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FULL FOURTH An estimated 300,000-350,000 people visited the resort during the July 4 weekend, filling up the Boardwalk and beach.
By Josh Kim Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) The sharp eyes and precise teamwork of several Ocean City Beach Patrol lifeguards helped save the life of a visitor Ben Paepcke who suffered severe neck and spine injuries on July 4. Benjamin Paepcke, 19, of Baltimore, ran across the sand with two of his friends near the 38th Street beach and dove into shallow waters. The two friends got up, laughed and continued to play around in the water, not noticing that Paepcke had yet to stand. Beach patrol Crew Chief RJ Hayman, a four-year veteran of the group, See MOTHER Page 69
Hotels vie with online rentals Number of rooms rises, as does competition for people to occupy them By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) How to fill the ever-expanding stock of hotel rooms in light of the increasing popularity of online short-term vacation rental sites, dominated a Tourism Commission discussion this week about putting more heads in beds. Councilman Matt James, who chairs the commission, opened the latest review of the Tourism Strategic Plan’s top five longrange goals as part of a process that began in February. The plan
is to be updated by 2021. The focus during the commission meeting on Monday was goal four: expanding tourism. Susan Jones, executive director of the Ocean City HotelMotel-Restaurant Association, said the growing number of lodging options appears to be affecting room prices. “There’s been some rate wars going on so far in … season because of the inventory,” she said. To further tilt the scales in the wrong direction, Jones said online rentals continue to grow in popularity. Judging by online traffic for hotel and motel websites compared to short-term rental platforms, such as VRBO and
Airbnb, Jones said traditional lodging options appear to be losing market share. “It’s really shifting in what visitors are looking for, which is why we have to be so cognitive about making sure we collect the [room] tax,” she said. Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce CEO Melanie Pursel said many online shortterm rental platforms are pursuing high dollar national advertising campaigns. “It’s every other commercial,” she said. To make matters worse, Jones said, other online sites are expanding to include short-term vacation rentals. See HOTELS Page 71
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A frame from a video shot by a beachgoer shows a woman identified as Jennifer Cameron, 23, of Hyattsville, taking a swing at Ocean City Beach Patrol’s Kade Ramm on Sunday about 5 p.m. at 13th Street. Patrol members were escorting Cameron and others off the beach for allegedly consuming alcohol. Charges are pending.
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Holiday weekend attracts estimated 300,000 crowd PAN-SEARED AHI TUNA By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) Sunny weather and a governor-sanctioned day off for state employees allowed many people to take a four-day holiday for the Fourth of July celebration, and that extra time helped make a traditionally good time better. Fourth of July weekend is always busy, Town of Ocean City Communications Manager Jessica Waters said. “Fourth of July is the peak of our season. It’s the busiest weekend of the year,” Waters said. “We saw large crowds starting on Wednesday and all through the end of the weekend. Certainly, the weather plays into that, especially when our activities are dependent on the weather.” This year’s holiday drew a crowd
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Zoning opts for narrower sidewalks on 12th By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) After an extended debate over extended sidewalks, the Ocean City Planning and Zoning Commission voted last week in favor of a proposed site plan for nine townhomes on the northeast corner of 12th Street and St. Louis Avenue. The commission voted 4-0, with members Palmer Gillis, Peck Miller and Chris Shanahan absent, to give a favorable recommendation for the development of the roughly 16,000-square-foot parcel at 1200 St. Louis Ave. Zoning Administrator Frank Hall told the commission during its July 2 meeting the site plan calls for eight 3-bedroom and one 2-bedroom townhome units, with four each on St. Louis Avenue and 12th Street and one facing Dayton Lane. Hall said the required parking includes 2.5 spaces for each three-bedroom unit and two spaces for the sole two-bedroom townhouse, with most of the parking to be provided in individual unit garages. The parcel is zoned R-2 mediumdensity residential. Hall noted that the proposal does not include nonconformity issues requiring variances or special exceptions, while highlighting a list of standard staff recommendations, including a three-foot extension to the fivefoot sidewalk on St. Louis Avenue. Commission member Lauren Taylor questioned the need to widen the sidewalk on the portion bordering St. Louis Avenue. “Normally, I’m for wider sidewalks, but here I’d rather see more grass,” she said. Hall said including wider sidewalks on new development projects has been a standard policy of the mayor and City Council. Taylor reiterated the point due to aesthetical concerns. “I think the need there for a prettier neighborhood is more important than
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more pavers,” she said. Ocean City Development Corporation Executive Director Glenn Irwin said his organization had reviewed the site plan with project applicant, 12th Street Development. “We will need additional details on the project materials [and] colors,” he said. Irwin said those particulars would become known during the building permit process. He also weighed in on additional sidewalk versus landscaping considerations. “The city policy has been to get a wider sidewalk whenever they can,” he said. Still, Irwin said there could be sitespecific rationales for an exception. “There tends to be more traffic going east-west than north-south in that area,” he said. Irwin said based on pedestrian flow, a potential compromise could be extending the sidewalk along the 12th Street portion to eight-feet.
Attorney Hugh Cropper, representing the applicant, agreed with Taylor’s sidewalk suggestion. “We’re fine with narrower sidewalks,” he said. Project architect Rick Schoellkopf also concurred with the preference for grass rather than concrete. “I get it that it’s a citywide issue, but that’s what you guys are for … specific cases,” he said. “This is different than a really high-traffic area where we really want those sidewalks.”
Shifting the conversation, Schoellkopf highlighted other design elements. “What I like about the project is it puts the units up front and the parking in the back, so that you’re not looking at a parking lot,” he said. “We tried to pick up the rhythm of that area.” Planning Commission Chairwoman Pam Buckley said bypassing generally prescribed three-foot sidewalk extensions could set a precedent that could cause future development projects to seek similar considerations. Taylor said the wide array of zoning districts would lessen the likelihood of that scenario. “That’s the reason we’re here, is to make decisions that aren’t by the textbook,” she said. Commission member Joe Wilson liked the push for a green aesthetic but raised other issues. “I have concerns about pedestrian safety and I think it would be best if they had a wider sidewalk,” he said. Commission member Joel Brous concurred with Wilson, while admitting it was a difficult decision as aesthetics also were worthy of consideration. Despite the varying opinions, the commission was unified in sending the mayor and city council a favorable site plan recommendation, including a three-foot section of grass or greenery along a five-foot wide sidewalk on St. Louis Avenue.
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Bus ridership down but revenue maintained By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) Despite bus ridership dropping nearly 6 percent this June over the year prior, the Transportation Committee reported this week revenue was virtually identical to 2018, while ongoing staffing issues continue to create deployment challenges. Transit Manager Mark Rickards said the roughly 575,000 passengers who used resort buses this June represents a 5.9 percent decrease from the approximately 611,000 riders recorded during June 2018. The largest drop-off was noted in the first half of June, Rickards said. “High school graduates are just not riding in the same numbers,” he said. Regardless, Rickards noted profits remained stable. “Our June revenue is down only .15 percent or almost even, [although] ridership is down,” he said. “Looking at June overall, we had a very high bar set.” Rickards said the largest rider counts were on June 15, when 26,809 people hopped the bus during the annual OC Air Show, compared to 21,573 the year prior. Transit Operations Manager Steve Bartlett said the revenue disparity could be attributable to over-payments. “In some instances, people paid a lot more than $3 for a ticket,” he said. “We found $100 bills in three boxes.”
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Zoning approves 25th St. condos Site plan forwarded to City Council for final signoff for five-story bayside structure By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) Besides an inquiry regarding boat slips, the Planning and Zoning Commission had minimal questions prior to signing off on a site plan last week for a proposed five-story condominium building directly behind the Fairfield Inn & Suites on 25th Street. The Planning Commission voted 4-0, with members Palmer Gillis, Peck Miller and Chris Shanahan absent, in favor of a proposal for a multi-family 12-unit condominium located at 212 25th Street. Zoning Administrator Frank Hall said the plans call for a condominium building including eight 3-bedroom and
four 4-bedroom units located on a 24,000 square-foot parcel. Hall said the site plan submitted by applicant 25th Street Townhouse Development includes a 48-foot five-story structure, which is below the maximum allowable height. “It meets setbacks of 10 feet all around,” he said. The exception being a 15-foot setback on the property’s canal-bordering northern edge, Hall said. Hall said the plans include the required parking for the units, plus an additional 15 spaces dedicated to the Fairfield Inn. “It’s part of a larger condo regime,” he said. “This is one of the land units within.” Hall said the site plan designates parking spaces under the building, as well as to the west and east belong to the
condominium, with spots located along 25th Street for the adjacent Fairfield Inn. The waterfront site is located in the AE4 Special Flood Hazard Area, which is subject to periodic tidal flooding and requires proper elevation certification, Hall said. Commission member Joel Brous asked if the plans mention the inclusion of boat slips along the canal. Attorney Hugh Cropper, representing the project developer, said the site was approved for eight boat slips, with the allotment among the dozen units yet to be determined. “They can’t be sold separately,” he said. “It would have to go with the unit.” The Planning Commission voted unanimously to send a favorable recommendation to the mayor and Ocean City Council for final approval.
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New pickleball court in town park By Josh Kim Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) Gorman Park in Caine W00ds reopened Wednesday during a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the addition of a longawaited pickleball court. “We’re very proud of our recreation department, and what we are able to supply for our residents and visitors,” Mayor Rick Meehan said. “Recreation is something we do for ourselves, and I think we always need to remember that…this is a really important part about our community.” Gorman Park’s life began back around 1979 when developer Jim Caine donated the property to Ocean City to develop a park in Caine Woods. Since then, the city has slowly added on to the park—a fiberglass skateboarding structure in 1979 or 1980, a tennis court in 1982 and a playground in 2005. The next renovation plan began 11 years later. “The idea for the current project … was developed in late 2016 after the completion of a ‘Vision Study’ con-
ducted by Salisbury University’s BEACON program,” Director of Recreations and Parks Susan Petito said. “The study showed that there was much interest in pickleball in Ocean City.” Pickleball was born in 1965 during a family vacation on Bainbridge Island near Seattle, Washington. The creators of the game were three dads—Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell and Barney McCallum—who created the game to entertain their children, according to the USA Pickleball Association’s website. The dads originally tried to play badminton, but couldn’t find a shuttlecock, so they improvised by using a wiffle ball and by lowering the badminton net. Today, pickleball is considered one of the fastest growing sports in the United States, with roughly 3.1 million players and 20,933 courts a 2018 Sports and Fitness Industry Association report found. Ocean City was no exception, and Petito said that the city had seen a tremendous growth in the number of
pickleball players. The council began to do indoor drop-in programs in 2016. At that time, it offered pickleball programs once a week, and by year’s end, 2,905 people had participated in the program. Since then, the number of days the program is offered has increased to five days a week. In 2017, 5,557 people participated in the program and in 2018 that number increased again to 7,200 people. The lack of space and the popularity of the sport prompted the decision to add an outdoor court. “In the summer, we are so busy with other recreational activities … that we really have to reduce the amount of pickleball that we can offer indoors,” Petito said. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) awarded the town $115,000 in grant funds toward the construction of the pickleball court. City Engineer Terry McGean and the Engineering Department led the See TOWN page 10
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One of a kind home on one of the largest elevated lots in Ocean Pines! 3 or 4 BRs, open concept great room, large screened porch. Family room could easily be converted back to a garage. Roof, HVAC and ductwork only 6 years old. 12 x 20 heated and cooled garage/workshop with patio! Masonry fireplace has woodstove insert. Hardwood floors in 2 BRs and Living Room. Stainless Steel Appliances, large Sink, Tile Backsplash, Tile floor, & Island in Kitchen! Room to park 8 cars or boats. Great home for entertaining inside or in the inviting rear yard! $274,900
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Town uses leftover fundings from older projects for park Continued from Page 8 construction process. However, some issues did arise during the development process. “Unfortunately, we did have a little bit of pushback from the community with the way that our plan was originally drawn,” Petito said. The community was unsatisfied with how the addition of the pickleball court would impede on the open space that the park offered to visitors. To alleviate this issue, city officials reworked the plan so that the pickleball court, tennis court and racquetball court would all be in a line on one end of the 136th Street park. By doing so, Petito said that they had managed to not encroach on any of the open space. Nonetheless, this resulted in a lack of funds, as the racquetball court had to be rebuilt to fit the new plan. “The grant was limited to $115,000,
so the town chipped in…to be able to build that racquetball court,” Petito said. In order to do this, City Council members looked into former projects for leftover funding. “The mayor and council had budgeted some project money for … projects that happened a couple of years ago,” Petito said. “Overtime, some of those projects came in under budget, which left us with a fund balance [that] we were able to use to finish off this project.” City Council members were able to scrounge up over $80,000 of leftover funding to offset the remaining costs. At the ceremony, after the ribbon was cut, guests were invited to play pickleball on the new courts. “We are always trying to provide leisure opportunities for our residents and our guests, and we are just thrilled that we are able to provide a new amenity in Ocean City,” Petito said.
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Continued from Page 3 ruption for travel plans … we [still] had lots of people.” There also was a huge crowd of “day-cationers” on July 4 and throughout the weekend, Jones said. Restaurants and other local businesses reported a profitable July 4 weekend as well, especially those located near or right on of the Boardwalk. “Fourth of July was awesome,” Ocean 13 Owner Jeremy Brink said. “It started getting busier Tuesday through Saturday. It was really good ... it was very, very busy in both restaurants. You [could] watch the fireworks from our porch.” In retail, “Park Place has a very successful Fourth of July weekend,” Park Place Jewelers owner Jill Ferrante said. “I think the whole town was very busy. We saw lots of customers on the Boardwalk as well as our new location in West Ocean City. As always, weather was considered a factor for the significant crowds which could be spotted on the beach and throughout the resort. “I think the weather was great. It brought a lot of people into town,” Ferrante added. “July 4 and 5 were very busy. We were very lucky, we had a nice long four-day weekend. We had amazing weather, it was a great night for the fireworks, the Boardwalk was packed and a lot of the Boardwalk businesses did well.” One restaurant owned by the Harrison Group even ended up serving more than 3,000 guests within a three-day period. “July 5 itself was the largest night we’ve ever had in our restaurant since I’ve been working there in 1997,”
Harborwatch General Manager Jeb Betok said. “I spoke to Mark Mayers, the general manager for the Harrison Group Food and Restaurant Operations, and he said it was a great day across all Harrison group properties for the weekend as well.” The numbers were so high for Harrison’s Harborwatch, that it matched crowds the restaurant would receive during White Marlin weekend. “We did over 1,100 covers for dinner on Friday and we averaged about 900-1,000 on July 4 and 6 as well,” Betok said. “We don’t typically see those numbers until White Marlin weekend in the first week of August. It was an early crowd so we had families coming in all day long. “It seemed to be there were a lot of families in and around the downtown area at all hours of the day, the Boardwalk in particular,” he continued. “Guests were really happy with how Ocean City accommodated them in regards with parking, traffic and everything OC has to offer.” From local government’s standpoint, a great deal of effort was required to create the framework for the weekend’s events. “It takes a lot of effort to pull off both of the [fireworks] events in town,” Waters said. “We had the Northside Park event and, of course, the downtown fireworks. Our public safety employees who were out directing traffic and firefighters responding to calls, our special events department ... it was a lot of work and our employees who leave their families on the holiday weekend to make sure everybody else gets to enjoy a vacation is worth noting.”
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Public Works aids expansion of 94th St. dog playground By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) After the Ocean City Recreation and Parks Department was shot down the last three years for state grants to revamp the dog playground in Little Salisbury Park on 94th Street, the Public Works Department has offered to complete an initial round of improvements that will greatly increase the space for free-range canine activities. The latest plans for the 94th Street site were introduced during the Recreation and Parks Committee meeting on Tuesday. Director of Recreation and Parks Susan Petito said despite several previous rejections for Community Parks and Playground grants through the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, recent conversations with agency officials indicate funding for the long delayed project might finally surface. “There was certainly positive feedback on moving forward with submitting the dog playground again this year for grant purposes,” she said. “However, our wonderful public works has a little bit of an opportunity where they can do much of the work in-house [because] a lot of the materials are here on hand.” After coordinating with Public Works Director Hal Adkins, Petito said
improvements at the dog playground could get underway by next month. Adkins said the primary upgrade involves relocating a pond area to free more dog-friendly space. “It was originally a stormwater retention/detention pond for the surrounding areas,” he said. Adkins said public works would excavate the current pond section, which will be relocated to the other side of the parcel, and fill the depression with dirt to level the elevation. Adkins said after discussing the challenges to rehab the 94th Street dog playground with Petito, he realized the materials needed to complete initial updates were already available in a public works construction staging area behind the now demolished Ocean Plaza Mall. “I have massive piles of dirt back there,” he said. “I either need to remove that dirt and move it to the airport to a fill site I have or … take all that fill and finish this project for you.” While earlier cost estimates to upgrade the dog playground were over $100,000, Adkins said dividing the project into phases would drop that figure significantly. “It’s probably going to turn out to be $20,000-$30,000 for the parts I can’t do,” he said. “I have no intention of charging the recreation department inSee LONG Page 12
WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS BRIEFS By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) The Worcester County Commissioners unanimously approved several requests during a meeting last Tuesday.
Jail generator The Worcester County Jail’s generator will be replaced following a favorable vote from the county commissioners. The facility, on 5022 Joyner Road in Snow Hill, will also receive a 1,910gallon fuel tank. However, County engineer William Bradshaw said the existing contract between the county and Scarborough Oil Company needed to be changed to include the fuel tank. Commissioner Ted Elder moved to amend the contract, which Commissioner Joseph Mitrecic seconded.
SDHS running course Stephen Decatur High School was permitted to use the Worcester County Landfill site in Berlin for the cross country team’s home course. The team would practice on the course from mid-September to mid-October, and there is a home meet from 4-6 p.m. on Sept. 11 at the site, ac-
cording to Coach Joseph Stigler. The team practiced and competed in the area since 2007. “‘Mt. Decatur,’ as we call it allows our team to prepare for the hilly and difficult courses that we face during the course of a cross country season,” Stigler said in a letter. Public Works Director John Tustin also recommended the school’s request to the commissioners last week. Mitrecic moved to approve the request, which Elder seconded.
OP Pump Station project Worcester County Commissioners allowed the water and wastewater division to waive the formal bidding process for improvement projects at the Ocean Pines Pump Stations. Tustin said Sherwood Logan and Associates Inc., a flygt pump supplier for the two pumps at Station P, proposed completing the project for $34,396. The projects were funded as part of a 2019 bond issue, according to Tustin, who said $250,000 was budgeted. Commissioner Chip Bertino moved to waive the bidding process, and Elder seconded it.
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Doub takes over as chief building inspector (July 12, 2019) Jake Doub has joined the town of Ocean City as the chief building official. With over 20 year’s experience in the construction industry, both in the field and in the office, Doub’s passion for building science has led him to becoming ICC certified as a building official, master code professional, coastal construction inspector, and as an ASFPM floodplain manager. Over his career, Doub obtained a total of 39 International Code Council certifications and has worked in both the private and public sector, giving
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him the ability to understand what it is like to be a client and customer. In addition, he fully understands the responsibilities that come with the enforcement aspect of
building codes. His career highlights include numerous opportunities to be involved with projects that vary from hospital facilities, metal extrusion factory, nuclear power generation facility, air-
ports, petroleum transportation depot, and many other developments in-between. “The first time I experienced the ocean was over 10 years ago, when I stayed oceanfront for a week vacation,” Doub said. “I fell in love with the Town of Ocean City and the ocean itself. After multiple return trips to Ocean City, I am excited to finally call this community my home.” In addition to his professional accomplishments, Doub is currently working on his BS in civil engineering, with a focus on structural engineering
and the goal of becoming a licensed structural engineer. When he is not working, you can find him in a beach chair relaxing at the ocean, reading an engineering book, or maybe trying to cook something on the grill. “We are excited to welcome Jake as the new Chief Building Official for the Town,” said Planning and Community Development Director Bill Neville. “He brings a diverse background of knowledge and experience and will be a great asset in the future development of our resort community.”
Long-delayed dog playground updates on tap Continued from Page 11 ternally.” Adkins said the materials and equipment are readily available. “I’m just looking for permission to help the recreation department,” he said. “I can knock out my part in two weeks or less in August.” Pending grant funding approval, Petito said other amenities, such as an artificial turf section and additional irrigation, would be added later. Petito said the in-kind assistance
from public works would enable the long-delayed project to get started. “This would at least give us the phase one we wanted to do, which is improve the amount of usable space at the dog park,” she said. Councilman John Gehrig, who serves as Recreation and Parks committee chairman, asked how much additional space the proposal would provide. Petito estimated the project would boost the space available for dogs by 58 percent.
“Right now we have 9,525 square feet of usable space. With this projection, we believe we can get to 15,001 square feet,” she said. While the minimum recommended space for a dog park is three-quarters of an acre, or roughly 36,000 square feet, Petito said the absolute minimum is half an acre, or 21,780 square feet. “It’s still a little bit too small to be an official dog park [but] it’s getting us closer,” she said. Applications for the latest round of
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Community Parks and Playground grants are due to Natural Resources by next month, Petito said. “We need your blessing to move forward,” she said. “We would like to submit another dog playground grant, with encouragement from DNR, to finish the niceties of this park.” The Recreation Committee voted in favor of submitting a Fiscal 2021 grant application by the August 21 deadline, with awards to be announced in May 2020.
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RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS West OC Best Buy
5 Bedroom West OC
This beautiful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhome is located in the amenity-rich community of Ocean Village. The property overlooks a scenic 5-acre lake. The main living space features an open floorplan, including a kitchen with hard-surface countertops with an island/bar and a great room that is divided by a fireplace with a built-in space for a television directly above it. The 2nd floor features the master suite, 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The master suite has plenty of storage with dual closets and access to a private balcony. Located only minutes away from Ocean City and Assateague National Seashore, there is plenty to keep you busy in the surrounding area. This community offers great amenities including a professionally managed club house, exercise room, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, fishing pond and more. This 38-Acre community is ideal for jogging, biking and walking your pets with an abundance of open green space. This property delivers a relaxing coastal lifestyle but close enough to enjoy all the area has to offer.
$255,000
Steps To The Beach
This spacious 4/5 bedroom 3 1/2 bath Home situated between Ocean City and Assateague Island National Seashore. In addition, the home features a large detached garage that is perfect for all those recreational toys and beach items. 10 foot first floor ceilings and 9' elsewhere, Nice moldings, over-sized master bedroom, gas fireplace, eat in kitchen area, Bayside is a luxury amenity- filled community minutes to the Beach, Boardwalk, Historic Berlin, Golfing and Assateague Island and includes a Kayak Dock/launch, Crabbing Pier, Clubhouse, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Tennis Courts, Fitness Center, Billards/Game Room & Playground. Great biking and jogging as well. Your HOA fee also includes all lawn maintenance, trash pickup and irrigation. Perfect home or vacation property.
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Golf Course Home • Berlin
This 2nd floor Two Bedroom Two Bath End Unit has been well maintained and is just steps to the Beach. This Masonry building has covered parking and is located in the highly sought-after area of Mid-Town. Features include open floor plan, new windows and doors, eat up kitchen bar, new HVAC system and has been freshly painted. There is access to the deck from master bedroom and living area. As a bonus there are views of the Ocean and Sunsets as this building in oriented East and West. Self managed building with a strong association. There isn't a nicer two bedroom, Ocean block unit on the market in a great location like this.
$250,000
1-level, 3BR/2.5BA overlooks golf course. Open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, full masonry brick FP w/gas insert, enclosed sun room, solid surface floors throughout. Conditioned crawl$309,000 space & large 2 car garage. Well-loved home with warm and unique character.
LAND & FARM LISTINGS Waterfront Lot • West Ocean City
112 Acre Farm • Berlin
At this price you will not find a view like this w/boat out your back door anywhere in this County!! Spectacular views of Unobstructed Bay, Ocean & Assateague Island National Seashore from this ready to build on Lot. Public Sewer. New Vinyl C locking bulk head $369,000 w/walk way. Direct access to bay or Ocean. Great location. Nothing else available like this or even at this price. Truly Delivers a Coastal Lifestyle.
This premier 112 acre tract is located just 6 miles from Ocean City and 2 miles from downtown Berlin. Property features 55+/- acres of quality tillable cropland and 57+/- of mature woodland. Currently two approved septic sites will option for additional sites. Property can be subdivided multiple times. Fantastic hunting and recreational uses. Ideal for a family compound, horses, recreational enthusiast or a private premier Estate Farm. The choice is yours. Additional adjacent 150 acres for sale for a total of 262+ acres.
123+ Acre Farm • Snow Hill
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Great Buy on this 123.51 Tract. Prime agricultural land w/67+/- of clear crop land & 56 acres of Mature woodland. Generational Family farm that has excellent soil types. Property would great for a family farmstead, recreational $498,500 hunting ground or horses. Excellent Waterfowl and Whitetail hunting opportunities.
$675,000
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Council considers $2.5 million line of credit By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) Discussions this week over establishing a $2.5 million revolving line of credit to provide bridge financing for capital projects before bond sale revenue can be obtained, evolved into a conversation about efforts to increase Ocean City’s general fund balance. Finance Director Chuck Bireley reviewed a proposal to open a $2.5 million line of credit with the Bank of Ocean City during a City Council work session on Tuesday. Bireley said the city’s financial advising firm, Wye River, had recommended entering into an unsecured revolving line of credit to provide short-term financing for land acquisitions and capital projects. “If the line of credit is used to finance a property acquisition or capital project, we will require a resolution to reimburse the town in the next bond issuance,” he said. The city received bids on June 26 from three of four financial institutions contacted for proposals earlier last month. “The Bank of Ocean City was the low bidder with a fixed rate of 2.9 percent for three years,” he said. Bireley said associated costs include an initial $2,500 fee to establish the line of credit and an annual $250 renewal
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fee. “We have no downside to worry about if interest rates … increase over the next three years,” he said. Councilman Dennis Dare asked Bireley what the current rate of return is on the city’s reserve fund balance. “I would say on average we’re about 2.5 percent,” Bireley said. Noting the return on investment from fund balance nearly equals the interest rate for the line of credit Dare questioned the need to pursue the proposal. “Historically, I thought we’ve used our fund balance to bridge these expenses that come up in between bond issuance,” he said. “That’s one of the reasons I was in favor of maintaining the constant tax rate, so that we’d have the opportunity to build our fund balance up from 15 to 20 percent.” Bireley said the credit line would only be intended for big-ticket expenditures. “This is geared mainly for something that would be over $1 million,” he said.
