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Where they were Sixty-six percent of the 317 million people living in the United States today hadn’t been born, and of those who did come into the world before July 20, 1969, about five million of them were too young to grasp that day’s significance.

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) U.S. Winds’ pending installation of an offshore 300plus foot meteorological tower, originally slated for mid-July, was delayed after Hurricane Barry made landfall at Intercoastal City, Louisiana on Saturday.

The meteorological tower, which was constructed by EPIC Applied Technologies in Louisiana, was to be transported north to its eventual destination 17-miles offshore of the Ocean City coastline.

City Engineer Terry McGean said the extreme weather conditions have altered the original time frames for installation.

“It was supposed to have left Louisiana on Friday,” he said.

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Trevor Deihl, 23, of Reedville, Virginia, walked away unharmed after crash landing his 1981 vintage single engine Cessna 172 RG airplane off the beach near 20th Street on See ENGINE Page 74

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The four-seat Cessna 172 RG sits at surf’s edge near 20th Street after washing up to shore from where pilot Trevor Deihl ditched the aircraft in the ocean because of engine trouble, Tuesday.

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BPAC meeting presents goals and tackles safety concerns

By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) When the Maryland Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee held its quarterly meeting on July 12 at the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce offices in West Ocean City, Paul Mauser, who heads the Ocean City advisory body, updated members on local progress.

Mauser, who also serves and Ocean City government’s engineering manager, told the group the resort’s “Complete Streets Policy” requires planning with cyclists and pedestrians in mind.

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side will be widened at 120th, 123rd, 127th, and 130th streets. He also said the local advisory committee’s objectives are to apply for a “Bicycle Friendly Community” designation, acquire funding for a Town Bike Masterplan, develop bike infrastructure, develop and promote “Lights on Bikes” and improve outreach and education to J-1 visa students.

Mauser cited the death of a cyclist on July 6 in Bethany Beach as the motivation for improving education and outreach for bike lights for J-1 students.

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Cowboy Coast denied for tour bus parking

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) After discovering an apparently untagged bus already on site, the Ocean City Council voted 4-3 this week to deny a request from Cowboy Coast owner Mark Bogosh to permit tour buses for national musical acts to occupy half a dozen public parking spots on 18th Street by Coastal Highway.

Council President Lloyd Martin said the request was presented during the Police Commission meeting last week and failed to gain a second vote following a motion to approve by Councilman Matt James.

“We were hoping he’d be here to try and work out something to make this happen,” he said. “It was pushed forward because Councilman James was adamant about trying to make this happen.”

James said the previous week’s discussion raised concerns about negatively affecting the surrounding neighborhood.

“Correct me if I’m wrong, but the rest of the group thought this was something the full council should discuss,” he said.

James said while the request had included a dozen concert dates, since that time Bogosh said the list has been whittled down to a handful of performances remaining for the balance of the summer.

“He explained the importance of these spots in getting some of the larger concerts,” he said. “I figure we could give him a shot. If it didn’t work out we don’t do it again.”

Councilman John Gehrig said Bogosh was likely unable to attend that evening’s meeting during prime-time summer hours for drinking establishments.

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The Ocean City Council voted 4-3 this week to deny a request from Cowboy Coast owner Mark Bogosh to permit tour buses for national musical acts to inhabit half a dozen public parking spots on 18th Street and Coastal Highway after discovering an apparently untagged bus already on site.

a work session,” he said. “If it’s our job to make that call, then we should probably get all the facts first-hand.

There’s a lot of legitimate concerns with it.”

Councilman Mark Paddack said the minutes from the Police Commission meeting the week before were included in that night’s meeting packet and provided ample details.

Gehrig noted the Police Commission failed to reach a conclusion regarding a recommendation.

“Don’t call me out on not reading the minutes. I’m not reading the minutes, I want to see the man and ask him some questions,” he said. “It’s the procedure of the committees to make a recommendation.”

Paddack said during the Police Commission meeting Bogosh had commented that national acts often feel entitled to having special considerations to perform in a venue.

“I agree with that, however not at the expense for … the taxpayers of the Town of Ocean City,” he said.

Paddack also wondered where Cowboy Coast had previously located performers’ tour buses.

“I would suspect that they probably have parked on private property adjacent to … his business,” he said.

Paddack also took exception with Bogosh claiming that tour buses would serve to compensate for a lack of a “green room,” or dressing room facilities inside the club.

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By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Worcester County residents will have the opportunity to voice their opinions about a proposal to raise the county’s room tax rate next month.

The Worcester County Commissioners agreed to schedule a public hearing about increasing the rate from 4.5 percent to 5 percent during an Aug. 20 meeting. The decision was all but unanimous, with Commissioner Joshua Nordstrom abstaining from the vote.

Kelly Shannahan, assistant chief administrative officer, said the commissioners adopted Resolution 19-1 during a May 21 meeting, but a public hearing is the next step in the process. The legislation stems from a proposal from the Town of Ocean City. Meehan previously said in a proposal to county officials the increase would “generate additional revenue needed to cover the increase in special events costs.”

Shannahan also stressed the commissioners decision would need to be unanimous.

If approved, the increased tax rate would go into effect on Jan. 1, 2020, according to Shannahan.

Cowboy Coast denied bus parking Continued from Page 5 hotel loading zones and comparable parking considerations granted to downtown businesses.

Despite the request seeming reasonable, Dare questioned why tour bus parking wasn’t available on site.

After examining the location on Google maps, Dare said of roughly 39 spots, a handful of spaces behind the bar appeared blocked.

“On the way down to the meeting tonight I drove into the parking lot and there’s already a bus there,” he said. “It’s an old school bus [and] it’s there in the photo on Google, so it been there for some period of time.”

Dare speculated that the number of parking spaces provided for an operation of that capacity is likely below standard.

“It’s probably grandfathered in,” he said.

Until the seemingly abandoned bus is removed from Cowboy Coast’s parking lot, Dare said supporting the request would be difficult.

“I don’t know why you’d have that taking up customer parking on your … lot and then turn around and ask the city for it,” he said.

Over the course of that day, Dare said his outlook for granting the request soured.

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Councilwoman Mary Knight, who also serves on the Police Commission, said she inquired about prior practices regarding tour bus placement.

“His response was they expect to be right at the door,” she said. “He also said those six spaces he’s requesting are never full.”

After monitoring the parking situation on the south east corner of 18th Street by Coastal Highway, Knight reached a different conclusion.

“The least number of cars I’ve seen there are four in those six spaces,” she said.

Knight also raised the specter of uninformed tourists having a bad experience if ticketed for parking at the location within 24 hours of the spots being reserved.

“He said that those spaces are available and they’re not,” she said. “There are, as president Martin said, alternatives for him, so I see no need for it.”

Knight also expressed surprise Bogosh was not in attendance that evening after pleading his case a week earlier.

“He basically begged us, it got to the point where he was like, ‘please,’” she said. “We thought the prudent thing was let the whole council make

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James said he was informed the current procedure for tour buses at Cowboy Coast involves pulling into the bar’s parking lot after unloading equipment.

“I believe they take up the bus lane right in front of his business when they’re unloading and loading out,” he said.

Further, James explained Bogosh had requested those specific parking spaces because they are directly adjacent to the stage door.

“That was part of his reason for wanting those spots because of the proximity to where the equipment is kept,” he said.

Seeking compromise, James suggested the five remaining concert dates could be approved on a case-bycase basis.

“If there’s some days that work, why not give him a chance?” he said.

Paddack said occupying the bus lane on Coastal Highway, which falls under the purview of the State Highway Administration, to load and unload equipment violates state law and is subject to a fine.

Echoing Dare’s sentiments, Paddack suggested the bus currently parked behind Cowboy Coast needs to be addressed prior to other considerations.

“We have an ordinance against abandoned vehicles on private property … that are not properly insured and registered,” he said. “I’m all for helping this guy out but he’s not helping himself out enough.”

Paddack made a motion to deny the request, which was supported by Dare, Knight and Martin.

“In the future he can come in and give us another presentation when he’s corrected his own yard,” Paddack said.

Mayor Rick Meehan said the topic could be reexamined at a future work session.

“I don’t know if he knew to be here tonight,” he said.

Meehan suggested Bogosh solicit support from neighboring businesses and make a subsequent presentation before the full council.

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By Josh Kim Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) The following took place at the July 10 meeting of Ocean City’s Green Team:

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Ocean City’s director of planning and community development, Bill Neville, passed out pamphlets to the Green Team that detailed the National Nuisance Flood Plan.

By Oct. 1, 2020, the city should have evaluated new Army Corps of Engineers feasibility studies and cost estimates, study the implication of new FloodIQ website products, work with state agencies to collect data and establish nuisance flooding baselines and prepare a Nuisance Flood plan.

The Maryland Coastal Bays Program has secured funding from the EPA and NOAA and will hold a press conference on July 23.

A portion of the funding will go toward the Protect our Sand and Sea Campaign, which focuses on waste reduction. Portions of the funding will also go toward developing green infrastructure curriculum at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

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The Green Team received messages suggesting the installation of a metal whale structure in which beach patrons could put plastic waste.

While the idea was deemed interesting, many of the members agreed that there were too many variables that would simply not work.

City Environmental Engineer Gail Blazer updated the team on the city’s cigarette butt receptacles known as butt huts. Blazer said the butt huts contents have regularly filled 55-gallon barrels.

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Crosswalks will use piano key style, more visible to drivers Continued from Page 3 With regard to bike infrastructure improvements, Mauser said the State Highway Administration is constructing a hiker biker trail connecting Maryland 611 to the Route 50 Bridge.

He also plans to apply for the Maryland Department of Transportation Bikeways grant to create a trail in the Montego Bay community.

Additional efforts include the “Bikes on the Beach” trial event in the fall, a “Shared Used Path,” and an updated crosswalk style to “Piano Keys.”

The piano key style is also known as continental – it consists of alternating thick white strips across the crosswalk, rather than the traditional two vertical strips. The continental style is more visible for drivers.

Mauser is most excited for the trial run of bike parking on ocean side streets in the fall.

“If successful, we’ll implement at more locations this year,” Mauser said. “Right now, everyone’s just piling their bikes on dune fencing.”

The number of bicycle and pedestrian accidents in Ocean City, meanwhile, have been hovering around the same level since 2012. That year, an audit of activity from 17th to 56th Streets showed of 35 pedestrian incidents, with the area south of 40th Street being the largest contributor.

After the audit, the numbers decreased to just below 20 collisions in 2015, stagnated, and have since started creeping up to just over 30 collisions in 2018.

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Some of these variables include the cost of installing the piece and disposing the trash collected. Another concern was whether beach goers would use the structure to dispose of none-plastic waste, such as diapers.

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Although questions regarding fiscal responsibility were bandied about, the Ocean City Council this week approved the first reading of a measure to establish a $2.5 million line of credit.

Finance Director Chuck Bireley initially reviewed an ordinance to open a revolving line of credit through the Bank of Ocean City during the council’s July 9 work session.

Bireley explained the financing option could be exercised to facilitate property acquisitions or capital projects, with a resolution required to later reimburse funds through a bond issuance.

The Bank of Ocean City was the low bidder among three financial institutions at a fixed rate of 2.9 percent for a three-year term, Bireley said.

During the council meeting on Monday, former Councilman Vince Gisriel Jr. took exception to the financing proposal.

Noting a primary function of the line of credit would be financing land acquisitions, Gisriel questioned the long-term ramifications of the city purchasing property.

“I couldn’t help but wonder how many more parcels the city is going to acquire, taking taxpaying properties off the tax rolls and turning them into

tax exempt properties,” he said.

Gisriel also asked about the number of capital projects in the pipeline that might use the credit line.

“Perhaps in the future it may be a good financial tool, but I don’t see it at this time,” he said.

Over the last several years the city’s general fund balance has fluctuated, Gisriel said.

“One of the reasons cited by one councilmember for the tax increase in the budget this year was to begin to get from 15 percent to the 20 percent threshold,” he said.

Gisriel envisioned a troubling scenario if sums up to $2.5 million were unable to be drawn from fund balance.

“As I see it, short-term borrowing out of fund balance, with reserves of that nature, is a much more solid way to go than creating a line of financing,” he said.

The line of credit proposal was originally recommended by the city’s financial advising firm, Wye River, with bids from three lenders received on June 26. The terms include an initial fee of $2,500 to establish the credit line, along with an annual $250 renewal fee over the three-year term.

Gisriel noted the line of credit raises concerns over easy access to funding.

“How tempting it is to go to that fund more than once,” he said. “I’m reminded of … giving a teenager a credit

card with a substantial credit limit and what problems that can cause a household.”

Gisriel argued the city’s charter is intended to exert tight controls on borrowing.

“I believe the framers of that charter, meaning municipal charters that have been adopted throughout Maryland, wanted to make it reasonably tough to borrow because they wanted financial discipline in government,” he said. “They didn’t want the ability to just go out on a whim and borrow $2.5 million.”

Instead of approving the credit line with an ordinance, Gisriel proposed amending the charter to establish the funding source.

“I believe anytime you’re playing around or changing financing, it ought to be by charter amendment not a simple ordinance,” he said.

During the earlier work session, Councilman Mark Paddack had inquired about the city’s current level of indebtedness for current bond-funded projects, which Gisriel said was estimated between $90 million to $101 million.

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OPEN HOUSE FRIDAY 7/19 3:00-5:00 THE ULTIMATE GARDEN LAWN

Belongs to this one-of-a-kind Colonial nestled on a large corner lot. Walk the brick walkways through the ponds & bridges to the Screened Gazebo! 3 Gas Fireplaces, Formal Living & Dining, Sun Room, Family Room, Mud Room, and Eat-in Island Kitchen! Lots of closets and ceiling fans! Screened garage Door.

19 Brandywine Dr • Ocean Pines

Dir: OP South, Left on Ocean Pkwy, Left on Brandywine to #19.

Cindy Crockett: 410-430-0587

All for $239,900

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OCEAN PINES

3 BR/ 3 bath townhome with 1-car garage has been lovingly maintained by original owners & never been a rental.

Located conveniently to yacht club. Most furniture conveys. Shows beautifully.

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$269,900

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Bethany

Two Large Parcels 1.5 Acres & 2.7 Acres.

Plenty of room for pets, gardening, friends, & family gatherings.

Standard Septic System approved for up to 5 Bedrooms. Very convenient to the Town of Berlin, Ocean City & Assateague Beaches!

$79,900 & $99,900

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 7/20 10AM-1PM COZY HOME 3BR/2BA with 2-car

Drew

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detached garage on 24 Fairhaven Ct • Ocean Pines

oversized lot! Covered front porch, rear deck, and patio

overlooking back yard with Tiki bar. 1st floor master BR. Living room with cathedral ceiling & sunroom.

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Dir: Ocean Pines South Gate. Left on Ocean Parkway.

Left on Brandywine DR. Right on Fairhaven Ct.

4BR/2.5BA located on a quiet cul-de-sac. Beautifully landscaped yard offers irrigation system and stone 27498 Muirfield Dr • Salisbury patio with raised flower beds.

Kitchen highlighted with granite counter tops and tile backsplash. Master suite features laminate flooring, walk-in closet and upgraded bath with new tiled walk-in shower, dual sink vanity with quartz countertop and tile flooring.

Bonus room on the 3rd floor. 2-car garage.

Dir: Rte. 50 W to Bus. 50, Right on Nanticoke Rd., $284,900 Left on Westbrook Dr., Left on Muirfield.

AFFORDABLE RANCHER 3BR/2BA on oversized

Cohen REALTOR 301-667-3099 Cell Stevecohenjd @gmail.com

Wooded lot that backs to Somerset Park! Front and

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Rear Decks, Wood-burning Fireplace, & some updated flooring. Kitchen contains Stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, smooth top range and Lazy Susan!

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CORNER LOT

in Quiet Neighborhood overlooking canal.

Spacious unit with 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths.

Each BR has access to a private balcony!

One has an extra large whirlpool tub, skylight, & cathedral ceiling! Great Room w/gas fireplace & hardwood floor. Breakfast Bar & Granite Countertops in Kitchen, Rear Deck with Outdoor shower overlooks picnic/courtyard area. One Year Warranty! $299,900

3-LEVEL WATERFRONT TOWNHOME

Private pier, boat lift & freshly painted interior!

3BR/3BA. Garage w/HVAC has utility sink & Keyless entry. 1st level contains family room w/Kitchenette & new gas heating stove. Master suite w/private balcony, vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet, whirlpool tub & ceramic tile. Efficient gas Polaris heating. LR w/2nd Fireplace! $399,900

NORTH OC

Home only 2 years young & loaded with upgrades!

Designed and built by an Architect, creating an Energy Efficient, Fire Retardant, Flood & Wind Resistant, Livable Structure.

Possible in-home Business Zoning! Each room is pre-wired for maximum technology. All Red Oak Hardwood & Porcelain Tile floors. Designed to be expanded with a 12x24 Garage, Workshop, or additional $445,000

AMBIENCE OF OLD & NEW

3BR/3BA w/in-town.

Master suite w/vanity, double walk-in shower, free-standing tub. Office w/separate entrance. Updated kitchen, SS appliances & FP in dining area. Library w/built-in bookcases. Landscaped back yard. Det. 680 SF Garage.

$374,900

$265,000

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Steve

Well maintained 3BR/2BA w/an open living, dining, kitchen floor plan. Florida Room & additional screened porch.

Fireplace in living room & retractable awning over front porch. If your looking for the beach lifestyle in a quiet area this is it.

$235,000

of Assateague Island & the famous Ocean City Inlet. Bayfront CRS, PMN, GREEN, SRES 2BR/2BA w/Views of Licensed in MD, DE Ocean & Bay. Never 443-497-3128 Cell rented, property is in great condition. Updated Smilin4shore@comcast.net bathrooms & new flooring. This could be the Member of: MRIS, Sussex & one.... $286,000 Coastal Multiple List

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Jackson

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BEAUTIFUL OCEANFRONT

1BR/1BA. Amazing Views of the ocean from the Balcony, Living room and Kitchen. Enjoy a building filled with amenities.

Including Indoor & Outdoor Pools, Tennis, Sauna, Fitness Center, Beach side Tiki Bar, Restaurant and 24hr Security. New carpet, water heater, new kitchen counter top, new duct work and dryer vent, Fully furnished.

$164,000

STEP INSIDE & WHAT A SURPRISE!

Beautiful one level home that backs to Huntington Park! Extra large lot with plenty of parking. Vaulted ceiling in great room with access to large front deck. Formal dining Room, large bedrooms separated by pocket doors leading to a Jack & Jill bath. Ceramic tile Only $199,999 floors in kitchen & baths.

Tim

Ulrich Associate Broker 410-422-1441 Cell timrealestate9 @gmail.com

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By Josh Kim Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Despite disgruntled comments here and there over new technology and the end of the “good old days,” the pay-by-plate parking meters have been a success, and have seen impressive jumps in revenue.

OC Budget Manager Jennie Knapp provided statistics that show an average 18.1 percent increase in generated revenue at various parking lots: • Street Meters: +10.9 percent, from $376,026 to $417,068 • Inlet Lot: +22.6 percent, from $603,760 to $740,467

• Other Lots: +17.8 percent, from $264,069 to $311,178 In total, the parking lot’s revenue has increased from $1,243,855 to $1,468,713.

The pay-by-plate parking meters were introduced April 1 last year, but had been a topic of conversation since 2016.

The meters were installed for a multitude of reasons, such as quickening the payment process, and increasing parking enforcement efficiency.

While some have found the meters to be difficult to use, in the end, the numbers speak for themselves.

Merits of credit line questioned Continued from Page 8 I owe as it’s paid down.”

Councilman Dennis Dare had broached the issue of fund balance percentages during the work session last week.

“The process of identifying a need and pursuing it hasn’t changed a bit,” he said. “This just gives us another option on which pocket you want to take the money out of.”

From Dare’s perspective the credit line would not make spending easier and shouldn’t require a charter amendment.

City Attorney Heather Stansbury also questioned the need to pursue a charter amendment.

“Certainly, if the council has added questions, we can take it up at the next work session, and I could provide you with a more formal legal opinion,” she said. “We drafted this ordinance in coordination with your finance director and your financing company and we

believe it fully complies with the charter, as well as the code.”

Paddack said Gisriel was echoing a number of his initial concerns with the line of credit proposal.

After contemplating his personal finances, Paddack concluded the credit line was a reasonable option in addition to tapping fund balance.

“I try to have some reserve funds, some extra money in the account in the event of things, but I also have a line of credit, or could, against my home from which I can borrow from for college educations, vehicles or some type of medical expense,” he said.

Noting the line of credit would be used for short-term financing and eventually paid off through bond sale revenue, Paddack said the proposal seems a prudent approach.

The council will hold a second reading with possible adoption during its meeting on Aug. 5

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Co. Commissioner updates City Council on budget, bills

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Worcester County Commissioner Joe Mitrecic on Monday brought the Ocean City Council up to date on details of the county’s 2020 budget and plans for a possible countywide room tax.

“With a 6-1 vote, we [the Commissioners] passed the 2020 fiscal budget,” Mitrecic said. “That went into effect July 1.”

The budget includes a one-penny increase in property tax, and a onehalf of one-percent increase in income tax.

The property tax increase would go toward education funding, while the income tax increase would go toward Other Post-employment Benefits (OPEB) liability costs, which is approximately $340 million.

“Worcester received the secondleast funding from the state per student,” Mitrecic said. “The education system is about 60 percent of our budget, or equal to about what the county collects from the Town of Ocean City per year.”

Forty-four percent of students in Worcester County come from impoverished households, and rely on free or reduced lunches.

“I did not vote for the budget for two reasons,” Mitrecic said. “One, it doesn’t address the Town of Ocean City’s request … also, we’ve literally cut the budget down to nothing, there’s no forethought … to the future. A lot of the needs that we cut out are still going to be present next year.”

Mitrecic explained to City Council members the threat that OPEB liability costs pose to the county.

“OPEB liabilities are the number one bankruptcy contributors to companies, towns, cities, counties and states,” he said. “I have pushed for a very aggressive solution to this problem. Up until now, the county has

barely been pay as you go, so that’s one of the things I have pushed for four years.”

Other Post-Employment Benefits are benefits that a state or Joe Mitrecic local government employee receives as part of their retirement package, primarily healthcare benefits.

The income tax increase should help with OPEB costs, and there have been signs that the costs of co-pay, post retirement dependents coverage, prescription drug policies and other policy changes should begin a downtrend by 2024.

The commissioner said Worcester County might be caught up in its OPEB payments in 20 years.

After he spoke about the budget, Mitrecic went on to talk about a proposed room tax bill that would be introduced during a meeting the next day.

The bill would raise the current room tax in Ocean City from 4.5 percent to 5 percent.

It would need one commissioner to put his or her name on it for it to move forward to a public hearing and resolution forum on Aug. 20, however, it would require a unanimous vote for it to pass.

Mitrecic also mentioned that the commission was working on a countywide rental license that could possibly lead to a countywide room tax.

The rental license would help keep track of houses, condos and apartments that are being rented. In doing so, it would allow the commissioners to institute a possible room tax.

“It would be huge generator for the county,” Mitrecic said. “We need to find some other form of revenue or else we will continue to survive off the backs of Ocean City property owners.”

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Completely remodeled 2BR/2BA. Luxury Vinyl Plank Floors & Carpet installed in 2019. Insulated attic pipes. New siding, railings & decks. Upgraded Cabinets & Granite Countertops. USB on Kitchen Island. All New Appliances, Ceiling Fans & Lighting. New Energy Star Equipment, Gas Furnace, 16 Seer Air Conditioner, and upgraded to a 3 Ton Armstrong with Omni Guard Coil Coating. New American Craftsman windows & outside doors w/leaded glass.

Landscaped, hardscaped & fire-pit. Home has obstructed water-views. Sellers indicate that the $275,000 sun-room could be 3rd BR. As-is with MLS MDWO105730 Inspection(s).

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5901 ATLANTIC AVENUE UNIT 302 - $759,900

71 SIERRA CT - SELBYVILLE $310,000

104 85TH STREET UNIT 303 OCEAN CITY - $299,900

BAYWATCH III UNIT 303 D HERON HARBOUR - $365,000

210 WORCESTER ST UNIT 408 - $299,900

12232 LOIS STREET BISHOPVILLE - $459,999

WATERFRONT

NEW PRICE

12401 JAMAICA AVE UNIT 35901 - $244,900

3BR/3BA condo with ocean front master suite. Kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, granite counters. Large direct ocean front deck. Fireplace in living rm.

Additional master suite. Full size walk-in laundry room. Indoor pool, fitness center and social room for year round enjoyment.

The recent upgrades include: freshly painted throughout; new stainless steel appliances; new sofa, love seat and upholstered chairs; new mattresses and box springs, & new HVAC. MLS MDWO103572

3BR/2BA home w/Sunroom. Conveniently located in Buntings Mill off Rt 54. Large professionally landscaped corner lot. Bright & airy open floor plan. Kitchen w/lots of windows & separate breakfast area, center island, upgraded cabinets & plenty of storage. Large sunroom off the family room.

