to a complete stop. • Crossing the yellow line during the races will result in disqualification of that heat. Additionally, there is no limit to the number of wheels on a bathtub, and businesses are permitted to advertise on the side of the bathtub, according to the chamber’s website. The winner of the race on Friday will receive the “Winner Take All” trophy, bragging rights and a free banner advertisement on the chamber’s website, according to the Berlin Chamber of Commerce. Registration costs $75 for members and $125 for non-members. For more information about the event, call 410-641-4775, or visit the Berlin Chamber of Commerce’s website, berlinchamber.org/events/bathtub-races/.
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By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) The inaugural Jellyfish Festival will take place next weekend, on the beach from the inlet pier to North Division Street. The three-day event will highlight “the art of music and sports” and is sponsored by the Town of Ocean City, Livewire Media and Events, and Culture Changers LLC. The large-scale music and sporting event will take over six blocks along downtown Ocean City, north of the pier, with three themed days of music, featuring “Fresh Friday,” “Classic Saturday” and “Music with a Message Sunday.” “It took a whole town, a lot of work, multiple partnerships and a lot of effort from our team,” Organizer Brad Hoffman said. “But the town and city and our sponsors and all the great people that have supported this event brought it together. “We couldn’t have done it without the help of the Town of Ocean City and their support,” he continued. “Not only financially, but on bringing this thing together. I really want to thank all the sponsors that stepped up to allow us to make this happen. Their sponsorships and support are what brought it together and now we’re just going to unveil the Jellyfish Festival year number one and we’re really excited to see the reception and we think it’s gonna be a long-standing event in Ocean City.” The opening ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. next Friday with the Marine Corps League presenting the colors. Local, regional and national musical acts are booked, along with extreme sports demonstrations including freestyle motocross, fitness components, sound and light shows across multiple stages, along with family entertainment. “Fresh Friday” headliners include Badfish, Ballyhoo!, King Schascha, and Sweet Leda. “Classic Saturday” headliners are Styx, Crack the Sky, Ravyns, and Stone Senate. Scheduled for “Music with a Message Sunday” are headliners Newsboys and Crowder. Smaller stages throughout the festival
grounds will feature acoustic acts and additional entertainment. Around 100 local, regional and national artisans will display their crafts in the Jellyfish Arts and Crafts Tent. In this same zone, guests will also find a kid’s art and music area. Local musician Lauren Glick will use her teaching skills to inspire children as budding songwriters. OC Painting Experience and TC Studios will host a Jellyfish “Art Zone” in the tent. “I thought there needed to be an event that could fit the needs of the town, bringing the music and the major entertainment to the beach which is one of the best venues in the state,” Hoffman said. “I thought, ‘What better place to see these bands than on the ocean right there on our beautiful beach?’ But this is more music and the icing on the cake is the extreme sports.” Several sporting events will take place during the festival, including a “ninja” sand course, motocross team, fat tire bike zones, yoga and an ultimate Frisbee competition. Also scheduled are freestyle disc demonstrations and a nine-hole disc golf course on the beach. Events will also include a Friday night clinic for children, and youth tournaments on Saturday and Sunday. For more information, email Bryant Dean at oeancitybeachultimate@gmail.com. Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, June 21-22, and noon to 9 p.m. on Sunday, June 23. “Three days on the sand,” Hoffman said. “Bring your families, bring your friends. It’s a new, exciting thing in Ocean City.” Single-day passes start at $49 and two-day passes begin at $79. To purchase tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.com or www.jellyfishfestival.com. For more information, or to inquire about committee membership, contact Hoffman at brad@live-wire-media.com, or 443-366-5944, or visit the Jellyfish Festival Facebook page or official jellyfish festival website at www.jellyfishfestival.com.
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TORCH RUN A wealth of Worcester County law enforcement and others accompany the Special Olympics “Flame of Hope” during the annual Torch Run Relay, last Monday on the Ocean City Boardwalk. The event benefits Special Olympics of Maryland.
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Ocean City museum hosts tandem surfing challenge (June 13, 2019) During June and July, the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum is celebrating the history of surfing within Ocean City with its “Repeat the Past Tandem Surfing Challenge.” Whether an experienced long-time surfer or someone who just enjoys wading in the waves, all are invited to take part in the tandem surfing challenge. It includes tandem surfing on a surfboard, body board or paddle board. It can be with a friend, child, or pet, anything goes in this surfing challenge. Snap a photo and send it to christine@ocmuseum.org or post the picture to Instagram using #tandemsurfingocmd. From June 1 to Aug. 1, the museum will be sharing photos and surfing pictures from decades past on its Facebook
and Instagram pages. Tandem surfing started in Hawaii in the1920s, soon migrating to California then making its way to the East Coast. When the 1960s rolled around, the surfing culture in Ocean City was in full swing. At that time George Feehley, long-time Ocean City local and Geni Chaski took tandem surfing by storm. “This tandem surfing challenge serves as an opportunity for novice or experienced surfers to celebrate the everchanging sport of surfing,” said Museum Curator Sandy Hurley. For more information, call 410-2894991 or visit www.ocmuseum.org. The Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum is located at 813 S. Atlantic Ave., on the south end of the Boardwalk, across from the Inlet Village.
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OC museum offers free admission for military personnel (June 14, 2019) Ocean City LifeSaving Station Museum will offer free admission to military personnel and their families this summer. The Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum will be participating in the 10th summer of Blue Star Museums, a program which provides free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families this summer. The 2019 program began earlier than in past years, launching on Saturday, May 18, Armed Forces Day, and ending on Monday, Sept. 2, Labor Day. Blue Star Museums is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in collaboration with Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and more than 2,000 museums nationwide. “The National Endowment for the Arts is proud to celebrate the 10th summer of collaborating with Blue Star Families, Department of Defense, and especially the more than 2,000 museums across our nation that make this program possible, “ said Mary Anne Carter, acting chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts. This year’s participating organizations include fine art, science, history and children’s museums, as well as zoos, aquariums and gardens, among other places. “We’ve seen the tremendous impact the Blue Star Museums program brings to our military families, and we’re thrilled to be celebrating a decade of support,” said Kathy RothDouquet, chief executive officer of Blue Star Families. “Not only are museums fun to explore but are also great for making memories and strengthening military families as a whole.” The free admission program is available for those currently serving in the United States Military – Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard as well as members of the Reserves, National Guard, U.S. Public Health Commissioned Corps, NOAA Commissioned Corps, and up to five family members. Qualified members must show a Geneva Convention common access card (CAC), DD Form 1173 ID card (dependent ID), or a DD Form 1173-1 ID card for entrance into a participating Blue Star Museum. The Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located on the southern end of the Boardwalk. For more information, call 410-289-4991 or email curator@ocmuseum.org.
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OP rec department to offer camps (June 14, 2019) Parents who are looking for something fun for their kids to do this summer can enroll them in one of numerous specialty camps that are offered by the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department. From “kick-flipping” onto the Ocean Pines Skate Park to learning basic skateboarding skills and tricks to developing a solid foundation for stand-up paddling and getting marine ecology education, there’s plenty for youth ages 6-14 to enjoy once school is out for summer. “We have three new camps for area children to get excited about: an All-Girls Skateboarding Camp, an Intro to SUP Camp and a Marine Science Camp,” said Brittany Jarman, camp organizer with the Recreation and Parks Department. “Add variety
to your child’s summer and enroll now at the community center.” The All-Girls Skateboarding Camp will be instructed by local skater Somer Schaeffer. The camp runs from 9 -11 a.m. on June 20 - 22, July 15 - 17, and Aug. 12-14. The cost is $55 for Ocean Pines residents and $65 for non-residents. “This camp definitely has the teaching elements that kids will grasp more readily – all while having fun,” Jarman said. “Every skateboarding trick will be demonstrated and explained by the instructor before the students attempt the trick.” The Intro to Stand-Up Paddle Board Camp encourages youth ages 9-14 to learn proper techniques as well as water safety all while having
fun and making friends at the Swim and Racquet Club beach on Monday, June 24 from 9 a.m. to noon. The cost is $50 for Ocean Pines residents and $60 for non-residents. The Marine Science Camp at the Ocean Pines Swim and Racquet Club beach spans over five days Aug. 1923 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cost is $325 per child. Children in grades K-8 are welcome to enroll. Registration, which is open to the public, must be completed at marinesciencecamp.com. For more information, call the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department at 410-641-7052. Information about additional recreational programs, including an online version of the Ocean Pines Activity Guide, can be found at OceanPines.org.
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SAFE DRIVING Stephen Decatur High School seniors Nevaeh Steward and Thelma Gault check out the driving activities with the Arrive Alive tour as part of the pre-prom safety activities sponsored by the Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD).
The General Levin Winder Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution annually sponsors American History and Christopher Columbus essay contests in area schools. Pictured, in front, from left, are American History Chair Janet Simpson, Grade 5 winner Emily Skorobatsch, Grade 6 winner Ryan Mann and Regent Gail Weldin, and in back, Christopher Columbus essay winner Daniel Chen, Grade 7 winner Case Tilghman and Grade 8 winner Sajiv Satyal.
INDUCTION A select group of Worcester Preparatory School students were inducted to the National Art Honor Society on April 10, in the Guerrieri Library. Pictured, in front, from left, are Emily Copeland, Abby Taylor, Maya Natesan, Ashley Laws, Jordan Campbell and Damiana Colley; middle row, WPS technology teacher Nancy Raskauskas, WPS art teacher George Zaiser, Kelly Polk, Maria Deckmann, Ally Elerding, Isabel Abboud, Kaitlyn Hamer, Clare DeMallie, Saylar McGuiness and WPS photography teacher Leah Adkins; and in back, Graham Hammond, Michael Curtis, J.P. Issel, Alec Burbage, Frank Carter, Liam Hammond, Jacob Lewis, Ty Burton, Gavin Carmody, Jaye Eniola and Aiden Mullins. Not Pictured: Aly Matha.
DONATION Ocean City Lions Club President Norm Cathell presented Nancy Howard, president of the Ocean City Museum Society, a $500 donation for the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum.
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BENCH DEDICATION Former members of the Ocean City Beach Patrol stand over a bench dedicated to Capt. George Schoepf and his wife, Joan, during the Capt. Schoepf Relay on the Seventh Street beach, Sunday, June 9. Pictured, from left, are Bob Jester, Mike McQuirk, Bobby Shepanek, Dick Wolf and Bob Wagner.
YOUNG ARTISTS Kathy Huyett’s PreK-4 class at Ocean City Elementary School recently drew underwater pictures for their 2019 Art to Remember project. Art to Remember is a school fundraising program where students create colorful masterpieces and then their families can order different keepsakes customized with their child’s artwork.
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Dennis Carroll Scholarship Awards granted to students (June 14, 2019) Winners of the 35th Annual Dennis Carroll Scholarship Awards Program participated in the Most Valuable Student Scholarship competition conducted by the Elks National Foundation each year. Students who earned awards from Stephen Decatur High School were: Zain Brady ($6,000), Sierra Payne ($6,000), Kaitlyn Peters ($4,000), Logan Townsend ($2,000), Jude AlHamad ($1,000), Danielle Munn ($1000), Samantha Short ($1,000), Alyvia Ciura ($1,000) and Noparat Puntakarn ($1,000). Winning awards from Worcester Prep were: Ethan Scheiber ($4,000),
Jack Walinskas ($2,000) and Matt Durkin ($1,000). Logan Sellman will receive a $4,000 Legacy Award. She is one of 300 new Legacy scholars. Funding for the Ocean City Elks Scholarship Program comes from money raised from the annual golf tournament, donations from various organizations such as the Elks Golf Associates and tax deductible donations from members, business establishments and citizens of the community. To donate to the fund, make checks payable to the Ocean City Elks Scholarship Fund, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., Ocean City, Maryland 21842.
