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The sun shines through the clouds, casing a beautiful glow upon the boats docked at Sunset Marina in West Ocean City last Saturday during the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

Mayor speaks out against petition By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) After months of official silence on the subject of the contract with Ocean City’s firefighters union, Mayor Rick Meehan on Monday issued a statement that defended the three-year deal the city approved and rejected the union’s attempt to gain binding arbitration via a referendum. “First, we want our citizens to know that we respect all of the paid firefighter/ paramedics and fire marshal employees that are members

‘We do not feel that this is in the best interest of our taxpayers, and in fact, this action could potentially result in an increase in the tax rate.’ — Mayor Rick Meehan of the IAFF (International Association of Fire Fighters) and the valuable service they perform in Ocean City,” Meehan read from his prepared comments. “However, with the numerous misstatements in the information being presented to the public, we feel it is important to give the citizens our thoughts on this petition drive.”

The city’s contract with Chapter 4269 of the IAFF went into effect on July 1. The three-year package includes a provision that moves fulltime firefighters and paramedics ranked below captain from the long-standing schedule 24 hours on-duty, followed by 72 off-duty time to 12-hour shifts. In June, union President

Ryan Whittington announced in a press release that firefighters and paramedics had launched a petition to add binding interest arbitration to a referendum ballot in the next election. Two weeks into the petition drive, Whittington contacted the City Council to break the impasse, and City Manager Doug Miller attempted to reestablish communication with union representatives shortly afterwards. According to Meehan, however, there has been no further conversation since then. See IAFF Page 3

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) Although hotels reported being almost at capacity and restaurants were busy, most establishments saw a decrease in business this Fourth of July weekend because of rain Friday, Sunday and Monday. “We definitely did not have as strong a weekend had it been sunny three days,” said Susan Jones of the Ocean City Hotel-MotelRestaurant Association. “Weather will always be a factor for travel to the beach.” There were several early checkouts on Monday mornSee HOTELS Page 5

Lifeguards ripped off while asleep Burglars break in, but four arrested

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) Ocean City police officers arrested four Pennsylvania men Monday after members of the Ocean City Beach Patrol woke to find their residence in disarray with more than $3,500 in electronics, cash, a wallet and other items stolen. Police were able to recover some of the items See DRUGS Page 3

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Drugs, other items found in car after Pa. quartet busted Continued from Page 1 following the discovery that one of the victim’s credit cards was used at a restaurant. Police obtained surveillance footage, and located the suspects a few hours later. In addition, a search of the suspects’ vehicle uncovered a large amount of marijuana, paraphernalia, multiple items reported stolen from the lifeguards as well as additional items that were reported stolen as part of a separate theft case. Justin Castaneda, 18, of Lancaster, Pa., was arrested and charged with possession of a replica weapon, concealing a dangerous weapon, theft less than $10,000, theft less than $1,000, possession of a controlled dangerous substance with intent to distribute and first-degree burglary. Carly Davila, 23, of Lancaster, Pa., was arrested and charged with possession of a replica weapon, first-degree burglary, theft less than $10,000, theft less than $1,000 and possession of a controlled dangerous substance with intent to distribute. Andrew Feliciano, 20, of Ephrata, Pa., was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance with intent to distribute and theft less than $10,000. Juan Tamayo, 20, of Lancaster, Pa., was arrested and charged with possession of a replica weapon, concealing a dangerous weapon, theft less than $10,000, theft less than $1,000 and possession of a controlled dangerous substance with intent to distribute. Castaneda and Davila were transferred to the Worcester County Jail on $25,000 bond. Tamayo was transferred to the jail on $10,000 bail and Feliciano was released after posting $10,000 bail.

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IAFF continues arbitration push Continued from Page 1 “We haven’t commented on this issue because we thought we were going to have additional conversations [with the union] and come to a mutual agreement, and we didn’t want to do anything that would hold that up,” Meehan said. “But I think that it has come time that we do make a comment.” Meehan pointed out that the council granted the IAFF collective bargaining privileges in 2005, which gave it the right to bargain on behalf of their members. Since then, the city has successfully negotiated three contracts, he said. “What they are now asking for [through the petition] ... is to have a single arbitrator, not the mayor

and council, make all the decisions with regard to pay, benefits, scheduling and all items affecting these departments and ultimately the taxpayers of Ocean City,” Meehan said. He added that the arbitrator would not be from the resort, and therefore would not represent the voters’ best interests. “The process, as written in this proposed charter amendment, would not even require the bargaining efforts between the IAFF and the mayor and council to reach an impasse before the IAFF could demand that all decisions go directly before an arbitrator,” Meehan said. “We [the mayor and council] do

not feel that this is in the best interest of our taxpayers, and in fact, this action could potentially result in an increase in the tax rate. “The citizens of Ocean City elected the mayor and City Council to represent their interests,” he concluded. “Not a single arbitrator.” The IAFF is continuing to go door-to-door to registered voters’ residences and soliciting signatures. They must obtain signatures from 20 percent of qualified voters before the next general election in November to make it on the ballot. If that fails to happen before the general election, the issue could be the subject of a special election, if the council agrees to that option.

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CORRECTION The July 1 article, “Union still seeks arbitration as fix to ongoing clash” incorrectly said that the IAFF was given collective bargaining rights by the City Council in 2007. The City Council granted the fire union bargaining rights in 2005.

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Hotels, eateries pleased with holiday turnout Continued from Page 1 ing because of rain, but otherwise it was a mixed bag with some visitors leaving on July 4 and others on Tuesday, she said. “People were in town and Saturday was strong because it was gorgeous,” Jones said. “Restaurant wise—rain makes busy days. Rain makes people eat and drink in restaurants. It could have been stronger for the hotels.” Instead of being full, most hotels were at about 92 percent capacity, Jones said. “The weather on Sunday put a damper on things but I was thrilled to see families sticking it out through the gray clouds and making the best of the beach, rain or shine,” said Jessica Waters, Town of Ocean City communications manager. “The gloomy weather also made for a great

shopping day. I know many families opted to spend the day … in our businesses, shopping and enjoying a bite to eat, which is always great to see.” As for visitors getting that bite to eat, activity at local restaurants varied. “We are always on a wait and sold a lot of crabs, barbecue ribs and chicken,” said Albert Levy, owner of the Crab Bag on 130th Street. “We had a lot of happy people and loved watching the fireworks going off all around us. Great customers and a great time.” Downtown at Guidos Burritos on Atlantic Avenue and 33rd Street, General Manager Mike Schlette, agreed. “Everything went smooth and it was really busy at both locations all day long,” he said. “The rain helped business and this weekend was bet-

ter number-wise than previous years. We got an extra day with the Fourth falling on a Monday. It was three days of craziness.” Fish Tales manager Brandon Hemp said this Fourth of July was busier than previous years, but the weekend as a whole could have been better. “Overall, this wasn’t a typical Fourth of July weekend and rain hurt us a little bit because of our outside seating,” Hemp said. “The weekend blended in with the rest and it was partially due to weather. Local taxi drivers and police officers also said they were used to it being crazier.” Fourth of July was a different story with the hotdog-eating contest going on at the 22nd Street establishment. “The hot dog eating contest went

off without a hitch and it was busy during the day,” Hemp said. “Customers didn’t seem to care that it was raining and were sitting outside under umbrellas.” The city estimates about 300,000 people came to Ocean City for the weekend, Waters said. “We had an incredible Fourth of July weekend,” Waters said. “Despite the less than perfect weather, it was heartwarming to see families enjoying the patriotic holiday at the beach. We had two fantastic shows with outstanding entertainment and fireworks displays.” The inlet lot was full most of the day on Saturday and Sunday, but emptied on Monday because of rain. In addition, downtown side streets that are normally packed with cars just before the fireworks were largely empty early Monday evening.

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By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) As promised, the Coastal Association of Realtors (CAR) has contacted the mayor and City Council to make its stance on flying drones for commercial uses known. One week after issuing a press release, Joe Wilson, chairman of the Coastal Association of Realtors (CAR) Government Affairs Committee, urged councilmembers to consider how the new FAA regulations will affect the local real estate market. “We are educating our members on the new regulations, we want to make sure they are following the rules and utilizing drones responsibility. We’d like to confirm that real estate professionals that follow FAA rules are able to utilize drones for commercial use,” he said during Monday night’s session. Recently, the FAA issued regulations on drone use that have started a new round of discussion from Ocean City staff and elected officials. Last month, officials indicated that the resort was a drone “no-fly zone” because it is a densely populated area

and the city’s provision for banner planes. The FAA mandates that drones cannot fly within five miles of airports without special permission also limits their use within that radius. The FAA’s new regulations also require that commercial flyers obtain a certification for “remote pilot in command” authority. That will require applicants to take a three-hour test at a cost of $150 and to undergo a Transportation Security Administration background check. The new regulations, which go into effect in August, also state that drone flights must be conducted during daylight hours, at an altitude below 400 feet and not over nonparticipants. In a statement issued on June 27, CAR asked where municipal regulations stand against the federal regulations. “Whether these new regulations preempt state, county, and municipal law is yet to be seen. However, since the FAA has sole authority over public airspace, local professionals should be able to operate drones, so long as they follow the rules,” the association’s statement said. Wilson told the council that CAR was educating its members on how to operate drones within the letter of the See INDUSTRY Page 11

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panies for the actual playground installation,” she said. “This will be a relatively small play space, but it will be handicapped-accessible.” If the project is approved, the city would pour a concrete pad on the north side of the bump-out near the firefighter memorial by late fall. Once the cost for the pouring phase is determined, the city then can proceed with the bid process. The local police union is also eyeing the same area to construct a memorial to fallen officers, but have made it clear its members do not want to intrude on the proposed playground. “There’s been some discussion about it for years, but this year there have been serious talks with the city government,” said Shawn Jones, the president of the local chapter of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 10. “We’re still exploring the idea and funding for it.” Jones said that ideally the monument would be a companion to the firefighters’ memorial, which includes a six-foot-tall bronze statue on a granite block with five flags surrounding the site. The memorial not only honors Ocean City firefighters who have died, but those who lost their lives during the Sept. 11 attacks. Local firefighters lobbied for nearly a decade to build the memorial before the City Council approved the plans in 2004. “Honestly, we would like it to be on the same footprint as the firefighter memorial, but we certainly don’t want to intrude on whatever plans that have been made already. This is just something we’re going we’re looking to in the future.” Petito said that the playground and the memorial are both works in progress, but the discussions continue. “We are working with the city engineer [Terry McGean] on alternate options for the memorial,” she said. “Nothing has been finalized at this time.”

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By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) The Boardwalk is looking to get another attraction, as Ocean City officials are developing plans for a playground and a police memorial near North Division Street. This past month, the city staff was notified that its submission for the Community Parks and Playgrounds grant to build a play structure on the boards was included in the Maryland Capital budget for this fiscal year. The Department of Natural Resources offers the $120,500 grant to state municipalities to create or restore parks or other playgrounds. But before breaking ground, the state Board of Public Works must approve the project later this summer. “We’ve never had a ‘permanent’ playground on the boardwalk, so this would be a first, and, if successful, it will be the only,” city Recreation and Parks Director Susan Petito said. Because of beach restrictions imposed by the state, no structure beyond the building limit line can have permanent footings. Currently, there is only one permanent play structure on the beach – the dinosaur bones on the beach near Third Street. In the past, Boardwalk vendors paid for several wooden beach structures, and the city searched for replacements when they became unsafe. The first replacement was the polymer-concrete dinosaur structure, which can withstand high winds. Wally the Whale, which was installed in May on Somerset Street and is not permanently placed on the beach, is the latest addition. Petito said that there is only location that would allow for the minor expansion of the Boardwalk is adjacent to the bump-out on North Division Street. “We would pour a concrete pad on the north side of the bump-out, and solicit design RFPs [request for proposals] from various playground com-

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Mitrecic reports to council on FY 2017 budget

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) With the ink already dry on the Worcester County operating budget for fiscal year 2017, County Commissioner Joe Mitrecic reaffirmed that he heard his constituents loud and clear on several issues â&#x20AC;&#x201C; including long sought-after tax cuts for Ocean City. During his quarterly report to the City Council on June 20, Mitrecic went over the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $188.8 million budget and how will affect the resort during the next year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought staff and commissioners did a good job with the budget. I did not vote or sign it,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a far cry from where the county needs to be to address the tax differential to the equality of percentage paid back to other municipalities.â&#x20AC;? Like previous years, the mayor and

City Council submitted its annual official tax differential to Worcester officials last December. Since Ocean City represents 60 percent of the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assessable base and supports its neighboring municipalities through services, city officials seek different county tax rates for the resort. To offset the difference, higher rates would have to be set for the rest of the county. In 2013, the resort self-funded a differential study that recognized $17 million in duplicated services provided by the resort. Worcester County then commissioned its own study, which resulted in $7.7 million in services â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a far cry from $17 million, but confirms city officialsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; assertions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It did show a need for tax differential,â&#x20AC;? Mitrecic said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As you know, we get a little over six percent back, whereas there are other areas that get 67 percent. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really not fair.â&#x20AC;?

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To illustrate his point, the commissioner pointed out that the majority of the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget was devoted to the public school system, at $81.92 million. Maryland uses a formula that bases aid on each countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wealth, where the richest get the least help. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So what happens is that with Ocean City, we get the second-least amount of funding per student in the state, and the taxpayers have to make up for that money,â&#x20AC;? Mitrecic said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have 250 to 300 students [from Ocean City] of 6,200 in the county, but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re driving the money per student. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With Ocean City in the county, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re one of the most affluent in the county. With Ocean City out, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re one of the poorest,â&#x20AC;? he added. If the commissioners gave Ocean City a tax cut, property taxes in the resort would drop a little more than 3 cents from its current rate of 47.27 cents per $100 of assessed value. Residents in the rest of Worcester County would have to pay approximately a nickel more on their taxes. Since the commissioners opted to study the results at length, the county moved forward with the budget â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and nothing had changed for the resort. But, Mitrecic is determined to bring tax differential back to the table. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hopefully, we will be setting up meetings soon,â&#x20AC;? he said. In other items, the commissioner told the Council that the Worcester

Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recycling program has been moved from the Public Works Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s solid waste department to the general fund. The goal is to have recyclingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s $1.2 million cost funded through taxes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to want to keep an eye on. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a consideration for a $30 fee for every household in the county, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been vehemently opposed to that since day one,â&#x20AC;? Mitrecic said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unfair that Ocean City has to pay another $30 for recycling centers none of us use.â&#x20AC;? The councilmembers thanked Mitrecic for his efforts for Ocean City, particularly on keeping on top of the tax differential. Councilwoman Mary Knight broached the idea of pursing other avenues if there is no further action from the commissioners â&#x20AC;&#x153;The commissioners have been kicking the can down the road as long as Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been on the Council,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I hope the city manager is considering a timeline for legal recourse to get it in front of the General Assembly if we need to so we can prepare for the 2017 budget session.â&#x20AC;? Mayor Rick Meehan also commended Mitrecicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opposition on recycling fees. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That would have Ocean City paying $900,000 of the proposed $1.2 million. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re already paying 60 percent of the budget, so that exacerbates the situation further,â&#x20AC;? Meehan said.

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PSC judge to rule on power line replacement Pocomoke River crossing key to project; wires could be put above, below ground

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 8, 2016) Though the public comment portion of the process finished Wednesday, Public Service Commission officials confirmed comments might still be considered, at the judge’s discretion, before rendering a ruling on Delmarva Power’s request to upgrade its lines on the lower Eastern Shore. The company is seeking, as part of routine upgrades to its regional transmission lines, to replace the 69kilovolt line installed in the 1940s with new infrastructure that will carry both the 69 kilovolt circuits and a 138 kilovolt circuit. The utility would accomplish this by doubling the number of wires on the lines that connect the Piney Grove substation in Wicomico to the Kenney substation near Snow Hill and running that line down to the Wattsville substation in Virginia. To run that many wires, Delmarva

Power spokesman Matt Likovitch said the existing poles would need to be replaced. Also, the new lines, because of more modern safety protocols, will be taller than the existing infrastructure. Likovitch’s statements reflect the company’s preferred option for the project — simply replace what’s already there. But as part of the process, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources got involved, and asked the company to provide other choices and to allow the public to comment on them before a judge rules in favor of one option or another. The utility offered a few variations on the layout of the towers, and an option for running the lines underground. First, the utility states in a fact sheet that Delmarva Power cus-

tomers — along with co-op and municipal utilities in Delaware and Virginia — are going to pay for the new infrastructure. The lines will carry more power, the new towers are more resilient against strong winds and the infrastructure overall is old. Replacing the towers, in any configuration, is going to cost customers about $45 million according to company estimates. “Based on 1,000 kilowatts of usage per month, the cost will be about 24 cents per customer per bill,” Jaclyn Canther, manager of transmission planning for the utility said. Should the judge rule to bury the lines, the cost of the project would double to an estimated $87 million. The resulting pass-through cost to customers would just about double as well, to something less than 60 cents per month, according to estimates,

Canther said. Originally announced to end July 1 the public comment timeline was extended to July 6 during last week’s meeting. Two meetings were held soliciting comment at this stage, one in Snow Hill last week and another in Salisbury. There was little to no public participation in either, Likovitch said. The utility also held its own public information sessions about the project earlier this year. At this point, only written submissions containing a clear opinion on the project might be considered if delivered quickly enough. Comments should be addressed to David Collins, executive secretary, Maryland Public Service Commission, William Donald Schaefer Tower, 6 Paul Street, Baltimore 21202.

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County denies Longview Solar tax abatement Commissioners concerned over lost revenues and lack of permanent job creation

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 8, 201) Following the Worcester County Commissioners’ decision to table the discussion at its June 21 meeting over a requested tax abatement to support the development of solar facilities in Worcester, the commissioners rejected the proposal on Tuesday. Longview Solar, a joint venture between Seattle-based Tuusso Energy, a utility-scale solar developer, and Elemental Energy, based in Portland, Oregon, has two solar power facility projects slated for Worcester. The first is a 20-megawatt solar photovoltaic project, the Heron Solar

Farm, which would be constructed on an 190-acre portion of an approximately 285-acre private property located south of Libertytown Road, a few miles west of Berlin. Also the Seabeach Solar Project, a 15-megawatt photovoltaic project, would be built on three parcels of land totaling 125 acres on the north side of Public Landing Road, approximately one mile east of Snow Hill. On Tuesday, Phil Thompson, county treasurer and finance officer, cautioned against the proposal noting that it could create a financial quagmire. “In a nutshell, I support the development and the implementation of solar facilities in the county,” he said. “I do, however, have a sincere concern that any significant change to our existing tax structure in the form of abatements or pilot agreements

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Thompson says infrastructure project qualifies for state aid Continued from Page 14 time jobs they’re going to create in “There are a number of businesses this area,” he said. “It doesn’t benefit who are not solar businesses, who the taxpayers, other than it’s a clean are working very hard to increase form of energy.” employment in the county,” he said. While in basic agreement, Com“As much as I value solar energy, and missioner Ted Elder said solar enthe development of solar energy, I ergy is the “thing of the future” and don’t feel this is pointed out that fathe right fit for cilities are generally ‘I believe the tax abatement our county.” located on subSeconding the should be based on how many prime farmlands. motion was Com“We really need full-time jobs they’re going to missioner Joe to address this in create in this area. It doesn’t Mitrecic, who some way in the fuagreed this proj- benefit the taxpayers, other than ture that we could ect wasn’t an have some sort of a it’s a clean form of energy’ ideal fit finansmaller tax abateCounty Commissioner cially, but said ment,” he said. Joe Mitrecic the issue needs “Some type of inifurther study. tiative for clean en“We’re going to have to develop ergy.” some sort of tax abatement type proHe also noted that solar farms gram to lure manufacturing jobs and have a minimal impact on surroundjobs to this county, especially to the ing lands and produce limited devellower end of the county,” he said. “I opment or traffic impacts. think it’s important that we do so, “I would be in favor of a small tax however this is not a project that in- abatement but certainly not in the creases jobs.” neighborhood of what was asked From his perspective, Mitrecic here,” he said. “In the future, if the said tax incentives should be re- commissioners would like to discuss served for businesses that are going that sometime, maybe we could do to increase Worcester’s job base. something for the green energy. I “I believe the tax abatement know a lot of places are going green should be based on how many full- and it would be a good thing.”

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By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) After clearing up some confusion, the Ocean City Council on Tuesday passed an ordinance that gives downtown business owners a grace period before having to relocate their signs. Two weeks ago, the measure that sets several hard deadlines for operators to comply with the city’s design and safety standards failed on second reading because it didn’t clarify which streets would be on what schedules. This time, the ordinance passed unanimously after yet another round of questions. “Will all three streets, Baltimore Avenue, St. Louis Avenue and Philadelphia Avenue, all be affected in terms of non-permitted signs and obstructed view?” Councilman Tony DeLuca asked. “Will the same thing apply if the view is obstructed – it will be corrected in six months for safety?” He was referring to the ordinance’s original language that created a stricter timetable for Philadelphia Avenue – specifically relocating signs that were obstructing visibility within

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struct vision of traffic between threeand-a-half and seven feet high in the intersection of any driveway and street. Councilman Dennis Dare expressed his concerns that the measure was written for two-way intersections rather than the one-way downtown roads. “Now you have me concerned that a property owner will call me up and say ‘that’s a one-way street, the only time you look that way is if you forget,’” he said. “I’m okay with applying common sense. Maybe we need to bring [the subsection] back and say that there is not sight triangle on one way streets.” While Neville and Smith were receptive, Councilman Wayne Hartman was critical of that suggestion. “There’s pedestrians, bikes, skateboarders or whatever, and I’m going to look both ways, especially in the summer,” he said. Hartman then segued into his main concern: moving signs twice along Baltimore Avenue. Since the right-of-way only contains 44 feet of roadway, property owners have incorporated the remaining 31 feet as yards or parking spaces. “If we pass this right now, those signs on Baltimore Avenue that are in the unknown area of the set-back – would they be required to move this sign now if we determined the fate of the set back?” he asked. “The triangle of sight is defined at the right-of-way line, so the signs are in no-man’s land,” Smith reiterated. Satisfied, the councilmembers then approved of the ordinance. The deadline to move signs from the right-of-way and to bring other nonconforming signs up to standards is now Nov. 18, 2022. Window sign and banner regulations are to be enforced immediately and rooftop signs are to be removed within 18 months.

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City staff to revisit, reform application form Current event profitability calculation relies on results swayed by broad questions

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) Where city officials see errors in the form that calculates private event’s profitability, Special Events Superintendent Frank Miller sees a beta testing process. “We knew that when we implemented this, this was going to be version 1.0. And when I presented this last year to the mayor and City Council, we said this wouldn’t be perfect until version 3.0,” Miller said. “But we have to implement it to find where the issues were going to lie before we were going to address it.” During the June 20 council session,

Councilman Dennis Dare raised some concerns with the private event application, which includes the return-ofinvestment calculation. Since the math depends on the number of participants and spectators at each event, Dare said the data could be skewed at the promoter’s discretion. Using the OC Sandfest – and its 200,000 projected spectators and 2,000 participants – as an example, the councilman asked organizers to be realistic. Approaching the issue at a different angle, Miller pointed out that it could be all about perspective. “It’s how they put their information in. Bob Rothermel [event organizer with T.E.A.M Productions] judged the spectators based on the number of people walking past Sandfest. What we look for is the number of people the event specifically draws. Who’s coming

to town for this event,” he said. The OC Sandfest, which places sand sculptures on the beach from North Division to Fourth Street, is considered an “added value event” by city staff. Like the laser shows and the fireworks, they don’t drive people to the resort but add a little something special to their trip. “There aren’t really participants in Sandfest, so it should have been listed as something like eight [participants] than the 2,000 it had,” Miller said. “Then maybe 2,000 spectators instead of 200,000. We need to rethink how we’re asking these questions, because they go hand in hand with the results.” Aside from asking the right questions, city staff has noted the form has difficulties in pinpointing exact revenue for large events. In particular, the OC Bike Fest was predicted to have

1,400 rooms rented– while there are approximately 970 hotel rooms in the resort. “When Kathy Micheal [Bikefest organizer] puts that down, she’s being honest. It’s just part of a larger event, Delmarva Bike Week. It’s a larger region than Ocean City,” Miller said. For the most part, he said, the calculation seems to work out well for the types of events Ocean City normally see. When there’s the cases where the data is off by large margins, the mayor and City Council can spot it immediately. But Miller said there’s always room for improvement. “The return-of-investment calculation takes a lot of things into account, like a list of checkboxes. If the event stands alone, if it relies on the town’s core of people or drawing people through marketing,” he said. “We will go back and address each of those questions and how they impact the calculation. “Because it’s a waterfall,” he added. “You change one thing; it changes everything else.” Special events staff plans to work on private event application form 2.0 in August. A tentative presentation to the mayor and council is scheduled for November. Miller hopes that the upgraded form will be implemented in January, one year after it first went into action. “Hopefully, by then we’ll be looking at something a little bit more perfect, but you never know,” he said.

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Mitrecic pushes to stream meetings online Effort to bring transparency for commissioners has so far received little support

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) The Ocean City Council has openly supported the resort’s county representative’s move to foster transparency between taxpayers and their elected officials – livestreaming the county commissioner meetings. During his briefing on June 20, Commissioner Joe Mitrecic told the City Council that he pushed to set

aside $45,130 out of the surplus $90,261 in the county’s insurance fund to broadcast commissioner meetings online, but that his effort was ended relatively quickly. “Not only did I not get a second, I didn’t even get a reason for not getting a second,” he said. “We operate in a vacuum, and there’s a certain amount of responsibilities we owe our constituents.” The one record of commissioner meetings is the minutes, recorded by county Public Information Officer Kim Moses. Those minutes are published online two weeks after the meeting, after the commissioners vote to adopt

them. By comparison, select Ocean City Council meetings are televised, live-streamed and archived online. “Everybody has an opportunity to watch this meeting right now,” Council President Lloyd Martin said. “We’re going to be open with everything we do and I think it’s time the county should do the same. We have friends in Ocean Pines and friends in West Ocean City that like to follow our meetings and I think they should be able to see the county meetings as well.” Mitrecic, who was a councilman for more than a decade, began championing the installation of a live-stream-

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Commissioner tells council camera system will happen

meetings was time-consuming from is to eventually [include the other] the city staff’s standpoint. board meetings we have at that loca“Back when we were using VHS, we tion as well. It’s less time now that would have to take the tapes, put them they’re digital. Once it’s over, I just in a video recorder and play them download it and get ready to stream it through to the television channel that on channel four.” way,” said city Webmaster Bill The City Council recordings appear Funkhouser. “Then we would run it on local television within 24 hours through an enafter the meeting, coder so we could and again at at 10 ‘The plan is to eventually put it on YouTube. a.m. and 7 p.m. That file size would [include the other] board meetings Planning and Zonbe huge so we we have at that location as well. ing and Board of would have to run It’s less time now that they’re Appeals meetings it through a data are not televised. digital. Once it’s over, I just shrinker before we The recordings are download it and get ready to uploaded it.” available immediThere were sevately on the city stream it on channel four’ eral updates government’s webOcean City Webmaster throughout the site after the meetBill Funkhouser years, including a ing ends. conversation to Even though he digital recording in 2007 for $10,000. lost the funding for a camera system But the largest upgrade was two years during this year’s budget session, ago, when the city installed high-defi- Mitrecic promised the mayor and nition cameras at a cost of $91,000. council that they would be watching In 2015, the city staff started tran- the meetings “sooner or later.” sitioning to live-streaming the meet“I’m going to continue to push for ings online. this, possibly revisit it by the end of the “We slowly started with the mayor summer,” he said after the presentaand City Council meetings, then we tion. “It’s sort of a give and take in govmoved to the Planning and Zoning ernment, and I think I’m not going to commission and the Board of Zoning give anymore. Somewhere down the Appeals,” Funkhouser said. “The plan line, someone will need my vote.”