Sunroom could also be used as a home office. Master bedroom w/walk-in closet & master bath. Full size laundry room, mud room & large 2 car garage.

MLS DESU139880

2BR/2BA condo with roof top pool in desirable mid town location.Fully furnished. Large master bedroom with private master bath and a second bedroom and bath for guests, and there is a fireplace for year round enjoyment.

Private dock for kayaking, paddleboarding, crabbing and fishing.

MLS MDWO106860

Beautiful 3BR/2BA condo overlooking water with boat slip #82. Sold furnished, turnkey with lovely beach décor. Never a rental - in pristine condition. Dining area off kitchen with breakfast bar, upgraded appliances and granite counters. Living area w/gas fireplace. Master suite overlooks water with bath. Upgrades throughout. New HVAC, hardwood and tile floors.

Large deck overlooks canal with magnificent sunset views. Located in amenity rich Heron Harbour Isle.

Great rental or 2nd home! 2BR/2BA condo w/Bay & ocean views. Large balcony & large open living area. Dining area off the living area overlooks water. Kitchen w/newer appliances. Plenty of storage & counter space. Oversize master BR w/bath.

Both BAs & floor throughout have been updated. Well managed & well maintained building. Close to restaurants, marinas & boardwalk. Building has pool overlooks bay. Being sold fully furnished.

MLS: MDWO106744

4BR/2.5BA w/boat dock in Holiday Harbor w/water views. Fireplace.

Gourmet kitchen w/granite countertops, plenty of cabinet storage & breakfast area. Sunroom w/sunset views. Large backyard, deck & area for firepit. Boat dock is back door, directly on Saint Martins River. Full garage & 2 outdoor sheds.

MLS MDWO103788

2BR/2BA. Large breakfast bar and dining room directly off the kitchen that flows into spacious living area, two large bedrooms. Large deck overlooks canal. Sold fully furnished.

Outdoor pool, close to beach, restaurants and shops. MLS 1001965878

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13474 MADISON AVE $649,900

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140 BANGOR LN MILTON, DE - $485,000

201 S HERON DR #1H6 OCEAN CITY - $239,900

0 RACETRACK RD BERLIN, MD - $260,000

14000 COASTAL HWY #201 OCEAN CITY - $419,000

LOT 3- INLET ISLE LANE OCEAN CITY - $699,000

205 N HERON DRIVE OCEAN CITY - $559,000

4BR/2BA/2.5BA. Boat & jet ski right at your back door! Hot tub on your deck! Large deck & spacious sunroom overlooks water, and there is a retractable awning. Open floor plan w/combination dining & family room opening up to a spacious upgraded kitchen w/center island, upgraded cabinets, tile backsplash & plenty of storage. 1st floor living area w/bamboo HW floors & tile. 1st floor BR/home office. Large master BR overlooks water. Loft area. Many upgrades throughout.

MLS MDWO106060

4BR/2.5BA. Community w/water access for kayaking, paddle boarding & fishing minutes from your home. Located conveniently to historic downtown of Milton. Open floor plan & upgrades throughout. Dining area & family room flow to upgraded kitchen w/white cabinets, Quartzite Marble countertops & SS appliances. 1st floor - office & master suite w/sitting area, walk-in closets & upgraded master bath. Sunroom overlooks back yard. MLS DESU136352

1st floor 2BR/2BA w/covered deck.

Open feel & being sold fully furnished. Kitchen w/breakfast bar opens to dining area. Family room w/fireplace & glass slider opens to deck. Master BR w/private bath.

Washer & dryer. Freshly painted & very close to beach & restaurants off of 120th street.

MLS MDWO105618

Zoned C1 across from the Casino on the west side of Rt 589. This is a heavy traffic area for cars to and from RT 50 and RT 90. This 1.01 acre lot has a survey already completed and a septic perk on file. This is a prime commercial location. Buy it before it's SOLD!!!

MLS MDWO104326

3BR/3BA corner unit, steps to ocean & being sold fully furnished. Large kitchenflows to dining area & living room w/gas fireplace. Large deck off family room & master BR. Deck w/southern exposure.

Master w/2 closets & large master bath w/shower & jacuzzi tub. Large full size laundry room. Indoor pool, fitness center & rooftop sundeck terrace.

MLS MDWO106424

Direct bay front lot with the inlet as the backdrop! 165 feet of water frontage. Build your dream house and enjoy open Bay views. This lot will accommodate a large home and There is a deep water slip that can accommodate a 40 ft boat.

MLS 1007914080

OWNER WILL PROVIDE FINANCING!!

Build your dream house on lot 54 in Heron Harbour located off 120th street, it is one of the nicest and most desirable communities in Ocean City. Over 10,00 sq.ft. This lot will accommodate a large home and is one of the last southern exposure lots. Community recreation amenities include an indoor pool, 3 outdoor pools, fitness center and two clay tennis courts. MLS 1001559568

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10285 BROKEN SOUND BOULEVARD - $339,900

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206-204-202 DORCHESTER ST OCEAN CITY - $1,549,000

36955 PLUM BLOSSOM LN SELBYVILLE, DE - $289,900

202-204-206 Dorchester St. All parcels being sold together. Prime downtown location. Currently has 4 houses Total. Lot sizes are 4927,4824, and 3381 Sq Ft each.

This was a summer rental in 2018. Rare opportunity to purchase valuable downtown location! TAX ID 10-028493 Tax ID10-028477 Tax ID 10-028485.

MLS MDWO1001420

3BR/2BA single family rancher on 7.15 acres. 1680 sq.ft. w/attached 2 car garage. Kitchen w/breakfast area & plenty of cabinet space. Dining area flows off kitchen to family room w/fireplace. Master w/own master bath. Full size laundry room. 2 storage sheds. May be able to be subdivided. Being Sold As Is. Come take a look today before it's sold. Close to DE. MLS DESU137928

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8901 RUSTY ANCHOR RD #2 OCEAN CITY - $345,000

11831 MAN O WAR LN $549,900

6509 HAMPTON RD LOT 18 BERLIN - $649,900

32630 DUPONT BOULEVARD DAGSBORO, DE - $899,900

LIGHTHOUSE SOUND LOT 17 - $275,000

Build your waterfront dream home now on 5+acres, lot in the tranquil Indian Creek community. Close to Assateague Island beaches, Golf courses and West Ocean City amenities.Lot has a pier to the water and water access. MLS MDWO100390

On Southwest side of Rt 113. Site size is 22.38 acres consisting of 11.8 acres zoned Commercially- C-1 commercial District & 10.8 acres zoned Agriculturally-AR_1 Agricultural Residential District. Currently 3 structures on site no value given to structures. Currently improved w/warehouse & outbuildings with $3,500/month in rents, no lease. No consideration is given to improvements as best & highest use is commercial redevelopment.

MLS DESU 137306

Build your dream home on lot 17 in Lighthouse Sound adjacent to hole number 2 .

This lot is on South Hampton Drive and is one of the largest lots boasting 24,662 sq ft (.57 acres). Watch the beautiful sunset from your home night after night. This lot will accommodate a large home. Design, build and enjoy your showcase home for years to come! If you are not ready to build that dream home yet, buy the land and hold it. Once it's gone, it's gone... Enjoy prestigious Lighthouse Sound Golf Course and dining at the beautiful Clubhouse. MLS MDWO102900

3BR/2BA end unit in NOC steps from beach. Oversized balcony w/ocean views. Kitchen upgraded wgranite counters, large dining room & living area. Master is spacious w/bath and door to balcony. Well maintained building w/low fees. Storage closet, assigned parking, elevator. MLS 1001563816

3BR/3BA home with upgrades galor.

First floor master BR/BA. Upgraded counters, stainless steel appliances, upgraded cabinets and flooring in the kitchen. Open family room with fireplace. Close to the community pool. MLS MDWO104930

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11200 COASTAL HWY #1001 OCEAN CITY - $624,900

36054 ZION CHURCH ROAD FRANKFORD - $275,000

S ROUTE 54 SELBYVILLE - $325,000

36054 ZION CHURCH ROAD FRANKFORD - $440,000

107 CONVENTION CENTER DRIVE UNIT 60B - $245,000

Close to Fenwick and Bethany Beach's ready to be developed. Approx. density is 16 homesites 2.2 per acre 7.5 x 2.2 is 16 lots.10.22 acre parcel property will be divided at the ditch line and will be approx. 7.5 acres. Survey will be completed soon and paid for by seller. Come take a look today before it's SOLD! MLS DESU 131682

Spacious 3BR/3BA decorator furnished condo. Living area & kitchen lead to dining area. Kitchen w/plenty of counter & storage space, corian countertops & eat-in bar. Large master BR w/deck. Has not been rented & has been used only as family 2nd home. Comes w/washer and dryer. It is off 94th street close to shopping and restaurants.

MLS MDWO106970

4BR/3.5BA, 3950 sq ft & overlooks 1st hole of golf course. Covered front porch.Hardwood floors & 1st floor office. Dining room leads to kitchen w/granite counters, upgraded cabinets & separate breakfast area.

Expanded wall of windows w/water views!

Family room leads to back deck & landscaped yard w/paver patio. Master suite w/walk-in closets & master bath. Laundry room off kitchen. Come take a look today before it's sold! MLS MDWO105390

Direct Ocean Front 3BR/3BA w/ocean front master BR suite. Tropical decor throughout.

Dining room off kitchen. Living area off the dining room w/glass sliders to large direct ocean front deck w/full unobstructed view of the beach & ocean. Family room is spacious, 2nd & 3rd BRs are large as well, Conveniently located up-town & close to many local favorite restaurants & shopping venues.Pool. Come take a look today and make memories! MLS MDWO107176

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HARBOUR CLUB

BAYVILLE ESTATES!

PRIME LOCATION

2705 PHILADELPHIA AVE OCEAN CITY - $875,000

12334 COLLINS RD BISHOPVILLE - $399,900

701 BRADLEY RD OCEAN CITY - $399,900

Currently a restaurant and 2 unfished condos above. Building sold with restaurant equipment Current restaurant tenant pays 30k for use of space.

Prime location on corner or 27th. Finish the condos and maximize income potential. MLS MDWO100260

Large 2.94 acre waterfront lot in Bishopville.

Build your dream home here. Lot is surrounded by estate homes & perfect setting for peace & tranquility. Lot backs to the St. Martins River. Pier & dock for multiple boats.No HOA's here or mandatory fees. St Martins river has water access to the ocean.

This location is close to 113. Come take a look today & make that dream of building your dream house a reality.

MLS MDWO105638

Large 3BR/2BA Single family home off 94th street on the water hits the market! This home has many upgrades thorough you will love the open floor plan and large 14x 16 deck off the kitchen. The family room has a wood burning fireplace for year round enjoyment.

You will love watching the sunset set down the canal over the bay night after night. The property has plenty of grass and spaces to park. Come take a look today before it’s Sold.

Offered at $415,000. MLS MDWO107260

NEW LISTING

12301 OCEAN GATEWAY RD OCEAN CITY - $899,000

201 S HERON DR. #20B OCEAN CITY - $305,000

SEAGULL RD LOT 21 SELBYVILLE - $115,000

4.5 acre waterfront parcel on Rt50 in West Ocean City! Property is bulkheaded w/100 foot pier into Herring Creek. Build your dream home in this convenient location! It is perfect for boaters because the water is navigable all the way to the ocean from here. Property has many opportunities & potential including possible subdivision. It is zoned R2 & close to everything Ocean City has to offer. Come take a look today before it is SOLD! MLS MDWO105914

This beautiful 2BR/2.5BA condo is in Harbour Club in the fabulous community of Heron Harbour and is directly on the water. This larger model is rarely available for sale. It has two master bedrooms each with its own full bath and it has an additional half bath.

This condo comes completely furnished ready for your immediate enjoyment. MLS MDWO106858

Build your dream home on this cleared lot close to Pool! Community is minutes from DE & OC beaches.

Community amenities- clubhouse, outdoor pool, boat ramp, tennis, club house & playground w/low HOA fees of $250.00 per year & very low DE taxes. Conveniently located off Rt 54 close to many restaurants, shops, golf & Freeman Stage. MLS DESU138964

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Committee considers test bike racks in OC Group reacts to complaints from residents who dislike bicycles strewn everywhere

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) The Ocean City Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee discussed plans of a potential bike rack project during its meeting last Tuesday.

“Many [bikes] are secured to the dune fences in the walkways,” Councilman Tony DeLuca said.

It was not simply cyclists who were requesting the bike racks, but also residents who were tired of seeing the bikes strewn everywhere.

One concern that was mentioned during the meeting was the possibility of bike rack abuse.

“It should be marked somehow that

you shouldn’t be allowed to leave stuff overnight,” said Joe Mark, owner of Continental Cycle. “These should be strictly a daytime thing. People are going to come down and lock 50 bikes to them…and it’s going to look like crap.”

DeLuca said that the bike racks would be first come, first serve, and that police officers would ensure proper use.

The committee decided on three locations to install the test bike racks: 67th Street, 28th Street and 120th Street.

Installation and maintenance of the project would be handled by Public Works.

The project is still in its preliminary stages, and the committee would need to draw a plan and present it to City Council before it could take any further steps.

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The Ocean City Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee plans to install three test bike racks in response to cyclist and resident demands. The committee will install the test bike racks on 67th, 28th and 120th streets.

Dog playground expansion details reviewed Work slated to begin by end of July with property ownership fully confirmed

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Property ownership details and pending construction start dates for upgrades at the dog playground in Little Salisbury Park on 94th Street were reviewed during the Ocean City Council meeting on Monday.

Following previously unsuccessful attempts to secure state funding to revamp the site, a two-phase approach was unveiled at the Recreation and Parks Committee meeting last week.

Speaking this week, Councilman John Gehrig, who chairs the Recreation Committee, said the initial phase of improvements was scheduled for completion after Public Works Director Hal Adkins coordinated with Director of Recreation and Parks Susan Petito.

“As you may remember, our dog

park is woefully undersized,” he said.

“We applied for a grant last year and did not receive it.”

Gehrig said the first phase, at a cost of roughly $23,000, will expand the dogfriendly area at the facility by about 60 percent.

“Those funds exist in the recreation and parks fund balance,” he said.

Councilman Dennis Dare said the planned expansion into a marshy section of the park encompasses the storm water management for the nearly 40-acre parcel.

“That’s the first issue … storm water management [and] have we applied for the federal permits?” he asked. “The second issue is the ownership … and whether we have an easement or an option to purchase.”

City Manager Doug Miller confirmed that Environmental Engineer Gail Blazer reviewed proposed alterations to the storm water retention pond.

“Between the fact that with re-development, some of the storm water management will be required on site,

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Switching to ownership issues, Adkins said the topic was broached earlier that day during a public works pre-construction meeting.

“It appears we purchased it with the assistance of open space funding,” he said. “We have … the deed to the property and it has meets and bounds … that match up with the width and the length of the dog park that they gave me to look at from a construction standpoint.”

Adkins also reported Engineering Manager Paul Mauser has completed a re-design of the dog playground.

“At the north end of that property, I’ve got to create a new retention/detention area,” he said. “I can only assume (Mauser’s) calculations are supporting whatever the permitting will require.”

Despite the progress, Adkins said a few questions remain unanswered.

“The only thing that somewhat defies logic to me … part of Ocean Plaza

Mall still drains west,” he said. “That’s the calculation issue that I’m hoping Paul has been able to address and that’s the pond that I’m actually digging on the north end of the dog park.”

Adkins said work is scheduled to begin on July 29, barring any unforeseen delays.

“I’m a little puzzled in that you have the deed but the storm water from that property still drains to it,” he said. “It’s not like someone relieved the Ocean Plaza Mall of their storm water management obligations … that I’m aware of.”

Councilman Tony DeLuca said constituents had contacted him with questions about artificial turf being used at the 94th Street site or other resort park facilities.

Gehrig confirmed artificial turf is not in use at parks in Ocean City but could be used for a portion of the dog playground.

“The bulk of the park will be natural grass,” he said. “One section would have artificial turf if we get the grant funding.”

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OC History Week scheduled during October Mayor Rick Meehan reads proclamation for upcoming celebration of resort’s past

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Taking a look forward while remembering the past, Mayor Rick Meehan and the City Council announced that Ocean City History Week would be held this October with celebrations planned to mark the 40th anniversary of the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum.

Meehan presented a proclamation designating Oct. 12-19 as History Week to Nancy Howard, Ocean City Museum Society president, and Newt Weaver, Worcester County Historical Society president, during the council meeting on Monday.

The accolade noted the Life-Saving Station Museum has been, “preserving, exhibiting and disseminating the physical, cultural and natural history of Ocean City for forty years.”

Howard said the slate of festivities for the October celebrations include an award to honor individual efforts to bring the area’s past into sharper focus.

“Anybody can recommend anyone who has done anything to advance history in Ocean City,” she said. “It’s open to anyone but whatever they did has to be in Ocean City.”

The proclamation highlights the concept that history connects us to previous places and faces, while providing a guidepost to the future.

Howard said history is lived every moment.

“History is the building block for today and we are reminded every day,” she said. “It not only connects us to the past, but can be very instrumental looking to the future.”

History Week also provides an opportunity to encourage area residents to visit the Life-Saving Station Museum or other historical sites of interest throughout Worcester County, with Howard noting the facility holds an appeal for visitors from far and wide.

“It’s not just for the people that were born in Ocean City, it’s for everyone who comes to Ocean City,” she said.

Numerous visitors express curiosity regarding the resort’s founding and past times, Howard said.

Weaver said the upcoming Ocean City History Week is an ideal occasion for parents to open their offspring’s eyes to a world of wonderment.

“How many remember the first time you went to a museum?” he asked.

Flashing back, Weaver recalled an initial visit to the Smithsonian National Museums in D.C. as an impressionable nine-year old and the resulting lifelong fascination it sparked.

“That hit me hard [and] I didn’t want

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Worcester County Historical Society president Newt Weaver, left, flashes a grin while Ocean City Museum Society president Nancy Howard and Mayor Rick Meehan share in the levity while announcing that Ocean City History Week is scheduled for Oct. 12-19.

to go home,” he said. “I wanted to stay [and] see all the museums.”

Weavers childhood journey to the Smithsonian helped foster his future educational pursuits.

“I majored in history in college and now I’m president of the Worcester County Historical Society,” he said.

Noting the potential impact on young minds, Weaver said visiting museums such as the Life-Saving Station is a family friendly activity.

“When kids go down there and see it,

maybe they one day want to be a curator, an archivist, or maybe a writer of history,” he said.

Childhood experiences that prompted a newfound sense of wonder are formed on a daily basis at museums in Worcester County and across the globe, Weaver said.

“Every time I go to D.C. it’s a museum visit,” he said.

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Seven EDUs approved for WOC restaurant Proposed eatery to go in Hooper’s Shopping Plaza, potential parking discussed

By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) The Worcester County Commissioners on Tuesday agreed to allocated seven additional EDUs (equivalent dwelling units) to service a new restaurant in the proposed Hooper’s Shopping Plaza.

Kelly Shannahan, assistant chief administrative officer, presented the request on behalf of the Worcester County Sewer Committee. Stockyard Inc. submitted the application on July 3.

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The request offered three options: The first to approve the seven EDUs of sewer service from Area 1 (North) of the Mystic Harbour SSA to serve the shopping plaza from the commercial category, the second to approve a portion of EDUs for commercial, or third to deny the request.

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“Somebody’s going to get killed out sure there’s parking that bleeds over County Commissioner Bud Church there,” Mitrecic said. “I can’t support from establishment to establishment, moved to approve the motion with this until we get some sort of parking but they do meet their minimums.” option one. County Commissioner plan from the applicants.”

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WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS BRIEFS

By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) The Worcester County Commissioners approved several requests during a meeting on Tuesday, July 16.

Letter of support The commissioners agreed to write a letter of support for the Jesse Klump Memorial Fund. The letter of support will be included in the application for the FY19/20 Maryland Agricultural Education and Rural Development Assistance Fund.

Funds will continue to help the fund’s Save a Shore Farmer Campaign, launched last year to help farmers with mental illness to find local healthcare services. The goal is to help farmers overcome depression and suicidal thoughts. Billboards on Route 113 referencing the Save A Shore Farmer campaign were a part of last year’s efforts.

years ago. “Safe hits,” which are flexible and reflective posts for drivers to easily see, were also installed.

Tustin said cars, including ones with boat trailers, are parking between the safe hits and on top of them. This forces pedestrians and bikers on to the road, which causes a potentially dangerous situation.

Commissioner Ted Elder asked if there was a bicycle lane and Tustin explained that there is a heavily used shared lane.

DES overtime The commissioners authorized the Department of Emergency Services’ unbudgeted spending for overtime.

The department exceeded overtime budget by $99,444.17 because of em-

ployee shortages that increased overtime, increased training cost for new hires, and overtime for medical, funeral, sick personal and vacation leave. As a result of $14,915.58 in salary savings, the net overtime expenditure is $84,528.59.

Director of Emergency Services Billy Birch said the overtime budget for FY20 has been increased to $95,000, giving 499 hours to keep overtime in check. In addition, the commissioners already supported securing three part-time positions.

Birch confirmed that two have been filled and that the third will strategically not be filled until halfway through FY20.

Chief Administrator Officer Harold Higgins pointed out that Fred Webster, former Director of Emergency

Services who retired in December 2018, required employees to take overtime and workman’s comp once they reached a certain point. After contacting those employees, the commissioners determined that they want the employees to choose whether to get paid or take workman’s comp. Higgins said that if employees pay out, they have to record it on the comp time issue, which contributed to the overtime burden.

Commissioner Joseph Mitrecic motioned to approve the over expenditure and Commissioner Chip Bertino seconded.

“I know that you inherited this budget,” Mitrecic said to Birch, ”I’m sure you will take the necessary steps in your budget that this doesn’t happen again.”

‘No Parking’ signs “No Parking Signs” will be installed on the east side of Golf Course Road between Old Bridge Road and Sunset Avenue. Public Works Director John Tustin told the commissioners the road had been widened by two feet and painted to provide safe passage for pedestrians and bikers many

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Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan speaks with J-1 students about Ocean City history and answers their questions about the area, last Thursday.

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By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) International students working in Ocean City this summer had the opportunity to learn about resort government and ask Mayor Rick Meehan questions last Thursday.

The Ocean City Chamber of Commerce’s Seasonal Workforce Committee invited the students for lunch, a tour of City Hall, and a Q&A session with Meehan.

According to chamber Events Director Lisa Layfield, who is also on the seasonal workforce committee, this is one of the more popular events for students in the resort on J1 student work-study visas.

“They wouldn’t get to do this in their country,” Layfield said.

City Councilman Dennis Dare led the students on a tour and praised their efforts to keep summertime Ocean City working.

“You’ve seen how crazy it is,” Dare told the students. “I don’t know how we’d do it without some of you students coming in.”

Dare explained that Ocean City was established as a small fishing village in the 1800s, but grew into a tourist destination, especially in the early post-World War II era when local women estab-

lished a vigorous hotel-motel industry.

He showed students the council chambers, the financial offices, the room containing all paper records, and the city manager’s office. The tour ended at Meehan’s office.

Meehan thanked the students for their work locally, expressed admiration for their multi-lingual ability, and said he believe it’s important to share what different worlds look like.

“It’s really a cultural exchange,” Meehan said, “to share ideas makes it a unique program.”

Students asked questions about homelessness, churches, the winter season, public transportation, and sustainability. Multiple students praised Ocean City’s public transportation for being more reliable and cheaper than transportation in their home country.

Jamil Razak el Moujio, of Italy, asked Meehan what his thoughts were on renewable resources and sustainability, as he noticed that all trash in Ocean City is collected together. Meehan explained that Ocean City used to have traditional recycling, but it was too expensive and cumbersome. Instead, all trash is collected together and burned for energy.

He took the opportunity to point out how the city cares for the beaches, too.

“We rake and clean the beach every night to remove trash as much as possible so it doesn’t end up in the ocean,” Meehan said.

He added that the city is concentrating on what is known as source reduction (reducing waste) by promoting the “strawless summer” campaign and eliminating the use of Styrofoam.

“We’re trying to do the right things,” Meehan told the students. “We’re trying to be progressive.”

The students compared Ocean City’s bike paths to those of the Netherlands, and said they wish the Ocean City bikers were safer. Others had the opposite thoughts, and appreciated that the drivers respected bikers. Meehan responded that there is a committee working on increasing bike paths.

“We’re finding as many ways to connect Ocean City with alleys and streets without using Coastal Highway,” Meehan said.

Brenda DeJesus, a third year J-1 student from the Dominican Republic, noted how people in Ocean City look out for others before themselves. She said she wants to bring that attitude back to her home country.

“They’re very inquisitive,” Meehan said of the students. “They ask good questions.”