Paddle sports festival, June 22 (June 14, 2019) Goats are an unexpected and welcome attraction at the largest paddle board, kayak and surfski race in the Delmarva region. Located just north of Smith Island in the Chesapeake Bay, Goat Island was once home to 30 goats. Over time and in the last several years only one goat remained and has kept watch over the rustic 55-acre enclave on the Pocomoke River. But now the once lone resident has two new island mates and soon their typically serene Saturday morning will become more exciting when more than 175 racers journey down the river and around the island to raise funds for military families. The annual Return to Goat Island Paddle Sports Festival sets sail on Saturday, June 22 at adjoining Byrd Park. This year, Return to Goat Island founder Walk on Water joins forces with Paddle Second Chance to help wounded warriors and their families in Delmar. Over the past seven years the volunteer-driven group has raised more than $200,000 for Operation Second Chance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving wounded veterans and as they recover and transition back to civilian life, including over 40 families from the Delmar region. Walk on Water is a stand up paddle board shop located in West Ocean City, offering everything from sales and rentals to group excursions, lessons and SUP Yoga. For the past three years, Walk on Water has sponsored the family friendly paddle festival. The highlight of the event is a race on the Pocomoke River, open to all forms of paddling: SUP, kayaks and surfski. The festival features live music, food and beverage vendors, yoga demos and children’s activities. There will be a party-like atmosphere for paddlers and supporters wanting to enjoy a great time outside with family, friends and community. This will be the fourth year that the Town of Snow Hill has hosted Return to
Goat Island. “We are excited about co-sponsoring Return to Goat Island with Walk on Water,” said Walt Ellenberger, chair for Operation Second Chance Delmar. “It provides a venue for a bigger crowd of our friends and family to come together for a great paddle festival and great cause. WOW has always been a Paddle Second Chance supporter from our inception and has helped trained some of our wounded veterans to participate in the SUP events.” Gates open at 7:30 a.m. and start time for the first race is 8:30 a.m. It will include a short distance children’s fun race, a 1-mile open race for first-time paddleboarders and a 6-mile recreational flatwater race designed for the intermediate to advanced paddler. For those looking to push their limits, there will be a 17-mile flat water race on the Pocomoke River. Race participants circle Goat Island and then travel farther along the river course, underneath the cover of shade trees, through the scenic water trail of Shad Landing and down river to the turning buoy off Milburn Landing, then repeating the course in the opposite direction. The scenic Pocomoke offers a tranquil and protected course surrounded by the relaxed yet lively atmosphere of Snow Hill’s Byrd Park. Goat Island is situated in the river immediately adjacent to Byrd Park and is home to three goats. Following the race, there will be an awards ceremony and BBQ celebration. There is no same day registration. The final opportunity to register in person is Friday, June 21 from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Blue Dog Café in Snow Hill, where participants can pick up their packets, also provided on race day. For information and to register, visit https://paddleguru.com/races/ReturntoGoatIsland2019. To learn more about Operation Second Chance, go to www.operationsecondchance.org. Follow on social media with #PSC2019 via Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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‘Stand-Up Paddle Board Yoga’ provided by OP this summer (June 14, 2019) After the success of Ocean Pines’ goat yoga, the awardwinning coastal community is getting its feet wet with the launch of “StandUp Paddle Board Yoga” on Tuesdays throughout the summer. “If you thought goat yoga was a hoot, wait until you experience StandUp Paddle Board Yoga at the Swim and Racquet Club beach in Ocean Pines,” said Denise Sawyer, marketing and public relations director with the Ocean Pines Association. “The Tuesday classes will include slow-moving yoga routines on paddleboards.” Ayers Creek Adventures, a local business that provides kayak, canoe, and Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP)
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rentals, guided eco-tours and instructional classes, is heading up the SUP yoga classes in Ocean Pines on Tuesdays, June 25, July 9 and 23, Aug. 6 and 20 from 8:15-9:30 a.m. Water sports enthusiasts can enroll now at the cost of $20 per session (if they bring a board) or $30 per session (if a board is needed). Pre-registration is required. For more information about camp or to register, call the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department at 410-641-7052. Information about additional recreational programs, including an online version of the Ocean Pines Activity Guide, can be found at OceanPines.org.
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Jack Lynch and Briar Parsons drill into the flying device they created while librarian Sandy Taylor holds it steady.
New Destination Imagination after-school club at Wor. Prep (June 14, 2019) Middle school teacher Keith Geiger implemented Worcester Prep’s inaugural Destination Imagination after-school club this year. Two teams of sixth and seventh graders were formed, one competitive and one non-competitive. The seven students on the competition team recently placed fifth in their first-ever DI tournament in Salisbury on March 9. “I am so proud of these kids. Destination Imagination was a great learning experience and everyone had a fantastic time,” Geiger said. “We are hoping to have more than one competition team next year, with the goal of making it to the state competition.” Both Worcester Prep teams chose a project-based challenge and worked
throughout the year to complete it. The competition team chose a challenge that involved writing a skit told from two different perspectives, based on a game. The group chose Battleship, and not only created the skit, but also all the props, which included six replica Battleship boats. One of the boats had a cannon capable of moving in two directions using hydraulic pumps created from simple plastic syringes, tubes and water. The non-competition team chose a different project to work on that included creating a flying device that dropped payloads onto targets, as well as a group performance that incorporated the drops. This team performed for parents and teachers on their final meeting.
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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.
UPTOWN
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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Calendar free music ranging from country to rock, tribute bands to oldies. Each week children are offered various free activities and entertainment. Also, create your own sundae for a nominal fee. Additional ice cream novelty and beverage options are available for purchase. Bring your picnic basket and beach chairs. The night begins at 7 p.m. will end with a fireworks display at 9 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be moved inside the complex.
Fri., June 14 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
ANNUAL FLAG DAY PROGRAM American Legion Post #166, 2308 Philadelphia Ave., 1:00 PM. Open to the public. Use the 24th Street entrance. Tom Devaux, tom.devauxtdevaux@outlook.com, 302-500-1681
FAMILY MOVIE MATINEE ‘BUZZ LIGHTYEAR OF STAR COMMAND’ Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:00 PM. Watch the movie and enjoy some snacks. Register: 410-208-4014. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
Mon., June 17 CPAP MASK FITTING PHOTO COURTESY GAIL PHILIPPI
ARBOR DAY The Ocean Pines Garden Club sponsored its annual Arbor Day Memorial Tree Planting Ceremony on April 11, at Pintail Park in Ocean Pines by planting a Weeping Willow in memory of loved ones who passed away during 2018. Pictured, from left, are Worcester County Commissioner Chip Bertino, OPA Board of Directors President Doug Parks, OPGC President Linda Baker, and Arbor Day chairperson Ann Shockley.
MARYLAND CRAB CAKE DINNER Stevenson United Methodist Church, 123 N. Main St., 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM. Maryland crab cake platters cost $12 and include green beans, baked potato and cole slaw. Maryland crab cake sandwiches cost $8. Carryouts and bake sale available.
tation by a doctor on a current health topic followed by a walk at your own pace. Michelle McGowan, 410-641-9268, http://www.atlanticgeneral.org/walkwithadoc
30TH ANNUAL BERLIN BATHTUB RACES
Registration starts at 9:30 a.m., fishing is from 10 a.m. to noon and prizes awarded at 12:30 p.m. Register at the Nature Nook, next to the Day Use parking lot. The event is free and open to participants 16 years and younger. Registered participants will be provided a free hot dog lunch and the chance to win a prize for their catch. A limited amount of fishing equipment available for use. Erin Swale, ErinR.Swale@maryland.gov, 410641-2120
Main Street, Berlin, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Local businesses and sponsors compete in the battle of the bathtubs! Each team builds a rolling bathtub and the winner recieves a ducky trophy. Sponsored by the Berlin Chamber of Commerce.
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
Sat., June 15 DELMARVA ESA SURF CONTEST #2 Ocean City beach at, 48th Street. The Eastern Surfing Association is dedicated to amateur competition for surfers of all ages and abilities. Contests are subject to change due to wave and weather conditions. http://delmarva.surfesa.org
CRAFTY SATURDAY MAKE & TAKE ‘MAURICE SENDAK’ 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
WALK WITH A DOC Meet at the Berlin Town Hall, 10 Willam Street, 9:00 AM. There is a short presen-
ASSATEAGUE STATE PARK YOUTH FISHING DERBY
SATURDAY STORY TIME ‘ERIC LITWIN/JAMES DEAN’ Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 11:00 AM. Books, signing and dancing. Stay to do the Make & Take craft afterward. For ages 2-5 years. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
COMMUNITY SUMMER FUN KICKOFF Germantown School Community Heritage Center, 10223 Trappe Road, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Annual event to celebrate the end of the school year with free food and fun activities. Featuring horse rides, a petting zoo, arts and crafts, a train ride and more. 410-641-0638
OC AIR SHOW The OC Air Show is free and can be viewed along the beach and boardwalk while centered at 16th Street. Event begins at noon. Premium viewing and VIP tickets are available. Featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. Info: 321-395-3110. 410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326,
https://ocairshow.com
CHICKEN BBQ Willards Volunteer Fire Company, Rt. 346 and Main Street, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Includes a half chicken, 2 sides, roll and a can drink. Cost is $10. Ticketholder must have chicken picked up by 11:30 a.m. 410-430-1135
Atlantic General Hospital Sleep Disorders Diagnostic Center, 9733 Healthway Drive. Free mask fitting clinic for patients who are having trouble adjusting to their CPAP equipment. By appointment only: Robin Rohlfing, 410-6419726.
MARYLAND STATE FIREMEN’S ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONVENTION Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Featuring a fire service trade show and exhibition. Educational classes and seminars are provided for MSFA members. Free admission. 410-289-2800, https://www.msfa.org
LAP TIME 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.
Sun., June 16 BERLIN FARMERS MARKET 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 Bilenki Duo. Ivy Wells and Allison Early, 410-973-2051
OC AIR SHOW The OC Air Show is free and can be viewed along the beach and boardwalk while centered at 16th Street. Event begins at noon. Premium viewing and VIP tickets are available. Featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. Info: 321-395-3110. 410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326, https://ocairshow.com
SUNDAES IN THE PARK On Sundays during the summer, enjoy
Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 AM. Held at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Children, under 2 years old, will be introduced to songs, stories, games and finger plays. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
LUNCH AND LISTEN STORY TIME FOR ADULTS Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 1:00 PM. Hear a story read aloud by library staff and bring your lunch. Soft drinks will be provided. Featuring everything from classics to contemporary literature. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
MONDAY MOVIE MATINEE ‘A STAR IS BORN’ (2018) Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:00 PM. 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
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
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Tues., June 18 MARYLAND STATE FIREMEN’S ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONVENTION Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Featuring a fire service trade show and exhibition. Educational classes and seminars are provided for MSFA members. Free admission. 410-289-2800, https://www.msfa.org
COFFEE AND CONVERSATION Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:00 AM. Join this informal group to discuss library resources including eBooks, databases and the library catalog. Coffee and donuts provided. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
STORY TIME ‘SUMMER FUN’ Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 10:30 AM. Enjoy stories, movement, songs and crafts. For ages 2-5 years. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
PAJAMA PROGRAM TEEN/TWEEN T-SHIRT TOTES ON TUESDAY Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 2:00 PM. Make a summer tote out of an old T-shirt. All materials provided, all ages welcome. No sewing required. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
FAMILY TIME MOVIE ‘SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER VERSE’
The Atlantic General Hospital Intensive Care Unit staff collected 200 pajamas and 220 books to donate to the area’s local chapter of Pajama Program, Worcester Youth and Family Services, in March. The Pajama Program aims to offer at-risk children a pair of pajamas and a book to read before bedtime.
Free admission. 410-289-2800, https://www.msfa.org
WITTY KNITTERS
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
Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM. The movie will begin at 4:30 p.m. Before, during and after the movie, enjoy crafts and activities related to the movie. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
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
SEAFOOD WITH THE KNIGHTS
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
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.
John H. ‘Jack’ Burbage Jr. Regional Cancer Care Center Conference Room, 9707 Healthway Drive, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM. Women Supporting Women/AGH Support group for women and men who are battling breast cancer (current patients and survivors). Lunch is provided. RSVP: 410-548-7880.
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING
MARYLAND STATE FIREMEN’S ASSOCIATION ANNUAL PARADE
STEM PLAY TIME
Parade route is Baltimore Avenue, 15th Street to 30th Street and begins at 1 p.m. Featuring fire apparatus, floats, marching units, majorettes and music groups. https://www.msfa.org
Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 AM. Building, exploring, coding and experimenting. For children up to age 12 years. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
FREE MOVIES ON THE BEACH
STORY TIME ‘OCEAN LIFE’
Carousel Resort Hotel and Condominiums, 11700 Coastal Highway, 8:30 PM. Featuring Mary Poppins Returns. 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
Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 AM. For 2 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
OC/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING Wednesdays - Captain’s Table Restaurant in the Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th St., 6:00 PM. 302-540-2127
Thurs., June 20 PINE’EER CRAFT CLUB MEETING Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 10:00 AM. Refreshments served at 9:45 a.m. The June project is Coastal Candle. The cost is $6. All are welcome to participate. Reservations: Nancy, 302-233-0761.
tion. 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
ONGOING EVENTS VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 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.
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. Info: www.artleagueofoceancity.org or 410524-9433.
‘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 19 MARYLAND STATE FIREMEN’S ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONVENTION Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Featuring a fire service trade show and exhibition. Educational classes and seminars are provided for MSFA members.
DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB 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
BEACH SINGLES Thursdays - Clarion Resort 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
GRIEF SUPPORT Thursdays - Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 11:00 AM. Coastal Hospice provides grief support and educa-
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Student loan debt impacts potential young homebuyers By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (June 14, 2019) Student loan debt has an undeniable negative impact on young homebuyers, especially millennials (those born between the early 80’s and the early 2000’s). This demographic can be affected in their ability to afford a home due to large student loan monthly payments that create a high debt-to-income ratio, and limits their ability to purchase. One program to help those with student debt is the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. This program forgives the remaining balance on direct loans after you have made 120 (10 years) qualifying payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. However, your loan will only be forgiven if you meet all PSLF Program eligibility conditions. To receive PSLF, you must make 120 (10 years) on-time, full, scheduled, separate monthly payments on your direct loans under a qualifying repayment plan after Oct. 1, 2007. Your payments must be made under a qualifying repayment plan such as the REPAYE plan, the PAYE plan, the IBR plan, the ICR plan, the 10-Year Standard Repayment plan, or any other direct loan repayment plan. A qualifying employer includes the government, a not-for-profit organization that is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or a private not-forprofit organization that provides certain public services. Serving in an AmeriCorps or Peace Corps position is also qualifying employment. You must be employed full-time by your employer. For PSLF purposes, that definition must be at least an annual average of 30 hours per week. Only Direct Loan Program loans that are not in default are eligible for PSLF. Loans received under the Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program, the Federal Perkins Loan (Perkins Loan) Program, or any other student loan program are not eligible for PSLF. However, if you have FFEL Pro-
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Three Anchors is located on 78th Street, attached to the recently rebuilt K-Coast shopping center.
Three Anchors restaurant opens adjacent to K-Coast By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) A new restaurant has opened right next to K-Coast on 78th Street, offering coastal dining, a casual atmosphere and a variety of dishes to choose from. Mark Pugh, co-owner of K-Coast and the new Three Anchors restaurant, decided to open his own eatery last December while trying to find someone to lease the 7,000-squarefoot, two-story space attached to the K-Coast store. “We built the restaurant really with the intention of leasing it,” Pugh said. “It’s a lot of money to build out a really nice restaurant and we got to a point in December, we said if we can’t get the restaurant leased out then we’re going to do it ourselves.” Pugh and co-owner Chris Shanahan partnered with Mills Creek Builder Kevin Rohe and officially opened Three Anchors two weeks ago, offering happy hour prices all day and introducing the restaurant’s dinner menu. The group also partnered with Pelagic, a fishing company located in California. The upstairs bar will be named the Pelagic Bar at Three An-
chors. Throughout the restaurant, the theme is coastal design, specifically featuring marlins. The eatery, which can comfortably seat 250, provides brunch, lunch and dinner with several cocktails and draft beers to choose from. For brunch, served from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the restaurant offers egg skillets, waffles, hash browns, French toast, a brunch burger and a variety of fresh smoothies and breakfast cocktails. For lunch, diners can choose from sandwiches, pulled pork or braised rib tacos, burgers as well as a swordfish burger or apple bacon grilled cheese. “It’s just a comfortable place to come and hang out,” Manager Paul “Speedy” Tracy said. “It’s a bar but it’s also a sit-down restaurant. We have a big outdoor deck. It’s brand new, it’s got a great atmosphere and the decor of the place is gorgeous.” For dinner, available beginning at 4 p.m., diners can choose options such as bleu cheese crusted filet mignon, short ribs over gouda polenta, salmon over couscous, pasta, crab cakes, scallops or seared tuna over chilled noodles.
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So far, the perception of the restaurant has been positive, Pugh said. “Everyone we’ve spoken to has really liked it,” Pugh said. “The one nice thing is people also have given us very good constructive comments because they want us to succeed.” Smoothies will be served all day, and can be a great alternative to dessert, Pugh added. “We’ll have a little smoothie shack that is next to the surf shop, so that will have smoothies and ice cream in it,” Pugh said. “A lot of times people go out to dinner and they won’t have dessert so we’ll give the customers a $10 off coupon to go into K-Coast. You can go in and do some shopping…We [also] have some tables outside. You can have an ice cream or a milkshake and then call it a night.” What Pugh really likes about the restaurant space is the large, covered deck on the second floor. “That’s one of the things that surprises people the most. They’re like, ‘Oh my gosh I cannot believe how big See MARLIN Page 56
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Women’s group raises $6,000 for Diakonia (June 14, 2019) During the 100+ Women Who Care on the Shore’s April 30 meeting, $6,000 was raised for Diakonia in just one hour. One of the group’s members matched the donation to meet this total. To date, 100+ Women Who Care on the Shore has raised $29,300 for local charities in the past 2.5 years. For more than 40 years, Diakonia has been helping individuals and families in Worcester County and on the Lower Shore by providing shelter, food, clothing and the resources to re-
build their lives. It is located in West Ocean City on Old Bridge Road. The 100+ Women Who Care on the Shore consists of a group of local women interested in making an immediate, direct and positive impact within Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties by contributing 100 percent of their donation to local charities. Currently there are more than 400 active chapters throughout the world. The group meets three times a year for one hour and learns about local
nonprofit agencies, nominated by members. Voted on by the group, one agency is selected to receive individual checks of $100 from the members. The checks are written directly to the local agency, so there are no administrative fees. Members contribute a tax-deductible donation of $100, three times a year. The 100+ Women Who Care on the Shore membership is open to all women interested in donating to local charities. All agencies nominated must be 501(c)(3) and community or-
ganizations benefitting Worcester, Wicomico or Somerset counties. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 1 at Fins Raw Bar in Berlin. The 100+ Women Who Care on the Shore committee members are Janelle Mulholland, Anna Newton and Michelle McGowan. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/100WomenWhoCareOntheShore/ or email info.100womenwhocareontheshore@gmail.com, or call 410352-3910.
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During the 100+ Women Who Care on the Shore’s April 30 meeting, $6,000 was raised for Diakonia. Pictured, from left, are Diakonia board members, Leighton Moore; Tracy Tilghman, development vice president; Beth Rodier, senior vice president; Annie Buxbaum; Carol Rose, secretary; Allyson Bernard-Church, president; Michelle McGowan, Janelle Mulholland, Anna Newton and Kathy Zeve of 100+ Women Who Care on the Shore; and Reid Tingle, treasurer.
Continued from Page 55 this deck is,’” he said. “You can dine out there for dinner and the sun’s not beating down on you especially during the summertime.” Three Anchors will be open for the remainder of June from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Starting in July or mid-season, the restaurant will be open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. For more information, call Three Anchors at 410-524-8930.
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Nonprofit Impact Report findings released (June 14, 2019) Community leaders from around the Lower Shore released the findings of the Strengthening Communities Nonprofit Impact Report on May 31 at Dove Pointe in Salisbury. The study, which is the first of its kind for the region, details the economic and social impact of the nonprofit sector in Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties. Many significant findings, such as the annual $695 million regional economic impact created by the Lower Shore nonprofit sector, are highlighted in the report. “For the very first time, Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore has clear-cut facts about the regional impact created by nonprofits,” says Erica Joseph, Community Foundation president. “It is our hope that this quantitative data can be used for future community and nonprofit growth while demonstrating the important role nonprofits play in our economy and quality of life.” Key findings of the report include: • Nonprofits on the Lower Eastern Shore have a total economic impact of over $695 million annually. • The nonprofit sector supports over 9,200 jobs on the Lower Eastern Shore, contributing over $379 million in 2017 to the region’s economy through wages paid (14 percent of the
region’s total wages). • Approximately one in three Lower Shore neighbors are served directly and indirectly by local nonprofits. • Despite the large impact of the nonprofit sector, organizations still face many obstacles including struggles to raise funds that cover full costs, insufficient staff or volunteers for workloads and challenges to offer
competitive pay. “Nonprofits are part of the heart and soul of our region. They are part of our social network and part of our social fabric,” said Mike Dunn, Greater Salisbury Committee president and CEO. “This study lends credence to the very power of our nonprofits. Our region would not be as strong and viable as it is without the work of our nonprofits. Those who
benefit from them, and those who work for them.” In addition to economic data, the report details the social and community impacts made by the nonprofit sector. Factors such as quality of life indicators from across the region, the implications if the nonprofit sector were to disappear, nonprofit funding, and See STUDY Page 58
Strengthening Communities Report partners, from left, are Heather Mahler, Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore; Greg Padgham, Tri County Council; Mike Dunn, Greater Salisbury Committee; Erica Joseph, Community Foundation; Bill Chambers, Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce; Kathryn Gordon, Worcester County Economic Development; Sarah Guy, BEACON at Salisbury University; Heather Iliff, Maryland Nonprofits; and Pam Gregory, United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore.
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Study used data collected from local nonprofits Continued from Page 57 sector challenges are discussed as well. “Nonprofits establish themselves with the goal to help meet the needs of our community. They are all around us, but some people may not be aware of the direct impact (jobs) and indirect impact (economic wellbeing) nonprofits have,” said Kathryn Gordon, deputy director of Worcester County Economic Development. “This study showcases the impact these somewhat silent supporters really have.” The collaborative study used data collected from participating nonprofits and existing data from the IRS and the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation. The report was led by The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, The United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore, The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce, Tri-County Council, Worcester County Economic Development, Greater Salisbury Committee, in partnership with Maryland Nonprofits, Johns Hopkins, and BEACON at Salisbury University. To read the full report or for further information, visit LowerShoreNPimpact.org
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The Retired Nurses of Ocean Pines recently presented a check for $850 to Colleen Wareing, vice president of patient care services at Atlantic General Hospital, benefiting the James G. and Nancy W. Barrett Nursing Scholarship Program. Pictured, from left, are Joyce Brittan, treasurer; Mary Mullins, RN, scholarship recipient; Elaine Gilgenast, vice president; Jean Beatty, secretary; and Wareing.
Retired Nurses of OP support AGH (June 14, 2019) The Retired Nurses of Ocean Pines recently presented a check for $850 to Colleen Wareing, vice president of patient care services at Atlantic General Hospital, benefiting the James G. and Nancy W. Barrett Nursing Scholarship Program. The Retired Nurses of Ocean Pines have contributed more than $10,000
to Atlantic General Hospital’s nursing scholarship program since 2008. For the last 15 years, the Barrett Nursing Scholarship Program has enabled two to four non-nurses to work toward their nursing degrees each year, with full reimbursement of tuition and books. In 2016, Atlantic General expanded the program to offer three current nurses financial assistance to return to school to become bachelor prepared. This supports the organization’s efforts to have 80 percent of their registered nursing staff bachelor’s prepared by 2020.
“At Atlantic General Hospital, we recognize the value of education support to allow our nurses to continually advance their skills in both leadership and the care of our patients,” Wareing said. “Through the support of our community’s generous donations, we are able to provide tuition and books to outstanding students desiring to become nurses. This program assures an ongoing wealth of grateful and highly qualified nurses for the future at AGH.” For more information about the scholarship program and upcoming application dates, visit www.agh.care/nursing.
DONATION Allyson BernardChurch, president of the Board of Directors of Diakonia, left, accepts a check from Vera Beck, Caring for America Chairperson of the Republican Women of Worcester County. The check will go toward veteran support services.
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Nominate county volunteers for Spirit awards by June 24 (June 14, 2019) Volunteers make Worcester County a better place to live, work and visit. To honor volunteers whose contributions help improve the quality of life locally, Worcester County residents are invited to nominate individuals, organizations and businesses for the 2019 Volunteer Spirit of Worcester County awards. The nomination period opened May 24, and all nominations must be submitted by June 24. A recognition ceremony for all nominees is scheduled to take place Aug. 21. “The Volunteer Spirit awards program partners with grass roots nonprofits to recognize volunteers whose work helps to make their programs possible,” Volunteer Services Manager Kelly Brinkley said. “It’s all about saying thanks to individuals who notice a need and then dive in to fill a gap in the community,” she continued. “These are the individuals, groups and organizations whose creativity and ingenuity keep making our communities more vibrant.” Nominations will be accepted, with one winner to be chosen from each of the following categories: young professionals, individual, life-
time achievement, member of the board, faith-based, group/team, nonprofit volunteer program, local business, municipal/county government employee (volunteering on personal time), and veteran/veterans group. Nominees should reside in and represent the volunteer spirit of Worcester County. New this year, Volunteer Spirit nomination forms may be filled out and submitted online at www.co.worcester.md.us or by visiting #WorcesterVolunteerConnection on Facebook. Hard copies will be available at the following locations: Human Resources in the Worcester County Government Center in Snow Hill, all five branch libraries or by contacting Brinkley at 410-632-0090 or kbrinkley@co.worcester.md.us. The Volunteer Spirit of Worcester County takes place in cooperation with the annual Governor’s Service Awards program. The youth category previously included in these programs will now be recognized separately in the inaugural Youth Service Awards program. For more information about the Youth Service Awards, visit https://gosv.maryland.gov/youthservice-awards.