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All roads lead home for Rickards City’s new transit manager makes his return to Eastern Shore; set to start July 18

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) For Mark Rickards, who will become the city’s transit manager later this month, it seems like his entire career has been building up to this moment. “My experiences have been wide and varied. When I look at all the transit positions I’ve held, and where I’ve worked, it’s led me back to Ocean City,” he said. Mark Rickards Two weeks ago, the city staff formally announced that Rickards had been hired as the city’s transit manager. City officials launched a national search for candidates in February. The search committee’s final candidate, however, turned down the position in April, kicking off a second round of interviews. “Although the journey to hire a new transit manager took longer than initially expected, it was certainly well worth the wait,” Public Works Director Hal Adkins said in an official comment. “Not only does Mark have vast experience in the world of transit, but he also has profound knowledge, and roots to the Eastern Shore.” Rickards grew up in Frankford, Delaware and graduated from Indian River High School. For seven years, he drove the 11 miles to work summers in Fenwick Island. “I grew up right across the border, and so a lot of the time I would come down to Ocean City,” Rickards said. “I’m a lifelong O’s fan. I’m a big lover of the Delmarva

lifestyle of seafood, and everything about the Eastern Shore.” Much like his interview process, Rickards’ path back to the resort has been a bit unorthodox. After graduating with bachelor’s degrees in political science and history from High Point University in North Carolina, he became a police officer in Chapel Hill. “I even got my teacher’s certificate, but when I was fresh out of school, I couldn’t find a job. The police department was hiring, and I took a shot at that. I was there for five years before I went back for my graduate’s degree,” he said. Rickards eventually received a master’s degree in regional planning, with a specialization in transportation planning and modeling, from University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. He then moved onto an internship with Chapel Hill transit system. While his post-grad careers appear to be on wildly different spectrums, Rickards pointed out that they both had one aspect in common. “Public service,” he said. “There’s a relationship between the two that they involve helping out the public. Transit helps people get where they need to go in an affordable way.” Rickards’ career track also includes several leadership positions. He was the transportation engineer for the Department of Rail and Public Transportation in Richmond, Virginia for 12 years before becoming the executive director of the Williamsburg Area Transit Authority in 2006. Finally, he took a position as the Transportation Director for the City of Greenville, South Carolina in 2012. Since Ocean City’s ridership swells to 40,000 per day during the summer and drops to 400 in the

winter, Rickard’s experience in a tourist city will be crucial. “Williamsburg has a high degree of tourism, and I spent 12 years working for the state. That has given me a lot of experience with project management,” he said. “Both experiences also involved a high degree of customer service and intergovernmental relationships, which are very important in Ocean City.” As transit manager, Rickards will oversee a fleet of nearly 70 buses, eight Boardwalk trams with 24 tram carts and 250 employees. He’ll also manage a budget of $5 million. But he’s not intimidated by these responsibilities. “The budget in Greenville is about the same, and relatively the same number of employees,” Rickards said. “Of course, we have mainly full-time whereas Ocean City is seasonal that’s stretched out. That’s the main difference. “The challenges for me aren’t going to be learning the area or the people,” he added. “The challenges are going to be growing the system.” Weeks before he officially takes the helm, Rickards envisions adopting new technologies that would be crucial to expanding the transportation system. “The transit world is changing every day. The new technology would be important not just to ridership, but in making visitors and residents aware of the benefits of public transportation,” he said. “We could make it the best to use not just in Maryland, but the entire county.” Rickards is scheduled to take the reins from acting Transit Manager Wayne Pryor on July 18. “I have family and friends in this area, and I’m so happy to be coming home and to work in my chosen career,” he said.

City Council signs off on upcoming events this year

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) During the July 5 regular session, the City Council unanimously approved three events at once without comment. They will be coming to the resort in a few days as well over the the next three years. Turn it Up Movie Night The Clarion Hotel on 101st Street will offer a movie night on July 12 for participants in the Turn It Up Dance Competition. The Turn It Up Dance Challenge is a venue to showcase young dancers’ abilities and holds competitions in Long Branch, New Jersey and Cape Cod, Massachusetts as well as Ocean City. The competition starts on July 10 and ends July 15. The first day includes a practice camp and a preliminary competition if participants could not qualify for regionals at an earlier time. From Monday to Thursday, there are competition and award ceremonies held every day. Friday includes a convention were young dancers are taught by professionals and industry stars. Participants will see a showing of the movie “Minions” on the front dunes of the Clarion Hotel next Tuesday, starting at 8 p.m. OCtober Fest TEAM productions presented a tentative outline of the OCtober Fest, which is a family-friendly weekend series that will take place on North Division Street. The event will include a beach maze, adorned with Halloween decorations and a sound system for music. A Howl-o-ween pet costume parade will be held on the Boardwalk from 2nd Street to Somerset Street on Oct. 22. Pumpkin Races will also be held on a racetrack on the beach near See OCTOBER Page 24

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OC Council puts stop to directional boring Temporary ban ignited by sinkhole rupturing recently on repaved Coastal Highway

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) In the waning moments of Monday night’s City Council session, Councilman Dennis Dare pushed for a moratorium on directional boring below the resort’s streets to install underground pipes and cables. “I brought this up in the past, and one of the responses from city staff was, ‘Well, what do you want us to do, open cut it?’ Well, yeah perhaps,” Dare said to his fellow councilmembers. “There’s other things that can be done, but utility companies like to use boring because it’s cheaper and

you don’t have to pave, but you end up with holes every 30 or 40 feet.” Dare brought the matter to council after witnessing the issues with the storm drain near 93rd Street and Arctic Avenue. Sometime before the State Highway Administration started its multi-million-dollar paving project on Coastal Highway, Sandpiper Energy installed a new natural gas main under the road. Shortly after the SHA finished paving, and Cruisin’ Ocean City had wrapped up, a sinkhole appeared near the storm drain at the intersection, officials said. Currently, a steel plate lies over the hole until Sandpiper returns to investigate the issue. “That plan [to install the main] was working really good. The problem is that the companies that do the

boring. When you’re in the Eastern Shore and you’re drilling in the sand, you shouldn’t have any resistance at all. If you do, it’s because you [hit] something you should back off of,” Dare said. He also said that since the boring companies often run jobs across the country, there is little accountability on their operator’s behalf. “They want to go back to Mississippi or wherever the home office is, and that it’s a problem that can be fixed later,” Dare said. “It becomes our problem. [Boring] can be a good way to do things, but it has to be done properly,” he said. According to City Solicitor Guy Ayres, the utility companies do post a bond to provide some financial reassurance if the city needs to take measures for any damage. However,

Ayres was not able to tell what the exact bond was at this time. “Understand, that if they are liable for faulty work, whether they’re under bond or not, they can’t escape liability just because the bond is not enough,” Ayres said. Councilman Wayne Hartman was not swayed by Dare’s arguments, and said there was not enough information to make a decision immediately. “I think it’s something worth exploring, but we need more information. I hate to put something in place that isn’t necessary. Maybe we can collect on damages already done,” he said. “Especially in the summer, if the utility needs to do work, they can’t work in the most efficient manner, it could cause congestion, noise See DRILLING Page 25

OCtober Fest, AGH fundraiser returns for colder months Continued from Page 22 North Division on Oct. 29. The events are free and intended to attract visitors to Ocean City in the fall season, according to the private event application. OCtober Fest will be held on Oct. 22 and 23 and Oct. 29 and 30. AGH Penguin Swim The Atlantic General Hospital received approval for its annual penguin swim for three years, including Jan. 1 2017. Participants, as individuals and teams, will plunge into the Atlantic Ocean in front of the Princess Royale Hotel on 91st Street at 1 p.m. on New Year’s Day. Swimmers raise money for the local hospital before the event, as individuals or teams. AGH and the Princess Royale Hotel also award prizes to the top fundraisers and sell apparel. Entertainment also includes carnival games, live music, a trick pony and ice art. Future dates for the Penguin Swim are Jan. 1 2018 and 2019.

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Funding sought for Newark Wastewater Plant Application denied due to facility’s location, officials asking for reconsideration

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) During its meeting on June 21, the Worcester County Commissioners signed off on a letter to Ben Grumbles, Maryland Department of the Environment secretary, requesting a funding reconsideration for the Newark Wastewater Treatment Plant in mid-county.

Drilling prohibition narrowly passes with divided vote Continued from Page 24 or other disturbances that could be minimized by a process already in place.” While other city staff did not voice support the immediate moratorium, some did support the idea of requiring a televised inspection. “This is not just an issue with Ocean City. My experience is that [boring] for cable or whatever is unfortunately not uncommon,” said City Manager Doug Miller. “What I think is more innovative more than the bond is the fact that there is a pre-required [television system]. That does two things. First, you get to see the condition of the line, and secondly, that if there is a dispute, you have the pre- and the post -[images]. I would strongly encourage we follow this concept.” Despite the Hartman’s hesitation and Councilman Matt James’ request to table the issue, Dare continued to push a motion to issue the temporary ban that evening. “I’d be okay with the recommendation that this comes back, but my fear is that this doesn’t come back for six months and we have more issues like this in the meantime,” he said. “The moratorium temporarily can prevent more mishaps.” The moratorium narrowly passed with a 4-3 vote, with Councilmen Hartman, James and Tony DeLuca in opposition. Before moving on to other items, Council President Lloyd Martin made some closing comments, tentatively supporting the ban. “I know that Hal Adkins [the director of Public Works] had been talking about raising bonds for how the streets were cut and to make sure they were back to the way they were, and that hasn’t gotten back to us. If moving forward makes it get here [to Council] faster, then I’m for it.” Sandpiper Energy is set to return to Ocean City and dig up the main and investigate the problem on July 19.

The county applied on Jan. 30, for funding through the state’s Water Quality Financing Administration to address the removal of surface water discharge from the Newark plant. The plans called for constructing a new spray irrigation field for effluent disposal. John Ross, Worcester Department of Public Works deputy director, said the project consent schedule included a milestone date of May 31 to secure a funding commitment from MDE, after which the projects design phase could commence. “When the Maryland Department of the Environment published their intended use plan this year, lo and behold Newark was not on the intended use plan,” he said. “We have to adjust our consent schedule now

because we don’t have an offer of funding from anybody.” Issued at the end of May, the Intended Use Plan (IUP) identifies the projects MDE intends to finance in the next fiscal year. Ross told the commissioners that the criteria for rejecting the application was problematic, most notably related to location. “Between this year and next year, we’re not going to move the Chesapeake Bay watershed,” he said. “We’re in the Coastal Bays watershed and that’s where were going to stay.” The letter approved by the commissioners asks why no credit was received for the benefits to public health related to a reduction of nitrates and ammonia contamination. “The public health and water

quality benefits are not going to change between this year and next year,” Ross said. “I don’t understand how we could score any more points because those key criteria that are listed in the letter that we’re sending to Secretary Grumble are not going to improve our chances next year of getting funding either.” Ross said in February of this year the county applied for federal funding for the spray irrigation project through the United States Department of Agriculture, but has yet to receive confirmation either way. “This is not a large project and the only way we can get this done in any way cost effectively is to get assistance,” he said. “Staff decided we would start off with a letter and see where it goes from there.”

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Local officials continue push for Triton project Delaware Gov. Jack Markell and Rep. Steny Hoyer join effort to enhance Wallops

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 8, 2016) Following favorable endorsements from Gov. Larry Hogan and Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe, the Delmarva gubernatorial trifecta in support of Wallops Island as the forward operating base for the MQ-4C Triton unmanned aircraft was joined by Delaware Gov. Jack Markell. In addition, Maryland Congressman and Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer voiced his support in favor of the program in a letter addressed to both the Secretary of the Navy, Ray Mabus, and the Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. John Richardson. State Sen. Jim Mathias said he organized the support following a meeting with Markell to rally him to the cause and building on an existing relationship with Hoyer. “We’re working collectively to our strengths. I’m a believer in the project. We’re developing regionally and collaborating on our future,” Mathias

said. “I’m hoping we get our fair share here on the shore.” While a formal decision won’t be made until later this year, Mathias said it is incumbent upon officials to protect what industries the shore has, while continuing to grow to provide opportunities in the future. “The project has a 20-year lifespan and will create 400 tech jobs,” he said. “We talk so much about ‘Del-Mar-Va’ so I thought to get an alliance of leadership. We had Gov. McAuliffe and Gov. Hogan, and I was able to secure a meeting with Gov. Markell and get his support.” Delegates Mary Beth Carozza and Charles Otto were also lauded for their quick support and organizational efforts. “There’s a lot of momentum behind this and a lot of interest. Right now we’re awaiting the next steps,” Peter Bale, director of the nonprofit Wallops Island Regional Alliance, said. The WIRA’s mission is to enhance and protect federal and defense assets on the lower shore. Bale said the Navy is going through its process, which allows for an envi-

ronmental impact study and public comment on the proposed expansion, while also evaluating other sites. “We’re putting all the pieces together, but there is the possibility of high class, high tech jobs in the area,” Bale said. Worcester County Economic Development Director Merry Mears thinks the show of support is a net positive for the effort. “Having the most senior federal legislator in Steny Hoyer on our side certainly enhances our chances,” she said. On the local side, however, the towns are a bit more skeptical having heard much of this conversation before. “I used to work at Wallops Island, and I thought 12,000 people were coming to Snow Hill years ago,” Snow Hill Mayor Charlie Dorman said. “It

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Bicycle light initiative The Ocean City Police Department was given $800 in grant funding from the Maryland Department of Transportation Highway Safety Office to purchase 60 bicycle lights. Certified Bike Maintenance Officers stopped anyone riding their bicycles at night with no front or rear lights installed, which were mostly visiting international students, and installed the lights on their bikes. “Rather than ticketing the individuals, officers educated them on the importance of riding with bike safety lights and installed the lights on their bicycle during the stop,” said Police Chief Ross Buzzuro. “This was an extremely successful initiative, receiving multiple positive comments from those that were stopped.” The initiative was designed to improve the visibility of bikers during the nighttime hours.

“It can be nearly impossible for drivers to see cyclists that are not equipped with front and rear lights,” Buzzuro said. “According to Maryland law, all bicyclists must have a white front light facing forward and visible from the front of the bike, and a red rear light facing backward and visible from the rear. Lights can be either steady or flashing and must be used during night-time hours. Violators can face a citation along with a $90 fine.”

Hit and run Ocean City police officers arrested Jennifer Lustic, 34, of Ocean City for leaving and failing to remain or return to the scene of an injury crash and giving false accident report information on July 1. According to the report, the accident occurred on Route 90. The victim stated she had neck pain from the crash and there was extensive dam-

age to the rear of her vehicle. Video camera surveillance and witness statements helped locate the suspect shortly after. Police reported Lustic smelled of alcohol. In addition, she allegedly told officers she waited 10 minutes before driving away and the victim was the one who fled the scene.

Three arrests in one week Nunie Johnson, 28, of Dover, Delaware, was arrested on June 28, 30 and July 2 for disorderly conduct and trespassing. Ocean City police officers responded to Baltimore Avenue on June 28 because Johnson was allegedly running through traffic. The report stated Johnson was in the middle of the roadway where vehicles had to completely stop to avoid hitting him. On June 30, officers responded to

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Assaulting police officer Ocean City police officers arrested Isis Torres, 30, of Aldie, Virginia, for second degree assault of a police officer and disorderly conduct on July 3. Police reported she struck an officer in the chest before officers took her down while she continued to resist and fight back after getting kicked out of a local nightclub. In addition, Torres allegedly refused to walk and officers had to carry her to the transport wagon.

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Commissioners honor multiple county retirees Commendations awarded to nine employees leaving after decades of dedication

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) Decades of job dedication that left an indelible mark on coworkers and cohorts were celebrated as the Worcester County Commissioners awarded commendations to nine retiring county employees at their June 21 meeting. First on the list was John “Sonny” Bloxom, who retired as county attorney last year after serving in the position since 2008. Bloxom also served two tours as county commissioner for District One, from 1990-1995 and 1998-2006. Commissioner Bud Church, while presenting the commendation to Bloxom, offered praise for a combined 20 years of service to the county and his overall amenable nature. “We’ve had a lot of really good times together,” Church said. Bloxom instantly filled the room with laughter as he pled the fifth. “Some we can’t talk about,” he replied. Commissioner Diana Purnell also elicited laughter while congratulating Bloxom, as she noted their association has stood the test of time.

“I didn’t get an opportunity to serve that long with you, but I’ve known you for a long time, and I love you still,” she said. The next outgoing bright light honored was Donna Lovell, who spent 13 years as a license permit clerk. In his comments during her presentation, Ed Tudor, Department of Development Review and Permitting director, said Lovell was likely as nervous that day as the one she interviewed for the permit clerk position. He also praised Lovell’s work as staff liaison for the Board of Electrical Examiners and staff support for electricians throughout the county. “I know she treated them both as her own sons and she’s going to be missed by both the electrical board and the electricians of the county,” he said. Third in line was Wanda “Sue” Miller, who is stepping down after more than a decade as an accounting clerk in the finance office. Noting her background in the banking world, Phil Thompson, treasurer and finance officer, said Miller brought “exceptional bookkeeping and customer service skills” to the position. Among her duties, Miller handled tax customers and nuisance abatements, a role that is not without its challenges. “Suffice it to say many of the customers, by the time they get to Sue, aren’t the happiest,” he said. “She does a tremendous job with a very professional attitude, as well as a very low

key demeanor, and it will be greatly missed.” The fourth retiree honored was Gale Hall, who has been a fixture with the Worcester County Library for the last three decades. Jennifer Ranck, library acting director, in her award presentation comments, noted the technological advances that have transpired since Hall came on board in July of 1986. “Which means Gail has seen everything from where we used to stamp the books, to scanning the books, and now downloading the books,” she said. Ranck said Hall’s infectious laugh and easy spirit fostered an enjoyable work environment. “Every time we’d saw her car in the parking lot we knew we’d have a fun day,” she said. The fifth honoree was William “Bill” Cody, who served 17 years as a captain at the Worcester County Detention Center. During his presentation comments, Warden Garry Mumford said Cody brought a strong work ethic from his previous retail business background. “For those of us that are local, Cody came to us in 1999 from Cody School Service Station over across the bridge,” he said. “Well, when Cody came to us he retained that same attitude about work. Cody did whatever it took.” Among his varied duties during his career at the jail, Cody served as the

work release coordinator, handling more than 60 inmates making a daily departure for employment before later retuning for check in the same evening, Mumford said. “Throughout the county we have a lot of good employees, we have some outstanding employees, but we also have a small group of exceptional employees,” he said. “Cody fits in the last, the exceptional employee.” Mumford said Cody, known for his attention to detail, was recognizable for always having a notebook under his arm as he made his daily rounds to assure no issue was left unresolved. Mumford said he often had to remind Cody the day had ended. “There were some nights where I would be leaving, I would look out and Cody’s vehicle would be in the parking lot I would call and say, ‘Hey, Cody, time to go,’” he said. “Cody would always say, ‘I got one more thing to do warden’ and he would take care of that and then he would go home. Cody, we’re going to miss you traveling through the corridors of the jail with that notebook.” John Ross, Waste and Wasterwater Services deputy director, presented the final four staff members commendations for their years of service in the recycling division. First among the pack was Ed See BOSSES Page 32

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Breakdown of state legislation taking effect New bills impacting county include issues related to liquor, amusements, safety

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 8, 2106) Sponsored by State Sen. Jim Mathias, SB 967, which passed unanimously in both chambers, allows package good stores to add spirits to the shelves by applying for Worcester County’s new Class A beer, wine and liquor license. The county Board of License Commissioners will issue the expanded Class A licenses, for an annual fee of $4,500, and permit retail sales seven days a week week from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. The just-enacted legislation redefines the distance restriction for sales in the proximity of four retail stores

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$500 annual permit. The clock for compliance has started ticking for SB 182, which mandates rental dwelling units have carbon monoxide alarms, and must be complied with by April 1, 2018. This legislation, also backed by Mathias, addresses a potential public safety issue. “It’s required in new home construction and hotel rooms, but we did not have a requirement in rental properties,” he said. Carbon monoxide alarms are now required in the immediate vicinity of each bedroom and every level of the unit.

Bosses heap praise on departures Continued from Page 31 Buchannan, who has been a recycling worker for 10 years, a position that Ross said some may overlook. “Some jobs, you don’t really appreciate what all they do, but these people show up every day and work at that recycle line,” he said. “It’s important that these people do their job and we appreciate the effort that Ed provided for 10 years at the recycle division.” Dorothy Dale, who worked for 11 years as a recycling worker was also recognized.

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Mathias and Carozza focus on area concerns with state bills Continued from Page 32 Commission oversight. SB 287, whose primary sponsor was Del. Mary Beth Carozza, and was also co-sponsored by Mathias, allows more flexibility in prosecuting individuals who use a telephone or other electronic devices to make false statements regarding destructive devices or toxic materials. The bill came about in light of a recent slew of bomb threats at area schools. Authorities now have the option to press charges in the county where the threat originated or was received. Violators can be charged with a felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison and/or a $10,000 fine. Restitution may also be required. Also, minors found guilty may have their driving privileges revoked. SB 1033 allows the Delmarva Discovery Center and Museum to use its board of directors as a grantee for two grants totaling $175,000 in matching funds for the Mayor and City Council of Pocomoke to perform renovations and repairs at the 16,000 square foot museum that houses exhibits, classrooms, a museum store and administrative offices. Another bill co-sponsored by Carozza and Mathias, SB 785, estab-

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County seeks volunteers for open seats on several boards By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) The Worcester County Commissioners have filled two of 13 openings on county boards and are still seeking people who are interested in serving. In addition to three openings each on the Social Services Board and the Commission for Women, there are two open seats on the Local Development Council for Ocean Downs Casino. There are also single openings on the Lower Shore Workforce Investment Board, the Adult Public Guardianship Board and the Ocean Pines Water and Sewer Advisory Council. Of the pair of appointments the commissioners approved Tuesday, the first was made by Commissioner Joe Mitrecic, who nominated his son, Jake Mitrecic, for the Housing Review Board after failing to find other interested candidates. “After a discussion with our legal adviser, I found it was okay to appoint a relative to a board,” he said. “Being that Jake is a home inspector, I thought he would be a great addition to the Housing Review Board.” Jake Mitrecic will replace Ruth Waters, who started a three-year term on the Housing Review Board in 2012.

Commissioner Merrill Lockfaw also plugged one hole when he moved to reappoint Mark Frostrom to the Worcester County Initiative for Families Board. This will be Frostrom’s fourth three-year term on the board. Stepping away from the Social Services Board after completing a three-year term is Wes McCabe of Berlin, and Judy Stinebiser of Ocean Pines. Also leaving the board after finishing a third three-year term is Nancy Howard of Ocean City. Leaving the Commission for Women is Laura McDermott of Pocomoke City, who has served since 2009, Dawn Hodge of Ocean City, who joined the commission in 2013, and Carol Rose, who joined in 2014. Departing from the Local Development Council for the Ocean Downs Casino is Ron Taylor of Pocomoke City, and Todd Ferrante of Ocean City, both of whom joined in 2009. “Anyone who is interested in serving on a commission or committee for the county should contact their county commissioner,” Mitrecic said. “I still have two appointments that I need to make that I’ve had great difficulty in filling.”

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years; four sisters, Virgie Mumford, Hazel Mumford, Grace Disharoon and Fannie Murray; and two brothers, Thomas and Herman Mumford. A funeral service was held on Sunday, June 26, 2016 at Bates United Methodist Church in Snow Hill. Pastor Tom Northam officiated. A donation in her memory may be made to: Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, 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. ROBERT E. LINTHICUM, JR. Ocean City Robert “Bob” E. Linthicum, Jr., age 86, died on Friday, June 24, 2016. Born in Washington, D.C., he was the son of the late Robert E., Sr. and Elizabeth Linthicum. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Maureen O’Neill Linthicum;

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By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (July 8, 2016) Nine-year-old Emma Zajdel caught a 94.6-pound cobia on June 30, topping the state record by 15.6 pounds. Zajdel, of West Ocean City, was fishing on her dad, Eddie’s, 24-foot Key West center console, “Victorious,” along with her best buddy, Ashton Clarke, and his father, Robert. The group was fishing near the Jackspot when rain started to fall. As they headed into shore, they stopped around the Little Gull Shoal, about a mile off Assateague Island, where there was baitfish on top of the water. They thought some bluefish were chasing the bait. Something took their bait, and it was Emma Zajdel’s turn to reel in a fish. When the group saw a dorsal fin, they thought it was a shark that was hooked. Eddie Zajdel said they drove the boat toward the fish to help keep the line tight and take pressure off the rod. It took Emma about 20 minutes to get the cobia to the boat. “I was pretty surprised how big it was. We all thought it was a shark at first,” Emma said. Once they got it onto the boat it “went ballistic and flipped all around,” Eddie said. “They’re known to do that,” he added. The cobia was so big – it measured 66.5 inches – only half of it fit into the boat’s fish box. “It was the biggest cobia I’ve seen,”

Eddie said. “It was only the second one I’ve caught.” His first cobia encounter was a few years ago. That fish was released. When they got back to shore last Thursday, scales were closed so they took it to Sunset Marina in West Ocean City the next morning to be weighed. It was also inspected by Steve Doctor of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Eddie Zajdel mailed in the paperwork earlier this week to formally certify the catch for the record books. DNR maintains state records for sport fish in three divisions – Atlantic, Chesapeake and freshwater – and awards plaques to anglers who achieve new record catches. “It’s still considered ‘pending.’ The paperwork was the last part they needed,” he said Tuesday. Jack Latimer of Potomac, Maryland, has held the record since 2014 with his 79-pound cobia landed about a mile and a half east of the Ocean City inlet. The fish was 60 inches long with a girth of 30 inches. Zajdel’s 94.6-pound cobia was 66.5 inches overall with a 30-inch girth. She is only 52 inches tall and weighs about 65 pounds. “She’s very humble about it,” Eddie said. “She doesn’t really understand how big this is. She just wants to catch another fish.” Standing next to the fish as it was hanging on the scale, Emma said she “thought it was really big and really cool.” The Ocean City Elementary School

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Nine-year-old Emma Zajdel, pictured with her friend, Ashton Clarke, caught this 94.6-pound cobia on June 30, topping the 79-pound state record set in 2014. They were fishing on her dad, Eddie's boat, along with Clarke's father, Robert.

soon-to-be fourth grader has been going out on boats since she was a baby, her father said. She has been fishing inshore in bays and ponds since she could hold a rod, he added. Emma was about 5 years old when she made her first offshore trip. “She’s been on the water her whole life,” Eddie said.