The seasonal workforce committee will hold this event a second time on Aug. 8.

Continued from Page 16 torical Society, which Weaver said was formed by a contingent of Worcester residents in 1959.

In addition to publishing what Weaver called a, “quintessential,” area history in 1985 entitled ‘Worcester County: Maryland’s Arcadia,’ the Historical Society has undertaken numerous projects to preserve local culture.

“We moved a one-room school house from Snow Hill to Furnace Town,” he said. “We also got a Judy Johnson memorial in front of the Snow Hill Library.”

Weaver said Worcester native and Negro League baseball legend Johnson ranks among the greatest third baseman of all time.

Weaver also highlighted the Historical Society’s upcoming 60th birthday party on October 27 from 1-4 p.m. at the Dunes Manor Hotel, 2800 Baltimore Avenue.

The public is invited to attend the dinner event that includes a presentation by resort historian Buck Mann.

“He’s going to talk about his second volume of history from 1960-1970,” he said.

Shifting back to history week, Howard said other activities planned include a return of last years’ inaugural Historical House Tour.

“To celebrate History Week we’re going to hold our second Historical House Tour,” she said. “We had many requests to do it again so we’re going to.”

There is also a surfboard raffle underway that will be awarded in October.

“Malibu’s [Surf Shop, Boardwalk by Seventh Street] have donated a surfboard and tickets are available at the museum and at Malibu’s,” she said.

In the interim, Howard said the LifeSaving Station Museum continues to offer daily activities throughout the week, excluding Sunday.

“We are doing our free programs again this year,” she said. “Every Monday through Saturday we have an event at 10 a.m. at the museum.”

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BPAC talks bike safety

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Members of the Ocean City Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee focused on increasing bike safety during a meeting last Tuesday, following reports of a Maryland woman who was killed after she was hit by a car while biking on Coastal Highway in South Bethany on July 4.

“No lights on her bike,” Councilman Tony DeLuca said. “It happened at 10 p.m. in Bethany, that’s close to home.”

There have been nine bike crashes total this year and four in June, a number lower than years previous.

However, out of the six crashes that occurred this year, four of them were the fault of the cyclist.

The issue seems to stem from a combination of three things: an influx of bikers, ignorance of rules of the road and a lack of bike light use.

During the summer, Ocean City receives a wave of J-1 students who are here to work and experience American culture.

They often rely on the bikes for transportation, but often are not familiar with Maryland traffic laws, particularly when it comes to where they are allowed to bike.

It is illegal in the state of Maryland to ride a bike against the flow of traffic.

Biking against the flow of traffic is dangerous because motorists entering and leaving the roadway at intersections and

driveways do not expect traffic to approach from the wrong direction, DeLuca said.

“Out of the nine collisions, seven were intersection related,” Ocean City Police Sgt. Allen Hawk said. “They included bicyclists riding the wrong direction, failing to stop for a red light and operating on the sidewalk and crosswalks.”

In addition, some of these cyclists are not using bike lights, despite biking during late hours.

To solve this issue, the committee began a “Lights on Bikes” campaign two years ago. Since then, it has given out over 4,000 lights.

The bike lights are not paid by taxpayers, but are donated by businesses, residents and grants, DeLuca said.

To increase safety, DeLuca said that there would be increased police involvement, and officers would begin to stop cyclists without lights at night and install them on the spot.

While the Bike Committee gives out bike lights throughout the season, cyclists may also stop by City Council or any police and fire station to grab one.

“Operators of bicycles are considered vehicles, and should operate like vehicles, obeying all posted regulatory signs, traffic signals, directional traffic and rules of the road,” Hawk said. “Also … bicyclists … please walk your bicycle while on the sidewalks.”

Public hearing set for new Wor. rental license policy

By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Four pieces of legislation that would empower a countywide rental license program were introduced Tuesday at Worcester County Commissioners meeting in Snow Hill.

Ed Tudor, director of the county’s department of review and permitting, presented the bills after revising them in light of concerns and recommendations at the commissioners’ July 2 work session.

Commissioner Jim Bunting at that time said he wanted to see a limit on the number of people who may stay in a short-term rental property, so as to not inconvenience year-round residents as visitors dominate all the parking.

“I would not want to live in a community that was allowing this stuff to happen on each side of me and I don’t even have a place to be able to put my car out of my driveway,” Bunting said.

Tudor said he took his notes and made the appropriate changes.

Tudor also said he plans to discuss the parking matter with the Worcester County Planning Commission when it reviews the bill.

Nevertheless, Tudor appeared confident with the finished product.

“I believe I have gotten all the changes that you had requested at that time and I believe all four bills that were presented at the work session are ready for introductions if you so desire to do so,” Tudor said.

Assistant Chief Administrative Officer Kelly Shannahan recommended changing the name of the License and Permits bill to “Taxation and Revenue Rental Licenses.”

All seven commissioners endorsed the Zoning – Boarding and Lodging Rentals and the Mobile and Manufactured Home Park Licenses bills, but Commissioner Chip Bertino did not sign on as a sponsor of the Taxation and Revenue Rental Licenses or Hotel Rental Tax measures.

The public hearing for the legislation is scheduled for Aug. 20.

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New school expected to be finished in 2020

By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Construction of the new Showell Elementary School continues into its ninth month,Facilities Planner Joe Price told the Worcester County Board of Education Tuesday.

Price and Oak Contracting Project Manager Bill Moschler provided information about work that was completed in the past 30 days as well as updates on current progress.

Of the work completed in the past 30 days, trees were removed at the future entrance and mezzanine concrete and metal roof trusses were installed.

“There is a level of excitement from the Showell leadership and staff that I have not seen this early in the construction process on any other school project on which I’ve worked,” Price said. “We have conducted tours of the

construction site for every Showell Elementary staff member and they are more than ready to move into their beautiful new school.

“On June 18th, Superintendent of Schools Lou Taylor provided a tour of the Showell Elementary construction site to the county commissioners and board of education members to share the construction progress with them,” he continued. “Mr. Taylor will schedule future tours of the new Showell Elementary for our elected officials as the construction work progresses.”

Currently, construction includes stump removal of the tree that was in front of the intended entrance, installation of storm water structures and piping, masonry walls, exterior stud framing and sheathing, vapor barriers on the walls, plumbing and electrical rough-in and wood blocking for the

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The new Showell Elementary School will be completed in September 2020, and will be 9,600 square feet and cost $47 million.

roof, adding door frames, begin roofing and planning the site raceways for telecommunication.

In addition, within the next 30 days, an emergency generator is expected to be installed.

“Exterior walls and roof and mechanical and electrical rough-in work is in progress,” Price said. “We expect interior work to step-up as we approach the end of summer.”

The new school is expected to be completed by September 2020 at a cost of $47 million.

Co. Commissioners deny businessman special use permit

By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Charter boat Capt.

Mark Spagnola won’t be able to operate his Dusk to Dawn Fishing business out of the South Point boat ramp, following the Worcester County Commissioners rejection Tuesday of his request for a special use permit.

Although he has been using the county-owned ramp on the Sinepuxent Bay to launch and retrieve his boat, Spagnola had hoped to use it as a boarding location for his customers.

But even though Recreation and Parks Director Tom Perlozzo said Spagnola would not be able to advertise the ramp as his home port or use the area for storage, the commissioners agreed that his request would go against long-standing policy.

“We have a record and history, especially at the South Point ramp, where we’ve turned down other people for other uses similar to this,” Commissioner Jim Bunting said. “I don’t think we need to be setting a new precedent. The man has a good business, he needs to rent a slip somewhere just like anyone else would.”

South Point residents had also expressed concerns about allowing the ramp to be used for commercial purposes, Commissioner Bud Church said.

“We’ve always denied commercial use out of there,” Church said.

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Fastest Server on Da Beach contest at Seacrets, Tues.

By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Seacrets’ 10th annual Cool Runnin’s Fastest Server on Da Beach contest will take place at the 49th Street restaurant and nightclub, Tuesday, July 23, beginning at noon.

Local bartenders, waiters and waitresses will put their skills to the test while competing for a first-place prize package worth at least $1,000.

The prize package also includes a Believe in Tomorrow Beach Bash ticket for a chance to win an additional $10,000.

“Whether you participate or you just come out to have a good time, all of the money collected goes to Children’s House by the Sea, which is an amazing organization, and, it’s a lot of fun,” Seacrets’ Marketing Manager (Left) Steve Weisenberg, of Bull on the Beach, maneuvers his way through a tire obstacle during Seacrets’ ninth annual Cool Runnin’s Fastest Server on Da Beach contest, last year, at Seacrets on 49th Street. (Right) Kyle Solowski, representing Seacret’s, ducks under the limbo bar as he races Jackie Miller said.

Proceeds will be donated to Be- against the clock. lieve in Tomorrow’s Children’s House by the Sea, a local nonprofit organi- gether for a day and a great cause,” zation providing respite housing and Miller said.

Servers cannot touch the tray with services for critically ill children and their families in Ocean City. Last their other hand and if anything falls year, the competition raised over over, they are disqualified. The waiter and waitress with the fastest times $1,700 for the charity.

The competition has been sup- win.

Last year, around 75 competitors porting Believe in Tomorrow for six participated in the By Rachel Ravina years. contest.

This year, to celeStaff Writer “I love seeing brate the 10th con(July 18, 2019) Worcester Techni‘People dress up and everyone supporttest, the competition cal High School’s SkillsUSA team had support whatever bar or ing each other, hav- much to celebrate after competing in will be split between restaurant they work for and ing a good time, the organization’s national champithe fastest waiter it’s just a good time to get being silly. It’s a re- onship last month in Louisville, Kenand waitress.

The top three fin- everyone who’s in the industry ally fun day,” Miller tucky. said. ishers for both Among the team members who together for a day and a All participants waiter and waitress placed in the top 10 was Piper Goodgreat cause.’ will receive an ing. She won a silver medal in the will receive a trophy Seacrets’ Marketing event T-shirt. in addition to cash middle school pin design competiManager Spectators can tion. and prizes donated PHOTO COURTESY CHRIS GOODING view the competifrom local busi“Honestly, it was really surprising Piper Gooding showcases her silver medal win Jackie Miller tion for free. for me because I’m sort of new to the for middle school pin design at the SkillsUSA nesses. The firstSeacrets’ full food graphic design area … so I was really National Championship last month in Louisville, place finisher will take home a prize package worth at menu and drinks will be available. At- surprised that I was able to make it so Kentucky. least $1,000 in gift cards, cash and tendees will also have a chance to win far along and be able to go to Kengiveaway prizes like T-shirts and gift tucky,” Gooding said. prizes. graphic design novice, but with assisParticipants will race through a cards throughout the day.

Gooding said she was inspired by tance from teachers, she taught herRegistration will begin at 11:30 the iconic Ocean City Boardwalk and self programs, including Illustrator, beach obstacle course balancing a tray of drinks including a bottle of a.m. for the Cool Runnin’s Fastest wanted to incorporate it in her design. to create the pin.

Tropicale beer, a glass of wine and a Server on Da Beach contest. The $20 The landmark is an important “It was really fun to make because can of Red Bull. Obstacles such as registration fee will benefit the Be- piece of her childhood, she said, so it was my first time ever doing sometires, chairs, a limbo stick and kiddie lieve in Tomorrow Foundation. she wanted to showcase it to other thing like this,” she said.

Waiters, waitresses and bar- competitors and judges across the napools will attempt to impede the Gooding, a rising high school tenders must work in Ocean City or tion. competitors. freshman at Pocomoke High School, “People dress up and support surrounding areas and be 21 or older When working on the overall aes- said she also plans to take graphic dewhatever bar or restaurant they work to participate. For more information, thetic, Gooding said she first designed sign courses at Worcester Technical for and it’s just a good time to get call Seacrets at 410-524-4900 or visit the concept in a word document. High School. everyone who’s in the industry to- www.seacrets.com.

However, Gooding noted she was a See GOODING Page 27

Gooding earns silver medal at SkillsUSA event

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Piper Gooding, a rising freshman at Pocomoke High School, presents her pin design during the SkillsUSA National Championship last month in Louisville, Kentucky. She was on the Worcester Technical High School SkillsUSA team and won the silver medal for middle school pin design.

Gooding wins silver medal in pin design competition Continued from Page 26 “I’ve always loved to draw and do art … and be creative, so this is kind of like a way for me to do that, and just to make an ability out of it, and to have fun with it,” she said.

Gooding also said she thinks competitions like SkillsUSA are important “because it gives certain kids an opportunity to display their talents.”

Gooding appreciated the opportunity to network with other students during the conference and she even made a few friends.

“I really enjoyed meeting the different people from all over the country. It was really fun to … talk to them and make connections and find people with similar interests,” she said.

Rick Stephens, lead SkillsUSA advisor for Worcester Technical High School, agreed.

“One of the things that they do is they trade pins … and … they make a lot of friends trading pins with other states, and then all of a sudden, you’ve got good contacts,” he said prior to the competition.

In addition to pin design, students competed in several fields including robotics, automotive technology, criminal justice, aviation maintenance and public speaking.

Of the more than 6,500 students from across the country who participated, 27 Worcester Technical High School students competed in contests ranging from engineering to extemporaneous speaking.

The following students placed in the top 10 for their competitions: • Brandon Anderson, Ethan Gell, Justin Hurney – fifth in the middle school team engineering challenge.

• Michael Brittingham, Kaleb Steele and Trevor Hudson – sixth in the occupational health and safety scrapbook.

• Candy and Joy Anderson – ninth

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in the community action project.

The following students also participated in the conference: Alexis DuVall (national voting delegate); Summer Bowden, Delaney William, Hayden Gable (career pathways human services team); Josselyne Maza-Chavez (extemporaneous speaking); Daniel Juarez and Russell Warren (mobile robotics team); Noam Katna, Caitlyn McLeavey, Nicole Saldana-Aldazabal, Noah Selt, Jazmine Garcia, Zayda Hamm and Erica Hicks (opening and closing teams); Maxx Spicer, Kevin Rodiguez and Tyquan Briddell (chapter display team); and Ethan Wisner (power equipment technology).

Additionally, students had the opportunity to showcase their skills to numerous businesses, corporations, trade associations, and unions, according to SkillsUSA officials.

Stephens also said he was pleased with the students’ performances during the national competition.

“Any time you have students finish in the top three, and win medals, and have other students placed in the top 10 of the nation is awesome,” Stephens said.

Students in middle school, high school and postsecondary programs were permitted to participate in the conference.

The Worcester Tech team took home awards from a state competition and earned a national level Chapter of Excellence in April.

“This showcase of career and technical education demonstrates our SkillsUSA partnership at its finest,” Executive Director Tim Lawrence stated in a press release. “Our students, instructors and industry partners work together to ensure that every student excels. This program expands learning and career opportunities for our members.”

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Jesse’s Paddle fundraiser, Saturday

By Sara Nickoles Intern (July 19, 2019) Participants in canoes, kayaks and on paddleboards can enjoy the Pocomoke River in support of suicide prevention and awareness, this Saturday, during the 11th annual Jesse’s Paddle fundraiser.

Located at the Pocomoke River Canoe Company in Snow Hill, registration for the event will begin at 4 p.m. and the event will start at 5 p.m.

Organized by the Friends of the Jesse Klump Memorial Fund, this event raises money for an annual scholarship and other programs related to its suicide prevention mission.

Worcester County resident Kim Klump established this fund in 2009 after the loss of her son, Jesse, a college-bound senior at Snow Hill High School, who took his own life.

Jesse worked for the Pocomoke River Canoe Company, so this fundraiser was deemed a perfect fit to help the cause.

“While our missions are very serious, this is a day of fun and celebration, and we expect to put more than 50 boats on the Pocomoke River,” Kim Klump, Jesse Klump Memorial Fund president, stated in a press release. Music [will be] provided by the duo, The Stims, and there will be a great silent auction, food and beverages, all for important causes.”

Contests such as the Poker Paddle, and last year’s hit, Jesse’s Cornhole Challenge, will be back again with prizes including a pontoon ride on the Pocomoke, a night stay in Ocean City, and gift cards awarded to the winners and top fund raisers.

“Despite the fact that we’re in the suicide prevention business, which is

a pretty grim subject, we have a lot of fun at the paddle and it is a good heartwarming event,” Ron Pilling, secretary and treasurer of the Jesse Klump Memorial Fund, said. “Our supporters, many of them have been supporting us for 10 years or more, enjoy getting together. The fellowship is probably the single most important part of Jesse’s Paddle.”

Since its creation, this fundraising event has provided over $100,000 in annual scholarships to Snow Hill High School graduating seniors.

This year, Michael Larger was the selected graduate who received a $15,000 scholarship for his education in engineering at Salisbury University.

Other programs supported by this nonprofit include the Jesse Klump Suicide Awareness and Prevention See EVENT Page 29

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Event to benefit Klump foundation Continued from Page 28 Program, which was established in 2011 with the mission to teach community members of the lower Eastern Shore how to recognize the risk factors and warning signs associated with suicide.

As the fund grew, an additional grant opportunity became available to educators and mental health professionals that has allowed for the Jesse Klump Memorial Fund to create the “Save a Shore Farmer” campaign.

The campaign was created after the Center for Disease Control studied

suicide rates based on occupation and found farmers to be three times more likely to die by suicide than the rest of the community.

“Of course, we live in a community that is heavily dependent on agriculture economically. We launched this program nearly a year ago and it turned out to be a unique program in Maryland,” Pilling said.

More information on the campaign can be found at www.saveashorefarmer.org.

Fundraising for Jesse’s Paddle can be done online at http://jessespad-

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A minimum of $40 must be raised in order to have a free vessel for the event. Donations and pledges can be brought the day of the event.

All canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards for Jesse’s Poker Paddle must be reserved in advance. To reserve a boat, call the Pocomoke River Canoe Company at 410-632-3971.

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By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) The Ocean City Recreation and Parks Department will provide a chance to cool down in the midst of the July heat with its first-ever Splash Field Day and Open House on Saturday, July 20.

The event will run from 2-4 p.m. on the West Lagoon Field at Northside Park on 125th Street. There is no cost to participate.

There will be carnival-style water games for the first hour, free snow cones available to the first 200 guests, and a water balloon fight at the end.

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“It’s family oriented,” Wormack said.

Recreation Manager Kim Kinsey asked Wormack to create an event that showcased the park, while tying it into the “Game On” theme of National Parks and Recreation Month.

“I like the name ‘Splash’ because it’s also the name of our magazine,” Wormack said. “I wanted to keep it in the family.”

Kinsey pointed out that while Ocean City has a great beach, it also has great parks.

“A lot of people don’t know about our gem at Northside Park,” Kinsey said.

Kinsey and Wormack are trying to make everyone aware of the local recreation and park’s impact on the community.

“It’s diverse,” Kinsey said. “Parks and rec provides so much for health and wellness, social equality and inclusion.”

As for the rest of Parks and Recreation Month, Wormack said she will be posting all of Ocean City’s activities on social media “to show how we get our ‘Game On.’” She will also feature the maintenance team on Facebook to express gratitude for their work.

“The benefits are endless with Parks and Rec - what we bring to the table for our community,” Kinsey said.

Wormack noted that the event was made possible by Assateague Diner and Marina Deck, which is providing the snow cones and other financial needs.

For more information about the event, contact Wormack at rwormack@oceancitymd.gov or 410-2500125.

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Enjoying a meal during the Western County Nights event held by Star Charities at Ocean Downs in Berlin, Thursday, July 11, from left, are Cindy and Sharlene Stalp, Faith Stanley and Lee Tilghman, of Ocean Pines.

Sitting down to eat during the Western County Nights event held by Star Charities at Ocean Downs in Berlin, Thursday, July 11 are Tina Gugliotta, left, of Selbyville, and Barbara Reese, of Ocean City.

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Celebrating the Western County Nights event held by Star Charities at Ocean Downs in Berlin, Thursday, July 11, are Major Rob Wille, Battalion Commander of the 115th Military Police at the Salisbury Readiness Center and charity founder Anna Foultz, of Ocean Pines.

Mary and Mike Evans read off raffle numbers during the Western County Nights event held by Star Charities at Ocean Downs in Berlin, Thursday, July 11.

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April and Burt Foskey of Salisbury grab a drink by the pool at the Caribbean Pool Bar on Second Street, Saturday, July 13.

Enjoying some beers at the Caribbean Pool Bar on Second Street, Saturday, July 13, from left, are Glen and Eli Fuhrman and Anthony DeVincent of Hanover, Pennsylvania.

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OCBP Iron Guard contest to crown top OC lifeguards

By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Ocean City Beach Patrol members will compete as individuals and teams during the 26th annual Pizza Tugo’s Iron Guard competition, this Saturday.

The event to determine the best of the best will begin at 6:30 p.m. on 130th Street. Guards will swim 1,000 meters, run two miles and paddle 2,000 meters.

“It’s a great opportunity for our lifeguards to showcase their talents at no cost to them,” Iron Guard Organizer Sgt. Jeff Brabitz said.

Brabitz said lifeguards must train and be prepared for the event.

“It’s really a big bragging right for beach patrol, to show that you’re the overall best swimmer, paddler and runner,” Brabitz said.

Wes Smith, former Ocean City Beach Patrol lieutenant, started the Iron Guard event 26 years ago as a friendly competition for the lifeguards.

Smith based the competition off Sgt. David Griffith’s workouts, who now teaches at the University of Miami.

After the first year of competition,

Members of the Ocean City Beach Patrol race to begin the 1,000-meter swim during the 25th annual Iron Guard triathlon on 130th Street, last year.

Smith wrote the “Iron Guard Legend.”

“I based the story on [Griffith] being this legendary lifeguard,” Smith said. “The triathlon was basically the same distance he would run and swim everyday.”

According to Smith’s fictional story, two lifeguards who were believed to be the first guards in the Delmarva area – “Katino Griffey” See FORMER Page 32

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Continued from Page 31 from Ocean City and “Smitty McGee” from Delaware – wanted to see who was the best lifeguard.

They challenged each other on a particularly foggy day to a mile swim, a two-mile run and a mile paddle.

The two were neck-and-neck by the end of the race. It was so close, the crowd could not determine the winner.

They anxiously waited for the two guards to emerge from the fog, but they did not and were not seen again that day.

Later in the week, the guards’ boards were found stuck in the sand next to each other off 130th Street to mark their safe return. The legend states that the two were rescued by a third unknown guard, known as “the Iron Guard.”

“I wrote it to be funny and share it with the guards,” Smith said. “It was fictional.”

Kristin Joson, public education coordinator for the beach patrol, sees

the annual competition as a time for the lifeguards to focus on the necessary skills for their job as a team, if they so choose. They can also compete as individuals.

“It’s a great time for camaraderie amongst the guards,” Joson said.

“They get to work together as a team of three.”

In addition, the lifeguards can branch outside of their crew to choose team members.

Joson encourages beachgoers to watch local lifeguards showcase their skills.

“It’s pretty exciting for spectators to see the lifeguards when they’re not on duty and competing with each other,” Joson said.

Pizza Tugo’s will donate pizza, shirts, cups and prizes for the competition.

For more information about the Iron Guard competition, contact Beach Patrol at 301-289-7556 or visit oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/e mergency-services/beach-patrol/.

Art Hansen Memorial Youth Fishing Contest, Saturday

By Sara Nickoles Intern (July 19, 2019) The South Gate Pond in Ocean Pines will be buzzing with young anglers on Saturday, July 20, in anticipation for the 23rd annual Art Hansen Memorial Youth Fishing Contest.

Located near the Sports Core Pool on Cathell Road, registration for the event is free and will take place from 8:30-9:30 a.m., with the contest running from 9-10:30 a.m.

The Ocean Pines Anglers Club, the host of the event, recently held its annual “Teach a Kid to Fish Day” in late June and organizers hope to see familiar faces using their newfound skills in this Saturday’s contest.

Teach a Kid to Fish Day was a success, with about 50 children participating with their families.

“Over the years I’ve seen many kids over and over again at the contest. We do get repeat customers, so to speak,” Ocean Pines Anglers Club board member, John McFalls, said.

The fishing competition, which now draws nearly 100 participants each year, was originally started by the organization’s founder for whom it is named after.

“We like to see the parents and the kids get together,” McFalls, said. “We

like to promote that kind of activity, family togetherness as opposed to kids spending a lot of time on iPads and iPhones, not that that’s bad, but we think that they should be getting out more.”

Three age groups will be designated for the competition: 4-7, 8-11 and 12-16. The angler who catches the biggest fish in each group will receive a trophy with additional special awards going to the top three.

Children younger than 4 years of age can participate in the fishing event but will not be eligible for a trophy.

With support from the event’s cosponsors – the Ocean City-Berlin Optimist Club and the Atlantic Coast Sportfishing Association – all registrants will receive a prize.

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources also assists in the event by stocking the pond with various species including sunfish, bluegills and occasionally bass, as well as some other fish.