“In the past, I think we’ve used $1 million as kind of a cutoff [for] using fund balance.” While the million-dollar mark was not an official edict, Bireley said prior practice for financing high-dollar projects or property purchases outside of bond issuance was though standard bank loans. “Last year, when we financed the Jeep and trams purchase … if we had the line of credit at that time, our fees probably would have been a little less,” he said. Those types of scenarios were the basis for Wye River suggesting the city establish a line of credit, Bireley said. “On smaller dollar items, the intent is not to use the line of credit ... it would be to continue to use fund balance,” he said. Councilman Mark Paddack echoed Dare’s thoughts about increasing fund balance. “We went from a constant yield to a constant tax to allow for growth in our reserve fund,” he said.
Paddack asked Bireley to estimate the city’s current indebtedness for current bond-funded projects. Bireley said estimating the exact figure would be challenging, as the numbers are somewhat fluid. “We’re literally paying that down every month,” he said. Bireley did confirm the city had an outstanding balance of just over $101 million at the end of June 2018. “That would have decreased since then, so right now we’re looking at approximately $90 million,” he said. Following Dare’s thought process, Paddack also questioned the need to open the line of credit. Bireley reiterated that having an established line of credit would not preclude obtaining financing through fund balance. The council voted unanimously to send the proposal forward for first reading during its meeting on July 15. If approved the closing date for establishing the financing arrangement is Aug. 1.
RFP granted for children’s programs By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) The Worcester County Local Management Board will solicit requests for proposals for four programs for children, having received the Worcester County Commissioners’ approval Tuesday. Jessica Sexauer, director of the local management board, said each program allocated a maximum budget of $150,000 and is “funded through the local management board with support from the Governor’s Office for Children.” The local management board in this and Maryland’s other 22 counties, is the creation of the Maryland General Assembly to direct and coordinate services for youth and families. The four programs pursued by Worcester’s board would run from October 2019 to June 30, 2020. Sexauer said the programs aim to
help with mentorship, employment, incarceration, and trauma. She introduced the initiative during an April 2 county commissioners meeting. One program, “Building Bridges to Stable Families,” references several statistics showing the deep poverty in Worcester County. County Commissioner Chip Bertino lent his support to the effort. “I think this is worthwhile and I hope [your agency] get[s] the grant money,” he said. Forty-two percent of Worcester County public school students received free and reduced meals in 2018, according to data from the proposal. In 2017, 16.10 percent of Worcester County children lived below federal poverty guidelines. Depending on the number of people living in a household, those figures ranged from $12,060 with one person to $41,320 with eight people, according to the Department of Human
Services. Additionally, 3.47 percent of Worcester County Public School students were reported homeless in 2017, according to the state’s department of education. That’s higher than the 1.5 percent average for Maryland during the same year. “I mention that obviously because we have a problem here,” Bertino said. “I mention it also because, for those people in Annapolis who believe that Worcester County is one of the wealthiest, these statistics bear a different reality.” Bertino moved to approve the requests for proposals, which Commissioner Joshua Nordstrom seconded. The requests for proposals are due by 1 p.m. on Aug. 12. Interested parties should submit one original and five copies to the Office of the County Commissioners, Attn: Kelly Shannahan, Asst. Chief Administrative Officer, Worcester County Government Center, 1 W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863.
Senior activities funding approved By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) The Worcester County Commissioners unanimously approved an application for more than $50,000 in state funding for senior citizen programs last Tuesday. Senior Budget Accountant Kim Reynolds said the $54,608 operating fund grant would come from the Maryland Department of Aging and would go toward the county’s Commission on Aging and its activities for
area seniors during fiscal year 2020. The money would be divided between the county’s four senior citizen centers: • Northern Worcester County Senior Citizen, which serves 230 people. • Ocean City Senior Center, which serves 390 people. • Pocomoke City Senior Center, which serves 90 people. • Snow Hill Senior Center, which serves 140 people. Each facility would get $13,652, according to the proposal.
The centers already offer a variety of exercise classes, but organizers proposed holding a wellness reward program, as well as a cooking and nutrition series. She added the county commissioners were not required to match the money. Reynolds added the grant is “slated to be approved.” Commissioner Joseph Mitrecic moved to allow the funding request, which Commissioner Jim Bunting seconded.
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Wor. Planning Comm. tables rental license talk By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) It’s back to the drawing board for members of the Worcester County Planning Commission, who needed more time to issue a recommendation on a zoning section of the proposed countywide rental license program. Of the four pieces of legislation within the countywide rental license program, the zoning initiative has 17 sections that set requirements for the program. Tudor was tasked to update the bills’ language and streamline the overall process. Tudor said it required a recommendation from the county’s Planning Commission. Chair Mike Diffendal said he needed more time when discussing the matter during a meeting Wednesday. “If I was forced to vote today, I would
have to abstain, because I really don’t know what I’m voting on here in all honesty,” Diffendal said. Tudor understood Diffendal’s dilemma, and said he’d be happy Ed Tudor to allow the governing body more time as long as they made a recommendation prior to the public hearing during the Worcester County Commissioners’ Aug. 20 meeting. The Worcester County Commissioners held a work session during a July 3 meeting and discussed all factions of short term rentals within the program. Tudor said the short-term rentals are considered 28 days instead of 30 days because are because units are rented primarily on a weekly basis.
Planning Commission member Jerry Barbierri expressed his reservations “that there’s no inspection provision” included in the legislation. Tudor said there’d be no mandatory inspections, and properties would only be inspected if there was a complaint. Tudor also said the program would cover unincorporated areas in the county. Additionally, several Planning Commission members discussed the possibility of incorporating a software program similar to Talbot County, which it uses to identify short term rentals. Talbot County has been using Bear Cloud Software since June 2018 and is contracted to pay $1,250 per month for one year, according to Tudor’s memorandum. The software covers a variety of issues including licensing online applications and complaints.
“It also supports a very robust amount of data collection, information and reports about the rental properties themselves,” Tudor said in a January memorandum. Conversely, Tudor noted anyone advertising any short term rentals would need to list the rental license number. However, Tudor said the cost could be substantial, and the county spending at least $40,000-$50,000 per year. County Attorney Maureen Howarth stressed the importance of correcting the code before moving onto educating the public and implementing a strategy. “I don’t see us going down a path of having a complaint system,” Howarth said. Planning Commission member Brooks Clayville moved to table the matter, which Planning Commission member Richard Wells seconded. The vote was unanimous.
Police scholarship in honor of fallen officers By Josh Kim Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) Work like a captain, play like a pirate. This was the personal motto shared between Deputy Fire Marshal Ryan Whittington and his close friend Ocean City Police Department Officer Joshua Adickes.
Six years later, following the death of Adickes in a plane crash, Whittington maintains this view on life and hopes to memorialize the life of his friend through a police scholarship. “The Josh & Tommy Memorial Scholarship is an annual scholarship award that will provide financial assis-
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tance to graduates of the Ocean City Police Department Seasonal Police Academy for educational purposes,” Whittington said. “This scholarship is merit-based…one-time award of at least $500 annually.” On June 30, 2013, Adickes joined fellow OCPD officer Tom Geoghegan Jr., for a ride in Geoghegan’s 1980 Nanchang CJ-6A plane. Geoghegan attempted to pull an air maneuver known as a stall where the plane is flown vertically at full speed before stopping midair. The pilot then rolled the plane on its back, spinning it 22 times before it hit water. The National Transportation Safety Board determined that Geoghegan had lost situational awareness during the spins and misjudged his altitude, according to The Daily Times of Salisbury. Whittington spent a lot of his free time with Adickes and other members of OCPD and the Fire Marshal’s office. “Our friendship was more like a family,” Whittington said about Adickes. The night before the crash, Whittington and Adickes had spent the day at Northside Park, taking pictures on the
pier and eventually going to Dairy Queen. “No purpose, just to have fun,” Whittington said about their hangouts. Then the next day, the crash occurred, and Adickes lost his life. “Immediately after this tragedy happened, we had a bonfire on the beach,” Whittington said. The bonfire became a yearly ritual for friends and family to celebrate the life of Adickes and Geoghegan. The first night, Whittington remembered, around 200 people attended the bonfire. However, as the years went on, fewer people began to show up. Whittington acknowledged that it was just a reality of life. People move away, they get new careers or they have health problems of their own. Yet, he did not want the memory of his friend to fade away. “I was talking to Jeff Heiser about what can we do to make their memory live on,” he said. Heiser is an OCPD officer as well was a close friend of Geoghegan. It was then that the two decided to create the scholarship, so the memory of See AWARD Page 18 OUR 10TH SEASON!
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Award will preserve memories Continued from Page 16 their friends would not only be remembered, but also contribute to the life of a future public safety officer. “Josh loved his job and Ocean City,” Adickes mother Gerry Adickes said. “He would be thrilled to know that officers will be aided with their education in his name.” “I know that Tommy would be …so thrilled that this scholarship will benefit those seasonal police officers who wish to live a life of law enforcement,” Geoghegan’s mother Maureen Geoghegan said.
Whittington’s goal is to raise $10,000 to fund the scholarship so that even when he has retired, Josh and Tommy’s life would be remembered. “Josh taught me [that] you only have one life, and if you live it well enough, that’s all you need,” Whittington said. To support the Josh & Tommy Memorial Scholarship, you can donate a check to Josh and Tommy Police Scholarship, care of the Community Foundation, 1324 Belmont Avenue, Suite 401, Salisbury, Maryland, 21804.
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OCBP assists Israeli team in creating system By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) An Israeli start-up company is consulting with the Ocean City Beach Patrol to create its own higher-tech beach patrol system. Working with Ben Gurion University, the company wants “to save lives and solve challenges facing lifeguard operators.” Israeli team member Minna Jacobson spoke with Ocean City Beach Patrol Capt. Butch Arbin to discuss the Ocean City system and the challenges they face. Arbin emphasized that the biggest challenge is rip currents. Rip currents account for 90 percent of drownings on ocean beaches. They cannot be detected through thermal imaging and appear different on camera as opposed to the human eye. Jacobson wants to create a system that alerts users to drownings, children alone in water, rip currents, and dangers specific to particular beaches. “Any of the technology hasn’t really helped us because we have lifeguards with eyes on the water,” Arbin told Jacobson. Lifeguards are trained to recognize the same signs an automated system would find — a rip tide, a person alone in the rip tide, a swimmer person making no progress toward the shore — and can react more quickly, Arbin said. Arbin said any alert system call for
a response would be too late, considering that an Ocean City lifeguard would already be in the water by the time a beach-bound monitor got the message. “For 10 miles of beach, we’ll have 91 lifeguard stands,” Arbin said. “For those stands, we’ll have probably 120 people manning those stands.” Jacobson mentioned that they were considering installing cameras for the warning system to focus on intervention now and prevention later. Arbin said that the cameras can only cover so much ground. “As you move farther and farther away, it’s more difficult to get all the features,” Arbin told Jacobson. He explained that the Israeli team would need a camera every 100 meters for full coverage, which can be expensive and invasive. Jacobson said other Israeli beach patrols she spoke with only have three lifeguards at a time and are distracted by beach visitor questions and other needs. Arbin said that in the case of few or no lifeguards, an automated system would be useful. “If we help you save a life, then it’s absolutely worth my time,” Arbin said. Both Arbin and Public Education Coordinator Kristin Joson were concerned that the Israeli team was more focused on intervention than education. “Education is the first part of our
Ocean City Beach Patrol Capt. Butch Arbin discusses an Israeli start-up with Minna Jacobson. ELIZABETH BONIN/ OCEAN CITY TODAY
system,” Joson said. They also noted that the system did not seem to be cost-effective in comparison to hiring and training lifeguards. Arbin has helped about 10 other groups create or improve patrol systems, including Rio de Janeiro, St. Padre Island, Texas, and the U.S. Army during the Gulf War. The Ocean City Beach Patrol also helped the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration develop a rip current alert system. “It’s like a pat on the back that we’re
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Proposed subdivision clears hurdle By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) A proposed residential planned community near Ocean Pines cleared its first hurdle Wednesday, after the Worcester County Planning Commission accepted the step one concept plan. Evergreen Village on Beauchamp Road, just north of Route 589 would have 90 single-family homes, according to the proposal. Attorney Hugh Cropper IV, who represented Evergreen LLC, said a concept plan is “very preliminary.” Land Planner Robert Hand, of R.D. Hand and Associates Inc., also noted the area’s zoning, R-1 Rural Residential and RP, Resource Protection. The property owners would have access to several amenities, including a swimming pool, tennis courts, playground, and walking trails, according to the plan. Ocean Pines, the River Run subdivision and golf course as well as St. John Neumann School and church surround the proposed proj-
ect. In order to “reduce impacts to sensitive areas and non-tidal wetlands,” the concept plan does not include culde-sacs, according to Hand’s report. “The clustered design of Evergreen Village minimizes the consumption of land, optimizes open space and maximizes open space while reducing impervious surfaces,” Hand said. The River Run Sewer Treatment Plant would provide sewer capabilities to the subdivision, and the Ocean Pines service area facilities would allocate water services. “Evergreen Village will be an infill development and compliment the neighborhood,” Hand’s report said. Residents of the proposed project would also use Racetrack Road, or Route 589, a major area thoroughfare and state road. Maryland Department of Transportation and State Highway Administration also investigated the area, and they “do not anticipate the project will negatively impact the sur-
rounding state roadway network,” according to District Engineer James W. Meredith. However, Joe Price, facilities planner for Worcester County Public Schools, said the new 90 single-family homes could add to the student population in the northern part of Worcester County. If approved, Hand said construction would begin in fall 2020. Several members of the county’s planning commission had questions about safety with regard to the sidewalks and bike riders in the area. Cropper took note of their reservations and offered to take it under advisement. “I think that’s a step two detail, but we’ll take that into consideration and come back and address it one way or the other,” Cropper said. Planning Commission member Jerry Barbierri moved to accept the plan as presented, which Planning Commission member Betty Smith seconded. The vote was unanimous.
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Sewell sentenced to three years probation By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) Former Pocomoke City Police Chief Kelvin Sewell was sentenced to three years of probation on Tuesday after being convicted, for the second time, of criminal misconduct while in office following a trial in Worcester County Circuit Court in May. Judge W. Newton Jackson III sentenced Sewell to a term of three years’ incarceration, which he suspended in favor of three years of supervised probation. In a statement following the sentencing, State Prosecutor Emmet C. Davitt applauded the decision. “The verdict in this case upholds one of the most basic principles of American justice – that our laws be enforced without partiality or prejudice,” he said. In May, Sewell was summoned back
before a Worcester County jury to face charges of misconduct in office stemming from a vehicular collision in November 2014. In December 2016, a jury convicted
‘The verdict in this case upholds one of the most basic principles of American justice – that our laws be enforced without partiality or prejudice’ Emmet C. Davitt Sewell of misconduct in office, but cleared him of conspiracy charges, with the Maryland Court of Special Appeals granting the defense a second trial after an appeal to call expert witnesses. This was the second trial for Sewell
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During the 2016 trial, former Pocomoke Police Officer Tonya Barnes, who was the investigating officer, claimed Sewell interfered when she attempted to interview Matthews. Barnes said Sewell instructed her to record the incident as an accident, not a hit-and-run, as the damaged vehicles were unoccupied, and no one was injured. Prior to the misconduct trial, Sewell had filed a federal complaint of racial discrimination in March 2015 against the police department. In June, the complaint was amended to include the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office. After the Pocomoke City Council fired Sewell as police chief on June 29, 2015, the EEOC complaint was amended to include wrongful termination. In April 2016, the EEOC determined reasonable cause existed to accept that Sewell was “subjected to harassment in retaliation for protected activity[,]” and “discharged in retaliation for protected activity.” Prior to Sewell’s misconduct trial in December 2016, he joined Green and another former Pocomoke City Police Officer Franklin Savage, in a lawsuit against the town, state and county for Title VII violations of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, to which the U.S. Department of Justice also signed on. In March, Pocomoke reached an undisclosed settlement with the plaintiffs.
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Ballots must be submitted by 5 p.m., Aug. 7 By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) Ballots in this year’s Ocean Pines Board of Directors election were scheduled to be mailed to voters this week, as seven candidates vie for three seats on the board. Running this year are Tom Janasek, Larry Perrone, Camilla Rogers, Paula Gray, Shawn Kotwica, Edward Solum and Greg Turner, with the top three vote getters winning three-year terms. The newly elected directors will replace temporary board members Jeff
Knepper and Thomas Piatti, and fill the seat vacated by Esther Diller, who resigned her post in the spring. The cutoff for voter eligibility was July 3. Ocean Pines homeowners not eligible to vote are “not in good standing,” because they have outstanding violations or unpaid assessments. Under current Ocean Pines bylaws, homeowners on a monthly payment plan are ineligible to vote. Last year, 7,614 ballots were mailed and 3,119 were counted, a return rate of about 41 percent. Eighty ballots were rejected, with 66 of them disqualified be-
cause they were received after the voting deadline. With that in mind, the Elections Committee reminded property owners through its “Your Vote Counts” campaign to pay close attention to election deadlines and to ballot instructions. Ballots may be returned either to the ballot box inside the police department office in the Ocean Pines Administration Building on 239 Ocean Parkway or mailed to the Ocean Pines post office box in Berlin. The deadline is Aug. 7 at 5 p.m. Ballots will be counted and vote totals
announced on Aug. 9 at 10 a.m. in the East Room of the Ocean Pines Community Center on 235 Ocean Parkway. The election results will be validated on Aug. 10 at 10 a.m. during the annual meeting of membership in the Assateague Room of the Ocean Pines Community Center on 235 Ocean Parkway. For questions about the election, email elections@oceanpines.org. For questions about voter eligibility, contact Membership and Assessment Supervisor Ruth Ann Meyer at 410-641-7717 ext. 3031, or email rmeyer@oceanpines.org.
Groundhog in Ocean Pines positive for rabies By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) The Worcester County Health Department confirmed the eighth case of rabies this year, when a groundhog found in Ocean Pines on Manklin Creek Road tested positive on July 3. The seventh case was a fox found on May 20 in the Pocomoke area on Cherry Street. The first case this year was a raccoon found on Jan. 12 near Teal Circle in Ocean Pines. Others include a raccoon on Feb. 22 in Pocomoke, a fox on April 14 in Newark, a raccoon on April 16 in Pocomoke, and
a fox on April 22 in Snow Hill. According to Public Information Office Travis Brown, this year’s total is average. He added that rabies cases are cyclical, with some years spiking and others dropping. Last year was “a bit of a peak” at 26 confirmed cases, but nowhere near 2013 with 56 cases or 2009 with 52 cases. The health department states rabies warning signs as “fearfulness, aggression, excessive drooling, difficulty swallowing, staggering, and seizures.” If these signs are recognized, the department emphasizes calling them at 410-
641-9559 and Worcester County Animal Control at 410-632-1340. The health department website includes several recommendations when dealing with suspected rabid animals: • If you see a wild animal, such as a raccoon, skunk, fox, groundhog, opossum, or a feral cat behaving in a threatening or obviously sick manner, or should your pet be involved in an altercation with one of those animals, report immediately to your local police department or Sheriff’s office. • Prevent further contact by keeping pets and people away. If a pet or person has already had contact, it is important
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BJ’s on the Water's 39th annual canoe races took place last year, with about 42 teams competing. Hundreds of spectators watched the action from the deck of the 75th Street restaurant. MR Ducks won the competition. Ember’s took second and Guido’s finished in third.
BJ’s on the Water to present annual canoe races, Tues. By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) BJ’s on the Water’s annual canoe races, which returns for the 40th year to the 75th Street restaurant, will take place on Tuesday, July 16. Registration will begin on site at 10 a.m. on Tuesday with the races starting an hour later. The cost is $50 for a team of four, consisting of two women and two men. In addition, participants must be 21 or older with a valid ID and wear closed-toe shoes. “A lot of people call it the social event of the year,” Billy Carder, owner of BJ’s on the Water with his wife, Maddy, said. “It’s a day where restaurant employees can get together – really get together – not just at work and socialize.” The restaurant will provide the canoes, paddles and life jackets for the event. Participants can only register the day of the event. The races will kick off at 11 a.m. when the first man and woman teams will paddle around the island behind the restaurant, come back and tag their teammates, who will then hop into the canoe and complete the same half-mile route. “The nice thing about canoes is not too many people have been in one and almost no one knows how to paddle one, which makes it even more inter-
M.R. Ducks team of Haley Martin, Rex Siers, Annie Brown and Speedy Tracey won the 2018 event.
esting,” Carder said. “In the 40 years we’ve had it, I think the only difference between the two people that are involved in the race now and the ones who were involved in the race [during] the first one is their hairstyles … No one has still ever learned how to paddle a canoe.” The event first came to fruition when Carder wanted to bring more people into his business during the week. “When we first opened up, things were slow and I was trying to think of anything that could drum up business … particularly during the week,” Carder said. “With that island out there, it started [getting] me thinking it’s like a natural track.” Last year, 74 teams participated. More than one team can represent
a business, organization or restaurant. Seacrets, for example, has several teams competing each year, Carder said. The top three teams will win a trophy and cash prizes. The first-place team will have their name engraved on the official canoe race trophy along with the previous 39 winners and take home $600 and bragging rights. The trophy will remain on display at BJ’s. The second-place team will receive $400 and the third-place group will win $300. Each participant will also take home a souvenir T-shirt. They have become collector’s items over the years, Carder said. Last year, M.R. Ducks came in first place. Ember’s Blu Crabhouse finished See BJ’S Page 28
By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) The Ocean City Beach Patrol began its annual Junior Beach Patrol Academy this week, where children ages 10-17 can receive educational training about beach and ocean safety during four-day or oneday, hands-on sessions. “Already, five of [the classes] are full,” Capt. Butch Arbin said. “So basically, that means we already have close to 200 kids enrolled for the summer.” The academy started in 1992 and has prepared a number of lifeguards, known as surf rescue technicians, and five current crew chiefs. The academy is used to fulfill the education portion of the beach patrol’s three-part mission – education, prevention and intervention. This summer, over 150 youth ages 10-17 have registered for the academy, which takes place during a sixweek period. Last year, over 205 children participated, making it the busiest year in academy history. Depending on their age, participants can complete a one-week session or choose to finish multiple levels all in one summer. There are four regular levels, and one paid position. In any given session, half of the participants are residents and the others come from all over the United States and Canada. First-year Junior Beach Patrol Academy participants learn about rescue buoys, safety information and semaphore, otherwise known as flag communication. Second-year students study landline rescues and third-year participants gain experience with paddle boards. “I really liked the lifeguards and I’ve always wanted to be one when I grow up, so this is a great start for me,” said second-year participant Keller Zacharopoulos, 11, of Baltimore. “I like that we get to swim in the ocean and run and perform semaphore, which is very cool.” The fourth-year is the crew chief level. Students are placed in a leadership position and responsible for taking charge of a younger group, Arbin said. This year, there is one student who has reached the crew chief level and has completed the program five consecutive years. See FOUR Page 27
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Four-day, one-day sessions for Jr. Beach Patrol Academy Continued from Page 26 “My parents got me into it when I was younger, because they wanted me to be comfortable in the ocean, and it worked ... I love it,” Ocean City resident Atticus Silvaugh, 15, said. “It’s just a great way to be more comfortable in the ocean. It’s a great way to be safer on the beach.” After completing these levels, participants can apply for a fifth, paid position as a junior beach patrol assistant instructor. Some students join the Ocean City Beach Patrol at 17 years old. Silvaugh wants to follow this route. “I intend on being one of the helpers for this camp next year and then two years from now I hope to be a guard,” he said. During each academy, on the final day are competitions through an obstacle course with relays that include running, swimming and paddle boarding in addition to a graduation ceremony. Several afternoon camps will take place to accommodate the growing number of participants and there will be six one-day sessions on Thursday afternoons this year. According to Arbin, many junior academy students will go on to become fully licensed surf rescue technicians. “It really wasn’t originally developed as a recruiting program, but it’s turned out to be a great recruiting program for us,” Arbin said. “One of our crew chiefs, Josh Wilder, started
with us when he was 10 years old. He went through junior beach patrol, became an assistant instructor, then became a regular surf rescue technician and assistant crew chief. Now he’s a crew chief, but he’s also a teacher at Stephen Decatur [High School].” The Junior Beach Patrol Academy is a four-day program and runs from 8-11:30 a.m. every Tuesday through Friday, until Aug. 18. Participants should report to the Beach Patrol Headquarters on Talbot Street at 7:45 a.m. for the first day of camp. The six Thursday sessions take place from 1-5 p.m. each week, and participants should arrive at headquarters by 12:45 p.m. Children ages 10-17 must know how to swim to participate in the academy. “We started it because it really was about the education part of what we do,” Arbin said. “It really gives kids an idea educationally about the beach, about being safe in the ocean and being safe on the beach.” To sign up for the weekly camp or a Thursday session, visit www.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 $108 for Ocean City residents and $130 for non-residents with Thursday’s sessions costing $30 and $35.
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JUNIOR GUARDS Thirty students learn about the basics of water and beach safety in the Ocean City Beach Patrol Headquarters on Talbot Street during the first day of the Junior Beach Patrol Academy, Tuesday, July 9.
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BJ’s on the Water to host 40th annual canoe races Continued from Page 26 second and third place was awarded to Guido’s Burritos. “We have people that have been in it for years,” Carder said. “It’s open to all. Most people think, ‘Well, I couldn’t get a business to sponsor me.’ We don’t care about that … if you have $50 and you got two guys and two girls you can get into the canoe race.” Participants are asked to abstain from wearing glitter as part of their costumes, because it washes off in the bay and can cause environmental issues. The glitter could also interfere with the wildfowl sanctuary BJ’s on the Water has been building up for 39 years. As is tradition, no ducks will be fed during the duration of the races – an event held daily at 1 p.m. “We have an agreement with the ducks that day,” Carder said. “We usually send them to Fager’s Island or Seacrets for lunch, and that’s on us.” Drink and food specials will be of-
fered throughout the day. Customers can also view the races from inside the restaurant on several of the mounted televisions or watch directly from the start and finish line. Carder is proud to say at 40 years, the canoe race is one of the oldest consecutively-run events in Ocean City. “Next to the White Marlin Open, we’re [one of] the longest continuingrunning event in Ocean City,” he said. “[In addition], several establishments make this day their employee party. The owner will pick up the check for the all the employees.” Every year, the date of the canoe races is determined according to the highest tide in July to make sure the bay has enough water to last five hours of racing. Races will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Be a part of an Ocean City tradition,” Carder added. For more information, call BJ’s on the Water at 410-524-7575.