Hertrich invited to ceremony for contest finalists (June 14, 2019) Harper Hertrich, a third grader at Worcester Preparatory School, traveled to Annapolis with family, teachers and representatives from the Coastal Association of Realtors on April 23, for a special recognition ceremony with Maryland Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford. The ceremony, held in the Maryland State House, honored nine students from across the state who were chosen by the Maryland Realtors as finalists in this year’s Fair Housing Art Contest. Hertrich is the finalist from the Lower Eastern Shore. Hertrich received a certificate of recognition and a gift from Maryland Realtors, and her drawing, which depicts fair housing, will be featured in the 2020 statewide fair housing brochure. Hertrich previously received a certificate and gift from Coastal for being one of three local finalists that were forwarded to Maryland Realtors for consideration of inclusion in the brochure. The other finalists were fourth grader Cora Lee Conway and fifth grader Ansh Batra, also of Worcester Preparatory School. The annual contest is sponsored by Coastal and Maryland Realtors. “Fair Housing” pertains to the Fair Housing Act, which prohibits discrimination in the sale and rental of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex,
BUSINESS BRIEFS
Joins bank Raymond M. Thompson, president and chief executive officer of Calvin B. Taylor Bank has announced that Eureka Herring has joined the bank as electronic services manager. Herring will oversee the bank’s electronic banking functions, including the management of a team that focuses on customer relations and service delivery. Eureka Herring Herring comes to Taylor Bank with over 16 years of banking experience, specializing in branch operations, leadership and customer relationship management in the Sussex County, Delaware market. During her banking career, she has served as a teller at County Bank, assistant branch manager of Delaware Federal Credit Union, senior relationship banker of Citizens Bank and branch manager of Artisans Bank. She is working toward her degree in business management from Wilmington University. familial status, or handicap. The contest aims to teach children that discrimination is not only wrong, but illegal. Artwork submitted by students had to illustrate this year’s theme, “One America – Housing For All.”
REAL ESTATE MARKETPLACE WALK TO THE BEACH 13323 ATLANTIC BLVD
YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME 14106 CAINE STABLE ROAD
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This bright and cheery 3-Bedroom, 2-bath home features a huge living room, formal dining room, modern kitchen with tile counter top, Farm style sink, Electric range with selfcleaning oven, Frost Free Refrigerator with ice maker and laminate flooring in the kitchen, dining room and hallway and bathrooms. Both bathrooms have been updated with new sinks, toilets and pluming. You will spend many happy hours in the large family room with family and friends creating memories. Enjoy relaxing on the patio after a day at the beach or pool. Located close to busline, restaurants/bar and indoor and outdoor miniature golf course. The community amenities include 3-pools (including a wading pool for the little ones), 2-tennis courts, 2-shuffleboard courts, 9-hole miniature golf course, Bayfront boardwalk with 3-fishing piers, canal front fishing & crabbing area, 8-acre wildlife sanctuary/pond with a 1/2 mile walking path 5-acre open park and street lighting (lamp post at every property). Additional amenities include city streets and sidewalks, city water and sewer, and city trash collection. The HOA dues are just $272.00 year. Sold furnished $234,500. WE ARE THE ORIGINAL MONTEGO BAY SPECIALISTS SINCE 1971.
This Charming 3 bedroom 2 full bath home is just the place you are looking for. Tastefully decorated and is turn key ready. New floors, appliances, furniture, and paint. All you need to do is come down and enjoy the beach. Located North Ocean City in Caine Woods in a nice quite neighborhood. Sold Furnished for $296,000!! Call for a look at this one today it won’t last long Sold Furnished for $296,000!! Call for a look at this one today it won’t last long.
Larry Holdren Real Estate, Inc©
Larry Holdren Real Estate, Inc©
13901 Coastal Hwy., Suite 8, Ocean City, MD
13901 Coastal Hwy., Suite 8, Ocean City, MD
For More Information Call 800-252-2223 • 410-250-2700
For More Information Call 800-252-2223 • 410-250-2700
www.larryholdrenrealestate.com • email: ocmdhre@gmail.com
www.larryholdrenrealestate.com • email: ocmdhre@gmail.com
MONTEGO BAY COMMUNITY
MONTEGO BAY COMMUNITY
3BR/2BA. Not a rental, been very well maintained, move-in ready & being sold fully furnished. Conveniently located within walking distance to shopping, dining, bus stop, beach & OC's beautiful Northside Park. Community features 2 inground pools, 2 tennis courts, 2 shuffleboard courts, a 9 hole mini-golf course, an 8 acre wildlife sanctuary with pond & blacktop walking trail, bayfront boardwalk with 3 fishing/crabbing piers, and more for only $272.00/yr HOA fee. Don't miss out on this one, call today! $230,000.
Call Bill Rothstein
443-280-2530 • 410-250-3020 108 S. Ocean Drive • Ocean City, MD
113 YAWL DRIVE
Montego Bay Realty montegobayrealty@aol.com www.montegobayrealty.com
Walk to the Beach from this 3 bed 2 bath fully furnished home located in the sought after community of Montego Bay in North O.C. Conveniently located within walking distance to shopping, dining, the community pool, North Side Park, and more! Community features 2 pools, 2 tennis courts, shuffleboard, mini-golf, bayfront boardwalk w/3 fishing/crabbing piers, and a wildlife sanctuary with a pond and blacktop walking trail. $235,000
Call Bill Rothstein
800-745-5988 • 443-280-2530 108 S. Ocean Drive • Ocean City, MD
117 SEA BREEZE DRIVE
Montego Bay Realty montegobayrealty@aol.com www.montegobayrealty.com
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OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 209 TEAL CIR. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Perry Masciana, dated March 23, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4902, folio 519 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 1, 2019 AT 1:35 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester County, Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $57,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the
Ocean City Today / Public Notices ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #15-615103). Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-6/13/3t _________________________________ 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 June 25, 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 Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. 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 $25,000.00 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 rem-
JUNE 14, 2019 edy, 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 #: 453331 OCD-6/6/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com
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OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 11311 GUM POINT RD. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Nolan R. Dove, Jr. dated October 4, 2016 and recorded in Liber 6863, folio 112 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 28, 2019 AT 1:25 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. Tax ID #03-011445. 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 $24,000 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
JUNE 14, 2019 taxes and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of 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 70768. 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-6/13/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com
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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 build-
Ocean City Today / Public Notices ings 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 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 10408 BISHOPVILLE ROAD BISHOPVILLE, MD 21813 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Kenneth M. Bruce and Rosalind Bruce, dated August 2, 2010 and recorded in Liber 5518, Folio 439 among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, modified by Loan Modification Agreement recorded on September 29, 2014 in the Land Records of Worcester County at Liber No. 6436, Folio 263, and further modified by Loan Modification Agreement recorded on June 9, 2017, in the Land Records of Worcester County at Liber No. 7017, Folio 270, with an original principal balance of $235,824.00, and an original interest rate of 4.375%, 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 18, 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 Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. 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
PAGE 61 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
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OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 11609 SEAWARD RD., APT. #70B OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 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
Ocean City Today / Public Notices 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. 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 _________________________________
NOTICE
OF PASSAGE OF BILL 19-1 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 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 provisions 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 per-
cent (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
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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. Patrick Seeley Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County
JUNE 14, 2019 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 _________________________________ 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 Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-5/30/3t _________________________________
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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
JUNE 14, 2019 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 _________________________________
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 _________________________________
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Ordinance 2019-04
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. 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
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Town of Berlin
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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 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.
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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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
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 Salisbury 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 _________________________________ CHRISTOPHER T. WOODLEY ESQ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17880 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF KENNETH EUGENE MCFARLIN AKA: KENNETH EUGENE MCFARLIN Notice is given that Jacquelyn Mae Minnick, 3800 Powell Lane, #609, Falls Church, VA 22041, was on June 05, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Kenneth Eugene McFarlin who died on May 24, 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 5th day of December, 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. Jacquelyn Mae Minnick 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: June 13, 2019 OCD-6/13/3t _________________________________
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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. OCD-6/5/2t _________________________________
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17877 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF DAVID ELLIS ROYAL Notice is given that Katherine M. Royal Bosken, 103 Bergeron Way, Cary, NC 27519, was on June 03, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of David Ellis Royal who died on March 3, 2019,
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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 3rd day of December, 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. Katherine M. Royal Bosken 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: June 13, 2019 OCD-6/13/3t _________________________________ SMALL ESTATE
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 17878 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARY VESSEY RANTZ Notice is given that Nicki Clarke, 6834 Seneca Drive, Snow Hill, MD 21863, was on June 03, 2019 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Mary Vessey Rantz who died on February 6, 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 shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of
the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Nicki Clarke Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Terri Westcott 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: June 13, 2019 OCD-6/13/1t _________________________________ CHRISTOPHER T. WOODLEY ESQ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 SMALL ESTATE
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 17883 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF BARRY P. NEVILLE AKA: BARRY PAIGE NEVILLE Notice is given that Karen C. Neville, P.O. Box 913, Berlin, MD 21811, was on June 07, 2019 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Barry P. Neville who died on October 8, 2018, 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 shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Reg-
JUNE 14, 2019 ister of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Karen C. Neville Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Terri Westcott 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: June 14, 2019 OCD-6/13/1t _________________________________ 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. CARRIE J. LAROSA CHARLES A. LAROSA 220 North Heron Drive Unit 2 & Boat Slip 30 Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-19-000106
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Notice is hereby given this 11th day of June, 2019, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 220 North Heron Drive, Unit 2 & Boat Slip 30, Ocean City, MD 21842, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 15th day of July, 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 8th day of July, 2019. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $468,697.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-6/13/3t _________________________________
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Saving commercial property, or not It was back in 1960 that the American Planning Association published an informational item that declared pyramidal zoning might not be the wonderful idea everyone thought it was. The problem, the authors said, was that it engendered conflict between “good” uses of property and “bad” uses of property, an assertion that referenced the accepted practice of allowing residential development in areas zoned for less desired uses, such as commercial, business and, in rare cases, industrial. In other words, the planning experts of 59 years ago recommended rethinking a zoning approach that Ocean City still employs today. City Councilman Dennis Dare, who last year expressed his concern about the displacement of commercial properties by residential development, reiterated that point this week. In light of the continued decline of the resort’s commercial sector, Dare called for greater protection of these properties, and suggested that the current practice of allowing residential projects to go just about anywhere be tempered by making proposed undertakings of that nature subject to the special exception rule. In other words, the developer of a condominium project proposed for a commercial area would have to prove that it would not interfere with its neighbors’ use of their properties. That’s a good idea, assuming city government wants to stanch the flow of businesses to the other side of the bay, but making it happen won’t be easy unless the City Council decides to take a much tougher position than it did when property owners in R-1 single-family zones tried and failed to prevent the proliferation of weekly rentals in their neighborhoods. Dare will have to argue, as the authors of that planning association article did almost six decades ago, that city officials need to see “that the zoning ordinance, to the extent possible under the law, encourages the proper functioning of each class of land use.” Or we can just not worry about it and see what happens.
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Stanley Cup confusion
There was a time when I thought the Stanley Cup was something you’d find in a hardware store along with the Stanley Box Beam Level and the Stanley 20-Inch Claw Nailing Hammer. But that was only after I realized one of my friends during By our early pre-teen confusion Stewart years was off the mark when he said it was athletic gear of some Dobson sort. He’d been told that by his father, who, as dads often do just to mess with their kids, made it up, along with an explanation of this article’s origins and purpose. “So,” I asked my father, after being fully informed as to what was what by my friend, “Will I be getting a Stanley Cup when I start playing Little League baseball?” My father only smiled, which I took as a “Yes” but really meant, “Ah, kids. They’re such amusing little idiots.” As a result, when another pre-teen associate asked before one of our initial games, “Why will we be wearing these things?” “Well, according to Tommy’s dad,” I replied with some authority, “it’s to protect your Stanley or Stanleys, as the case may be.” The sight of your coach face-down in the dugout dirt gasping for air will make you revisit your understanding of things, thus leading to my more logical conclusion that a Stanley Cup must be used by carpenters for their coffee breaks, which, given their frequency, require a drinking vessel of industrial strength. Made sense to me. It wasn’t until some years later that I discovered ice hockey, which is not surprising considering that my town, Denton, an Eastern Shore
of Maryland community with one stoplight and a Ben Franklin five-and-dime at the time, had a winter sports tradition pretty much limited to skidding across the driveway after a good night of sleet. Then a kid from Michigan moved to town and enlightened me. “Hockey is a great sport,” he advised me, “It’s fighting on ice skates until the team with the most teeth wins.” I’ve watched hockey ever since, even though all I know about it is that yelling at everything is required of all real fans. My wife, on the other hand, knows her hockey, because she’s from Long Island and it’s a requirement of residency. As we watched the final game of the Stanley Cup series this week between the ultimately victorious St. Louis Blues and the Boston Bruins, I got myself wrapped up in the contest, partly as a show of spousal support and because I like to be involved even though I have no idea what I’m talking about. Kind of like people and politics, when you think about it. “Icing! Icing,” I hollered in reference to a call the refs make when they need a breather. “It’s not icing,” she says. “Icing is when …” “Blue line violation! Blue line violation!” I shouted, in reference to another call the refs seem to make for the sake of variety. “It’s not a blue line violation,” she says. “A blue line violation is when …” At least I do know what the Stanley Cup is these days. Still, I wonder if Lord Stanley, the governor general of Canada who created it, ever played Little League. “What do think?” I asked my wife. She only smiled, which I took exactly as it was meant, “Ah, men. They’re such unamusing big idiots.”