Bait will be provided, but young anglers should bring their own rod and reel, as well as bottled water, sunscreen and insect repellant is also encouraged.

For more information, contact McFalls at 610-505-1697.

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Walker delves into history and medicinal use of garlic

By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (July 19, 2019) Gastronomy is a field of many facets and limiting one’s education to cookery is a pity.

A chef must balance their repertoire of skills if success is to be achieved.

That being said, history plays a fundamental role in how one approaches their culinary point of view.

The attempt to derive inspiration from the past is as old as culture itself.

This week we will take a detour from conventionalism and discuss the medicinal uses of garlic that date back to the beginning of recorded antiquity.

The small but pungent vegetable is rich in tradition and worth the time for review.

According to an article, “Historical Perspective on the Use of Garlic” by Richard Rivlin, the earliest known references to garlic suggest the fragrant plant was a daily diet of many Egyptians.

It was particularly given to the working class involved with heavy labor, as in the building of the pyramids. This not only holds true for the Egyptians but is a reoccurring theme throughout early history.

Garlic was given to the laboring classes, presumably to maintain and increase their strength, thereby enabling them to work longer and be more productive.

In ancient Chinese medicine, garlic was prescribed to aid respiration, digestion and diarrhea. Garlic was also utilized to treat depression.

Chinese chefs are partial to garlic and maybe for good reason.

Garlic has been associated with the healing process in India from the time of the first available written records. Rivlin suggests the three ancient medical traditions, Tibbi, Unani and Auryvedic, incorporated garlic into the healing process associated with heart disease and arthritis.

If we skip ahead on our timetable, we will learn that garlic became available in Europe after the Roman legions moved north.

During Medieval times, knowledge of the therapeutic use of garlic was expanded and developed by way of the monks.

Rivlin notes that the leading text of the middle ages, the Hortulus manuscript, includes detailed descriptions of garlic growing in clusters and their wondrous powers.

Believe it or not, but the Renaissance with all its pageantry and cultural rebirth, was a period in time known for medical use of plants.

A leading physician of the 16th century, Pietro Masttioli of Siena, wrote widely, and his work was translated into several other languages.

He prescribed garlic for digestive orders, infestations with worms and renak (relating to the kidney) disorders, as well as to help mothers during difficult childbirth.

As we travel across the Atlantic Ocean and forge ahead in time, Early America is not to be left out. Garlic was brought to the new world by the explorers and sailors from France and Portugal.

Rivlin states that in the 19th century, garlic formed an important part of the Shaker medical armamentar-

ium as a stimulant, expectorant and tonic.

Garlic’s perceived therapeutic properties were widely accepted by large groups of the population.

As you can see, garlic has had quite an impact far beyond the boundaries of the kitchen. I am not qualified to vouch for its medicinal qualities but I can sure attest to its great flavor.

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July 24: Identity Crisis, 6 p.m.

July 25: Dust N’ Bones Duo, 8 p.m.

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July 25: Opposite Directions, 6 p.m.

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July 20: Bobby-O on De Bay, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; High Five Swan Dive, 1-5 p.m.; 9 Mile Roots, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Cruz, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Nowhere Slow, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; Lost In Paris, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; DJ Tuff, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; DJ Bobby-O, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.

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July 22: Bobby-O on De Bay, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Full Circle, 5-9 p.m.; Anthem, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Fortunate Youth, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Davie, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.

July 23: Bobby-O on De Bay, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Fastest Server on Da Beach, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Opposite Directions, 5-9 p.m.; Buddha Council, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.,; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Crash the Bay, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; DJ Mike T, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.

July 24: 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.; Buddha Council, 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.

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July 20: Brody Kean, 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/The Reagan Years (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 19: DJ Billy T, 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.

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NOW PLAYING July 25: Bobby-O on De Bay, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; The Freddie Long Band, 59 p.m.; Innasense, 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.

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July 25: The Stims, 4-8 p.m.

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Just getting off from work at the Caribbean Pool Bar on Second Street, Saturday, July 13 are Irene Kimball, left, and Ali Wyatt.

Visiting the Caribbean Pool Bar on Second Street, Saturday, July 13 are Lindsey Davison, left, and Casey Thorn of Carroll County, Maryland.

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Serve garlic with warm bread Continued from Page 33 The garlic is soft and not nearly as aggressive as it is in its raw state. Just squeeze the garlic cloves and they will pop out. Spread this luscious topping on warm, crusty bread and you have a home run. Enjoy!

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By Josh Kim Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) In 2018, there were a reported 2,114 opioid-related deaths in Maryland. To raise awareness of this public health crisis, the Grace Center for Maternal and Women’s Health and Worcester Goes Purple will host a Motherhood Walk on Saturday, July 20, to shed light on this issue, and to show support to victims of substance abuse.

The walk will be held at Stephen Decatur Park on Tripoli Street in Berlin. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. and the walk will start at 9.

There is no cost to participate, but event organizers do suggest a $20 donation that will go toward funding health care services to mothers and their families, free of charge.

Grace Center’s mission for the Motherhood Walk is to come beside women throughout their maternal journey to educate and empower them to fight against addiction.

The Grace Center in Berlin offers free services and programs to young parents. These services range from maternal and paternal support groups, to ultrasound examinations and urine tests.

The center is partnering with Worcester Goes Purple—an awareness project that focuses on commu-

nity engagement and substance abuse prevention—for the event.

“Opioid addiction really is an epidemic in the United States,” Worcester Goes Purple Event Coordinator Debbie Smullen said. “Already this year, over 100 Maryland citizens have died from opioid overdoses.”

The United States has seen three waves of opioid overdoses.

The first wave began in the 1990s when doctors started overprescribing prescription opioids to patients. Prescription opioids, such as OxyContin and Vicodin, are used to treat moderate to severe pain.

However, prescription opioids are highly addictive, and almost one in four patients receiving long-term opioid treatment struggle with opioid addiction, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The epidemic grew, and in 2010 the second wave began and the United States saw a sharp rise in heroin overdoses.

Researchers found that 86 percent of young drug users had used opioid pain relievers non-medically, prior to using heroin.

Currently, the U.S. is in its third wave, as more and more Americans are dying from overdosing on synthetic opioids such as Fentanyl,

which is 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine.

Since 2009, the opioid crisis has killed 10,936 people in Maryland.

“Addiction is actually a verified medical condition,” Smullen said. “It really is no different than if someone is diabetic, [or] if they have cancer.

It’s an illness. So…because of the stigma associated with the opioid addiction, people are more reluctant to get help.”

The Motherhood Walk is an opportunity for members of the community to learn about the epidemic and encourage more engagement.

“People are afraid to talk about it,” said Dori Magee, Grace Center’s director of support services and Motherhood Walk organizer. “We want people to be more loving and kind and understand that it affects every family in some way, form or fashion.

“We wanted to let people know that we’re here to support them in anyway, through their pregnancies or after their pregnancies, as well as we want to support our community as [it] goes purple,” she added.

For more information on the event, visit www.gracematernalhealth.org/events, the Grace Center and Worcester Goes Purple Facebook pages, or call 443-513-4124.

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BJ’S CANOE RACES AND THE WINNERS ARE...

BJ’s on the Water's 40th annual canoe races took place Tuesday, with more than 20 teams competing. Hundreds of spectators watched the action from the deck of the 75th Street restaurant.

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First-place winners, from left, representing Shenanigan’s Irish Pub, are Jarrod Vincent, Sunny Snyder, Kristina Timotijevic and Chris Price. They are presented award by BJ’s on the Water owners Bill and Maddy Carder.

Second-place finishers, from left, competing for the Hobbit, are Mitchell McDowell, Dana Bradley, Brendan Wagner and Kelly Vieira.

Coming in third place, from left, racing for Gracie Ocean City, are Jack Shellenberger, Victoria Liwush, Bryan DePhillip and Bobbi McDonald.

“Billy’s Bankers” team members, from left, Robert Meade, Tabitha Howell, Laurie Rinck and Chad Malkus representing PNC Wealth Management.

Taking care of customers during the canoe races, in front, from left, are Cheyanne Burroughs, Manager Nikki Buzgierski and Kaitlin White, and in back, Saudia Grant and Heather Najdek.

Competing for Higgins, from left, are Mike Abbott, Carly Marvin, Ashley Kooker and Joe Proch.

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Annual book sale at OP Library set for July 26-27, 29 (July 19, 2019) Once again, the Ocean Pines Library will be the temporary home to thousands of books, all of which have been donated for the 19th annual Book Sale.

The fiction section includes recent books by James Patterson and Lee Childs, as well as mysteries by Sue Grafton and Janet Evanovich, to name a few.

Visit the newest section on hardto-find, collectible and autographed books, as well as first editions.

Nonfiction categories include gardening, sports, travel, history, family, biography, reference, home school/education, large print, westerns, classics, poetry, humor, religion, animals and nature, and science fiction.

There will also be holiday-related, craft and cook books.

The very large and popular children’s section will return, as will sections with music CDs, DVDs and audio books.

Many coffee table books covering films, photography and art as well as thousands of paperback books will be available as well.

The sale will begin at 6 p.m. on Friday, July 26, for the Friends of the Ocean Pines Library membership.

Guests who are not members can join at the door for $5 (individual membership) or $10 (family membership).

On Saturday, July 27, the sale will be open to the general public from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with prices ranging from 50 cents to $2 (specials as marked), and on Monday, July 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when all remaining books will be sold at half price. Cash and checks only.

This sale is the single-largest source of income for the Friends of the Ocean Pines Library.

The funds are used to help the Ocean Pines Library in many ways, including the purchase of books, computers, printers, as well as providing funding for children’s programs and adult reading programs.

The Ocean Pines Library is located at 11107 Cathell Road, next to the Ocean Pines Post Office and across from the Sports Core Pool.

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CANOE RACES Participants compete in one of the heats during BJ’s on the Water's 40th annual canoe races on Tuesday in the bay behind the 75th Street restaurant.

Shenanigan’s Irish Pub won the competition. The Hobbit took second and Gracie Ocean City Jiu-Jitsu finished in third.

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Difference between rip current and rip tide

By Kristin Joson Contributing Writer (July 19, 2019) If you spend anytime at the beach and listen to local television or radio at this time of the year, you will hear about the dangers of rip currents.

I get a lot of questions about what the difference between a rip current and a rip tide is and what makes them so dangerous.

You will see on local and national news coverage stories about rip currents. Although they are often mistakenly referred to as “rip tides,” they are in fact, a current.

A current is simply a volume of water moving from one location to another. In contrast, tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun and occur about every 12 hours.

What makes a rip current dangerous is that it moves water away from the beach and out to sea, where north or south currents (littoral current) just move water along the beach.

As water flows away from the beach, in the rip, anything or anyone in that water will also be pulled steadily away from shore.

This action not only accounts for how

unsuspecting bathers and people that never intended to go out further than their waist are pulled into water that is over their heads.

It also is responsible for creating the telltale signs that identify a rip current to the trained eye.

As waves break and stir up the sandy bottom and create foam this discolored water and foam are carried away from the shore clearly marking the location of a rip current.

While the mechanics of a rip current are easily understood, they still remain the greatest surf zone hazard for anyone enjoying water activities at any beach (80 percent worldwide) and account for 95 percent of all water related rescues in Ocean City.

Rip currents are such a well-known natural hazard that the National Weather Service has identified them as the third-leading cause of weather related death.

If you question the seriousness of this threat then just take a moment to realize that not all states could even contribute to this statistic because not all states have ocean beaches.

So being the third-leading cause of weather related death is quite significant.

Already this summer there have been dozens of rip current drowning around

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the U.S. as well as in the Great Lakes, yes even the Great Lakes has rip currents.

To understand how to escape a rip current it is important to understand what causes rip currents.

Rip currents occur when water that comes into the beach by wave action and wind needs to make it’s way back out.

Because a sand bar runs the length of Ocean City, water that has come over the sand bar needs to make its way back out.

Because wave action continues to bring water over the sandbar, the water has difficulty going out against the incoming flow.

Water will take the path of least resistance and find a lower spot along the sandbar to become the natural path for the flow of the water.

As more water comes across the sandbar the volume in the trough (water trapped between the beach and sandbar) increases and this additional volume of water causes an increasingly greater volume of water to flow through this path.

As water flows along this path it will move sand and creates a deep underwater channel from the shoreline through the sandbar. As waves break near the beach they cause a change in bathometry (the contour of the ocean bottom), which causes a constant change in the sandbar and thus rip current locations and severity are constantly changing.

Rips can open up at any given time, sometimes referred to as “Flash Rips.”

Just last week I was out swimming and I could see little rips opening up where just minutes before there weren’t any in the area where I was swimming.

It was a rough, choppy day and the sandbar was being broken away.

Another factor that has an influence on the frequency and severity of rip current activity is water depth, which is directly related to changing tides. This is why rip current risk may be reported as

moderate at 1 p.m. and become high at 4 p.m.

The Ocean City Beach Patrol provides rip current assessments to NOAA three times each day. We have also worked directly with scientists to understand rip currents and how to better forecast and predict them.

Although rip currents do not pull a person under water as a lot of people believe, It is the deep channel cut into the sandbar that gives the impression that a swimmer maybe pulled down.

In reality what is happening is a nonswimmer who intended to remain only in waist-deep water is being moved by the rip current into increasingly deeper water channel.

Since they cannot swim, they try to stand on the bottom and as they move away from the shore the water becomes over their head and they are no longer able to keep their head above water.

Therefore, a person watching from the beach may think that what they believe they are seeing is a person being pulled under. In fact, it is a non-swimmer who does not have the ability to keep their head above water.

If this occurs while the beach patrol is on duty, the lifeguard will simply assist the person back to safety. However if this occurs while lifeguards are not on duty, the outcome could be deadly.

You may believe that only non-swimmers drown as a result of rip currents while in reality many rip current drowning victims had moderate to good swimming ability.

This brings up the question, why would a person who knows how to swim, drown? The answer is simple.

Panic, fatigue and lack of ocean awareness all contribute to the outcome.

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COMMUNITY/SCHOOLS

ART SHOW Local students entered their artwork in the United Way’s Lower Shore Addiction Awareness Visual Arts Competition at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street. Pictured, from left, are Colleen Shanahan, an 11th grader at Stephen Decatur High School, who won a Special Award on First Friday, June 7; Julia Carlson, an eighth grader at Most Blessed Sacrament School (third place); and Theresa Hayes, a sixth grader at Most Blessed Sacrament School.

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BREAD SALE DONATION Atlantic General Hospital representatives visit Worcester Preparatory School on May 28 to accept a $525.25 donation from Tracey Berry’s and Kelley Burton’s second graders who raised the money during their annual Bread Sale. The Bread Sale was modeled like a small business project, with the students baking the bread and then selling it in their classroom cafe for .25 cents to other students and faculty.

As a result of donations by family and friends to the Bob Givarz Memorial Fund, the Ocean City Development Corporation recently purchased two Boardwalk items in his memory. A bench with a commemorative metal plaque was installed at Ninth Street next to Givarz’s family Boardwalk business, Alaska Stand. The Alaska Stand has operated in Ocean City since 1933. Pictured are Givarz’s family members, from left, Dennis and Jodi Renner, Leslye Givarz and her husband, Ken Kambis, and Stephanie Meehan, of the OCDC Board and Givarz family friend. In addition, a new bike rack was also installed at Ninth Street.

TOP SPELLERS Jackie Knowlton’s and Julie Lyons’ third graders participated in the Worcester Prep annual Grade 3 Spelling Bee on May 22.

Finishing first through third, respectively, were Ryan Shipp, Gavin Bren and Ariana Cornescu.

GUEST SPEAKER Margaret Mudron, of Taylor Bank, shared Junior Achievement’s “Our Region” with Gloria Scafone’s fourth grade class at Buckingham Elementary School.

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Ask lifeguards about conditions Continued from Page 40 the beach, a swimmer attempting to swim straight in will make little or no progress against this outgoing current.

Since a rip current may flow faster than an Olympic swimmer can swim, swimming against this current only causes a person in this situation to become fatigued while getting no closer to the beach.

Eventually they become so fatigued that they are no longer able to keep their head above water and once they slip below the water’s surface and are no longer able to get air, they become unconscious and only have moments before they become a statistic.

In contrast, a swimmer or someone with a flotation device can easily escape the pull of the rip.

By nature, a typical rip current is not very wide usually 20 yards at most which means that a person who is being pulled out can be out of the rip after a few swimming strokes.

Also once the rip current flows through the cut in the sandbar the pull disperses and the current no longer continues to pull you away from shore.

With these facts in mind if you find yourself being pulled away from shore, do not panic simply swim parallel to shore and once you no longer feel the pull of the rip, swim back into shore.

If you feel you are unable to swim across the rip, relax, let it take you out to the sandbar and then swim back to shore.

Whatever you do, never abandon a flotation device and always signal the lifeguard if you want their assistance. In most cases, they will already be on their way to assist you back to safety.

Even our lifeguards will not attempt to swim straight in against a rip current.

They use their knowledge of the ocean to swim parallel to the beach until they are out of the rip current and then make their way back into safety with a victim in tow who is holding onto the buoy they handed them as a flotation device to keep them above water.

If you can remember the word RIP then you can remember what to do to save your life, R = Relax and do not panic, I = I need help (wave your arm), P= Swim Parallel to return to safety.

For additional information about rip currents and other water safety topics visit our webpage, www.ococean.com/ocbp and follow the safety button.

NOAA also has a very informative site to learn more about how they occur and how to remain safe (www.ripcurrents.noaa.gov/).

We have attended rip current and surf zone conferences at the University of Delaware. It’s always exciting to be able to network with other organizations including NOAA about current rip current and surf zone research.

NOAA also presented the beach patrol with an award for “Rip Current Awareness and Prevention” at a meeting

of the Mayor and City Council a couple of seasons ago.

Scott Schumann, IT officer from NOAA comes each year to train our lifeguards as we continue our partnership for identifying, predicting and understanding rip currents.

My best advice to you is to only swim when lifeguards are on duty and you can always approach any of our friendly and knowledgeable lifeguards and ask them to talk to you about current conditions and information about rip currents as well as looking at the rip current diagram on the back of every stand along the beach.

If you think you would like to make a difference and have an exciting fulfilling position with the beach patrol, ask any of our guards or visit our website at www.ococean.com/ocbp.

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

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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

UPTOWN 91st to 146th 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 daily at 10 a.m.

■ 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.

■ 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.

■ 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.

■ 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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It was a straight-A performance for 16 Stephen Decatur High School seniors, who earned a total of 960 As over 15 consecutive terms. They were honored during the annual Scholastic Awards Banquet sponsored by the Berlin-Ocean City Optimists on May 14. Pictured are Logan Townsend, Gabrielle Suplee, Ivy Stearn, Eve Watsky, Samantha Short, Sierra Payne, Jonathan Santana, Orre Omer, Davina Graybill, Emily Malinowski, Kirsten Graham, Alyvia Ciurca, Isabel Emond, Jude Al-Hamad, Grace Beres and Kevin Beck.

Samantha Pielstick receives a $750 donation for Boy Scout Troop 261 from Ocean City Lions Club President Norm Cathell.

FITNESS WALK CEREMONY Worcester Preparatory School Pre-Kindergarten students, taught by teachers Erika Phillips and Jennifer Hoen, announce the wedding of “Q” and “U” on June 6. Head of School Randal Brown officiated the ceremony.

The fourth grade students at Ocean City Elementary School completed a fitness walk of the entire Boardwalk, on May 8. After the walk, they attended a water safety lesson presented by Ward Kovac of the Ocean City Beach Patrol.

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FASHION SHOW The Community Church at Ocean Pines held its 16th annual fashion show and luncheon on May 17 in its Family Life Center. Clothing was from the church’s Shepherd’s Nook. Nearly $2,500 was raised to benefit the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) and CCAOP Committee Outreach through the Shepherd’s Nook and Sarah’s Pantry.

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NCTE recognizes local students as promising writers (July 19, 2019) Stephen Decatur Middle School students Jessica Beck, Rina Dirickson and Jack Greenwood were recognized last month as Promising Young Writers by the National Council of Teachers of English.

The Promising Young Writers Program represents NCTE’s commitment to early and continuing work in the development of writing.

The school-based writing program was established in 1985 to stimulate and recognize writing talents and to emphasize the importance of writing skills among eighth-grade students.

Schools in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Canada, American schools abroad, and the Virgin Islands are eligible to nominate students.

This year, schools nominated 157 students. Of that number, 77 received the highest award, Certificates of Recognition, and 80 received Certificates of Participation.

Each student submitted two pieces of writing. Two independent judges evaluated each submission holistically on content, purpose, audience, tone, word choice, organization, development and style.

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ment, and it marks the first time since 2014 that students from Maryland have earned the honor,” said Jaimie Ridgely, the teacher who sponsored their nominations. “Being awarded this recognition is a testament to the talent, hard work and perseverance of each of these writers.

I look forward to seeing even more great things from Jessica, Rina and Jack in the future.”

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RUNNING START (Left) Swim caps and goggles were the order of the day for a large throng of aquatic enthusiasts taking part in the 25th annual Capt. Robert S. Craig Boardwalk Swim, which launched from the sands near Caroline Street, Saturday evening.(Right) The ocean fills with swimmers for the 25th annual event honoring Capt. Craig’s decades of service to the Ocean City Beach Patrol from 1935-1986.

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Telescope Pictures asks customers to donate to charity (July 19, 2019) Telescope Pictures owners are encouraging customers to round up their photo purchase to the nearest dollar or pick a custom donation to go to select charities this summer.

“The photographer is the person that got the customer excited enough to come to the store and when that customer decides to donate we decided to match all donations,” said Jon Cameron, owner of Telescopes with his wife, Sam. “The response by our customers has been nothing short of exciting.”

The campaign benefited Big Brother Big Sister Eastern Shore in May and June.

For July, donations will go to the Atlantic General Hospital Campaign for the Future.

In August, donations collected with benefit the Ocean City Development Corporation and Peninsula Regional Medical Center.

The Worcester County Humane Society will receive funds from September donations.

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July population census says 77 horses in herd currently (July 19, 2019) The National Park Service has completed its July population census of the wild horses on Assateague Island.

The total population of the Maryland herd is currently at 77 horses, including 22 stallions and 55 mares. All horses were located and there were no births or deaths documented during the census.

The National Park Service completes a full census of the horse population in Maryland six times per year, in February, March, May, July, September and November.

Managed as a wildlife population, the Assateague horses are free to

roam over approximately 27 miles of the barrier island and can be difficult to find at times.

During each census, horses are identified by their distinguishing characteristics, mapped and counted.

Individual horses that are not observed during multiple census periods are presumed dead.

The purpose of the census is to monitor the overall population dynamics of the horse herd in support of the long-term fertility control program that was initiated in 1994.

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Maryland Basic Boating Safety Course held Aug. 3 (July 19, 2019) The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is offering a one-day Maryland Basic Boating Safety Course on Aug. 3, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Library.

The Maryland Safe Boating Certificate is required for all boat operators born after July 1,1972 and is awarded after successful completion of the course.

The class includes information on

piloting in local waters, tying nautical knots, foul weather tactics, legal issues and common marine maintenance. This course is designed to benefit all boaters regardless of the skill level.

The cost is $15 for materials. Space is limited.

Register or get more information by calling Barry Cohen at 410-9354807, or email cgauxoc@gmail.com.

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PARTY NIGHTS Rock cover powerhouse Jaded Love brought its high-octane rhythms to open another summer of Sunset Park Party Nights, which kicked off last Thursday at the bayside location on South Division Street in downtown Ocean City.

Ocean Games to include nine- and three-mile swims

By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) The annual Ocean Games returns to Ocean City this Saturday beginning on the Caroline Street Beach, downtown.

In 2014, Swim Ocean City was officially sanctioned by the World of Open Water Swimming (WOWSA) and combined with the East Coast SUP CUP, hosted by local company Walk on Water to form the Ocean Games.

The Ocean Games features a World of Open Water Swimming-sanctioned series of three- and nine-mile open water swims along the Atlantic coastline. A three-person team, nine-mile relay has been added.

When a motorcycle accident in 2006 left Ocean Games Race Director Corey Davis with a traumatic brain injury, rendering him unable to walk, the Johns Hopkins Brain and Stroke Rehabilitation Program became his only hope.

After six months of treatment by a team of five professionals, led by neuropsychologist Dr. Kate (Kortte) Bechtold, Davis’ determination and the efforts of the rehabilitation program allowed him to stand on his own two feet again.

“I wanted to bring awareness to traumatic brain injury and show that it is not a life ending occurrence,” Davis said.

“Swimmers can take on a challenge and be part of something bigger than themselves and be part of a ‘team’ while doing an individual competition.”

The seventh annual Ocean Games will simultaneously raise funds for the Brain and Stroke Rehabilitation Program, to increase awareness of brain injuries and recovery and promote the positive effects that sports have on the brain and the body.