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Family and friends reunite for annual OC ‘Cocktail Party’ By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) Belly dancers, confiscated umbrellas, dollar tricks and a recovered stuffed cow are just a few of the many memories of the famous “Cocktail Party” at the Lankford Hotel that began in the 1960s and took place again this week. What it really is, however, is a family-and-friend reunion that began more than 50 years ago with three or four families. Since then, it has expanded to nearly 55 people, with family and friends coming to Ocean City from Baltimore, and as far as Florida, Chicago and Missouri. Family patriarch Owen Burns, 95, said that the reunion is always in Ocean City because “There’s no other place to go!” Mary Wroten began attending nearly 50 years ago. One of her favorite memories was when her aunt hired a belly dancer for Burns’ 75th birthday celebration. “She put on a performance on the deck and everybody on the Boardwalk stopped and created a mob — people we didn’t know,” Wroten said. “The whole Boardwalk was packed with people and the police came because it was too crowded.”
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About 45 friends and family members gather for their annual “Cocktail Party” at the Lankford Hotel on Eighth Street and the Boardwalk, Monday.
The belly dancer and the crowd had to go, she said. Roman Caperna recalls the “cow story.” After a night out, Caperna was riding the bus back to the apartment with a stuffed cow he won playing a game. A fellow vacationer asked if he
could buy the cow for $20. Caperna agreed. His son, distraught from the loss, wouldn’t stop crying until Caperna spent nearly $50 on a game to win another stuffed cow. “Everywhere I went, I got
‘mooed,’” Caperna said. The families have a full itinerary for the week – including their annual Wednesday bike ride. “After the bike riding, my dad would make bloody Mary’s,” Wroten See NUMEROUS Page 31
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Checking out the Boardwalk and ocean view at Shenanigan’s on Fourth Street, Saturday, July 6, from left, are Pennsylvania residents Russel Warren and Melissa Key and Merari Gonzalez, of Wilmington, Delaware.
Enjoying some drinks at Fish Tales on 22nd Street, Thursday, July 4, from left, are Rachel Brady of Massachusetts, and Silver Spring, Maryland residents, Torin Johnson, Kalen and Ryan Fitzgibbons and Ashley Wyman.
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Sampling various beers during the Beer Garden event at Fish Tales on 22nd Street, Thursday, July 4, from left, are Ocean City residents Alex and Christal Reinsmith, Tara Bradley of Ocean City and Richard String of Fenwick Island.
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Offering Jet Brewing beer samples during the Beer Garden event at Fish Tales on 22nd Street, Thursday, July 4, from left, are Spike Owen, Thomas Rupp and Mike McDonald of Baltimore.
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Sipping on some cool drinks in the hot weather at Ocean 13 on 13th Street and the Boardwalk, Saturday, July 6, from left, are Stephanie Smith, of Ocean City, and Samantha Berk and Bradley Raszewski of Odenton, Maryland.
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Enjoying a midday meal at Shenanigan’s Irish Pub on Fourth Street and the Boardwalk, Saturday, July 6, from left, are David Rodney and Chuck and Cari Saumenig of Glen Burnie, Maryland.
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Mary Wroten displays a small kaleidoscopes that hold pictures from over the years of family gatherings in Ocean City.
Numerous memories shared during annual OC gathering Continued from Page 29 said. While the adults enjoy the drinks, the kids typically cook nearly 100 pancakes and sausages at a different apartment with Burns. The group enjoys staying at the Lankford Hotel on Eighth Street and the Boardwalk because of the convenient location on the beach. Family matriarch Peggy Lighthiser, 90, remembers the party used to be held at a different location across the street. When they wanted to relocated it, Burns was the only one who didn’t want to move. “[Owen] said ‘Everybody who wants to stay with me step over the line,’” Lighthiser said. “Nobody stepped over the line. We didn’t budge.” Gayle Schemm, who hails from Florida and grew up in the Midwest, was amazed the first time she attended the party. “All kinds of families meet at the same time, as well as families we don’t get to see,” Schemm said. “That’s why I like it.” The party goers also return every
year for the original members who have since passed. Christy Ernest, Burns’ daughter, said they are remembered with loving hearts. “It’s bittersweet because it’s sad, but they’re the ones who started it,” she said. “Their presence is still felt.” Today’s members decorate the apartment walls with pictures to commemorate the older generations. One room, dubbed the “museum,” is filled with artifacts and pictures from cocktail parties of the past. “It’s generational,” Wroten said. “The kids come and then the grandkids come.” Ernest hopes the tradition continues with the younger generation, and has spoken to them about the future of the cocktail party. “They like the tradition,” Ernest said. “I think they would try to carry it on with their own changes.” Though nothing at the reunion can ever be expected, Wroten emphasized the foundation of the cocktail party. “The tradition of seeing every one is all that matters,” Wroten said. “It’s everything.”
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By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) The 25th annual Capt. Robert S. Craig Boardwalk Swim will take place Saturday, July 13, at 6:30 p.m. Craig led the Ocean City Beach Patrol from 1935-1986, the longest term for any captain. He was also the longestserving member of the organization. The Boardwalk swim honors the late captain for his many years of service. “Anyone can swim in this event,” Capt. Butch Arbin said. “[Even] for a person that doesn’t have a lot of experience in open water swimming, it’s great because we have a lot of safety out there.” Craig first began working for the Ocean City Beach Patrol in the 1920s and was promoted to captain in 1935. When he was not serving Ocean City in the summer, Craig would return to his high school teaching job at Principia, a Christian science university, in St. Louis, Missouri. One of the first procedures Capt. Craig 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. He also introduced the semaphore flag system to the patrol, and it is still used for communication between guards to supplement radio contact. This swim is also a fundraiser for the beach patrol’s annual awards banquet. “It actually helps offset the cost of our end-of-the-year awards banquet which the guards typically pay for,” Arbin said. “By doing this we can then reduce the cost of the banquet so that more and more guards can attend and we buy things that we otherwise wouldn’t be able to buy for the patrol. “We have a competition team that benefits from this … to send them to na-
tional and international competitions because they’re not compensated by the town,” he added. Last year, around 100 people participated in the swim. Participants are required to check-in on the day of the competition, pay the registration fee, and complete the proper paperwork before being permitted to compete. Registration includes a T-shirt for all participants as well as certificates and medals for the top three finishers in each category. Registration on site begins at 5 p.m. Competitors will swim a measured mile with the prevailing current to a finish line located at 14th Street and the beach. There are categories set for the swim by age and gender. Youth category begins with 13 years old and under, Juniors 14-16, Seniors 30-39, Master 40-49, and Veterans 50 and over. “A 12-year-old isn’t necessary competing against somebody that’s 20 years old,” Arbin said. “They can get registered by age and by gender. So there is a 12year-old girl category and a 12-year-old boy category … they all swim together, but because of where they register, we sort them out. The 10th person who crosses the line might be the first-place finisher for girls 12 and under.” The cost to participate is $30. Swimmers will meet on Saturday at 14th Street. Competitors will be taken to North Division Street and walk out to the water’s edge and swim north to 14th Street. If the current is going the other way, the tram will take the swimmers to the north end of the Boardwalk and participants will swim south to the 14th Street finish line. Competitors are expected to arrive no later than 6:30 p.m. For more information about the swim, contact the beach patrol headquarters at 410-289-7556.
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Ocean City Surf Club donates to OC Beach Patrol By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) The Ocean City Surf Club presented $1,500 to the Ocean City Beach Patrol on Monday, which will be used to help create and distribute children’s activity books promoting ocean and beach safety. Ocean City Surf Club President Tommy Vach and Vice President Rusty Ruszin donated the money to help raise awareness about ocean safety, a message that the Ocean City Beach Patrol shares. “The Ocean City Surf Club is a nonprofit organization and we have a lot of programs that help kids, like our Surf into Integrity program,” Vach said. “We also promote the children’s activity book, which we’re sponsoring, because it helps educate the kids in the community, both visitors and locals alike, to learn about the ocean, have respect for the ocean, make the right decisions when you’re in the ocean, never turn your back on it and just learn.” The children’s activity book is a free, informative coloring book created by the beach patrol which helps youth learn at a young age various important measures to take when vis-
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The Ocean City Surf Club donates $1,500 to the Ocean City Beach Patrol during its weekly meeting at the convention center on 40th Street, Monday, July 8.
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www.plimplazaoc.com July 12: Three on the Tree, 1 p.m.; Rogue Citizens, 7 p.m. July 13: Side Project, 1 p.m.; Permilla Project, 7 p.m. July 14: No Byscuyts, 1 p.m.; Wes Davis, 7 p.m. July 15: Dave Sherman, 1 p.m.; Dalton Elliott, 7 p.m. July 16: Remy & Smooth, 1 p.m.; Ray Holiday, 7 p.m. July 17: Mike Mead / Eric W, 1 p.m.; Murphy’s Law, 7 p.m. July 18: Jack & T, 1 p.m.; Spiffy & Friends, 7 p.m. COCONUTS BEACH BAR AND GRILL In the Castle in the Sand Hotel 37th Street oceanfront Ocean City 410-289-6846 www.castleinthesand.com July 12: Darin Engh, noon to 4 p.m.; Lime Green Band, 5-9 p.m. July 13: Kevin Poole & Joe Mama, noon to 4 p.m.; Top Dead Center, 5-9 p.m. July 14: Wes Davis Duo, noon to 3 p.m.; Identity Crisis, 4-8 p.m. July 15: Nate Clendenen, noon to 3 p.m.; Bob Wilkinson & Joe Smooth, 4-8 p.m. July 16: Sean Loomis Solo, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Bilenki Duo, 3:30-7:30 p.m. July 17: Smooth & Remy Duo, noon to 3 p.m.; Chris Button & Joe Mama, 4-8 p.m. July 18: Kevin Poole Solo, noon to 3 p.m.; The Rogue Citizens, 4-8 p.m. COWBOY COAST COUNTRY SALOON AND STEAKHOUSE 17th Street and Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-289-6331 www.cowboycoastoc.com July 12: Wicked Wayz, acoustic, 6 p.m.; Easton Corbin (ticketed event, doors open at 5 p.m.); DJ Tops Cut Off Team, 9 p.m. July 18: Throwback Thursday w/Rehab (ticketed event), 9 p.m. DUFFY’S TAVERN 130th Street in the Montego Bay Shopping Center 410-250-1449 www.duffysoc.com Every Friday: Bob Hughes, 5-8 p.m. Every Saturday: Karaoke w/DJ Chuck D, 8 p.m. to midnight HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 S. Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-1846 www.ocharborside.com July 12: DJ Billy T, 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. July 13: Chris Button, 2 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. July 14: Opposite Directions, 2-6 p.m. July 15: Blake Haley, 4 p.m.; DJ Billy T, 8 p.m.
July 16: Dust N’ Bones, 6 p.m. July 17: Dock Party w/DJ Billy T, 4 p.m. July 18: Opposite Directions, 6 p.m. HOOTERS 12513 Ocean Gateway West Ocean City 410-213-1841 www.hootersofoc.com July 12: DJ BK, 4-8 p.m. July 13: Classic Vibe, 4-8 p.m. M.R. DUCKS BAR & GRILLE 311 Talbot St. Ocean City 410-289-9125 www.mrducksbar.com July 12: Side Project, 5 p.m. July 13: Eleven Eleven, 5 p.m. July 14: Bird Dog & The Road Kings, 4 p.m. July 17: DJ Batman, 5 p.m. MAD FISH BAR & GRILL 12817 Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-2525 www.madfishoc.com July 12: Ray Holiday, 6-10 p.m. July 13: The Poole Brothers, 6-10 p.m. July 14: Funk Shue, 2-6 p.m. July 15: DJ Electron, 9 p.m. to midnight July 17: Sean Loomis, 5-9 p.m.; Karaoke w/DJ Chuck D, 9 p.m. to midnight OCEAN 13 13th Street on the boardwalk Ocean City www.Ocean13ocmd.com Every Sunday: DJ Jeremy, tiki bar, 8 p.m. Every Thursday: Michael Smith, 8 p.m. OCEAN CLUB NIGHTCLUB In the Horizons Restaurant In the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel 101st Street and the ocean Ocean City 410-524-3535 www.clarionoc.com Every Friday and Saturday: DJ Dusty, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. July 12-13: On the Edge, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Lenny’s Deck Bar July 12-14: First Class, 5-10 p.m. July 15-16: On the Edge, 5-10 p.m. July 17: On the Edge, 4-9 p.m. July 18-21: On the Edge, 5-10 p.m. OCEAN PINES YACHT CLUB 1 Mumford’s Landing Road Ocean Pines 410-641-7501 www.oceanpines.org July 12: Honey Extractor, 6-10 p.m. July 13: Over Time, 6-10 p.m. July 14: Great Train Robbery, 6-10 p.m. July 18: No Byscuyts, 6-10 p.m. PICKLES 706 Philadelphia Ave. Ocean City 410-289-4891
www.picklesoc.com July 12: Beats by Jeremy, 9 p.m.; Ray & the Revolvers, 10 p.m. July 13: Lime Green, 9 p.m. July 14: Karaoke w/Jeremy, 9 p.m. July 16: Beats by Adam Dutch, 9 p.m. July 18: Beats by Wax, 9 p.m. PURPLE MOOSE SALOON 108 S. Atlantic Ave. Ocean City 410-289-6953 www.purplemoosesaloon.com July 12-13: Doc Marten & The Flannels (aka Dirt), 10 p.m. July 14-15: Signal, 10 p.m. July 16-17: DJ Mazi, 9 p.m. July 18: High Voltage (AC/DC tribute band), 10 p.m. SEACRETS 49th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-4900 www.seacrets.com July 12: Bobby-O on De Bay, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Jim Long Band, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 1 p.m.; DJ Mike T, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; Innasense, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; Split Decision, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; DJ Bobby-O, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m. July 13: Yogivibez Fest, 8 a.m to 1 p.m.; Cruz-in de Bay, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Light Up the Moon, 1-5 p.m.; Innasense, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Cruz, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Lima Bean Riot, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; DJ Tuff, 10 p .m. to 1:50 a.m.; DJ Bobby-O, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; Steal The Sky, 10 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. July 14: Bobby-O on De Bay, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; DJ Magellan, 4-8 p.m.; Triple Rail Turn, 5-9 p.m.; Innasense, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; The Event Horizon, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; DJ Davie 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m. July 15: Bobby-O on De Bay, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Full Circle, 5-9 p.m.; Michael Franti & Spearhead (ticketed event), 611 p.m.; Rising Sun Reggae, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Davie, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m. July 16: Bobby-O on De Bay, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Opposite Directions, 5-9 p.m.; Michael Franti & Spearhead (ticketed event), 6-11 p.m.; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Rising Sun Reggae, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Mike T, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m. July 17: Bobby-O on De Bay, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Full Circle Duo, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Cruz, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Zion Reggae Band, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; The Rockets, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; DJ Mike T, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m. July 18: Bobby-O on De Bay, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; The Freddie Long Band, 5-9 p.m.; 9 Mile Roots, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; DJ Cruz, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Tuff, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; Go Go Gadjet, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; DJ Bobby-O, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m. SHENANIGAN’S IRISH PUB AND GRILLE
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NOW PLAYING 309 N. Atlantic Ave. Ocean City 410-289-7181 www.ocshenanigans.com July 12-13: Marty McKernan, 9 p.m. July 14-15: The Dueling Pianos, 9 p.m. July 18: Seamus Kelleher, 9 p.m. SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE 66th Street, bayside Ocean City 410-723-6762 www.skyebaroc.com July 12: Test Kitchen, 4-8 p.m. July 13: Marcella Peters, 4-8 p.m.
July 14: TBA, 4-8 p.m. July 17: Marcella Peters, 4-8 p.m. July 18: Rick & Lennon LaRicci, 4-8 p.m. SUNSET PARK S. Division Street, bayside Ocean City 410-289-7739 www.ocdc.org July 18: British Invasion Experience (Beatles and other British Groups Tribute Band), 7 p.m. TRADER LEE’S LIVE
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Cooling off under an Ocean 13 umbrella at the 13th Street restaurant, Saturday, July 6, are Natalie and Eric Pardee, of Dover, Delaware.
Rick and Terry Kuta of Ocean City show their patriotism at Fish Tales on 22nd Street, Thursday, July 4.
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OCSC donation to be used for children’s activity books Continued from Page 33 from local charities, like the Ocean City Surf Club. “It’s in such high demand we’ve been receiving donations from the Ocean City Surf Club to make it continue,” Ocean City Beach Patrol Public Events Coordinator Kristin Joson said. “We hand them out at all of our outreach opportunities.” The key factor here, Ruszin said, is educating the children. “It ties in with the education mission of both organizations,” Ruszin said. “We sponsor this kid’s activity book, which we think and see as a major educational tool and we also couple with [the beach patrol] at the junior beach patrol sessions on Fridays. They grant us about 15 minutes
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(July 12, 2019) Bob Harrison has been named Habitat for Humanity of Worcester County’s ReStore Volunteer of the Month. Harrison volunteers three days a week answering the phone and running the register, making him the first interaction for many donors and customers contacting the ReStore. “Bob is a go-to guy. He approaches volunteering with professionalism and kindness,” said Linda Myers, the Restore volunteer coordinator. “He provides callers with all of the information they need, which takes a lot of work off the staff’s plate. He’s consistent, he picks up extra hours, and he’s our main cashier. We can always count on Bob.” A lifelong shore resident, Harrison is originally from Fruitland, ran an irrigation business in Whaleyville with his late wife, and now lives in Berlin. Since retiring in 2006, he has actively sought ways to serve, including volunteering for the Worcester County Humane Society. He was referred to the ReStore after calling the Berlin Chamber of Commerce to look for another volunteer opportunity. “I came in to the ReStore on a Tuesday, and they had me start on Wednesday,” he said. “I’ve been here ever since. “I like it because of the people. They’re all good people here – the volunteers are just good people. If you want to volunteer, come here. There’s never a dull moment It’s fun, and you’re giving back.” The mission of the ReStore is im-
to help in the education process. “The more the younger kids get into that education mode – respecting the ocean, knowing how to behave on the beach, knowing what to look for from the beach patrol – the better prepared they are,” he continued. The children’s activity books can be found at the Ocean City Beach Patrol headquarters on Talbot Street, downtown, and at events sponsored by both the beach patrol and Ocean City Surf Club, as well as local restaurants and businesses in the resort. “We hope to do more in the future. We want to build on from this. We want to continue to grow in the right direction,” Vach said.
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portant to Harrison. He appreciates being able to see the proceeds from donated goods go directly into Habitat for Humanity’s local projects. “It all goes full circle,” Harrison said. The ReStore is a nonprofit home improvement store and donation center that sells new and gently used furniture, appliances, home accessories, building materials, and other items to the public at fraction of the retail price. Proceeds go to Habitat for Humanity of Worcester County, and are used to help build strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter for local families. The Habitat ReStore is located at 9026 Worcester Highway in Berlin and is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Volunteers are always needed. Contact volunteer@habitatworcester.org to get involved.
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Walker’s recipe for smoked salmon parfait By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (July 12, 2019) The process of making a decision is based on calculated choices and personal preference. This progression is the foundation and criteria that determines one’s level of success. A chef is no exception to the rule and must question and examine each and every component of his work. This detailed and intellectual interest is what supports and defines creativity. The art of entertaining encompasses the same scrutiny if perfection is to be achieved. Particulars are a key factor, and it is these intricate touches that ultimately distinguishes one host from another. Appetizers, main courses, side dishes and desserts are part of the equation for a fabulous occasion, but let us not forget the almighty amuse bouche and all of its splendor. An amuse bouche is a bite-sized hors d’oeuvre which translates to, “to please the mouth.” It is a tempting appetizer that a chef presents at the beginning of a meal. This dish symbolizes a greeting from the chef, an acknowledgement of the diner’s patronage, and is also a way for a chef to show off their creativity. However, an amuse bouche should not be limited to professional chefs. It can also be a host’s best friend. Home cooks should follow suite and become acquainted with these tempting little bites. The amuse bouche came into being around the time when French chefs developed “nouvelle-cuisine,” an era where fine dining became infamous for its smaller portions and whimsical presentations. The focus was on tasting the natural flavors while moving away from the traditional heavy sauces and marinades. It was also a time where chefs started being competitive, striving to outdo each other in originality. The simplest form of food was deconstructed and reconstructed to new heights never believed possible. However, amuse bouches became unfashionable during the 80s and were almost forgotten. But over the years, the tasty morsels have come back into the limelight and for good reason. They are a great way to incorporate an expensive item into your menu at an affordable price. The small portions, literally are small enough to pop in your mouth. In fact, an amuse bouche can be small enough to be served on a spoon.
When preparing an amuse bouche, remember presentation is a vital part of the experience. Allow your imagination to guide you to the level of artistry where your plate is your canvas. It is also a good idea to keep in mind the rules for plating. Height is the first thing your eyes notice when a course is being served. Color also stands out and should be a major consideration. Finally, incorporate texture into your offering. No matter how small your portions are, you want them to stimulate your palate and evoke wonderment. A smoked salmon parfait layered with soft cheese that has been infused with lemon and herbs is delectable indeed. The tiny appetizer is served in
3-inch shot glass and is accompanied with a little spoon. Nova salmon is very expensive and hard to find, but Harris Teeter sells it at $14.99 a pound. These bites are small pieces and not perfect slices, which makes them ideal for a parfait since they will be coarsely chopped. Eight ounces of Nova bites will run you about $10, but you will have enough for approximately 10 appetizer portions. Remember, the shot glasses are only 3-inches tall. The cheese filling consists of Boursin’s Garlic and Herb blend, sour cream, fresh lemon juice and dill. How simple is that? Salmon caviar can be used as a garnish but this is optional. The See PRESENT Page 39
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GUEST SPEAKER Todd Ferrante visited Berlin Intermediate School to speak to an after school community connections group about the benefits of volunteering in the community. Pictured along with Ferrante are Shawn Smith, Daniel Gallo, Ethan Halbauer and Jermaine Farmer.
DONATION During the monthly luncheon meeting of the Republican Women of Worcester County on April 25, at Mad Fish Restaurant in West Ocean City, a check was presented to Cynthia Malament, left, for "Flags for Heroes.� She is pictured with Vera Beck, RWWC Caring for America chairperson.
CYBERSURGEONS Worcester Prep Upper School A.P. Biology teacher Tom Westcott, assists sophomores, from left, Kat McCormick, Chipper Becker and Sophia Ludt, whose team correctly diagnosed and discharged the highest number of patients in the past six years of participating in the CyberSurgeons simulation. Sarah Butler was also a member of their team.
TOUR The Arcadia Chapter of The Questers recently visited Trimper's Amusement Park for a historical tour. Trimper's is the oldest single-family run amusement park in the United States. Group members are standing in front of the carousel, which was built in 1912.
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The Delmarva Hand Dance Club donated $500 to the American Legion Riders Post 19 to benefit veterans that the Legion Riders have adopted at the Veterans Nursing Home. Pictured are officers and members of the club with the Legion Riders.
Showell Elementary third graders enjoy freezer pops as a reward for completing at least 20 steps in their reading log during one week. Pictured, from left, are Aston Conley, Bryce Baker, Aiden Noonan and Damien Dietz.
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Present parfait in shot glasses Continued from Page 37 caviar is placed on the spoon so your guests have the option to eat it by itself or mix it in the parfait. The shot glasses can be purchased at Amazon or any store that specializes in cookery for entertaining. These glasses with matching spoons are a must for those who enjoy having company. In closing, a smoked salmon parfait is elegant, delicious and quite impressive. Sometimes less is better! Enjoy.
Smoked Salmon Parfait 2 (5.2 oz) Garlic & Fine Herbs Boursin cheese 4 tablespoons sour ream 4 splashes fresh lemon juice 2 teaspoons fresh or dried dill
8 ounces smoked salmon fresh dill as a garnish salmon caviar as a garnish (optional) 1. In a medium bowl, using a handheld mixer, blend the cheese, sour cream, lemon juice and dill. Place mixture in a piping bag with a tip of choice. Set aside. 2. Coarsely chop the salmon. 3. Layer the cheese mixture with the salmon in the shot glass. Using a piping bag for the cheese filling makes the layering process much easier and looks better. 4. Garnish the plate with fresh dill and salmon caviar. This recipe will make approximately 10 appetizer portions. Secret Ingredient – Originality. “Originality is simply a pair of fresh eyes.” – Thomas Wentworth Higginson
Teacher bag donations sought (July 12, 2019) For the first time, Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services in partnership with the Greater Ocean City, Ocean Pines, Berlin and Snow Hill chambers of commerce are asking for donations to fill bags for the new teachers of Worcester County. Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services is encouraging local businesses and nonprofits to provide items for the upcoming school year. Many of these teachers are new to the area and Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services thinks it is important to make them feel welcome and educate them on local businesses and the community at-large. The project also serves as a free advertising campaign for businesses choosing to donate. This program has been a staple at the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce for teachers in Wicomico County for several years. Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services is requesting 100 items per business to place into the bags.
Accepted donations include advertising pieces, coupons, promotional products, or goods with a company logo. It is suggested that submissions be physical items rather than paper products as teachers find them more useful. Those interested in donating should deliver items to the Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services offices no later than Aug. 15. The offices are located at 124 North Main Street, Suite C, in Berlin. Volunteers are also needed for the “bag stuffing” event on Aug. 16 at noon in the Ray (located within WYFCS offices.) For more information, call Morgan Coulson, communications coordinator at 410-641-4598 or email mcoulson@gowoyo.org. Those seeking to donate may also contact their local Chamber of Commerce: Berlin: 410-641-4775; Greater Ocean City: 410-213-0552; Snow Hill: 410-632-0809; Ocean Pines: 410641-5306.
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Sand holes can collapse and kill, OCBP warns By Kristin Joson Contributing Writer (July 12, 2019) I have come to realize that most people have no idea that digging deep holes in the sand can be dangerous. Whenever you go to the beach, you will see people of all ages digging in the sand. Digging a hole is normally viewed as a chore, however, at the beach it suddenly becomes a fun way to pass the time. Lifeguards know that these holes, even fairly shallow ones, can collapse and kill. They monitor digging holes and will inform diggers that the sand can be a serious hazard.
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gencies such as these. They performed CPR and this story had a happy ending. In fact, we still keep in touch with the family who remains forever grateful. For some hole diggers, the story can have a deadly ending. We try to tell people about the dangers of digging holes in the sand before their, often-intricate, pit digging plans get too far underway. There is something about a day at the beach that makes people want to dig and most people don’t realize the dangers. Digging a shallow hole to lie down in and get covered up for a picture is funny and safe. But anything deeper than the knee is not. Out on the beach digging holes has become just another part of the vacation, like looking for sand crabs or eating fries on the Boardwalk. Our surf rescue technicians always do their best to monitor the different situations on the beach, but on a day when the water is busy and the beach is crowded with umbrellas, diggers can make dangerous amounts of progress in the sand, not even realizing the potential for danger, before they are asked to fill in their holes. Surf rescue technicians are often asked by hole diggers why deep holes are not allowed. Let us review the facts. Deep holes are dangerous just about anywhere they are found and people usually try to avoid falling into them. Sand holes are particularly dangerous because they can collapse on the people digging them. Also, the vacation-oriented mindset of hole diggers clouds judgment and people tend to underestimate the possible dangers of jumping in and out of a giant sandpit.
