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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) Local government’s fight to keep wind turbines out of sight of vacationers in Ocean City picked up support this week from Rep. Andy Harris (R-1st).

On Tuesday, the House Appropriations Committee adopted an amendment proposed by Harris for the Interior Appropriations bill for fiscal year 2018.

Harris’ proposition would prohibit the use of federal funding for reviewing site assessments or construction and operations plans for wind turbines located less than 24 nautical miles from Maryland shorelines.

On May 11 the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) elected to permit two wind farm projects to See PROTRACTED Page 5

Police dept. sends calm beach weekend message After melee last year caught OCPD off guard, agencies called in to bolster ranks

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) Ocean City Police will be out in full force for the next three days in case a College Beach Weekend event becomes unruly as it did last summer.

“People should expect to see an influx of college-aged students that we typically see in June this weekend,” said Police Public Affairs Specialist Lindsay Richard. “We’re advising businesses to staff accordingly, and people to be prepared. We don’t want

anyone caught off guard this time.”

The College Beach Weekend, scheduled for July 21-23, is promoted on various social media platforms including Twitter under #CBW2K17.

When the event came to the resort last July, a dozen visitors were arrested after a large-scale confrontation with police on the Boardwalk.

Richard said unlike last year, the department is well prepared for the college crowd.

“It’s safe to say we didn’t do the best in informing the public last year, but detectives have been monitoring this event since it came on our radar,” she said. “We can’t disclose our investigation tactics in finding the locaSee EVENT Page 6

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Dozens of residents and visitors met with Ocean City Police officers during the city’s first Coffee with a Cop event on Wednesday at the 17th Street Starbucks.

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City to offer free disorderly signs to ease compliance

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HERE I COME A protective and territorial red-winged black bird proves that size doesn’t matter and is about to deliver a wake-up call to an otherwise occupied eagle on a local golf course, as it performs a topspeed dive-bomb on its unsuspecting target.

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) The owners of properties along portions of Coastal Highway, Philadelphia Avenue and Baltimore Avenue are being reminded that they have until September to post signs warning people that disorderly conduct is illegal.

The signs are available to property and business owners at no charge through the Public Works Department.

Ocean City Police Department Records Section Manager Michelle Monico is working with Maintenance Manager Tom Dy to have a supply of signs on hand at the Public Safety Building on 65th Street.

Ocean City Police must approve

the sign’s location before placement.

Although the ordinance was passed in 2015 that requires all “public places” with parking fronting Baltimore Avenue, Philadelphia Avenue, or Coastal Highway, to have the signs, city officials will enforce the measure this year. Land owners who don’t post the sign can be fined $50, and face a $100 fine if they do not comply in 10 days.

The goal is to have the signs in place before the next car event, H2O International VW/Audi rally on Sept.

30 to Oct. 1.

Business owners can call contact Monico at 410-723-6608 or MMonico@oceancitymd.gov to coordinate getting a sign and scheduling a meeting to approve its location.

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By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) Ocean City officials are holding firm on their request that the two state-approved offshore wind farms need to be out of sight, and want to know whether the energy companies will agree.

In the last minutes during Monday’s session, Councilman Tony DeLuca made a motion to draft a third letter to the companies, U.S. Wind and Deepwater Wind, to see if they will put their respective projects 26 miles away from the shore. That’s the distance that city officials believe the turbines won’t be seen by residents or visitors.

DeLuca said it was time to push the matter further, as there has been no word from either energy company.

“When U.S. Wind presented, they told us 12 miles offshore, and came back with 17 miles. Deepwater said it was going to be approximately 19 and half miles, and said they’d have to check with engineers to move it 26 miles. We’ve yet to hear from them,” he said.

DeLuca added there was new evidence that their demand could be met. Last week it was announced that Dominion Energy is working with Denmark’s DONG Energy to build two wind turbines 27 miles off the coast of Virginia Beach.

The Public Service Commission approved both Maryland proposals in May, with U.S. Wind’s farm offshore at the resort’s southern portion and Deepwater Wind’s project close to the Delaware line.

Under the PSC’s conditions, the U.S. Wind is approved for 62 turbines and will connect to the grid at the Indian River substation. Deepwater Wind’s project would involve 15 turbines placed 17-21 miles offshore and would connect to the grid through the Ocean City substation.

Each project is required to use “the best commercially available technology to lessen views of the wind turbines.”