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Letters to the editor Ocean City budget review Editor, Our elected officials recently completed the 2020 Ocean City budget review. I chuckle how the majority of the Council patted themselves on the back for doing such a great job of spending millions of dollars of the taxpayers’ money. They all talked about their efforts to keep property taxes low at 46 cents for each $100 of assessed property value while providing the level of services needed to operate the Town of Ocean City. Did they do a good job? Let’s take a look back at how they did with the 2019 budget. The Council approved the 2019 budget of $129.9 million in May 2018. But the final 2019 budget will be $141 million, about 10 percent higher, because the Council added a March 2019 budget amendment to increase spending by $11.3 million. (This figure is shown on page 112 of the Council’s March 4, 2019 meeting information packet.) This means that the Council’s 2019 budget brought in excess revenues of $11.3 million dollars that the Council
subsequently spent by approving the March 2019 budget amendment. Council Member Dennis Dare, who has been involved with Ocean City budgets for 32 years, recently reported that one penny on the tax rate brings in revenue of $899,063. Using Council Member Dares $899,063 figure, this $11.3 million increase was equal to about eight cents of a property tax rate. If the Council had not spent the $11.3 million, the 2019 budget year would have ended with a significant surplus that could have been used to lower the 2020 property tax rate from 46 cents to 38 cents. Joseph Potter Ocean City
Remembering those who served Editor, Seventy-five years ago, June 6, 1944, American soldiers saved liberty and an entire continent. Few of us are still alive to remember how America saved the world for every future generation. While I was home in America, helping to build WWII aircraft at Glen L. Martin Aircraft Company,
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thousands of men and women were in the planes we built and on Higgins boats waiting for the signal to fight to the death to stop Hitler’s Germany from taking over the world. Wave after wave of Americans pushed their way through the gunfire and bombs to overtake the German army in Normandy, France. This victory became the turning point of WWII. [A total of] 9,388 soldiers remain in France, having made the ultimate sacrifice for people they would never know. For most of these brave young soldiers, this was the first time they had ever left the communities where they were born. They volunteered to save the world and many never returned home. To all who remember, I ask you to find a television channel or Internet locations to watch and listen to President Trump’s speech in Normandy, France. Teach all the children the factual history of our nation and the brave men and women who give up everything so that we could live in peace here in America. They are our hope for the future. Thank you from my heart. Anna Foultz Ocean Pines
Berlin drugstore launches ‘Pitch In’ donation program (June 14, 2019) Apple Discount Drugs, a locally-owned and operated Healthmart pharmacy serving the community for over 40 years, launched the new “Pitch In” campaign in May initiated to collect donations for community organizations and families in need. “Apple is a very community driven company,” said Tish Withers, marketing director, Apple Discount Drugs. “We take pride in the quality of healthcare services we provide to our customers but are aware of the families in our community with greater needs that we can help. ‘The ‘Pitch In’ campaign offers a convenient location for people to drop off donations when they stop into the store for their prescriptions or other healthcare items,” she continued. “We will take care of the rest and make sure the donations are distributed to the appropriate organizations, churches, schools and shelters.” Apple kicked off the campaign in May to coincide with Women Supporting Women’s Bras for a Cause fundraiser that benefits local people diagnosed with breast cancer. Apple Discount Drugs will be colSee DONORS Page 67
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Donors entered in baseball tickets drawing monthly Continued from Page 66 lecting new items each month to donate to pre-arranged local organizations. Keeping in line with the “Pitch In” theme, anyone who donates will be entered into a monthly drawing to win two Delmarva Shorebirds tickets during the baseball season. Monthly “Pitch In” Line Up • June: Items for soldiers away from home (toothbrushes, wet wipes, shampoo, deodorant, razors). These items will be taken to Operation We Care for packaging and shipments to deployed troops. • July and August: Back to school supplies to be donated to the Wicomico Board of Education. • September: TBD leaving a month open for sudden needs that may arise. • October: Canned goods for the local food bank. • November: Hats, gloves and scarves to be donated to The Joseph House. • December: Blankets for local homeless shelters such as The Joseph House and Halo. For more information, call Apple Discount Drugs at 410-749-8401 or follow on Facebook.
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Frosh warns of fake officers scam (June 14, 2019) Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh is warning consumers of a scam in which thieves posing as law enforcement swindle money from Marylanders by threatening arrest for missing jury duty or failure to appear as a witness. Anyone can fall victim to this sophisticated scam. Reports indicate that it is affecting Marylanders in several counties. Here is what consumers report. The scammer calls a potential victim, claiming falsely to be calling from a local police department or sheriff’s office to tell them that they have missed a court date. The scammer may leave a message for a call back, and the caller ID often indicates a local area code. If the victim calls the number back, a recording suggests that they reached a legitimate law enforcement office. Once the caller is connected to a live person, that person tells the victim they missed jury duty, that a certified notice was signed by someone at their home, and that a bench warrant for their arrest has been issued for failure to attend jury duty and contempt of court. In some reported cases, the scammer tells the victim that they must meet in person to resolve the issue. The scammer may provide the victim with an address belonging to an actual law enforcement location to appear legiti-
mate. But once the victim arrives at that location, the scammer will then ask for payment (generally by gift card, prepaid cash card, or wire transfer) to immediately resolve the issue. In other cases, the scammer tells the victim that there is a fine due for missing the court appearance, and that the victim cannot go to the local law enforcement department or they will be arrested. The scammer tells the victim that they can only pay the fine by wiring funds—no cash or checks are accepted. They may also tell the victim that if they pay the fine within a designated time that they only need to pay a portion of the fine. Once the victim agrees to pay the fine, the scammer provides instruction on how to pay, and then will likely tell
the victim that they must stay on the phone until the payment is complete. In a complaint received by the Consumer Protection Division, the scammer instructed the victim to use a MoneyPak card to pay the fine. In addition to the above, the scammer may tell the victim that there is a “gag order” on their case so they cannot talk about it. They may also ask the victim to scan and email a copy of their driver’s license. Under no circumstances should you pay any money, whether through MoneyPak or any other quick money transfer, to any person or group that claims to be a law enforcement officer even if they threaten you with arrest or fine. Nor should you email or reveal by telephone any personal information to anyone unless it is an exchange that you See INSTRUCTIONS Page 76
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Workgroup’s makeup worries local officials Continued from Page 1 House Speaker Adrienne Jones announced the funding work group appointments in a statement last week. Chairing the workgroup will be William E. “Brit� Kirwan, the former chancellor of the University System of Maryland, and for whom the commission is informally named. Its formal title is the Commission on Innovation and Excellence in Education. Other members are from metropolitan area and suburban counties. Recommendations from the funding formula workgroup are due by Nov. 1, according to a statement from Miller’s office. Andes stressed the need to have statewide representation within the faction. “It’s critically important that a rep-
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resentative of rural communities be in the room when people are making determinations with the distribution of state aid,â€? Andes said. “Without the voice of rural Maryland in that room, the needs of students in rural communities will not be met.â€? Andes also pondered the how Worcester County would be treated. “It could potentially negatively impact the funding formula, especially if the funding ‌ is distributed based on
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table, I think that the opportunities for us to benefit from the work is going to be minimal,� Bertino said. “I mean I hope that that’s not the case, but they have not demonstrated up to this point that they really have an interest in helping Worcester County.� Andes previously said state funding for schools is distributed “inverse the wealth,� which puts Worcester at a big disadvantage. The state calculates wealth for school funding by comparing the total assessed value of real property in a county to its total population. Worcester County receives the second lowest amount of state funding at $4,217 per student and some $26.5 million overall in fiscal year 2019. “So Worcester County receives some of the lowest amount of state aid,� Andes said. “At the same time, Worcester County has to meet all the state mandates that every other school system in the state of Maryland has to meet.� Lou Taylor, superintendent of Worcester County Public Schools said more than $255 million in state funding for fiscal year 2020 was included as part of SB 1030, “The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future,� and of that Worcester County received just $688,000. “Our board will be closely monitoring the activity of the funding workgroup as they begin to meet this summer,� Taylor said. If the state’s funding formulas do not treat Worcester County favorably, Andes said funds would need to be supplemented by county government. “If the state aid is not available to meet those mandates directed by the state of Maryland, then there has to be another source of revenue to meet those,� Andes said.
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Ocean City fire department leaders welcome Rich Bowers, center, left, on board as the new chief after being confirmed by Mayor Rick Meehan and City Council during a work session on Tuesday.
Fire chief held reins in Montgomery, Fairfax Continued from Page 1 operation. “For the external candidates, it was a three-part process,” he said. After providing the outside contenders with a tour of the resort’s fire facilities, all candidates sat for a panel interview, Miller said. The panel included several volunteer firefighters, a career firefighter, other department heads, a citizen representative and Human Resources Director Wayne Evans. “The thing [panel members] all had in common was that I trusted their judgment and intellect, but they viewed things from a slightly different perspective,” he said. The first round of interviews whittled the list to three candidates who were vetted prior to sitting for a second in-depth interview with Miller and Budget Manager Jennie Knapp. “All 10 could have done the job and were well prepared,” he said. “We were in a no-lose situation.” Miller presented Bowers’ resume and proposed his nomination during the last council work session on May 28. “Rich is the right guy for us at the
right time,” he said. “Council was impressed with his resume and background.” Miller noted the multitude of career progression Bowers has achieved after four decades in the field. “He told the story yesterday that … he actually was hired at 17 and a half [years of age] to work and had to be 18,” he said. “He started as a firefighter and EMT and worked up through 12 more positions.” Miller said after serving for 35 years with Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services, the last five as chief, Bowers filled the same role in Fairfax County, Virginia for a comparable time before resigning last spring. “They have a combined department like we do, but obviously bigger,” he said. Mayor Rick Meehan welcomed Bowers on Tuesday after officially swearing in the resorts’ top fire official. “He is only the second chief we’ve had for the combined Ocean City fire departments,” he said. For his part, Bowers expressed a desire to form a connection with volunteer and career firefighters, as well as community members and business
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OCPD staff levels down slightly with stats stagnating By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) Despite a small dip in seasonal staffing numbers, Ocean City Police Chief Ross Buzzuro said crime statistics from last month are in line with last year’s data and stressed the importance of community involvement to assist officers. Buzzuro said the number of seasonal officers and public safety aides hired this year (131 total, including 100 patrol officers) is a bit below the 147 (which included 114 patrol officers) brought on board last summer. “We’re able to have slightly less through the door but we’re able to retain them through the process,” he said. Also the number of returning seasonal officers dropped to 16 this year compared to 18 during 2018, Buzzuro said. The number of public safety aides on patrol also dropped a tad, going from 55 in 2018 to 44 this year. “We feel strongly that the number of part-time seasonal help is sufficient in the field and also inside,” he said. City Council President Lloyd Martin, who serves on the Police CommisSee OCPD Page 72
DUI suspect allegedly flees crash By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) Heather Draper, 24, of New Castle, Delaware was arrested for a host of traffic offenses, including DUI, neglecting to stop for a pedestrian in the crosswalk and failure to remain at the scene of an accident involving bodily injury on Sunday about 3 p.m. Police said while still in the midst of responding to the Baltimore Avenue and 23rd Street area for a crash involving a pedestrian, the suspected vehicle was spotted heading north on Coastal Highway and pulled over at 53rd Street.
According to the police report, the driver, later identified as Draper, was traveling north on Baltimore Avenue and struck a pedestrian in the marked crosswalk by Heather Draper 23rd Street. Police said the victim was not fatally injured but did have several teeth knocked loose and was later taken to Peninsula Regional Medical Center for evaluation. Police said when they talked to Draper, she allegedly acknowledged
hitting a pedestrian but claimed the victim ran away following the incident. Draper reportedly told police she stopped for several minutes after the accident but failed to call 911 and then continued north on Baltimore Avenue before eventually being detained at 53rd Street. According to the police report, Draper was allegedly unable to perform field sobriety tests satisfactorily and subsequently registered a .15 blood alcohol concentration. Draper was released the following day after posting $6,500 bond with a trial yet still to be determined.
Trio caught after fleeing hot ride By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) Jason Diggs Jr., 19, of Frederick was arrested on a pair of felony counts for theft under $25,000 and unlawful removal of a motor vehicle after police allege he, and a pair of unidentified juveniles, fled in a stolen vehicle during a traffic stop on Saturday just after 1:30 p.m. Patrol officers reported seeing a gray 2009 Audi A4 traveling north on South Baltimore Avenue without front licenses plates attached, as required by Maryland
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Group caught overnight inside WreckTangle By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) A tick after midnight last Friday, as police were detaining one suspect for allegedly trespassing at the new WreckTangle obstacle course on Third Street, they reportedly observed five other men negotiate over a bent section of fence for an unauthorized two-minute dash that ended in their arrest. A plainclothes police officer working by the Ocean Bowl Skate Park on St. Louis Avenue reported noticing a man, later identified as Zachary Dale, 18, of Berlin, climbing on an obstacle inside the WreckTangle course.