Many times, people want to get their picture taken in the hole that they dug not realizing that at any given moment the sand can cave in around them. Once a person is buried in the sand it is very difficult if not impossible to dig them out and have a positive outcome. Sand shifts back into place even as people try to move the sand off of a trapped victim. Interviewing several people that attempted to help the 11-year-old boy referred to in the above Ocean City emergency confirmed that this was exactly what was happening to them. As they feverishly attempted to remove the sand that was trapping the boy, more sand just as quickly took its place. One might be amazed that it would take 40 people 30 minutes to free a buried victim. Just as a person can drown in a small amount of water, it does not take a very deep hole to trap a child and once trapped due to the nature and instability of sand holes, a person could perish before being freed, hence the rule that the hole may only be as deep as the knee of the smallest person in the group of people digging the hole. I have heard some people say that people being buried alive under the sand is an old wives tale that lifeguards use to scare people into obeying a rule. Let’s look at the startling statistics. More than several dozen young people have been killed over the last decade on beaches in the United States when their hole or sand tunnel collapsed on them. Harvard researcher, Bradley Maron, who has been tracking sand hole collapses worldwide for the past See FILL Page 43
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REWARDED Showell Elementary third graders were rewarded for completing at least 20 steps in their reading log during one week. Pictured, from left, are Athena Curtis, Callie Cutlip, Clara Hoopes and Alexis Blake.
SCHOLARSHIP Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 1091, Ocean City, presented its first Barry Berger Memorial Scholarship to Stephen Decatur NJROTC Cadet Andre Nieto on June 3. Cadet Nieto, who will attend Salisbury University, was awarded $2,000. This scholarship was named in honor of Barry Berger, a native of Ocean City, who was killed in the Vietnam War. He is pictured with Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 1091 President Gerry Barron.
MOCK TRIAL TEAM The Worcester Preparatory Upper School Mock Trial team completed its ninth year, finishing in second place in the Wicomico/Worcester County circuit.
PHOTO COURTESY OLGA BISULTANAVA
CLEANING UP Ocean Pines Swim Team members and coaches spent the morning of May 25 cleaning up the grounds surrounding the Worcester County Veterans Memorial at Ocean Pines.
ANNIVERSARY An anniversary party to celebrate 39 years since the chartering of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City on Feb. 20, 1980, was held May 15 in the Ocean Pines Community Center. Kiwanis Capital Division 5 Lt. Governor Robin Marks is pictured with Kiwanis Club President Dick Clagett.
TEAMWORK Worcester Prep sixth graders Maxine Ruggerio, left, and Jayden Scopp work as a team on the e-Mission Operation Montserrat.
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Fill holes before leaving beach Continued from Page 40 decade says that 60 percent have been fatal. When you look at sand hole collapses worldwide the number dramatically increases and if you look at entrapments that do not end in the death of the trapped individual, the statistics would report hundreds each year. Interestingly, people always ask about sharks, which have never been a problem in Ocean City, however, national statistics comparing sand hole collapses to shark attacks confirms that you are far more likely to experience a sand hole collapse than a shark attack. (A person has a 1 in 3,748,067 chance of a shark attack fatality). So instead of asking every lifeguard how many shark attacks there were this year, people should ask, how many sand hole collapses occurred. It is unbelievable that a vacation could end so tragically, but it does happen. Use your common sense and keep your hole digging to a safe depth.
Remember, if you do dig a hole, never leave it unattended and make sure that you fill it in before you leave for the day. As our dunes are recovering from this past winter’s storms and trying to become more substantial, the dune grasses are flourishing. We are finding that children are being drawn to play in the dunes and dig. Although this has never been allowed, we want to urge parents and beach patrons to stay off the dunes to allow them to grow and continue to protect our beach. The Ocean City beach has one of the cleanest, finest sand you will find anywhere. Enjoy it, but please do so in a safe manner. One thing that you can always do to remain safe is limit beach activity to a time when lifeguards are on duty. The last two sand hole fatalities that occurred in Ocean City were after the serf rescue technicians went off duty. Yes, people have died in sand holes on our beach. Remember to always keep your feet in the sand until the lifeguard’s in the stand. It could save a life, yours!
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Graduates Carolyn Miller Cragway, of Berlin, has earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and Gabriel Leor, of Ocean City, has earned his Bachelor of Science in Marketing Management from Western Governors University. The online, nonprofit university held its 70th (Orlando, Florida), 71st (Cincinnati, Ohio) and 72nd (Anaheim, California) commencement ceremonies this year to celebrate the graduation of more than 22,000 stu-
dents from across the country. WGU has recognized 13,244 undergraduate and 8,930 graduate degree recipients, who have completed their degrees in the last six months. Their areas of study include business, K-12 education, information technology, and health professions, including nursing. The average time to graduation for those earning a bachelor’s degree was two years, four months, while the average time to degree for graduate programs was one year, seven months.
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OC HISTORY Members of the Ocean Pines Players perform “Petticoat Regime” in front of the Ocean City LifeSaving Station Museum on the Boardwalk, Monday. The play focuses on the stories of four women and their journey to Ocean City. It is part of the daily free programs offered by the museum.
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South end to 28th Street ■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-2897192, www.captainstableoc.com $$-$$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Family-owned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott. ■ COINS 28th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410524 3100, www.coinspub.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Casual dining atmosphere for families. Crab cakes, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood. Everything homemade. Happy hour 3-6 p.m. and early bird 4-6 p.m. Daily specials. ■ THE CORAL REEF CAFE / HEMINGWAY'S RESTAURANT 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612, www.ocsuites.com/dining $-$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Four-story atrium cafe and an elegant dining room, Floridian/island-style cuisine, fresh seafood, fresh cuts of meat, farm-totable produce, artisanal desserts, hearty sandwiches and much more. ■ COWBOY COAST COUNTRY SALOON AND STEAKHOUSE 17th Street, Ocean City 410-289-6331, www.cowboycoastoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Hand cut steaks, beer can chicken and fresh seafood. We even pickle our own pickles for the best fried pickles you’ve ever had. Kids ride for free on OC’s only mechanical bull. Nightly drink specials, live music and national concert acts. ■ THE DOUGH ROLLER South Division Street and Boardwalk 410-289-3501; 3rd Street and Boardwalk 410-289-2599 $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Breakfast served daily at West OC, 3rd, 41st, and 70th street locations. Dayton’s Boardwalk famous fried chicken and seafood, cooked to order at S. Division Street. Check out our new bar and happy hour specials at our new West OC location. Order online at www.TheDoughRoller.com. ■ FISHTALES BAR & GRILL 21st Street and the Bay, Ocean City 410-289-0990, www.ocfishtales.com $-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar FishTales located in a premier outdoor beach location on the bay with the best sunsets. Come for the best local fare. We offer lunch and dinner with great happy hour food and drink specials. Kids play area too. So sit back and enjoy. ■ FROG BAR Inlet Village, Ocean City 410-289-3764 $$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open daily, 8 a.m. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Two-hour parking available at the Inlet Village parking lot (under the bar) free for bar patrons. Great place to sit and have a beer and relax. Enjoy appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers and chowders while enjoying the view of the inlet and Assateague Island. ■ HARBOR WATCH 806 S. Atlantic Ave., Inlet, Ocean City 410-2895121, www.harborwatchrestaurant.com $$-$$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Bringing Ocean City the freshest seafood, an awardwinning Raw Bar along with certified Angus Beef. Great view of the Ocean City Inlet and Assateague Island. Call for Banquet information. Hours are Friday and Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. ■ HOOTERS 5th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-2892690, www.hootersofoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Traditional or boneless wings, burgers, quesadillas, tacos and healthy salads. Seafood selections with Alaskan snow crab legs and Maryland steam pots. Pet friendly oceanfront patio. ■ PHILLIPS SEAFOOD, CRAB HOUSE 21st Street, Ocean City 410-289-7747, PhillipsSeafood.com $$-$$$ | Full bar Traditional dining, buffet and carry out. Early Bird Menu when seated between 3-4 p.m. All-you-can-eat buffet. Voted OC’s Best Buffet. Featuring more than 100 items including snow crab legs, carving station, madeto-order pasta, handmade crab cakes and so much more. ■ VICTORIAN ROOM RESTAURANT Dunes Manor Hotel, OCEANFRONT at 28th and Baltimore Ave, Ocean City 410-289-1100, www.dunesmanor.com $$ - $$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Open year round. Oceanfront dining atmosphere with local, farm to table/sea to table cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Friday and Saturday, till 10 p.m.). Also Zippy Lewis Lounge with happy hour from 4-7 p.m., featuring Craft Beer selections and appetizer menu; Milton’s Out Door Cafe; and the Barefoot Beach Bar in season.
MIDTOWN 29th to 90th streets ■ 32 PALM 32nd Street, in the Hilton Suites, Ocean City 410289-2525, www.oceancityhilton.com/dining $$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Western Caribbean cuisine, Eastern Shore favorites, extensive wine list and gourmet desserts. ■ BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street, Ocean City 410-524-7575, www.bjsonthewater.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Entire dining menu served 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week, year-round. Daily specials, daily duck feeding. Entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. No cover. Available for parties and banquets. Indoor and outdoor dining. ■ COCONUTS BEACH BAR AND GRILL Castle in the Sand Hotel, 37th St & the Beach, Ocean City 800-552-7263, www.castleinthesand.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Beachfront open-air dining in a tropical setting. Serving grilled sandwiches, specialty salads, appetizers, wraps, tacos and frozen drinks, beer and wine. Live entertainment. Happy Hour daily, 5-6 p.m., 2-for-1 drink specials. Waitress service on the beach Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Coconuts is open daily 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., weather permitting. ■ THE DOUGH ROLLER 41st Street and Coastal Highway 410-524-9254; 70th Street and Coastal Highway 410-524-7981 See description under downtown location. ■ DRY 85 OC 12 48th Street, Ocean City 443-664-8989, www.DRY85.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Steps from the beach. Gourmet “stick to your ribs” home cooking. A made-from-scratch kitchen with every sauce and every dressing hand crafted. It’s that attention to detail that takes the concept of burgers, fries, pork chops and wings and turns them completely on their head. Late night bar. Seasonal outdoor seating. ■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE 31st Street, Ocean City 410-289-2581, higginscrabhouse.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Known for all-you-can-eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs. ■ JOHNNY’S PIZZA PUB 56th Street, Ocean City 410-723-5600, www.johnnyspizzapub.com $ | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Featuring homemade pizzas, 18 gourmet pizzas, a variety of calzones, subs, burgers, sandwiches and jumbo wings with 20 different sauces. Carry out, delivery or dine in. ■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ 67th Street Town Center, Ocean City 443-664-5639, www.longboardcafe.net $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving lunch and dinner. Lite fare to dinner entrees offering a variety of burgers, paninis, sandwiches and salads. The "veggies" menu features wrinkled green beans. Signature house libiations and signature entrees made with ingredients from local farms and fisheries. A family restaurant. ■ MARLIN MOON 3301 Atlantic Ave., in the DoubleTree Ocean City 410-280-1201, www.marlinmoonocmd.com $$ | Full bar Featuring Executive Chef Gary Beach. Fresh cuisine featuring locally sourced seafood, steaks and vegetables. Small plate appetizers, fresh salads. Local craft beers and cocktails. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. ■ RED RED WINE BAR OC 12 48th Street, Ocean City 443-664-6801, www.RedRedWineBar.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Steps from the beach. Coastal cuisine with a focus on local seafood and hand tossed pizzas plus artisanal cheeseboards. 35+ wines By the Glass, 120+ By the Bottle. Flights. Luxurious colors and custom built couches. Late night bar. Seasonal outdoor seating. ■ SEACRETS 49th Street, Ocean City 410-524-4900, www.seacrets.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Island atmosphere. Soups, salads, Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood. ■ SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762, www.skyebaroc.com $-$$ | Reservations | Full bar Lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Happy hour, 3-6 p.m. with food and drink specials. ■ THREE ANCHORS 7805 Coastal Highway Unit B, Ocean City 410-5248930, info@threeanchorsoc.com $-$$ | Full bar Serving up unique coastal cuisines and spirits. Enjoy local beer selections at both the upstairs and downstairs bars or grab a table on the second floor deck for the clam strips casino and a swordfish burger, both local favorites. Open for brunch and lunch weekends and daily for dinner. Happy hour 4-6 p.m., Monday-Friday at the bar. Smoothie and ice cream shack open
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91st to 146th streets ■ ABBEY BURGER BISTRO OC 126th Street, behind the Holiday Inn, Ocean City 410-289-2525, 410-250-2333, www.abbeyburger.com/ocean-city $$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Large parties welcome. Craft beer. Award winning burgers. Voted Best in Maryland, Wild Game. ■ ALBERTINO’S BRICK OVEN EATERY 13117 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-2000, www.albertinosoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Lunch and dinner daily. Open Monday through Thursday, 4 p.m. and Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m. Homemade pizza and pasta, seafood, steaks. Daily specials and happy hour. ■ BEACH BARRELS 13207 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-0522, www.beachbarrels.com $ | Full bar Happy hour Monday through Friday, 3-6 p.m. Live entertainment Wednesday through Saturday. Featuring primo hoagie menu where premium ingredients are fresh, nothing is pre-cut. Open 7 days, 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. ■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR 94th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3983, www.bluefishocmd.com $-$$ | Reservations | Full bar Japanese and Chinese restaurant and sushi bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Dine in, take out and delivery available. ■ BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH 116th Street & Coastal Hwy., (Behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium), Ocean City 443-664-2896, www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com $$-$$$ | Reservations recommended for large parties | Kids’ menu | Full bar Eastern Shore fare with a New Orleans Flare. Seafood, steaks and pasta dishes. Specializing in Jambalaya, Creole, & Gumbo. Home of the Ragin’ Cajun Bloody Mary. Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. Weekly entertainment. ■ THE CRAB BAG 130th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410-250-3337, www.thecrabbag.com $-$$ | Full bar Dine in and carryout. Open 7 Days a week, 11 am til late night. Hot steamed crabs, world famous fried chicken, ribs, burgers, barbecue, pasta, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and more. Lunch and weekly carry-out and dinner specials. Happy hour at the beach with drink and food specials. ■ DUFFYS 130th St., in Montego Bay Shopping Ctr. & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250 1449, www.duffysoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Casual dining, indoor or outdoor seating. Irish fare and American cuisine. Appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks and seafood. Second season and daily dinner specials. Dine in, carry out. Happy Hour, daily, noon to 6 pm. ■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE 128th Street, Ocean City 410-289-2581, higginscrabhouse.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Known for all-you-can-eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs. ■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535, www.clarionoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving beach-inspired dishes in our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. All-day menu, available 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet, open year-round and AUCE prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet available Friday and Saturday, 5-9 p.m. ■ MAD FISH BAR & GRILL 12817 Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-2132525, www.madfishoc.com $$-$$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar West Ocean City’s newest restaurant created by the team of The Embers and Blu Crabhouse. Located conveniently on the harbor with tremendous views of the Inlet and sunsets, the brand new menu offers something for everyone. Fresh fish and classic seafood dishes will tempt most, but the rack of ribs from the land side never disappoints. Lighter options, like Certified Angus Beef burgers and fish and shrimp tacos, are also offered along with a diverse kids’ menu. Check out the outdoor decks for drink specials and live music. Open daily at 11:30 a.m. Happy Hour daily, 3-6 p.m. ■ MY THAI OC 13727 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-9918, mythaioc.webs.com $-$$ | Beer, wine Authentic Thai food, full vegan menu and vegetarian options including curry, rice and noodle dishes. Homemade appetizers, soups and sauces. Seafood, meat, vegetable and tofu. Desserts, beer and wine. Dine in or takeout. Lunch specials daily, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. ■ NORI 11403 Coastal Highway (Gold Coast Mall), Ocean City443-880-6258
$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open 7 days serving lunch and dinner. Our creative menu features hand-cut steaks, grilled fish, crab cakes, sushi and sashimi. Dine-in or carry-out. ■ REEF 118 118th Street, in the Carousel Oceanfront Hotel and Condos, Ocean City 410-524-1000, www.carouselhotel.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open seven days a week. Oceanfront dining in a casual atmosphere. Serving breakfast from 7-11 a.m., featuring a breakfast buffet or special order from the regular menu. Dinner served from 4-9 p.m., seafood, ribs, steaks, pasta and prime rib. Join us for family theme night dinners. ■ TEA BOSS CAFE 11805 Coastal Highway, Unit B (Food Lion Plaza) 410-213-4693 $ | Kids’ menu Bubble Tea, Sushi Takeaway, Ice Cream Rolls, Bingsu. Family and large group friendly. Newly opened cafe serving variety of Asian specialty desserts and sushi. Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. ■ WHISKERS PUB 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-524-2609, www.whiskerspub.com $ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Certified Angus®burgers and casual fare. Call for hours.
DELAWARE ■ FOX’S PIZZA DEN 31225 American Parkway, Selbyville, Del. 302-436FOXS, www.foxspizzade.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Sit-down bar and restaurant. Full menu includes pizza, pastas, salads, sandwiches and more. Specializing pizza and chef specials. Open daily for lunch and dinner at 11 a.m. Take out and delivery.
WEST OCEAN CITY ■ ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717, www.ocitalianfood.com $-$$ | Reservations Accepted | Full bar Serving homemade Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and pasta. Elegant dining room. Early bird specials every day from 4-6 p.m. ■ THE DOUGH ROLLER West Ocean City, 12849 Ocean Gateway 410-2137655 See description under downtown location. ■ HARBORSIDE BAR AND GRILL 128741 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-2131846, weocharborside.com $-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Home of the Original Fresh Squeezed Orange Crush! Open every day, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Appetizers, fresh seafood, steak and pasta. Live entertainment everyday. ■ HOOTERS Route 50 & Keyser Point Road, West Ocean City 410-213-1841, www.hootersofoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu and game room | Full bar New smoked wings with half the calories. Traditional wings, burgers, quesadillas, tacos and healthy salads. Seafood selections with raw bar and crab legs. Sports packages and live entertainment. Large parties welcome. ■ POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN Route 50, West Ocean City 443-664-2105 $ | Kids’ menu Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, year-round. Every Monday and Tuesday, two-piece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo.
OCEAN PINES ■ OCEAN PINES YACHT CLUB 1 Mumford Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410-6417222, www.OPyachtclub.com $$-$$$ | Full bar Amid a bay front setting, the Ocean Pines Yacht Club offers dining selections for lunch and dinner. Fresh seafood and signature drinks. Open Thursday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. ■ TERN GRILLE 100 Clubhouse Drive, Ocean Pines 410-641-7222, oceanpinesgolf.org/dining $$ | Full bar The Tern Grille serves freshly-prepared breakfast and lunch items. Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, weather permitting.
BERLIN ■ OCEAN DOWNS CASINO, POSEIDON’S PUB 10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin 410-641-0600, www.oceandowns.com $-$$$ | Full bar House soups, small plates, sandwiches, burgers and entrees including steaks, chicken, veggie and Eastern Shore favorites. Dining room hours: Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 4-11 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, noon to midnight; Sunday, noon to 11 p.m. Pub open late.
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(July 12, 2019) Assateague Coastal Trust’s COAST KIDS program just concluded its 2019 Nature Explorers Summer Enrichment Camp, a two-week day camp offering area youth the opportunity to explore parks, waterways, trails, farms and museums across Delmarva. COAST KIDS is a family-based environmental education program of the Assateague Coastal Trust, with a mission to bring children closer to nature in a fun and safe way, and to spark their interest in local fauna, flora and geography. In 2014, COAST KIDS Director Journei Miller discovers wild edible plants at the Verena Chase developed the Na- Nature Learning Center in Princess Anne. ture Explorers Summer Enrichthe more underserved communities. ment Camp. This year, the COAST KIDS sumAssisted by Worcester Youth and mer campers learned about bay ecol- Family Counseling Services, Asogy, fishing, edible wild plants, sateague Coastal Trust’s scholarship pollinators, sustainable farming tech- awards help kids who live in the waniques, horsemanship and partici- tershed, but sometimes have never pated in science projects that visited the bays or creeks, a chance to motivate the next generation to care experience canoeing and trails. All campers spent each day explorfor and develop an appreciation for the many diverse environments that ing unique environments and particcharacterize the coastal landscape of ipating in hands-on, science-oriented activates and projects that foster enDelmarva. “The Nature Explorers summer vironmental education and stewardcamp not only teaches kids about our ship. COAST KIDS also offers environlocal ecosystems, it’s also a great confidence builder,” Chase said. “Kids mental education programs in public get to ride horses, try out stand-up and private schools, weekly classpaddle boarding, handle live bugs room activities for preschool and and native bees, and walk over a self- homeschooled students, and yearconstructed bridge.” round monthly outdoor events such Assateague Coastal Trust’s COAST as bird banding, paddling, or building KIDS program hosted 16 campers per bat houses for the whole family. To learn more about COAST KIDS, week for the 2019 season, providing eight weekly scholarships to kids in visit www.ActForBays.org/coastkids.
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Decatur graduate receives scholarship from Mediacom (July 12, 2019) Mediacom Communications presented Davina Graybill, a 2019 graduate of Stephen Decatur High School, with a $1,000 scholarship as part of the company’s World Class Scholarship Program. The award recognizes the Bishopville resident for outstanding leadership and academic accomplishments. Mediacom annually gives $1,000 scholarships to 55 graduating seniors to provide support for the students’ post-secondary education. Mediacom’s local tech operations manager, Ken Malone, presented the scholarship to Graybill during the high school’s recognition program. “As a technology company, Mediacom understands how important it is to invest in future leaders like Davina Graybill,” Malone said. “I’m proud that my company supports talented local students with scholarship support, and we congratulate Davina on her accomplishments.” This year marks the 18th consecutive year Mediacom has funded World Class Scholarships for stu-
Two WPS students chosen to attend leadership event (July 12, 2019) Worcester Prep sophomores, Waverly Choy and Hannah Perdue, were selected as ambassadors to attend the 40th annual Hugh O’Brian Youth (HOBY) Leadership Seminar. More than 200 high school student leaders representing all Maryland counties attended the four-day seminar at either Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, Maryland or Wesley College in Dover, Delaware. The student ambassadors interacted with distinguished leaders in the business, governmental and educational arenas to discuss topics including: global education, volunteerism, media literacy, entrepreneurship, world hunger, goal-setting, leadership and motivation. The goal of the organization is to provide a stimulating forum for HOBY ambassadors to learn more about the American incentive system and the democratic process, while gaining a broader understanding of their leadership potential and quest for self-development. HOBY leaders are also challenged to return to their communities to perform at least 100 hours of community service within 12 months following the seminar. In 1958, actor Hugh O’Brian established the Hugh O’Brian Leadership See MORE Page 48
dents who live in areas served by the cable and broadband company. On average, approximately 1,200 students apply for the scholarships each Davina Graybill year. Recipients must attend an accredited two-year or four-year college, university or technical school within the United States. Mediacom plans to continue funding its World Class Scholarships in all areas where it provides digital cable and broadband services. High school administrators will be notified in the fall of 2019 when scholarship applications become available online for students in the Class of 2020.
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HOLIDAY SPARKLE Christine and Frank Demuth, who have a vacation home in Ocean City, twirl sparklers at Northside Park on 125th Street in the resort while celebrating Independence Day.
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Ocean Pines to offer several More than 200 specialty camps this summer students attend (July 12, 2019) Parents who are looking for something fun for their kids to do this summer can enroll them in one of numerous specialty camps that are offered by the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department. From “kick-flipping” onto the Ocean Pines Skate Park to learning basic skateboarding skills and tricks to developing a solid foundation for stand-up paddling and getting marine ecology education, there’s plenty for youth ages 6-14 to enjoy once school is out for summer. “We have three new camps for area children to get excited about: an AllGirls Skateboarding Camp, an Intro to SUP Camp and a Marine Science Camp,” said Brittany Jarman, camp organizer with the Recreation and Parks Department. “Add variety to your child’s summer and enroll now at the community center.” The All-Girls Skateboarding Camp will be instructed by local skater Somer Schaeffer.
The camp runs from 9 -11 a.m. on July 15 - 17, and Aug. 12-14. The cost is $55 for Ocean Pines residents and $65 for non-residents. “This camp definitely has the teaching elements that kids will grasp more readily – all while having fun,” Jarman said. “Every skateboarding trick will be demonstrated and explained by the instructor before the students attempt the trick.” The Marine Science Camp at the Ocean Pines Swim and Racquet Club beach spans over five days Aug. 19-23 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cost is $325 per child. Children in grades K-8 are welcome to enroll. Registration, which is open to the public, must be completed at marinesciencecamp.com. For more information, call the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department at 410-641-7052. Information about additional recreational programs, including an online version of the Ocean Pines Activity Guide, can be found at OceanPines.org.
Continued from Page 47 Seminar following a visit to Africa. He created HOBY to seek out, recognize and develop outstanding leadership potential among the nation’s youth. The goal is to teach students to think constructively and discuss complex issues with individuals from various backgrounds and beliefs. Worcester Prep sophomores, Waverly Choy, left, and Hannah Perdue, were selected as ambassadors to attend the 40th annual Hugh O’Brian Youth (HOBY) Leadership Seminar.
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Oratorical contest winners recognized during meeting (July 12, 2019) The Ocean City/Berlin Optimist Club held its Oratorical contest in early April at the Stephen Decatur Middle School. The topic for this year’s contest was: “Is There a Fine Line Between Optimism and Reality?” Seventy-one students from Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, Snow Hill Middle School, Stephen Decatur Middle School and Worcester Preparatory School participated in the preliminary contest on April 3. Each received a certificate of participation. Eight finalists from the preliminary contest participated in the final competition on April 9. The winners were: first place, Jessica Beck ($250); second place, Abigail Melito ($150); and third, Rina Dirickson ($100). In addition to the
prize money, the three winners received medals. On April 11, the three winners read their speeches to members of the Ocean City/Berlin Optimist Club during the monthly dinner meeting. The Optimist Club thanks parents and teachers for encouraging and helping the children to develop and improve their public speaking skills. The Optimist Oratorical Contest is sponsored by Optimist International and is its longest-running program since its inception in 1928. The contest “is designed for youth to gain experience in public speaking, perfect self-expression, gain self-assurance, improve communication skills and provide them with the opportunity to compete for a college scholarship.”