Councilman John Gehrig backed DeLuca’s motion, adding that taxpayer dollars were at stake.

“We need to remember that Maryland taxpayers are on the hook for this at $2 billion,” Gehrig said. “I don’t want to keep hearing that it’ll cost a million [dollars] to move it back a mile. That’s not an excuse.”

Both companies informed city officials that it would cost $1 million per mile to extend the transmission line. Early estimates were that Deepwater Wind’s project would cost $700 million while U.S. Wind’s comes out to $1 billion.

The motion to send another letter passed 5-0, with Councilmen Dennis Dare and Matt James absent.

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Protracted fight expected to continue over offshore wind Continued from Page 1 proceed off the coast from Ocean City.

Deepwater Wind hopes to have its Skipjack Wind Farm, located offshore between Maryland and Delaware, operational by 2023.

Deepwater developed and operates the first working offshore wind turbine in the U.S., near Block Island, south of Rhode Island and east of Long Island.

“I was disappointed that the developers really don’t appear to care whether or not these windmills are visible from the shore and what that effect would have on local real estate and the tourism industry,” Harris said.

The congressman said the tourism industry is one of the primary economic engines driving commerce on the lower shore.

“Studies have shown pretty clearly that ruining the view-scape with wind turbines would be detrimental,” he said.

Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan spoke with Harris on Wednesday concerning the effort to locate the wind farms farther out to sea.

“I believe [Harris] supports Ocean City’s position that we are not in opposition to the wind farms, we just don’t want to see them off our coast,” he said.

Meehan said the town recognizes that the projects will promote economic growth for numerous Maryland jurisdictions.

“We really would like to work with both companies, and with other jurisdictions, to support them in their efforts to move the windmills back beyond that 24, 25, 26-mile limit from the shoreline in Ocean City,” he said.

Harris also questioned the conclusion reached by the PSC that wind

farms will have a positive impact on the local economy.

“If you look at the people’s counsel opinion on the Public Service Commission decision … they dwell on the fact that the economic impact has not been properly evaluated,” he said. “I think they discounted the negative economic impact on Ocean City.”

Harris also expressed concern about a possible increase in his constituents’ electricity rates.

“It will have a negative economic impact for every Maryland family because every … family is going to have to pay more on their monthly electric,” he said.

In addition to the negative effect on tourism, Meehan cited other drawbacks.

“If they’re built as proposed, I believe they will have a detrimental impact, not just on tourism, but on property values,” he said. “We have 26,000 property owners in Ocean City.”

With a congressional recess scheduled for August, Harris is not anticipating a final action on his amendment until later this year.

“This gives the developers several months to get together [and] reformulate the plan that is acceptable to Ocean City,” he said. “I’m hoping that everyone can come to an agreement by then so that I can withdraw the need for this amendment to remain in the final bill.”

Meehan also hopes an amicable arrangement can be reached.

“We only get one chance to get this right and I think our goal is to all work together … so that it’s right for Ocean City and it’s also right for business development that other jurisdictions see from this project,” he said.

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Century-old farm finding new life Twelfth generation owners of 1,800 acres can host parties, weddings, events

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 21, 2017) The Worcester County Board of Zoning Appeals made use of a new rule enacted by the county commissioners in February to allow Castle Farm, part of the larger Johnson family farm between Snow Hill and Newark, to host a variety of non-agricultural events.

The rule was written specifically for Castle Farm, but passed in hopes of promoting alternate uses of existing farmland throughout the county.

The property has been in the same family for more than 100 years, and was designated a Century Farm by the state.

To earn this designation, a single family

has had to work the farm for a century, and must be lived on and farmed by the owner.

Catherine Casto, part of the Johnson family that works Castle Farm, said the move helps her maintain her part of the 1,800-plus acres the Johnson Family Trust owns in the area.

Casto said she is the 12th generation of her family to work the farm.

Three years ago, she said she hosted a wedding on the property and was later notified that that use wasn’t technically allowed under the property’s existing A-1 agricultural zoning.

“We wanted to host weddings, but we didn’t want to do it illegally,” she said.

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Continued from Page 1 tions, but people should know that we’ll be out looking for large public gatherings at least.”

This year, promoters are selling tickets through Eventbrite.com for $20 per party at undisclosed locations, or $60 for VIP access. College Beach Weekend kicks off on Friday 2 -6 p.m. with a meet and greet and continues with free shots at the “ProjectOC #HennyThingGoes” party.