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Jaded Love lead axe man, Glenn Carl Campbell, riffs it up during the season’s first Sunset Park Party Nights event last Thursday, sponsored by the Ocean City Development Corporation and the Town of Ocean City.

Games has raised nearly $150,000 for the Johns Hopkins Program and local charities.

Last year, the games was canceled as a result of bad weather. This year, around 70 participants have signed up for the event. Registration for the swim events ended on Sunday, July 14.

Festivities will begin tonight, Friday, at the Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church on 103rd Street with a packet pickup for the nine-mile swimmers and a mandatory safety meeting beginning at 6 p.m., presented by Davis.

Dinner will be provided by Chef Paul Suplee of BoxCar 40. The mandatory safety lecture will take place at 7 p.m.

The swimmers will enter the water at 10 a.m. after a second safety meeting on the beach presented by the Ocean City Beach Patrol, Saturday.

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“It is the length of Ocean City in the ocean and along the coastline just past the surf,” Davis said.

Swimmers will be able to take short breaks by treading the water, however, if they stop swimming or touch land they will be disqualified.

“People take breaks, only to feed and drink, at a specified pace they discuss with the kayak pilot before the swim starts,” Davis said. “Typically, they’ll take breaks every 45 minutes to an hour but that can change with the conditions and the swimmer.”

There will be time restrictions for

each race and safety buoys approximately every 1,500 yards.

“A marathon swim is any open water swim over 10 kilometers, or 6.2 miles long,” Davis said. “The Swim Ocean City event in the Ocean Games is unique because it’s one of only two marathon swims all in the ocean on the entire East Coast.”

Award ceremonies will take place after the events, which includes trophies for best overall female and male swimmers in wetsuit and non-wetsuit categories.

Spectators are encouraged to watch and cheer on participants. For more information, visit www.oceangamesusa.org.

Worcester Youth and Family collecting school supplies (July 19, 2019) Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services has started its yearly “Back to School” drive to benefit children in Worcester County unable to acquire necessary materials for the upcoming term.

Over 200 backpacks filled with supplies were donated to students at local schools in 2018.

“The School Supplies program is extremely important to the children and families in Worcester County. A significant number of families in the county live at or below the federal poverty level,” said Worcester Youth Executive Director Steve Taylor. “Pocomoke schools report roughly 70 percent of the children fall into this category, about half of the families in Snow Hill and roughly 30 percent of the families in the Berlin area struggle financially.

In addition to those living at the poverty level, many more families are living paycheck to paycheck.”

Taylor also emphasized the difficulty of living in monetary uncertainty.

“Any major expense such as a car repair or refrigerator failure will place families at risk of not paying their bills,” he said. “Providing school supplies can be a tremendous help to these families.

School supply requests are also intended to help teachers who sometimes use their own money to help the children.”

Deborah Smullen, billing and insurance specialist for WYFCS, said that all participants in the organization’s youth programs would receive backpacks.

“Bags are provided to our Berlin Youth Club, SAGES and SABERS members and their siblings, as well as our Family Connections families,” she said. “We also donate boxes of miscellaneous school supplies to area schools directly to lift the burden from teachers and administrators. Members of the public are invited to fill out a bag re-

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quest form for their child at any time.”

Smullen requested that donations be made by Friday, Aug. 9. Drop-off locations for items include 124 North Main Street, Suite C in Berlin, at the Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce at 12320 Ocean Gateway in West Ocean City and at Ayers Creek Adventures at 8628 Grey Fox Lane in Berlin.

There will also be a “Stuff the Van” event at Walmart, at 11416 Ocean Gateway in Berlin, on Saturday, July 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Patrons are encouraged to purchase school supplies to be loaded in the WYFCS vans.

School supplies being requested are: one-, three- and five-subject notebooks, Post It notes, bottles of glue, pencil pouches/cases, colored pencils, composition books, Crayola crayons, dividers, Zip lock bags (all sizes), highlighters, hand sanitizer, notebook paper, masking tape, scissors (blunt end), pencils, #2, white paper plates, pencil sharpeners, tissues, wipes (Clorox or Lysol), plastic two-pocket folders, regular two-pocket folders, ear buds, glue sticks, large pink erasers, paper towels and dry erase markers.

Bags will be distributed Friday, Aug. 29 from noon to 2 p.m. at Dr. William Henry Park in Berlin during a community event with lunch provided by Homes at Berlin.

A parent or guardian must be present at the event to pick up the backpacks or may pick them up at the WYFCS offices. Further supplies will be given away at the Pocomoke, Snow Hill, and Stephen Decatur Middle Schools’ “Back to School Bashes.”

Additionally, monetary contributions can be made to Worcester Youth and earmarked for the back to school drive. For more information, visit gowoyo.org, call 410-641-4598, or contact Smullen at dsmullen@gowoyo.org.

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Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 11:00 AM. Books, singing and dancing.

Stay to do the Make & Take craft afterward. For ages 2-5 years. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

St. Paul United Methodist Church, 405 Flower St., 11:00 AM. Purchase a 1/2 BBQ chicken and roll for $8. Sponsored by the church’s Men’s Ministry.

Pitts Street and Main Street, Pitts Street and Main Street, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Featuring more than 20 vendors including fresh fruits and veggies, baked goods, seafood, poultry, farm fresh eggs, organic goods, wood working, beauty products and more. Also enjoy free crafts for kids, a variety of tutorials, a petting zoo and music provided by The Bilenki Duo. Ivy Wells and Allison Early, 410-973-2051

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Northside Park, West Lagoon Field, 200 125th St., Ocean City, MD, 2:00 PM 4:00 PM. Featuring an afternoon filled with fun water games, free snow cones and a group water balloon fight. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Ocean City Recreation and Parks in celebration of Park and Recreation Month. rwormack@oceancitymd.gov, 410-250-0125

Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department, 10709 Bishopville Road, 11:00 AM 1:00 PM. Cost is $12 and includes a crab cake on a roll, coleslaw, bag of chips and beverage (water or soda). Preorders are recommended: call or text, 619-9229950.

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Fri., July 19 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 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. 410289-4991, http://www.ocmuseum.org

COLORING OUTSIDE THE LINES Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Discover the therapeutic benefits of coloring. Coloring books and supplies will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own materials. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

BINGO AT THE LIBRARY! Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:00 PM. Prizes include gift cards to local businesses. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

STEM ‘THE LIFE OF A STAR’ Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:00 PM. Learn all you ever wanted to know about stars and more. For children ages 5 to 12. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

Swim Ocean City, a WOWSA-sanctioned ocean race, features a 9-mile ocean swim, 3 person 9-mile relay and a 3-mile race. There will also be a ultimate frisbee competition. Ocean Games’ mission is to raise funds for the Johns Hopkins Brain and Stroke Rehabilitation Program. info@oceangamesusa.org, https://www.oceangamesusa.org

WALK WITH A DOC Meet at the Berlin Town Hall, 10 William Street, 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM. There is a short presentation by a doctor on a current health topic followed by a walk at your own pace. Family and pet friendly. Michelle, 410-641-9268, http://www.atlanticgeneral.org/walkwithadoc

CRAFTY SATURDAY MAKE & TAKE ‘SUNS AND STARS’ 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

23RD ANNUAL ART HANSEN MEMORIAL YOUTH FISHING CONTEST South Gate Pond, near Sports Core Pool, 11144 Cathell Road, 9:00 AM 10:30 AM. Registration is from 8:309:30 a.m. Youths should bring their own fishing rod and reel. Bait is provided. There will be 3 age groups: 4-7, 8-11 and 12-16. Trophies awarded for the biggest fish. Children younger than 4 years can fish but are not eligible for a trophy. This is a free event. All registrants will receive a prize. John McFalls, 610-505-1697

FREE MOVIE ON THE BEACH Ocean City beach at 27th Street, 8:30 PM. Featuring “Incredibles 2.” 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 20 CRAB FEAST FUNDRAISER Shrimp Boat, 9724 Stephen Decatur Highway. Cost is $50 for adults and $30 for children, 11 and younger. The Libertarian Party of Maryland is hosting this event in its efforts to regain party status and get back on the ballot. Tickets: www.lpmaryland.org or www.facebook.com/lpmaryland.

OCEAN GAMES Ocean City beach at Caroline Street.

MOTHERHOOD WALK Stephen Decatur Park, 17 Burley St., 9:00 AM. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Tickets can be purchased for $20, which includes an event T-shirt. Light breakfast will be available for purchase.

Tickets: 443-513-4124 or www.gracematernalhealth.org/events/. The Grace Center is partnering with Worcester Goes Purple for this walk, which is dedicated to the education and empowerment of every mother battling addiction in support of their family. http://www.worcestergoespurple.com

FREE MUSEUM PROGRAM Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., 10:00 AM. Saturdays feature “Aquarium Feeding.” Held outside the museum on the boardwalk.

410-289-4991, http://www.ocmuseum.org

11TH ANNUAL JESSE’S PADDLE Pocomoke River Canoe Company, 2 River St., 5:00 PM. Registration begins at 4 p.m. There will be free canoes, kayaks and paddle boards for those who raise more than $40 to participate in Jesse’s Poker Paddle. Also featuring music provided by The Stims, a silent auction, food and beverages and a cornhole challenge. Participants can create their own fundraising page and supports can make pledges at: http://jessespaddle.org and click clicking on the big orange Jesse’s Paddle icon. Paper pledge forms are available at weremember@jessespaddle.org or 443982-2716. Canoes, color or two-person kayaks or standup paddle boards must be reserved in advance by calling 410632-3971. Proceeds fund the annual Jesse Klump Memorial Scholarship as well as the group’s suicide prevention outreach mission.

$5 FILM NIGHT Art League of Ocean City, 502 94th Street, bayside, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM. Join us for another screening brought to you by the Ocean City Film Festival. This month, enjoy films created for the Ocean City Film Challenge! Meet the filmmakers and join the after-film discussion. $5 admission. Art League of Ocean City Ocean City, megan@artleagueofoceancity.org, 410-524-9433, http://www.artleagueofoceancity.org

SUNDAES IN THE PARK Northside Park, 200 125th St., 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Featuring live music by Kittyback (classic and country rock) 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.

410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326

Mon., July 22 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

MONDAY MOVIE MATINEE ‘PLANET OF THE APES’ (1968) Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:00 PM. Light refreshments provided. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM. TOPS is a weekly support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. Berlin group No. 169. Rose Campion, 410-6410157

FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET Saturdays - White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Featuring live music, chef demos, children’s activities and other special events. Shop for everything from fresh local produce to unique handmade artisan goods. Open to the public.

Sun., July 21

FREE MOVIE ON THE BEACH Ocean City beach at 27th Street, 8:30 PM. Featuring “A Dog’s Way Home.”

Bring a beach chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled. 410-250-0125, http://www.oceancitymd.gov

BEACH FIREWORKS Talbot Street beach, 10:30 PM. 410-2892800

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CALENDAR 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 23

come. http://acsportfishing.org

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING 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

FREE MUSEUM PROGRAM

‘ASK A MASTER GARDENER’ PLANT CLINIC

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

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.

TOM CROWL COMEDY VENTRILOQUIST Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 10:30 AM. Come see Tom Crowl and his hilarious puppets. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

10TH ANNUAL FASTEST SERVER ON DA BEACH Seacrets, 117 49th St., 12:00 PM. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m. Local bartenders, waiters and waitresses compete for a first-place prize package worth at least $1,000 and a chance to win $10,000 in the Believe in Tomorrow Beach Bash. Proceeds benefit the Children’s House by the Sea. Spectators can view the competition for free. Registration cost is $20 and includes a souvenir T-shirt. 410-524-4900, http://www.seacrets.com

TOM CROWL COMEDY VENTRILOQUIST Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:00 PM. Come see Tom Crowl and his hilarious puppets. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

FAMILY TIME MOVIE ‘TEEN TITANS GO! TO THE MOVIES’ Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM. The movie begins at 4:30 p.m. Before, during and after the movie enjoy crafts and activities related to the movie. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

FAMILY BEACH OLYMPICS 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.

OC BEACH DANCE PARTY Caroline Street Stage, Caroline Street and the Boardwalk, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Free interactive entertainment and music by DJ BK from 97.1 The Wave.

Bring a beach chair or blanket to enjoy the music and dance in the sand. 410250-0125 or 800-626-2326, http://www.ococean.com

ATLANTIC COAST SPORTFISHING ASSOCIATION MEETING Ocean City Lions Club, 12534 Airport Road, 7:30 PM. Doors open at 7 p.m.

Tom Nelson, a recognized surf fisherman, will be speaking about surf fishing on Ocean City beaches. Guests are wel-

Wed., July 24

St., 6:00 PM. 302-540-2127

Thurs., July 25 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

STORY TIME ‘HABITATS’ Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 AM. Enjoy stories, movement, songs and take-home crafts. For ages 25 years. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

WITTY KNITTERS

TOM CROWL COMEDY VENTRILOQUIST

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

Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 AM. Come see Tom Crowl and his hilarious puppets. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

WCG JOB FAIR

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 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. A new workshop, titled “Building Better Caregivers” has been added. It’s a free, 6-week workshop for caregivers of those with conditions that affect memory.

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

Worcester County Government Center, Human Resources Office, Room 1301, 1 W. Market St., 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM. For a complete list of Worcester County Government job opportunities, visit http://www.co.worcester.md.us/departments/hr/jobs.

TOM CROWL COMEDY VENTRILOQUIST

HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE

THE DISCOVERY CLUB

Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 AM. Come see Tom Crowl and his hilarious puppets. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

Worcester County Government Center, Room 1102, One W. Market St., 1:00 PM. Citizens are encouraged to attend and participate in the meeting. For more information on the plan development process and how you can participate, call Tina Vickers, 410-632-1315.

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

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP

FREE ADMISSION TO MILITARY PERSONNEL AND THEIR FAMILIES

FREE MUSEUM PROGRAM

ROCK PAINTING Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 1:00 PM. Express a random act of kindness by writing a feel good message on a rock and then placing it where others can find it and enjoy. For ages 8 years and older. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

FREE MOVIE ON THE BEACH Carousel Resort Hotel and Condominiums, 11700 Coastal Highway, 8:30 PM. Featuring “The Grinch.” 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

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 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

OC/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING Wednesdays - Captain’s Table Restaurant in the Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th

Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Providing physical and emotional support for survivors and caregivers to share personal experiences and challenges. Coping strategies also discussed. Anne Waples, awaples@atlanticgeneral.org, 443-614-5720

SQUIRT-GUN PAINTING Berlin library, 13 Harrison Ave., 2:00 PM. Create a really unique piece of art.

All washable paints will be provided.

Dress to get messy. http://www.worcesterlibrary.org

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.

Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., May 18 through Sept. 2. The program is available to those currently serving in the United States Military. Must show a Geneva Convention common access card (CAC), DD Form 1173 ID dent ID) or a DD Form 1173-1 ID. The museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

FRIDAY NIGHT SERVICES Temple Bat Yam, 11036 Worcester Highway, Berlin, every Friday, 7:30 p.m. A reform Jewish Synagogue. Info: 410641-4311.

SUNSET PARK PARTY NIGHTS Sunset Park, 700 S. Philadelphia Ave., 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Free concert featuring Neon Swing Xperience (swing/jazz).

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

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JULY 19, 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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CERTIFIED CYCLE INSTRUCTORS

Comfort Inn Gold Coast We are seeking to fill the following positions:

HIRING ALL POSITIONS!!

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~ Maintenance ~ Housekeeping

Photographers

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 Experience Necessary.

Send Resumes to: meslin@lifetouch.com

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

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AUTOMOTIVE 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!

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NOW HIRING • Drivers • Nighttime Servers (only apply if you can work year-round) Hiring Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays @ 11am

- WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION TECHNICIANS & MANAGERS

56th Street, Ocean City ~ Bayside 410-723-5600

(IICRC certifications a plus)

- DECK COATING APPLICATORS Worcester County Health Department

- LEAD CARPENTERS/FRAMERS

COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE II - Full Time, State Benefits.

Occasional weekends and evenings required. Two positions available. Salary starting at $49,476/year.

Communicable Disease Program duties include but not limited to providing clinical services including health promotion, maintenance, and education; case management and coordination of care for patients using the nursing process.

Adult Evaluation & Review Services Program duties include but not limited to home visiting to conduct a comprehensive assessment and development of care plans; case management, and coordination of care using the nursing process.

Must possess a current license as a Registered Nurse from the Maryland State Board of Nursing. Valid driver’s license required. Background check & drug screening required.

- 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

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• Housekeeping •Maintenance •Laundry •Front Desk

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling 410-632-1100 ext. 1221.

Positions, full-time, part-time, seasonal or year-round. Must have hotel experience.

Apply within, or call 410-289-5762

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Employment Opportunities: 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

Free employee meal and excellent benefits.

Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel Attn: Human Resources Dept.

10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Phone: 410-524-3535 Fax: 410-723-9109 EOE M/F/D/V

ssifieds la C r u o Y r e Ord

Customer Service Associate (Bank Teller and Desk Duties) If you are looking for an amazing opportunity in the banking industry at a company with a great reputation then consider this position.

Taylor Bank is seeking individuals that thrive in a team-focused, variablepaced, and supportive work environment. Our employees want to make a positive impact in their community and strive to put extraordinary into everything they do. Branch staff refer products and services, if these meet the needs of our customers, which supports our relationship banking philosophy.

This is a year-round, variable hourly (30-40 hours) position. Branch locations include our Ocean City and Berlin markets. Banking experience not required.

Come join our team!

To apply for available positions and learn more about our amazing benefits and culture, please go online to taylorbank.com, click on about us and visit our career page.

Calvin B. Taylor Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Make sure to check out our job postings on Indeed.com!

Classifieds 410-723-6397

Top wages, excellent benefits package and free employee meal available to successful candidates.

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.

Online

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BETHANY FITNESS Ocean View, DE call:

302.539.8282 Comfort Inn Gold Coast Assistant Executive Housekeeper We are seeking to fill the position of Assistant Executive Housekeeper.

This is a full time, year round position with competitive pay and benefits. Hotel Housekeeping supervisory experience required.

Please apply in person at 112th street, Ocean City, next to the Gold Coast Mall.

Pino`s Pizza Seeking Phone Order Takers with (9 out of 10) SUPERB ENGLISH for 11am till 5pm, 4pm till 10pm, 5pm till 2:30am, or 10pm till 2:30am slots.

Also seeking “very strong and energized” Kitchen Prepper/Cleaner from 10pm till 2:30am.

Delivery DRIVERS welcome to apply.

Stop in any night 81st Street Plaza between 6pm to 1am to inquire.

PS: Do not apply if you already have 2 jobs because I don’t allow zombies who tell me “I’ll sleep in September” when I ask when you sleep.

Work At The BEACH...

Work With The BEST!!

Top wages, excellent benefits package and free employee meal available to successful candidates.

F&B MANAGER 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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HELP WANTED

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Cleaner Experienced w/Check-In & Check-Outs.

Reliable with own transportation. Will supply cleaning supplies. Excellent pay. Call Donna 301-7125224 for interview.

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.

1BR, 1BA Condo w/Dock.

15th Street area. W/D. Newly remodeled. Private dock &. nice backyard w/balcony.

Available mid-September.

443-783-1154

Condo For Sale.

Best location, 61st Ocean block. 3BR, 1.5BA. Excellent condition.

Agent/owner, Jobin Realty, 703-569-6920.

3BR, 1.5BA, West Ocean City Year-Round Rental. 3 season room, central air, W/D. Fenced-in back yard, unfurnished. $1400/mo. Good credit required. Call or text Thomas, 443-497-0622.

$63,000 Cash Buys You A BEAUTIFUL 2BR, 2BA Mobile Home! Thoroughly renovated, near boat ramp.

Lot rent $425/month.

Call Howard Martin Realty, 410-352-5555.

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.

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.

RAMBLER MOTEL

$515,000. Ocean Pines.

3BR, 4BA House w/Private Pool. 2-car detached garage.

Upgraded chef kitchen. Hurry call today! 703-597-5793

The contents of mini storage units will be sold at public auction. Units to be auctioned; B55, B71, B97, S103, S111, S143, S185, S204, S223, S221, S501, S718, S409, O140, O79, O103, O134, O165, L11, O29, O115, O164. Units are being sold due to nonpayment of rent. Common items in units are, household items, furniture, tools, fishing equipment, paintings, antique and vintage items.

Date: Saturday, July 27th Time: NEW TIME 10:00AM #1 Starts at Berlin Mini Storage: Route 346 #2 Continues at OC Mini Storage: Route 50 #3 Finishes at OC Mini Storage: Route 611 Terms: CASH ONLY Auctioneer: Tom Janasek

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.

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Apply online at: www.delmarvadd.com

is now accepting applications for the following positions:

Hostess, Cooks, A/V Staff, Boutique Sales, EMT, General Maintenance, Painter, Boat Mate For more details or to apply, please go online to www.seacrets.com/employment

CARQUEST AUTO PARTS Now Hiring : - Auto Parts Advisors - Managers Locations in the Bethany, Rehoboth & Ocean City areas.

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AM shift. apply in person at The Spinnaker, 18th St. & Baltimore Ave. 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.

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 BEACH STAND JOBS - Get paid to work on the beach renting umbrellas and chairs.

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Busy Retail Furniture Store now accepting applications for:

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Yearly & Seasonal Rentals We Welcome Pets 7700 Coastal Hwy 410-524-7700 www.holidayoc.com

RENTALS 1BR, 1BA Starting at $700 2BR, 2BA Starting at $825 3BR, 2BA Starting at $1200 Available Summer Seasonal Rentals @ www.hilemanrealestate.com

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Real estate agents must comply with TCPA regulations

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Atlantic Acupuncture is located at 11033 Cathell Road in Ocean Pines.

OP facility offers acupuncture and other treatments

By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Eastern medicinal practices have come to Worcester County. With techniques such as acupressure, foot massages and acupuncture, Atlantic Acupuncture now resides on 11033 Cathell Road in Ocean Pines.

Dr. Dawn Gifford first started her acupuncture business in Bel Air, Maryland, 10 years ago and knew she wanted to end up in Ocean Pines.

“We had been coming down to this area for a number of years and there is no one who offers the services that we do here,” Gifford said. “We saw the opportunity and we always thought we would move down here eventually.”

The facility can treat up to nine patients at a time and offers so much more than just acupuncture, Gifford said.

“We offer the only effective drug free non needle pain clinic on the whole Eastern Coast,” Gifford said. “We treat anything from anxiety, neuropathy, chronic pain, infertility or cosmetic.

That is what we specialize in.

“We’re different because under the umbrella of Eastern medicine although our sign out there says acupuncture we do so much more,” she continued. “We do herbal prescriptions. We have our pain clinic which is a non-needle herbal pain clinic, and we also have our surgeon massage beds. I’ve been using

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Dr. Dawn Gifford is a licensed acupuncturist and certified alcohol and drug counselor.

them for 15 years.”

In addition to treating pain and infertility, Gifford also offers procedures to treat depression, fatigue, migraines, menstrual complications, stress and other ailments. Treatments range from traditional acupuncture therapy, acupressure, lying on a jade surgeon massage bed, drinking Chinese herbal teas or foot soaks in herb infused water.

According to Gifford, since first opening two weeks ago several patients have already begun returning for more treatments and have seen positive re-

sults.

“We start patients out with 12 sessions,” she said. “Back to back as often as they can get in here and then we reevaluate after 12 sessions. Ideally, it’s great to come four times a year for maintenance.”

Gifford has not always been a medical professional. However, acupuncture saved her life when she was younger, and she decided to make a career change from being a maximum-security prison guard as a result.

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By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (July 19, 2019) Real estate agents must comply with telemarketing laws.

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), operated by the Federal Trade Commission, prohibits telemarketing calls to consumers who place their number on the Do Not Call Registry.

This applies to any call that solicits the purchase of goods or services, and includes calls seeking to list or buy a property.

The following are exemptions to the Do Not Call Registry: (these situations are allowed even when consumers are registered with the Do Not Call Registry) • Only applies to personal phone numbers, not business lines or business-to-business calls.

• If you had a prior business relationship, you may call for up to 18 months after you last did business with them.

• You can also call a consumer up to three months after they made an inquiry about services.

• You may call the consumer if you have written permission.

Realtors frequently call For Sale by Owner (FSBO) and Expired Multiple List listings.

If the seller’s number is listed on the Do Not Call Registry, real estate agents are actually prohibited from calling FSBO sellers unless they have a client interested in the FSBO property.

As it relates to expired listings, there has been an increase in class action lawsuits against brokerages that are instructing agents to “cold call” consumers whose property listings had recently expired.

If a consumer is on the Do Not Call registry, and you place an unsolicited call to them, by statute, this is a violation where real estate agents may be held liable for up to $1,500 per violation.

The National Association of Realtors offers the following as best practices for real estate agents related to following TCPA rules: • Develop, implement and follow a written Do Not Call policy.