The Ocean City/Berlin Optimist Club held its Oratorical Contest in early April. Pictured, from left, ae Sharon Sorrentino, Oratorical chairperson; Abigail Melito, second place; Rina Rina Dirickson, third place; Jessica Beck, first place; and Charles Smith, president.
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Calendar Submit calendar items to: editor@oceancitytoday.net. Submission deadline is 5 p.m. Monday, the week of publication. Local submissions have priority. Area event listings are subject to space availability.
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City, megan@artleagueofoceancity.org, 4105249433, http://www.artleagueofoceancity.org
STARPOWER NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 8:00 AM. Doors open at 7:15 a.m. World championship competition for dancers who qualified at regionals held across the U.S. Featuring performers of all ages and levels. 301870-9550, https://starpowertalent.com
FIBER FRIENDS Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:00 AM. Knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, etc. are welcomed. Bring your lap work and join this informal get-together. Victoria Christie-Healy, moonlightknitting@gmail.com, 703-507-0708, http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
FREE MOVIE ON THE BEACH Ocean City beach at 27th Street, 8:30 PM. Featuring “Coco.” Bring a beach chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled. 410-250-0125, http://www.oceancitymd.gov
Sat., July 13 MARYLAND STATE SURFING CHAMPIONSHIPS Ocean City beach at 35th Street. Contests are subject to change due to wave and weather conditions. Sponsored by ESA Delmarva. http://delmarva.surfesa.org/2019-summer-series.html
FREE MUSEUM PROGRAM Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., 10:00 AM. Fridays feature “Land, Sky & Sea.” Held outside the museum on the boardwalk. 410-2894991, http://www.ocmuseum.org
FAMILY MOVIE MATINEE ‘A WRINKLE IN TIME’ Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:00 PM. Watch the movie and enjoy some snacks. Register: 410-208-4014. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
OPPORTUNITY ZONE FORUM Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 2:00 PM. Investors, developers, business and community leaders, and the public are invited to join Worcester County Economic Development for a free forum to learn about the benefits of investing and doing business in Opportunity Zones. RSVPs are appreciated: Kathy Shubert, kshubert@co.worcester.md.us or 410632-3112.
OCEAN CITY TUNA TOURNAMENT Ocean City Fishing Center, 12940 Inlet Isle Lane, 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM. Come watch the fish weigh-ins. Featuring live entertainment, food and drinks. 410213-1121, https://octunatournament.com
FREE ARTIST TALK WITH PATRICIA DUBROOF Art League of Ocean City, 502 94th Street, bayside, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM. Meet the artists, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and see the new exhibits featuring a variety of local artists. Complimentary refreshments will be served and admission is free. Art League of Ocean City Ocean
KIWANIS ANNUAL SUMMER PANCAKE BREAKFAST Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8:00 AM. Menu includes pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, coffee, tea and more. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children ages 5-11 and free to those under age 5. Carryout is also available. Advance tickets: Ralph Chinn, 410-208-6719.
CRAFTY SATURDAY MAKE & TAKE ‘ICE CREAM’ Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Create themed crafts using materials provided by the library. For all ages. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
READ! BUILD! PLAY!
ANNUAL GOSPEL DINNER CABARET
Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 11:00 AM. A special type of story time that will focus on one book and include building and/or play to support the story. For children up to age 5 years. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
Germantown School Community Heritage Center, 10223 Trappe Road, 4:00 PM. Featuring Alfreda Dennis Bowyer from Chestertown, Md. She will entertain with praise music, accompanied by Ida Cox, pianist. Tickets cost $25 and are available by calling 410-641-0638.
FISH, BARBECUE OR FRIED CHICKEN DINNERS Rising Sun Lodge #4, 516 Chestnut St., 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM. All dinners are $12 per person. Eat in or take out. Proceeds benefit scholarships. Bruce Duffy, 302645-5574
Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 9:30 AM. Doors open at 9 a.m. World championship competition for dancers who qualified at regionals held across the U.S. Featuring performers of all ages and levels. 301870-9550, https://starpowertalent.com
OCEAN PINES ANGLERS CLUB MEETING Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 9:30 AM. Champion tournament fisherman, Jim Short, will speak on the effect of tides and currents on both fresh and saltwater fish. Updates will be given on local fishing issues. All are welcome. Jack Barnes, 410-641-7662
FREE MUSEUM PROGRAM Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., 10:00 AM. Saturdays feature “Aquarium Feeding.” 410289-4991, http://www.ocmuseum.org
Ocean City Fishing Center, 12940 Inlet Isle Lane, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Come watch the fish weigh-ins. Featuring live entertainment, food and drinks. 410213-1121, https://octunatournament.com
OCEAN CITY TUNA TOURNAMENT Ocean City Fishing Center, 12940 Inlet Isle Lane, 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM. Come watch the fish weigh-ins. Featuring live entertainment, food and drinks. 410213-1121, https://octunatournament.com
25TH ANNUAL CAPTAIN CRAIG SWIM Ocean City beach at 14th Street, 6:30 PM. Registration and check-in begins at 5 p.m. Competitors will swim a measured mile with the prevailing current to the finish line. Pre-register online at www.ococean.com/ocbp. Registration includes a T-shirt as well as certificates and medals for the top three finishers in each category. Sponsored by the Ocean City Beach Patrol. KJoson@oceancitymd.gov, 410-289-7556, https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/emergency-services/beach-patrol/
‘COFFEE, TEA AND ALOHA HARMONY’ Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 7:00 PM. An annual fund raising event sponsored by the Delmarva Chorus. For a donation of $10, there will be coffee, tea and homemade baked goods, a 50/50 raffle, door prizes and more. Tickets: Candy, 410-6415888 or Ginny, 410-208-6557.
FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET STARPOWER NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
OCEAN CITY TUNA TOURNAMENT
Saturdays - White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Featuring live music, chef demos, children’s activities and other special events. Shop for everything from fresh local produce to unique handmade artisan goods. Open to the public.
Sun., July 14 BERLIN FARMERS MARKET Pitts Street and Main Street, Pitts Street and Main Street, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Featuring more than 20 vendors including fresh fruits and veggies, baked goods, seafood, poultry, farm fresh eggs, organic goods, wood working, beauty products and more. Also enjoy free crafts for kids, a variety of tutorials, a petting zoo and music provided by Rob Fahey. Ivy Wells and Allison Early, 410973-2051
CONCERT ON THE LAWN Taylor House Museum, 208 N. Main St., 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Featuring “The High & Wides.”
SUNDAES IN THE PARK Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, MD, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Featuring live music by “Mike Hines & the Look” (high energy dance music) and free entertainment and activities for children too. Also, create your own sundae for a nominal fee. Additional ice cream novelty and beverage options are available for purchase. Bring your picnic basket and beach chairs. The night will end with a fireworks display at 9pm. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be moved inside the complex. 410289-2800 or 800-626-2326
Mon., July 15 CPAP MASK FITTING Atlantic General Hospital Sleep Disorders Diagnostic Center, 9733 Healthway Drive. Free mask fitting clinic for patients who are having trouble adjusting to their CPAP equipment. By appointment only: Robin Rohlfing, 410-6419726.
FREE MUSEUM PROGRAM Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., 10:00 AM. Mondays feature “Stories from the Past.” Held outside the museum on the boardwalk. 410-289-4991, http://www.ocmuseum.org
LAP TIME Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 AM. Children, under 2 years old, will be introduced to songs, stories, games and finger plays. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
LUNCH AND LISTEN STORY TIME FOR ADULTS Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 1:00 PM. Bring your lunch (soft drinks provided) and listen to a story read aloud by library staff. Featuring everything from classics to contemporary literature. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
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CALENDAR MONDAY MOVIE MATINEE ‘STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN’ (1982) Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:00 PM. Light refreshments provided. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
way, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Family Time takes place every Tuesday. This week features Minute to Win It games. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
FAMILY BEACH OLYMPICS LAP TIME Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 2:00 PM. Children, under 2 years old, will be introduced to songs, stories, games and finger plays. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
Ocean City Beach at 27th Street, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. Held Tuesdays through Aug. 13. Featuring a variety of contests for all ages including sand castle contests, tug-of-war, relays and more.
tronomy. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
FREE MOVIE ON THE BEACH Carousel Resort Hotel and Condominiums, 11700 Coastal Highway, 8:30 PM. Featuring “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation.” Bring a beach chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, the movie may be held inside the hotel. 410-250-0125, http://www.oceancitymd.gov
OC BEACH DANCE PARTY TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM. TOPS is a weekly support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. Berlin group No. 169. Rose Campion, 410-641-0157
Caroline Street Stage, Caroline Street and the Boardwalk, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Free interactive entertainment and music by DJ Batman. Bring a beach chair or blanket to enjoy the music and dance in the sand. 410-250-0125 or 800-626-2326, http://www.ococean.com
KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OP/OC Wednesdays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 8:00 AM. Doors open at 7 a.m., meeting begins at 8 a.m. 410-641-7330, http://www.kiwanisofopoc.org
DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB
SENSORY FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT ‘SECRET LIFE OF PETS’
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING
Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 6:00 PM. Featuring a sensory friendly movie. Bring your own snacks, blankets or pillows. Suitable for all ages. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
Tuesdays - Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Drive, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and health lifestyle. jeanduck47@gmail.com
Wednesdays - Ocean City Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM. Dance to the sounds of the ’50s and ’60s music. A $5 donation to benefit Veterans and local charities. dance@delmarvahanddancing.com, 410-208-1151, http://delmarvahanddancing.com
FREE MOVIE ON THE BEACH
‘ASK A MASTER GARDENER’ PLANT CLINIC
OC/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING
Ocean City beach at 27th Street, 8:30 PM. Featuring “Bernie the Dolphin.” Bring a beach chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled. 410-250-0125, http://www.oceancitymd.gov
Tuesdays through September - Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 1-4 p.m. Bring your photos or bagged plant samples by and let expert Master Gardeners find solutions to your questions. Free service.
Wednesdays - Captain’s Table Restaurant in the Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th St., 6:00 PM. 302-540-2127
BEACH FIREWORKS Talbot Street beach, 10:30 PM. 410-2892800
DELMARVA A CAPELLA CHORUS Mondays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 7:00 PM. All levels of singers and drop-ins welcome. Carol, 410-641-6876
Tues., July 16 FREE MUSEUM PROGRAM Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., 10:00 AM. Tuesdays feature “Beach Safety.” Held outside the museum on the boardwalk. 410-289-4991, http://www.ocmuseum.org
COFFEE AND CONVERSATION Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:00 AM. An informal session to discuss library resources including eBooks, databases and library catalog. Coffee and donuts provided. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
SCIENCETELLERS: ALIENS ‘ESCAPE FROM EARTH’ Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 10:30 AM and Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:00 PM. Action-packed and educational alien adventure using science experiments for special effects. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
FAMILY TIME ‘MINUTE TO WIN IT GAMES’ Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal High-
Wed., July 17 WITTY KNITTERS Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Knitters, crochet enthusiasts, needle artists of all skill levels are welcome. Work on your favorite patterns and exchange ideas. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
FREE MUSEUM PROGRAM Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., 10:00 AM. Wednesdays feature “Knot Tying.” Held outside the museum on the boardwalk. 410-2894991, http://www.ocmuseum.org
SCIENCETELLERS: ALIENS ‘ESCAPE FROM EARTH’ Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 AM. Action-packed and educational alien adventure using science experiments for special effects. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
Thurs., July 18 FREE MUSEUM PROGRAM Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., 10:00 AM. Thursdays feature “All About Sharks.” Held outside the museum on the boardwalk. 410-289-4991, http://www.ocmuseum.org
PINE’EER CRAFT CLUB MEETING Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 10:00 AM. Refreshments served at 9:30 a.m., business meeting at 10 a.m. July’s project is a beaded pendant. Cost is $6 for small or $10 for large. Chains available for $2. Reservations: Sharon Cooper, 410-2082729. All are welcome.
SCIENCETELLERS: ALIENS ‘ESCAPE FROM EARTH’ Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 AM. Action-packed and educational alien adventure using science experiments for special effects. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP John H. ‘Jack’ Burbage Jr. Regional Cancer Care Center Conference Room, 9707 Healthway Drive, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM. Women Supporting Women/AGH Support group for women and men who are battling breast cancer (current patients and survivors). Lunch is provided. RSVP: 410-548-7880.
LET’S TALK ABOUT THE UNIVERSE Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 AM. Come hear Taylor Hale, an Information Systems Engineer at NASA, talk about his experiences and projects he’s worked on. For kids ages 6 and older. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
GALAXY BOTS ARIANNA ROSS ‘SKY IS NOT THE LIMIT: REACH FOR THE STARS’ Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 2:00 PM. Track the tales of the stars from the animals to the modern day science of as-
teens. Materials are limited. Register: 410-641-0650. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org
Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 2:00 PM. Galaxy Bots use simple circuitry and motors to create out-of-this-world art. Use a galaxy bot to create spin art and light paintings. For Tweens and
SUNSET PARK PARTY NIGHTS Sunset Park, 700 S. Philadelphia Ave., 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Free concert featuring British Invasion Experience (Beatles and other British groups tribute band). Admission to the park is free, while beverages, including beer, are available for purchase. It is recommended to bring your own seating. 410-289-7739, http://www.ocdc.org
BEACH SINGLES Thursdays - Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel, 10100 Coastal Highway, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Beach Singles 45-Plus meets for happy hour. Info: 302-436-9577, 410-524-0649 or BeachSingles.org
GRIEF SUPPORT Thursdays - Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 11:00 AM. Coastal Hospice provides grief support and education. Participants work together to help each other navigate through grief at their own pace. Free and open to the public. Nicole Long, 443-614-6142
ONGOING EVENTS FREE VESSEL SAFETY CHECKS For a free vessel check, by a certified United States Power Squadron vessel examiner, contact Tony Curro at tcurro@mchsi.com.
FREE WELLNESS WORKSHOPS Free workshops dealing with hypertension, chronic pain self-management, chronic disease self-management, diabetes, fall prevention and cancer. If you would like to register for one of these workshops or you would like more information about bringing any of the workshops to your business or group, contact Jill at MAC, 410-742-0505, Ext. 159.
THE DISCOVERY CLUB Delmarva Discovery Museum, 2 Market St., Pocomoke City, Wednesdays, 10:3011:30 a.m. Children, ages 3-5 years, will enjoy books, art, singing and movement coordinating with the week’s theme. Caregivers are invited to join in. www.DelmarvaDiscoveryCenter.org
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JULY 12, 2019 Classifieds now appear in Ocean City Today & the Bayside Gazette each week and online at oceancitytoday.com and baysideoc.com.
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~ Maintenance ~ Housekeeping ~ Front Desk Agent Both Seasonal and Year Round positions available. Please apply in person at The Comfort Inn Gold Coast at 112th Street, Ocean City, next to the Gold Coast Mall No phone calls please
Loss Prevention Assistant Wanted Full Time - $13.00-$15.00 per hour Job Tasks and Responsibilities: Conducts video surveillance of assigned stores to identify loss of company assets and non-compliance with store operating policies and procedures. Education and Experience: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Competent computer skills including MS Office or equivalent internet skills including use of e-mails, group messaging and data collection, numeracy and literacy skills. Required Key Competencies: Strong skills in accuracy, attention to detail, prioritizing and follow up, and problem solving. Organization and planning skills, verbal and written communication skills, flexibility, reliability, and teamwork Email Resume to: dunkindonutjobs@gmail.com Subject Line: Loss Prevention or Apply in Person @ 9919 Golf Course Rd., Ocean City, MD Serious inquiries only, must live within a 30 minute radius of West Ocean City, Maryland.
now accepting applications for:
Full time Salespeople Please apply to Steve Travers 410-213-2520
Full Service and Tire Center is now hiring for: -Entry Level Technicians - Master Techs Must have valid driver's license. Great Benefits and EXCELLENT Pay Locations in the Ocean City, Bethany & Rehoboth Areas! Call: 443-497-0465
- WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION TECHNICIANS & MANAGERS (IICRC certifications a plus)
- DECK COATING APPLICATORS - LEAD CARPENTERS/FRAMERS - INTERIOR REMODELING PROFESSIONALS Please apply in person: 12905 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City MD, online at https://oceantowerconstruction.com/careers/ or call 443-366-5556 during regular business hours
NOW HIRING 6PM - 3AM • Inside Counter Help
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PT YR MAINTENANCE TECH Premier Local Community, 15 hrs./wk. Wed., Thurs. and Fri., 8:30am-1:30pm. Add’l hrs. may apply. Must have reliable transportation. Call 410-213-1554.
Legal Assistant. Temporary Part-time/Full-time. Computer skills, word perfect, dictaphone, telephone skills & bookkeeping required. Familiar with MDEC a plus. Please respond by sending resume to PO Box 56, Ocean City, MD 21843. P/T, YR GATE ATTENDANT needed for Assateague Pointe, 8552 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, Md. (Rt. 611). Hours are Saturdays, 5pm-1am and Sundays, 4pm-1am. Come to office to fill out employment form. MondayFriday, 9am-4:30pm.
Year Round, Full/Part Time: Room Attendant, Hskpg House Staff, HSKPG Supervisor, Wash Room Attendant, Line Cooks, Servers, Banquet Servers, Hostess/Host, Busser, Dishwasher, Security Guard, Maintenance Mechanic, Grill Cooks, Hostess, Housekeeping Supervisor
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West OC Dental Office. Join our successful practice as a Dental Assistant PT/FT, M-F, no evenings or weekends. Great Benefit Pkg. Fax resume to 410-213-2955 or email: contact@atlanticdental.com
CARQUEST AUTO PARTS Now Hiring : - Auto Parts Advisors - Managers Locations in the Bethany, Rehoboth & Ocean City areas. Great Benefits / Pay! Must be dependable and a team player. Must have a valid driver's license. 302-339-6910
Help Wanted 81st Bayside Seeking P/T or F/T Cashiers/Phone Persons with GREAT ENGLISH. 4:30pm till 10pm Dinner shifts; 5pm till 2:30am Long shifts; and 10pm till 2:30am shifts. Also Seeking Late-night “full of energy” Kitchen Help for cook, prep, and clean shifts from 10pm till 2:30am Drivers always welcome to apply. Stop in @ 81st Street Plaza between 11am till 11pm to fill out an application.
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We are currently recruiting an experienced food & beverage manager to help our team oversee our busy restaurants and convention center. Must have strong management experience in a large restaurant, ability to train staff, excellent communication skills and ability to solve problems. Micros and computer experience strongly preferred. Excellent salary and benefits package. Send resume and salary requirements to: Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 410-524-3535 Facsimile 410-723-9109 EOE M/F/D/V
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BEACH STAND JOBS - Get paid to work on the beach renting umbrellas and chairs. Hours 9am-5pm. Call 410726-0315.
3BR, 2BA House in Ocean Pines. Year round. Available August 1. Pets welcomed. $1400/month plus utilities. 443-523-5739
Salon/Spa Business for Sale in West Ocean City. Great location, reasonable rent. 1000 sq. feet. Open opportunities for Cosmetologists! Call 410507-8390 for more details.
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Do you have an old bicycle not being used? It could mean a world of difference to a hard-working international student. We are looking to get as many bikes as possible. Your donation will be taxdeductible. Contact Gary at 443-975-3065.
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OC Poke Sushi and Teriyaki House serves fresh sushi and poke bowls on 215 Baltimore Avenue in downtown Ocean City.
Restaurant offers fresh sushi, poke bowls and teriyaki By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) The OC Poke Sushi and Teriyaki House on 215 South Baltimore Avenue in downtown Ocean City offers fresh sushi, poke bowls and teriyaki meals. The restaurant, which opened at the beginning of June, allows customers to build poke bowls (pronounced “poe-kay),” a Hawaiian dish traditionally consisting of diced raw fish served either as an appetizer or as a main course. “We have run a sushi restaurant before, and here in Ocean City we noticed there weren’t many poke stores around,” Owner Cindy Liu said. “It’s a new thing that’s gotten more and more popular and people are starting to eat healthier.” Liu, who operated a sushi restaurant in Stockton, Maryland, knew she wanted to bring a poke bowl option to Ocean City. “We’ve been here for the last two years, so when we come here and travel around, we would like to find somewhere to eat like this but there has been nothing,” Liu said. “We see a lot of pizza and sub shops…” To make a poke bowl, customers can choose a base of sushi rice, seaweed wrap, mixed greens or a combination of rice and greens. Next, they can select one or more proteins such as ahi tuna, salmon, grilled beef, tofu, grilled chicken,
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Owner Cindy Liu and her little helper, daughter Rani, 10, greet customers with a smile at their new restaurant in downtown Ocean City.
shrimp or crab. Then, customers can pick what toppings or mix-ins they want, such as cucumbers, onions, edamame, carrots, avocado, corn, lettuce, sesame seeds, ginger and wasabi. Finally, they can choose a sauce, ranging from Sriracha, wasabi, eel, spicy mayo or the house blend. In addition to the poke bowls, OC Poke offers several appetizers including egg rolls, chicken or shrimp dumplings, seaweed salad and chicken wings. Also available is baked fried rice, which includes a creamy white sauce and mozzarella cheese. “We try to promote healthy and fresh food and we offer it for a fair price,” Liu said.
The restaurant also offers a variety of sushi, as well as teriyaki bowls for those who are not fans of raw fish. “It’s something new and different besides the usual fried rice and lo mein,” Liu said. “They can try the cooked food if they don’t like sushi.” So far, the reception has been very positive, she said. “We have gotten a lot of return customers, especially locals,” Liu said. “If they like it, then they [tend to] come back [over and over again]. We also get a lot of tourists and travelers in this area.” OC Poke Sushi and Teriyaki House is open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday and See OC Page 56
By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (July 12, 2019) As most are aware due to recent news coverage, the town of Berlin has increased both taxes and water/sewer utility charges. If you live within the municipal limits of Berlin, you will soon experience significant cost increases. Effective July 1, the town increased its real property tax rate by 18 percent, its water rate by 5 percent, and its sewer rate by 25 percent. Additionally, Worcester County officials increased the county real property tax rate by 1.2 percent and the income tax rate from 1.25 percent to 2.25 percent. Coastal Realtors has created an information sheet to help current homeowners (or prospective homeowners) prepare for these increases. The sheet is available on its website, coastalrealtors.org. The sheet details that the property tax rate will raise from .68 per $100 of assessed value to .80 per $100. It also details that water rates in fiscal year 2020 will be $16.37 for 02999 gallons; $17.67 for 3000-5999; and $19.64 for 6000-7999. Sewer rates, which increased 25 percent, will be $61.16 for 0-2999 gallons; $66.26 for 3000-5999; and $73.06 for 6000-7999. The Berlin council did pass a new Tax Rate Review Policy in late June. The policy’s objective is to obligate the council and mayor to review the town’s financial situation at the beginning of each year, ahead of budget planning. Under this new code, the council is obligated to review the town’s financial standing at or before its second meeting in January. And, at or before the second meeting in February, the council is required to set a date for a tax rate public meeting, which must occur before the council’s second meeting in March. Prior to this year’s tax increase, the town of Berlin had not raised the tax rate for 12 years. — Lauren Bunting is a licensed Associate Broker with Bunting Realty, Inc. in Berlin.
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OC Chamber searching for award nomination until Aug. (July 12, 2019) The Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce is currently accepting nominations for its 2019 annual awards. These awards are presented to individuals who are outstanding in the community and in the business community as well. Nomination forms can be obtained at the chamber visitor center at routes 50 and 707 in West Ocean City, or by emailing Lisa Layfield, events director, at lisa@OceanCity.org. The following is the criteria for each award: • Business Person of the Year – Sponsored by D3 This award recognizes someone who is the founder, owner, CEO or president of a business that is a member in good standing with the Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce. The nominee should exhibit business leadership and vision, displaying a significant commitment to the success of both business and the area as a whole as well as someone who serves as a positive role model for others, demonstrates a commitment to their community and is widely recognized as a successful business manager or owner. • Citizen of the Year – (Philanthropic /Community Award) Sponsored by Atlantic General Hospital This award recognizes an individual who, through his or her unselfish commitment to the community, embodies the best characteristics of community citizenship and serves as an example to all. • Young Professional of the Year - Sponsored by Harrison Group Resort Hotels This award recognizes a young person between the ages of 21-39 who is employed by or owns a business that is a member of the Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce. Someone who has gone above and beyond to grow personally and professionally through community involvement, who exemplifies leadership skills and exhibits exceptional vision that contributes to success in the workplace. • First Responder of the Year – Sponsored by Peninsula Regional Health System This award is new for 2019. First responder from the 21842 area code (law enforcement, fire department, EMS and communication/dispatch) will be honored with the First Responder of the Year Award. This individual award is for exemplary acts of valor, outstanding community service, as well as going above and beyond the call of duty. •Nonprofit of the Year – Sponsored by Community Foundation of the Eastern
Shore This award is presented to an active 501-C-3 organization that has made a notable impact on the quality of life for those who live and work in the area while adhering to their nonprofit’s mission statement. • Lifetime Achievement Award – Sponsored by Deeley Insurance Group The Lifetime Achievement award is given when an individual that is a member of the Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce is presented by nomination to the committee that meets all the eligibility requirements. At that time, the selection committee will review the completed nomination and all supporting documents, then decide on the presentation of this award. This award, which is not bestowed annually, recognizes an individual for a lifetime of consistent community leadership and philanthropic endeavors that have made a lasting impact on their community. Their actions, achievements and contributions evoke admiration and respect. The nominee should have an exemplary community service record in the area and their influence and contributions will have made a tangible impact on the lives of those around them, their communities, and their place of business for many years of their lifetime and in the future. For more information about the nomination process, contact Layfield at lisa@OceanCity.org. Nominations must be received by Aug. 1. Submit to Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce by mail; drop off at 12320 Ocean Gateway Ocean City, Maryland 21811; email to mychamber@OceanCity.org or fax to 410-213-7521. The awards will be presented on Sept. 26, at the annual awards celebration to be held at the Clarion Fontainebleau on 101st Street in Ocean City. To learn more about the chamber, its events and other local events, visit www.OceanCity.org.
OC Poke offering healthy and fresh meals downtown Continued from Page 55 Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight, and Sunday, noon to 11 p.m. The restaurant also offers delivery and carryout. For more information, visit www.ocpoke2222.com or call 410289-2222.
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RIBBON CUTTING Telescope Pictures owners Jon Cameron, center, and Sam Goodling get ready to cut the ceremonial ribbon in front of their business on 16th Street, Wednesday, June 26.