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Sewickley, Pennsylvania and an unnamed juvenile. Police reported the group spent about two minutes inside the closed WreckTangle facility, with several members testing out the course while videotaping their antics. The young men were stopped shortly thereafter walking north on Philadelphia Avenue and arrested for trespass, which includes a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail and/or a $500 fine. Police said several no trespassing signs are prominently posted on the perimeter fencing, as well as signs listing the WreckTangle obstacle course hours of operation as 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
AGH unaffected by other firm’s data breach By Josh Kim Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) An American Medical Collection Agency (AMCA) data breach, which may affect over 20 million people nationwide, should not be a problem for patients of Atlantic General Hospital. “The breach with AMCA does not affect Atlantic General Hospital or our patients,” director of marketing at Atlantic General Hospital Sarah Yonker said. “We do not have a busi-
ness agreement or relationship of any kind with AMCA.” Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh issued a press release on Wednesday about the breach and warned Marylanders that their medical and private information might have been compromised. American Medical Collection Agency is a third-party collection agency for laboratories, hospitals, physicians groups, medical providers and others.
Entities that have also been affected by the breach include Quest Diagnostics, LabCorp, BioReference Laboratories, Carecentrix, Sunrise Laboratories and possibly more. A spokesman at the Berlin LabCorp office said his company was not involved and that the AMCA breach did not affect them. Further, although AGH does use LabCorp to process certain specimens, AGH does its own billing and is therefore unaffected, Yonker said.
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OCPD reports slight bump in stats Continued from Page 70 sion, noted there were a few more retuning PSAs this year versus 2018. Mayor Rick Meehan, after confirming there were three fewer seasonal officers hired this year, 56 compared to 59 in 2018, confirmed the department is budgeted for a maximum of 148 seasonal hires. “We have more PSAs becoming police officers (and) we want to see those continue,” Buzzuro said. That group included 15 members, or about 27 percent of staff total, this year compared to eight, or about 15 percent of staffing, in 2018. “We’re moving in the direction we’ve spoken about,” he said. Switching to crime statistics, Buzzuro said a few recent spikes were noted from last month versus the last year. “If you look at the top 25 calls for service throughout the month of May, we had considerably more number of car stops than we did last year,” he said. Last month OCPD conducted 1,721 traffic stops compared to 1,181 during May 2018. Also parking violations issued jumped from 227 last May to 311 this past month. Buzzuro said 911 hang-up calls in-
creased about 50 percent, with 328 recorded last month compared to 234 last May, while malicious destruction of property incidents bumped up from 29 during May 2018 to 56 last month. “We did see a drop off in city ordinance violations,” he said. Slight upticks were noted with DUI arrests, which grew from 31 last May to 37 this May, with drug arrests also growing from 18 to 24 during the same time period. “The numbers are in line with where we were last year,” he said. Boardwalk smoking and vaping violations dropped from 10 last May to eight this May. “We should see a higher degree of compliance,” he said. Based on last year, when 375 smoking violations were recorded in June, Buzzuro said next month would likely see an increased number of incidents. “We hope to see less,” he said. Meehan said the number of people partaking of tobacco or vaping products on the Boardwalk has shown a
marked decrease. “It still doesn’t mean everyone that’s seen shouldn’t be cited, or at least addressed,” he said. Noting that June typically presents challenges for OCPD, Meehan also praised the City Watch surveillance camera system after a suspect wanted in connection with a stabbing incident Sunday on the Boardwalk by Caroline Street was identified after video images were released to the media. “I was up on the Boardwalk and saw a strong police presence the last couple of days,” he said. “It’s a challenging couple of weeks with all the young people in town.” Meehan also said critical public comments following the release of the suspect’s picture fail to grasp the importance of seeking community assistance. “That was out there to show that everybody could assist the police department in solving these issues,” he said. “Things are going to happen, but we minimize that.”
POLICE/COURTS Continued from Page 24 Police arrived at the scene of an altercation at a downtown motel and were advised by employees that a woman, later identified as Neary, had intervened after her husband began arguing and became physical with staff members. A staff member claimed Neary punched him numerous times in the chest and arms, but had ceased the activity, only to resume the aggression after the arrival of law enforcement.
Leaves crash scene Ashley Ortiz, 27, of Dover, Delaware was arrested for DUI, failure to stop after an accident involving property damage, running a red light and negligent driving on Sunday just after 2:40 p.m. Marked patrol units in the area of 30th Street and Philadelphia Avenue reported seeing a sedan, whose driver was later identified as Ortiz, enter the intersection without yielding to traffic and hit another vehicle before continuing north on Philadelphia Avenue. Police spotted the vehicle on Coastal Highway near 41st Street driving in the bus lane for several blocks prior to initiating a traffic stop. According to the police report, Ortiz drove about six blocks before pulling over, and when interviewed exhibited signs of intoxication but refused to perform field sobriety tests or submit to a breath test.
Credit card fraud Benjamin Albin, 44, of Baltimore was arrested Sunday on charges of credit card counterfeiting, a felony with a maximum penalty of 15 years in jail and a $1,000 fine, along with misdemeanor
theft up to $1,500 for allegedly purchasing player cards to access video games from a Boardwalk amusement business. Police were alerted on Sunday about 12:18 p.m. by an employee at the Boardwalk amusement after a visitor said his card information apparently had been used to spend about $250 at the establishment using a credit card. After auditing kiosk machines at the business, employees discovered three transactions were made between 11:40 p.m. to 11:43 p.m. using the credit card data. After reviewing video surveillance footage, police identified Albin as the bogus buyer and found him still inside the arcade about 12:40 p.m. Police said Albin refused to answer their questions and a search of his person uncovered 21 unmarked credit cards with magnetic strips attached. Albin was released on his own recognizance the following day and is scheduled to stand trial on July 18 in Worcester County District Court in Ocean City.
Fighting Shyneice Baine, 27, of Snow Hill was arrested for disorderly conduct on Sunday about 2:15 a.m. for allegedly fighting outside a bar in the 1700 block of Coastal Highway. Police responded to a fight on the sidewalk and found about 10 women yelling at each other. With the arrival of the police, the group began to scatter, revealing Baine and another woman grappling on the sidewalk, according to police. After this Baine allegedly stood up and took a swing at another woman nearby before being placed under arrest.
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Stabbing suspect to be extradited By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (June 14, 2019) One day after Ocean City Police distributed video images to learn the identity of a suspect in a Boardwalk stabbing Sunday, the suspect was found and now awaits extradition to Worcester County. Harold Rafael Nunez-Dominguez, 19, of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, has been charged with multiple counts of first and second-degree assault, as well as two counts of reckless endangerment. He remains in police custody in Pennsylvania pending extradition to Ocean City. Police reported a fight involving multiple parties on Sunday about 12:26 a.m. at Caroline Street and the Boardwalk.
AGH patients not affected by data breach nationally Continued from Page 71 data watchdog, discovered the data breaches on Feb. 28, according to an article written by the group. On March 1, the group attempted to contact the agency several times to alert the victims, but to no avail. In the end, it was not until the end of May that the agency began notifying its clients. Information at risk of being compromised include: social security number, credit card number, lab test order, patient name, date of birth, address, phone number, date of service, provider, balance information, bank account information and payment card information. Consumers who believe that they may have been affected by the breach should follow these steps: • Obtain a free credit report at www.annualcreditreport.com or call 877-322-8228 • Put a fraud alert on credit files. • Consider a security freeze on credit files. • Take advantage of any free services being offered as a result of the breach. • Use two-factor authentication on online accounts whenever available Frosh warned consumers to review their financial and medical accounts and to report immediately any suspicious or fraudulent activity. “Massive data breaches like this one experienced by the AMCA are extremely alarming,” Frosh said. “I strongly urge consumers to take steps to ensure that their information and personal identity is protected.” Victims of the data breach may file a complaint to the Attorney General’s Identity Theft Unit at 410-576-6491.
Police said the preliminary investigation indicated during the melee Nunez-Dominguez stabbed a pair of juvenile victims, ages 15 and 17, with the latter flown to Shock Trauma. The younger stabbing victim was taken to Peninsula Regional Medical Center for treatment. Both victims are said to be in stable condition. In a statement on Monday, Police Chief Ross Buzzuro credited concerned community members for helping crack the case after footage of the suspect was captured by Boardwalk surveillance cameras and shared on social media and area broadcast news outlets. “We would not have the photographs, video evidence and the ability to quickly identify the suspect without our City Watch program,” he said. “The investment in the town’s surveillance technology is a key factor in solving this case.” Regardless of photographic evidence, police said numerous tips from citizens and an unnamed hotel employee, who helped confirm the suspect’s lodging arrangements, were primary factors in locating NunezDominguez. “We work closely with the Chamber of Commerce and the HotelMotel-Restaurant Association on ways to properly identify their guests,” Buzzuro said. “With the visi-
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Car theft suspects’ attempt to run thwarted by dead end Continued from Page 1 tent to distribute. OCPD detectives were watching a hotel in the 2700 block of Philadelphia Avenue on Saturday just before 4:30 p.m. because a car theft suspect was believed to be in that vicinity. Police reportedly watched a group of three men, later identified as Myers, Parson and Turner, along with an unnamed juvenile, load into and drive away in a green Honda Odyssey that had been reported stolen on June 7 in Harford County. Police attempted to stop the vehicle after following it south on Philadelphia Avenue, but the driver sped down Herring Way, then turned west on Dolphin Street before turning northbound on Marlin Drive and hitting a dead end. According to the police report, the Honda still in motion when the four suspects fled the vehicle carrying backpacks, while the stolen ride rolled into u a front yard on Marlin Drive. OCPD established a perimeter on the bayside side streets and captured Myers first. Police said Turner and
the juvenile jumped into the bay to avoid arrest but were clinging to pilings and subsequently were placed under arrest. Parson was taken into custody after poDalonte Myers lice found him hiding under a gazebo in the neighborhood. Police later recovered backpacks that Turner and the juvenile reportedly tossed away before leaping into the bay. Davonn Parson Inside one of the backpacks, were 26 capsules of heroin and an eight-ball, or 3.5 grams, of cocaine, which allegedly belonged to Turner, although the juvenile claimed ownership. Amir Turner Parson and Myers are scheduled for trial dates on July 18 in Worcester District Court in Ocean City, with Turner’s trial date has yet to be announced.
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Youth pastor gets 37 years for sex offense conviction (June 14, 2019) Rodney Harmon Jr., 34 of Stockton, was sentenced on June 7 in the Worcester County Circuit Court to 75 years’ incarceration in the Maryland Division of Correction, with all but 37 years suspended. Harmon will also be required to register as a sex offender for the remainder of his life. Harmon was convicted of three counts of sexual abuse of a minor and one count of displaying an obscene item to a minor on Feb. 14, 2019. The charges stem from a com-
plaint of child sexual abuse received by the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office in August 2018. The Worcester County Child Advocacy Center (the R. Harmon Jr. Cricket Center) and Child Protective Services began a joint investigation that revealed that Harmon had sexually abused multiple children while serving as a youth pastor for a church in Pocomoke City.
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Instructions to avoid scammers Continued from Page 67 initiated. If you do receive a call that tries to extort you in this way, follow these steps: Hang up immediately. Do not call the number shown on the caller ID. Do not send your driver’s license information to anyone who calls claiming to be a law enforcement officer. Report the suspicious call to the Office of the Attorney General or the Federal Trade Commission. Those have received a call like this and paid the caller any amount of money, or revealed any personal information via email or by phone, follow these steps: Contact the company that facilitated the funds transfer to see if you can stop the payment. Contact the Attorney General’s Iden-
tity Theft Unit to learn how to protect yourself if the scammers try to use your personal information. Contact local law enforcement department to report the theft. Report the incident to the Office of the Attorney General or the Federal Trade Commission. “Only one person has to fall for this scam for the thieves to potentially make hundreds of dollars,” said Attorney General Frosh. “These scammers are very good at persuading anyone that they are in trouble with the law. But remember that legitimate law enforcement officers will never ask you to pay a fine by wire transfer or any other rapid money transfer.” The Maryland Courts have also issued an alert about this scam. Call the Consumer Protection Hotline at 410528-8662 to speak with questions about this or any other scam.