“I like catching fish and then eating them,” Emma said. “We ate [the cobia] already. It tasted very good.” The 94.6-pound cobia is a pending International Game Fish Association (IGFA) Small Fry (children up to 10 years old) World Record as well. The current record is 48 pounds.

OC Marlin Club’s Canyon Kick Off another success

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (July 8, 2016) The Ocean City Marlin Club’s Canyon Kick Off is typically a successful tournament and this year’s event was no different, with 63 boats entered and nearly $73,000 awarded to the winners. “It was a great tournament. The weather was good. It rained the last day, but it was still fishable,” said Al Rittmeyer, director of the 34th annual Canyon Kick Off with Bob Althauser. “Fishing wasn’t fantastic, but we did have some nice catches.” Results: Billfish release: The Streaker crew released four white marlin to win the division, See NEARLY Page 42

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Left, Riptide watches as the Triple S leaves the Sunset Marina dock. The Triple S crew caught a 69-pound bluefin to land in third place. The team took home $486. Right, During the Ocean City Marlin Club's 34th annual Canyon Kick Off last weekend, the Brenda Lou team brought a 125.8-pound yellowfin tuna to the Sunset Marina scale in West Ocean City and landed in the top spot in the division. The anglers won $4,567.50.

Continued from Page 41 earning $22,950. Haulin N’ Ballin released three white marlin and the team took home $3,510. First Light finished in third place with two white marlin releases. The group was awarded $2,340. Dolphin: The Second Chance earned first place in the dolphin division with a 25.4 pounder. The team received $9,967.50. The Barbara Rose placed second with a 22.2-pound dolphin. The Tighten Up came in third with an 18.6-pound dolphin. The Tighten Up crew was presented $6,300. The Chubby Hubby team won $1,827 for an 18.4-pound dolphin. Tuna (yellowfin, long fin, big eye):

The Brenda Lou team brought a monster 125.8-pound yellowfin tuna to the Sunset Marina scale in West Ocean City and landed in the top spot in the division. They took home $4,567.50. The Barbara Rose’s 68-pound yellowfin tuna was good for second place. The tuna and a 22.2-pound dolphin earned the Barbara Rose crew $5,481. A Salt Weapon III finished in third in the tuna division with a 56.6 pounder. It was worth $13,527 because of participation in added entrylevel calcuttas. Bluefin Tuna: The Jezebel team’s 73.2-pound bluefin earned them first place in the division and $1,764. The Black Flag group boated a 70-pound bluefin to take sec-

ond place and $270. The Triple S crew caught a 69-pound bluefin to land in third place. The team won $486. The Ocean City Marlin Club’s next tournament is the 12th annual Kid’s Classic, July 16-17. The tournament is open to junior anglers 19 and younger. Last year, several hundred young anglers participated. The tournament benefits the WishA-Fish Foundation, whose mission is to “provide a little relief for a family from the daily stress of having a child with special needs, such as a life-threatening illness, mental or physical disability, by taking the entire family out for a day of fun and fishing on the water.” For more information about the Kid’s Classic, call 410-213-1613 or visit www.ocmarlinclub.com.

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During the Ocean City Marlin Club's 34th annual Canyon Kick Off last weekend, A Salt Weapon III finished in third in the tuna division with a 56.6 pounder. It was worth $13,527.

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Ocean City Tuna Tournament this weekend

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (July 8, 2016) Yellowfin, bluefin and big eye tuna are on the radar of captains and their crews, as hundreds of thousands of dollars are up for grabs during the 29th annual Ocean City Tuna Tournament this weekend. Tuna fishing was a little slow last weekend, with many small ones hooked, tournament director Jennifer Blunt said Tuesday, but she was hopeful they would turn up for the competition. “It’s just a guessing game,” she said. “Hopefully it will pick up and we’ll see

some big eyes, yellowfin and bluefin. There have been some small dolphin, and we’re still seeing some wahoo.” The cost to enter the tournament was $1,000 ($900 for early registration by July 1). Blunt said Tuesday that 10 pre-registered, which is about the same as last year. Most teams always wait until the final registration day, which was Thursday, July 7, to keep an eye on the forecast. “The weather looks good. It looks like it’s going to be nice,” she said. Performance fishing apparel company, Huk, is the new presenting

sponsor this year. Several added entry-level calcuttas, or wagering pools, are new this year. Altogether, there are 14 calcuttas for the 2016 tournament, with costs ranging from $100 to $5,000. Teams had the option to sign up for one or all of the added entry-level categories, which, if they place on the top of the leader board, could substantially increase the amount of prize money they receive. “We’re trying to build up the tournament a little more,” Blunt said last week. “The economy is getting better and people are spending more. We

had some feedback from participants and we want to give them more options to win money.” The Level H (formerly Level F) Pro Tuna Jackpot Winner Takes All costs $5,000 to enter, but it pays off for the angler with the heaviest single tuna as long as he or she signs up for the calcutta. In 2015, 43 of the tournament’s 94 boats entered the calcutta and the pot itself totaled $193,500. Rob Wagner landed the largest fish of the 2015 competition, a 182pound big eye. Wagner and his Sea See WEIGH-INS Page 44

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Weigh-ins at OC Fishing Center, Friday-Sun. Continued from Page 43 Slammer teammates were awarded $284,776 for first place in the Single Largest Tuna Division. A majority of that money – $193,500 – came from the Pro Tuna Jackpot. Last year with 94 boats in the tournament, about $660,000 was paid out to the winners, an increase from 2014 when $530,000 was awarded and 80 boats participated. This year, tournament fishing is permitted Friday through Sunday, July 810. Anglers will fish two of the three days.

Catches will be weighed at the Ocean City Fishing Center, in West Ocean City, from 4-7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 8-9, and until 7 p.m. Sunday, July 10. There is no cost to watch the weighins, which are open to the public and always draw a large crowd. Prize money will be awarded to the first-, second- and third-heaviest single tuna and the largest total catch weight. Each boat may weigh up to five fish per day to compete for a two-day total pound catch. There is a 30pound minimum weight requirement

for all eligible tournament tuna. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place in the Park Place Jewelers Ladies Division this year. A $1,500 award will be presented to the female angler who catches the largest tuna. For the first time, second and third place anglers will also win money. Prizes of $1,000 and $500 will be distributed to second and third place, respectively. A Junior Angler division is available for those 16 and younger. The winner will receive $1,000. Cash

OC swim honors Capt. Craig

(July 8, 2016) The Ocean City Beach Patrol will host its annual swim to honor Capt. Robert Craig on Saturday, July 9, at 6 p.m. Competitors will swim a measured mile with the prevailing current to a finish line located at 14th Street and the beach. In addition to the annual one-mile swim, the Ginny Craig quarter-mile swim will take competitors on a 400-meter distance along the coast and also finish in the area of 14th Street. The event is named in honor of the late Craig who served as captain of the OCBP from 19351986. Throughout his 52 years of service, Capt. Craig molded the OCBP into what it is today. One of the first procedures he changed was the training and recruiting process, requiring each

person interested in becoming a member of the Ocean City Beach Patrol to fill out a written application and complete a physical assessment. If they successfully completed the test, Capt. Craig continued their education, by assigning an experienced guard for further instruction in spotting rip currents, knowledge of waves and what to look for so that preventive measures could be taken before difficulties occurred. He also introduced semaphore to the patrol, and it is still used for communication between guards to supplement radio communication. A registration form can be completed at www.ococean.com/ocbp. The cost to participate is $25, which includes a T-shirt. Registration on site begins at 5 p.m.

prizes of $500 and $250 will be presented to junior anglers who land the second- and third-heaviest fish. There will also be prize money of $2,500, $1,000 and $500 for the first,- second- and third-largest dolphin. (Twenty-pound minimum). Since several wahoo have been caught during the tournament over the years, organizers added a division for the fish this year. For more information about the Tuna Tournament, call 410-213-1121 or visit www.octunatournament.com.

Safe Boating class to be offered July 12-14 (July 8, 2016) The last USCG Auxiliary Safe Boating class of 2016 will be conducted Tuesday through Thursday, July 12-14, at the Ocean Pines Library from 6-9 p.m. each night. The Maryland Safe Boating Class and certificate are required for boat operators born after July 1, 1972. Safety on the water is every boater’s responsibility and knowing what to do—not only in an emergency but also when docking, anchoring and passing another boat—is key. Besides Maryland maritime regulations, the course, as taught by the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, also focuses on boat handling, safety equipment, knot tying and other practical tidbits from experienced recreational boat enthusiasts. To register, contact Barry Cohen at 410-973-1097 or email at bmc_rsc@yahoo.com. The fee is $15.

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Eastern Shore vets receive $57,000 in rental aid program

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A new look and menu awaits visitors at Fenwick Inn’s new rooftop bar and restaurant, OC360 Eats and Drinks, located on 138th Street.

OC360 Eats and Drinks now open atop Fenwick Inn

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) A brand new look and menu awaits visitors at Fenwick Inn’s new rooftop bar and restaurant, OC360 Eats and Drinks, located on 138th Street. “Its something different, new and improved,” Heather Schaffran, director of food and beverages for the hotel, said. “We wanted to make it more upscale for locals to have a nice dinner out. We also have the best views.” The restaurant and bar has panoramic views of Coastal Highway, in addition to about 25 seats on its outdoor patio seating area. “We like to say our menu is lite fare with nightly entrée features,” Schaffran said. “The entrées will change depending on what people enjoy.” The brand new menu has a selection of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers and tacos. Appetizers include wings, crab dip, onion rings, mussels, shrimp, calamari and crab bites. “Crab bites are very popular – and the burgers,” Schaffran said. “The make-your-own burger option is popular. People have been gravitating to those choices.”

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OC360 Eats and Drinks employees, from left, Erica Waters, Jeshonda Dennis, Alexandra Demina and Jodie Zelenky show off the new outdoor seating area on 138th Street Wednesday morning.

Half-pound burgers come on a toasted brioche roll with lettuce, tomato, onion and the customer’s choice of cheese, sauce, toppings and a few add-on options. Diners can also try the fish or shrimp tacos, chicken club, salmon BLT, Mahi burger, crab cake sandwich, black bean burger and ribeye

steak sandwich. In addition to the menu, OC360 offers a breakfast buffet every day with eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, pancakes, French toast, danishes, bagels, toast, yogurt, granola, cereal and fresh fruit. The buffet costs $9.95 for adults See NEW Page 46

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (July 8, 2016) The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), along with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is helping to end veteran homelessness. A recent news release announced they would award nearly $38 million to help more than 5,200 homeless veterans find a permanent place to call home. The rental assistance announced last month is provided through the HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUDVASH) Program, which combines rental assistance from HUD with case management and clinical services provided by VA. HUD-VASH works in reducing veteran homelessness because it provides funding for both the housing and supportive services that are essential for ending homelessness for tens of thousands of veterans nationwide. Out of the $38 million, locally more than $57,000 was awarded to help veterans on the Eastern Shore. “Community by community, we’re making significant progress preventing and ending homelessness among Veterans,” Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert A. McDonald said in the release. “The housing voucher awards announced today will provide thousands of the most vulnerable Veterans with access to affordable housing from HUD and wraparound services from VA so that each one can become and remain stably housed.” Since 2008, more than 79,000 vouchers have been awarded and more than 111,000 homeless veterans have been served through the HUD-VASH program. Rental assistance and supportive services provided through HUDVASH are a critical resource for local communities in ending homelessness among our nation’s veterans. In the HUD-VASH program, VA Medical Centers (VAMCs) assess veterans experiencing homelessness before referring them to local housing agencies for these vouchers. Decisions are based on a variety of factors, most importantly the duration of homelessness and the need for longer term support in obtaining and maintaining permanent housing. The HUD-VASH program includes the comprehensive case management that VAMC staff offers. Veterans participating in the HUD-VASH program rent housing and typically contribute less than 30 percent of their income toward rent. — Lauren Bunting is a licensed Associate Broker with Bunting Realty, Inc. in Berlin.

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The Hal Glick Memorial Charity Golf Classic

held at River Run Golf Club on June 14th, was once again a tremendous success.

A Special Thank You To:

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Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almand, PA â&#x20AC;˘ Bank of Ocean City â&#x20AC;˘ Bayside Skillet on the Bayside of 77th Street Bruce and Christine Moore â&#x20AC;˘ Buck Mann â&#x20AC;˘ Carpentry by Nolan Dove â&#x20AC;˘ Castle in the Sands - Adam Showell Charles T. Capute, LLC. â&#x20AC;˘ Christine Glick â&#x20AC;˘ Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel - Lenny Berger EfactorVape.com - Barry Morrison â&#x20AC;˘ Johnny Janosik Furnishings â&#x20AC;˘ K-Coast Surf Shop - Chris Shanahan & Mark Pugh â&#x20AC;˘ Ken Sehman the Jeweler â&#x20AC;˘ Mark Gizzi Morrison â&#x20AC;˘ Chiropractics & Wellness Center Ocean City Today / Flag Publications â&#x20AC;˘ Ocean Lanes, Inc. - Craig Smith â&#x20AC;˘ River Run Golf Club Rosenfeld's Jewish Deli - 63rd Street â&#x20AC;˘ Shawn Glick and Family Stu and Susanna Eisenman Temple Bat Yam â&#x20AC;˘ Village of Fenwick-Levinson Family

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New uptown eatery serves up fresh drinks, lite entrees Continued from Page 45 and $4.95 for children, which is served from 8-11 a.m., Monday through Friday, and is available until noon on Saturday and Sunday. OC360 has happy hour in the bar and lounge area every day from 4-7 p.m. including well drinks, a house bloody Mary, orange crushes, Jameson, Fireball, mimosas, house red or white wines and Yuengling drafts all for $3.60. In addition, $2.50 Miller Lite drafts, $5 craft beers, $3 domestic aluminum bottles and $1.50 Natural Light or Natty Boh beers are available during happy hour. All summer long, OC360 will have live entertainment Wednesdays and Saturdays from 5-8 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Entertainment is always local and is usually single [guitar] acoustic players,â&#x20AC;? Schaffran said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We always post who is playing on our Facebook page.â&#x20AC;? OC360 Eats and Drinks is part of the hotel, which is managed by

Chesapeake Hospitality. The dĂŠcor was changed to give the space a modern and industrial feel. The bar was replaced, pool tables were removed and the roof area was opened up. The inside dining area and outside patio can be rented for meetings, gatherings, family reunions, corporate retreats, holiday parties, or for 75-100 person weddings. In addition, OC360 will host its first dinner theater in September. Dinner is served Monday through Friday from 4-10 p.m. and until 11 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Cocktails are available until midnight daily. During the offseason, the breakfast buffet will most likely turn into an a la carte menu, and its hours may change. For more information, call the restaurant at 443-664-4008 or search â&#x20AC;&#x153;OC360 Eats + Drinksâ&#x20AC;? on Facebook.

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Local financial advisors visit D.C. to speak with Congress

(July 8, 2016) Phyllis Mitchell, CFP, and Andrea Hastings, PPC, of Mitchell & Hastings Financial Services, recently helped lead a grassroots effort on Capitol Hill with the goal of preserving Americans’ access to affordable, objective financial advice and protecting investors. They met with members of Congress and their staffs as part of the Financial Services Institute (FSI) team on June 15. “Speaking directly to a member of Congress and letting them know what hard-working Americans are going through every day is invaluable,” Mitchell said. “This was an incredible opportunity for us to educate them on what Americans need in terms of financial advice now and in the future and how what legislators and regulators are doing affects their lives.” As part of the FSI grassroots team, Hastings spoke to the members of Congress about these critical issues: the Senior$afe Act, which will help protect seniors from financial abuse; preserving the inde-

pendent contractor status of independent financial advisors; and the Protecting Workplace Advancement and Opportunity Act, which will help small businesses to continue to thrive and preserve employee advancement opportunities. The independent financial advisor members of FSI serve more than 15 million American households. Members of Congress with whom FSI members met serve on House and Senate committees important to the investment community including the Senate Banking Committee, Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, House Financial Services Committee and House Education and Workforce Committee. “We are very pleased to have Phyllis Mitchell and Andrea Hastings as an engaged member working on behalf of their clients,” said FSI President & CEO Dale Brown. “Conscientious members like Phyllis and Andrea help bring reallife experience to our advocacy efforts. We plan to work closely with Phyllis and

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Phyllis Mitchell, CFP, left, and Andrea Hastings, PPC, of Mitchell & Hastings Financial Services, recently helped lead a grassroots effort on Capitol Hill with the goal of preserving Americans’ access to affordable, objective financial advice and protecting investors.

Andrea as we advocate for independent financial advisors and the hard-working clients they serve.” Mitchell & Hastings Financial Services practice offers estate planning, retirement and college planning and offer a variety of investment vehicles. They have been independent advisors for over 36 years and are affiliated with National Planning Corporation. More information can be found at www.MitchellandHastings.com.

(July 8, 2016) Medical Mondays, brought to the community by AGH Healthy Happenings, Atlantic General Hospital’s community connection, is a free one-hour monthly program. All are invited to attend to learn about various wellness and healthcare topics including skin care/dermatology, diabetes and finding a primary care provider. “We’ve added this valuable, informal workshop to give the community an easy option for learning more about taking charge of their health and the wellness of their family,” said Population Health Manager, Donna Nordstrom. “It is a great addition to our extensive community education calendar and has been well received.” On Monday, July 11, Andi West-McCabe, director of emergency and surgical services at Atlantic General Hospital, will lead a discussion to test “Health Literacy Navigation Skills,” answering questions like – Where is the best place to go when I’m sick? and What can I do to keep from getting sick in the first place? A wealth of information will be shared so that attendees will walk away better knowing how to make the right healthcare decisions for themselves and family members. To learn more or to register, visit http://www.atlanticgeneral.org/Calendar.

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RIBBON CUTTING Celebrating the opening of Starbucks on 16th Street and Baltimore Avenue with a ribbon cutting last week, in front, from left, are Ruth Waters, Harrison Group sales director; Ocean City Council Secretary, Mary Knight; Melanie Pursel, Ocean City Chamber executive director; Brett Wolf, Ocean City Chamber president; Matt Parsons, Starbucks Business Development manager; Mark Mayers, Harrison Group Restaurant Division director; owner Hale Harrison; and Del. Mary Beth Carozza, and in back, Ocean City Council members Matt James and Wayne Hartman; owners G. Hale Harrison and John Harrison; Sen. Jim Mathias; and Don Buchanan, Starbucks district manager of licensed stores.

Atlantic General Hospital offers free seminars

(July 8, 2016) The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department and Atlantic General Hospital will offer two free informational health seminars to the public this summer at the Ocean Pines Community Center, located at 235 Ocean Parkway in Ocean Pines. On Wednesday, July 13 from

5:30-6:30 p.m., Dr. Sara Moghaddam, a dermatologist at Atlantic General Hospital, will discuss the truth about sunscreens, what they are and how to use them. She will also discuss skin cancer surveillance and how to identify melanoma and other skin cancers. Then on Wednesday, Aug. 31

from 5:30-7 p.m., Dr. Roopa Gupta, a medical oncologist and hematologist at Atlantic General Hospital, will present a seminar on cancer prevention and treatment. She will share when recommended screenings should occur, risk factors, warning signs and what cancers are most commonly seen in the area. She will

also answer questions from the audience. Although there is no cost to attend these seminars, spaces are limited and advance registration is required. For more information or to register, call the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department at 410641-7052.

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) The Chesapeake Ghost Walk in Ocean City takes participants through the resort town’s ghostly history from Fourth Street to the inlet while visiting rumored haunted properties and hearing tales from a tour guide about visitors who cannot seem to leave their happy place – even after death. The tour lasts about two hours with stops outside the properties and stories on close to a dozen haunted places in the area. “I love Ocean City and it’s my favorite ghost walk,” said Mindie Burgoyne, Chesapeake Ghost Walk researcher and creator. “It’s a great town with a wonderful history. The ghost tour is a good way to start vacation to get oriented with the town and find out where these historic places are.” There are many reasons why ghosts come back – to relive a fun time or return to a place that feels like home, because of unfinished business, to deliver a message, they are attached to an object, or they died quickly and cannot move on or are unaware they even died. “Ocean City is a place where people visited year after year and was a place of joy,” said Toni-Ann Perez, a tour guide for Chesapeake Ghost Walk. “It was never a hometown and was always a vacation area. Our energy does not die and can connect living and dead spirits.” “The town history is all about being happy, romance and vacations,” Burgoyne said. These tales date back to late 1860s, when Ocean City was a sandy beach barrier and fish camps started popping up along the coast to house fishermen. By 1875, the massive two-street block long Atlantic Hotel opened July 4 weekend for wealthy visitors from Baltimore, Philadelphia and Washington D.C. In 1902, a removable Boardwalk was placed outside of the Atlantic Hotel for guests and stored on the porch at nighttime. When the Great Depression hit, many local residents stepped up and started purchasing property. Their decedents remain in the area to this day and continue to be a huge asset to Ocean City’s culture, including the Trimpers, Croppers, Lynchs, Purnells and Dolles. The first stop on the tour was the oldest hotel in the resort, Shoreham Hotel on Fourth Street, which opened in the 1920s and is the most haunted

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Taylor Sloan ummer in Ocean City involves two things for me; one is working like an insane person and two, partying, of course, both of which I do very well. Sometimes entirely too well, and I fully regret it because I am such a morning person that I wake up at 7 a.m. no matter what time I went to bed. Life is a beautiful thing, and it is always worth celebrating. That being said, you can spot me at one of the below bars and restaurants. Ninth Street Taphouse, located on the Boardwalk in the Paradise Plaza Inn, has drink specials all day every day. Enjoy $2 Natty Boh drafts and $2.25 Natural Light cans. Happy hour includes $3 domestic drafts, $4 rail drinks, house wine and Assawoman Bay drafts, and $5 frozen drinks, orange and grapefruit crushes. For more, call 443-664-2641. Backshore Brewing Company, located at 913 Atlantic Ave. on the Boardwalk, is home to the famous VW van that sits outside, as well as craft beer and Hoop Tea. Backshore has six beers on tap that are always rotating. Beers include Boardwalk Blonde, an easy drinking, light, blonde ale with subtle fruitiness; Downtown Sugar Brown, a brown ale, that leaves a hint of sweetness; and Footsteps Falco, an American IPA that has a little bit of oats tossed in for a more full feel, and a whole replacement team of Mosaic and Falconer’s Flight hops. Hoop Tea is an alcoholic tea beverage that is brewed with purified water, tealeaves, organic cane sugar and naturally fermented alcohol. Two new flavors are available this summer – white mango and sweet lemon. While you are there, try the crabby guac, made with bacon, jalapenos, onions and cilantro topped with crabmeat and served with homemade tortilla chips. For more on Backshore Brewing Co., visit www.backshorebrew.com. BJ’s on the Water, located at 75th Street and the bay, serves the entire menu from 11 a.m. until 1:30 a.m. Join the party for happy hour Monday through Friday, 4-7 p.m., or late night happy hour Sunday through Thursday, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Happy hour drinks include $2 Miller Lite, Natural Light and Coors See INSIDE Page 51

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Participants of the Chesapeake Ghost Walk gather for a photo in front of Ocean City’s Indian totem pole at the inlet, which is unfortunately rotting from the inside out, last Tuesday evening.

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Chesapeake Ghost Walk tour guide Toni-Ann Perez stands in front of the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum on the Boardwalk at the inlet, last Tuesday evening.

place in Ocean City. “It was built on pilings and withstood when other hotels were washed away by storms,” Perez said. The Shoreham Hotel has a haunted trifecta: a murder, suicide and accidental death in its history. About 10 years after opening, a depressed writer committed suicide on the second floor after returning to the area to relive childhood memories. “Paranormal investigations have sensed a presence and some believe he occupies the second floor,” Perez said. Soap and Suds, now Shenanigan’s, also has a tragic story tied to it. A bel-

ligerent man who kept bothering and taunting a green beret was eventually punched one time in the nose, which was hard enough to kill him. Complaints from staff forced owners to install an automatic light switch in the basement storage facility. “There are still accounts of the light switch not working, things flying off the shelves, employees having a weird feeling, being touched and whispers of your name,” Perez said. “A member of a paranormal team put himself in the room and shortly after began screaming and banging on the door to get out See VISIT Page 50

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Visit rumored haunted OC properties during ghost walk Continued from Page 49 because he couldn’t get it open.” In the late 1980s, a drunk seasonal worker, 23-year-old Betsy, fell to her death from the fourth floor trying to scale the small ledge to a friend’s room on a dare. Betsy’s room is always immaculate, the television turns on and off in addition to the volume rising on its own. The Second Street Plim Plaza hotel or Plimhimmon Hotel, as it was known in 1894 when Rosalie Tilghman Shreve built and named the structure, is the next tour stop. Shreve has never left according to employees who have someone there to help with tasks when it gets busy. They have found silverware already wrapped, dirty tables all fixed back up and a single lollipop appeared when an employee was looking for one. Housekeepers run low, but never run out of toiletry items. “One night a server forgot to place an order and it was a mean table,” Perez said. “When she realized and ran to the kitchen, the order was already placed and ready to serve.” In addition, Shreve has been spotted wearing a long white skirt walking back and forth in the middle of winter on the sectioned off porch of the Plim Plaza. Also during wintertime, when the hotel is closed, lights come on in different rooms and then they change later on. The Tarry-A-While House or the current home of the Ocean City Development Corporation on Dorchester Street was once home to troubled 21year-old Calvin Cropper. Late one summer night he walked past his mother and brother on the porch, locked himself in his room, lit a cigarette and shot himself in the head after childhood friend, Savannah Dennis, refused to marry him. To this day, people can smell cigarette smoke on the second floor and occasionally the rocking chairs outside will rock violently even though no one is around. The Atlantic Hotel started the ghostly history in Ocean City when it opened last Monday, 141 years ago with

400 rooms, a ballroom, dining room and billiard room, tailored to the elite. Charles Purnell bought the Wicomico Street property in 1923 after it had fallen into disrepair, a devastating fire destroyed the hotel a few years later and a smaller version was put up, the same structure seen today. “He was very dedicated and loving with so much pride,” Perez said. “The hotel has guests returning every year for the last 30 and it is still run the way Dr. Purnell would have wanted it to— like a big family.” Guests should not be alarmed if they see an older man with glasses [Purnell] or an unidentified child in a blue dress since they are common ghosts at the hotel. An electrician working on the elevator noticed a shoeprint in the dust one day, there are cold spots throughout the hotel and although the room doors are propped open during the offseason for circulation, employees always catch people standing in the rooms who suddenly disappear once they get a closer look. An old mirror in the lobby has been known to show ghosts in the background and chairs have been pushed back into place while workers left to grab an item they needed. The next stop was Henry’s Hotel, which was built to house AfricanAmericans who worked at the Atlantic Hotel. “Due to segregation laws, the black workforce could work in the hotels on the Boardwalk, but couldn’t stay the night,” Perez said. Charles Henry bought the hotel, on the corner of Baltimore and South Division Street, in 1926 and made sure to engross the community by adding a restaurant, laundry mat and jazz club across the street. “He engaged the community and offered entertainment,” Perez said. “It was a happening place and became so popular, white people came to party too.” Some black entertainers who stayed at the hotel include Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, County Basie and a young James Brown.