Saturday has the “OC Freak Nik” party, where free shots will be given to girls with lingerie, according to the event page. Sunday is supposed to close out with “Issa Day Party” and “Oscars All White Party.”

Ocean City police are taking a twopronged approach to prevent major incidents: notifying the public and increased enforcement.

“The main thing this year is our work with our allied agencies,” Richard said. “We’ve asked for Maryland State Police and the sheriff to send additional officers, and we’re optimistic that’ll make a substantial difference.”

All Ocean City police officers and most seasonal staff will be working, with patrols geared to the Boardwalk.

State troopers and Ocean City Police started patrolling downtown on Thursday.

On the public relations side, the department issued press statements a month in advance, advising residents and business owners of the event’s possible side effects. Chief Ross Buzzuro also sent an open letter last week to local newspapers that assured the public that he hoped for another safe weekend.

“Since we usually don’t see this crowd in July, we don’t want anyone scared. That’s our way of making the community aware that we’re prepared and we’re handling it,” Richard said.

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Fourth’s faulty finale forces Labor Day fireworks feature Contractor given chance to make up for abbreviated show during Sept. 3 event

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) Making up for fireworks grand finales that fizzled on the Fourth of July, contractor Image Engineering will get a do-over for a Labor Day weekend show with the final Sundaes in the Park event on Sept. 3.

“It’s bea special show on the same level as our New Year’s Eve fireworks display,” Special Events Superintendent Frank Miller said Tuesday. “We’ll have Separate Ways, a Journey cover band, perform as well. This is an outof-the box solution and a way to make it up to the visitors that were disappointed by the Fourth of July show.”

The grand finale of this year’s shows at North Division Street and Northside Park failed to launch, cutting the 18-minute programs short by four minutes. During Monday’s session, Councilman Wayne Hartman asked for resolutions to address the disappointing results.

“This week someone in the grocery store mentioned to me the fireworks weren’t what they had in the past,” Hartman said.

Shortly after the show ended, Image Engineering representatives reportedly told special events staff that 4-inch fuse cables were accidentally used instead of 12-inch fuses. As a result, the computer controlling the ignition found air where it was looking for a fuse.

The Fourth of July’s shows were Image Engineering’s first event with Ocean City, as the resort had contracted with American Fireworks of Hudson, Ohio for the last five years.

Deals inked with that company were roughly $62,500 per fiscal year.

This year, on Miller’s recommendation, Ocean City switched to Image Engineering for a three-year contract with an option to renew. The contract was for $62,000 per fiscal year, including $50,000 for the Independ-

ence Day shows alone. The city has yet to pay half the amount for the holiday show.

“After a lengthy evaluation, I decided Image Engineering was less expensive, and since they were a special effects company, they could make a top-notch presentation,” he said. “It seemed like the right decision to meet and exceed our expectations.”

Miller added that he could not remember American Fireworks experiencing a failure of this magnitude during its five-year run here.

“It’s not unreasonable to have 12 to 20 misfires in a show, but it’s usually not perceived by the audience,” he said. “This time it happened in a big cluster when everyone was anticipating a big show ... no one felt like they got their money’s worth.”

The request for proposals for the fireworks this year, based on past arrangements with American Fireworks, asked for 1,558 shells and 30 multi-shot packages (called “cakes” in fireworks parlance) for the downtown show and 1,566 shells for the uptown show.

Forty-two shells did not fire in the downtown show, and 24 shells failed in the Northside Park event, according to Miller.

Hartman said later that he thought then extra show for Labor Day weekend would mean little to those who were in town for Independence Day. “People aren’t coming to Ocean City for Labor Day fireworks, they come here for Fourth of July for that reason,” he said. “That’s not going to help the people that weren’t happy with what they saw.”

The Labor Day show was one of three options city officials discussed in the past two weeks, according to Hartman. The other two were two were to cancel the contract or to seek financial compensation, with Hartman preferring the latter course.

“It takes a lot to build up a reputation for fireworks shows, and we’re used to a certain caliber show,” he said. “Perhaps if there’s another issue with the Labor Day show, we should consider the same possibilities.”