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GRANT PRESENTATION The Community Foundation’s Women’s Fund presents $40,000 in grants to representatives from 11 nonprofit organizations: Art League of Ocean City, Bay Area Center for Independent Living, Child and Family Foundation, City of Salisbury, Epoch Dream Center, Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay Council, Maryland Capital Enterprises, Moveable Feast, United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, and Worcester County GOLD.
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New dentist Drs. Lawrence Michnick and Christopher Takacs announce that Dr. Kristen Mazzei has joined Atlantic Dental’s practice in West Ocean City. Dr. Mazzei attended Penn State University and earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in
English. She then went to Temple University’s School of Dentistry to earn her DMD, where she graduated with honors. Dr. Mazzei was Dr. Kristen Mazzei drawn to general dentistry as it permits continuity of
care and the development of a lifelong partnership with patients to maintain their oral health. Dr. Mazzei grew up in Western Maryland. She spent eight years in Pennsylvania to pursue her education. After school, she decided to leave Philadelphia and move to the Eastern Shore to be closer to her boyfriend.
She loves everything the area has to offer, especially the small-town feel and endless outdoor activities. In her spare time, Dr. Mazzei enjoys running, kayaking and cooking. She looks forward to growing with the team at Atlantic Dental and getting established at the shore. Dr. Mazzei is now accepting new patients.
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the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Cost of all documentary stamps and transfer taxes shall be paid by the purchaser. Purchaser shall have the responsibility of obtaining possession of the property. In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no abatement of interest. If the purOF REAL PROPERTY chaser defaults, the entire deposit is KNOWN AS NO. forfeited. The Substituted Trustees 506 OCEAN PARKWAY shall resell the property at the risk BERLIN, MD 21811 and expense of the defaulting purCASE NUMBER chaser. The defaulting purchaser C-23-CV-19-000081 shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all Under and by virtue of the power costs and expenses of both sales, atof sale contained in a Deed of Trust torney fees, all other charges due, from Stacy L. McDaniel-Wesche, and incidental and consequential recorded among the Land Records of damages. Defaulting purchaser also Worcester County in Liber 6566, agrees to pay the Substituted folio 470, and Declaration of Substi- Trustees’ attorney a fee of $350.00 in tution of Trustees recorded among connection with the filing of a motion the aforementioned Land Records to resell. substituting Mark S. Devan, Thomas In the event the Substituted P. Dore, Brian McNair, and Angela Trustees do not convey title for any Nasuta as Substituted Trustees, the reason, purchaser’s sole remedy is Substituted Trustees will offer for return of the deposit. The Purchaser sale at public auction, at the Court- shall have no further recourse house Door, 1 West Market Street, against the Mortgagor, the MortSnow Hill, Maryland, 21863 on Mon- gagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. day, July 29, 2019 at 11:00 AM: The Substituted Trustees shall have All that lot of ground and the im- the right to terminate this contract provements thereon situate in in the event the Holder or its SerWorcester County, State of Mary- vicer has entered into any agreeland, as described in the Deed of ment with, or accepted funds from, Trust recorded among the Land the mortgagor. Upon termination of Records of Worcester County, in the contract, Purchaser’s sole remLiber 6566, folio 470, also being fur- edy shall be return of the deposit. ther described in a Deed recorded Mark S. Devan, Thomas P. Dore, among the Land Records of WorcesBrian McNair, and Angela Nasuta, ter County in Liber 6566, folio 466. Substituted Trustees The improvements thereon consist of Tidewater Auctions, LLC a dwelling. (410) 825-2900 The property will be sold in “AS www.tidewaterauctions.com IS” condition, subject to any existing _________________________________ OCD-7/11/3t building violations, restrictions and agreements of record. The purchaser PETER S. BUAS, TRUSTEE assumes all risks of loss for the prop- WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY erty as of the date of sale. Neither & HARRISON, L.L.P. the Substituted Trustees nor their respective agents, successors or assigns make any representations or warranties, either expressed or imOF VALUABLE plied with respect to the property. RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM The Substituted Trustees shall conUNIT KNOWN AS vey insurable title. Unit No. 9, in The Timberloft TERMS OF THE SALE: A deTownhouse Condominium, posit in a form acceptable to the Sublocated at 122 Newport Bay Drive, stituted Trustee in the amount of Unit 9, Boat Slip 9, $30,000.00 will be required of the Ocean City, Maryland 21842 purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note or its assigns, at the time Under and by virtue of an Order and place of sale. Any amount ten- of the Worcester County Circuit dered at sale in excess of the re- Court dated June 5, 2019, in Case quired deposit will be refunded and No. C-23-CV-19-000083, the undernot applied to the purchase price. signed Trustee will sell the following Unless the purchaser is the Holder described property at public auction, of the Note or its assigns, the balance to be held at: of the purchase price shall be paid immediately with available funds THE FRONT DOOR OF THE within ten (10) days of the final ratCOURTHOUSE, ification of the sale by the Circuit CIRCUIT COURT FOR Court for Worcester County. Time is WORCESTER COUNTY of the essence. The purchaser, other 1 WEST MARKET STREET than the Holder of the Note or its asSNOW HILL, MARYLAND 21863 signs, shall pay interest at the rate ON AUGUST 1, 2019, AT of 3.75000% per annum on the un11:30 A.M. paid portion of the purchase price from the date of sale to date of set- ALL that property, lying and being tlement. Real property taxes and as- situate in the Town of Ocean City, in sessments shall be adjusted to the the Tenth Tax District of Worcester date of sale and assumed thereafter County, Maryland, and being more by the purchaser. Ground rent, particularly designated and distinwater and/or sewer charges public or guished as Condominium Unit No. 9, private, if any, shall be adjusted to in “The Timberloft Townhouse ConAlba Law Group, P.A. 11350 McCormick Road Executive Plaza I, Suite 302 Hunt Valley, MD 21031 (443) 541-8600
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dominium”, together with an undivided percentage interest in the common elements thereof, all as established pursuant to the Condominium Declaration and By-Laws, made by Baltimore Federal Financial, F.S.A., dated November 24, 1987, and recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, in Liber W.C.L. No. 1389, folio 262, et seq., and pursuant also to several plats described in the aforesaid Declaration and recorded as aforesaid in Plat Book W.C.L. No. 115, folio 9, et seq.; and being all the same property which, by Deed dated July 3, 2008, and recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, in Liber No. 5180, folio 048, et seq., was granted and conveyed by Peter W. Blondin, Janice H. Blondin, Christian A. Brown, and Carole A. Brown unto Bobby Ray Walters, Jr., sole owner as to an undivided 50% interest, and James Thompson and Rite Abi-Khalil, husband and wife, as to an undivided 50% interest. THE Property is Unit 9 in The Timberloft Townhouse Condominium located at 122 Newport Bay Drive, Ocean City, MD 21842, and is a residential condominium unit of approximately 1,330 square feet. The property also includes the exclusive use of Boat Slip 9, and is an assignable limited common element as described in the aforementioned Deed and Declaration and By-Laws. Reference to the site is made for a more complete description. TERMS OF SALE: A deposit of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) will be required of the purchaser in the form of cash, certified or cashier’s check at the time and place of sale, or other form of security, at the sole discretion of the Trustee; the balance to be secured to the satisfaction of the Trustee and represented by a Promissory Note, conditioned upon the conveyance of good and marketable title. The balance in cash will be due at settlement which shall be within ten (10) days after final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court of Worcester County unless said period is extended by the Trustee, his successors or assigns for good cause shown. Time is of the essence for the Purchaser. The Property will be sold subject to all conditions, liens, restrictions, and agreements of record affecting same, if any. Taxes, water charges, sanitary commission charges, condominium fees and assessments, assessments and liens or encumbrances for sewer, water, drainage, or other public improvements completed or commenced on or prior to the date of sale or subsequent thereto, if any, are to be adjusted and apportioned as of the date of sale and are to be assumed and paid thereafter by purchaser, whether assessments have been levied or not as of date of settlement. The cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, document preparation and title insurance shall be borne by the Purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. If Purchaser fails to pay the balance of the purchase price fol-
PAGE 59 lowing ratification of the sale, the deposit shall be forfeited and the property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. If the Trustee is unable to convey good and marketable title to the property, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the Purchaser shall have no further claim against the Trustee. The improvements are being sold in an “AS IS” condition, with no warranties expressed or implied, with Purchaser responsible for any and all housing or zoning code violations. The risk of loss passes at date of sale. The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids in his sole discretion. For information, please contact the undersigned. Peter S. Buas, Esq. Williams, Moore, Shockley & Harrison, L.L.P. 3509 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 (410) 289-3553 Trustee OCD-7/11/3t _________________________________
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Real Estate Preview: July 14th 12-2pm Description: Approx. 2,265 +/- SF 3 BR/1.5 BA Brick Rancher situated on 1.77 +/- acres in Berlin, MD. Built in 1971. Well/Septic. Great layout/open floor plan. Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Den, Bonus Room with double glass door, Laundry Room, Attic and Front Porch. Some windows in the home have been replaced. TAXES: County $1,550/State $208. Buckingham School District. REAL ESTATE TERMS: $6,000 down day of auction in cash, certified check or check acceptable by the undersigned. 3% Buyer’s Premium. Prospective Buyer responsible for any desired inspections prior to the auction. Settlement to occur within 45 days of auction. Property being sold as is with all faults and without warranty. Auction Company makes no representation or warranties of any kind. Please contact Auction Company for complete terms and conditions. Real Estate agents please contact Doug Marshall for our Broker Participation form. Brokers must
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OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 13 ROBIN HOOD TRAIL OCEAN PINES A/R/T/A BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated October 23, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4810, Folio 585 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $163,252.00, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 23, 2019 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $14,000 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 PUR-
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Ocean City Today / Public Notices CHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. Any deferred water and sewer charges that purports to cover or defray cost during construction of public water or wastewater facilities constructed by the developer and subject to an annual fee or assessment are to be paid by the purchaser to the lienholder and are a contractual obligation between the lienholder and each owner of this property, and is not a fee or assessment imposed by the county. Any right of prepayment or discount for early prepayment of water and sewer charges may be ascertained by contacting the lienholder. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. Sub. Trustees will convey either marketable or insurable title. If they cannot deliver one or the other, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 337567-1) PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et. al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-7/4/3t _________________________________
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OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 403 PACIFIC AVE. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated December 11, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4841, Folio 442 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $460,000.00, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 23, 2019 AT 3:33 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $25,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. Any deferred water and sewer charges that purports to cover or defray cost during construction of public water or wastewater facilities constructed by the developer and subject to an annual fee or assessment are to be paid by the purchaser to the lienholder and are a contractual obligation between the lienholder and each owner of this property, and is not a fee or assess-
JULY 12, 2019 ment imposed by the county. Any right of prepayment or discount for early prepayment of water and sewer charges may be ascertained by contacting the lienholder. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. Sub. Trustees will convey either marketable or insurable title. If they cannot deliver one or the other, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 72815-1) PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et. al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-7/4/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555
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OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 82 OCEAN PKWY. OCEAN PINES A/R/T/A BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated May 15, 2008 and recorded in Liber 5109, Folio 423 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $110,000.00, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at
JULY 12, 2019 the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 23, 2019 AT 3:36 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $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 assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. Any deferred water and sewer charges that purports to cover or defray cost during construction of public water or wastewater facilities constructed by the developer and subject to an annual fee or assessment are to be paid by the purchaser to the lienholder and are a contractual obligation between the lienholder and each owner of this property, and is not a fee or assessment imposed by the county. Any right of prepayment or discount for early prepayment of water and sewer charges may be ascertained by contacting the lienholder. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any
Ocean City Today / Public Notices such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. Sub. Trustees will convey either marketable or insurable title. If they cannot deliver one or the other, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 335064-1) PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-7/4/3t _________________________________ BRADFORD I. WEBB, ASSIGNEE Andrew L. Hartman, Assignee
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OF A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING 10407 Trappe Rd Berlin, Maryland 21811 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Mortgage from Sarah Catherine Mitchell to Rural Housing Service, U. S. Department of Agriculture dated 10/3/2007 and recorded in Liber 5003, Folio 477 among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, the holder of the indebtedness secured by a Mortgage assigned to Bradford I. Webb and Andrew L. Hartman, Assignees by instrument duly executed, acknowledged and recorded among the Land Records of the County aforesaid, default having occurred under the terms thereof, an Order to Docket having been filed C23-CV-18-000222 and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the Assignees will offer for sale at public auction AT THE WORCESTER COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT ON TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2019 AT 10:30 AM ALL THAT LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester County, Maryland and described as follows: See Legal Description set forth in that Deed dated April 8, 2004 and recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County Maryland in Liber 4102, folio 255. Containing 1.0 acres of land, more or less. The property is improved by a
dwelling. In fee-simple. The property and improvements will be sold in an “AS IS” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting same, including building and/or environmental violations, if any, with no warranty, expressed or implied as to the description or condition of the property or improvements. TERMS OF SALE: A cash deposit, certified check or other method of payment acceptable to Assignees, for Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) at the time of sale will be required of all purchasers other than the mortgage holder. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid in cash within ten (10) business days of the final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. If payment of the balance does not take place within ten (10) business days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser. Unless purchased by the mortgage holder, interest will be paid on unpaid purchase money at the rate of interest set forth in the note from date of sale to date of settlement. Taxes, public charges and assessments and HOA assessments, if any, to be adjusted for the current year to date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Cost of all transfer and recordation taxes shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for removing anyone in possession of the premises. If Assignee is unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or in equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Assignees. Bradford I. Webb, Assignee – 410-857-3222 Andrew L. Hartman, Assignee – 443-825-4065 www.tidewaterauctions.com Ad #71943 OCD-6/27/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com
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OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 7804 COASTAL HWY. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from David H. Herbst dated August 5, 2016 and recorded in Liber 6849, folio 295 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 12, 2019 AT 12:00 PM
PAGE 61 ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. Tax ID #10-087988. 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 $32,000 by cash or certified check. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. Interest to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received in the office of the Sub. Trustees. There will be no abatement of interest in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason. The noteholder shall not be obligated to pay interest if it is the purchaser. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of all real property taxes, including agricultural taxes, if applicable, and any and all public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges and ground rent, to be adjusted to date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale forward. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. Additional terms to be announced at the time of sale. If the Sub. Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law and equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without interest. If the purchaser fails to go to settlement, the deposit shall be forfeited, to the Trustees for application against all expenses, attorney’s fees and the full commission on the sale price of the above-scheduled foreclosure sale. In the event of default, all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then re-advertise and resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser or may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser without reselling the property. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any, even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulting purchaser and the defaulting purchaser shall be liable to the Trustees and secured party for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses incurred in connection with all litigation involving the Property or the proceeds of the resale.
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Trustees’ file number 73773. Diane S. Rosenberg, Mark D. Meyer, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-6/27/3t _________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MD 21204 410-296-2550 File #: 453212 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. Nathaniel K. Risch, Esq., Personal representative for the Estate of William Mann 201 Windward Drive, #7 Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-18-000218
NOTICE
Notice is hereby given this 21st day of June, 2019, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 22nd day of July, 2019, 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 15th day of July, 2019. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $168,000.00. The property sold herein is known as 201 Windward Drive, #7, 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-6/27/3t _________________________________ C. GREGORY COBURN ESQ 6806B COASTAL HIGHWAY OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
NOTICE
OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17897 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF HELEN HANDY SMITH Notice is given that David M. Mitchell Sr., 342 Dueling Way, Berlin, MD 21811 and Ronda M. Mitchell-Vance, 400 Pleasant Lane,
Aberdeen, MD 21001, were on June 20, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Helen Handy Smith who died on May 30, 2019, without a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 20th day of December, 2019. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. David M. Mitchell Sr. Ronda M. Mitchell-Vance Personal Representatives True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: June 27, 2019 OCD-6/27/3t _________________________________
NOTICE
OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17889 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF STELLA WARD POWERS Notice is given that Barbara Powers Codignotto, 4 Keenan Place, Garden City, NY 11530, was on June 19, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Stella Ward Powers who died on June 9, 2019, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 19th day of December, 2019. Any person having a claim
against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Barbara Powers Codignotto Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: June 27, 2019 OCD-6/27/3t _________________________________
NOTICE
OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class: "B" BEERWINE License: 7 Day, By: Rebecca Ann Bratten, 101 Middle Street, Berlin, Maryland 21811; Ravinder Singh, 5 Miller Court, Moorestown, New Jersey 08057; Ramanjeet Malhotra, 149 Fellswood Drive, Moorestown, New Jersey 08057. For: BRR Beverage, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Fairfield Inn & Suites 2501 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: July 17, 2019 @ 1:00 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-7/4/2t _________________________________ JAMES A. LIST, ESQ. THE LAW OFFICES OF JAMES A. LIST 5700 COASTAL HIGHWAY, SUITE 100 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
NOTICE
OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17905 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF INGRID ULDRIKIS MCKEE
JULY 12, 2019 Notice is given that Lidija Uldrikis, 124 Boston Drive, Berlin, MD 21811, was on June 28, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Ingrid Uldrikis McKee who died on June 20, 2019, without a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 28th day of December, 2019. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Lidija Uldrikis Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: July 04, 2019 OCD-7/4/3t _________________________________
NOTICE
OF INTRODUCTION OF BILL 19-2 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 19-2 (Zoning - Building Signs) was introduced by Commissioners Bertino, Bunting, Church, Mitrecic, Nordstrom and Purnell on June 18, 2019. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: § ZS 1-324(c)(4)A. (Repeals and reenacts this subsection of the onpremises signs regulations to remove limitations on the amount of building sign copy area that may be transferred to any side of the individual establishment.) A Public Hearing will be held on Bill 19-2 at the Commissioners' Meeting Room, Room 1101 - Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, on Tuesday, July 16, 2019
JULY 12, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center and is available on the County Website at www.co.worcester.md.us . THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-6/27/3t _________________________________
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
FY20 Programs for Worcester County Local Management Board (LMB) The Worcester County Commissioners are currently seeking individual proposals from qualified providers able to develop and implement one or more of the following four programs to address community needs in Worcester County: Worcester Connects - A Mentoring Program; Worcester Employment, Education and Empowerment (WE3) - targeting disconnected youth ages 16-24 who are not working and not in school; Building Bridges to Stable Families - to help reduce the impact of incarceration on children, parents and families; and Growing a Healthy Community - a home visiting program for pregnant mothers and mothers with children age 0-6. Further information and instructions to bidders are provided in the Request for Proposals (RFP) package which may be picked up from the Office of the County Commissioners, Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street - Room 1103, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, obtained online under the "Bids" drop-down menu in the lower right hand side of the home page at www.co.worcester.md.us or by calling the Commissioners' Office at 410-632-1194 to request a package by mail. Interested Bidders are encouraged to attend a Pre-Bid Meeting on Monday, July 15, 2019 beginning at 9 am, 11 am, 1 pm, or 3 pm depending upon the program (please call 410-632-3648) for the exact time of the program you are interested in bidding). Pre-bid meetings to be held at the Health Department Office in Snow Hill, 6040 Public Landing Road, Snow Hill, MD 21863. Sealed proposals will be accepted until 1:00 PM, Monday, August 12, 2019 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 "Proposal for FY20 Program for LMB - (list program submitted)" in the lower left-hand corner. After opening, proposals will be reviewed by an evaluation committee and a recommendation of award will be made to the County Commissioners at a future meeting. In awarding the proposal, the Commissioners reserve the right to reject
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS EQUALIZATION TANK REPLACEMENT RIDDLE FARM WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND The Worcester County Commissioners are currently accepting sealed bids for the design, supply and installation for Contract Number 570-19-1 which calls for replacing the 211,600 gallon raw wastewater equalization (EQ) tank at the Riddle Farm Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), located near 11352 Grays Corner Road, Berlin, Maryland 21811 for the Worcester County Department of Public Works - Water and Wastewater Division. Bid specification packages and proposal forms are available from DiCarlo Precision Instruments, Inc., 2006 Northwood Drive, Salisbury, Maryland 21801 (410-749-0112). Interested bidders are encouraged to tour the existing WWTP which can be arranged by contacting Gary Serman or John Ross, Deputy Director of Public Works, at 410-641-5251. Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 PM (EDT) on Monday, July 29, 2019 in the Office of the County Commissioners at 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 Contract Number 570-19-1, Riddle Farm Equalization Tank Replacement" in the lower left-hand corner. 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 Gary Serman or John Ross at 410641-5251. OCD-7/11/1t _________________________________
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17891 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF ELEANOR ZIMMERMAN TROY AKA: ELEANOR Z. TROY Notice is given that Danielle P. Davis, 278 Windjammer Road, Berlin, MD 21811, was on June 28, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Eleanor Zimmerman Troy who died on May 30, 2019, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 28th day of December, 2019. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Danielle P. Davis Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: July 11, 2019 OCD-7/11/3t _________________________________
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TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 17910 Notice is given that the Orphans court of Lancaster County, PA appointed Heidi L. Colosi, 3 Kress Circle, Lancaster, PA 17602 as the Executrix of the Estate of Larry P. Eckman who died on March 30, 2019 domiciled in Pennsylvania, USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is URS Agents, Inc. of Maryland whose address is 245 W. Chase St., Baltimore, MD 21201. 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. Heidi L. Colosi Foreign Personal Representative Terri Westcott Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of Newspaper: Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: July 11, 2019 OCD-7/11/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Carrie M. Ward, et al. 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. THEODORE THOMAS OBERHEITMANN 205 Enterprise Drive Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-19-000004
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Notice is hereby given this 3rd day of July, 2019, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 205 Enterprise Drive, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 5th day of August, 2019, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 29th day of July, 2019. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $215,000.00. 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-7/11/3t _________________________________
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COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MD 21204 410-296-2550 File #: 453331 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. Paul Buckmaster AND Lisa Buckmaster 10300 Atlantis Court, Unit 204 a/k/a 10300 Coastal Highway, Unit 204 Ocean City, MD 21843 Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-18-000276
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Notice is hereby given this 9th day of July, 2019, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 12th day of August, 2019, 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 5th day of August, 2019. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $269,200.42. The property sold herein is known as 10300 Atlantis
Court, Unit 204 a/k/a 10300 Coastal Highway, Unit 204, Ocean City, MD 21843. 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-7/11/3t _________________________________ ROB GOLDMAN ESQ. 6800-B HOLABIRD AVE. BALTIMORE, MD 21222 SMALL ESTATE
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 17912 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF PRESTON J. FOREMAN SR. Notice is given that Rob Goldman Esq., 6800-B Holabird Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21222, was on July 03, 2019 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Preston J. Foreman Sr. who died on May 13, 2019, without a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier
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of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Rob Goldman Esq. Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Terri Westcott One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: July 11, 2019 OCD-7/11/1t _________________________________ RAYMOND C. SHOCKLEY ESQ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON PA 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17916 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF ELAINE M. CERRATO Notice is given that Anthony Joseph Cerrato III, 21 Dogwood Grove, Asheville, NC 28805, was on July 08, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Elaine M. Cerrato who died on June
JULY 12, 2019 30, 2019, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 8th day of January, 2020. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Anthony Joseph Cerrato III Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: July 11, 2019 OCD-7/11/3t _________________________________
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Job of Beach Patrol not what it once was The photo in the lower right corner of the front page this week is notable on two counts. One, it shows how difficult the Ocean City Beach Patrol’s job has become since the days years ago when its only concern was protecting people from an unpredictable ocean. In more recent times, its duties have been split between watching over swimmers and waders and acting as a quasi-law enforcement unit that, while still keeping an eye on the water, also must deal with unpredictable beachgoers. The photo, which is a frame extracted from a 27-second video recorded, we think, with a cell phone camera, hence its blurriness, shows just how unpredictable some beachgoers have become. That begs the question: has the beach patrol’s pay scale kept up with the changing nature of the job? That’s something the Ocean City Council needs to consider in the next budget year. Also to be pondered is whether lifesaving personnel should even be put in the position of having to confront unruly people on the beach. They train to swim and run for miles, but not, so far, how to put someone in a headlock should things get out of hand. There’s no easy answer to that question, because relieving the beach patrol of its land-based, public safety responsibilities, would require a greater police presence in the sand at an expense much greater than what current budgetary constraints — and taxpayer sentiment — allow. In addition, having to beef up beach security would be a sad commentary on how the public’s growing sense of self-entitlement and lack of respect for others has brought us to this unfortunate juncture. As to the second notable point this photo makes, chances are the public would never have known about this scuffle were it not for the video sent anonymously to this paper via an untraceable email. We don’t know who you are and don’t care, but thank you. We’re sure the beach patrol thanks you as well.
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Our butts traveled overseas Being a newspaperman, I hate to say it, but it’s a fact that the infinite spider web of online-digital media does offer the ability to reach the farthest corners of the world, even if the results are … questionable. Obviously, we can’t boast global coverage as a printed product, having abandoned our one attempt to spread the news far and wide, not that having a newsstand at By Nazar’s Goat and Yak Supply Stewart Warehouse in Turkmenistan a good idea to begin Dobson was with. But digital media does reach that neck of the woods, as we received an inquiry from that region after we published our story on the cigarette butt receptacles, otherwise known as butt huts, that were being placed at street ends in downtown Ocean City. This is 100 percent true. A week following the printing of that article, this email popped up in my mailbox:
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Greetings, We have great interest in acquiring your butt and huts and wish many butt and huts to be supplied by you to our international company of trading. Please sned (sic) your Master Charge info and place of deposit so we may proceed with this great opportunity for sales. Respectfully,
Eluz Kyzqk Sales Director Let’s assume this was an honest inquiry and not an attempt to grab my charge card information for nefarious purposes, such as a shopping spree in downtown Whambamistan. Also discount the natural suspicion that anyone with no vowels in his or her last name — depending on whether the “sometimes Y” rule applies — is generally up to no good. The greater concern is the writer’s apparent belief that the butts and huts are separate units, and that he wishes to acquire my butt in particular. Although my butt has been handed to me more than once over the years, I remain attached to it and vice versa, which is to say we are inseparable. All this nonsense aside, however, you do have to admit that this story’s arrival at this faraway outpost right after publication is impressive, assuming, of course, that this email wasn’t written by stateside-based Russian sleeper agents determined to destroy democracy by gathering up as many of our butts and huts as possible. I tend to think this email really did originate in some Stan or another, as most of my foreign email comes from widows in Africa who need my help getting their $20 million inheritances out of the country on the sly. If I’m correct in my assumption about the writer’s location, I am officially soliciting advertising for anyone who wishes to appeal the Central Asian marketplace. Obviously, we can reach readers there, even though we have elected to keep our newspapers and our butts at home.