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Pearl Bonner purchased the property in 1964, put her daughters to work for college tuition money and ran the hotel until she died in 2003. During quiet moments on Baltimore Avenue, people have heard music and laughter coming from inside the vacant hotel and a person who vanishes when visitors try to get a closer look has been spotted on the front porch. “A resident fisherman calls Henry’s a strange place and describes it as empty, but not empty,” Perez said. A Baltimore Sun article said Bonner made sure her guests were back by 2 a.m. and would often wait on the porch outside to see that they returned on time. Tour guides say Henry’s Hotel is the best place for participants to capture abnormalities in pictures during the tour. Next on the walk was the rich history at Trimper’s and its famous carousel, which has not moved from its original spot since it was purchased in 1912, “even when flood waters were up to the knees of animals.” Also, it’s the oldest carousel in the country. In the 1980s, Granville Trimper met his first wife, Joanne, he talked her into moving to Ocean City with him and the carousel was her favorite. Unfortunately, Joanne died young, which is when a sweet, unusual odor started appearing and no one could figure out what it was until many years later around Christmastime. They discovered the smell coming from the carousel was Joanne’s favorite perfume and to this day visitors can sometimes catch a random whiff of the scent when riding on her dedicated horse, “Forever Joanne.” “The Joanne Trimper story is so beautiful,” Burgoyne said. “While re-

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searching Ocean City about a dozen people mentioned her name, everyone loved her. I didn’t know a horse was named after her until I talked with the Trimper family and coincidences like that make doing this very special.” In addition, Burgoyne’s granddaughter also has gotten a whiff of the perfume. Perez talked about the Rackliffe House on Assateague Island, which has a negative ghostly history, is one of the most haunted places in Worcester County and the location of Ocean City’s second haunted trifecta. Original owner Captain Charles Rackliffe held extravagant parties on the property with dancing and one evening a woman was descending the steps in her ball gown when she tripped, fell and broke her neck. The folklore story continues with his son John Rackliffe, who was murdered by his slaves before his wife died from butter poisoning weeks later. During the War of 1812, a distraught Rackliffe begged for her only son to be spared, he wasn’t and never returned. She committed suicide by hanging herself inside the plantation’s attic. See GHOST Page 51

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Ghost walks available in other towns as well Continued from Page 50 Another tenant who moved in later would hear the piano playing at night, sounds of a party, loud crashes, coughing, crying, phantom horses galloping outside, glass breaking and gunshots. “Sometimes it rains all around Rackliffe house, but nowhere else,” Perez said. “A dinner guest said they didn’t believe in hauntings before the lights turned off and the candles flared a foot.” The last stop, the Ocean City LifeSaving Station at the inlet, opened in 1891 to help distressed vessels during the coldest months of the year. Surfmen were employed in Ocean City from November to March and were tasked with saving people from the freezing water. A child spirit haunts the Ocean City Life-Saving Station, at the southern end of the Boardwalk, by running in seconds before closing and leaving one shoeprint in paint after a fresh coat was put on the stairs. In addition, a couple ghosts have been seen at the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum near the life car on display. A women reportedly saw a white faced deceased sailor in an old slicker sitting inside the life car before the room became freezing cold and smelled of seawater. Ocean City is the most popular out

of Burgoyne’s 10 tours, which she credits to tourists coming down in the summertime. Research for Ocean City’s Ghost Walk was tedious with not much history written down about hauntings. “Glenn Irwin [executive director of the Ocean City Development Corporation] was the one who opened doors and led me to people in town,” Burgoyne said. “I had to take off from my full-time job for two weeks to interview people and visit sites. It’s my favorite tour and I worked the hardest on it.” In addition to Ocean City, ghost lovers can check out walks in Berlin, Snow Hill, Pocomoke City, Easton, Cambridge, Denton, Crisfield, Princess Anne and St. Michaels. Burgoyne has two more in the works in Chincoteague and Salisbury, which she hopes to have up and running by the end of the summer for Halloween and next year. More than a decade ago, Burgoyne moved into her current home in Marion Station with her husband and experienced ghosts and a presence for the first time. “We had never thought about ghosts before moving in and I became curious about the stories,” she said. All of a sudden unexplained noises were heard, footsteps, coughing, objects starting moving, plates flipped off the walls, their dogs barked at nothing

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Light cans, rail and premium drinks are $3.50 and house wine is $4.50. Happy hour food includes hot fingers and fries for $5.99 and pork barbecue sliders for $7.99. Friday, July 8, catch Full Circle, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, July 9 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Overtime will take the stage. BJ’s happy hour deck party happens Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m. There is no cover charge. To keep up to date with everything happening at BJ’s on the Water, visit www.bjsonthewater.com. Bourbon Street on the Beach, 116th Street, has happy hour every day, that includes $2 Natural Light, $2.50 drafts, $3.50 rail drinks, $5 house wine and margaritas, $6 hurricanes and crushes. Food specials include $1 oysters, $8 char grilled oysters, $9 wings

and $8 half-pound burgers. Entertainment for the weekend kicks off with OHO, 4-7 p.m. Friday, July 8, followed by Jack Worthington, 8-11 p.m. July 9 hear Randy Lee Ashcraft, 7-11 p.m. Sunday, listen to Just Jay, 4-7 p.m., followed by Taylor Knox, 9 p.m. to midnight. Tuesday, July 12 Tear the Roof Off plays 6-10 p.m., and Wednesday, enjoy Walt Farozic, 6-9 p.m., followed by open mic, 9 p.m. to midnight. Thursday, catch Chris Button, 7-10 p.m. For more information, call 443664-2896. Carousel Hotel, 118th Street, has summer 2016 family theme nights. Sunday is Italian Night with a halfpriced regular large cheese pizza or build-your-own pasta bowl for $12.95. Monday is Mexican Fiesta Night with a build-you-own taco and See INSIDE Page 52

and it became scary when a globe fell off a chandelier and crashed into a bouquet of Valentine’s Day roses. “Our grandchildren would not stay at our house,” Burgoyne said. Her haunted house led to research by interviewing locals, visiting libraries for regional history books or newspaper articles and she utilized the folklore collection at the Nabb Research Center at Salisbury University. Burgoyne continued to collect tales, researched town history and developed a popular book full of stories about 26 different haunted sites in the nine counties throughout Maryland. “Once I talk with someone they usually lead me to somewhere else and only places that have several unrelated sources at different times are used in my tours and books,” Burgoyne said. “It’s amazing how these stories unfold, wow it’s really something.” One of her novels, “Haunted Eastern Shore: Ghostly Tales from East of the Chesapeake” built her a following in the community and she was constantly being asked if she did ghost tours. By 2010, bus tours started taking place on the Eastern Shore and the following January it was decided to try out a walk. “Our Cambridge walking tour sold out three times in a row with 60 people a night taking everything in with

snow on the ground,” Burgoyne said. By 2013, 10 walks were researched, developed and conducted for visitors to experience. Burgoyne led 40 ghost walks that year. “Every single one sold out until Halloween,” Burgoyne said. The following year, Burgoyne hired six tour guides and an administrator to help with the popular tours. “In 2014, we put on 160 ghost tours and served more than 10,000 customers,” Burgoyne said. “It’s amazing how much it grew.” Last year, Burgoyne and her tour guides put on more than 600 tours with 8,000 guests, which was an average of 15 people per tour. This year, they have tripled their presence in Ocean City, usually having two tours a night, three days a week. Chesapeake Ghost Tours take place year-round and the offseason will feature a mix of bus and walking tours. “It’s great family entertainment from the best storytellers around,” Burgoyne said. “When you’re done, you will know Ocean City from being up close, walking through and hearing stories. It imprints in your memory and Ocean City will become an old friend.” Tours cost $15 for adults and $9 for children 8-12 years old. Advanced registration is recommended on www.chesapeakeghostwalks.com. Call 443-735-0771 for more information.

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Friday kick start your weekend with live entertainment provided by Darin Engh, noon to 4 p.m., followed by John LaMere, 5-9 p.m. Saturday, catch Joe Smooth and John Remy, noon to 4 p.m. and hear Poole and the Gang, 59 p.m. Sunday, July 10, enjoy the musical styling of the Zion Reggae Trio, noon to 3 p.m., and don’t miss out on Old School playing 4-8 p.m. For more on Coconuts, visit www.castleinthesand.com/oceancity-md-coconuts.php. Coins Restaurant and Pub, located on 28th Street, has happy hour daily, 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include $2 domestic drafts, $2.75 domestic bottles, $3.50 rails, and happy hour food includes $7 halfpound steamed shrimp/mussels and $6 wings. Coins offer a special dinner menu for early birds daily from 4-6 p.m. Check out Coins lunch and dinner menus at www.coinspub.com. The Cove at Ocean Pines Yacht Club, 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, offers specials and entertainment throughout the summer. The Cove has lunch, dinner, a variety of drinks and a

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Stopping by M.R. Ducks on Talbot Street on July 4, from left, are Kyrra Lewandowsai, Matt Grice, Kristina Garret, Caitlin Regan and Sarah Sharkey.

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pant is $5, and teams should be no more than two. Bob Hughes plays every Friday, 5-9 p.m. Check out Duffy’s happenings at www.DuffysOC.com. At Fager’s Island, 60th Street and the bay, enjoy Island Time, Tuesday through Sunday, 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include $5 crushes, $5 martinis, $5 Fager’s Island wines; two-for-one rail drinks, domestic beers and Coronas. There is also a $5 food menu featuring four wings and Island fries, four buffalo tenders (hot or plain), fish taco with side salad, garden burger, powerhouse wrap, three fried oysters and Island fries, and fried zucchini strips. Friday, July 8, hear the Stims on the deck at 5 p.m., followed by DJ Louie T at 9 p.m. Here’s to the Night will be rocking the stage at 10 p.m. Saturday, Blind Wind is on the deck at 2 p.m., followed by Sons of Pirates at 5 p.m. DJ Denial will be spinning on the deck at 9 p.m. Catch Here’s to the Night on the stage again at 10 p.m. Sunday, Everett Spells will be playing his musical jazz tunes during brunch. Blind Wind will play his beautiful harmonic styling again at 2 p.m., followed by local band Colossal Fossil Sauce at 5:30 p.m. and DJ Muve spinning at 9:30 p.m. Hear Separate Waves on stage at 9:30 p.m. DJ Wax will kick off Fager’s Monday deck party at 5:30 p.m., followed by DJ RobCee at 9:30 p.m. Listen to Goodman Fiske on the stage at 10 p.m. Fenwick Crabhouse, 100 Coastal Highway Fenwick, offers a variety of seafood favorites to please your appetite. Happy hour is from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the bar, and includes daily food and drink specials such as small pretzel crab dip for $6.95, shrimp cocktail (five) for $12.95, crab cake sliders for $10.95, fried pickles with boom boom sauce for $4.95 as well as $5 Orange Crushes and Bloody Mary’s, $3 martinis, $2 Yuengling and Pabst pints and $2.50 Miller Lite pints/Natural Light 25-ounce cans. To place a carryout order, call See INSIDE Page 54

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302-539-2500. At Fish Tales Bar & Grill, 22nd Street, bayside, the kitchen is open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and the bar, 11a.m.-2 a.m. Happy hour is from 36 p.m., and dinner is served 5-11 p.m. daily. Get $3 craft and import beers, $5 Orange Crushes and Redbull bombs during Good Tunes Tuesdays from 10 p.m to close. Wednesday night is Natty Night with 75-cent drafts and $2.50 well drinks, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Check out the Bloody Mary bar on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. New food and beverage items have been added to the menu this year. There is also a new and exciting pirate-themed play area for children. Bring the kids to Fish Tales for a fun dining experience for the whole family. Call 410-289-7438 for more information. For all things Fish Tales and Bahia Marina, go to www.ocfishtales.com. Frog Bar & Grill, located at the Inlet Village, 806 S. Atlantic Ave., has great all-day drink specials including $1.75 Natural Light, $2.50 Bud Light bottles, $3 Froggy Shooters and $5 Orange Crushes. Breakfast is served 8-11 a.m. with a full menu offered. Happy hour is 3-6 p.m. and includes $1 off appetizers, $2 domestic drafts and $4.99

frozen drinks. To hear more about Frog Bar & Grill, call 410-289-3764. Harborside Bar & Grill, 12841 S. Harbour Rd. West Ocean City, has happy hour Monday through Friday, 47 p.m. Specials include $2 rail drinks (plus $1 for grapefruit/orange juice), $2 domestic bottles and drafts and $5.50 Orange Crushes. Every Monday is locals “Monday Funday.” Enjoy 16-ounce Coors Light, Miller Lite drafts and Natural Light cans, $1.50 plus tax, all day and night. Friday, July 8, DJ Billy T begins at 4 p.m. for Ladies Night. Saturday, July 9, hear Simple Truth or Side Project, 2-6 p.m. and DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday, July 10, Opposite Directions will play from 2-6 p.m. and DJ Billy T starts at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Blake Haley will play 4-7 p.m., followed by DJ Billy T starting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 12, catch Funk Shue from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Wednesday, July 13, Karaoke with DJ Jeremy is 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Thursday, July 14, Opposite Directions performs 8 p.m. to midnight. For all things from the home of the Original Orange Crush, visit www.weocharborside.com. Stop by Harpoon Hanna’s in Fenwick Island, Delaware, off Route 54, and try its exclusive house beer, RAR Deep Brew Pale Ale, a medium bodied

pale ale with refreshing citrus notes, a slightly malty sweetness, and a balanced hop finish, 5.5 percent ABV. Happy hour is Monday through Friday, 3-7 p.m. and the Tiki Bar is open daily, weather permitting. Entertainment Friday, July 8, kicks off with Dave Hawkins, 5-10 p.m., followed by DJ Nuke’m, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, July 9, Dave Sherman performs, 5-10 p.m., followed by DJ Nuke’m, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday, July 10, hear Kayla Kroh, 2-6 p.m., and catch Kevin Poole, 6-10 p.m. For more entertainment and specials, visit harpoonhannasrestaurant.com. Macky’s, 54th Street and the bay, offers happy hour in the bar and cocktail area daily from 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include traditional drafts and cans for $3, premium drafts and cans are $4.25, rail drinks, $3.75, and call drinks, $4.50. Entertainment for the week begins with DJ Casper at 10 p.m., Friday, July 8. Saturday, July 9, DJ Cowboy spins at 10 p.m. Sunday, July 10, hear Steel Drummer Jimmy G, noon to 4 p.m. and Let’s Do Trivia is at 9 p.m. For more, visit www.Mackys.com. Marina Deck, Wild Pony Bar, located on Dorchester Street, has daily happy hour food and drink specials from 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include $2.25 Bud Light, Coors Light and

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Inside going out Taylor Sloan O.C. Wasabi, located on 33rd Street, has happy hour food specials including $6 shrimp and pork dumplings, and drink specials include $2 Natural Light, $2.50 domestic bottles, $3 rails, and $5.50 craft beers from 4-7 p.m. O.C. Wasabi accepts dinner reservations; call 410-524-7337. Phillips Crab House, 21st Street, has award-winning crab cakes and seafood. Phillips offers an early bird special of $4 off an adult entrée of $20 or more, 4-5 p.m. Monday through Friday. To hear everything Phillips Crab House has to offer, call 410-2896821. Phillips Seafood House, 141st Street, offers a variety of seafood items to please and a great happy hour that runs until 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and until close on Sunday. Enjoy a fresh catch menu featuring local fish, seafood and steamed crabs; crab cakes Hoopers Island style; and a raw bar with local oysters. Enjoy food specials in the bar, lounge or patio all night, every night with buck a shuck oysters, and $1.50 Natural Light and Natty Boh cans. Happy hour drinks available at the bar, lounge or patio include $2.50 domestic drafts and bottles, $3 wine and sangria, $3 spirits, $4 craft drafts and $5 crushes. Phillips opens at 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 3:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more specials, call 410-250-1200 or visit PhillipsSeafood.com. Ropewalk Ocean City, on the bay at 82nd Street, is open 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 11:30 a.m. to midnight, Friday; 10 a.m. to 2 a.m., Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday. Ropewalk offers happy hour everyday, all day and night. Food specials include half-price wings and bada bing shrimp. Also, get $2 off draft beers, $2.50 select domestics, $4 Slushies, wines and rails, and $5.50 crushes. For more specials, visit www.ropewalkoc.com or call 410-524-1009. Seacrets Bar and Grill, 49th Street and the bay, has new happy hour specials for summer 2016 (not valid on Saturday or holidays.) Monday through Friday and Sunday, domestic can beers are $4. The house beer, TropicAle, brewed by Evolution Craft Brewing Company, is $4 and craft drafts from Dogfish Head, Burley Oak, Fin City and Evolution Craft Brewing Company are $5. Seacrets Spirits and craft beers are $5, and frozen Pain in de Ass, Rum Runner and Orange Crushes are $6. Sunday is Rum Day. Any rum beverage, including Seacrets specialty Big Bamboo, is only $5 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Come to Seacrets to try its new bourbon and grapefruit vodka from Seacrets Distilling Company. Friday, July 8, prepare to be entertained by the Jim Long Band, 5-9 p.m., followed by Jah Works, 9 p.m. to 1

a.m., on the beach stage. Lost in Paris will rock Morley Hall, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, July 2, hear Digital Get Down on the beach stage, 1-5 p.m., followed by Captain Jack, 5- 9 p.m. Enjoy your favorite Jim Long contests between 6-8 p.m. on the beach. Catch Jah Works again on the beach stage from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Joe Bachman and the Tailgaters will play 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. in Morley Hall. Sunday, July 3, the Jim Long Band will be on stage, 5-9 p.m. Storm will take the tiki stage at 9 p.m. Garden State Radio will rock the nightclub at 10 p.m. For more entertainment, visit www.Seacrets.com. Skye Bar, 66th Street, features a raw bar, lite fare, fresh seafood and steaks, creative cocktails and an award-winning wine list. Happy hour is 3-6 p.m. daily, and includes $1 oysters from the raw bar and food and drink specials. Friday, July 8, catch Test Kitchen performing, 4-8 p.m. and Saturday, July 2, hear Elwood Bishop Duo. For Skye Bar’s menu and entertainment schedule, visit www.skyebaroc.com. Sunset Grille, 12933 Sunset Ave., opens at 11 a.m. daily. Happy hour is at the bar from 3-7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Teasers Dockside Bar & Grill is also open daily. Specials include $3.75 rail mixed drinks, $5.50 selected premium mixed drinks (Seacrets Spiced Rum, Absolut Citron, Tanqueray, Bacardi Anejo, Wild Turkey 81, Seagrams 7), $3.75 selected bottled beer (Sierra Nevada, Red Stripe, Miller Lite, Coors Light, Budweiser), $6 crushes and $5 glass of wine (Cabernet, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio). Touch of Italy, 67th Street, now features the late night Soprano bar/café every Tuesday at 9 p.m., Bryan Russo, a well-known musician, and friend(s) will entertain guests at the Ocean City location. Touch of Italy offers a New Yorkstyle deli, and Italian marketplace with specialties straight from the Bronx. Walk around and you are in a quaint Italian restaurant with bar and fire brick oven. There are delicious, Italian homemade recipes with popular, huge portions of chicken parmigiana, seafood fra diavola and raviolis, as well as salads, gluten free choices and vegan-inspired recipes also. There is something for the entire family. Come for a nightcap in the bar with cappuccino and a cannoli, biscotti, chocolate éclair, or Italian cookies all made in Touch of Italy local bakery. For more information or reservations, call 410-524-5252. I hope everyone had an amazing Fourth of July weekend. The thunderstorms were a bummer, but the rain did not stop me from having a great time with my friends. If you have an event coming up you would like me to highlight in Inside Going Out, please send me an email, Taylor@OceanCityToday.net.

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Josephine McCarthy, left, and Nina Kukuckova attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Phillips Crab House on 20th Street last Tuesday.

Joanna Phillips, left, joins Lynda and Mike Bassett for a photo at the ribbon-cutting event for Phillips Crab House on 20th Street last Tuesday. Phillips company celebrates 60 years in 2016.

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Sal Fasano, left, Melanie Pursel and Brian Shane gather for a photo during the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Phillips Crab House on 20th Street, June 28.

Friends, from left, Mike Trader, Joe Smith, Abby Hastings and Jeremy Brink get ready to chug-aduck at M.R. Ducks, located on Talbot Street, July 4.

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Matthew Stockley, left, represents Backshore Brewing Company with Nathan Todd, during Pickles Pub’s Pineapple Palooza on June 29 at the Eighth Street restaurant. The event benefits Believe in Tomorrow Children’s House By The Sea on 66th Street, which provides a free getaway to the beach for critically ill children and their families whenever they may need to escape the stresses of their child’s illness.

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Pickles Pub owners Brittney and Justin Acita, and bartender, Jessica Purdy, right, pose for a photo during Pineapple Palooza, benefiting Believe in Tomorrow Children’s House By The Sea, June 29, at the Eighth Street restaurant.

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) Imagine jamming out to favorite tunes while watching the sun set over the bay, which is the experience visitors receive while attending Sunset Park party nights on Thursdays at South Division Street next to the Ocean City Coast Guard Station. The free concerts begin at 7 p.m. and run until approximately 9 p.m. with beverages available for purchase from the Ocean City Recreation Boosters, including beer and wine. All proceeds benefit local youth programs in the resort. “It’s a great way to see the beautiful area downtown and the music is always good,” said Glenn Irwin, executive director of the Ocean City Development Corporation, which co-sponsors the event with the Town of Ocean City. “The attendance figures are increasing every year and some become crowded depending on the band and weather.” The first concert of the summer was slated to take place yesterday with Eclipse: a Journey tribute band, followed by Island Fusion and their steel drums on July 14. Lauren Glick and the Moodswingers will rock out on July 21 and bluesman Tom Larsen will entertain the crowd on July 28. An Ocean City favorite, the British Invasion Experience, brings Beatles music to Sunset Park on Aug. 4 followed by

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NOW PLAYING BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-7575 www.bjsonthewater.com July 8: Full Circle, 9 p.m. July 9: Over Time, 9 p.m. July 14: Elwood Bishop Duo, 8 p.m. BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH 116th Street, behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium Ocean City 443-664-2896 www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com Every Tuesday: Charlie Z, 6-10 p.m. Every Wednesday: Open Mic, 9 p.m. to midnight Every Thursday: Chris Button, 7-10 p.m. July 8: OHO, 3-7 p.m.; Jack Worthington, 8-11 p.m. July 9: Randy Lee Ashcraft and the Saltwater Cowboys, 8-11 p.m. BUDDY’S CRABS & RIBS Wicomico Street and the bay Ocean City 410-289-0500 www.buddysoc.com July 8: Bad Since Breakfast, 6-9 p.m. July 9: Kaleb Brown, 6-9 p.m. July 10: Kaleb Brown, 5-9 p.m. CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th St. & Baltimore Ave. Ocean City 410-289-7192 www.captainstableoc.com Every Thursday-Tuesday: Phil Perdue, 5:30 p.m. CAROUSEL PATIO BAR AND GRILL In the Carousel Hotel 118th Street and the ocean Ocean City 410-524-1000 www.carouselhotel.com July 8: Lennon & the Leftovers, 2-6 p.m. July 9: Pearl, 2-6 p.m. July 10: Dave Sherman, 2-6 p.m. July 11: Kaleb Brown, 2-6 p.m. July 13: Tommy Edward, 2-6 p.m. July 14: DJ Jeremy, 7-10:30 p.m. CASINO AT OCEAN DOWNS 10218 Racetrack Road Berlin 410-641-0600 www.oceandowns.com July 8: Sol Knopf, 5:30-9:30 p.m. July 9: Tear the Roof Off, 4:30-8:30 p.m.; Everett Spells, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. COCONUTS BEACH BAR AND GRILL In the Castle in the Sand Hotel 37th Street oceanfront Ocean City 410-289-6846 www.castleinthesand.com July 8: Darin Engh, noon to 4 p.m.; John LaMere, 5-9 p.m. July 9: Joe Smooth & John Remy, noon to 4 p.m.; Poole & The Gang, 5-9 p.m. July 10: Zion Reggae Trio, noon to 3 p.m.; Old School, 4-8 p.m. July 11: Nate Clendenen Solo, noon to 3 p.m.; Bob Wilkinson, Joe Smooth & Pete, 4-8 p.m. July 12: Paige Stevenson, noon to 2 p.m.; The Poole Brothers, 3-7 p.m. July 13: Monkee Paw Duo, noon to 3 p.m.; Chris Button & Joe Mama, 4-8 p.m. July 14: Kevin Poole Solo, noon to 3 p.m.; The Poole Brothers, 4-8 p.m. COINS 28th Street and Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-289-3100 www.coinspub.com July 9: Thin Ice, 9 p.m. DUFFY’S TAVERN 130th Street in the Montego Bay Shopping Center 410-250-1449

www.duffysoc.com July 8: Bob Hughes, 5-9 p.m. DUNES MANOR 28th Street, Oceanfront Ocean City 410-289-1100 www.dunesmanor.com Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday: Shirley Toms, 7-11 p.m. Every Wednesday and Thursday: Elsworth Wheatley FAGER’S ISLAND 60th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-5500 www.fagers.com July 8: The Stims, 5 p.m.; DJ Louie T, 9 p.m.; Here’s to the Night, 10 p.m. July 9: Blind Wind, 2 p.m.; Sons of Pirates, 5 p.m.; DJ Dnial, 9 p.m.; Here’s to the Night, 10 p.m. July 10: Everett Spells, 10 a.m. brunch; Blind Wind, 2 p.m.; Colossal Fossil Sauce, 5:30 p.m.; DJ Muve, 9:30 p.m.; Separate Ways, 9:30 p.m. July 11: DJ Wax, 5:30 p.m.; DJ RobCee, 9:30 p.m.; GoodMan Fiske, 10 p.m. July 12: Zion Reggae Band, 5:30 p.m.; DJ Hook, 9:30 p.m. July 13: DJ Greg, 5:30 p.m. July 14: Nate Clendenen, 5:30 p.m.; DJ RobCee, 9:30 p.m.; Jah People, 9:30 p.m.