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Ocean City Today

JULY 21, 2017

Commissioners reject joint Narcan plan for county jail Vote blocks availability of anti-overdose spray to inmates upon their release

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 21, 2017) A memorandum of understanding between the health department and county jail to provide life-saving doses of opioid blocker Narcan to addicted inmates as they are released from detainment was soundly rejected by the Worcester County Commissioners this week.

The plan was called an extension of existing training services the health department already provides to law enforcement, emergency responders, the general public and inmates as the state grapples with an addiction epidemic.

Gov. Larry Hogan declared a state of emergency in March to release funding and resources to help combat the growing opiate problem in the state.

According to Debra Stevens, director of community health and preparedness at the health department, based on last year’s numbers, 59 people would have been eligible to receive the drug, with the county bearing the $75 per unit cost. Each unit contains two doses.

To run the program for the year would have been less than $4,500, based on those numbers.

Ocean City’s representative on the board, Joe Mitrecic, led the opposition to the measure by pointing out the ready availability of the drug in local pharmacies, and the fact that other lifesaving drugs, like insulin for diabetics, EpiPens for those with allergies, and heart medications all required prescriptions.

“When [Narcan] first came out, you had to take a course, now you don’t have to. You can walk in and purchase it for $45 without insurance and for $1”

using either Medicare or Medicaid, he said. “This flies in the face of common sense.”

Commissioner president Jim Bunting was more direct.

“I don’t want to vote on it, I don’t support it and I want this over with,” he said, though the other commissioners present each wanted to have their say.

Commissioner Bud Church explained that during a recent meeting in Annapolis, a representative of Allegany County said it had two volunteer fire companies on the verge of bankruptcy because they are not reimbursed for overdose runs.

Commissioner Ted Elder said that by supplying the drug to those in addiction recovery was like supplying people with a safety net, which therefore led to an increased risk of overdose.

“I think it’s human nature. You sent people out there on a tightrope and people are encouraged because you’re sending them out there with a safety net,” he said.

Commissioner Merrill Lockfaw said the health department was taking the wrong approach, and needed to view the issue through the lens of smoking cessation. He also questioned who would administer the drug, presumably because the person it was issued to would be unconscious or worse in the event it became necessary to use.

Commissioner Diana Purnell thought the commissioners should do something about the problem, though not necessarily this plan. Because Narcan is so readily available, she said, perhaps the county could provide another service, but didn’t elaborate on any other ideas.

County Heath Officer Becky Jones, in her inaugural address to the commissioners, asked if the issue could be tabled to allow the department to reSee COUNTY Page 11

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Play It Safe, bus vouchers questioned by city officials Bad behavior, low student attendance to be weighed against program’s intent

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) Declining participation in the resort’s annual June Play It Safe program for recent high school graduates and other high schoolers has Ocean City officials considering its future as well as the unlimited bus ride wristbands that are part of the package.

A report on Play It Safe attendance and wristband sales presented at last week’s Transportation Commission showed that 6,198 high school students took part in the three-week program. That’s a 46 percent decrease from 2006, when 11,550 young people signed up for Play It Safe’s various offerings.

Bus wristband sales was also down, as 3,179 teens redeemed $5 vouchers for unlimited rides. That will generate roughly $18,800 as compared to the $20,000 in revenue the City Council budgeted for this year.

Councilman Dennis Dare advocated eliminating the vouchers, as he said it promoted bad and sometimes criminal behavior on the buses.

“For years, I’ve been opposed to the wristbands because all it does is promote kids riding the bus for the wrong reasons,” Dare said in a later interview. “They’re misbehaving, like kicking out windows. It’s a problem for bus drivers, since we often have [firsttime drivers] dealing with the disrespect and bodily fluids left behind.”

Throughout June, according to transportation department officials, buses have been packed with teenagers, who often using them as a rolling venue for social gatherings.

Transit Manager Mark Rickards said 20 instances of bus vandalism — including nine broken windows — occurred in June. Even so, that is a low percentage considering that the 678,273 fares were recorded for the month.

“It’s our best month, and it’s thanks to the seniors,” he said. “We take the good with the bad.”

Donna Greenwood, chairwoman of the Ocean City Drug and Alcohol

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Abuse Prevention Committee, which sponsors Play It Safe, said that eliminating the vouchers would do little to end the bad behavior.

“It’s nothing we haven’t seen, because kids always jump from one party to another,” Greenwood said. “I don’t think it’s fair to blame the kids for bad behavior. There’s no way to prove it unless the bus drivers are counting the tickets and wristbands.