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Letters Chamber thanks Harris for protecting coast Editor, Congressman Andy Harris recently took a stand on behalf of his constituents against expanded offshore drilling. Marylanders have made it clear, and he listened: our coastal economy is incompatible with offshore oil drilling activities. Our fishermen, coastal business owners and realtors depend on a clean Chesapeake Bay and healthy Atlantic coastline for their livelihoods. It’s plain and simple – our way of life in Ocean City is dependent on an oil-free coast and I’m thankful Congressman Harris is working to keep it that way. As the CEO of the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce, I know that economic decisions made in Washington must be grounded in an honest understanding of local industries that support our coastal economy back home. According to Oceana, Maryland’s clean and healthy coast supports 96,000 jobs and $6 billion in GDP – an economic driver that can’t be ignored. Congressman Harris showed
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his support for Maryland’s clean coast economy by voting in support of amendments that would block expanded offshore drilling activities for one year, an important step in the fight to protect our coast. The Administration’s plan to expand offshore drilling to Maryland’s shores flies in the face of opposition from leaders across the political spectrum. In a hyper-partisan climate where it’s easy to find division, this issue unifies us. House votes to block funding for expanded offshore drilling passed with flying colors. Back home, our state leaders are on the same page, with Gov. Hogan and Attorney General Frosh both saying no to this dirty and dangerous venture. As we continue to fight the good fight at every level of government, let’s remember – oil spills do not respect state boundaries. An oil spill anywhere off the Atlantic coast could imperil Maryland and the Chesapeake Bay. A catastrophe like the BP Deepwater Horizon disaster could spoil the mouth of the Bay and pollute critical spawning grounds for the blue crab, the most valuable fishery in the re-
gion. Marylanders cannot afford this risk. That’s why we will continue to urge our representatives to do everything they can to protect our coast. Congressman Harris should be applauded for his efforts to protect our coast from offshore drilling and seismic airgun blasting. Opening Maryland’s coast to this dirty and dangerous industry would be a forever decision. We have the political will; it’s time that we say “no” to offshore drilling for good. Melanie Pursel, President and CEO of the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce
Realtors appreciate Rep. Harris’ efforts Editor, Last month, Congressman Andy Harris stood with his constituents by voting to block expanded offshore drilling for the next year via the Interior-Environment funding bill (H.R. 3052). Thank you, Congressman for protecting our coast. Any expansion of offshore drilling is a permanent decision with real consequences . This practice is dangerous, and we are concerned about
Page 66 how it might impact our industry, as well as the Eastern Shore’s economy as a whole. If the tourism and fishing industries are negatively impacted by offshore drilling, the real estate industry will suffer. We rely on the success of local businesses, as well as the area’s appeal to tourists, high quality of life for residents, and the health of our natural assets. Offshore drilling would irrevocably damage our coastline, our way of life, and our livelihood. There’s also a parallel effort to permanently protect our coasts from offshore drilling. Congressman Joe Cunningham (D-SC) has introduced H.R. 1941 — Coastal and Marine Economies Protection Act, which would place a permanent moratorium on offshore oil and gas leasing in the Atlantic Ocean, Straits of Florida, and Pacific Ocean. Congressman Francis Rooney (RFL) has introduced H.R. 205 - Protecting and Securing Florida’s Coastline Act of 2019, which would amend the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 to make permanent the current moratorium that Continued on Page 67
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Wor. hazard mitigation plan to solicit public comments (July 12, 2019) Worcester County Emergency Services officials invite area citizens to partner with them as they work through the summer on an update to the 2014 Hazard Mitigation Plan. The project goal is to minimize impacts from hazard events, and area residents can help in the planning process in two ways. First, Worcester County Emergency Services officials are placing special emphasis on citizens’ concerns related to hazards, and they invite all to take part in a public survey, which is available online at www.co.worcester.md.us/departments/emergency. Survey results will be included in the updated plan document.
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DISAPPOINTING FINDS Years ago I used to find a handful of sea glass on my morning beach walk in Ocean City. Today (July 4), I found a bag full of trash in just eight blocks. I could see 35 trash cans from where I was standing. We all come to these beaches because of the beautiful surroundings. What kind of person thinks it’s OK to just throw their trash on the ground? Americans are supposed to be what makes America great again!
Second, Worcester County Emergency Services will host the next public meeting on the hazard mitigation plan update on Thursday, July 25 at 1 p.m., in room 1102 of the Worcester County Government Center, which is located at One West Market Street in Snow Hill. Citizens are encouraged to attend and participate in the meeting. “Input from our citizens will not only create a strong Hazard Mitigation Plan, but will serve to strengthen the resilience of our community and increase awareness of potential hazards we may face if the unthinkable were to happen,” WCES Planner Tina Vickers said. For more information on the plan development process and how to participate, call Vickers at 410-632-1315.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Continued from Page 66 prohibits offshore oil and gas leasing off Florida’s Gulf Coast through June 30, 2022. This means that Congressman Harris will have two more chances to vote and we’ll need his support again. Local Realtors are grateful to have people like Congressman Harris advocating on behalf of coastal communities in Congress. Together, Maryland is united against offshore oil and gas activities. Thank you, Congressman Harris for standing with Marylanders and for your leadership as we all work together to protect our coast. Bernie Flax President Coastal Association of Realtors
OP veteran comments on US women’s soccer player Editor, Many of you have seen Megan Rapinoe recently showcased in the news. Ms. Rapinoe is a member of the United States National Women’s Soccer team currently playing in the FIFA world championships in France. Ms. Rapinoe has chosen to use our National Anthem as a forum to protest her perceived social and economic injustices that prevail in our country. This is America, she certainly has the right to protest in what she believes are injustices that need national attention. I do, however, question the venue
she is using to advance her agenda. She is seen during the playing of our National Anthem standing with a smirk on her face and her hands at her sides and not across her heart. I think she is sadly mistaken if she thinks this initiative is advancing her cause. Whether she intends to or not, she is disrespecting many of our patriotic citizens, along with our active duty and veteran military personnel. Particularly those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in insure her right to protest in our beloved country. We live in a country that is governed by elected officials on the local, state, and national level. Ms. Rapinoe if you have not already done so, why not contact your elected representatives to highlight the problems and change you so desire. In face, why don’t you run for office (lot’s of luck with that). This is a great county we live in. Most of our citizens love it here. No one is suggesting that America is perfect. We still will always have old fences to mend and new pasture to till. If you are truly not happy here, why not find a country that more coincides with your ideals and beliefs. Don’t let the door hit you on the butt. In closing, best wishes to our Women’s National Soccer team in the World Cup. Joseph J. Pantone Veteran United States Marine Corps Ocean Pines
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A woman, who thinking her car is in reverse, accidentally drives it off a parking lot ledge on 82nd Street, Tuesday.
Motorist thinking ‘Reverse,’ with transmission in ‘Drive’ By Josh Kim Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) A driver ended up in a balancing act after her car was left dangling on the edge of a beach-front parking lot on 82nd Street, Tuesday. “The car drove off the side of the lot and it was tilting into the sand,” OCPD spokeswoman Ashley Miller said. “It was about a three-foot drop.” Ocean City Fire Department had to
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After another court no-show, OC man faces arrest on sight By Josh Kim Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) Albert Purdy, 40, of Ocean City, has a history of not showing up for trial in Worcester County, so it might not have been a huge surprise when he failed to appear for trial on theft charges at the Circuit Court for Worcester County in Snow Hill on Tuesday. Purdy was charged with six misde-
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Mother credits patrol for saving stricken son Continued from Page 1 sensed something was wrong. “The guard that … happened to be at my stand, I hit him on the shoulder and I said ‘Go, go right now,’ and I sent him in … immediately,” Hayman said. The lifeguard who Hayman sent was SRT Matt Egley, a rookie who had only been patrolling for three weeks. “He did exactly what he was taught to do, which is the shallow water spinal cord extraction,” Hayman said. “Basically, you’re putting the head in a splint [and] you’re trying to stabilize the spine the best way you can.” Hayman had high praise for Egley, whose quick thinking prevented further tragedy. “Eggs [Hayman’s nickname for Egley] really did save his life, because if he didn’t flip him over, he could have drowned,” Hayman said. Hayman’s superior used a radio to call in for more help, and within minutes Assistant Crew Chief Joanna Kulp and first responder Jay Banks were there to assist Hayman and Egley. A few beach patrons attempted to aid the crew, but Hayman said that despite their good intentions, they could have ended up causing more harm than good. “To beach patrons, it looks like we’re just pulling the victim out of the water,” Hayman said. “They don’t understand that we’re…stabilizing the body…So I had to shout at a couple of people to get off of Ben because they could have ended up hurting him more.” Throughout the ordeal, Hayman said that Paepcke was conscious and fully aware of his surroundings. Hayman was in awe of how calm Paepcke was, despite the gravity of the situa-
Another no-show, another warrant Continued from Page 68 Worcester County State’s Attorney Kris Heiser said the thefts occurred from these coin machines at several businesses in Ocean City that had them on site to make change for customers. The locations of these thefts were quite random. Purdy’s schemes were peppered in between areas as far north as St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, and as far south as 17th Street. In 2008, Purdy was charged for driving under the influence and failed to appear in a trial the next year. In 2018, he was charged for driving on a suspended license, and again failed to appear for his trial the following year. Purdy committed the theft schemes in 2018, beginning around August. A warrant was issued for Purdy following his most recent no-show and police have orders to arrest him on sight.
tion. “I give full props to Ben,” Hayman said. “He was so strong about the whole thing.” Paepcke constantly kept the crew updated Joanna Kulp as to his condition, and never panicked, Hayman said. While the crew got Paepcke out of the water, other members of Beach Patrol worked on finding Paepcke transportation to a hospital. “I called for a helicopter, but … the weather was so bad west of us, the Baltimore area, they had to take him by ambulance,” Beach Patrol Capt. Butch Arbin said. Paepcke was transported by ambulance to the Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, where his condition was stabilized before he was sent to Shock Trauma in Baltimore. Friends and family of Paepcke have been updating their social media about his condition. All of these posts may be found on Beach Patrol Alumni’s Facebook page, as well. “Thank you for saving my son Benjamin’s life,” his mother Lillian Paepcke commented in one of Beach Patrol’s posts. “I’m forever grateful. He is strong and a survivor. We are a faithful family and believe in miracles. God
works in mysterious ways. Thank you Ocean City Beach Patrol and especially my heroes.” Paepcke broke his neck at C5 and suffered spinal cord damMatt Egley age. These injuries could leave him paralyzed for the rest of his life. His mother’s most recent updates have said that Paepcke has been conscience and fully aware of his surroundings, but has been struggling with a fever. As of Thursday morning, Paepcke was preparing to go in for a tracheotomy, which is a procedure done to assist in breathing. The family has set up a Go Fund Me page, and friends of the family are selling T-shirts. Their goal is to raise $200,000 to cover Paepcke’s medical expenses, and, as of Thursday, it has reached $47,681. The beach patrol monitors the Ocean City beach from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, from Memorial Day weekend until Sept. 22. Arbin and Hayman stressed the importance of swimming during these hours, and also following all of the safety notices posted on the beach. “We put the information out there
to not do these things,” Hayman said. “On the back of the lifeguard stands are signs that say, ‘shallow waters, no diving or flips.’” Additionally, a boat Russell Hayman goes through the waters with a screen that says, “diving into shallow water or body surfing in an unsafe manner could cause neck injury or paralysis.” Many people have called the beach patrol lifeguards heroes, but Hayman rejected this notion. “I don’t agree with it at all,” he said. “If it happened on my beach, if it happened at the inlet, if it happened on 130th Street, wherever it happened in Ocean City, it could happen on anybody’s beach. We’re all trained the same…no matter where one of us goes…we know how to operate.” For updates on Benjamin’s condition follow Ocean City Beach Patrol Alumni on Facebook. To help Benjamin, donate to his Go Fund Me page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/d5tusu-prayers-forpap or you can buy a shirt: http://webeetees.com/prayers_for_p ap/shop/home?fbclid=IwAR11BTbhEYFRtf0BmwSOFDe2JV7PBfMcD74 An21q88Sqd973aIMTtjv8csw
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KITCHEN FIRE A small house fire was reported at the 9000 block of Caribbean Drive in Ocean City shortly before 11 a.m. on July 10. The Ocean City Fire Department’s first arriving engine found smoke coming out of the house as a result of unattended cooking, according to Fire Marshal Ryan Whittington. The fire was isolated. No injuries were reported.
patrol has dealt with in the past is lost children. Arbin said that the solution to this problem is for parents to introduce their children to lifeguards first. This way, children will have a point of reference in case they stray from their families. If a child becomes lost, then both the parent and the child should go to a lifeguard to report the incident. Doing so dramatically reduces the reunification process, he said. The beach patrol also aided the fire marshal’s office with its campaign to prevent the use and possession of illegal fireworks. “Every year on July 4, we notice an issue with the amount of illegal fireworks on the beach,” Deputy Fire Marshal Joe Sexauer said. “One of the big things we did this year was that we teamed up with the beach patrol as well as the police department.” The fire marshal’s office increased signage around town, distributed flyers and even released a video reminding the public that firework use and possession was illegal in the resort. In a press release, Ocean City Fire Marshal David Hartley said the power of fireworks should not be underestimated, and that they could cause inSee EARLY Page 72
By Josh Kim Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) While most people enjoyed the beaches and fireworks during this year’s Fourth of July weekend, members of the Ocean City Police Department, Fire Marshal’s Office and Beach Patrol found themselves working harder because of the holiday weekend population explosion. “According to our records, there were approximately 284,018 in town on the Fourth of July,” OCPD Spokeswoman Ashley Miller said. “For the weekend, (Thursday through Sunday), there were approximately 1,198,307 people in town.” To prepare for that, Ocean City Beach Patrol Capt. Butch Arbin said the seasonal force increased the number personnel it has watching the beach — a move that may have helped save a life. Beach patrol surf rescue technicians helped save Benjamin Paepcke, 19, of Baltimore after he injured his neck after diving into shallow water. Outside of this incident, Arbin said that this year’s Fourth of July was much tamer than previous years. There were 18 rescues, 66 minor injuries and 1,593 general incident reports. The most common ordeal that beach
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House party on 73rd Street nets several arrests By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) Several arrests were made after police broke up a house party in the 100 block of 73rd Street overnight on July 4. Police responded just before 12:30 a.m. for reports of a loud affair involving hundreds of attendees, who were largely under the legal drinkHarrison Wright ing age. At the scene, police said a man, later identified as Harrison Wright, 22, of Ocean city exited the residence and began waving his arms while screaming obsceniMatthew Salvo ties. When policed questioned Wright about the behavior, he allegedly said, “girl problems, man,” before being arrested for disorderly conduct. While clearing the Hannah Cook house of partiers, police also arrested Matthew Salvo, 20, of Perry Hall for an open container violation after he allegedly tried to leave the scene with a beer. Also detained among the more than hundred guests in attendance was Hannah Cook, 20, of Bel Air who was arrested for obstructing and hindering an investigation. Police said when questioned, Cook refused to provide identification and ignored requests to remain at the scene before being taken into custody.
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Hotels face tougher competition Continued from Page 1 “Now Booking.com and Expedia do the vacation rentals on their sites, which used to … just be the hotels and motels,” she said. “It’s too many options.” Councilwoman Mary Knight inquired about the approaches Jones’ organization is taking to address the short-term rental trend. Jones said she would be providing testimony to the Worcester County Commissioners the following day as they begin work to revise room tax regulations for unincorporated sections of the county. “There’s not a whole lot we can do in terms of what Booking.com is putting on their site,” she said. “How do you convince the visitor to do a hotel instead of a vacation rental?” Ultimately, the pressure to market services and amenities falls on the individual lodging establishments, Jones said. Knight said an increasing number of negative reports from consumers have been surfacing on online rental platforms. “I’m starting to read about people having bad experiences with these short-term rentals,” she said. Jones said lobbying efforts are underway to establish increased federal oversight. “The American Hotel and Lodging Association is trying to go to Congress to say there needs to be more [federal] rules over that industry, rather than just locally,” she said. Pursel, maintaining that experience is key, said hotels typically provide a level of service not usually found in short-term rentals. “We have such a transient workforce it’s really hard to keep providing that level of service,” she said. To that end, Pursel is working with Jones to produce a video employers
can show new staff in hopes of elevating the guest experience. Tourism and Marketing Director Donna Abbott said her department is working with MGH Advertising to develop an anonymous end-of-season survey to poll hoteliers regarding booking trends this summer. “What we’d like to do is see is how early the bookings are coming in,” she said. Jones suggested timely data should be available through online rental platforms. “We should talk to Booking.com and Expedia, because they always give information at the beginning of the season on the trends,” she said. “In the spring, they said it was a 20hour window of people coming down when they were searching Friday.” The talks about expanding tourism also turned to a review of the opening rounds for Ocean City’s newly launched sports marketing study. Commission Chairman Matt James said Crossroads Consultants, who produced a comparable study for the Worcester County Commissioners, just wrapped up an initial round of interviews. “I think they’re trying to figure out exactly what we’re looking for so they can include that in their study,” he said. James said an update on the study
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Traffic stop catches wanted murder suspect By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) After conducting a traffic stop for speeding on Monday night, OCPD quickly discovered an occupant inside the vehicle was wanted in connection with a deadly shooting on July 5 in Anne Arundel County. The passenger, Jacovi Devaughn Johnson, 21, of Glen Burnie had an outstanding arrest warrant for murder charges stemming for a shooting at a pool party on July 5 about 11:15 p.m. on Everett Road in Glen Burnie. OCPD reported a red Dodge Dart with dark tinted windows was clocked traveling above the posted speed limit on Baltimore Avenue near 26th Street
just after 8:15 p.m. on Monday. After approaching the vehicle, police reportedly detected the aroma of burnt cannabis and asked the driver and passenJacovi Johnson ger to exit the car. Police quickly learned Johnson had an active arrest warrant through Anne Arundel County and placed him under arrest. The driver was cited for speeding, possession of less than 10 grams of cannabis and unauthorized window tinting. After being tipped off Johnson was
on the Eastern Shore, Anne Arundel County Police sent detectives to the area in hopes of locating the fugitive. The Anne Arundel County Police Fugitive Apprehension Team Dion Sanders and the Maryland State Police Apprehension Team responded to the scene to take Johnson into custody on Monday night. Johnson is currently incarcerated in the Anne Arundel County Detention Center awaiting trial on the following charges: first and second-degree murder, first and second-degree assault and using a firearm during a violent
crime. The pool-party shooting took the life of James Diggs IV, 29, of Gwynn Oak who succumbed to injuries after being transported to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Hospital last Friday. Police said two other victims, a 21year-old female and 27-year-old male, were also shot but not fatally. Another suspect in the shooting, Dion Sanders, 20, was located a day after the incident and faces charges for illegal possession of a firearm. Johnson is scheduled for a preliminary hearing in Annapolis on August 5, while Sanders has a trial date on September 16.
Early preparation leads to less July 4 issues Continued from Page 70 juries. Fireworks cause around 18,500 fires per year, according to the National Fire Protection Association. In 2018 alone, the Consumer Product Safety Commission found five fireworks-related deaths.
Sexauer said the campaign was a success, and that there were no serious incidents that occurred this weekend. Meanwhile, Ocean City police focused on traffic and crowd control. “OCPD prepares for the holiday weekend by establishing traffic details at both fireworks locations,” Miller said.
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“By creating the traffic details, you have a large number of police officers and public safety aides assigned to assist the flow of traffic and citizens in the immediate area of the firework event.” During the weekend, OCPD mostly received calls about city ordinance violations and disorderly conduct.
Overall, thorough preparation by the beach patrol, the fire marshal’s office and the police managed to keep the resort out of troubled waters. “Thankfully, it appears that this was a very smooth Fourth of July weekend,” Miller said. “There were no reports of anything that really stood out.”
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Worcester students complete Wor-Wic prog. requirements Slovak Republic and German Reich plan assault on Poland (July 12, 2019) The following students from Worcester County completed their program requirements to graduate with a certificate of proficiency (CT), associate of applied science (AAS), associate of arts in teaching (AAT), associate of science (AS) or associate of arts (AA) degree from Wor-Wic Community College this past fall and spring. Berlin: Laura Anderson, AAS, Chemical Dependency Counseling; Brooks Behounek, AA, General Studies; Christopher Curtis Leonard Buhrt, CT, Criminal Justice; Rolando L. Butler, AAS, Chemical Dependency Counseling; Alona Dubrovska, AS, Nursing; Alexis H. Dunlap, AA, General Studies; George P. Eppard-Annis, AA, General Studies; Luis Fermin-Cordero, AAS, Hotel-MotelRestaurant Management; Allie Anne Hastings, AA, General Studies; Samantha C. Hill, AAS, Chemical Dependency Counseling; Caroline Elizabeth Ann Hoffman, AAS, Education; Windell Bremante Howell Jr., CT, Criminal Justice; Mary Susan Jones, AAS, Hotel-MotelRestaurant Management; Paul Robert Jordan III, CT, Criminal Justice; Valerie S. Kim, AA, General Studies; Sage M. LeMaster, AS, Nursing; Jacqueline Agnes McGuire, AAS, Occupational Therapy Assistant; Isabel Nava-Guzman, AA, General Studies; Kayla M. Parsons, AA, General Studies; Robert S. Robertson, AA, General Studies; Hailey M. Scott, AS, Nursing; Mikayla M. Shemansky, CT, Criminal Justice; Brianna Ebony Taylor, AA, General Studies; Pastina A. Tingle, CT, Business; Emily J. Trimble, AAT, Education; Daniel C. Tyndall, AA, General Studies; and Christy N. Wheeless, AA, General Studies. Bishopville: Rachel Erickson, AS, Nursing. Girdletree: Rachel M. Richardson, AAS, Physical Therapist Assistant. Ocean City: Kurdt R. Achee, AA,
General Studies; Gavin W. Aquino, AAS, Radiologic Technology; Thomas Fowler, AA, General Studies; Tiffany P. Hastings, AAT, Education; Ryan Thomas Jasinski, AA, General Studies; Jeremy J. Jordan, AA, Business; April M. McCrady, AS, Nursing; Lindsey Moore, AS, Nursing; Cameron Moratis, AA, Business; Rachel E. Peck, AA, General Studies; Robert W. Pippin Jr., AAS, Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Management; Brandon C. Scheeler, AA, General Studies; Edward Taboada, AA, General Studies; Olivia Turk, AA, General Studies; and Kathryn N. Wolfe, AA, General Studies. Pocomoke City: Alexandra R. D’Agostino, AS, Nursing; Marissa M. Donaway, CT, Criminal Justice; Muriel L. Hines, AS, Nursing; Mitchell James Krystofiak, AA, General Studies; Naomi Lang, AA, General Studies, AAS, Physical Therapist Assistant; Kristy Mason, AAS, Chemical Dependency Counseling; Deyonna Parker, AAS, Physical Therapist Assistant; Lydia A. Parsons, AS, Nursing; Antony R. Perez, AA, Business; Evan S. Pinkney Sr., AA, General Studies; Courtney Hope Quillen, AAT, Education; Chad Andrew Savage, CT, Criminal Justice; George A. Schoepf, AAS, Criminal Justice; Candace E. Strand, AAS, Office Technology; Ciera Shawday Trader, CT, Criminal Justice; and Dustin M. Walker, AA, General Studies. Snow Hill: Katie L. Cherrix, AA, General Studies; Kesi Jewel Gordon, AA, General Studies; Stephanie Jackson, CT, Criminal Justice; Sierra N. Lewis, AAS, Chemical Dependency Counseling; and Angel Smythers, CT, Nursing. Stockton: Skylar A. Nock, AAT, Education. Whaleyville: Jeremiah P. Failla, AA, Computer Studies; and Tyler E. Tull, AS, Nursing.
squabble with the Poles as well. By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III During the redrawing of the EuroContributing Writer (July 12, 2019) This week, 80 years pean map following The Great War, ago, representatives of the Slovak Re- Poland received a few hundred square miles the Slovaks felt more public met with representatives of the German rightly belonged within Reich to plan their joint astheir borders. And at the sault on Poland. Munich Conference, the For the Reich, the reaPoles had rushed in and sons were numerous. One, grabbed even more. Lastly, of course, was the wrong the Poles had supported committed by the VerHungary as it was tearing sailles Treaty dividing Gersubstantial territory from many into two its smaller neighbor, since noncontiguous parts. it had done the same. There was no way a GerWith Slovakia’s indeman could get from Berlin pendence, and entry into Antonin Pulanich the Axis fold, Poland sudto Konigsberg, in East Prussia, without going by denly found itself surrounded on three sides by water or air, unless the Poles allowed travel across enemies — if the USSR is their lands. not counted. To the north was East Prussia, from And the Germans had no control over the ancient which the Germans would launch Third Army, comGerman Port on the Baltic, Danzig, because it was now manded by Georg von Küchler(“Sidecar Georg”) a “Free City.” And then there was the problem that to attack Poland. Hitler — and many GerThen, of course, there Alexander Čunderlik mans — just did not like was the long border on Slavic people and felt that Poland’s western front with Germany. And on the the country he was now south was its border with leading needed living room Slovakia, from which Four(“Lebensraum”) and that teenth Army, commanded the Slavs were going to have to get out of the way by Wilhelm List, would attack. And, unbeknownst to and provide it! the Poles, the coup de grâce For the Slovaks, they wanted to show the Reich would be applied by the Red Army, when it invaded that they appreciated all from the east on Sept. 17, that had been done for them — giving them their 1939. Augustíne Malar During secret discusindependence after censions between the Slovaks turies of domination by others. And they had a petty little and the Germans on July 20-21, the Slovaks agreed to supply an infantry division, a squadron of fighter pilots, and to allow the Germans to use their country as a base from which to launch the invasion of Poland On Aug. 26, the Slovak Republic mobilized its citizens for the coming war. One Hundred Sixty-Thousand Reservists were activated. In the meantime, the Slovak Republic created a new field army named “Bernolák” of 51,306 soldiers. The army was named for Father Anton Bernolak, an 18th Century Catholic priest and linguist. Field Army Bernolak was commanded by Gen. Ferdinand Čatloš, who was also defense minister. Field Army Bernolak was divided into three infantry divisions: Janošík Janošík, named after famed Slovak highwayman Juraj Janošík; Škultéty, named for ancient Slovak warrior Lásló Škultéty; and Razus, named for Slovak poet Martin Razus, commanded by, respectively, Antonin Pulanich, Alexander Čunderlik and Augustíne Malar. Continued on Page 75
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Continued from Page 74 General Pulanich’s Janošík Division was attached to the Gen. List’s Fourteenth Army, which was a part of General von Rundstedt’s Army Group South. At 5 a.m., on Sept. 1, 1939, General Pulanich’s Janošík Division crossed the border and occupied the village of Javorina, on the Polish side of the border. The little village had formerly been a part of Czechoslovakia, but had been lost to Poland’s Munich “grab.” The division then occupied the towns of Zakopane and Nowy Targ, which are located on the Polish side of the Slovakian border. Each currently has a population of about 30,000. Gen. Čunderlik’s Razus Division was tasked to border patrol. Although it did cross the border into Poland, it stopped on Sept. 11. General Malar’s Škultéty Division was held in reserve, where it participated in mopping up. In this it was supported by a motorized unit named Kalinčiak (named for Slovak author Ján Kalinčiak), commanded by Col. Ivan Imro. By the end of the month, all Slovak military units had been withdrawn from Poland. On Oct. 5, a victory parade was held in Poprad, a city in the foothills of the Tatra Mountains near the Polish border. Today Poprad has a population of 55,000. Two days later Field Army Bernolák was disbanded. It had captured 1,350 prisoners, for a loss of 18 dead, 46 wounded and 11 missing. In addition to the ground forces, the new republic sent three air squadrons into the campaign, of which two planes were lost. Slovakian Pilot, František Hanovec, on Sept. 6, 1939, recorded the first and only Slovak air victory in the campaign. Hanovec would go on to become an ace in the war with the USSR. The disputed territory was incorporated into the republic’s border. It involved 226 square kilometers with 4,280 inhabitants, most of whom were Slovak. Gen. Malar, was awarded the Iron Cross, First and Second Class. The Germans would later recognize him with the Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross on Jan. 23, 1942. For the next two years, Slovakia would enjoy relative peace and prosperity, as the Reich purchased everything that Slovakia grew or produced, and tens of thousands of Slovakian citizens worked in the German arms industry. But when the Reich launched “Operation Barbarosa” against the USSR, the Slovak Republic would, once again, join its German ally and take up arms against fellow Slavs. Next week: Keel of USS Massachusetts laid Mr. Wimbrow writes from Ocean City, Maryland, where he practices law representing those persons accused of criminal and traffic offenses, and those persons who have suffered a personal injury through no fault of their own. He can be contacted at: wimbrowlaw@gmail.com
SUSAN WHEELER BRASHER DAVIS Ocean City Susan Wheeler Brasher Davis passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, June 22, 2019, at University of Maryland Medical Center after a five-year battle with metastatic lung cancer. The daughter of Kate Bunting and Larry Brasher and step-daughter of Coleman Bunting, Sr. she was born at PRMC in Salisbury, Maryland, on Sept. 23, 1963 and raised in Ocean City, Maryland. She is survived by her husband, Richard L. Davis II; her son, Richard L. “Trey” Davis, III, his partner Jessica Ryan Duckworth and their child, Kyla Lily Davis; and sister, Amy Rothermel (Bob) all of Ocean City; step-siblings Elaine Gordy (Chuck) of Salisbury, Coleman Bunting, Jr. (Dawn) and Chet Bunting (Barb), mother-in-law, Faye Robbins of Cen-
tre, Alabama, and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, an infant brother, James; sister-in-law, Cheryl Lynne ChapSusan Davis man; and brother-inlaw, William Franklin Davis. Susan was a 1981 graduate of Stephen Decatur High School and attended Pennsylvania State University. She spent her entire life in the hospitality industry and, along with her sister, was a fifth generation owneroperator of the Belmont Hotel in Ocean City, Maryland. She loved her Belmont family and made countless friends over the years, many of whom watched her grow up as they would vacation each and every summer.