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82nd Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-1009 www.ropewalkoc.com July 8: Steve Ports, 4-8 p.m.; Bryen O’Boyle of Mr. Greengenes, 10:30 p.m. July 9: Bob Brotto, noon to 8 p.m.; DJ Buddha, 10 p.m. July 10: Bob Brotto, noon to 7 p.m.; DJ Papa Roisterous, 10 p.m. July 11: Nautical Wheelers, 4-8 p.m. July 12: Pat O’Brennan, 4-8 p.m. July 13-14: John LaMere, 4-8 p.m.

MACKY’S BAYSIDE BAR & GRILL 53rd Street and Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-723-5565 www.mackys.com July 8: DJ Casper, 10 p.m. July 9: DJ Cowboy, 10 p.m. July 10: Steel Drummer Jimmy G, noon to 4 p.m.; DJ Vybe, 10 p.m. July 12: Redneck Ball Theme Night w/DJ Cowboy, 10 p.m. July 13: DJ Wax, 10 p.m. July 14: DJ Casper, 10 p.m.

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49th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-4900 www.seacrets.com July 8: Jim Long Band, 5-9 p.m.; Jah Works, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Lost in Paris, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. July 9: Digital Getdown, 1-5 p.m.; Captain Jack, 5-9 p.m.; Jim Long Contests, 6-8 p.m.; Jah Works, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Joe Bachman & The Tailgaters, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. July 10: Jim Long Band, 5-9 p.m.; S.T.O.R.M., 9 p.m .to 1 a.m.; Garden State Radio, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. July 11: Full Circle, 5-9 p.m.; Tribal Seeds, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.; S.T.O.R.M., 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. July 12: Opposite Directions, 5-9 p.m.; Nature’s Child, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; The Vigilantes, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. July 13: Full Circle, 5-9 p.m.; Nature’s Child, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m; The Rockets, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. July 14: Rew Smith, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Go Go Gadget, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Innasense, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

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In the Fenwick Inn 13801 Coastal Highway Ocean City 443-664-4008 www.fenwickinn.com July 9: Sarah Bernstein, 5-8 p.m. July 13: Sarah Bernstein, 5-8 p.m.

Fourth Street and the Boardwalk in the Shoreham Hotel 410-289-7181 www.ocshenanigans.com July 8-9: Ray & Jenn from Dublin 5, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. July 10-11: Cutting Edge Dueling Pianos, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. July 13: The Pips, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. July 14: Marty McKernan, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 S. Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-1846 www.ocharborside.com July 8: DJ Billy T, 4 p.m. July 9: Simple Truth/Side Project, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. July 10: Opposite Directions, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Billy T, 6:30 p.m. July 11: Blake Haley, 4 p.m.; DJ Billy T, 7 p.m. July 12: Funk Shue, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. July 13: Karaoke w/DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. July 14: Opposite Directions, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. HARPOON HANNA’S Route 54 and the bay Fenwick Island, Del. 800-227-0525 302-539-3095 www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com July 8: Dave Hawkins, 5-10 p.m.; DJ Nuke’m, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. July 9: Dave Sherman, 5-10 p.m.; DJ Nuke’m, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. July 10: Kayla Kroh, 2-6 p.m.; Kevin Poole, 6-10 p.m. July 11: Dave Hawkins, 5-10 p.m.; Johnny Wilson, 10 p.m. July 12: Kevin Poole, 5-9 p.m.; Karaoke, 9 p.m. July 13: Dave Sherman, 5-9 p.m.; Karaoke, 9 p.m. July 14: Kayla Kroh, 5-9 p.m.; Kevin McCove, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

MICKY FINS 12952 Inlet Isle Lane West Ocean City 410-213-9033 www.ocmickyfins.com July 8: Poole Brothers, 6 p.m. July 9-10: Chris Diller, 7 p.m. July 11: Animal House, 5 p.m. July 14: Wes Davis, 5 p.m.

OC FISH COMPANY 12817 Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-2525 July 8: Garrett & Lyndia, 1 p.m.; Bettenroo, 6 p.m. July 10: Side Project, 2 p.m. July 11: Sean Loomis, 6 p.m. July 12: Murphy’s Law, 6 p.m. July 13: Kaleb Brown, 1 p.m.; Mickey Justice, 6 p.m. July 14: Chris English, 6 p.m. OCEAN CLUB NIGHTCLUB In the Horizons Restaurant In the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel 101st Street and the ocean Ocean City 410-524-3535 www.clarionoc.com Every Wednesday-Sunday: DJ Dusty, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. July 8-9: Illuzion, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. July 13-14: Power Play, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Lenny’s Beach Bar July 8-17: Illuzion, 4-9 p.m.

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KY WEST RESTAURANT & BAR 54th Street Ocean City 443-664-2836 www.kywestoceancity.com July 8: Bill Dixon, 6:30-10:30 p.m. July 9: DJ Rhoadie, 5 p.m.

SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE 66th Street, bayside Ocean City 410-723-6762 www.skyebaroc.com July 8: Kayla Kroh, 4-8 p.m. July 9: Elwood Bishop Duo, 4-8 p.m. SUNSET PARK South Philadelphia Avenue Ocean City 410-250-0125 www.ococean.com/events July 14: Free Concert, Island Fusion, Steel Drums THE COVE AT OCEAN PINES YACHT CLUB 1 Mumford’s Landing Road Ocean Pines 410-641-7501 www.oceanpines.org July 8: On the Edge 6 p.m. July 9: Monkee Paw, 6 p.m. TOUCH OF ITALY 67th Street and Coastal Highway, in the Holiday Inn Oceanfront Ocean City 302-703-3090 July 12: Piano Bar w/Bryan Russo, 9 p.m. WHISKER’S BAR & GRILL 11070 Cathell Road, Suite 17 Pines Plaza, Ocean Pines 443-365-2576 www.whiskersbar.com July 8: Karaoke w/Donnie Berkey, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Crush favorite toppings to roll ice cream in Continued from Page 57 Black Raspberry Crunch, and Bourbon Brown Butter are still standard choices for someone who is addicted to the daily sins of pleasure. I do not say a word as I privately devour the rich dessert that is reputed to have been made in China as long as 3000 BC. At first, iced cream as it was originally called, was simply a mere cream, perhaps sweetened, and set in a pot nestling in ice for cooling down purposes. The tantalizing treat arrived in Europe via Italy during the 13th century. Britain had to wait until the late 17th century before it graced their menus. Records indicate it was actually the French who experimented and refined the dessert to a level similar to what we know today as ice cream. Guests of the French Court of Louis XIV regularly partook of whimsical flavors such as apricot, violet, rose and chocolate. Little did they know that a culinary sensation was in the making. According to Love Affair with Ice Cream, ice cream was a luxury and graced the tables of the well-to-do globally. America was no exception. Gov. Blandon of Maryland entertained quite often at his estate. An excerpt from one of Blandon’s guest’s diary (1744) noted in detail his infatuation with the chilled dessert and the fact

that it was served with fresh strawberries. Moving on the pages of history continue to turn and new chapters besiege the primitive desire for testing and the swapping of tradition. There are some that would consider this to be rather indulging indeed. But gastronomic creations are meant for endearment and chefs never forget their oath to please. Fried ice cream is a delectable diversion from the conventional train of thought. As the queen of contrast, I am in awe that the philosophy of fried ice cream actually works. The dessert is commonly made by taking a scoop of ice cream frozen well below the temperature at which ice cream is generally kept. Then it is coated with a raw egg, breaded, and quickly deep-fried forming a warm, crispy shell around the ice cream that is still very cold. There are conflicting stories about the dessert’s origin. According to Wikipedia, some claim that it was first served during the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair. But in 1894, a Philadelphia company was given credit for its invention describing “A small, solid cake of ice cream that is enveloped in a thin sheet of pie crust and then dipped into boiling lard or butter to cook the outside crisp.” Then there are those who believe Japanese tempura restaurants first

started this trend. One thing is for sure; its popularity soared when the Mexican restaurant chain, Chi-Chi’s, began serving it as its signature dessert. Frying ice cream in a home kitchen can be a problematic task. May I suggest a much easier method that has similar textures without all the fuss and complexities of fried ice cream. Scoops of ice cream rolled in toppings such as toasted nuts, crushed animal crackers, pretzels, Oreos, graham crackers, crushed cereal, mini chocolate chips, mini peanut butter chips, coconut flakes, sprinkles and different spices add to the feast of possibilities. In other words, the list goes on. One does not have to fry to develop texture. The following recipe is incredibly easy to make, is ideal to make in advance for celebratory occasions, and is very kid friendly. When preparing fried ice cream without frying, think in terms of flavor, color and texture. You can even expand the theme and offer a small buffet of sauces and extra toppings. There is one important thing to remember when preparing this dessert. Manipulating your ice cream in any way warms it, so you need to be fast and get the finished product back into the freezer as soon as possible. In summation, if you ever have the opportunity to try fried ice cream, I

highly recommend it. But if one is looking for similar results without the hassle, give fried ice cream without frying a try. Just remember to pair the flavors of the dessert with the theme of the main course. Enjoy!

Fried Ice Cream without Frying Ingredients favorite ice cream favorite toppings wax paper 1. Scoop your ice cream into even scoops. Presentation is very important in this dish. 2. Scoop ice cream directly onto the wax paper-lined baking sheet. 3. Place baking sheet with ice cream scoops into the freezer for at least 1 hour. 4. Crush your favorite toppings. If you chose nuts, make sure you toast them. 5. Place individual toppings into individual shallow bowls. Roll each ball of ice cream in them so the entire circumference is evenly coated. 6. Place flavored ice cream scoops on a clean wax paper-lined baking sheet. Cover with tin foil and freeze until ready to serve. Secret Ingredient - Failure. “Failure isn’t fatal, not failure to change might be.” — John Wooden

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OC’s Junior Beach Patrol Academy

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Participants get hands-on training from OCBP staff during educational program (July 8, 2016) On Tuesday, the Ocean City Beach Patrol kicked off another summer of Junior Beach Patrol Academy with children gaining hands-on training and experience in the surf during the four-day educational program. “Kids are learning how to use the ocean safely with professional instructors and educators that are used to working with young kids,” said Ocean City Beach Patrol Lt. Ward Kovacs, director of the academy. “They are outside in the ocean and on the beach. The kids look up to the guards and it makes them feel good to learn what the guards can do too.”

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The academy has prepared a number of lifeguards, known as Surf Rescue Technicians, who currently sit in the stands on Ocean City’s beach. “The Junior Beach Patrol Academy has become our best recruiting tool,” Kovacs said. “We have more and more people who came from the junior beach patrol program getting into leadership positions from a crew chief to our coordinator.” This summer, more than 200 youth ages 10-17 will participate in the academy during a six-week period. The program is designed for various skill levels, that way returning campers can continue their surf rescue education every summer. “It is nice they don’t have to go all summer—it’s a one-week session,” Kovacs said. “Kids also have the option, depending on their age, to complete multiple levels, all in one summer. There are kids who come three weeks out of the summer.” Generally, half of participants are residents and the others come from all over. “In one session, we had a kid from Florida, Washington state, California, Maine and Ohio—covering all four corners,” Kovacs said. First-year Junior Beach Patrol Academy participants learn about rescue buoys, safety information and a little bit about semaphore flag

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communication whereas secondyear returnees study landline rescues and third-year students gain experience with paddleboards, Kovacs said. The fourth year is the crew chief level where students are in a leadership position and are responsible for taking charge of a team, he said. After completing these levels, participants can apply for a paid position as an assistant instructor and some eventually go on to join the Ocean City Beach Patrol. The Junior Beach Patrol program started about 19 years ago and grows each summer, Kovacs said. Several afternoon camps will take place to accommodate more participants and there will be half a dozen one-day sessions on Thursday afternoons this year. “One-day sessions are for kids in town that can’t register for four days, but still want to participate,” Kovacs said. “They are also nice for kids who aren’t sure. It gives them an introduction.” The Junior Beach Patrol Academy is a four-day program and runs from 8-11:30 a.m. every Tuesday through Friday, now through Aug. 12. The six Thursday sessions take place from 15 p.m. each week. Children ages 1017 must know how to swim to participate. See FOUR- Page 61

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The first group of youth participating in the summer Junior Beach Patrol Academy in Ocean City gather downtown on Tuesday morning.

Help MCBP with planting flowers and native shrubs

(July 8, 2016) Join the Maryland Coastal Bays Program, Saturday, July 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the MCBP office to plant native shrubs and flowers at the Ilia Fehrer Nature Preserve to help increase habitat value for local wildlife and to enhance the site. The Ilia Fehrer Nature preserve is a 441-acre forested area located on Assateague Island Road. This property is owned by Worcester County and was purchased with grants from NOAA’s Coastal and Estuarine Land Conservation Program and the Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Program Open Space. Through an agreement with the county, MCBP is working with its partners including the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, Chesapeake Bay Trust and DNR to restore 60 acres of pine monoculture to deciduous forested wetlands for passive recreational uses such as hiking, bird watching and equestrian trail riding. This property is not yet open to the public and may only be accessed by MCBP’s volunteers. This presents volunteers with an opportunity to see the this site and participate in its restoration first hand. This event is part of MCBP’s 10 Days for the Bays program where a volunteer event is taking place on the second Saturday of each month throughout 2016. For more information and to volunteer, contact Amanda at amandap@mdcoastalbays.org or 410-213-2297 ext. 103. Registering in advance is requested. As this planting is in a forested area, proper attire from shoes/boots that can get dirty and wet to long sleeve shirts and pants to avoid ticks should be considered, as well as bug spray, water and bagged lunch. MCBP is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit dedicated to protecting the five bays behind Ocean City and Assateague Island. Donations make it possible for the organization to continue protecting the coastal bays, and are tax deductible.

Continued from Page 60 “They are designed to help people enjoy the ocean, to learn about beach safety and have fun,” Kovacs said. “We promote good sportsmanship and teamwork. Every day there is a little competition and we mix up the groups of kids.” To sign up for the weekly camp or a Thursday session, visit http://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/recreation-parks/camps/jrbeach-patrol or call Ocean City Recreation and Parks at 410-2500125. The Junior Beach Patrol Program costs $106 for Ocean City residents and $128 for non-residents with Thursday’s sessions costing $30 and $35.

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WALK SMART CAMPAIGN The Town of Ocean City reminds visitors to Walk Smart during a press conference last week at Jolly Roger Amusement Park on 30th Street, where, from left, Ashleigh Sullivan, Becca Mitrione and Tabitha Ernst, help out with the campaign. Ocean City residents and visitors are tasked with naming the Walk Smart crab mascot, right, this summer through a social media poll on Facebook. The iconic Maryland crab lifeguard continues to remind pedestrians to use crosswalks, follow signals and exercise general street smarts with messaging to reach drivers and bicyclists. Visit www.ocwalksmart.com.

TOP ESSAY Worcester Preparatory School fourth grader Isabella Huber is pictured with Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford and President of the Maryland Municipal League, Spencer Schlosnagle, after receiving her award for the Maryland Municipal League’s “If I were Mayor” Essay Contest. Each year, 11 winners from districts around the state are presented with a $100 cash prize and the Governor’s Citation in Annapolis.

DR. HOLLAND VISITS OCES Julie Vorsteg’s Kindergarten class at Ocean City Elementary School was visited by author Dr. Ilona Holland. Dr. Holland is the grandmother of Chloe Holland, a Kindergarten student in Vorsteg’s class. She wrote the book “Buddy Bison’s Yellowstone Adventure.” The students received an autographed copy of the book and a Buddy Bison plush pet for their backpacks.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY Les Munro of Berlin celebrates his 104th birthday on June 15 with lunch at Sunset Grille in West Ocean City. Pictured with Munro are Brad Ely and Jeff McArthur.

The General Levin Winder Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) installed its 2016-2018 officers during a luncheon at the Atlantic Hotel in Berlin on May 18. Patricia Ayers was installed as the new chapter regent by Maryland State Regent Carol Larkin. Other officers installed included Vice Regent Martha Pusey, Chaplain Ann Fowler, Recording Secretary Gail Weldin, Corresponding Secretary Janet Simpson, Treasurer Pat Arata, Registrar Elizabeth Sharpless, Historian Teresa Smith and Special Delegate Joan Chambers. Jennifer McCabe was unable to attend and has been named librarian. Seated, from left, are Maryland State Registrar Anne Meilleur, General Levin Winder Chapter outgoing Regent Barbara May, Larkin and Ayers; and standing, Chambers, Smith, Sharpless, Arata, Simpson, Weldin, Fowler and Pusey.

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Comedians Green, Watson bring laughs to OC

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) The Princess Royale’s Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club will host at least two comedians six nights a week at 9 p.m. until the end of summer. The Jersey boys duo open up about crazy childhoods, marriages, kids and tell stories about struggles in life during a 90-minute or longer show, which all depends on the audience and guest comedians, said Johnny Watson, who is performing alongside Myke Green for their second summer together at the 91st Street hotel. “It all depends on our guest acts. You never know what comics will drop in,” Watson said. “We want people to enjoy themselves and get an extra bang for their buck.” Ken Petrini will be the master of ceremonies and host the joke-off whenever he makes an appearance with his bongos. “He lives in Ocean City during the summer and has brought a different girl to the shows every year,” Watson said. “He is a lawyer turned almost comedian and runs a nonprofit movie theater in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.” The comedy show begins with a joke-off where audience members come on stage to deliver their best joke. A T-shirt and free drink is given to the winner chosen by attendees as the funniest jokester of the night. “It’s interactive and puts audience members in the limelight,” Watson said. “People have a fascination about being on stage and get to be a part of the show before it begins. The joke-off gets the show rolling and the audience votes for the winner, which makes it

fun.” The shows are geared toward adults with some of its content containing topics on dating and divorce, dysfunctional parents, the military, conversation filth or swearing. “It’s a relaxing evening away from the television and drama,” Green said. “You get to laugh in a good environment and forget about everything.” Johnny Watson The Jersey boys are no strangers to the comedic world and have both performed in all 50 states for more than a decade. Watson has been performing for 14 years and credits the Princess Royale comedy shows for helping his career. “This is my fifth summer and it has been great,” Watson said. “A lot of things going on in my career I attribute to being here [performing at the Princess Royale.] It has been great to perform six nights a week. I am a big fan of Ocean City.” Growing up in a self-descaribed dysfunctional family are the punchlines to many jokes including being a poor white kid in a Hispanic neighborhood with a delusional mother. In addition, Watson was married for a brief time to a woman he met three months prior and his current dating life is a popular topic. “The show keeps getting better and better,” Watson said. “We improved the room by adding light blue curtains and brightened everything up. There are more spotlights and pictures of comedians hang on the walls. They took a banquet room and turned it into a com-

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show, but sitting up front is a good thing.” Comedy shows run every night except Sunday, starting at 9 p.m. in the Palmetto Ballroom of the Princess Royale Hotel on 91st Street. Tickets cost $20 per person with two sodas included or $25 with two alcoholic drinks included. The Princess Royale offers a seafood buffet in Schooners Oceanfront restaurant with a couple’s package including two seafood buffets, two tickets to the show and two drinks per person for $99 per couple. Diners are asked to arrive to the buffet no later than 7:30 p.m. The shows lasts roughly an hour and a half and will run through Sept. 3. Though children won’t be turned away, the show contains adult content with a suggested age of 16 and over. For more information, call 410-7234242.

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‘MAKER DAY’ Worcester Prep Lower School students, Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade, participate in “Maker Day,” a day to celebrate inventing, problem solving, working collaboratively, and constructing solutions. First grader Mia Jaoude shows off her Edible Robot she constructed.

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PATRIOTIC STAFF Phillips Crab House staff members gather for their annual photo on the beach on Monday to kick off the Fourth of July in Ocean City.

TOP CHESS PLAYERS Worcester Prep Lower, Middle and Upper School students participated in the WPS second annual Chess Tournament on April 21. Lower School students who won awards, from left, are second graders Stephen Carullo (fourth place) and Jude Damouni (third); fifth graders Cole Myers (fourth), Ibrahim Khan (third) and Meeta Agarwal (fourth); second grader Ansh Batra (first); third grader Edward Martikyan (second); and fourth grader Jonathan Antonov (fourth). They are pictured with Head of Lower School and Director of the WPS Chess Club, Celeste Bunting.

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GUEST SPEAKER The Democratic Women's Club meeting on May 16 featured Dr. Diana Wagner, assistant dean for Assessment & Accreditation at Salisbury University, who discussed the Holocaust. Pictured, from left, are Women's Club Vice President Vicky Wallace, Dr. Wagner and Club President Em Hench.

WHERE WE’RE GOING Worcester Preparatory School’s graduating Class of 2016 wear the T-shirts of the colleges they have been accepted to and plan on attending. In front, from left, are Conrad Gerachis, Hannah Arrington, Cassie Stevens, Grace Tunis, Hayley Larsen, Laura Issel, Hanna Nechay, Kathryn O’Malley, Isabel Carulli, Rachel Berry, Ross Dickerson, Nate Abercrombie and Biola Eniola; second row, Wade Walter, Jordan Osias, Victoria Middleton, Lauren Dykes, Regan Shanahan, Madison Doody, Erika Smith, Allie Barrish, Sarah Koon and Baylan McGuiness; third row, Zach Oltman, Noah McVicker, Staton Whaley, Taylor Zarif, Tori Barros, Bridget Brown, Taylor Hawkins, Julia D’Antonio, Alex Choy and Jason Cook; and in back, Austin Brittingham, Devin Hammond, John Meakin, Charlie Pritchard, Jeremiah Nsah, Wyatt Richins, Ryan Murphy, Nick Curtis, Jordan Kilgore, Reece Brown and Michael Brittingham. Elio Telo, Bennett Truitt and Zoe Weistling are not pictured.

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Photographers can win cash for pictures of Ocean City Continued from Page 63 capture images during a specific week,” said Rina Thaler, executive director of the Ocean City Center for the Arts. “This is a wonderful opportunity for both professional and amateur photographers to show us their unique views of Ocean City during the height of the summer season.” The Town of Ocean City is cosponsoring the event with cash prizes, and may use the chosen photographs in their publicity for the town, giving the photographers extra exposure. Contest rules: - All photos must be taken the week of July 10-16. - All photos must be taken within the town limits of Ocean City. - Maximum two entries per artist. Photographs only. - Photos must be submitted at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on Sunday, July 31 from 2-4 p.m. or on Monday, Aug. 1 from 10 a.m. to noon. - Entries must be framed and ready to hang with wire on back. - Maximum size of outer edge of frame: 11x17 inches. - This is a juried show. All entries will be on display opening night, First Friday, Aug. 5 from 5-7 p.m. and throughout that weekend. Juror will select the best photos submitted for display in Studio E throughout the

month of August. - Non-refundable entry fees (per entry): $10 for Art League members; $15 for non-members. - All artists selected for Studio E show must submit a high-resolution digital image of their accepted entry(s) by Aug. 15. - Photographers agree submitted work may be used by the Town of Ocean City and the Art League of Ocean City for future publicity purposes. 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. Financial support comes primarily through membership dues from individuals and corporate sponsors. Funding for exhibits is also provided by the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, the Worcester County Arts Council, Maryland State Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts, organizations dedicated to cultivating a vibrant cultural community where the arts thrive. More information is available at 410-524-9433 or www.artleagueofoceancity.org.

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Irish Outreach Center helps locate housing for students

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) When J-1 summer workers arrive stateside, the first challenge is securing housing, and for a trio of young women from the Emerald Isle that process was expedited once they experienced the warm embrace of the Irish Outreach Center at 12th Street and Baltimore Avenue in Ocean City. Roisin O’Brien, 20, rolled into Ocean City on May 31 with friends, Brigid Barlow, 21, and Chloe Claxton, 22. The group had arranged a bus ride from the airport through the E-Point Student Travel Center on Philadelphia Avenue. “We booked with E-Point and they said they would give us temporary accommodations until we sorted something out,” O’Brien said. “They gave us a room in Sea Scape for the first few nights.” While the group of friends from Galway, Ireland, began the hunt for seasonal housing, Barlow said E-Point helped negotiate reasonable nightly rates at Sea Scape at 15th and Boardwalk and the Cabana Motel on Philadelphia Avenue. “They (E-Point) just explained the situation,” she said. “They gave us a good rate.” Barlow said both spots were welcoming but only provided short-term

solutions. While new federal requirements mandate students have employment secured before receiving a J-1 visa, housing is a different issue. “It wasn’t a requirement to get housing before we came over. All we had to do was get a job,” O’Brien said. “We tried before we came over because we thought it would be nice to maybe have someplace place to go.” Numerous email inquiries generated nothing more than leads at best and potential frauds at worst. “Most places weren’t taking reservations before we came over,” she said. “We’ve seen a few on Craigslist, we rang up places and they weren’t even available, we’re lucky we didn’t go down that road.” While E-Point helped the women at the start, O’Brien said the business is inundated with a crush of international student workers as summer commences, and she was relieved to learn of the nonprofit Irish Outreach from a fellow hotel guest who pegged their ethnicity from a distance. “It was the first morning and we said let’s go to the Boardwalk and have some breakfast,” she said. “This man was up on top and he shouted down to us, ‘Are you from Ireland?’ Wait a minute.’” The helpful individual ran down to speak with the women and advised

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J-1 student workers, from left, Roisin O’Brien, Brigid Barlow and Chloe Claxton were at a loss for summer housing solutions until they came across the Irish Outreach Center at 12th Street and Baltimore Avenue in Ocean City.

them to visit the Irish Outreach, which quickly became the center of the group’s attempts to find a place to stay for the summer. “Every day we came down here and would ask if anything was available,” O’Brien said. “Then we just kind of walked the streets and got numbers off of houses. We went into stores and asked people there too.” After about a week of house hunting, the women were getting antsy, several arrangements had fallen through and the motel deals were

quickly becoming cost prohibitive. In the end, not only did Irish Outreach coordinators Pat Fairbend and her husband, Rick, connect the three with housing in north Ocean City, they even put them up at their own residence for a few nights until the new digs were available. “It was one of Pat’s friends — she knew this lady and she rang her,” O’Brien said. “We were like that’s brilliant because we’re working on 94th Street.” Relieved to finally unpack, Claxton See FAIRBENDS Page 69

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HOT DOG-EATING CONTEST

COMPETITIVE EATING Fish Tales hosted its ninth annual "Top Dog" hot dog-eating contest on July 4. Seventeen contestants stuffed their mouths with hot dogs and buns for 10 minutes on a stage set up in the parking lot of the 22nd Street restaurant. The winner, Bob Shoudt of Royersford, Pennsylvania, ate 52 hot dogs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a new Fish Tales' record. He won a trophy and $1,200. Eric Foster of Baltimore, devoured 20 hot dogs, good for second place and $500. Cole Davidson of Weirton, West Virginia, finished 16 franks and buns to take third place. He received $300. LISA CAPITELLI/OCEAN CITY TODAY

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Joining Fish Tales Manager Brandon Hemp, right, are "Top Dogs," from left, Foster, Shoudt and Davidson.