“Before this program started, we’d see inexperienced drivers texting and calling while on the road, or blasting the radio being distracted,” she continued. “We want them where it’s safe – on the buses.”

When Play It Safe started 28 years ago, the goal was to get teenagers to enjoy Ocean City safely. In the first year, booklets containing coupons, tips and statistics on drinking and drug abuse were issued to students in Maryland high schools. The vouchers for the wristbands were included five years ago.

“It’s worked for many years, but this year we didn’t have the funding for the booklets,” Greenwood said.

The City Council allocated $7,500 last fiscal year and for FY18 to the Ocean City Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Committee.

Greenwood also noted it was an unusual year for Play It Safe, as fewer people attended the first week, but numbers picked up the last two weeks.

“Graduation is getting pushed later and later. I’m hearing from businesses that they’re seeing less people stay long-term, and more weekend trips, so that could be it,” she said.

Still, Dare said it’s time to examine the program as a whole and make adjustments. If the attendees weren’t causing the issues on the buses, he said they could be drawing a criminal element.

“For the last few years, we’ve seen these kids with a lot of cash in their pockets. Then people take an interest in trying to sell them drugs, and they’re alone, they rob them at gun point or assault them,” he said. “The students are bait for the sharks to come … and this program doesn’t necessarily work. We have to evaluate it and maybe have a conversation come winter about funding.”

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Bunting said he would rather not take a stance on the plan at all, and asked if a motion on the listed agenda item for approval was necessary. He was informed by county administration that it was.

Church suggested the county try the program on a limited basis — six months — to give officials a better understanding of what managing the pro-

gram might actually entail. He made a motion to initiate the plan as outlined by the two agencies on a trial basis, which was seconded by Purnell, but failed as the remaining commissioners voted against the measure.

A second motion to deny the health department and county jail permission to implement the program passed six votes to zero.

Commissioner Chip Bertino was absent from the meeting.

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Abandoned crab pot yields surprising find, dead otter Experts advise using turtle excluder devices to prevent further avoidable deaths (July 21, 2017) An abandoned crab pot found over the weekend in Ocean City contained a grim surprise: a dead young river otter that had become trapped and drowned.

The Ocean City Police Department received a call from a resident who noticed an abandoned pot that contained something suspicious. An animal control officer answered the call, pulled the pot from the marsh only to find a young river otter that had apparently entered the pot seeking food and was unable to exit and drowned.

Last year, an abandoned crab pot was pulled that contained more than 20 dead terrapins. A Maryland Coastal Bays Program statement issued this week said both events could have been avoided if the pots had the required turtle excluder device, also referred to as a by-catch reduction device, attached to the entrances of the pots.

This device is a square metal or plas-

tic piece that is placed at each entrance of a crab pot that allow crabs easy access but prevents larger animals such as terrapins and otters from entering the pot. Recreational crab pots are required by law to have these devices on each entrance. Many people may not be aware of this law and retailers often sell crab pots without the devices attached.

The coastal bays program has a limited number of these excluders available to the public for free. To make arrangements to pick them up at the office in Berlin, call 410-213-2297 and ask for either Katherine Phillips at ext.109 or Sandi Smith at ext. 106.

It is a Maryland law that only persons with a commercial crabbing license are permitted to use crab pots in open water. The recreational use of crab pots is restricted to a dock and is limited at two pots per dock. The excluder device is required on each entrance to the crab pot. Failure to comply with the law can result in a fine of up to $1,000.

To report an abandoned crab pot, contact the Maryland Natural Resource Police at 410-260-8888.

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Northside Park security overhaul approved City Council votes to solicit bids for complex upgrades including cameras, planters

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) Northside Park will be the second government facility in the resort to receive a security overhaul, as the City Council on Monday voted to solicit bids to upgrade the complex.

The council voted 5-0, with Councilmen Dennis Dare and Matt James absent, to seek a contractor to renovate the 125th Street building and grounds starting in the fall.

City Engineer Terry McGean and Engineer Technician Joseph Kurtz put the cost of the upgrades at roughly $92,400.

The plan had been to renovate

OCPD promoting safe driving after two struck by car

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) After a woman and her 3-year-old granddaughter were struck by a car while crossing Baltimore Avenue last Thursday, Ocean City Police reminded drivers to yield to pedestrians in marked crosswalks.