See ADVICE Page 58

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Gifford licensed in acupressure and drug counseling

AGH recognized as gold level recipient for wellness award

Continued from Page 57 “I did not wake up one day and say I want to be an acupuncturist,” Gifford said. “I actually came home from work one day and I couldn’t walk up the stairs. I went to my medical doctor and he did my X-rays. and it came back. My diagnosis was digentitive disk disease … bone on bone.”

Gifford was told she would need an expensive surgery in order to recover.

However, she was uninterested in spending so much money on a costly and dangerous procedure. Over time her condition got worse. In addition, with her dangerous career she was at risk of losing her job due to immobility and reached out to other professionals before coming across an acupuncturist.

“I found acupuncture … I didn’t know a thing about it and to be honest I didn’t care,” Gifford said. “He put me on a jade massage bed and he did acupuncture.

My treatment plan was twice a day for 10 days. On probably the fifth or sixth treatment, I felt something burst in my back and I’m like, ‘Oh my gosh … I’m paralyzed. How am I gonna get home.’

“The pain never came back and I fell in love with this medicine,” she continued. “Some years later I decided I want to change. I loved my career and I loved my job but I was ready for a change.”

(July 19, 2019) Atlantic General Hospital has been recognized by Healthiest Maryland Businesses as a gold level recipient of the Wellness at Work awards for the fourth consecutive year.

The Wellness at Work awards took place during the 10th annual Maryland Workplace Health and Wellness Symposium in Baltimore.

The Wellness at Work awards are sponsored by Healthiest Maryland Businesses, the state’s initiative to support healthy workplaces.

Any Maryland employer who is a member of Healthiest Maryland Businesses is eligible to apply, and there is no cost to be a member.

Recognition criteria are based on the CDC’s Workplace Health Model and applicants are asked to describe activities and share examples of policies and tools developed and utilized in the four areas of assessment, planning and management, implementation, and evaluation.

Atlantic General Hospital was a gold level recipient in 2016, 2017 and 2018.

Employers may earn a Gold, Silver, Bronze, or On the Path award based on their activities to establish leadership support for wellness, create wellness committees, survey the needs and interests of their employees, set health improvement goals, and develop monitoring tools to track their outcomes over time.

AGH created the Associates Getting Healthy wellness program in 2013. This program was implemented with the goals of providing opportunities for the associates to improve their health and wellbeing and control the high cost of providing health benefits.

Those goals were achieved and results in creating a culture at AGH that helped associates begin or enhance a healthier lifestyle.

Atlantic General Hospital has been providing quality health care to the residents of Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties in Maryland and Sussex County, Delaware, since May 1993.

Built by the commitment and generosity of a dedicated community, the hospital’s state-of-the-art facility in Berlin combines old-fashioned personal attention with the latest in technology and services.

It provides quality specialty care such as weight loss surgery, orthopedics, outpatient infusion and chemotherapy for individuals with cancer or blood/autoimmune disorders, and a comprehensive women’s diagnostic center.

Atlantic General Health System, its network of more than 40 primary care providers and specialists, care for residents and visitors throughout the region.

For more information about Atlantic General Hospital, visit www.atlanticgeneral.org.

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Patients can enjoy herb-infused feet soaks as part of their treatment in this spa-styled treatment room at Atlantic Acupuncture in Ocean Pines.

Gifford’s practice grows its own medicinal herbs and receives special permission to distribute the product.

Another aspect of her practice is on site screening using an AcuGraph which is a computerized tool used to analyze and document the energetic status of the acupuncture meridians, otherwise known as invisible energy pathways in the body that have been used therapeutically for over 5,000 years.

Gifford has had several skeptics enter her store, doubtful of her practice but has been able to convince many of them of the reliability of Chinese medicine.

More importantly, these treatments have been used for over 3,000 years as testament to its effectiveness.

“It’s the same prescription you would have gotten centuries ago,” Gifford said.

“This medicine came about to treat the emperors. The emperors were said to live to be 100. So what happens if you gave an emperor medicine that didn’t work? You lost your head. These medicines a lot of have not changed at all.”

In addition to all this, Gifford also offers some classes, where students can practice wellness techniques such as Qigong and acupressure in their own

homes.

“Our goal is to educate,” Gifford said.

“There’s a lot that you can do outside of the office. We teach our patients about acupressure and a lot of things that they can do by themselves and we send them home with tools that they can use too.

Although they’re only here three days a week we can send them home with tools like acupressure skills, herbs and pain sprays that they can all do at home.”

Gifford offers classes to alleviate various illnesses or afflictions such as facial rejuvenation, cosmetic, arthritis as well as fertility classes. Since she has arrived to Ocean Pines, Gifford says 20 patients have been able to get pregnant following visits to her clinic.

The visits are also covered by insurance if it is pain related, with Gifford’s practice accepting Network Blue Cross.

Dr. Gifford takes on new patients by appointment only and is open Saturday to Monday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. As her clientele increases, she admits she might either extend her hours or add additional days to her work week.

For more information, call 410-7259048 or visit www.AtlanticAcuTherapy.com.

REAL ESTATE REPORT

Advice to avoid soliciting or breaching TCPA regulations Continued from Page 57 • Train personnel in the Do Not Call policy.

• Access the Do Not Call registry every month and scrub call lists against the Do Not Call registry.

• Maintain an internal, companyspecific, Do Not Call list honoring persons requests not to be called.

– Lauren Bunting is an Associate Broker with Bunting Realty, Inc. in Berlin.

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GOLD STANDARD Atlantic General Hospital has been recognized by Healthiest Maryland Businesses as a gold level recipient of the Wellness at Work awards for the fourth consecutive year. Pictured, from left, are Tammy Galusha, service operations manager for Business Health Services; Tracey Mullineaux, employee health/wellness nurse at AGH; and Nicole Morris, infection prevention and employee health manager at AGH.

AGH recognizes employees through annual honor award (July 19, 2019) Atlantic General recently recognized Demiah Nooney, RN, as its Nurse of the Year for 2019, as well as Betsy Esposito, CPhT, pharmacy purchaser, and the recipient of the 2019 Friend of Nursing Award.

National surveys continue to place nurses at the top when it comes to the most trusted profession, according to Gallup polls measuring honesty and ethics in various fields.

It is through the actions and words of nurses that trust between provider and patient is developed, and this is especially important in Maryland, where healthcare organizations have been working hard to anticipate the needs of patients and communities on a deeper level.

Often it is the nurse who is able to forge the connection that puts an emotional and professional face to Atlantic General Hospital.

Nooney received multiple nominations by her fellow AGH associates. One nomination stated, “empathy, excellent collaboration, honesty and integrity are paramount. She will always tell you the truth and is 100 percent dependable.”

Joining the organization in 2005 as a scholarship recipient, Nooney continued

her education to become a registered nurse.

She worked on the medical surgical unit to provide coverage for the Center for Joint Surgery. Five year later, she joined the inpatient case management department.

She later transferred to the emergency department where she currently works as a Demiah Nooney case manager.

“I love being a part of the AGH family. I am eternally grateful for the opportunity they provided me to pursue my nursing career when I was awarded the James G. and Nancy W. BarBetsy Esposito rett Scholarship,” Nooney said.

Nooney is described as a nurse who is willing to do anything for her patients, always courteous and respectful, even during difficult conversations.

“I am honored to work with all of the nurses at AGH. They are so committed See NOONEY Page 60

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from 3:30-4:00 Daniel (Danny/Dan) B Childs - Feb 10, 1935 - March 3, 2016 Loved Ocean City and was very proud of the property that he was able to acquire.

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We would love to have all friends that knew and loved Danny, Jamie and Felix join us for this celebration.

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SHELBY SHEA/OCEAN CITY TODAY

RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY BJ’s on the Water owners Maddy and Billy Carder, center, celebrate the 40th anniversary of the 75th Street restaurant with a ribbon cutting prior to the annual canoe races on Tuesday.

Nooney and Esposito recognized with awards Continued from Page 59 to our patients and our organization. Selecting just one for the Nurse of the Year Award is always a challenge,” added Colleen Wareing, chief nursing officer and vice president of patient care services at Atlantic General Hospital.

“Demiah stood out to her peers and was selected by a team of those peers. We are so fortunate on the shore to have such wonderful professional nurses, who are not only smart, but are compassionate.”

Nooney is honored to receive this

recognition.

“It is a privilege to work alongside such an amazing team of skilled and compassionate individuals,” she said.

“The patients I serve, in addition to my AGH family, inspire me every day to continue to improve the health of our community. Without each and every one of them, our organization would not be able to provide the high quality care our community deserves.”

Other nominees included Allison Willey, RN, Amy Bohtling, RN, Kim

Richardson, RN and Wendi McDonough, BSN, RN, CPAN, CGRN. A subcommittee of the Professional Nurse Council selects the recipient from a pool of those nominated by fellow AGH associates and previous DAISY Award winners.

Esposito was nominated by multiple staff for going above and beyond in patient care, as well as taking pride in what she does. One of her nominations said, “she is the behind-the-scenes hero.”

“I love my AGH family,” she said. “My

goal has always been to keep costs to the organization down so that we are able to meet the needs of each of our patients.”

Esposito has been an essential part of AGH for 11 years and is described as always bringing new ideas while helping to reduce costs to ensure that the patients’ needs are met.

She will go above and beyond, no matter what effort it takes.

“Without excellent partners, techs, CNAs, MOAs, and support staff, we cannot be great nurses,” Wareing said.

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of the essence. The purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note or its assigns, shall pay interest at the rate of 3.75000% per annum on the unpaid portion of the purchase price from the date of sale to date of settlement. Real property taxes and assessments shall be adjusted to the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Ground rent, OF REAL PROPERTY water and/or sewer charges public or KNOWN AS NO. private, if any, shall be adjusted to 506 OCEAN PARKWAY the date of sale and assumed thereBERLIN, MD 21811 after by the purchaser. Cost of all CASE NUMBER documentary stamps and transfer C-23-CV-19-000081 taxes shall be paid by the purchaser.

Under and by virtue of the power Purchaser shall have the responsiof sale contained in a Deed of Trust bility of obtaining possession of the from Stacy L. McDaniel-Wesche, property.

In the event settlement is delayed recorded among the Land Records of for any reason , there shall be no Worcester County in Liber 6566, abatement of interest. If the purfolio 470, and Declaration of Substichaser defaults, the entire deposit is tution of Trustees recorded among forfeited.

The Substituted Trustees the aforementioned Land Records substituting Mark S. Devan, Thomas shall resell the property at the risk P. Dore, Brian McNair, and Angela and expense of the defaulting purNasuta as Substituted Trustees, the chaser. The defaulting purchaser Substituted Trustees will offer for shall be liable for the payment of any sale at public auction, at the Court- deficiency in the purchase price, all house Door, 1 West Market Street, costs and expenses of both sales, atSnow Hill, Maryland, 21863 on Mon- torney fees, all other charges due, and incidental and consequential day, July 29, 2019 at 11:00 AM: All that lot of ground and the im- damages. Defaulting purchaser also provements thereon situate in agrees to pay the Substituted Worcester County, State of Mary- Trustees’ attorney a fee of $350.00 in land, as described in the Deed of connection with the filing of a motion Trust recorded among the Land to resell.

In the event the Substituted Records of Worcester County, in Trustees do not convey title for any Liber 6566, folio 470, also being furreason, purchaser’s sole remedy is ther described in a Deed recorded among the Land Records of Worces- return of the deposit. The Purchaser ter County in Liber 6566, folio 466. shall have no further recourse The improvements thereon consist of against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. a dwelling.

The property will be sold in “AS The Substituted Trustees shall have IS” condition, subject to any existing the right to terminate this contract building violations, restrictions and in the event the Holder or its Seragreements of record. The purchaser vicer has entered into any agreeassumes all risks of loss for the prop- ment with, or accepted funds from, erty as of the date of sale. Neither the mortgagor. Upon termination of the Substituted Trustees nor their the contract, Purchaser’s sole remrespective agents, successors or as- edy shall be return of the deposit.

Mark S. Devan, Thomas P. Dore, signs make any representations or Brian McNair, and Angela Nasuta, warranties, either expressed or imSubstituted Trustees plied with respect to the property.

Tidewater Auctions, LLC The Substituted Trustees shall con(410) 825-2900 vey insurable title.

TERMS OF THE SALE: A de- www.tidewaterauctions.com OCD-7/11/3t posit in a form acceptable to the Sub- _________________________________ stituted Trustee in the amount of $30,000.00 will be required of the BWW Law Group, LLC purchaser, other than the Holder of 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 the Note or its assigns, at the time Rockville, MD 20852 and place of sale. Any amount ten(301) 961-6555 dered at sale in excess of the required deposit will be refunded and not applied to the purchase price.

Unless the purchaser is the Holder of the Note or its assigns, the balance OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY of the purchase price shall be paid IMPROVEMENTS THEREON immediately with available funds within ten (10) days of the final rat329 ROBIN DR., UNIT #201 ification of the sale by the Circuit A/R/T/A 329 EAGLE DR., Court for Worcester County. Time is UNIT #201 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Alba Law Group, P.A. 11350 McCormick Road Executive Plaza I, Suite 302 Hunt Valley, MD 21031 (443) 541-8600

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SUBSTITUTED TRUSTEES’ SALE

ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and described as Unit No. 201 in the “Coastal Bay Condominium” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust.

The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $8,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court.

There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

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

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Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated September 27, 2002 and recorded in Liber 3443, Folio 453 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $112,100.00, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for

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PAGE 61 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. 335361-1) 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-7/18/3t _________________________________ PETER S. BUAS, TRUSTEE WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON, L.L.P.

TRUSTEE’S SALE

OF VALUABLE RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM UNIT KNOWN AS Unit No. 9, in The Timberloft Townhouse Condominium, located at 122 Newport Bay Drive, Unit 9, Boat Slip 9, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Under and by virtue of an Order of the Worcester County Circuit Court dated June 5, 2019, in Case No. C-23-CV-19-000083, the undersigned Trustee will sell the following described property at public auction, to be held at: THE FRONT DOOR OF THE COURTHOUSE, CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY 1 WEST MARKET STREET SNOW HILL, MARYLAND 21863 ON AUGUST 1, 2019, AT 11:30 A.M. ALL that property, lying and being situate in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland, and being more particularly designated and distinguished as Condominium Unit No. 9, in “The Timberloft Townhouse Condominium”, 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, Mary-

PAGE 62 land, 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 following ratification of the sale, the deposit shall be forfeited and the property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. If the Trustee is unable to convey good and marketable title to the property, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser.

Ocean City Today / Public Notices 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 _________________________________ 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 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 PURCHASER. Adjustment of current

year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

Any deferred water and sewer charges that purports to cover or defray cost during construction of public water or wastewater facilities constructed by the developer and subject to an annual fee or assessment are to be paid by the purchaser to the lienholder and are a contractual obligation between the lienholder and each owner of this property, and is not a fee or assessment imposed by the county. Any right of prepayment or discount for early prepayment of water and sewer charges may be ascertained by contacting the lienholder. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale.

The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. Sub. Trustees will convey either marketable or insurable title. If they cannot deliver one or the other, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 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 _________________________________

JULY 19, 2019 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 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 19, 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

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Ocean City Today / Public Notices 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

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 _________________________________ 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 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 no-

tice, 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 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

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Ocean City Today / Public Notices

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 _________________________________ 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

NOTICE

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 _________________________________

NOTICE

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 _________________________________ RAYMOND C. SHOCKLEY ESQ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON PA 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE

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 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 _________________________________ 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

NOTICE

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 _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17893 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JAMES L. LAUBACH Notice is given that Gregory Laubach, 3 Savannah Court, Bethesda, MD 20817, was on July 09, 2019 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of James L. Laubach who died on January 15, 2019, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 9th day of 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.

Gregory Laubach 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 18, 2019 OCD-7/18/3t _________________________________

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Commentary

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Moon landing, then back to bad business Let’s go back to 1969 when everyone joined hands and danced by the light of the just-landed-on moon. On the other hand, let’s not.

As bad and divided as our politics are today, the thought of returning to a time when the nation found unity in the moon landing celebration has a tremendous amount of appeal. Except that 1969 was no better than it is now and, in some respects, was far worse.

Already growing opposition to the Vietnam War exploded late in the year when the public finally learned of the 1968 My Lai Massacre, when U.S. soldiers killed hundreds of Vietnamese civilians, mostly women, children and the elderly.

Days later, somewhere between 250,000-500,000 people marched on Washington, D.C. to protest the war.

The news media also was all over Democratic Sen. Ted Kennedy that year, after he drove off the Chappaquiddick Bridge near Martha’s Vineyard, resulting in the death of his passenger, young Mary Jo Kopechne.

Newly inaugurated President Richard Nixon introduced the country to “The Silent Majority” in 1969 to show that his administration had the full support of people who, apparently, didn’t express their support.

Meanwhile, the left-wing terrorist group, the Weathermen, began their campaign of bombings, shootings and sabotage, and California National Guard helicopters were called in to spray hundreds of protesters in Berkeley with a skin irritant.

Two things that year united the public briefly: the reaction to the devastation visited on the Gulf Coast in August by Hurricane Camille, a category five monster that still ranks as one of the worst of all time, and the lunar landing.

We could use a bright spot like the moon landing this year, it would seem, but our cynical side tends to believe that now, as it was then, we would be back to bad business as usual once the euphoria subsided.

It’s been 50 years this Saturday since that monumental day, and aside from all our technological advancements since then, we don’t seem to have learned much at all.

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Moon landing interrupted Fifty years ago this Saturday, I was somewhere off the west coast of Greenland learning that authority backed up by ignorance is like a watchdog who doesn’t know “sit.”

They both keep snarling at you because they don’t know what else to do.

That would be on board the Coast Guard Cutter Southwind, a 269-foot icebreaking beast that groaned By its way through pack ice to Stewart get to places no one wanted Dobson to go.

We were engaged in oceanographic research, which involved lowlevel rope-chokers like me being out on deck freezing while hoisting and lowering a thousand-pound underwater camera through the ice so scientists in a warm cabin somewhere could examine photos of the seldom seen something wiggly.

I figure it cost several hundred thousand dollars to haul these oceanographers up past the Arctic Circle to search for proof that wiggly somethings existed on the bottom of Baffin Bay, although how anything wiggled in water that cold is beyond me, considering that nothing was wiggling anywhere else.

The only fish we saw was a sculpin, which sounded to me like the title of a semi-high official during the French monarchy of the 1700s, as in, “Hey! You three musketeers!

Report to the Sculpin immediately.”

But regardless, whether you were scouring the bay bottom for signs of frolicking flatworms or the sculpin that apparently eat

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them, you were always burning daylight, as the arctic in July is the one place where you can’t say … “where the sun don’t shine.”

It more or less bobs around the horizon all 24 hours of the day until late August, when it rests for an hour before rising again.

To put it another way, if you were inclined to believe the earth really is flat, this would be a good place to begin looking for the edge.

On this particular day, July 20, 1969 at precisely 10:56:15 p.m., EDT, the sun was about 10 degrees above a horizon of white ice and blue sky, and everyone who was awake had seated themselves in the mess deck to listen to the lunar landing touchdown on the shortwave Armed Forces Radio Network.

Just as the critical moment arrived, in through the door came First Class Petty Officer Bill Doofus (not his real name), who also happened to be a first-class something else.

“What are you men doing?” he demanded.

“You,” he yelled in our direction, “Get back out on deck! This is a 24-hour operation. And anyone else who hasn’t got the duty, clear out!”

“But we’re listening to the moon landing,” someone said. “It’s historical, it’s an incredible achievement, it’s …”

Petty Officer Doofus summoned his vast understanding of this great human enterprise, this quest for knowledge and the unquenchable spirit of adventure that propelled us to this triumph.

“Moon? Yeah, right. Now clear out.”

Somewhere in the back, you could hear a voice mutter, “… where the sun don’t shine.”

Then as now, I swear it didn’t come from me.

Letters OP woman reflects on moon landing Editor, July 20, 1969! The whole world watched as Neal Armstrong stepped on the surface of the moon.

Fifty years ago, Americans celebrated together with the rest of the world. Every child wanted to be an astronaut. Thousands of American men and women worked tirelessly to pioneer new technologies that sent a manned spaceship from Earth to the moon and safely back home.

Families and friends were glued to the television from July 16 to July 24, 1969. No one wanted to miss the amazing Saturn 5 rocket ship liftoff in Cape Canaveral, Florida. What a thrill it was to see the huge engine flames forcing the rocket to rise up through the sky. We held our breath when each empty booster was jettisoned to propel the three astronaut pilots into outer space.

During the mission, we watched the tension and excitement of the men and women in Houston, Texas, as they spoke to the brave astronauts and described the complicated processes to everyone watching from Earth.

The world cheered when the Eagle

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landed safely on the moon. We laughed and clapped as Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin frolicked on the moon, collected samples, and posted the American flag.

Michael Collins piloted the command module, Columbia, and successfully docked with the Eagle Lunar Lander, bringing all three men safely home to splash down in the Pacific Ocean near Hawaii.

Celebrations and parades were held throughout the world to honor the brave men and women who made this historical journey possible.

Velcro, Tang, baby formula, freezedrying, space blankets, memory foam, Dust Busters, middle-ear implants and ear thermometers, Super Soaker toys, reduce-drag swimsuits, mobile phones and GoPro cameras, artificial limbs, and WWW – World-Wide Web are just a sample of the innovative products and discoveries that humans use every day.

All thanks to the American space program.

My prayer is that Americans will continue to be brave, accept the challenge to explore the unknown and stand united to help all nations thrive in peace and prosperity.

I hope you will take some time to remember and relive the most exciting and

happy time in American history. When humankind all stood together as one and declared, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind!”

Anna Foultz Ocean Pines

have expressed a desire to raise this policy to 20 percent of the operating budget.

However, excess reserves have exceeded 20 percent for four previous fiscal years. FY15 ended with a fund balance of 21.6 percent.

FY16 ended with a fund balance of 23.1 percent. FY17 ended with 25.7 percent and FY18 ended with 25.8 percent.

Each year, there is ample money in the reserves for periodic short-term borrowing.

If this ordinance is adopted, it will provide our elected officials with yet another opportunity to overspend and continue to overburden our property owners.

This line of credit will give our politicians easy access to funds to continue their out-of-control spending habits.

Furthermore, any new borrowing mechanism should be adopted by an amendment to the Town Charter, and not by an ordinance.

Finally, while the M&CC boast a healthy financial picture each year, they continue to overtax the property owners by at least 7 cents on the tax rate, but they always find ways to spend any excess funds.

Vincent dePaul Gisriel, Jr. Ocean City

Man criticizes OC Council ‘overspending’ history, habit Editor, The City Council of the Town of Ocean City voted unanimously to pass Ordinance 2019-12 on first reading.

Upon final passage scheduled for Aug. 5, this ordinance will provide the Mayor & City Council (M&CC) the authority to establish a line of credit with a local bank for up to $2.5 million.

Their intent is to provide a new tool for short term borrowing.

We have a M&CC that has a long history of overspending. They also have a long history of adopting annual budgets which overestimate expenses, and underestimate revenues.

The M&CC continue to end each fiscal year with excess unassigned fund balances or reserves, well above the written policy of 15 percent of the operating budget.

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County approves road resurfacing projects Commissioners seek bids for nearly 12 street miles updated with slurry seal

By Elizabeth Bonin Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) The Worcester County Commissioners approved the Department of Public Works Roads Division request to solicit bids for bituminous concrete to resurface 11.45 miles of county roads with what is known as “slurry seal.”

The county, which has $1 million

budgeted for road surfacing materials, will receive on Aug. 12. The project is expected to be completed by Nov. 27.

Commissioner Joseph Mitrecic moved to approve the request and Commissioner Bud Church seconded the motion.

Mitrecic asked Public Works Director John Tustin how they made out with slurry seal in previous projects. Tustin replied that overall, the slurry seal worked well.

“The application itself, the resi-

dents were not happy with,” Tustin said. “As time goes on, you get traffic on it, it looks like a blacktop road. We were very successful.”

Harold Higgins, Chief Administrative Officer, confirmed that the main complaint from residents is that the slurry seal takes at least a week to settle.

“It’s a rough surface to begin with,” Tustin said. “It’s not real pretty for the first week or so.”

Tustin referenced the resurfacing on Friendship Road that was rough

for a while, but changed and settled to be much better. Because of this, he believes the slurry seal is worthwhile.

Bid proposals must be marked “Blacktop Bid” in the lower, left hand corner to the Office of the County Commissioners on 1 W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863.

Forms are also available at the office or online at www.co.worcester.md.us.

Anyone with questions can contact Roads Superintendent Frank Adkins from 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at 410-632-4444.

Discharging fireworks banned in Ocean City Unlike most of Md., town also prohibits sparklers designated ground-based

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Although numerous resort visitors look to add some spark to their beach vacation by setting off fireworks on the beach or elsewhere in Ocean City, Deputy Fire Marshal Ryan Whittington said local regulations prohibit such activities.