The Poluka family, Jill, Tom Sr., Andrea, 2.5-year-old Mason, Tom Jr. and Shelly make it an annual tradition to attend the contest.

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Fairbends assist girls with housing Continued from Page 66 was impressed with the efforts of the Fairbends and other outreach volunteers to assure students have good living situations. “The Irish Outreach is very good, I don’t know what they have in other parts of America, but I think for Ocean City it’s very good,” she said. “They have insight into what’s going on, whereas some of the places the focus is on all of the international students and it’s not as personal.” In light of the experience, the women have encouraged the Fairbends to make a trip to Galway and stay in their homes. “They’re like our American parents,” Barlow said. “We are so, so lucky to have them here.” The Irish Outreach Center asks anyone who can help with temporary or seasonal housing to call 302-258-3615 or email fairbendrd@gmail.com.

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Get to know OCBP’s surf rescue technicians Beach patrons encouraged to introduce themselves to lifeguards, ask questions

By Kristin Joson Contributing Writer (July 8, 2016) Commonly referred to as lifeguards, the people responsible for your safety on the Ocean City beach are actually surf rescue technicians (SRT). Surf rescue technician is the certification obtained by the men and women in the red bathing suits who watch over the beach in the white stands, once they have successfully completed all testing, training and probation. We encourage beach patrons to introduce themselves to the SRT (lifeguard) and ask about current beach conditions. As you may know, beach conditions change daily. You never know what you might encounter, so please ask your SRT each day. Once a rookie has earned the title of surf rescue technician you will hear them referred to as SRT Miller or SRT Johnson. Although people still refer to our

personnel as lifeguards, the term surf rescue technician is far more appropriate due to the job demands, which far exceed a traditional lifeguard. Each SRT has demonstrated competency in the techniques and skills that are required for open water rescue. Their duties include educating the public, warning swimmers of potential dangers, rescuing distressed swimmers, responding to emergency situations, administering first aid, reuniting lost and found individuals, enforcing city ordinances and most often being the ambassador of Ocean City to our visitors who will approach our SRTs with all kinds of questions. The Ocean City Beach Patrol is on duty daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. We start guarding the beach the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend and continuing through the third Sunday after Labor Day (Sunfest weekend). The beach patrol tests potential SRTs beginning in August each year and on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend for the next year’s season. If you or someone you know would like to work for the OCBP as a surf rescue technician, there will be pre-employment physical skills tests on Wednesday, Aug. 3 and Saturday, Aug. 6 and 20th, as well as Saturday, Sept. 3. These tests are for the 2017 sum-

mer season. We are looking for physically able, ambitious and responsible men and women who are 16 years of age or older. They must be 17 by the date of employment. For additional Pre-Employment Physical Skills Evaluation dates and locations, including mid-winter off-site locations, go to the official beach patrol site. Every candidate must have the ability to run in soft sand, swim in ocean water, enter and exit the ocean through the surf, move an unconscious person of 150 pounds, hear and locate a whistle blast from 300 meters, and speak and read the English language. To demonstrate these abilities each candidate must pass a rigorous, physical test consisting of the different phases in succession that include a 300-meter soft sand run in under 65 seconds, 400-meter ocean swim in less than 10 minutes, simulated rescues in the surf with a rescue buoy, victim removal techniques, runswim-run medley, tower transport (lifeguard stand), holds and releases (escaping from a panicked victim), and lastly, an interview with OC Beach Patrol Capt. Butch Arbin. It is indeed a long day of physical and mental tests. Once a candidate completes and

passes all phases of the test they are appointed, on a probationary basis, to a surf rescue academy. Prior to entering academy, and each year after, each employee must pass a drug test. Candidates receive instruction in open water rescues, beach patrol policies and procedures, basic oceanography, use of rescue equipment, first aid, CPR, semaphore communications (a series of signals using flags), radio protocol and physical training consistent with the demands of the job. All phases of surf rescue academy must be completed successfully as determined by the Ocean City Beach Patrol Surf Rescue Association to earn SRT rank and assignment to the beach. Surf rescue academy is an eight-day, 65 hour, paid-training program conducted by beach patrol instructors with support from other public safety agencies, followed by three weeks of supervised, on-the-job probation and a surf rescue academy re-qualifying test where candidates must pass the run and the swim again. Because of the uniqueness of the job’s demands, the Ocean City Beach Patrol does not accept certification or experience with other agencies. All aspects of becoming a SRT, as well as all certifications such as first aid, CPR See OCBP Page 71

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Snow Hill Fire Co. Second Assistant Chief Eddie Carman is congratulated by Commissioner Jim Bunting after receiving a commendation on June 21 for his work to promote diabetes awareness.

Carman of Snow Hill Fire Co. promotes diabetes awareness

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 8, 2016) Snow Hill Volunteer Fire Company Second Assistant Chief Eddie Carman has gotten off the path to diabetes and is now working to steer others onto a healthy road. For that matter, you have probably seen him in the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s “Diabetes Prevention Program” television commercial. “After taking a desk job, I had put on a lot of weight,” he said. “The chance came up to take the diabetes prevention class — it was advertised as a lifestyle balance class.” The yearlong class, which was sponsored by the Worcester County Department of Health, met once a week for the first 16 weeks, at which point Carman had improved drastically. “At the end of the original 16 weeks, I had lost 30 pounds,” he said. In an exhibit of motivation, Carman managed to lose a few pounds just before starting the class through one simple diet change. “Two weeks before the class, I was 238 pounds,” he said. “I quit drinking sodas and by the time the class started I’d already lost eight pounds.” After getting down to 200 pounds, Carman was still not finished, and over

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Following healthy makeover, Carman wants to help others dying from that heart attack,” he said. Since beginning the diabetes prevention class in January 2013, Carman, who had been diagnosed with high cholesterol, pre-hypertension, and acid reflux, has found a non-prescription cure to his ailments. “I’ve got my diet to the point now where I’m not on medication for any of them,” he said. “I was on four different meds, now I’m not on anything.” In the wake of his healthy makeover, Carman began to ponder helping his cohorts. “I’ve been a volunteer fireman for almost 27 years and looking around and seeing the shape that the guys are in, I started talking it up a little bit,” he said. His co-workers bought into what their veteran firefighter brother was pitching. “I think it helped that they knew what I looked like and now I don’t look that way,” he said. Shortly after launching a class at the Snow Hill Volunteer Fire Company, Carman started an inadvertent trend when inquiries from other area firefighters began filling his inbox. “The word got out without me knowing it and the phone starts ringing off the hook,” he said. “Now the majority of county fire departments have the class.” Since working with the Worcester

Department of Health as a lifestyle balance coach, Carman has been instrumental in promoting the cause. Being pulled further into the public spotlight, Carman serves as the state’s diabetes prevention program television spokesperson. His work has earned Carman a commendation from the county commissioners, who honored him for improving public health at its meeting on June 21. While he made personal attempts to lose weight and improve his overall health in the past, Carman said the benefits of the health department course dramatically increase the probability of reaching one’s goals. “When they sit down with you they give you an overall plan — ‘Ok, were looking at a 5 to 7 percent body fat loss and we want to get you up to doing 150 minutes a week of physical activity and we’re going to improve your eating habits,’” he said. “You learn everything from reading labels and portion control, and proper gear and things that can help you in this endeavor.” Carman said the most important lesson the class teaches is self-accountability. “What your doing is getting rid of bad habits for better habits,” he said. “Whatever effort you put in is what you’re going to get.”

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‘Best Summer Day-Trip Contest’ (July 8, 2016) Worcester County Tourism wants to know what guests consider to be the perfect day-trip to Worcester County. Do visitors search for ponies at Assateague Island, shop in Berlin, explore the Old-Growth Forest of Snow Hill, go on a river cruise down the Pocomoke, or take in the beach, Boardwalk and entertainment in Ocean City? Tell Worcester County Tourism by participating in the Beach and Beyond “Best Summer Day-Trip Contest.” “We are looking for your perfect Worcester day trip,” Worcester County Tourism Director Lisa Challenger said. “Anything goes, so get creative, wacky, frugal, decadent, fun. You’ve got the experience, and we want it.” The day-trip must take place entirely in Worcester County. The day-trip must be able to be completed in 12 hours or less. Tell us about the day-trip in 300 words or less.

Submissions are due by noon on Friday, July 15. One entry per person. Once clicking submit, no other changes can be made. On Monday, July 18, the top 12 submissions – chosen for their awesomeness, feasibility and uniqueness – will be published to be voted on by the public through noon on Wednesday, July 27. Three winners will be announced on Thursday, July 28. First place will receive a GoPro HERO Session. Second place will receive a Fitbit Charge HR Wireless Activity Wristband. Third place will receive a FujiFilm Instax Mini 8 with strap and batteries. Worcester County employees and their families are not eligible to participate in the contest. To sign up, go to www.visitworcester.org. For more information, contact Worcester County Tourism at 410- 632-3110 or visit @beachandbeyond on Facebook and Instagram.

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GOV. HOGAN RECEPTION Karen Harrison, left, and Ruth Waters smile for a photo during a reception for Gov. Larry Hogan at Harrison’s Harbor Watch at the inlet in Ocean City last week.

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DINING GUIDE ■ CREDIT CARDS: V-Visa, MC-Master Card, AEAmerican Express, DIS-Discover ■ PRICE RANGE: $, $$, $$$ ________________________________ ■ 32 PALM, 32nd Street, in the Hilton Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2525 / www.oceancityhilton.com/dining / $$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Western Caribbean cuisine, Eastern Shore favorites, gourmet and tasty liquid desserts. ■ ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717 / www.ocitalianfood.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Serving homemade Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and pasta. Elegant dining room with fireplace. Early bird specials every day from 5-6 p.m. ■ BILLY’S SUB SHOP, 120th Street, Food Lion Shopping Center, 410-723-2500; 140th Street, Ocean City, 410-250-1778; Route 54, Fenwick Shoals, Fenwick Island, Del., 302-436-5661 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Dine in, carry out. Fast delivery. Open 7 days 11 a.m. – 3 a.m. Serving fresh dough pizza, subs, burgers, cones, shakes and sundaes with beach delivery available. ■ BJ’S ON THE WATER, 75th Street, Ocean City 410-524-7575 / www.bjsonthewater.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open year-round. Entire dining menu served 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week. Daily specials, daily duck feeding. Entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. No cover. Available for parties and banquets. Indoor and outdoor dining. ■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR, 94th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3983 / www.bluefishocmd.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Japanese and Chinese restaurant and sushi bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Dine in, take out and delivery available. ■ BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH, 116th Street & Coastal Hwy., (Behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium), Ocean City 443-664-2896 / www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com / $$-$$$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations recommended for large parties / Children’s menu/ Full bar / Eastern Shore fare with a New Orleans Flare. Seafood, Steaks & Pasta dishes—Specializing in Jambalaya, Creole, & Gumbo. Home of the Ragin’ Cajun Bloody Mary. Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. Weekly entertainment. ■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT, 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-289-7192 / www.captainstableoc.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Family-owned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott. ■ CLADDAGH ON THE SHORE, 1106 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-537-4200 / www.claddaghontheshore.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining in a relaxed atmosphere specializing in steaks and seafood. Open for breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch and dinner Thursday through Sunday. Take out available. ■ COCONUTS BEACH BAR AND GRILL, Castle in the Sand Hotel, 37th St & the Beach, Ocean City 800-552-7263 / www.castleinthesand.com / $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Beachfront, open-air dining in a tropical setting. Serving grilled sandwiches, specialty salads, appetizers, wraps, tacos, frozen drinks, beer and wine. Live entertainment, daily, May 5 through Sept. 25. Happy Hour daily, 5-6 p.m., 2-for-1 drink specials. Waitress service on the beach Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Open daily, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., weather permitting. ■ COINS, 28th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524 3100 / www.coinspub.com / $-$$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar/ Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. Casual dining atmosphere for families. Crab cakes, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood. Everything home-made. Happy hour 3-6 p.m., 6 days a week and early bird 4-6 p.m., daily specials. Closed Mondays. ■ THE COTTAGE CAFE, Route 1 (across from Sea Colony), Bethany Beach, Del. 302-539-8710 / www.cottagecafe.com / $, $$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Seafood, kids’ menu, happy hour specials. Lunch and dinner daily. Breakfast buffet on weekends. ■ THE COVE AT OCEAN PINES, 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410-641-7501 / www.oceanpines.org/ $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS/No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Coastal cuisine. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Open Thursday at 4 p.m. for dinner. Open Friday-Sunday at 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for brunch buffet. Friday and/or Saturday, live entertainment. Sunday

brunch buffet, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Happy Hour Thursday-Sunday, 4-7 p.m. ■ THE CRAB BAG, 130th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410-250-3337 / www.thecrabbag.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Full bar / Dine in and carryout. Open 7 Days a week, 11 am til late night. Hot steamed crabs, world famous fried chicken, ribs, burgers, barbecue, pasta, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and more. Lunch and weekly carryout and dinner specials. Happy hour at the beach with drink and food specials. ■ DOUGH ROLLER, 41st Street & Coastal Hwy, 410-524-9254; 70th Street & Coastal Hwy, 410524-7981 / www.DoughRollerRestaurants.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Ocean City’s favorite family restaurant for more than 35 years. Great kid’s menu. Dayton’s Fried Chicken available at South Division, 41st and 70th streets. Breakfast served daily at 3rd, 41st and 70th streets. Order online for carryout at both Coastal Highway locations. ■ DUFFYS, 130th St., in Montego Bay Shopping Ctr. & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250 1449 / www.duffysoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining, indoor or outdoor seating. Irish fare and American cuisine. Appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks and seafood. Second Season & Daily Dinner Specials. Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m., serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Dine In, Carry Out. Happy Hour, daily, noon to 6 pm. ■ FAGER’S ISLAND RESTAURANT & BAR, 60th Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-524-5500 / www.fagers.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted in the dining room only / Children’s menu / Full bar / Upscale restaurant on the bay. Casual fine dining, fresh fish, prime rib and seafood. Lighter fare menu served on our decks or inside. ■ FISHTALES BAR & GRILL, 21st Street and the Bay, Ocean City 410-289-0990 / www.ocfishtales.com / $-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / FishTales is located in a premier outdoor beach location on the bay with the best sunsets. Come for the local fare. We offer lunch and dinner with happy hour food and drink specials. Kids play area too. So sit back and enjoy. ■ FLYING FISH CAFE & SUSHI BAR, The Village of Fenwick, 300 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-581-0217 / www.flyingfishfenwick.com / $-$$ /V-MC-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Featuring the freshest and most innovative sushi, sashimi, and rolls plus creative and delicious small plates. Open daily at 4 p.m. for dinner. Take-outs available. Closed Monday. ■ FOX’S PIZZA DEN, 31225 American Parkway, Selbyville, Del. 302-436-FOXS / www.foxspizzade.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Sit-down bar and restaurant. Full menu includes pizza, pastas, salads, sandwiches and more. Specializing pizza and chef specials. Open daily for lunch and dinner at 11 a.m. Take out and delivery. ■ GENERAL’S KITCHEN, 66th Street (under The Skye Bar), Ocean City 410-723-0477 / $-$$ / VMC-DIS / No reservations required / Open Thursday-Monday, 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Breakfast, House Specialty and The Original House of Creamed Chipped Beef, made from scratch. Juice, cereal, waffles, eggs, corned beef, hash browns, pancakes, bacon, sausage and more. ■ GROTTO PIZZA, 125th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-12347 / www.grottopizza.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full Bar / Serving lunch and dinner. Open 7 days. Grotto Pizza is a family casual dining restaurant that specializes in award winning pizza and hospitality. The full menu includes pizza, pasta, sandwiches, subs, appetizers, salads, beer, wine, cocktails and Grotto Gelato. Takeout available. ■ HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL, 12841 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-213-1846 / www.weocharborside.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Casual waterfront dining serving seafood, steaks, sandwiches, salads, wraps and pasta. Home of the “Original Orange Crush.” Entertainment Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. ■ HARPOON HANNA’S RESTAURANT & BAR, Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del. www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com / $$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual waterfront restaurant serving lunch, dinner. Fresh fish, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and all-you-can-eat Alaskan crab legs. Open year-round. ■ HEMINGWAY’S AT THE CORAL REEF, 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612 / www.ocmdhotels.com/hemingways / $$$ / V-MC-

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AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Elegant dining room, Floridian/island-style cuisine. Sea-food, tropical salsas, grilled steaks, pork chops, grilled pineapple, banana fritters, entree salads. ■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE, 31st Street, Ocean City, 410-289-2581 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Known for all-you-can-eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs. ■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535 / www.clarionoc.com / $-$$ ($20-45) / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Open tables / Children’s menu / Full bar / Serving beach-inspired dishes in both our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. All-day menu, available 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet open year-round and AUCE prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet available most weekends. ■ JULES FINE DINING, 118th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3396 / www.ocjules.com / $$, $$$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Local fare, global flair. Fresh seafood year-round, fresh local produce. ■ KY WEST BAR & RESTAURANT, 5401 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 443-664-2836 / www.kywestoceancity.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Our experienced chefs deliver the finest in cuisine nightly. OC’s best veal chop, the freshest seafood and great pasta dishes. Ky West offers fine dining and a beautiful bar described as New York funky chic. Providing excellent food and drink for a great dining adventure. ■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ, 67th Street Town Center, Ocean City 443-664-5639 / www.longboardcafe.net / $$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Serving lunch and dinner. Lite fare to dinner entrees offering a variety of burgers, paninis, sandwiches and salads. The "veggies" menu features wrinkled green beans. Signature house libiations and signature entrees made with ingredients from local farms and fisheries. A family restaurant. ■ MACKY'S BAYSIDE BAR AND GRILL, 5311 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-723-5565 / www.mackys.com / $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations / Children’s menu / Full bar / Macky’s is a rustic, open-air, waterfront, seafood restaurant and bar with a beautiful private white sandy beach. Open for lunch everyday at 11 a.m., happy hour from 3-6 p.m. and dinner until 10 p.m. Lite fare until 1 a.m. Take out available. ■ MIONE’S PIZZA & ITAILIAN RESTURANT, Route 50 (Tanger Outlets), West Ocean City 410-213-2231 / www.mionesoc.com / $ / V-MCAE-DIS / Beer, wine / Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. Come and enjoy family New York style pizza, subs and pasta. Daily lunch and dinner specials. Eat in or carry out. 67th Street (Town Center), Ocean City 443-664-6635 / Beer, wine / Open 7 days a week at 11 a.m. Come and enjoy family New York style pizza, subs and pasta. Daily lunch and dinner specials. Eat in or carry out. ■ NICK’S HOUSE OF RIBS, 144th Street & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-1984 / www.nickshouseofribs.com / $$/ V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual, family friendly with upscale atmosphere. Extensive menu from our famous baby back ribs, fresh seafood, black angus steaks. Open Monday through Friday, 4 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon. ■ OC 360 EATS + DRINKS, 13801 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 443-664-4008 / www.fenwickinn.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS /Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open year round. Daily Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. Full menu served 4-10 p.m. Daily dinner features. Entertainment every Wednesday and Saturday. No Cover. Available for parties and banquets. Indoor and outdoor dining. ■ OC WASABI, 33rd Street Plaza, Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524-7337 / www.ocwasabi.com/ $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / OC’s freshest sushi and sashimi and Japanese cuisine. Open 7 days a week, noon to 11 p.m. ■ P.G.N. CRABHOUSE, 29th Street, Ocean City 410-289-8380 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Beer, wine / The Kaouris family has been serving the finest crabs, seafood, steaks and chicken to Ocean City locals and visitors since 1969. ■ PHILLIPS SEAFOOD, Crab House, 21st Street, Ocean City 410-289-7747 and Seafood House, 141st Street, Ocean City 410-250-1689 / PhillipsSeafood.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / 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 75 items including snow crab legs, carving station, made-toorder pasta, handmade crab cakes and so much more. ■ POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN, Route 50,

West Ocean City 443-664-2105 / $ / V-MC / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, year-round. Every Monday and Tuesday, two-piece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo. ■ ROPEWALK, 82nd Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-524-1109 / www.ropewalkoc.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full Bar / OC’s newest spot to watch the sunsets. Indoor dining and bar, deck dining and tiki bar. Serving lunch and dinner in casual atmosphere. Happy hour specials all day and all night every day available at tables and bar. ■ ROPEWALK - A FENWICK ISLAND OYSTER HOUSE, 700 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-581-0153 / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted except 6-9 p.m. / Children’s menu / Full bar / Family restaurant. Takeout available except between 6-9 p.m. Lunch and dinner served. Family friendly dining with a rotating oyster list and seafood creations paired with fresh fruit crushes and craft beer menu. ■ SEACRETS, 49th Street, Ocean City 410-5244900 / www.seacrets.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Island atmosphere. Soups, salads, Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood. ■ SHENANIGAN’S IRISH PUB, Fourth Street and the Boardwalk, in the Shoreham Hotel, Ocean City 410-289-7181 / www.ocshenanigans.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Oceanfront dining. Enjoy great food and delicious libations while enjoying the boardwalk’s sights and sounds. Irish music or dueling pianos top off the evening. ■ SICULI RUSTIC ITALIAN KITCHEN, 104 N. Main St., Berlin 410-629-0550 / FB-Siculi Italian Kitchen / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full Bar / Family friendly. Open for lunch and dinner, 11 a.m.; Sunday brunch, 10:30 a.m. Locally sourced, freshly prepared. Brick oven pizza, steaks, seafood, chicken and veal selections. Daily lunch, happy hour and dinner specials. ■ SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE, 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762 / www.skyebaroc.com / $$$$$ / V-M-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Happy hour, 3-6 p.m. with food and drink specials. ■ TOKYO SEAFOOD BUFFET, 131st Street (formerly JR’S North), Ocean City 410-390-5939 / www.tokyoseafoodbuffetmd.com / $$ / V-MC-AE/ No reservations required / Full bar/ OC’s largest seafood, all-you-can-eat buffet featuring soups, raw sushi and sashimi, steamed and baked seafood along with classic Chinese entrees and many classic desserts and fruits. Friday through Sunday buffet features hot steamed snow crab legs. Open 7 days a week, 3:30-10 p.m. ■ TOUCH OF ITALY, 67th Street and Coastal Highway, in the Holiday Inn Oceanfront, Ocean City 302-703-3090 / www.TouchofItaly.com / $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Full Italian style restaurant with Italian style deli and pasticceria/bakery too. Just stop in for a look and a taste of some fresh prosciutto fresh loaves of Italian bread. Large circular bar with Happy Hour and check our Web site with our daily specials from our great menu including pasta, wood fired pizzas, delicious heros and catering. Daily lunch special $6.95 plus take out service. ■ VICTORIAN ROOM RESTAURANT, Dunes Manor Hotel, OCEANFRONT at 28th and Baltimore Ave, Ocean City 410-289-1100 / www.dunesmanor.com / $$ - $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations not required but recommended / Full Bar / Children’s menu / Open year round. Oceanfront dining atmosphere with local, farm to table/sea to table cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily 7:30am to 9:00pm (Fri & Sat to 10pm). Also Zippy Lewis Lounge with happy hour from 4-7p.m., featuring Craft Beer selections and appetizer menu; Milton’s Out Door Cafe; and the Barefoot Beach Bar in season. ■ VINNY’S PIZZA & ITALIAN GRILL, 25th Street and Philadelphia Avenue, Ocean City 410-3903713 / www.vinnyspizzaanditaliangrill.com / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Beer, wine / Serving lunch and dinner. Italian food featuring subs and fabulous authentic Italian entrees. Hand tossed pizzas. Family friendly, eat in and carry out. ■ WHISKERS PUB, 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-524-2609 / www.whiskerspub.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Certified Angus®burgers and casual fare. Call for hours.