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For several years, she cooked dinners for the guests on the American Plan which included meals with the room rentals. However, she is most remembered for managing the front desk where she oft times sat on the porch visiting with the many guests who would change from week to week. The guest appreciation weekends in September were a particular highlight. In 2004 when the family decided to redevelop the property after 100 years in the hotel business, Susan began working in retail. She worked several years at the Unclaimed Furniture and Freight Store in Berlin, the West Ocean City LCB Store, and the Dollar Tree in the White Marlin Mall. In most recent years, she worked in the Heroes, Play to Win and The Cave stores of the Inlet Village in Continued on Page 76
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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 75 Ocean City where she enjoyed a special bond with her customers and her Inlet Village family. An avid bridge player, she loved her special bridge group and looked forward to playing as often as she could. Following in her mother’s footsteps, Susan spent many years on the Zoning Appeals Board for the Town of Ocean City and loved sports as well as local and national politics. Susan touched more lives than she could have ever imagined. She was the kind of friend everyone needs but not everyone is lucky enough to find. Interment will be private. However, the family invites you to join them to remember and honor Susan on her birthday, Monday, Sept. 23, 2019 at the Frog Bar located in the Inlet Village from 2-5 p.m. Remembrances can be made at www.stallingsFH.com. GEORGE MASTROGIANIS Ocean Pines George Mastrogianis, age 82, passed away of a sudden illness on Monday, July 8, 2019 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, Maryland, surrounded by his loving family. George was born in Salem, Massachusetts. He served proudly as a member of
the U.S. Air Force while stationed in Germany, followed by a 34-year career in the Federal Government, starting with the National Weather Bureau and retiring from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, where he was responsible for sea floor map development. George was a dedicated, kind and loving man, whose family was of utmost importance to him. He is survived by his wife, Judith Mastrogianis; daughters, Shannon Papa (R.C.) and Christa Mastrogianis (Shayne); brothers-in-law, J. Brian Dolan (Cathy), Denis Dolan (Debbie), Patrick Dolan (Kathy), Michael Dolan (deceased) and Timothy Dolan (Terri); and sister-in-law, Margaret Sherwood (Don). He was the loving grandfather of T.J., Joey, Robert and Kennedy, and a loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. In addition, he is survived by a brother and sister, Christos and Angela, and pre-deceased by a brother, Anthony. George volunteered extensively for the Optimist Club and the Irish Outreach, and touched the lives of all who knew him. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at 4 p.m. at Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin, Maryland. Visitation will be from 2-4
p.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to: St. Jude at 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, Tennessee 38105. Letters of condolence may be sent to the family at www.burbagefuneralhome.com. FRANKLIN R. TIMMONS SR. Salisbury Franklin R. Timmons Sr., age 69, of Salisbury, went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 8, 2019, at Peninsula Regional Medical Center. He was born in Salisbury and was the son of the late William H. (Bill Dink) and Florence E. (Littleton) Timmons. Frank was an electrician and owned F. Timmons Sr. Frank Timmons Electric Service. He was a member of Bible Baptist Church in Salisbury. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Mary F. Timmons of Salisbury; his children, Billie Jo Reynolds of Salisbury, Frank R. Timmons Jr. of Willards, Tammy L. Cole and fiancĂŠe, Roger Welch Jr., of Parsonsburg and Mark A. Timmons and wife, Stephanie, of Salisbury; three brothers, Charles Timmons of Snow Hill, Robert Timmons of Willards and William Timmons of Snow Hill; a sis-
ter, Catherine Taylor of Pittsville; five grandchildren, Dustin Reynolds, Ryan Cole, Tyler Cole, Cody Timmons and Taylor Timmons; and two great-grandchildren, Zoe and Tanner Cole. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, Harry Truitt, Kendell Norris, James Truitt, Sarah Truitt, Phil Timmons and Margaret Timmons. A funeral service will be held at 11a.m. on Friday, July 12, 2019, at the Church Of God Of Prophecy in Berlin. Friends may call an hour before the service at the church. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in Berlin. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Frank Timmons Memorial Fund, c/o Farmers Bank of Willards, 7233 Main St., Willards, Maryland 21874. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com. MARION T. HUBSCHER Ocean City Marion T. Hubscher, age 90, of Ocean City, died Tuesday, July 9, 2019, at home. Marion was born Aug. 23, 1928 in Detroit, Michigan. She was the daughter of the late Norman and Amelia (Schieber) Oke. She was a homemaker and member of St. Luke Catholic Church in Ocean City. She is survived by five children, Donna L. Sager and husband, Dow, of Roseville, California, Christine G. Capuano of Ocean City, Darlene J. Hayden and husband, Michael, of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, Margaret A. Jarboe and husband, William, of Davidsonville, Maryland, and Robert S. Hubscher and wife, Christine, of Selbyville; two sisters, Dorothy Romano and Rosemary Vancante both of Michigan; two brothers, William Oke of Michigan, and John Oke of Ohio; 16 grandchildren and 16 greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert M. Hubscher; a daughter, Patricia L. Foskey; a brother, Thomas Oke; and a sister, Helen Kuhn. A funeral service was held on Thursday, July 11, 2019, at BishopHastings Funeral Home in Selbyville. Burial will be in Fort Lincoln Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1315 Mt. Hermon Road, Suite D, Salisbury, Maryland 21804. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com.
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The Berlin Intermediate Little League All-Star team claims the state title in Williamsport, Maryland, on Monday.
Berlin Little League squads win 2 state, 3 district titles By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 12, 2019) Berlin Little League All-Star teams have been successful this season as three district titles and two state championships have been won, thus far.
Major Softball: The Major Softball League captured the state championship title on July 9, in Sharpsburg, in a thrilling game against Havre De Grace. Berlin came out on top, 8-7. “We had a big inning and tied the game up,” Coach Katie Griffin said. “It was just so amazing the way these girls battled back in almost every game we played.” The squad earned the district title on June 26, defeating Delmar 7-2, in Delmar. The team had previously defeated Delmar the day before, 3-0. The team began its state competition on July 6. The girls won their first game, 14-2, over St. Mary’s. The group then took out South County, 7-2. The squad experienced its first loss of the season against Havre De Grace on July 7, 10-8. The team returned from its loss the following night, edging out Caroline County, 2-1. The team then topped Havre De Grace, 5-4, also that evening. “I have played and watched a lot of
softball in my life and this was some of the best softball I have ever seen,” Griffin said. “This is the first Major League state championship and Berlin Little League softball’s second state championship overall after the junior girls did it last year.” The Major Softball League team will now compete in the regional tournament in Bristol, Connecticut on Saturday, July 20. Some tournament games will be televised.
11-12 League: The 11-12 team fought valiantly against Fruitland, in Fruitland, on Wednesday, in the district semifinals, but lost a close game, 3-2. “It’s a good, strong team. They’ve got good hitting and pitching and they’re hardworking,” Coach Tom Udzielak said. “It was a hard-fought game with great pitching. We got down by a couple of runs but the players never gave up and almost came back to win in the last inning.” The team will play against Delmar in Berlin on Friday at 6 p.m. for a chance to compete in the finals, Sunday, July 14, of the double-elimination tournament. If Berlin wins on Friday, the team will face Fruitland again on Sunday. The 11-12 team defeated West Salisbury, 3-1, in Berlin on July 3. On July
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6, the boys shut out Delmar in Berlin, 6-0. Udzielak expects his team will do well, and could even go as far as last year’s squad, whose season ended one game away from the World Series. “We hope to go as far, if not farther, than we did last year,” Udzielak said.
Intermediate: The Berlin Intermediate team, comprised of boys ages 11-13, is currently undefeated as the boys prepare
for the regional tournament after claiming the state championship on Monday in Williamsport, winning 220 over St. Mary’s County. “They are a good group of young men and I’m looking forward to going up to New York and making some noise up there,” Coach Mitch Loring said. The team captured the district title on June 26, with a 10-3 victory over Fruitland in Berlin. The boys had their first state game See BERLIN Page 78
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Berlin LL All-Star teams still going strong in tourneys Continued from Page 77 last Saturday against Four County, and crushed their opponent, 21-0, in four innings. On Sunday, the squad defeated Conococheague, 4-3, pulling out the win in the bottom of the seventh inning. “I’d like to thank all the parents for going through this with us,” Loring said. “I really appreciate the support from not just our parents on the team but from the whole town of Berlin. Berlin has been awesome to us. The local support is just great.” The team will have its first regional game in Dix Hills, New York, on Friday, July 19. PHOTO COURTESY KATIE GRIFFIN
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9-10 League: The 9-10 All-Star team captured the district championship in Delmar last Friday, topping Delmar, 13-1. “We have a special group of players,” Coach Ron Calloway said. “The support we get from our community is great. We are proud to wear the name Berlin across our chests. We scored 64 runs in four games and only gave up 14. “We have a great coaching staff with Barbara Cohut and Simon Bredenberg,” Calloway added. “And, we’ve got a really good group of kids. They’ve been playing baseball together for three or four years since Tball and I think we’ve got a really good chance in the Maryland tournament.” The team won its first district game on July 6, 15-4, over Willards. The group them trounced East Wicomico, 22-2. “I’ve never been part of something like that,” Calloway said. “We batted around in our order three times and it wasn’t like they were giving us air. It was just hit after hit.” The next game will take place in Baltimore on Saturday at 4:30 p.m. against a team from District 3, out of Washington D.C. The Major Softball and Intermediate teams will hold a parent’s night out fundraiser on Wednesday, July 17, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Berlin Activities Depot. The cost is $20 for two hours of jump time and play time in the ninja room, for children. A DJ will play music and baked goods will be sold. For more information about the fundraiser, call 410-629-0707. The Berlin Little League All-Star teams will hold various fundraisers over the next few weeks, including standing outside the Berlin Walmart to raise funds for tournament travel and hotel costs. Local businesses are also encouraged to donate. For more information about fundraising events, visit the Friends of Berlin Little League Facebook page.
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Ocean City Tuna Tournament this weekend By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (July 12, 2019) Tuna fishing is “decent” as the 32nd annual Ocean City Tuna Tournament kicks off today and runs until Sunday. Anglers have been catching bigeye, yellowfin and bluefin tuna, Tuna Tournament Director Jennifer Blunt said. A 220-pound bluefin tuna was brought to the Ocean City Fishing Center in West Ocean City last weekend, so “there are big fish out there,” Blunt said. Yellowfin tuna have been landed in the 50-70-pound range, she added, and
a couple “decent size” bigeyes were caught last weekend as well. “I think we’ll probably see more yellowfin than anything else [during the tournament],” Blunt said earlier this week. “Hopefully everything falls into line and we have another successful event.” The cost to enter the tournament was $1,000 ($900 for early registration by July 5). Twelve teams pre-registered, three of which are new to the tournament, Blunt said. Most crews wait until the final registration day, which was Thursday, July
11, to keep an eye on the forecast. In 2018, only 10 of the 104 boats preregistered. Altogether, there were 17 added entry-level calcuttas for the 2019 competition. The cost to enter ranged from $200 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. The cost to go across the board with the $1,000 entry fee for boats 52 feet
and larger was $17,700; $17,450 for boats 36-51 feet; and $17,200 for boats 35 feet and smaller. The Level H 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 2018, 44 of the tournament’s 104 boats entered the calcutta and the pot totaled $198,000. For 2019, tournament fishing is permitted Friday through Sunday, July 1214. Anglers will fish two of the three days. Boats can leave either the Ocean See TOURNAMENT Page 80
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Tournament weigh-ins at OC Fishing Center this weekend
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The Sindaco crew won the tuna division of the Ocean City Marlin Club’s 37th annual Canyon Kick Off, held last weekend, with a 142.8-pounder. The group received $12,847.50 for the fish.
Six releases takes division; large tuna, dolphin caught By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (July 12, 2019) Sixty-two boats participated in the Ocean City Marlin Club’s 37th annual Canyon Kick Off last weekend, and $96,120 was distributed among the winners. “It went well. The weather was a little rough [so] some smaller boats backed out,” said Bob Althauser, director of the Canyon Kick Off with Al Rittmeyer. “Friday was fine. Saturday was rough and Sunday the seas were very heavy out in the canyons. It was fine going in and out, but closer to the canyons the seas were very large.” Participants had the option to fish two of three tournament days. In the billfish release division, Gret’s Three J’s took first place with 650 points, releasing five white marlins and one blue. The team was awarded $30,420. The Billfisher crew released six white marlins, the last at 9:40 a.m. to land in second place. The group won $4,212. The Buckshot team also released six white marlins, the last at 10:44 a.m., to finish in third. The team took home $2,808. The Sindaco crew won the tuna division with a 142.8-pounder. The group received $12,847.50 for the fish. The team also reeled in the third-place fish – a 95.8-pound tuna – and pocketed an additional $2,079. The Canyon Hunter team caught a 112.4-pound tuna and was awarded $13,018.50.
The Makenzie Rae crew earned first place in the dolphin division with a 52.4-pound fish. The group was presented $22,747.50. The Dawg Haus team boated a 26.8pound dolphin, good for second place. The Lucky Duck II team was awarded $3,118.50 for its 19.6-pound dolphin. Because of participation in added entry level calcuttas, the Buckshot and Head Hunter teams both won $1,039.50 for their 17.6-pound catches. The Husevo team landed a 53.4pound bluefin tuna and was presented $2,790. The Fin-Ally team hooked an 87.6pound bluefin tuna. “There were some very happy boaters. There were some nice prizes paid out,” Althauser said. “I thought it was an excellent turnout. I think everyone had a great time. We’re looking forward to the 38th annual tournament next year.” The Ocean City Marlin Club’s next tournament is the 15th annual Kid’s Classic, slated for July 20-21. It is open to anglers 19 and younger. 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.
Continued from Page 79 City or Indian River inlets. Catches will be weighed at the Ocean City Fishing Center from 4-7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and until 7 p.m. Sunday. There is no cost to watch the weigh-ins, which are open to the public. Ocean City Tuna Tournament official T-shirts will be available for purchase during the weigh-ins. Several other vendors will have booths set up on the Fishing Center docks, including Park Place Jewelers, Costa, Huk and LuLaRoe. A truck selling SnoBall frozen ice treats will also be on site. 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. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place in the Park Place Jewelers Ladies Division. A $1,500 award will be presented to the female angler who catches the largest tuna. 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 prizes of $500 and $250 will be presented to junior anglers who land the second- and thirdheaviest fish. There will also be prize money of $2,500, $1,000 and $500 for the first-,
second- and third-largest dolphin. Since several wahoo have been caught during the tournament over the years, organizers added a division for the fish in 2016. Prize money will also be presented this year. There will be free parking during weigh-ins in the West Ocean City Park & Ride. Free shuttles to and from the Fishing Center and Park & Ride will be available during weigh-ins. For more information about the Tuna Tournament, call 410-213-1121 or visit www.octunatournament.com. The 2018 Ocean City Tuna Tournament saw a big jump in participation and prize money awarded compared to the 2017 competition. In 2017, 88 boats entered into the competition and more than $785,000 was distributed to the winners. For the 31st annual tournament in 2018, 104 boats registered and over $857,600 was paid out. Sam Thorpe landed the largest tuna of the 2018 tournament – a 144-pound bluefin. Thorpe and his Playmate teammates were awarded $328,960. A majority of that money – $198,000 – came from the Level H Pro Tuna Jackpot. Goin’ In Deep earned first place in the Heaviest Stringer Weight Division last year, with a total of 325 pounds. The team received a check for $237,438. A large portion of that money – $117,000 – came from the Level G Heaviest Stringer Jackpot. Fifty-two out of 104 boats registered for the calcutta.
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The Makenzie Rae crew earned first place in the dolphin division of the Ocean City Marlin Club’s 37th annual Canyon Kick Off, held last weekend, with a 52.4-pound fish. The group was presented $22,747.50.
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Auction items and hole sponsorship sought for event (July 12, 2019) Hole sponsors and silent auction items are needed for the eighth annual Mary Mac Foundation Memorial Golf Tournament, scheduled for Aug. 2 at the Ocean Pines Golf Club. The tournament each year raises funds for local and regional youth programs to honor Mary McMullen (1948-2012), a special education instructor at Severna Park High School and Ruth Eason School in Millersville, Maryland. During the 1970s, she also helped established the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department. Tim McMullen, a youth sports coach at Worcester Preparatory School and member of the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Committee, started the nonprofit Mary Mac Foundation, Inc. to honor his late wife. This year, money raised during the sold-out tournament will benefit summer youth recreation programs in Ocean Pines. Funds will also assist Camp Barnes, a residential camp in Frankford, Delaware, for low-income children, and Camp St. Vincent de Paul in Baltimore, an organization offering eight-week summer camps for homeless children. Last year, the tournament and the Mary Mac Foundation’s second annual Camden Yards Night helped raise more than $24,000 for youth recreation programs. “The recreation budget in Ocean Pines is just a small percentage of your annual assessment, but it’s some of the best dollars that we spend,” McMullen said. “Our mission this year – and every year – is to support those programs and to send as many low-income kids to summer camps as possible. “We think that every child deserves a good summer, and the more money we raise the more we can do to support those types of programs,” he added. Hole sponsorships for the 2019 Mary Mac Foundation Memorial Golf Tournament cost $100. Tournament organizers are also seeking merchandise and gift certificates for a silent auction during the tournament. For information about sponsorships, making a charitable donation, or donating an item for the silent auction, contact McMullen at 443-8272091 or email marymacfoundation2@gmail.com. Sponsorship deadline is July 30. Donations to the Mary Mac Foundation can be made online, or by check payable to Mary Mac Foundation, 174 Nottingham Lane, Berlin, Maryland, 21811. For more information, visit www.marymac.org. Your Online Community: www.oceancitytoday.com
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By Dave Dalkiewicz Contributing Writer (July 12, 2019) The column prior to this one centered around observing a surf spot and getting a good idea of what was going on before heading into the water. A major aspect of this observation process came under the heading of the “rule of three,” as in for every foot of wave height observe and study for three minutes. If the waves are three feet, observe for nine minutes. If the waves are 10 feet observe for 30 minutes, and so on. This is not an absolute, of course, but the idea is to take some time and have a good look at what is going on in the water before running headlong into what is really a foreign environment. But how does one determine the height of a wave? Generally speaking, wave heights are measured from the crest to the trough. This is also known as the wave face. In the pre-internet era I worked as a reporter for a service that provided information on surf and wave conditions. It was a phone number that people could call. They would subscribe and for a fee would receive this important information. I was a reporter for this immediate area. I was instructed to determine wave height measured from the crest, or top of the wave, to the trough, or bottom of the wave. The reference was to be of a six-foot man. As an example, a waist-high wave would be considered three feet. A chest-high wave five feet. A head-high wave six feet, so on and so forth. In this manner at least a scale or standard was set. Sounds easy enough, right? Well, not quite. It seems to be different in certain areas of the world, namely Hawaii.
This is where any standard gets totally skewed. A wave could easily be double overhead, 10 to 12 feet on the face, and it’ll be called two, maybe three feet. Or in the language of pidgin – “two, tree feet, no big ting.” I remember reading a story about Mike Eaton and how George Downing escorted him out to sizable Waimea Bay. Downing figured the waves to be about 20 feet. Eaton thought it much bigger with the comment, “George’s feet must be pretty big!” I have the greatest respect for Hawaiians and anybody who will challenge themselves in sizable surf, but let’s be real. Is it a macho thing? Is it just to keep crowds down? Some say that the idea is to measure the back of the wave. I’ve yet to see anyone ride the back of a wave. Some slab waves can be huge on the face and have no back at all. A good friend of mine who moved to the North Shore of Oahu some time ago is a master plumber and an avid surfer. He’s told me that when he shows up on a job and is asked about the size of the surf he never, ever says it’s more than five feet no matter how big it is! So I guess in the end it’s all relative. Relative to one’s experience or what one gets use to over a period of time. One’s perspective will have quite a bearing as well. I keep a record on a calendar of the day’s conditions and instead of describing wave size by numbers I’ll use terms like knee-to-waist, or waist-tohead high, or overhead. Let’s be honest. In the real world five feet is five feet, 10 feet is 10 feet. It’s a standard that most people can understand. But perspective, once again, can mean a great deal. As for the Hawaiians? Maybe “two, tree feet” is just fine! – Dave Dalkiewicz is the owner of Ocean Atlantic Surf Shop in Ocean City.
Youth fishing contest, July 20 (July 12, 2019) The Ocean Pines Anglers Club will host the 23rd annual Art Hansen Memorial Youth Fishing Contest on Saturday, July 20, at the South Gate Pond, near Sports Core Pool, in Ocean Pines. Registration is from 8:30-9:30 a.m. and the contest will run until 10:30 a.m. Youths should bring their own fishing rod and reel. Bait will be provided. There will be three age groups: 4-7, 811 and 12-16.
A trophy will be awarded for the biggest fish in each age group with special awards for the top three. Children younger than age 4 can fish but will not be eligible for a trophy. This is a free event. All registrants will receive a prize compliments of the Anglers Club, the Ocean City/Berlin Optimist Club and the Atlantic Coast Sportfishing Association. For more information, contact John McFalls at 610-505-1697.
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Add 1 lb. Alaskan Crab Legs $1695 Early Bird 5-6pm
OPEN DAILY 11AM 9 HI-DEF TVs
Happy Hour 4-7pm REDUCED HAPPY HOUR DRINK PRICES Beers $ 30 Select Drafts $ 85 Margaritas $ 90 Domestic Rail Drinks
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Winner of Top 5 Best Buffets in America
DAILY 5-9PM
Add 2 lbs. Alaskan Crab Legs $3095
300 OFF Adult Buffet
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STEAMER SPECIAL
1 lb. Crab Legs with an Ear of Corn
2195
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2 lbs. Crab Legs with 2 Ears of Corn
Plus Many Other Specials!
3795
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Available All Day at Horizons & Breakers Pub Daily
House Wines
SUNDAY THRU THURSDAY
30% OFF Dinner Menu Entrées 5-7pm BEACH BAR & POOL BAR • OPEN 11AM DECK PARTY 4-7PM
5PM-10PM THURS THRU TUES 4PM-9PM WED Fri. July 12 - Sun. July 14
FIRST CLASS Mon. July 15 - Sun. July 21
ON THE EDGE
SUNDAY & MONDAY
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Live Acoustic Music by
STEPHEN ANTHONY Sat. 12-4PM
Hamburgers Kosher Hot Dogs Polish Sausage or Barbequed Grilled Chicken Sandwich
TUESDAY - FRIDAY
7 Food Specials
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MONDAY THRU FRIDAY
HORIZONS & BREAKERS PUB Soup & Salad or Soup & Half Sandwich
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$12.95 Dinner Specials 5-10pm Holidays & Specials Excluded
MONDAY THRU SATURDAY
BREAKFAST BUFFET 7am-10:30am $13.95 Adults • $10.95 Children • 3 & Under Free
SUNDAY
DELUXE BREAKFAST BUFFET 7am-1pm $15.95 Adults • $11.95 Children • 3 & Under Free
FRIDAY & SATURDAY 20% OFF Dinner Menu Entrées 5-7pm $16.95 Dinner Specials 5-10pm Holidays & Specials Excluded
SUNDAY, MONDAY & THURSDAY
STEAK NIGHT 5-10pm • 30% OFF Steaks Holidays & Specials Excluded
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