“Personal fireworks within the Town of Ocean City are not permitted,” he said. “The only thing residents and visitors can use are novelty items, such as sparklers and snap pops.”

Even without the increased danger associated with launching fireworks skyward, Whittington advised exercising caution with less intense items, such as sparklers.

Sparklers can heat up to over 1200 degrees and with that can cause burn injuries,” he said. “We want folks to not let their kids run around with sparklers.”

Unlike elsewhere state, groundbased sparklers are also banned at the beach, Whittington said.

“Those are permitted to be used generally around Maryland, including Worcester County, but some mu-

nicipalities … make other ordinances that you can’t use them,” he said. “In the Town of Ocean City, you can’t use ground-based sparklers.”

Widely available at Maryland retailers, ground-based sparklers emit showers of sparks in the air.

“We do find folks that bring them over but unfortunately you cannot use those in town,” he said.

More intense fireworks that shoot high in the air are prohibited statewide, Whittington said.

“In Maryland, those cannot be purchased and used anywhere in the state,” he said. “If folks decide to bring those to Ocean City and discharge them, they can receive a citation.”

Possessing fireworks with the intent to discharge is also considered a misdemeanor, with fines up to $250 per incident, Whittington said.

“The town has taken a lot of effort to educate folks so that they’re aware of it,” he said.

To that end, Whittington said rules and regulations signs are placed at every street end beach entrance.

“Folks just tend to walk by and miss those rules and regulations, but it is there for everyone’s safety to know that you cannot discharge them,” he said.

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“Sometimes we do get referred to as the ‘fun police,’” he said. “The reality of it is fireworks can cause damage such as the dune grasses catching fire, trash cans catching fire, or a firework falling over into a crowd of people and injuring them.”

Eyesight damage and loss of extremities are also potential perils when discharging fireworks, Whittington said.

“That’s why we always encourage folks to leave the fireworks to the professionals,” he said.

The resort does provide weekly firework displays downtown and at Northside Park throughout the summer, Whittington said.

Lastly, as an alternative to illegal use of fireworks on the beach, Whittington said the resort does issue permits for bonfires on the sands.

“That’s why we encourage folks to do is have a safe bonfire on the beach,” he said. “Fireworks are dangerous and that’s why we don’t allow people to use them.”

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Worcester investigators find one of two burglary suspects

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) The Worcester Bureau of Investigation has identified Dustin Kyle Vass, 32, of Salisbury, as one of two suspects involved in a burglary and an assault that occurred in Whaleyville, on June 28.

“Vass is currently being held without bond at the Worcester County Detention Center,” a press release said.

Vass has a slew of charges against him: • Burglary — first, third and fourth degree • Theft — $1,500 to under $25,000 • Assault —first degree Vass and his partner are accused of breaking into a home on the 7000 block of Whaleyville Road. The home-

owner was injured during the burglary, and was taken to the Peninsula Regional Medical Center.

The victim has since been discharged Dustin Kyle Vass from the hospital, and is in stable condition.

Investigators are still in search of Vass’ partner and their getaway car, which was an older white Ford Escape SUV. Anyone with information on the case is asked to contact the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office or the Worcester Bureau of Investigations at 410632-1111. For anonymous tips, call Crime Solvers of the Lower Eastern Shore at 410-548-1776.

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Car flips over after crash on 59th Street and Coastal Hwy

By Josh Kim Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Two cars were totaled, with one flipped upside down, in a crash Monday that occurred in the southbound lane Coastal Highway at 59th Street.

“One individual was transported to Atlantic General Hospital from the accident scene,” said Ashley Miller, OCPD

deputy communications manager.

The accident, involving a red Toyota SUV and a silver Ford SUV, took place around 1:29 p.m. Ocean City police closed parts of the road for an hour, but left one lane open to continue the flow of traffic.

The crash was still under investigation at midweek, and further information was not available.

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Donate to Toys for Tots at Jolly Roger in OC (July 19, 2019) Jolly Roger Amusements will celebrate Christmas in July with the First State Detachment Marine Corps League in support of the Toys for Tots program.

Events scheduled for Wednesday, July 24, include Santa at The Pier (1-5 p.m.), Armondo and Marcello from Circus Smile at the Pier (2-3 p.m.), Dastardly Dave the Pirate at the Pier (3 p.m.), Lollipop the Elf at the Pier (4-6 p.m.), Toys for Tots and Marine Corps

Reserve at the Pier (6-9 p.m.), Santa at Speedworld on 30 Street (6-10 p.m.), Special Holiday Editions of Circus Smile at 30th Street (5-9:30 p.m.), Pirate Theatre Christmas Shows at 30th Street (7:30 and 8:45 p.m.) and Lollipop the Elf at 30th Street (7:30-9:30 p.m.).

Events on tap for Thursday, July 25, include Santa at Speedworld on 30th Street (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.), Toys for Tots and Marine Corps Reserve front of park and Speedworld (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.), Lol-

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Moon landing memories: where they were Continued from Page 1 The single greatest human achievement in the history of the planet occurred on that day at 10:56:15 p.m.

EDT, when Neil Armstrong "stepped down from the ladder on the Eagle Lunar Module and became the first person to set foot on another astronomical body.

For many people of a certain age, this was one of those rare instances when they recall where they were and what they were doing at the time Armstrong declared, “The Eagle has Landed.

Here are some of those recollections.

Marlene Ott, Realtor My husband, late husband, and I, he had just gotten out of the Navy in Germany. We come to Ocean Pines and he became an original Boise salesman. We were here in the area and I recall it was pretty exciting and awesome. Everyone was in awe of what was going on.

At the time, I had two young daughters. One was three and the other was a couple months old. The three-year old was fascinated in the front of the television. We came from Germany and they didn’t have television. They had limited German programming. She could see everything going on. She was just glued to the TV. Debbie Bennington, Realtor I was in Montgomery, Alabama on vacation with my parents. We were visiting my aunt and uncle and there were about 12 of us surrounding a little TV. We were eating boiled peanuts. I just remember everyone being excited and glued to the TV. Everyone was jumping up and down. Most of all, I remember the boiled peanuts. I remember my mom saying, ‘Don’t ever forget this moment.”

Bernie Flax, Realtor I would’ve been in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. I was in school, probably middle school. I remember we watched on black and white television that you could barely see. It’s just hard to believe that they were on the moon. I remember a few days later, all the talk about how it wasn’t really a lunar landing and they did a production in Hollywood. I remember my parents talking ‘This

may not have happened,’ but history has proved that it did.”

Bud Church, Worcester County Commissioner “I know I was sitting in front of my tv set with my family, and I was wondering if it was real or if they’d put people on the moon. It was a very exciting time. I didn’t believe we were actually going to the moon, if they were going to make it home. I know my parents were with me. My dad flew in the air force and he was very excited about it.

I remember him talking about that he couldn’t believe they were putting men on the moon. He didn’t think he’d see it in his lifetime. I didn’t think I’d see it in my lifetime. When they were lifting off to come home, it was even more exciting than when they landed.

Linda Moran, Realtor I graduated high school in 1966, so I would’ve been working for the government then, Department of Labor. I know I remember seeing it on the TV. I guess I would’ve been at home. It was really cool. My husband said his father had some 8-by-10 color pictures of it.

He told his friends his father took them like he was on the moon. That was a long time ago.

Joe Moore, attorney I was 26 years old. I was in basic training at Fort Gordon Georgia in military police school. We were in a barrack and our first sergeant, Sgt. Hembry, picked out two squad leaders and he said, ‘If you boys want to come to my home, we can watch the moon landing.’”

The two of us went with Sgt. Hembry. He opened his refrigerator and there were plenty of beers, which was a real treat because in basic training normally you spent your night in the barrack So we actually watched the moon landing and I’ve never forgotten it. It was remarkable then and of course it’s remarkable now. I saw a message either on a website or somewhere that said the combined computers that they used to put a man on the moon has less intel than the average iPhone has today.

As a footnote I was a Phi Delta at Maryland and Neil Armstrong was Phi

Delta.

He was in, I think, Indiana. And he actually took a small Phi Delta Theta flag to the moon with him. I remember it like it was yesterday because it was such a significant event.

Dennis Dare, Ocean City Councilman I was 20 years old and I was in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. I was at the corner of Second Street and Christian Avenue. I worked at Henlopen Hotel as a waiter.

I didn’t have to go into work until 4 and we’d had a thunderstorm in the afternoon.

The streets were flooded and a bunch of us were messing around swimming in the intersection. Some girls that lived on the intersection came out and said, “Hey you guys, there’s men on the moon, you come in and watch it.”

We went inside and we had the rabbit ears … and Channel 16 in Salisbury.

We watched it and said, ‘Yeah, that’s something else,’ and went back out messing around like we were.

Joe Kroart, art gallery owner I was just out of college, in my early 20s and a school teacher, [of] science and art. What really struck me is the danger.

First off, the challenge ... for we as a country to do great things and this was a great thing that was thought about for centuries, and here we were going to do it.

Great risk and great courage for the person doing it but also courage for thousands and thousands of people that were instrumental in making that a success.

I watched that with my students. We discussed the dangers. Any little thing … of the hundreds of thousands of things could have gone wrong and, if it did, then it would be disaster. We found that out on other space missions when that happened, but this one worked.

Mary Knight, Ocean City Councilwoman I was a teenager and my dad was at work but my mother and I anxiously watched it on a black and white TV. It was exhilarating, especially when [Neil Armstrong] planted the flag. I felt

pride, I felt hope, I felt so many emotions that we as the … United States of America had accomplished it. I think we all remember it vividly.

My dad worked for Martin Marietta ; he was their photographer. He was very involved with taking pictures of rocket launches so I even had more of an affinity for it because of his involvement and bringing home pictures of the rocket launches and giving us additional information.

Rick Meehan, Ocean City mayor I was maybe 19. The first man that we landed on the moon, I remember it very distinctly because I was working down here and it was a busy July, late afternoon or evening. That I don’t remember.

Nobody had TVs, this was 1969. We didn’t have TVs where we were staying downtown. We had these friends, Michelle and Patti Patrick, and their parents had a townhouse, I think, on 25th Street right off the Boardwalk and they had a TV. Instead of being out on the Boardwalk, or partying like everyone else was, there were a group of us and we wanted to watch this event we knew would be historic.

Back in those days to walk on the moon … that was a space issue. That was something you’d been thinking about since you were a little kid. We all went over to Michelle and Patti Patrick’s townhouse and their parents invited us over.

They had a TV in the family room and we all went in there and watched it.

We were shocked that so many people were still out walking on the Boardwalk and doing other things when this event was taking place.

Butch Arbin, Beach Patrol captain I remember staying up late that night and watching it on black and white TV and I actually took a Polaroid picture of the TV with it on with my parents. I was a kid. I hadn’t started living in Ocean city yet. It was in the ’60s. I was probably 13.

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Moon landing memories: where they were Continued from Page 70 center so I work with NASA. I actually applied to be — when they had the teacher in space program — I actually went through that whole process to apply to do that.

I know for a fact how much the space race and the landing on the moon meant and I have actually spent time with one of the astronauts that walked on the moon, Buzz Aldrin.

Kristin Joson, Beach Patrol I was four years old living in Waldorf, Maryland, and I remember rushing in a very excited way over to my neighbors’ and we were all on the couch watching the moon landing, first steps on the moon really. And it was a black and white television and it was a really big deal. It was very exciting, and to be able to remember that when you’re four years old is pretty amazing, but it’s a vivid memory.

Ward Kovacs, Beach Patrol I was living with my family in Towson, Maryland, and I remember the whole family was perched on my parent’s bed staring at a very small black and white TV screen. That’s mostly what I remember. I was born in 1962.

Debbie Sutton, retailer I was in Little Rock, Arkansas. I was 14 years old. So we all gathered around.

We had a really long sofa and a really long television console that had the radio and the record player in it and the

drawers that opened up. And we just sat and watched it. It was very impressive.

It was unreal that we were able to do something like that. It was surreal.

Cindy Cornine, artist I remember enough about it that it was a big deal. I was in the living room when the TV was on, and I remember there was a big discussion between my parents about it coming on, and you heard it all the time in between commercials, they were going to advertise it. And Walter Cronkite, he was crazy cool. He was like the only person at the moment doing the major interviewing and discussion and dialogue and he did it all. Why I remember it so distinctly is because you’re just glued to it, and it was big. I was young, I was 11. Watching the ascension to when [they] actually [stepped] onto the moon and put up the flag. It was great, it was great.

John Talbott, Realtor I was an agent with Boise Cascade at Ocean Pines. I was with a group of fellow agents and we were listening to the events as they occurred on the radio. It was during the day, I don’t remember the time, but that was where I was. How old was I then? About 31, I guess.

Steve Habeger, Ocean Pines Election Committee chairman We were in our apartment at Dahlgren, Virginia and some close friends of ours from college had been very recently married and we were at

their wedding and all that. They went on a honeymoon in the Poconos and it rained torrentially, and they sat there and said, “This isn't fun, let's go visit Steve and Kathy.”

They came down to spend their honeymoon in our apartment which was [tiny]. We sat there and watched the moon landing in black and white TV. I remember it as clear as though it was yesterday.

Bob Windsor, Ocean Pines Elections Committee I had just returned from vacation in Deep Creek Lake and was with my family. We watched it and we were having a torrential downpour and there were a lot of people who thought the moon landing was causing the bad weather.

Sharyn O’Hare, Realtor I would have been 22. I was home in Chicago because I graduated from college. Since Kennedy said we were going to the moon, it had always been my dream. My secret dream would have been to be an astronaut. Of course, I get sick on Ferris Wheels, so I knew I couldn't do that.

It was an amazing accomplishment for mankind. It brought the world together because everyone was watching.

I was proud to be an American.

Herb Fogleman, Berlin Nursing Home activity aide I was working at nursing home outside of Hershey, [Pennsylvania]. And it was the third shift. It was after midnight. I think it was after midnight. The main thing I remember is seeing him land. Then I had to get back to work. He got out and walked around and I watched that and then someone rang a bell and I had to go answer it.

It was history.

Athelene Ashby, nursing home resident I was at home in a little town called Austinsville, [Virginia]. Daddy made a big deal about it. You had to know the time. We landed on the moon … and my father said when they showed the picture of them walking on the moon … that’s not real. They just got a picture with a big board behind it. That’s what he told everybody. As a child you believed it.

Robert Banks, nursing home resident We were in White Plains, [New York] putting down a hardwood floor.

My brother and I had a company. We didn’t think they could go that far and achieve what they wanted to, you know.

But they made it, and they proclaimed that we are here. We are on the moon and … they were hopping around.

I do remember they scooped up some material to bring back, the moon dust or whatever … It was great. Sure, sure because we were in a race with the Soviets, and we wanted to be the first and we were the first.

It was really something to listen to, because we didn’t have TV in the room.

It was a local [radio] station, but they were patched in from the major station but it was really something make you sit back and look and listen and think .

Betty Jester, nursing home resident On Baltimore Avenue in Ocean City.

The neighbors came in and we all just sat around … and when it did [the landing], everybody yelled. I thought it was great.

David Bradford, nursing home resident I was on a chicken farm in Salisbury.

I watched it on TV. Just to me it was a regular day.

Dolores Kenny, nursing home resident I was home sitting on the sofa feeding the baby in Exton, Pennsylvania. I was so excited, but I was afraid for the astronaut. I thought he was going to go through and we’d never see him again.

I thought he was going to just go through the moon. I did.

Carol Alex, nursing home volunteer We lived in New York at that time and we were watching it on our television with our two kids on Long island, New York. It was exciting. Very exciting.

It was something we never even thought we would ever see in our lifetime.

And it was black-and-white television. So you didn’t see. Obviously, I didn’t think there was any color up there, but still.

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Engine trouble sends plane to ocean landing Continued from Page 1 Tuesday about 6:15 p.m.

Ocean City Police Spokesperson Ashley Miller said Deihl was examined for injuries at the scene and did not require a hospital visit.

“The pilot was released by paramedics at the scene,” she said.

The Maryland State Police, which are handling the preliminary investigation, said in a press release Deihl had departed from Reedville and intended to touch down at the Ocean City Municipal Airport in West Ocean City.

The State Police were summoned by initial responders with OCPD and

the Ocean City Beach Patrol, with the Department of Natural Resources, Maryland Natural Resources Police, U.S. Coast Guard, National Transportation Safety Board and Federal Aviation Administration officials also notified after the incident.

Miller said a tractor was enlisted to pull the plane wreckage from the surf “It was a little rough getting it out,” she said. “By 8:30 we had it out of the water and took it up to 30th Street to remove it from the beach.”

State Police said Deihl was about a mile offshore when the airplane engine began to falter and he decided to glide to a landing on the water just

offshore.

Ocean City resident Matt Kroh was relaxing on the sands near 78th Street Tuesday evening when the mechanically troubled plane came into sight.

“I was sitting on the beach looking at the water and I heard a low flying plane,” he said. “I looked up and it was right above me.”

As the unsettling visual came into focus, Kroh quickly recognized the

situation.

“I could hear the engines sputtering and saw gray smoke pouring out,” he said. “I knew it didn’t look good.”

After losing sight of the aircraft, Kroh said he heard an array of fire alarms sounding off a short time later and ultimately learned the pilot had executed an emergency landing.

State Police said the investigation is continuing.

Tower installation rescheduled Continued from Page 1 cardo Toto said in a statement issued in May the 328-foot tall meteorological tower would be installed within the firm’s approved Wind Energy Area to collect raw wind data at a height comparable to the turbines reach.

Last March, U.S. Wind announced similar plans to install a meteorological tower that August, but subsequently scuttled the start date to avoid conflicting with numerous an-

nual fishing tournaments.

Now, history appears to be repeating, with McGean noting the tower installation would again be pushed back until after the annual White Marlin Open, scheduled for Aug. 5-9.

“It takes as least 13 days to transport [and] it is not here yet,” he said.

“It will definitely start after the White Marlin Open.”

Once work commences, McGean said the tower installation would be wrapped up within two weeks.

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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.

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.

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Four hurt in boat crash on Sinepuxent Bay

By Rachel Ravina Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Two adults and two children were injured in a boat crash Tuesday evening on the Sinepuxent Bay, the U.S. Coast Guard reported.

A Coast Station Ocean City crew on a 24-foot Special Purpose Craft Shallow Water responded to a report of the two-vessel wreck from a good Samaritan around 5:20 p.m. near the Marsh Harbor Marina.

Petty Officer First Class Stephen Lehmann said the collision was between pontoon boat and a Jet ski. He added there were 22 people on the vessels – two people on the Jetski and 20 on the pontoon boat, including two children.

The circumstances leading up to the collision and the extent of the passengers’ injuries were unclear.

Lehmann said the injured parties were taken to the Ocean City Coast

Guard Station on South Philadelphia Avenue, where emergency medical services personnel were standing by.

“One good thing to come out of this was that all the children aboard had their life jackets on,” Petty Officer Second Class Jonathan Zanoni said in a statement. “It could have been much worse.”

Children under 13 years old are required to wear life jackets while on a recreational vessel less than 21 feet

long. The state law went into effect in April 2010 and applies to several types of boats including motorboats, sailboats, canoes, kayaks, and rowboats.

“We do encourage everyone that’s going to be on or around the water to wear a life jacket just for instances like this because the water can be a very uncertain place, and uncertain things can happen, as we saw in this case,” Lehmann said.

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) Mckayla Myers, 24, of West Decatur, Pennsylvania was arrested for second-degree assault, reckless endangerment and child abuse last Thursday just after 3 a.m.

Police responding to a report of an assault at a motel in the 200 block of 25th Street said a woman claimed her fiancé, Myers, had assaulted her three-year-old son.

The woman said Myers had spanked the child multiple times earlier in the day for not listening, with police noting bruises on the boy.

The woman said later that evening Myers wanted to visit a bar, but she declined and remained in the motel room with her son.

About 2:20 a.m. the woman told police Myers returned from consuming alcohol and an argument ensued.

The victim told police Myers choked her before pushing her face down on the bed and punching her

head.

Managing to break free, the woman said she snatched her son and began running away while Myers trailed close behind.

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Remembering USS Massachusetts battleship

By Sam Ghaleb Contributing Writer (July 19, 2019) Eighty year ago, tomorrow, the keel of the battleship USS Massachusetts was laid. It was launched on Sept. 23, 1941, and commissioned on May 12, 1942. The Massachusetts was one of the “South Dakota” class battleships, which included the USS South Dakota (BB-57), USS Indiana (BB-58), USS Massachusetts (BB-59), and USS Alabama (BB60).

USS Massachusetts was ordered on Dec. 15, 1938, and her construction was led by the Bethlehem Steel Corporation at the Fore River Shipyard in Quincy, Massachusetts. When commissioned, Capt. Francis E. M. Whiting was in command. USS Massachusetts was affectionately known as “Big Mamie” by her crew, over the course of her short ocean-going career.

Following the attack on Pearl Harbor, the United States Navy was given major funding to construct all new classes of surface warships and submarines as well as pursue new aircraft designs to pursue the war against the Japanese Empire.

The South Dakota-class ships were dimensionally larger, with similar gun layouts as the North Carolina-class. The South Dakota-class utilized the same uniformed nine-gun 16-inch main battery, but included better armoring and was of a more compact design. The class also featured a single smoke funnel as opposed to the North Carolinaclass’ twin funnel approach.

The USS Massachusetts had a standard displacement of 35,600 tons. Fully loaded, her displacement was 44,374 tons, with a length of 681 feet, a beam of 108 feet and a draught of 29 feet. Her steam turbines generated 130,000 horsepower, driving four shafts.

This allowed for speeds of 27 knots to be reached in ideal conditions with an operational range of 15,000 nautical miles at 15 knots. The ship carried a crew of more than 2,000 officers and men in wartime.

The nine 16-inch/45 caliber Mark 6 guns were housed in three 3-gun turrets. This was augmented by secondary armament of 20 5-inch/38 caliber Dual-Purpose (DP) guns. Her air defense armament ultimately consisted of 60 40mm Bofors anti-aircraft (AA) cannons in 15 four-gunned turrets, and 40 20mm Oerlikon AA gun systems.

She also carried a pair of Vought OS2U Kingfisher floatplane aircraft — launched by onboard catapult and recovered by crane — that provided an over-the-horizon capability useful in spotting enemy ships, submarines, or in assisting in ranging for the primary battery.

Of all the battleships in U.S. Navy service during World War II, it was USS Massachusetts that fired the first 16inch shells (as well as the last) of the conflict.

Her first assignment was in the Atlantic as she took part in “Operation Torch,” the Allied landings in North Africa. The USS Massachusetts, on Oct. 24, 1942, was to become Adm. H. Kent Hewitt’s flagship during the Allied landings in North Africa. North Africa, at that time, was under the control of the Vichy French Government, which was not pro-Allies.

Early in the morning, on Nov. 8, a U.S. naval task force was assembled off the beaches of Casablanca, Morocco.

Lying off the city, the USS Massachusetts, the heavy cruisers USS Tuscaloosa and the USS Wichita, and four destroyers came under fire from four 7.6 in guns and four 5.4 in guns in the El Hank shore battery. And so the

Naval Battle of Casablanca began.

The U.S. warships responded by shelling Jean Bart, an incomplete French battleship of the Richelieu-class, which was forced to sail from SaintNazaire France in May 1940 to escape advancing German forces. When engaged, Jean Bart had only one of her two quadruple turrets installed, the other having its guns lost to a German U-boat torpedo attack while in shipment from France.

The Massachusetts began firing early that morning at a range of more than 24,000 yards. She continued firing for almost one and a half hours. A total of nine full broadsides were fired, with five 16- inch rounds hitting the Jean Bart, one disabling her only operational turret. Other salvos struck docks and merchant ships in the harbor, sinking two.

With the help of the heavy cruiser Tuscaloosa, the Massachusetts next targeted French destroyers that left the harbor trying to attack U.S. ships. In the gun battle, she sank the destroyers Fougueux and Boulonnais, as well as the light cruiser Primauguet. She also shelled the shore batteries, and hit an ammunition dump.

During the battle Massachusetts was hit twice by the battery at El Hank, but sustained only superficial damage. By the end of the engagement, she had fired 786 of the 800 rounds of 16-inch ammunition she carried, or 98 percent of her total magazine capacity. She then returned to the United States after the French signed a cease fire with the United States on Nov. 12.

Massachusetts’ next assignment was at Nouméa, New Caledonia, in the Pacific. She arrived there on March 4, 1943. For the next few months, she operated in the South Pacific, protecting convoy traffic and supporting opera-

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From Nov. 19-21, she sailed with an aircraft carrier battle group, striking Makin and Tarawa in the Gilbert Islands. On Dec. 8, 1943, the Massachusetts along with five other modern fast battleships (Indiana, North Carolina, South Dakota, Washington, and Alabama), bombarded Nauru Island, an enemy phosphate-producing center, destroying and causing severe damage to shore installations there.