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Calendar FRI., JUL. 8 Avery W. Hall Educational Center at Peninsula Regional Medical Center, 100 E. Carroll Street Salisbury, MD, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This course provides young adults, ages 11-14 years, with the safety information and skills needed to be a Safe Sitter including basic life-saving techniques, safety precautions to prevent accidents, how to summons help and tips on basic child care. The registration fee is $50. Partial scholarships are available based on need. 410-543-7781

SAFE SITTER COURSE

Stevenson United Methodist Church, 123 N. Main St., Berlin, MD, 4 to 7 p.m. Dinners include a single crab cake sandwich with green beans and seasoned baked potato. Cost is $10. Carryouts and bake table available. 410-641-1137

CRAB CAKE DINNER

Ocean City Fishing Center, 12940 Inlet Isle Ln, West Ocean City, MD, 4 to 7:30 p.m. See more than 100 boats weigh-in large tuna in hopes of winning more than $500,000 in cash. Free to spectators. A $900 entry fee for participants. Jennifer Blunt, ocfc@ocfishing.com

OC TUNA TOURNAMENT

Victorian Charm, 100 N Main St, Berlin, MD, 5 to 8 p.m. Victorian Charm joins Patrick Henry in his celebration of 50 years as an artist with a book signing of his reflective work, “Still Images of the Eastern Shore.” The book is a collaboration effort, joining the art collector, artist and poet in a journey through life on the Eastern Shore: Life as it was, as it is and as it will be. Join Henry and Karen Prengaman, contributing poet, for the book signing and enjoy live music from The Country Grass and Friends. Copies of the book available for $25. Steve Frene, Steve@VictorianCharm.biz, 410-641-2999

PATRICK HENRY BOOK SIGNING

Columbus Hall (behind St. Luke’s Church), 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games begin at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments for sale. 410-524-7994

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BINGO

Ocean City, Beach at 27th Street, Ocean City, MD, 8:30 p.m. Free movie on the beach for the entire family, featuring “The Lego Movie.” Take a beach chair or blanket. Weather permitting. 410-2892800 or 800-626-2326

MOVIE ON THE BEACH

SAT., JUL. 9 White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Locally grown vegetables and fruits, eggs, honey, kettle korn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats and more. New vendors welcome. 410-641-7717, Ext. 3006

FARMERS MARKET

KIWANIS ANNUAL SUMMER PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 8 to 11 a.m. Pancakes, sausages, fruit cup, coffee or tea. Cost is $5 for adults, $3 for children 5-11 years and free to those 4 and younger. Proceeds benefit local youth. Carryout available. Tickets can be purchase at the door or in advance from Kiwanis members or by calling 410-208-6719 VFW, Post 8296, 104 66th St., Ocean City, MD, 8 to 11 a.m. A $6 donation for all-you-can-eat pancakes or 2-2-2, two eggs, two pancakes and two bacon slices. 410-524-8196

PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 9:30 a.m. Local fishing legend, Big Bird Cropper will be the speaker. His favorite catch is the blue fish but is renowned for his flounder and rockfish expertise using the Roy Rig that he has created. All welcome. Jack Barnes, 410-641-7662

OCEAN PINES ANGLERS CLUB MEETING

Maryland Coastal Bays Program office, 8219 Stephen Decatur Hwy, Berlin, MD, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Plant native shrubs and flowers at the Ilia Fehrer Nature Preserve to help increase habitat value for local wildlife and to enhance the site. The property is not yet open to the public and may only be accessed by MCBP’s volunteers. Planting is in a forested area, proper attire from shoes/boots that can get dirty and wet to long sleeve shirts and pants should be considered. Bug spray, water and a bagged lunch also recommended. Register in advance. Amanda, amandap@mdcoastalbays.org, 410-2132297, Ext. 103

VOLUNTEER PLANTING EVENT

St. Paul United Methodist Church, 405 Flower Street, Berlin, MD, 11 a.m. A half BBQ chicken and roll for $8. Proceeds benefit the church’s Men’s Ministry. Patrick Henry, 443-880-4746

CHICKEN BBQ

OC TUNA TOURNAMENT

On the Beach at 14th Street, Ocean City MD, 6 p.m. Registration begins at 5 p.m. Competitors swim a measured mile with the prevailing current to a finish line located at 14th Street. The Ginny Craig quarter mile swim will take competitors on a 400m distance and also finish in the area of 14th Street. Open to the public. Awards presented. Commemorative Tshirt included with registration. Registration fee is $25 on the day of the event or

CAPTAIN CRAIG SWIM

$20 if registered before July 6 at www.ococean.com/ocbp. The Captain Craig swim can also qualify participants for the fourth annual “Swim Ocean City” event. Kristin Joson, kjoson@oceancitymd.gov Ocean City Recreation and Parks Community Center, 200 125th St., Ocean City, MD, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Open to singles as well as couples. Swing, ballroom, Latin, salsa, disco and country dancing to the music of DJ Mike T. Open to singles as well as couples. Instructor John Brilliants will teach the West Coast Swing dance from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Open dancing from 7:30-10:30 p.m. Admission costs $14 and includes lesson. Mike Tasevoli, 443-474-0015, http://www.DancingAtTheBeach.com

OCEAN CITY DANCE

SUN., JUL. 10 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST

Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway (behind St. Luke’s Church), Ocean City, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Cost is $10 for adults and $6 for children 8 and younger. Info: 410524-7930., 410-524-7930 Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 2, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 12 to 1 p.m. Group shares experience, strength and hope to help others. Open to the community and to AGH patients. Rob, 443-783-3529

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

Somerset Street Plaza, Somerset Street, Ocean City, MD, 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. OC Cruzers will display approximately 15 vehicles. The owners will be on hand to supervise and educate spectators about their older cars. Live music by Rob Fahey (rock) begins at 3 p.m. 410-289-7739, http://www.ocdc.org

OC CRUZERS CAR SHOW & MUSIC

Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Group is a 12-step program for anyone struggling with a compulsive eating problem. No initial meeting charge. Meeting contribution is $1 weekly. Bett, 410-202-9078

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS

OC TUNA TOURNAMENT

St. Matthews By-The-Sea UMC, 1000 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, DE, 7 p.m. Featuring “Jerry Jones.” Free and open to the public. A love offering will be

GOSPEL CONCERT

taken for the artists. Info: Rita Williams, 302-436-1562 or St. Matthews Church office, 302-537-1402 Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, MD, 7 to 9 p.m. For a small fee, enjoy your own ice cream sundae creation. Free live entertainment by The Key West Band (tropical rock) and entertainment for the kids. The evening concludes with a fireworks display at 9 p.m. Picnic baskets, chairs and blankets welcome. 410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326

SUNDAES IN THE PARK AND FIREWORKS

N. Division Street and Beach, Ocean City, MD, 9:30 p.m. Lasers, lights, fireworks, music, special effect and more. Show times: 9:30 p.m., 10 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Free event. 800-626-2326, http://ocbeachlights.com

OC BEACH LIGHTS

Calvin B. Taylor House Museum, 208 N. Main St., Berlin, MD, 6 p.m. Featuring Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition. Take a chair and a picnic. 410-641-1019, http://www.taylorhousemuseum.org

FREE CONCERT ON THE LAWN

MON., JUL. 11 Atlantic General Hospital Sleep Disorders Diagnostic Center, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, All Day Free, monthly mask fitting clinic for patients who are having trouble adjusting to their CPAP equipment. By appointment only: Robin Rohlfing, 410-641-9726

CPAP MASK FITTING

Apple Discount Drugs, 314 Franklin Ave., Berlin, MD, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sponsored by Atlantic General Hospital and takes place the first Monday of every month. Free blood pressure screening and health information. Dawn Denton, 410-6419268

HYPERTENSION CLINIC

Walgreens, 11310 Manklin Creek Rd., Ocean Pines, MD, 1 to 3 p.m. Sponsored by Atlantic General Hospital and takes place the first Monday of every month. Free blood pressure screening and health information. Dawn Denton, 410-641-9268

HYPERTENSION CLINIC

Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Berlin group No. 169. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Edna Berkey, 410-251-2083

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING

Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, West Ocean City, MD, 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 410-629-9986, 410-629-9986

CHRISTIAN SOCIAL CLUB

Stevenson United Methodist Church, 123

MEDICAL MONDAYS

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CALENDAR N. Main Street, Berlin, MD, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Test your Health Literacy Navigation Sills with Andi West McCabe. Learn how to make the right healthcare decision for you and your family. Registration is requested but not required. Door prize is a First Aid Kit. This group meets on the second Monday of each month. Free and open to the public. Dawn, 410-641-9268, http://atlanticgeneral.org/MedicalMonday Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 7 to 9 p.m. The Delmarva Chorus, Sweet Adeline’s, meets each Monday. Women interested in learning the craft of a cappella singing welcome. 410-641-6876

DELMARVA SWEET ADELINE CHORUS

Ocean City, Beach at 27th Street, Ocean City, MD, 8:30 p.m. Free movie on the beach for the entire family, featuring “Soul Surfer.” Take a beach chair or blanket. Weather permitting. 410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326

MOVIE ON THE BEACH

On the Beach at N. Division Street, Ocean City, MD, 10 p.m. Free fireworks display every Monday and Tuesday from July 11 to Aug. 30. Fireworks will be visible along the boardwalk. 800-626-2326, http://www.ocbeachlights.com

BEACH FIREWORKS

TUES., JUL. 12 Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 1 to 4 p.m. The University of Maryland Cooperative Extension Service is offering master gardeners to help with gardening questions. Take your bagged samples by to find solutions to your plant problems. 410-208-4014

ASK A MASTER GARDENER

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 2:30 to 4 p.m. For individuals suffering from Parkinson’s. Ron and Mary Leidner, 410-208-3132, http://www.DelmarvaParkinsonsAlliance.org

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP

Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 5 to 7 p.m. Crabs and shrimp ordered between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays. Platters and other food available. Cash bar. Every Tuesday through Aug. 30. 410-524-7994

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS CRAB NIGHT

Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Berlin group 331. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. jeanduck47@gmail.com

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING

Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 2, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Offers shared wisdom and problem solving for family members of persons with mental illness. The group is free. Info: Carole Spurrier, 410-2084003, carolespurrier@msn.com or Gail S. Mansell, gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org,

NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP

410-641-9725 Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 6 to 9 p.m. This class and certification are required for boat operators born after July 1, 2972 but everyone can benefit from it. Cost is $15. Class held July 12-14. Barry Cohen, bmc_rsc@yahoo.com, 410-973-1097

LAST SAFE BOATING CLASS OF 2016

Bayside Chapel, 38288 London Ave., Selbyville, DE, 6 to 8 p.m. The theme, “Submerged,” is all about how we can “Dive Deeper into God’s Word.” Games, music, crafts and more. Register: 302-436-7585, http://www.baysidechapel.com

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Ocean City, Beach at 27th Street, Ocean City, MD, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Events include sand castle contests, tug-of-war, relay races and more. All activities are free. Parents are asked to stay with their children. 410-250-0125

FAMILY BEACH OLYMPICS

Pocomoke Elks Lodge 1624, 1944 Worcester Highway, Pocomoke City, MD, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m., early bingo at 7 p.m. and regular games start at 7:30 p.m. Food and non-alcoholic drinks available. Open to the public. 410-9573556

BINGO

Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. A free, educational presentation by Dr. Sara Moghaddam, Dermatologist all about skin care, aging prevention and treatment options. Open to the public. Register: 410-641-7052

OCEAN CITY/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING

Captain’s Table Restaurant in the Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th St, Ocean City, MD, 6 p.m. The group meets every Wednesday. kbates@taylorbank.com, 410-641-1700

BEACH SINGLES

Ocean City Elks Lodge 2645, 138th Street and Sinepuxent Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 6:30 p.m. Every Wednesday. Located at the rear of the Fenwick Inn. Doors open at 5 p.m., games start 6:30 p.m. Food is available. Open to the public. No one allowed in the hall under 18 years of age during bingo. 410-250-2645

BINGO

Caroline Street Stage, On the Beach at Caroline Street, Ocean City, MD, 8 to 9:30 p.m. Free, live entertainment by Ragdoll (tribute to Franki Valli & The Four Seasons). Take a blanket or chair. 800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125

CONCERT ON THE BEACH

Carousel Resort Hotel and Condominiums, 11700 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD, 8:30 p.m. Free movie on the beach, featuring “Annie (2014).” Take a beach chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, the movie will be shown inside the hotel. Ocean City Recreation & Parks, 410-250-0125, http://www.oceancitymd.gov

WED., JUL. 13

THURS., JUL. 14

KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OCEAN PINES/OCEAN CITY

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BEACH FIREWORKS

Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 8 a.m. Meets every Wednesday. Doors open at 7 a.m., meeting begins at 8 a.m. 410-6417330, http://www.kiwanisofopoc.org Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., Ocean City, MD, 5:30 to 9 p.m. Jitterbug, swing, cha-cha to the sounds of the ‘50s, ‘60s and Carolina Beach music. Meets every Wednesday. All are welcome. dance@delmarvahanddancing.com, 302200-3262, http://delmarvahanddancing.com

DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB

Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Dr. Sara Moghaddam, a dermatologist at Atlantic General Hospital, will discuss the truth about sunscreens, what they are and how to use them. She will also discuss skin cancer surveillance and how to identify melanoma and other skin cancers. Advance registration is required. Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department, 410-641-7052

FREE INFORMATIONAL HEALTH SEMINAR

STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO YOUNGER LOOKING SKIN Ocean Pines Community Center, 239

Ocean Bowl Skate Park, Third Street and St. Louis Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 3 to 6 p.m. Skateboard competitions, music, food and contests. Free skate after 6 p.m. until close. Daniel Reed, dreed@oceancitymd.gov, 410-289-BOWL

OCEAN BOWL BASH

MOVIE ON THE BEACH

Hooked Restaurant, 8003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 8 to 10 a.m. A presentation of new research on nonprofit employment, philanthropy and the size and scope of the nonprofit sector. Jeffrey Griffin of the Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism will share information on the Governor’s initiatives that strengthen volunteerism in Maryland. Followed by networking opportunity. Registration costs $12. https://marylandnonprofits.z2systems.com/np/clients/m arylandnonprofits/event.jsp?event=2207

Clarion Hotel, 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 4 to 7 p.m. Every Thursday, Beach Singles 45-Plus meets for happy hour. Arlene or Kate, 302-4369577 or 410-524-0649 American Legion Post 166, 2308 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, MD, 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., games start at 6:30 p.m. Food and non-alcoholic drinks available. Open to the public. 410289-3166, http://www.alpost166.org Sunset Park, S. Division Street and the bay, Ocean City, MD, 7 to 9 p.m. Free concert by “Island Fusion” (steel drums), while watching the sunset over the Isle of Wight Bay. Admission to the park is free, while beverages, including beer, are available for purchase. It is recommended that attendees bring their own seating. 410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326, http://www.ococean.com

SUNSET PARK PARTY NIGHT

ONGOING EVENTS Tickets for the Kiwanis Club Annual Duck Race are now on sale. Win up to $1,000. Cost is $5 per duck entry or 3 duck entries for $10. Race takes place on Aug. 26 at Frontier Town Lazy River. Winner do not have to be present to win. Proceeds benefit the club’s youth programs. Call 301-788-1517, purchase at the Ocean Pines Farmers Market any Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the White Horse Park or from a member of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean PinesOcean City.

KIWANIS ANNUAL DUCK RACE

Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, Sundays, 8:30 a.m. Outdoor casual worship service on the church’s front lawn. Take a lawn chair or blanket. In case of inclement weather, the service will be moved indoors. Rev. Connie, 410-6415194, wesconnie55@gmail.com.

SUMMER OUTDOOR WORSHIP SERVICE

LIVING WELL: CANCER THRIVING & SURVIVING

Atlantic Health Center, 9714 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. An evidence-based, once a week workshop for those in treatment for cancer, individuals in recovery and caregivers to attend together. Register: Gail Mansell, gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org, 410-6419725

COASTAL HOSPICE GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 11 a.m. Free and open to anyone who has lost a loved one, not just Coastal Hospice families. 410-2518163

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JULY 8, 2016 Classifieds now appear in Ocean City Today & the Bayside Gazette each week and online at oceancitytoday.net and baysideoc.com.

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is looking for hardworking, detail-oriented Housekeeping Team Leads and Housekeepers with vacation condo experience. Saturdays ONLY. Please apply at: www.ElevateCleans.com or call 410-520-0110 or apply in person at 12815 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City, MD 21842

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RN Supervisor

Seeking part time supervisors for all shifts. Please stop by to fill out an application, fax your resume to 410-6410328 or apply online at w w w. m a h c h e a l t h . c o m . Come and find out why we are the area’s only CMS 5Star rated skilled nursing facility. EOE

Vantage Resort Realty is seeking several full-time seasoned Handymen, as well as part-time conscientious, detail-oriented Inspectors to join our Property Care team. Please Apply at: www.RecruitingVTG@planwithtan.com or call 410-723-1780, Ext. 5461

Recreation Supervisor Lifeguard Certification/ First Aid AED required. Seeking Responsible person to oversee Lifeguard Staff ,Supervise Children's Programs and Social Media Outlets. Qualities must include: Great Communication Skills, Punctual, Advanced Computer Knowledge and enjoys to be around children of all ages. Maintenance Man Looking for reliable individual to work hotel maintenance~ Pool knowledge helpful. Must be personable, hardworking and possess a valid drivers license. Exp in plumbing,electrical, hvac a plus but not necessary. Weekends & Evening shifts required 2pm-10:30pm. Housekeeping Room Inspector This requires continuous walking throughout shift. Individual must have an eye for detail and have some computer knowledge. Daily inspections of Arrival Rooms, Checkouts and Storeroom Inventory. Must have a drivers license, be dependable and friendly. This is a seasonal position 9am-4pm Weekends are required. Applications available at the Front Desk or email info@fskfamily.com

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Employment Opportunities:

Year Round, Full/Part Time: Line Cook, Server, Banquet Housestaff, Banquet Servers, Room Attendant (van will pick up in SBY), Condo Supervisor, Laundry, Bartender Seasonal: Security Guard, Server, Line Cook, Bartender

HELP WANTED

Now Hiring Sales Reps and Promo Models. Paid Travel, Fun Atmosphere, Flexible Schedule. Part Time & Full Time Needed. High earning Potential for Year Round Employees. Paid Training. Commission + Bonuses. Please call 443-863-6645.

NOW HIRING!! Overnight Box Truck Drivers for our WOC kitchen facility $14-16/hr. Apply online at: www.delmarvadd.com

HOUSEKEEPER

Part time. Day shift. Experience in health care ideal. Interested applicants can apply in person, by fax (410-641-0328) or online at www.mahchealth.com

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PT Bartender, FT Cook & FT Delivery Drivers w/own car

Come in for Interview on Thursdays @ 11:00 am 5601 Coastal Hwy. (Bayside)

HELP WANTED

Contractor Company in Ocean Pines, MD is looking for HVAC, Plumbing Technicians & Helpers. Start immediately. Great hourly pay plus sales commission. Call Marc, 302-682-1777. BEACH STAND JOBS - Work on the beach renting umbrellas and chairs. 9 till 5. Full or part time. Call 410-726-0315. OIL TECH/TIRE TECH Must have Front End alignment experience. Must be dependable for a Fast paced, busy shop only getting busier!! Hourly paid position, benefits and uniforms available. call 410641-3200 or fill out application at Racetrack Auto 10834 Ocean Gateway, Berlin, MD 21811

NOW HIRING!!

New location in Berlin

Crew and Assistant Managers Up to $14/hr. + Tips Apply online at: www.delmarvadd.com

TOW TRUCK DRIVER Must live near Berlin, Ocean City area to be able to reach our customers fast when they call. must have DOT medical card, CDL not required, but valid drivers license is, and a smart phone as we dispatch digitally. We are a fast paced business and only getting busier with summer coming. Come join our team!! Benefits and uniforms available, call 410-641-3200 or fill out application at Racetrack Auto 10834 Ocean Gateway, Berlin, MD 21811

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CONDO INSPECTORS NEEDED. 410-723-0988

Experienced Servers & Cook needed for year round position. Apply in person: Alex’s Italian Restaurant, Rt. 50, West Ocean City.

Retiree PT Carpenter

needed with own tools, flexible hours 3-4 days per week. Good references needed. Contact Gene Brewis with Harbour Island at 14th Street on the bay. Nice place to work. 410-251-1423

Hiring Nurses RN’s & LPN’s

All shifts. Please stop by to fill out an application, fax your resume to 410-6410328 or apply online at w w w. m a h c h e a l t h . c o m . Come and find out why we are the area’s only CMS 5Star rated skilled nursing facility. EOE

Positions available for full-time

• Carpenter • Laborer

Must have own transportation and valid driver’s license. Apply in person.

Beachwood Inc. 11632 Worcester Hwy. Showell, MD 21862

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Hotel & Suit tes

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HELP WANTED

EXPERIENCED CLEANER. MUST have OWN source of transportation AND cleaning supplies. Call Jessica, 410208-8811.

NOW HIRING!! Production Crew

for our WOC kitchen facility Starting at $10/hr. Apply online at: www.delmarvadd.com

Become a Better You in 2016!

To order Product or to Become an Avon Representative Call Christine 443-880-8397 or email: snowhillavon@ comcast.net

The Princess Royale Hotel & Conference Center Located at 91st St. Oceanfront, Ocean City, MD

Year Round • Restaurant Manager • Common Area Maid • Cook • Housekeepers • AM/PM Servers

Apply online at www.princessroyale.com or fax to 410-524-7787 or email to employment@princessroyale.com

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

HELP WANTED

Seasonal Boardwalk Tram Conductors

Work for OC Transportation. Position requires excellent customer service skills, point of sales capabilities, ability to communicate calmly, clearly and effectively. Sells tickets, collects revenue including credit card transactions, and reconciles accounts. Assists passengers with special needs or disabilities. Safety is a must. Work schedule includes nights, weekends, and holidays. Hourly wage $10.41. Submit Town’s application to: Dianna Davis 204-65th St., Building E, Ocean City, MD 21842 410-723-2174 www.oceancitymd.gov EOE

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HELP WANTED

Deliver Phone Books - Work Your Own Hours. Have insured vehicle. Must be at least 18 yrs. old. Valid DL. No experience necessary. 1-800-518-1333 x224, www.deliverthephonebook.com

Southside Grill WOC - Hiring Year Round Kitchen help. Pay based on performance. Apply in person, 9923 Stephen Decatur Hwy. 410-213-1572

Kitchen Line Cook/Prep Help Needed. Full Time. Call 410524-3396.

Ocean City Law Firm has a position available for a Bookkeeper Responsibilities include accounts payable, bank reconciliation, weekly payroll, monthly attorney reports, quarterly tax reports, deposits. Must have knowledge of Quick Books, Trust Account Software and Title Express. To apply, please send resume to Williams, Moore, Shockley & Harrison, LLP, 3509 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842. PGN Crabhouse 29th Street & Coastal Hwy. Help Wanted Waitstaff, Kitchen Staff, Cooks Apply Within after 11:00 am

Contractor Company in Ocean Pines, MD is looking for Telemarketers/Sales Associates. Start immediately. Pay: $8.25 per hour plus sales commission. Mon-Fri, 9-4pm. Serious inquiries only. Call Marc, 302-682-1777. Century Taxi - Now hiring day & night shift taxi & shuttle drivers. Call 302-569-4959.

Classifieds 410-723-6397 By Monday, 5 p.m.

RENTALS

YR Efficiency - 32nd St. Includes W/D, cable, HBO and electric. No pets. No smoking. $900/mo. 443-5044460

1BR Apartment For Rent in Old Town OC. 1 person only. $750/mo. + utils & sec. deposit. NO PETS. Call 410430-4652.

Office Space in West Ocean City, next door to UPS along Route 50. $850 a month. Call Howard Martin Realty 410352-5555.

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COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL

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Office Space & Contractor Shop Available for Rent. Adjoining/connecting units, 800 sq. ft. each. Herring Creek Pro Center, off Rt. 50 in West OC. Rent one or both! $750/mo. each or $1200/mo. for both. Call: 410-213-9556 (Jeanne), 443-497-0514 (Spiro), spiro@ocrooms.com.

2 Office/Retail Spaces & 3 Warehouse Units available in West Ocean City. Call 443497-4200.

Decatur Business Park

Route 611, WOC. 800 sq. ft. of Office Space. Call for more information 443-614-4007

Berlin Professional Center 306 Franklin Ave., Berlin. 5700 sq. ft.

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SERVICES SERVICES

Bishopville Movers Inc. Fast, reliable service. 410-352-5555

Qualified Home Care Assistant seeking FT or PT work. Resides in Salisbury, MD. Can work up to 7 days a week. Hospital care, aged care & companion care experienced. Will travel up to 50+ miles. Call Evett or Patience at 845-380-6494 or 410-4227223.

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DONATE AUTOS, TRUCKS, RV'S. LUTHERAN MISSION SOCIETY. Your donation helps local families with food, clothing, shelter, counseling. Tax deductible. MVA License #W1044. 410-636-0123 or www.LutheranMissionSociety.org BUSINESS SERVICES

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Do you have an old bicycle not being used? It could mean a world of difference to a hardworking international student. We are looking to get as many bikes as possible. Your donation will be tax-deductible. Contact Gary at 443-975-3065.

LOST LOST

LOST RINGS on Talbot St. Beach, 2016 North Rockland High School Senior ring. Engraved Hailey, red ruby stone. Monogram gold ring, engraved Hailey, diamonds on side. Wrap around ring, bluish opal, teal ring, lost between June 25-July 2. CALL Debbie 845-429-9495.

FOR SALE FOR SALE

Dolphin Paddle Boat, saltwater, 5 seater $225. Tropitone, white, bar-height Table w/four swivel sling Chairs $400. Call 443-614-2233.

MOVING SALE MOVING SALE

Indoor Moving Sale. Kitchen, nautical, household items. July 9th, 8am-? 13314 Peachtree Rd., Montego Bay.

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YARD SALE

Caine Woods NeighborhoodWide Yard Sale. 136th-146th Sts., bayside, Ocean City. Sat., 7/9, 8am-1pm. Rain date 7/10.

BOATS/PWC BOATS/PWC

SALE. Less than 300 hrs. 120 Hp Mercury Force engine, 1998 Bayliner Capri. $5995. See it at Racetrack Marine. 610-389-9703

1996 18’ Bayliner Runabout. Cuddy cabin w/canopy. Mercury Force outboard 120 hp. SE 300 Series. Boat, motor & trailer package deal. $7,000. OBO. Gently used. Contact Ralph 302629-0789.