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Blockade of Tianjin and ‘The Tiensin Incident’ from 1940 Japanese forces capture port city to hinder British By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III Contributing Writer (June 14, 2019) This week, 80 years ago, forces of the Japanese North China Area Army, commanded by Hajime Sugiyama, began a blockade of the British enclave in the North China port city of Tianjin, also known as Tiensin. It is known to history as “The Tiensin Incident.” Today, Tianjin is the sixth largest city in China with a population of 11.5 million. This, and other enclaves had been in existence since the 19th Century,
when the British Empire had extracted trading and other concessions from the Chinese Empire. After the British began extracting these concessions, other nations began doing the same, so that in many coastal cities of China there were Japanese, French and American enclaves. There had been German, Austro-Hungarian and Russian enclaves, but after the Great War, they had been eliminated. In Tianjin, there were also Belgian and Italian enclaves. These enclaves were governed by the laws of their nationality. The British enclave encompassed about 200 acres on the Hai He River. The administrative center was Gordon Hall on Victoria Road, now Jiefang Lu. The British government sublet plots to private owners. The enclave had a population of 1,500, half of whom were British military. Japanese forces had captured the port city on July 30, 1937, and, although the Japanese governed and administered the city, they, for the most part, respected the foreign administrations of the enclaves. Although Gen. Sugiyama had only held his command for about six months, he was not unfamiliar with international politics. Prior to taking command of the North China Area Army, he had served a year as Japan’s minister of war. In the early 1930s, he had served, for three years, as vice war minister. He was chief of the general staff from Sept. 3, 1940, until his removal, as the “Fall Guy,” in February 1944 by Premier General Hideki Tojo. He became a field marshal in 1943. After Gen. Tojo’s ouster, he resumed his duties as war minister. Following the American occupation, he and his wife committed suicide. On April 9, 1939, the Chinese collaborationist manager of the Japanese-owned Federal Reserve Bank of North China, Cheng Hsi-keng, was assassinated by Chinese nationalists at the city’s Grand Theater, while watching the movie “Gunga Din.” After investigation, six Chinese men living in the British enclave were implicated in the crime. The British arrested four of the six, and, after the Japanese promised they would not be tortured and would be returned to British custody within five days, handed them over to the Japanese. Of course they were tortured, and two of them confessed to being involved. They were then returned to British custody. The local British counsel, Mr. Jamison, had promised the Japanese that the British would hand over the accused assassins. In the meantime, Madame Chaing, Continued on Page 78
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OBITUARIES FREDRICK ROYER Bishopville Fredrick Lee Royer, age 79, died on the May, 25 2019, at home surrounded by his family. Born in Akron, Ohio, he was the son of the late Francis M. Royer and Florence E. Feller Royer. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Joyce F. George Royer, Fredrick Royer and children, Sharon Rolfs and her husband, Harold, of Waldorf, Maryland, Robert Royer of Owings, Maryland, and Lisa Royer of Bishopville, Maryland. Fred had nine grandchildren,
Melyssa, Megan, Matt, Heath, Hunter, Kaleb, Bryton, Zayden and Quinten; two great-grandchildren, Miana and Melia; and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his sister, Nancy DiLodovico and her husband, Frank, of Dunkirk, Maryland. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary-Frances Clare Richardson and Patricia Mobley. A Christian Mass was held on June 5, 2019 at St. Luke Catholic Church in Ocean City, Maryland. A donation in Fred’s memory may be made to: Mesothelioma Research Foundation of America, 3011 Townsgate Road, Suite 450, Westlake Village, California 91361. Arrangements are in the care of
the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Letters of condolence may be sent to the family at www.burbagefuneralhome.com. BETTY L. DIGUISEPPE Selbyville Betty L. DiGuiseppe, age 92, of Selbyville died Friday, May 31, 2019, at home. She was born in Washington, D.C. and was the daughter of the late Elmer P. and Anna (Ramsey) McIntosh. She was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church in Bethany Beach, Ocean City Elks Lodge and the Loyal Order of Moose in Roxana. She is survived by five sons, Warren F. DiGuiseppe and wife, Teresa,
of Columbia, Maryland, Tim A. DiGuiseppe and wife, Jacqueline, of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Frances R. DiGuiseppe and wife, Janet, of Crofton, Maryland, Donald A. DiGuiseppe of Kent Island, Maryland, and Paul T. DiGuiseppe and wife, Carol, of Ellicott City, Maryland; seven grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dominic DiGuiseppe. A Mass of Christian burial was held on Thursday, June 6, 2019, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 35318 Church Road in Frankford. In lieu of flowers, donations in her Continued on Page 79
convened in Manila by U.S. Gen. Douglas MacArthur, as a result of the conduct of the Japanese defending the Philippines against his forces, and, in particular, Manila. The Japanese blockade of the British enclave began on June 14, 1939. Food and fuel were not permitted into the British enclave. Anyone wishing to enter or leave was publicly strip-searched. In order to end the blockade, the Japanese demanded that the British government turn over all silver reserves belonging to the Chinese government within British banks, forbid all anti-Japanese radio broadcasts from anywhere in the British Empire, ban school text books that the Japanese government considered offensive and end the issuing of fapi currency, as Chinese paper currency was then known. The Japanese stated that, “...the arrow is already off the bow and therefore the question cannot be settled by the mere transfer of the four suspect assassins.” Japan further demanded that Britain must be prepared to “cooperate” with it in the Far East and must drop its “pro-Chiang Kai-Shek policy.” It appeared to many as if the two nations would soon be at war.
Since Britain was unable to interest the United States in joining with it in imposing economic sanctions against the Japanese, with the looming war with Germany, and possibly its new ally, Italy, it was not dealing from a position of strength. The Japanese were very careful not to bother the United States or its interests. The 203 U.S. Marines who were stationed in Tianjin were able to come and go as they pleased. The 400 U.S. civilian citizens needed only to show their passports to avoid being searched and questioned. The Italian Fascist newspaper, Popolo d’ Italia, founded by Mussolini, wrote that, “The days are gone when, if anyone, knocked an Englishman’s hat off, a war ship would be sent full steam to that place.” On the other hand, the Chinese Ambassador to France, Dr. V. K. Wellington Koo, warned that, “If Japan gets away with Tianjin, she will turn immediately to another concession, for the recent history of both Europe and Asia shows, beyond doubt, the futility of trying to turn a tiger into a kitten by giving it a dish of cream....” He was, of course, referring to the recent concessions made at Munich. He would subsequently serve as ambassador to, first, Great Britain, and then, the U.S.
Under these conditions, the British Empire did not want to get involved in a war on the other side of the world over a half dozen Chinese. British Prime Minister Sir Neville Chamberlain ordered Sir Robert Craigie, British Ambassador in Tokyo, to resolve the matter. Craigie, utilizing bluff and skillfully playing off one Japanese faction against the other, was able to persuade the Japanese to back down from most of their demands. However, on August 20, 1939, the British did turn over the four Chinese fugitives, who were then executed. During the course of the blockade, the Japanese had established a loudspeaker system outside of the British enclave. Its purpose was to explain the Japanese actions to Englishspeaking passersby. In English, the Japanese said through the loud speaker, that, “We are so sorry to be giving you lots of trouble.” Next week: Swatow Operation 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.
WORLD WAR II Continued from Page 76 wife of National Chinese leader Chaing Kai-Shek, admitted to the British ambassador to China, Sir Archibald Clark-Kerr, that the men were indeed guilty, but that they were Chinese operatives involved in resistance work, and lobbied the ambassador to retain the accused and not to hand them over to the Japanese for execution. Even though Mr. Jamison had given his word, and by implication the word of His Majesty, Lord Halifax, the British foreign secretary, ordered that they not be handed over. The chief of staff of the Northern China Area Army, Gen. Tomoyuki Yamashita, had been advocating an end to the British concession in the port city, and now used the British refusal to turn over the assassins as the pretext to blockade the British concession. Gen. Yamashita would later gain fame, first, as the conqueror of the British fortress of Singapore, thereby earning the sobriquet of “Tiger of Malaya.” He was also the subject of a decision by The Supreme Court of The United States, in Application of Yamashita, 327 U.S. 1 (1946), challenging his conviction and death sentence by a U.S. Military Tribunal
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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 78 memory may be made to: Roxana Vol. Fire Dept., 35943 Zion Church Rd., Frankford, Delaware 19945. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com. VIRGINIA CAROLYN PRUITT Girdletree Virginia Carolyn Pruitt, age 79, passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 30, 2019, at her home. Born in Powellville, she was the daughter of the late Luther Ira and Ethel Melvin Timmons. She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Virginia Pruitt George Lee Pruitt, and two brothers, Melvin Timmons and Luther Timmons, Jr. She is survived by her daughter, Linda Krieger and her husband, Rick, of Snow Hill, and step-son, Jeffrey Pruitt and his wife, Dawn, of Ocean City, Maryland. There are three grandchildren, Kristen Krieger Pilchard, Nicholas Pruitt and Joel Pruitt. Also surviving are her brothers, Gene Timmons of Millsboro and Allen Timmons of Baltimore, and a sister, Janet Willey of Salisbury, and several nieces and nephews. Virginia was graduate of Wicomico High School, and had been a homemaker. She was an animal lover, and was especially fond of cats. She had a strong faith in God. A funeral service was held on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 2 p.m. at Burbage Funeral Home in Snow Hill. Interment followed in Girdletree Baptist Cemetery. Rev. Kenneth Elligson officiated. A donation in her memory may be sent to: Girdletree Volunteer Fire Company, 2739 Snow Hill Rd. Girdletree, Maryland 21829, or the Worcester County Humane Society, P.O. Box 48, Berlin, Maryland 21811. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. CHESTER A. KOTOSKI Berlin Chester A. Kotoski, 81, of Berlin, Maryland, formerly of Glen Head, New York, passed on June 3, 2019 surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Ann, son, John Robert (Renee) of Salisbury, Maryland; daughter, Carolyn Matarazzo (Arthur) of St. James, New York; and three grandchildren, Kathleen Kotoski, Shaun Kotoski and Joseph Matarazzo. Mr. Kotoski served in the United States Army Reserve, and was retired from the U.S. Postal Service. He was an avid fan of the New York Yankees and loved watching old westerns, such as the “Lone Ranger” and “Hop-a-Long Cassidy.” However, most of all, he loved his
family. They were everything to him. A funeral service was held at the Burbage Funeral Home, Berlin, Maryland, on Friday, June Chester Kotoski 7, 2019. In lieu of flowers, a donation in his memory may be made to: Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, Maryland 21804. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. WILLIAM CHRISTOPHER HOBGOOD Berlin William Christopher Hobgood, age 82, of Berlin, died Friday, May 31, 2019 at home. He was born in Lotumbe, DRC in Africa and was the son of the late Henry C. and Tabitha L. (Alderson) Hobgood. He was a member of Bethany Beach Christian Church. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Cary Meade Hobgood of Berlin; two daughters, Cary Lou Hobgood of Burke, Virginia, and Laura Helen Hobgood and her partner, Jimmy Smith, of Georgetown, Texas; two grandchildren, Waylon Christopher Hobgood and Johnny David Hobgood, and their mother, Stephanie McQuilkin. He was preceded in death by a son,
Benjamin Christopher Hobgood. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, June 24, 2019 at National City Christian Church, 5 William Hobgood Thomas Circle NW in Washington, D.C. with Rev. Allen Harris officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Disciples Center for Public Witness (www.disciplescenter.org) or the Disciples of Christ Church of the Congo (www.globalministries.org/africa_pa rtners_disciples_of_christ_congo). Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com. ELIZABETH JANE ERTEL Ocean Pines Elizabeth Jane Ertel, age 83, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2019, at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, and a graduate of Seton High School, she was the daughter of the late Hugh and Minnie Voight Whittie. She is survived by her husband, Charles J. Ertel, Sr., and children, Charles Ertel, Jr. and his wife, Bonnie, of Reisterstown, Maryland, Timothy Ertel of Catonsville, Maryland, and Kathleen Lloyd and her husband, Tyrone, of Potomac, Maryland.
There are five grandchildren, Seamus Ertel, Molly Ertel, Megan Ertel, Brenden Lloyd and Morgan Ertel, and numerous nieces and nephews. Elizabeth Ertel Also preceding her in death were her siblings, Hugh and John Whittie, Mary Lou Walters, and Doris Weiss. Mrs. Ertel had worked as a secretary for Bank of America. She was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church, The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, The Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary, Ocean Pines Garden Club, and the Irish Outreach Organization. She was a breast cancer survivor and was active in the Women Supporting Women support group. A mass of Christian Burial was held on June 10, 2019 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church near Ocean Pines, Maryland. Rev. William Porter officiated. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Park, at a later date. A donation in her memory may be made to: Women Supporting Women, 1320 Belmont Ave., Salisbury, Maryland 21804. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin.
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(Left) Stephen Decatur junior Sarah Engle was named a 2019 US Lacrosse All-American. She is pictured with Decatur lacrosse coaches Michelle Fluty, left, and Sara Braniecki. Her teammate, senior Logan Townsend, earned All-Academic honors. She and Braniecki are joined by Decatur Principal Tom Sites. (Right) Worcester Prep senior Gracie Gardner was also presented All-Academic accolades.