The Navy now moved steadily across the Pacific with its “Island Hopping Campaign.” On Jan. 30, 1944, during “Operation Flintlock” — the invasion of the Marshall Islands — Massachusetts bombarded Kwajalein, and covered the landings there on Feb. 1. And on Feb. 17, 1943, while operating with a carrier battle group, she struck the Japanese stronghold at Truk. That raid inflicted heavy damage on Japanese aircraft and naval forces that also proved to be a Continued on Page 79

OBITUARIES WAYNE E. TRUITT Berlin Wayne E. Truitt, 70, of Ironshire, Maryland, was called home to God on July 12, 2019 surrounded by his family.

He served his community as a Worcester County bus driver, farmer and poultry farmer for 41 years.

He is survived by his wife, Della “Ann” Wayne Truitt Truitt of 51 years; his girls and their husbands(his sons), Cindy Bonnaville (Sonny), Stephanie Drimal (Rob) and Tammie Mitchell (Robert Colflesh); his grandbabies, Kristy Willey (Cody Sr.), T.J. Riley (Ashley), Allison Brewton, Ryan Wayne Drimal, Tara Bonnaville (Jimmy), Keli Drimal, Katie Clogg (Kyle), and Bryon Moore (Lois); and his great-grandbabies, Cody Jr., Rylee, Luke, Caroline, Gaven, Kiera, Karly, Emma, Leaha, Maggie, Kailei and Kai. He was blessed with two brothers, Tommy (Linda) and Mike, and a sister, Carol Lewis (Doug).

He was met at the gates by his parents, Edward and Myrtle Truitt; his son, Richard Wayne Truitt; and his grandsons, John Thomas, Thomas David and Mikey Mitchell.

A funeral service was held on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin, Maryland.

Interment followed the service at Riverside Cemetery in Libertytown Maryland.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to: Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, SalContinued on Page 79

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WORLD WAR II Continued from Page 78 stunning blow to Japanese morale.

On Feb. 21-22, 1944, she helped fight off a heavy air attack on her carrier task group while the group’s aircraft attacked the Mariana Islands. On April 22, the ship covered the invasion of Hollandia, New Guinea. On May 1, she bombarded Ponape Island. On Oct. 10, 1944, Massachusetts escorted carriers during an air strike on Okinawa, Japan, and then conducted a similar mission as the aircraft struck Formosa, between Oct. 12 and 14, The Massachusetts’ next mission was in support of the landings at Leyte Gulf in the Philippine Islands. She was attached to Adm. Halsey’s Third Fleet, Task Force 38, which comprised all the fast attack carriers.

On Oct. 25, she participated in the Battle of Cape Engaño and acted as an escort to aircraft carriers. During this battle, four Japanese carriers were sunk. On Dec. 14, 1944, she bombarded Manila, Luzon, Philippine Islands. The Massachusetts then survived sailing through Typhoon Cobra, which struck on Dec. 18. She had one sailor injured

OBITUARIES Continued from Page 78 isbury, Maryland 21802.

Letters of condolence may be sent to the family at www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

ELIZABETH STOCK MAKOWSKE Berlin Elizabeth Stock Makowske, age 70, died Monday, July 8, 2019, at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury.

Born in Baltimore, she was the daughter of the late George and Catherine Reinisch Stock.

She is survived by her husband of 48 E. Makowske years, Raymond Theodore Makowske.

Also surviving is a brother,, George Stock, of Essex and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Makowske received her PhD in Psychology from Catholic University in Washington, D.C. She was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church. She was an avid reader, loved to travel and enjoyed playing poker with family and friends.

Elizabeth loved her numerous pet dogs and enjoyed volunteering at the Worcester County Humane Society.

A mass of Christian Burial was held on Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Ocean City. Rev. John Solomon officiated.

Interment will be in Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery in Baltimore at a later date. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

Massachusetts off Boston in 1942

and lost her two observation floatplanes.

The Third Fleet was not so lucky: one heavy cruiser was heavily damaged, three destroyers were lost, and by some estimates 700 planes were lost or damaged.

Between Dec. 30, 1944 and Jan. 23, 1945, the Massachusetts escorted strikes on Formosa and supported the landings at Lingayen, Luzon by firing her 16-inch main battery at Japanese strongholds and beach fortifications.

Her group also struck Iwo Jima by air for the invasion of that island. And between Feb. 10 and March 3 ,1945, the Massachusetts guarded aircraft carriers as their aircraft struck the Japanese home island of Honshu.

On March 17, off Kyushu, Japan, she fired her guns to ward off a Japanese air

attack on her group, downing several aircraft. Between late March and April and then again in June, she operated in the vicinity of Okinawa during “Operation Iceberg” — the invasion of the island of Okinawa in the Ryukyu chain, where she fought off many air and Kamikaze attacks.

On July 1, the Massachusetts sailed with the Third Fleet on its way to Japan.

After guarding carriers launching strikes against Tokyo, Japan, she bombarded Kamaishi, a major steel production center, in northern Honshu on July 14. In late July, she bombarded the industrial complex at Hamamatsu in central Honshu. On Aug. 9, she bombarded Kamaishi once again. It was here that the Massachusetts launched what was probably the last 16-inch shell fired in combat in World War II.

After the war, the Massachusetts sailed for Puget Sound for overhaul on Sept. 1, arriving Sept. 15. She departed Jan. 28 1946 for operations off the California coast, until leaving San Francisco, California, for Hampton Roads.

She arrived there on April 22, 1946.

She was decommissioned on March 27, 1947 to enter the Atlantic Reserve Fleet at Norfolk, Virginia, and was stricken from the Naval Vessel Register on June 1, 1962.

From 1962 to 1965, the citizens of Massachusetts raised funds to save the battleship from being scrapped. The Navy formally donated the battleship to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in 1965. She is preserved as a museum in Battleship Cove, Fall River, Massachusetts.

Not a single sailor or Marine was ever lost in combat during her five-year career in World War II. For her service during the war, the Massachusetts earned many awards: The American Campaign Medal; The EuropeanAfrican-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal; The Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal; The World War II Victory Medal; The Navy Occupation Medal, with “ASIA” clasp; The Philippine Presidential Unit Citation; and the Philippine Liberation Medal.

In all, the USS Massachusetts earned 11 battle stars for her distinguished service in World War II. Next week: Enigma

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The new turf field for Stephen Decatur High School is expected to be completed by the end of July.

Little league teams win even more All-Star baseball, softball squads compete for state, regional titles this weekend

By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) The Berlin Little League All-Star teams have done well this season, capturing four district titles and two state championships, and most of the squads are still competing.

Major Softball: The Major Softball League team won district and state titles this season and will now compete in the regional tournament.

“The girls are really excited, but nervous at the same time,” Coach Katie Griffin said. “I just told the girls we are already champions and every game we get to play in Connecticut will be a bonus.

“I just want them to have fun and enjoy the experience,” she continued.

The squad will take on a team from New York in the first round of the regional tournament in Bristol, Connecticut, this Saturday. Game time is 6 p.m.

Some regional tournament games will be televised.

Intermediate: The Berlin Intermediate team, comprised of boys ages 11-13, is currently undefeated as the group prepares for the regional tournament, which kicks off Friday.

“We have a real great team,” Coach Barb Kohut said. “They’ve all known each other for a long time. We are looking forward to regionals because we have great kids who are great athletes.”

The Berlin team, which is district and state champs, will face New Hampshire Little League in Dix Hills, New York, on Friday, July 19, in firstround competition at 5 p.m.

9-10 League: The 9-10 All-Star team’s winning streak is going strong as the district champs, undefeated 5-0, are now competing in the state tournament in Baltimore.

“They’re doing great,” Coach Ron Calloway said. “Their defense and pitching is going really well.”

Last Saturday, the team won its first district title with a 3-0 win over Capital City Little League in Fruitland.

Berlin took out Brunswick Little League out of Frederick in the state semifinals on Tuesday, 4-3.

“It was a total team effort,” Calloway said. “Daylen Linton pitched five innings, only allowing one hit and one run while striking out 10. We came in from behind and this team has a lot of will … they never give up.”

The state championship was scheduled to take place on Friday in Baltimore at 5:30 p.m.

Juniors League: The 12-14 Junior League team cap-

tured the district title last Friday, with an 11-0 shutout over East Wicomico in Salisbury.

“We have a talented group of young men with a great lineup and great pitching,” Coach Kris Mandley said. “Stephen Wade pitched 61 pitches for a complete-game shutout.”

The squad’s first district game was against East Wicomico on Wednesday, July 10, in Berlin. Berlin won 133.

“I’m completely excited for states,” Mandley said. “And with the character of these kids, they are mentally prepared for this weekend.”

The team’s first state game will take place on Saturday, July 20, against Frederick Little League in Waldorf at 10 a.m.

If Berlin wins, the team will play again at 4 p.m. If the boys lose on Saturday they will compete on Sunday.

11-12 League: The 11-12 Berlin All-Star team had a good run, but lost to Fruitland in Berlin on Sunday, 6-4.

The team defeated Delmar in Berlin, 10-0, last Friday during the semifinals, but lost in the district championship.

“Baseball is a game of failure,” Coach Derrick Berzonski said. “I’ve lived through it several times so I told those kids this: ‘The loss of the game you will remember, but the emotions will fade. The excitement from goof-

By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) The Stephen Decatur High School turf field is expected to be completed on time for 2019 fall sports season, according to Facilities Planner Joe Price.

Price provided an update regarding the installation of the new turf field to the Worcester County Public School Board of Education, Tuesday.

“Installation of the turf field should be complete by the last week in July,” Price said. “We are awaiting a date from the track contractor for resurfacing of the track which should take one week.”

As of Thursday, the field was nearing completion. The turf had been installed and the school’s name painted in white against a bold blue background in end zone.

In June 2018 and June 2019, the Worcester County Commissioners approved funding for the project to replace the existing grass field at Stephen Decatur High School with a turf field similar to the athletic surface fields at Pocomoke and Snow Hill high schools and to resurface the existing running track.

The cost is $1.3 million once completed.

Installation is being executed through the Keystone Purchasing Network Program with construction

by FieldTurf USA, Inc., Operations for the installation of the new Decatur turf field and running track resurfacing began on May 20.

“The Stephen Decatur High School athletic coaches and the SDHS leadership … they are ready to utilize their impressive new field right now,” Price said. “As always, we thank the Worcester County Commissioners for their full support and for their funding for these important projects.” ing off at practice and kids being kids will still be there.’”

The team began its district run with a 3-1 win over West Salisbury in Berlin on July 3. On July 6, the boys shut out Delmar in Berlin, 6-0.

As teams continue to travel for games and reach regionals or possibly nationals, donations will be needed for transportation and hotel costs. To donate to the Berlin Little League All-Star teams, a check can be written to Berlin Little League at P.O. Box 514, Berlin, Maryland 21811.

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USSSA tourney in Salisbury and OC, July 17 to Aug. 3

By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 19, 2019) The 13th annual United States Specialty Sports Association’s (USSSA) Eastern World Series kicked off for the summer season on Wednesday and will take place for three weeks throughout Wicomico and Worcester counties.

This year’s Eastern Nationals began July 17 and will run until Aug. 3.

During the first week, 10 and under and 12 and under teams will compete from July 17-21. Fourteen and under teams will play from July 23-28, and the final week includes 16 and under and 18 and under divisions from July 29 to Aug. 3.

The event draws nearly 350 girls’ softball teams from 16 states to the region over three weeks. States represented include Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia and West Virginia.

“Many participants turn the tournament into a vacation for the whole family,” Andrew Kurtz, Wicomico County sports marketing representative stated in a press release. “Wicomico and Worcester counties and the Town of Ocean City will see a boost in tourist activities throughout the three weeks as a result of the tournament.”

The event generates an estimated economic impact of over $20 million and a hotel demand in excess of 11,000 rooms.

“Over the years we have worked with USSSA East and our partners in the Mid-Atlantic Amateur Sports Alliance (MAASA) to help grow the Eastern Nationals,” Kurtz continued. “This event is now one of the largest fast pitch tournaments in one location in the nation.”

This is the sixth year USSSA has held

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BERLIN LITTLE LEAGUE The 11-12 Berlin All-Star team played with all its might but fell short during the district championship.

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The Junior Berlin Little League All Stars captured the district title and will play its first state game on Saturday, July 20.

games in Ocean City.

During the third and final week, the opening ceremony and team parade will

take place Monday, July 29, from 3-5:30 p.m. on the Boardwalk. The theme this year is “Stars and Stripes” and the parade

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Event could gross over $20 million Continued from Page 82 The Henry S. Parker Athletic Complex in Salisbury has provided the main fields of play for the tournament. Other fields used in Wicomico County include East Wicomico Little League, Eastside Youth Sports Complex, Fruitland Recreational Area and Winter Place Park. In Worcester County, games have been played at John Walter Smith Park in Snow Hill and at Northside Park on 125th Street in Ocean City.

For more information on the Eastern Nationals, visit www.WicoSports.org.

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Flounder fishing contest, Aug. 3 (July 19, 2019) The Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce will host its 12th annual Flounder Fishing Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 3.

Cash prizes will be awarded for the largest flounders caught. The first-place winner will receive $500. The anger that reels in the second-largest flounder will take home $300 and the third-place fish will earn the person who hooks it $100.

There will also be an optional calcutta contest. The cost is $10 to enter.

Participants can fish from the shore, pier, private boat, flounder party boats or charter boats – anywhere in Maryland

coastal waters (within three nautical miles) between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m.

The weigh-ins will take place at Pines Point Marina from noon to 4 p.m., located at 869 Yacht Club Drive in Ocean Pines. (Tournament excludes the Chesapeake Bay.) The first 200 entries will receive a free T-shirt. T-shirts will also be available for purchase at the Ocean Pines Chamber office on Cathell Road or at the weighins the day of the tournament for $10.

Entrants can bring in one legal sized flounder – 16.5 inches or larger – per person. Awards will be presented imme-

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Anglers must be registered for the contest by Friday, Aug. 2 at noon to participate in the tournament.

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Record $908,235 paid out to tuna tourney winners

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (July 19, 2019) A total of 109 boats were registered for the 2019 Ocean City Tuna Tournament and a record $908,235 was presented to the winners.

“A lot of them went all-in. A lot of money was spent,” Jennifer Blunt, tournament director, said. “It was a very good, smooth tournament. The new scoring [system] kept things upto-date and we had no issues.”

Blunt said many crews thought tuna fishing was slow during the tournament, but a decent amount of fish were weighed. The majority of the tuna brought to the Ocean City Fishing Center in West Ocean City were yellowfin. About a dozen bluefin were boated. No bigeye tuna were caught.

Two 99-pound tuna tied for first place in the Single Largest Division.

Jack Roesner and the Moore Bills crew won $221,347. Tom Cochran and his Reel Chaos teammates took home $214,350.

The crews split the Level H Pro Tuna Jackpot, which is a winnertake-all pool for the largest single tuna. That pot totaled $193,500. It costs $5,000 to enter and 43 of the 109 tournament boats registered for

The Sea Wolf team came in second place in the 32nd annual Ocean City Tuna Tournament with a stringer weight of 256 pounds. The group was presented $63,960. Tony Martina also landed the largest dolphin – a 33-pounder. The fish was worth $28,960.

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the calcutta.

Marty Suder landed a 90-pound tuna and he and his Seakeeper teammates received $9,655.

The Restless Lady II crew was awarded $32,220 for Tony Bauer’s 89pound tuna, because of their participation in added entry-level calcuttas.

The Theresa Jean crew earned first place in the Heaviest Stringer Weight Division, with a total of 426 pounds.

The team received a check for $252,715.

A large portion of that money – $121,500 – came from the Level G Heaviest Stringer Jackpot. Fifty-four out of 109 boats registered for the calcutta.

The Sea Wolf team came in second place with a stringer weight of 256 pounds. The group was presented $63,960.

The Marli team’s total of 249 pounds scored them a third-place finish and $40,210.

Tony Martina landed the largest dolphin – a 33-pounder – aboard Sea Wolf. The fish was worth $28,960.

Hall Pass angler Nick Prince boated a 25-pound dolphin. The crew won $1,000.

Lance Crampton and the C-Boys crew received $500 for his 24-pound dolphin.

Bob Smith hooked the largest wahoo of the tournament – a 70pounder. Smith and his Troublemaker teammates were awarded $11,520.

Fin Chaser angler Kylleigh Wiygul reeled in an 88-pound tuna to win the ladies division. Her team was presented $1,500.

JL Cropper landed an 85-pound tuna aboard Myra HT to finish is second place. The group won $1,000.

Margarita angler Joyce Collins boated a 71-pound tuna, good for third place and $500.

About 20 women participated in the 32nd annual tournament.

In the Junior Angler Division, 14year-old William Morrison took first place with a 46-pound tuna caught aboard A Salt Weapon 3. He received $1,000.

Zach Little, 15, reeled in a 40pound tuna while fishing on Talkin’ Trash. He took home $500.

Thirteen-year-old Hammer Down angler Jackson Morgan hooked a 36pound tuna to finish in third place.

He was awarded $250.

About 15 anglers competed in the Junior Angler Division this year, which is open to youth 16 and younger.

The Berlin Little League was presented $3,240 from the Level Q charity donation calcutta. The other half of the pot goes to the team with single-largest tuna as long as that group enters the calcutta. The Moore Bills was awarded the money.

“We’re very happy with how the tournament went overall,” Blunt said.

“We’re proud to be the largest tuna tournament [payout-wise] in the country without a billfish division.”

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OC Marlin Club’s Kid’s Classic this weekend

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (July 19, 2019) The Ocean City Marlin Club’s Kid’s Classic draws hundreds of junior anglers each year and just as many are expected to compete in the 2019 tournament.

“We don’t know exactly how many junior anglers will be participating, but we are hoping for 25-plus more than [in 2017],” Amanda Shick, the Ocean City Marlin Club’s operations manager/event coordinator, said.

The 2018 tournament was canceled due to bad weather, but in 2017, more than 400 junior anglers participated.

“Many of the kids participate year after year,” Shick said. “I believe the children enjoy the camaraderie, spending a day (or two) fishing with their friends/families [and] spending quality time together on the water.”

The 2017 tournament was a success, with the most participation to date. Young anglers fished from 68 boats. Those without access to a boat had the opportunity to fish from areas including the surf, Route 50 Bridge and fishing piers in Ocean City and on Assateague Island. A few young anglers fished from shore. They all reeled in an assortment of fish.

Registration for the 2019 tournament, a partnership with Wish-A-Fish Foundation, will begin today, Friday, at 6:30 p.m. at the Marlin Club on Golf

Course Road in West Ocean City. A captains’ meeting will follow at 7:30 p.m.

The 15th annual tournament is open to anglers 19 and younger. The cost is $200 per boat, with an unlimited number of anglers. A head boat will be available for a cost of $25 per angler.

Those who don’t have access to a boat can participate for $25 and fish from areas including the surf, Route 50 Bridge, Ocean City fishing pier and Assateague Island.

The tournament is slated for Saturday and Sunday with participants having the option to fish one or both days in the bay or ocean. Weigh-ins will take place Saturday from 3-6:30 p.m. and Sunday, 3-6 p.m. at Sunset Marina in West Ocean City.

All participants will receive an award. There are additional first-, second- and third-place prizes for most billfish released and heaviest fish including bluefish, bonita, dolphin, flounder, mackerel, rockfish, sea bass, tog, tuna, wahoo and “unusual catch.”

Stringer weight includes five fish in a bucket per angler per day for croaker and spot.

A carnival and awards banquet is scheduled for Sunday from 5-8 p.m.

There will be food, games and prizes, and the awards presentation will take place at 7 p.m.

Children from the Wish-A-Fish Foundation will be able to fish for free on five boats again this year – the Tortuga, Judith M, Calico Jack, Bay Bee and Miss Ocean City.

Wish-A-Fish Foundation’s mission is: “We can’t cure an illness, make a disability vanish, or remove the daily stress a family with special needs children has to endure. We just try to make one day a little better for the whole family by taking them out on the water for some fun and fishing. The smiles and excitement on the children’s faces when they catch their first fish (and their second, and their third...) is a wonderful experience and a memory that will last for years.”

In 2017, a little over 100 children/young adults and their families participated. Including parents, guardians and volunteers, more than 200 went out on the five boats. “[It was] our most attended WishA-Fish event since its start,” Frank Goodhart, coordinator of Wish-A-Fish Kid’s Classic fishing, said following the 2017 tournament.

As of earlier this week, close to 100 anglers, which includes special needs children as well as those who are underprivileged/disadvantaged and in foster care, were signed up, Goodhart said.

Including siblings, friends, family members and chaperones, and well as

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those on hand to assist during the tournament, that number jumps to about 200.

While many Wish-A-Fish anglers compete annually, Goodhart said a number of new participants have signed up this year.

“We have 40-plus first-timers this year,” he said. “We have more firsttimers this year than any year.”

All first-time participants will receive a rod and reel combo. Those who have participated before will take home a gift from Wish-A-Fish.

“It’s a lot of fun,” Goodhart said.

“Some of these kids don’t get an opportunity to do anything like this.”

And when fish are caught, Goodhart said the junior anglers get very excited and their faces light up.

All will be presented a goodie bag and participation medal. Prizes will be awarded to those who catch the most, smallest and biggest fish on each boat.

A cookout will take place Saturday at 6:30 p.m. at the clubhouse for WishA-Fish participants.

Wish-A-Fish received more than $2,500 through corporate sponsors, service organizations, private donors and tournament participant donations from the 2017 event. The Classic has raised more than $60,000 for the foundation since its inception.

For more information, call 410-2131613 or visit www.ocmarlinclub.com.

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“We could reach $600,000 [payout] this year if the conditions are right [and] we’re shooting for 80 boats,” Brian Roberts, co-director of the tournament, said. “That’s what we’re projecting. A lot of people say it’s one of their favorite fishing tournaments because they can fish how they want to fish and for the species they want.”

The event will kick off with final registration, Thursday, July 25, followed by fishing all weekend, July 2628.

“I think we’re going to have a record year [because] the economy is good and fishing is really good,” Roberts said. “Marlin fishing has turned on [and] several were caught this past weekend.”

About 20 teams have already registered, several of which are new to the competition. They will be coming from New Jersey, Delaware, Virginia and Ocean City.

The final day to sign up is Thursday, July 25 from 4-8 p.m. at M.R. Ducks on Talbot Street, bayside. A captain’s meeting will follow.

The cost to enter the tournament is $800 per boat.

Teams can choose between two 32hour slots: 7 a.m. Friday, July, 26 to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 27, or 7 a.m. Saturday, July 27 to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 28.

Crews can fish the entire 32 hours or come back to the dock and head out offshore again after a break with the same or different anglers.

There are several added entry-level divisions, or wagering pools, which range in cost from $300 to $1,500, and include billfish, tuna, meatfish (dolphin, wahoo and shark) and small boat (38 feet and under). There is also a billfish release division.

“Talbot Street Stringer” calcutta has three levels to enter this year, which cost $500 and $1,000. The Heaviest Stringer Winner Take All costs $1,000 to enter.

Teams can select any four fish they catch in 32 hours for a combined total weight.

A new addition this year is Heaviest Stringer Tuna Division. The cost is $1,000 to enter. Anglers can select their four tuna to weigh.

Boats can depart from any port between New Jersey and Virginia.

Teams can fish up to 125 nautical miles from the Ocean City sea buoy.

All fish must be weighed at the Talbot Street Pier.

Tournament weigh-ins will take place from 4-9 p.m., Friday, July 26 and Saturday, July 27. The scale, located between M.R. Ducks and the Angler in downtown Ocean City, will be open from 4-8 p.m. Sunday, July 28.

Weigh-ins are free and open to the public and all are encouraged to attend. Children are invited to get right in front for an up-close view of the fish.

There will also be live music each evening, giveaways, raffles and vendors selling artwork, clothing and event merchandise. Huk Performance, the event title sponsor, and Sirius XM Marine, the new presenting sponsor, will be on hand.

The weigh-ins will also be streamed live this year.

Talbot Street Pier is the original spot where some of the first fish caught off the coast of Ocean City were weighed. Nearly 100 years ago, the pier in downtown Ocean City was bustling with activity as anglers took their daily catches there. Organizers of the Big Fish Classic wanted to bring the action, and big fish, back to the pier.

The tournament will again benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Raymond A. Wood Foundation, which provides quality of life support for childhood brain tumor survivors and their families.

Some of the meat from fish caught during the tournament will be donated to Diakonia, which provides emergency housing, emergency food services and counseling and assistance for its guests.

Sixty-seven boats registered for the fifth annual Huk Big Fish Classic last year and $462,350 – a new tournament record – was distributed to the winners.

“We had three blue marlin sweep [the largest fish division] and we weighed three swordfish over 180 pounds. There were lots of tuna and dolphin, too,” Roberts said following the 2018 tournament.

For more information, visit www.bigfishclassic.com.

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