BOAT SLIPS BOAT SLIPS

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 723 LAUREL AVE. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Joann Campbell, dated October 18, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4809, folio 452 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., 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 Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 25, 2016 AT 3:40 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., 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 $55,000 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 Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the

ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges 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 #14-602001) This property will be sold subject to a 120 day right of redemption by the Internal Revenue Service. Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-7/7/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 34 BRIDGEWATER RD. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Judith L. Carlin and Timothy B. Carlin, dated July 23, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4970, folio 35 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., 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 Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 25, 2016 AT 3:37 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., 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 $68,000 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 Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 8.125% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges 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 #16-600875) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-7/7/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 12801 OLD STAGE RD. BISHOPVILLE, MD 21813 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from David A. Ehatt and Cheryl Ehatt, dated May 17, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4727, folio 523 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., 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 Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on

JULY 25, 2016 AT 3:38 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $20,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2013-42850) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-7/7/3t _________________________________

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 10 LEIGH DR. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Robert W. Douglas, Sr. and Shirley A. Douglas, dated October 28, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4290, folio 657 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 22, 2016 AT 2:00 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Tax ID #03-130193 and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. 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 $81,000 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 Co. 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 re-

fund 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 49455. 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-7/7/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 103 123RD ST., UNIT #132 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Steven R. Overturf, dated April 23, 2008 and recorded in Liber 5112, folio 35 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., 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 Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 25, 2016 AT 3:39 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and described as Unit No. 132, Phase III, in “Jockey Beach Condominium” 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 $16,000 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 Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 7.125% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges 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 #15-613485) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-7/7/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Boulevard, Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

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Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated June 26, 2009 and recorded in Liber 5300, Folio 35 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $127,645.00 and a current interest rate of 5.50000% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 26, 2016 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Unit No. 115 in “Key West Villas Condominium” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $11,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit

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PUBLIC NOTICES without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. 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 OCD-7/7/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 18 SEAGRAVE LA. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Marie A. Caldwell, dated March 23, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4902, folio 649 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., 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 Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 11, 2016 AT 3:43 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., 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 $26,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Bal-

ance 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 Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges 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 #15-616664) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-6/23/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Boulevard, Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 160 SANDYHOOK RD. OCEAN PINES A/R/T/A BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated May 15, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4143, Folio 362 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $142,000.00 and a current interest rate of 2.00000% default having occurred

under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 26, 2016 AT 3:33 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., 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 $9,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds

resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. 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 OCD-7/7/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 9900 COASTAL HWY., UNIT #2518 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Harvey J. Fischer, dated July 29, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4499, folio 629 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., 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 Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 11, 2016 AT 3:44 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and described as Unit Number 2518 in the “Century I Condominium” 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 $45,000 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 Co., 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 re-

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PUBLIC NOTICES ceived in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges 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 #15-612824) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-6/23/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Boulevard, Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 10565 WINDMILL RD. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated January 24, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4873, Folio 299 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $199,750.00 and a current interest rate of 6.00000% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 26, 2016 AT 3:36 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF

GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., 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 $20,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or

equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. 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 OCD-7/7/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Boulevard, Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 582 OCEAN PKWY. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated July 6, 1998 and recorded in Liber 2552, Folio 169 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $81,000.00 and a current interest rate of 7.25000% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 26, 2016 AT 3:39 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., 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 $5,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the 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 assess-

ments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. 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 OCD-7/7/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Boulevard, Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 11700 COASTAL HWY, UNIT #1206 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated July 1, 2002 and recorded in Liber 3386, Folio 214 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $243,000.00 and a current interest rate of 3.25000% default having occurred

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PUBLIC NOTICES under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 26, 2016 AT 3:42 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Unit No. T-1206, in a condominium known as “Carousel Center Condominium” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $34,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall

have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. 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 OCD-7/7/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 76 BIRD NEST DR. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Steven M. Moran and Regina E. Moran, dated June 30, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4789, folio 303 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., 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 Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 11, 2016 AT 3:45 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., 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 $27,000 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 Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the

rate of 6% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges 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 #15-616547) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-6/23/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Boulevard, Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 4247 MARKET ST. SNOW HILL, MD 21863 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated July 11, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4747, Folio 616 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $62,000.00 and a current interest rate of 2.00000% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 26, 2016 AT 3:45 PM

ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., 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 $8,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the

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PUBLIC NOTICES Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. 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 OCD-7/7/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Boulevard, Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 314 POWELL CIR. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated November 6, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4817, Folio 755 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $417,000.00 and a current interest rate of 3.25000% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 26, 2016 AT 3:48 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., 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 $38,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of

homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. 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 OCD-7/7/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Boulevard, Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 10437 HARRISON RD. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated October 9, 2001 and recorded in Liber 3154, Folio 581 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of

$68,200.00 and a current interest rate of 12.25000% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 26, 2016 AT 3:51 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $6,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall

have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. 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 OCD-7/7/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Boulevard, Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 23 FEDERAL HILL BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated August 11, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4507, Folio 547 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $304,000.00 and a current interest rate of 5.25000% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 19, 2016 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $25,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in

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PUBLIC NOTICES the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. 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.,

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 304 Bay St. Berlin, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated June 10, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4461, Folio 336 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $319,920.00 and a current interest rate of 4.00000% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 12, 2016 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., 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 $38,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition

to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. 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 OCD-6/23/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Boulevard, Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 406 MAPLE ST. POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated November 30, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4832, Folio 190 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $68,250.00 and a current interest rate of 4.27000% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 12, 2016 AT 3:33 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any build-

ings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., 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 $8,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit

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NOTICE Town of Berlin Public Hearing Ordinance 2016-05 The Mayor and Council of the Town of Berlin will hold a Public Hearing at its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, July 11, 2016 at 7 pm in the Council Chambers, in Town Hall, 10 William St. Berlin, Maryland for the purposes of amending Chapter 4, Article II, Dogs, Section 4-19 and 20. Copies of the complete Ordinance may be obtained at the address above during regular business hours, or by calling 410-641-2770. OCD-6/30/2t _________________________________

NOTICE Town of Berlin Public Hearing Ordinance 2016-06 The Mayor and Council of the Town of Berlin will hold a Public Hearing at its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, July 11, 2016 at 7 pm in the Council Chambers, in Town Hall, 10 William St. Berlin, Maryland for the purposes of amending Chapter 22, Article III, Parks, Section 22-49, “Rules and Regulations” §(3). Copies of the complete Ordinance may be obtained at the address above during regular business hours, or by calling 410-641-2770. OCD-6/30/2t _________________________________ Dennis M. Twigg, Esquire Hoffman, Comfort, Offutt, Scott & Halstad, LLP 24 North Court Street Westminster, MD 21157

All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred. Kathryn Fortner Klass Foreign Personal Representative The Honorable Derek K. Hopkins Register of Wills for Harford County 20 West Courtland Street, Room 304 Bel Air, MD 21014 Name of Newspaper: O.C. Digest Date of first publication: 6/23/2016 OCD-6/23/3t _________________________________ 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 Kenneth Savitz Caroline Fields Jennifer Rochino 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 Substitute Trustees Plaintiff(s) v. Timothy Smith a/k/a Timothy J. Smith 5 Holly Court Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C16000139

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TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 50125 Notice is given that the Orphan’s/Register of Wills court of Delaware County, Pennsylvania appointed Kathryn Fortner Klass, f/k/a Kathryn Ann Klass, 109 Brightling Way, Holly Springs, NC 27540 as the Personal Representative of the Estate of Clarence L. Fortner who died on 02/29/2016 domiciled in Pennsylvania. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Dennis M. Twigg, Esquire whose address is 24 North Court Street, Westminster, MD 21157. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Harford County, MD and Worcester County, MD.

Notice is hereby given this 17th day of June, 2016, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 5 Holly Court, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 18th day of July, 2016, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in a weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 11th day of July, 2016. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $115,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-6/23/3t _________________________________

COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MD 21204 410-296-2550 File #: 448460 Edward S. Cohn Stephen N. Goldberg Richard E. Solomon Richard J. Rogers Michael McKeefery Christianna Kersey David W. Simpson, Jr. 600 Baltimore Avenue, Suite 208 Towson, MD 21204 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs v. Thomas Earl Chakalakis 511 Robin Drive, Unit 204 f/k/a 511 Eagle Drive Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-16-000144

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 15th day of June, 2016, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 18th day of July, 2016, provided a copy of this notice be published in a newspaper of general circulation in Worcester County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 11th day of July, 2016. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $74,000.00. The property sold herein is known as 511 Robin Drive, Unit 204 f/k/a 511 Eagle Drive, Ocean City, MD 21842. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-6/23/3t _________________________________ Jon P. Bulkeley Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almand, P.A. 6200 Coastal Highway, Suite 200 Ocean City, MD 21842 Orleans Court Condominium Association c/o Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almand, P.A. 6200 Coastal Highway, Suite 200 Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Plaintiff vs. Samuel Young Jean L. Young 729 Peachtree Road Claymont, DE 19703 Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MARYLAND FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CIVIL CASE NO. 23-C-16-0040

NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, this 13th day of June, 2016, that the foreclosure sale of Orleans Court Condominium, Unit 35 (aka Unit 222), 14001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland, made and reported by Jon P. Bulkeley, Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 18th day of July, 2016, provided a copy of this Order is published in a newspaper of general circulation in Worcester County, Maryland, once in three successive weeks, before the 11th day of July, 2016. The Report states that the total proceeds form the sale of the property to be Seventeen Thousand Five Hundred Dollars *$17,000.00). Susan R. Braniecki CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-6/23/3t _________________________________ J. Richard Collins, Trustee 3509 Coastal Highway Ocean City, MD 21842 410-289-3553 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND

NOTICE OF SALE OF CERTAIN TIME SHARE INTERVAL WEEKS Notice is hereby given this 16th day of June, 2016, that the sale of the certain time share interval weeks located at the Pointe on the Bay Condominium, 2209 Philadelphia Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, as listed below and mentioned in these proceedings, and reported by the Trustee, J. Richard Collins, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 18th day of July, 2016, PROVIDED that this Notice be inserted in a newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 11th day of July, 2016. UNIT WEEK PURCHASE PRICE 305 19 100.00 306 32 1,100.00 308 6 100.00 200 25 100.00 400 13 100.00 304 49 100.00 306 26 1,300.00 200 14 100.00 404 44 100.00 309 52 100.00 203 36 100.00 300 48 100.00 209 18 100.00 305 43 100.00 400 46 100.00 309 42 100.00 401 44 100.00 407 14 100.00 300 15 100.00 200 19 100.00 OCD-6/23/3t _________________________________

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PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WORCESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA

THURSDAY, JULY 14, 2016 Pursuant to the provisions of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Board of Zoning Appeals for Worcester County, in the Board Room (Room 1102) on the first floor of the Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland. 6:30 p.m. Case No. 16-25, on the lands of Daryl Insley & Erin Giza, requesting a special exception to replace an existing non-conforming sign in the C2 General Commercial District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(3), ZS 1-122(d)(1)B and ZS 1-324(c)(4)B.4, located at 547 Ocean Highway, at the intersection with Tulls Corner Road, Tax Map 100, Parcel 19, in the First Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:35 p.m. Case No. 16-22, on the lands of Harold & Pamela Musson, requesting a variance to the Ordinance prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 23 feet (an encroachment of 7 feet) associated with a proposed addition to a single-family dwelling in the R-3 Multi-Family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1207(b)(2) and ZS 1-305, located at 9912 Elm Street, approximately 750 feet north of Old Bridge Road, Tax Map 27, Parcel 206, Lot 14, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:40 p.m. Case No. 16-26, on the application of Permit Ink, on the lands of Eric & Rochelle Liddell, requesting a variance to reduce the side yard separation distance from 6 feet to 1.3 feet (an encroachment of 4.7 feet), associated with a proposed boat lift with pilings in the R-3 Multi-family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(n)(3), ZS 1207(d)(6), and ZS 1-335 and Natural Resources Section NR 2-102(e)(2), located at 31 Boatswain Drive, approximately 325 feet south of Skyline Court, Tax Map 16, Parcel 15, Section 19, Lot 31, of the Harbor Village Subdivision, in the Third Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:45 p.m. Case No. 16-24, on the lands of Jon Nooney, requesting an after-thefact variance to reduce the Ordinance prescribed side yard setback from 20 feet to 15.1 feet (an encroachment of 4.9 feet) and an afterthe-fact variance from 20 feet to 16 feet (an encroachment of 4 feet) as-

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sociated with two existing sheds; requesting a variance to reduce the Ordinance prescribed front yard setback from 60 feet from the center of the road right-of-way to 41 feet (an encroachment of 19 feet) associated with a proposed pole barn in the A-2 Agricultural District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-202(d)(2) and ZS 1-305, located at 10429 Azalea Road, at the southwest terminus of Azalea Road, Tax Map 20, Parcel 342, Lot 1, in the Third Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:50 p.m. Case No. 16-23, on the application of the Department of Development, Review and Permitting, on the lands of Robert Sadowski, requesting an after-the-fact variance to reduce the Ordinance prescribed side yard setback from 20 feet to 10.3 feet (an encroachment of 9.7 feet) associated with a portion of an accessory structure in the A-1 Agricultural District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-201(d)(2) and ZS 1305, located at 11535 Back Creek Road, approximately 220 feet west of Selby Road, Tax Map 10, Parcel 311, Lot 1, in the Fifth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS OCD-6/30/2t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS TOWN OF OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110 of the Code of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Zoning Ordinance for Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted by the Board of Zoning Appeals for Ocean City, Maryland in the Council Chambers of City Hall located on Baltimore Avenue and Third Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: THURSDAY, JULY 14, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(3), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-95(1)(a) requesting a variance in accordance with Chapter 30 Environment, Section 30-561 to allow a new singlefamily dwelling to be constructed within the 15’ waterfront setback established by the Atlantic Coastal Bays Critical Area Program in the R1, Single-Family Residential zoning district pursuant to Section 30554(d)(1)a; providing a minimum waterfront setback of 10’ instead of 15’. The site of the appeal is described as Parcel 97A of Tax Map 115, Oceanbay City Plat; further described as located on the south side of Bering Road, and locally known as 113 Bering Road, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: GREGORY P. WILKINS, SURVEYOR – (BZA 2459 #16-09500006) Further information concerning the public hearings may be examined in the office of the Department of Planning and Community Development in City Hall. Alfred Harrison, Chairman Heather Stansbury, Attorney OCD-6/30/2t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555 Carrie M. Ward, et al. 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. CHARLES C. KIM SUE SY KIM AKA SUE S. KIM 10900 Coastal Highway, Unit #914 Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15000891

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 22nd day of June, 2016, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 10900 Coastal Highway, Unit #914, 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 25th day of July, 2016, 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 18th day of July, 2016. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $130,000.00. 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-6/30/3t _________________________________ BUONASSISSI, HENNING & LASH, P.C. 1861 WIEHLE AVENUE, SUITE 300 RESTON, VIRGINIA 20190 (703) 796-1341 RICHARD A. LASH Substitute Trustee, et al, Plaintiffs, v. LINDA D. ALLEN, Defendant. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-16-000151

NOTICE Notice is hereby issued this 23rd day of June, 2016, that the sale of the property in this case, 23 Morning Mist Drive, Berlin, MD 21811 reported by Robert E. Kelly, Substitute

Trustee, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary be shown on or before the 25th day of July, 2016, provided a copy of this Notice be inserted in The Ocean City Digest, a newspaper published in Worcester County, Maryland, once in each of three (3) successive weeks on or before the 18th day of July, 2016. The report states the amount of sale to be $132,819.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-6/30/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 301-490-3361 Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. Estate of Irfan N. Faizi, Estate of Isabel D. Faizi and Surfside 8 Condominium Association Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C16000119

NOTICE ORDERED, this 23rd day of June, 2016 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 206 8th Street, Unit 22, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et. al, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 25th day of July, 2016 next, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 18th day of July, 2016, next. The report states the amount of sale to be $77,106.04. Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-6/30/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB JR, ESQ 108 N. 8TH ST. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 16566 Notice is given that the Circuit court of Martin County, FL appointed Sherly J. Cunningham, 641 SW Bay Pointe Circle, Palm City, FL 34990 as the Personal Representative of the Estate of James B. Cunningham who died on August 03, 2007 domiciled in Florida, USA. The Maryland resident agent for

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PUBLIC NOTICES service of process is James E. Clubb Jr. whose address is 108 8th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester. All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred. Sherly J. Cunningham Foreign Personal Representative Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: June 30, 2016 OCD-6/30/3t _________________________________

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Five Mile Branch Road Bridge Replacement Bridge No. WO-0401, Project No. 0085B028.A01 Worcester County, Maryland The County Commissioners of Worcester County, Maryland are currently accepting sealed bids for the construction of Five Mile Branch Road Bridge over Coonfoot Branch near Newark, Maryland for the Roads Division of the Department of Public Works. Contract Documents, Construction Specifications and Plans are available from DiCarlo Precision Instruments, Inc., 2006 Northwood Drive, Salisbury, Maryland 21801 (410-749-0112). Interested bidders are encouraged to attend a pre-bid meeting to be held on Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 10:00 am, at the Worcester County Department of Public Works, Roads Division Office, 5764 Worcester Highway, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, at which the project scope and Bid Documents will be discussed in depth and Bidders’ questions will be answered. Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 pm, Monday, July 25, 2016 in the Office of the County Commissioners, Room 1103 - Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Envelopes shall be marked "Bid for Five Mile Branch Road

Bridge Replacement Project" in the lower left-hand corner. No bidder may withdraw his bid within sixty (60) days after the actual date of opening thereof. After opening, bids will be forwarded to the Public Works Department for tabulation, review and recommendation to the County Commissioners for their consideration at a future meeting. In awarding the bid, the Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids, waive formalities, informalities and technicalities therein, and to take whatever bid they determine to be in the best interest of the County considering lowest or best bid, quality of goods and work, time of delivery or completion, responsibility of bidders being considered, previous experience of bidders with County contracts, or any other factors they deem appropriate. All inquiries shall be directed to Andrew E. Welch, P.E., Project Engineer, at 410-543-9091, or by FAX at 410-5434172. Email correspondence is encouraged to aew@dbfinc.com and will be binding. OCD-7/7/1t _________________________________

NOTICE TO BIDDERS HUDSON BRANCH AND FLOWER STREET CULVERT REPLACEMENT PROJECT TOWN OF BERLIN, MARYLAND

The Town of Berlin, MD is soliciting bids for the construction of the Hudson Branch and Flower Street Culvert Replacement Project. Sealed bids must be submitted in accordance with the Bid Documents on or before Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at 1:00 PM, at which time all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Potential bidders are encouraged to attend Pre-Bid Meeting which will be held on Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Berlin Town Hall, 10 William Street, Berlin, Maryland. Bid documents are available from DiCarlo Precision Instruments, Inc. 2006 Northwood Drive, Salisbury, MD 21801 (410-749-0112). All inquiries shall be directed to Darl Kolar, P.E., Project Manager, EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc., PBC at 410-641-5341 OCD-6/30/2t _________________________________

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class: “B” BEERWINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day By: Barry R. Gosnell, 48 Poplar Point Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037, Randolph R. Palmer, 1919 N. Kenilworth St., Arlington, VA 22205, Donald L. Wooden, 38386 John Mosby Hwy., Middleburg, VA 20117, Patricia A. Delawder, 10507 Griffin Rd., Berlin, MD, 21811, Scott J. Taylor. 43 Brookwood Dr., Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510. For: Inns Of Ocean City, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Residence Inn of Ocean City

300 Seabay Lane 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: July 20, 2016 @ 1:00 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-7/7/2t _________________________________

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Change in Class of License from a Class “D” to a Class “B” and an Upgrade in Type of License from BEER-WINE to BEERWINE-LIQUOR and Request to expand the licensed premises. Class: “B” BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day By: Edward Bennett Braude, 8627 Saddlecreek Drive, Berlin, Maryland 21811. For: Aus, Inc. For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Fat Daddy’s Sub Shop and Drinks 216 South Baltimore 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: July 20, 2016 @ 1:15 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-7/7/2t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 301-490-3361 Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. Larry E. Holdren II and Nery Holdren Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C15000987

NOTICE ORDERED, this 1st day of July, 2016 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 851 Ocean Parkway, Berlin, Maryland 21811 mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et. al, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 1st day of August, 2016 next, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 25th day of July, 2016, next. The report states the amount of sale to be $94,600.00. Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT

WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-7/7/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 301-490-3361 Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. Kirby Garland Sr. and Violet V. Garland Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C15001529

NOTICE ORDERED, this 1st day of July, 2016 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 104 120th Street, Unit 7B, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et. al, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 1st day of August, 2016 next, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 25th day of July, 2016, next. The report states the amount of sale to be $167,834.00. Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-7/7/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555 Carrie M. Ward, et al. 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. GARY L. NAGGY NANCY W. NAGGY 107 Hickory Street Pocomoke City, MD 21851 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15000359

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 1st day of July, 2016, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 107 Hickory Street, Pocomoke City, MD 21851, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless

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Commentary

Fair application of unfair tax needed

Maryland’s business personal property tax, one of the most intolerable, oppressive and logic-defying anti-business taxes in all of creation, would appear to be the cause of the Worcester County Commissioners’ decision to take a pass on helping Longview Solar establish a pair of solar power farms in the county. It also would appear that the commissioners were wrong not to give Longview an 80 percent tax break on the personal property tax the company would be charged on its installations. After all, the company argued, without that discount its tax bill would have been three to four times greater than what it would be paying to lease the property on which its farms would be situated. The company also contended that since the county wasn’t receiving much revenue on that low-tax farmland, even a reduced personal property tax bill would deliver a net gain to the county treasury. The commissioners, however, were not wrong to reject Longview’s request. The problem, as some of the commissioners observed, isn’t Longview, but the next company that asks for a tax discount, followed by another company, ad infinitum. The one thing that governments need to prevent their policies from becoming hopelessly fragmented is a defensible rationale that they can apply in multiple instances. In other words, what’s good in one case has to be good in another. The unfairness of the personal property tax notwithstanding, a decision to modify it for one company, no matter how much sense it might make in that instance, would open the door to similar requests from other outfits looking for equal treatment. Make no mistake, this particular tax ought to be abolished, as it taxes businesses on everything from their furniture to the equipment they need to operate. But as long as it exists, it should be applied fairly, and that’s what the commissioners decided to do.

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Letters to the editor Targeting Uber cars counterproductive

Editor: This weekend I had the pleasure of once again visiting beautiful Ocean City, Maryland. It was a holiday weekend (July 4) so I expected things to be busy. I was happy to see the officers of the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) on foot at locations all around the Town of Ocean City and in vehicles patrolling north and south on Coastal Highway. What I did not expect to see was how many vehicles engaged in traffic stops by the OCPD would be marked with Uber stickers. For those unfamiliar, Uber (and other ridesharing app companies) match willing riders with onduty drivers for a safe, sober ride home. At one point, approximately 2 a.m. on Sunday morning July 3, I counted no less than 12 Uber marked vehicles being stopped by OCPD — more than nonmarked vehicles I saw for the entirety of the night. So why was the OCPD focusing on and stopping Uber vehicles? I didn’t see them stop any of the local taxi companies, although I did see those same taxis making the same stops and turns as the

Uber drivers. I have seen Uber vehicles all over Maryland, but never have I seen the harassment of Uber drivers like I saw over Fourth of July weekend in OC. So that begs the question, why? Did OCPD assume that many of these drivers were from out of town and thus they would pay the fines and not return to fight the tickets? Were the police protecting the native taxi drivers against the out-of-town Uber drivers? And, most importantly, do we want the police in a resort town (dependent on visitors) making those kind of stops? Or were all of the stops some misplaced anger from the lower number of tickets and fines issued to drunk drivers? (I’m sure the OCPD would deny the use of a quota system) Do we want police harassing those who assure we have a safe ride home so that we are forced to drive ourselves (and risk stop, arrest, and fines)? I use Uber at home, for rides to my local establishments, and everywhere I travel, in Maryland and across the country. I think it’s the only responsible decision. My fear is that, on my next visit to OC, I won’t be able to get an Uber ride home at all

(no drivers) or there will be a huge surge rate (few drivers) that I can’t afford. If I can’t assure a safe ride home, I’m not sure I can frequent OC establishments or the Town of Ocean City at all. OCPD needs to rethink their policies on Uber and let these hard-working drivers stay on the road. Rob Cheek Easton, Md.

All cats should be kept indoors

Editor, The recent case of rabies in a homeless cat underscores the many dangers associated with cat colonies (“Rabid cat caught in West Ocean City neighborhood,” June 30, 2016). Food stations set up for homeless cats attract wildlife (and more cats), which aids the spread of rabies from one animal to another and from cats to humans. (Even if colony cats are vaccinated for rabies when they are trapped, it is often impossible to retrap the cats for booster shots.) The Centers for Disease Control estimates that there are approximately 300 rabies cases involving cats each year, and that number is exContinued on Page 94

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Continued from Page 93 pected to rise with the increase of trap-neuter-release (TNR) programs. Other diseases transmitted by cats include typhoid fever, bubonic plague and toxoplasmosis. In addition to deadly contagious diseases, homeless cats face daily threats from speeding cars, extreme temperatures, parasites, attacks by predators (including cruel humans), and more. The average lifespan of an outside cat is just two to five years, compared to 12-15 years for a cat who lives indoors. TNR isn’t just bad for cats, it’s also bad for humans and wildlife. To humanely and effectively address the homeless cat crisis, we must start at the roots by requiring that all cats be spayed and neutered and kept indoors. Teresa Chagrin Animal Care & Control Specialist People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) Norfolk, Virginia

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By Stewart Dobson Editor/Publisher The Fourth of July reminds me of watermelon. Watermelon reminds me of football helmets. Watermelon football helmets remind me of yellow jackets. Yellow jackets remind me of welts, which remind me that it’s never a good idea to make football helmets out of watermelon rinds, which, of course, we did. It isn’t that we were stupid — we were young and stupid, a combination that will trump mere stupidity every time. As it was, in the follow-up of a neighborhood watermelon party, an event that you don’t see much anymore, possibly because we’re too involved in team sports to have time for fun, one boy in our platoon of 10-yearolds opined that hollowed-out watermelon rinds were far too interesting to waste. The initial suggestion from our table was, naturally, “Let’s throw them at the side of the storage shed.” This was rejected for reasons of likely parental discipline. “OK, then,” another member proposed, “let’s figure out a way to blow them up.” Again rejected, this time because of doubts that we could steal enough firecrackers out of the old man’s stash to rig the megaton explosion that we

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required. Also again, parental discipline was a possibility. The most quickly discarded idea was to toss them up and whap them with a baseball bat, because no one wanted to play the infield for reasons that should be obvious. Finally, the creative member of our neighborhood kid collection landed on the one idea that appealed to everyone because of its simplicity and elegance. “I know,” he said. “We can put the round halves in the shed, let all them dry and use them in the fall for football helmets … one size fits all.” This, we agreed, was a concept so brilliant and ingenious that a Nobel Prize for the Use of Large Fruit was not out of the question, and that could lead to unparalleled bragging rights throughout the global sixth grade community. “No, Miss Roberts, I did not do my report on famous log cabins because I have a Nobel Prize in Watermelon!” We waited several weeks for the rinds to dry, our uncharacteristic patience aided by visions of running around with watermelon rinds on our heads and going long for that perfect spiral pass, which not one of us was yet able to throw. But we would look good doing it. This grand scheme fell apart, however, because of a miscalculation that

was completely unrelated to the delicate science of melon mummification. It had never occurred to us that anyone other than one of us would enter “the helmet dehydration chamber,” otherwise known as the shed. The exact quote, as I recall the old man saying as he swung open the shed door to retrieve an old paint bucket, was, “What the hell?! … YOW! *&(%$#! yellow jackets! Waaaaaaa! Jeeeez OW!, *&^%$” and so forth. Aside from having our curse word vocabulary expanded to heretofore unimaginable levels — it would take years to grasp the true meaning of some, while the nature of others became quickly apparent through attempts to employ them at home (Hey! That’s my ^%$& doughnut!) – the overall result was not good. The old man emerged from the shed sporting more lumps than a bag of golf balls. Meanwhile, we attempted to gain the power of invisibility, which might have been possible were it not for a dozen sets of eyes doing the Looney Tunes ooga-ooga routine. When the old man regained his ability to breathe, he turned to us and wheezed between clenched teeth, “Well boys, heh heh, I guess it’s time for you to clean out the shed.” We did, and now knew exactly what to say while doing it. Parental discipline followed.

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