All-American, All-Academic awards presented By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (June 14, 2019) Stephen Decatur junior Sarah Engle was named a US Lacrosse All-American for 2019, while her teammate, senior Logan Townsend and Worcester Prep senior Gracie Gardner earned All-Academic honors. “Both are incredibly prestigious awards. I can hardly believe that two Decatur girls are receiving the awards,” said Decatur Coach Sara Braniecki. “Four years ago the process was revised to make it more prestigious. Only one girl for every six schools with lacrosse can be honored. On the Eastern Shore (private and public schools), there are 12 lacrosse-playing schools, so two girls can be awarded each award.” Coaches nominate girls and then all coaches vote based on players’ details/stats, Braniecki said. “Since I have been the head coach, we have not had an All-American at Decatur and we have had one other All-Academic winner – Victoria Kerkovich in 2017,” she said. “Ali Lathroum and I now coach [Sarah and Logan] and she was an AllAmerican winner and I was All-Academic [in 2007].” Engle was named Bayside Conference South Co-Player of the Year for
2019 with Parkside’s Leah Vilov. She also received First Team Bayside South Conference accolades. “Sarah plays a huge role on our team. She has been an influential player since she came in as a freshman,” Braniecki said. “She consistently produces both goals and assists Sara Braniecki [and] she is a selfless player. “She makes big plays everywhere on the field, whether on the defensive or attacking ends or transitioning through the midfield,” Braniecki continued. Braniecki said Engle is always composed and never gives anything less than her full effort. “Her work ethic to continually perfect her game is one of the reasons she finds so much success and one of the reasons that she is so highly respected by her teammates,” Braniecki said. “She is the example of a true athlete – always working hard, showing good sportsmanship and displaying great character. I can’t wait to see what she does in her next season here at Decatur and in her future career at Loyola.” Engle finished the 2019 lacrosse 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 Townsend, who graduated on May 29, certainly deserves the Chris Williams All-Academic award. “She is remarkably successful both in the classroom and on the lacrosse field,” she added. “She is a great leader who leads by example and through her passion for the game.” Townsend earned First Team Bayside South Conference for her defensive performance this season. One of Townsend’s greatest attributes is her ability to prioritize whatever she has going on, Braniecki said. “She is a highly involved student at Decatur but blends that with being a dedicated athlete as well,” she said. “Logan finds success in all of her academics while continuing to challenge herself through taking rigorous courses and setting herself up for future success, through taking AP classes and participating in the dual enrollment program
at Wor-Wic [Community College].” Townsend never shies away from a challenge, whether it be athletically or academically, and that is something that is going to make her successful in her future endeavors, Braniecki added. Engle and Townsend also played basketball and soccer for Decatur. Worcester Prep Coach Chris Williams said Gardner’s talent in soccer, basketball and lacrosse speaks for itself. “She is a very skilled and decorated athlete, but her achievements as a student-athlete are even more impressive,” he said. “She is a role model for how to balance dedication and hard work in the classroom, with being a successful multisport athlete on the field. “When I nominated her, I was blown away by her academic achievements,” he continued. “I was so proud of her when I heard that she was voted to be an Academic All-American by the region’s coaches.” In addition, Gardner was named to the All-Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference teams her senior year in soccer, basketball and lacrosse. Gardner, a goalie, earned the Player of the Year award in soccer. She graduated on May 24. She plans to attend Clemson University.
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OCMC Small Boat Tournament this weekend By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (June 14, 2019) The Ocean City Marlin Club will host its 40th annual Small Boat Tournament this weekend. “If we have good weather I think it will be a good tournament,” said Boz Jefferson, co-chair of the tournament with Colin Campbell and Bill Regan. “The fish appear to be here. The tuna bit is good. Big eyes, they’re catching a lot of right now, and that’s excited some people.” The competition is for “small boats,” open to vessels 34 feet long (as stated on the manufacturer’s specifications) and smaller. Registration is today, Friday, June 14, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Marlin Club on Golf Course Road in West Ocean City. A captains’ meeting will follow at 8 p.m. The tournament is open to Marlin Club members and nonmembers. “We’re hoping for 50 [boats] or better,” Jefferson said. Many people fish in the tournament annually, he added. Participants will fish either Saturday or Sunday, June 15-16. Anglers
can participate in the inshore or offshore divisions. They also have the option to compete in both. The Small Boat competition is for all ages, and young anglers are encouraged participate. Participants like that they have the option to fish both days, inshore one day and offshore the other day, Jefferson said. The inshore division includes categories for flounder, sea bass, tog, bluefish and rockfish. Offshore division categories include tuna, dolphin and billfish release. The Dale Brown Award is a $500 bonus for the angler who lands the heaviest flounder. The award is named in memory of Brown, who was a Marlin Club member and avid fisherman. “All [species] are stable right now,” Jefferson said. “Bluefin and yellowfin [tuna] are scattered right now, there’s a lot of dolphin around on the smaller side, bluefish have been running in the bay, [and] flounder is spotty, but all it take is a few days of clear water.” Weigh-ins will take place Saturday and Sunday from 3-6:30 p.m. at Sunset Marina in West Ocean City.
An awards banquet is scheduled for Sunday from 6:30-9 p.m. at the OCMC clubhouse. The entry fee is $250 per boat to fish offshore or inshore. Five banquet tickets are included in the fee. To fish inshore one day and offshore the other, the cost is $500 and includes 10 banquet tickets. Added entry-level calcuttas are available for each division and cost $100, $200 and $300. There is also a winner takes all $200 offshore billfish release added-entry level. For more information, call the Marlin Club at 410-213-1613 or visit www.ocmarlinclub.com. The Sunset Marina scale in West Ocean City was busy with activity during the first day of the Ocean City Marlin Club’s 39th annual Small Boat Tournament in 2018, as nearly all of the winning fish were caught on that day. Of the 46 boats entered into the tournament, 38 fished the first day. A total of $14,180 was presented to tournament winners. In the billfish release division, the Joken crew took first place, releasing their white marlin at 7:37 a.m. The
De-Bait-Able team let theirs go at 2:50 p.m. The only dolphin landed was a 13.4-pounder aboard In the Black. The team won $6,255. The Offshore Hooker crew took first and second place in the tuna division. The group hooked 98.6- and 92-pound big eye tunas. They were awarded $5,382. Carol’s Teakettle slipped into the third-place spot with an 84-pound bluefin tuna. The fish was worth $873. For the inshore division, Fish in OC/Hooked on OC earned first and second in the bluefish category. The crew reeled in 2.4- and 1.8-pound bluefish. They won $453. Fish Magnet II caught a 5.2-pound flounder, good for first place. The crew was awarded $827. They were presented the Dale Brown Award for the heaviest flounder. SeaCraft 23 reeled in 4- and 3.8pounders for second and third place. The Jezebel team swept the sea bass category. They boated two 1.6pounders and a 1.4-pound sea bass. The group received $390.
Rough seas affect Mako Mania participation By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (June 14, 2019) Participation was down for the 23rd Mako Mania Tournament, held last weekend, as rough ocean conditions put a damper on the annual fishing competition. “There was a lot wind, big seas and [waves] close together,” said Earl Conley, co-director of Mako Mania. “It just wasn’t fishable.” Teams could fish two of three tournament days.
The best day for fishing was last Friday as all 18 tournament boats headed offshore. Sixteen went out on Saturday. Two were eligible to fish on Sunday. “Friday was the best day. Saturday was really rough and Sunday was the worst of the three,” Conley said. “In the 15 years I’ve been involved, this was the lowest turnout.” A total of $42,850 was awarded to tournament winners. The payout wasn’t bad for a small tournament,” Conley said. “The
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place in the bluefish division with a 12.5-pounder. The group received $2,787. The Reel Obsession team landed a 6.8-pound bluefish and won $693. “I want to thank the sponsors and everyone involved – the crews, the captains and the mates,” Conley said. “They all got to fish at least one day and they had a good time.” The event was presented by Bahia Marina Tournaments. Weigh-ins took place at Bahia Marina on 22nd Street, bayside.
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Kayak, paddleboard fishing new competition, June 29-30 (June 14, 2019) Fish N Paddle Saltwater Slam is bringing the ultimate competitive kayak and paddleboard fishing experience to West Ocean City. The tournament will run from June 29-30, with a minimum purse of $7,000 to be divided amongst the top three anglers. Stop by Atlantic Tackle in the Commercial Harbor and experience fresh, local food and drink, kayak demonstrations, a variety of vendors and music by DJ Wax on both days. Brian Roberts, co-founder of Huk Big Fish Classic, hopes to expand into different waters through kayak and paddleboard fishing. “We are creating something else really big here,” he said. “Kayak and
paddleboard saltwater fishing has always been one of my passions, and Ocean City is the perfect city to host a world class competition. I’m bringing something new to the community with a lot of activities and a great competitive atmosphere.” Featuring over $8,000 in other prizes, no minimum number of competitors and multiple optional divisions, there are endless ways to compete and win. Fish N Paddle Saltwater Slam is supported by national sponsors such as Humminbird, Lightning Kayaks, Penn Fishing and the NRS, as well as local sponsors such as Worcester County Recreation and Parks. Visit FishNPaddle.com to sign up or learn more.
COMMITTED ATHLETES Eleven Stephen Decatur High School athletes signed Letters of Commitment to play collegiate sports in a special ceremonial event with parents, coaches, teachers, administrators, friends and fellow student-athletes in attendance, May 2. Pictured, in back, from left, Jack Rosenberg (baseball, Christopher Newport University), Collin Eitel (lacrosse, Randolph Macon University), Joseph Beck (golf, Stevenson University), Hayden Snelsire (baseball, Randolph Macon University), Dawson Delaney (baseball, Wilson University) and Alex Gaddis (baseball, Stevenson University); and in front, Jenna Banks (lacrosse, Wilmington University), Allison Hunter (swimming, Salisbury University), Adriana Serpe (volleyball, Lock Haven University), Alexis Black (softball, Salisbury University) and Kirsten Graham (swimming, Salisbury University).
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LAX SCHOLARSHIP Junior Max Taylor of Ocean City has been awarded the Worcester Prep John “Tres” B. Lynch, III Lacrosse Camp $500 Scholarship toward a lacrosse camp of his choice. Tres Lynch was an avid athlete, coach and 1988 graduate of the Berlin school. The scholarship was established by his family to honor his memory at Worcester by promoting the growth and development of the game of lacrosse that he loved so much. Taylor is pictured with Lynch’s sister-in-law and Worcester Prep teacher, Amanda Lynch.
(June 14, 2019) Assateague State Park will host its annual Youth Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants must be children 16 and under. There is no cost to participate. Anglers will get the chance to learn fishing techniques from local experts from Assateague Mobile Sportfishermen’s Association who will be on hand to instruct in proper fishing methods for the surf. Fishing equipment will be provided but is limited so participants should bring their own equipment, if possible. A free hot dog lunch will be provided. Participants will also have the chance to win prizes for their catch. Registration is at the Nature Nook, next to the Day Use parking lot. For more information, contact
Erin Swale at ErinR.Swale@maryland.gov or 410-641-2120. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is the state agency responsible for providing natural and living resource-related services to citizens and visitors. DNR manages nearly one-half million acres of public lands and 17,000 miles of waterways, along with Maryland’s forests, fisheries and wildlife for maximum environmental, economic and quality of life benefits. A national leader in land conservation, DNR-managed parks and natural, historic and cultural resources attract 11 million visitors annually. DNR is the lead agency in Maryland’s effort to restore the Chesapeake Bay, the state’s number one environmental priority. Learn more at www.DNR.Maryland.gov.
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(June 14, 2019) Six Berlin Intermediate School students have been selected to receive the Franklin Burroughs Golf Scholarship to attend the Eagles Landing Golf Camp this summer. The scholarship, in the name of Franklin Burroughs, previous owner of One-Time Plumbing, Inc., in Berlin for over 25 years, has been awarded to a student at Berlin Intermediate School for the last 12 years. Samantha Boger, Bodee Garner, Jasper Davis, Matthew Holland, Riley Pruitt and Ellie Rankin received the scholarships on June 10 at the school. According Freda Burroughs, Franklin’s wife, who now lives in The Woodlands, Texas, this will be the final year of the scholarship. She would like to thank everyone for their previous contributions to help make the Franklin Burroughs Golf Scholarship Fund a success. Because of their generosity and friendship, 17 deserving, aspiring young golfers from Berlin Intermediate School have received the scholarships. Attending the golf camp in the previous years has been Mia Carlotta in 2008, Hannah Davis in 2009, Adam
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Four sessions of junior golf camp available this summer (June 14, 2019) Young players looking to hone their skills can register online now for Ocean Pines Golf Club’s popular junior golf camp. Four sessions of the camp, which is open to the public, will be offered throughout the summer. The four-day camps, designed for boys and girls ages 5-14, will be held June 24-27, July 8-11, July 22-25 and Aug. 5-8 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. PGA Director of Golf John Malinowski and staff will provide instruction in swing basics, chipping and putting, rules and etiquette, and the use of irons and woods. Beginner and experienced junior
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