Around 9:40 p.m., the grandmother was pushing the toddler in a stroller across Baltimore Avenue near First Street when they were struck by a Volkswagen Jetta driven by a 17-year-old girl from Berlin.

The woman and her granddaughter were crossing in a marked crosswalk that was not controlled by a signal. Police said that two lanes of traffic had stopped, but the Jetta in the left lane did not.

The granddaughter was flown to Peninsula Regional Medical Center

by Maryland State Police Trooper 4 helicopter as a precautionary measure, according to a press release.

The grandmother was taken to the same hospital by Ocean City EMS. Both suffered non-life threatening injuries.

Police said the unidentified driver was at fault for the crash, and alcohol was not a factor in this collision. The driver was cited for failure to stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk and faces a $500 fine.

“The Ocean City Police Department reminds residents and visitors to yield to pedestrians in marked crosswalks not controlled by a traffic signal, particularly on Baltimore Avenue,” the police said in a statement on the city’s website.

“Motorists are also advised to use extreme caution in areas with heavy pedestrian traffic.”

the Northside Park lobby for aesthetic purposes, but Recreation and Parks Director Susan Petito said she also factored in the heightened protection measures the Homeland Security recommended to city officials in January.

“You sent us to the drawing board with Homeland Security opportunities to include in this project. We met with Homeland Security officials and our engineering department, and with their help, we’ve put together a comprehensive plan,” Petito told the council.

That plan identified needs for several interior and exterior cameras, installing card readers throughout the Northside park complex and removing exterior key access at some doors. Lock-out buttons would also be installed at both

entrances, allowing recreation staff to secure the doors remotely.

Planters would be placed outside the west entrance of Northside Park to prevent anyone from crashing into people with a car or truck, similar to the ones installed for the same reasons outside City Hall.

Ocean City has $50,000 earmarked for security improvements to City Hall in the current budget, but adding the planters and removing officials’ names denoting assigned parking in the City Hall lot are the only measures that have been taken so far.

Under the Northside Park plan, the east side of the complex also will be fitted with a handicap-accessible electronic door and a second service window. As to the cosmetic or customer service

changes, a second service window will be installed in the lobby, and the floor and ceiling will be renovated.

“It’s 33 years old, and it needs some updating,” Petito said. “But incorporating some of the upgrades for security and efficiency is also really important to our staff.”

The upgrades will be paid out of a fund set up years ago for Northside Park repairs. $800,000 was set aside in FY16 and another $185,000 was set aside in FY17.

Under Ocean City’s procurement policy, bids that are under $100,000 are handled internally. If job quotes come back within the estimated figure, the council has given the staff permission to choose a contractor and to proceed with the renovations.

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Skimming Ocean City police are investigating two instances of credit card skimming at the Sunoco on 129th Street and at the Ocean Market at 142nd Street.

People who might have been affected by a skimming operation should call their local police department. Businesses are asked to inspect their pumps to ensure there are no other skimmers.

Panhandling Ocean City police charged Andre Dennis, 42, of Princess Anne, with panhandling and hindering traffic in a public conveyance on July 13.

Around 3 p.m., a witness reported Dennis for panhandling. When police arrived, they saw him allegedly blocking the doorway of a store around 31st Street and Philadelphia Avenue. After he was told to leave, Dennis went on to solicit others on Philadelphia Avenue, police said.

When Dennis was arrested, he reportedly told officers he asking money to buy more alcohol.

Sleeping drunk Kurtis Singleton, 27, of Manches-

ter, New Hampshire was arrested after he allegedly broke into a 60th Street hotel room and passed out in someone else’s bed on July 14.

A woman who was renting the room told police she saw Singleton, whom she did not know, passed out in her son’s bed around 11 p.m.

When police went to wake up Singleton, he struck one in the chest.

When police attempted to arrest him, Singleton allegedly resisted.

Eventually, he was handcuffed. Police said Singleton appeared to be intoxicated.

He was charged with breaking and entering, fourth-degree assault and resisting arrest.

Domestic disturbance Police charged Jose Rosado, 25, of York, Pennsylvania with assault after he allegedly struck his girlfriend in the face on July 15.

Around 3:15 a.m., police were called for a report of an assault in a unit near 12th Street and Philadelphia Avenue. When they arrived, they interviewed a woman who was bleeding from her lower lip.

She told police Rosado struck her after they fought about his drinking.

He allegedly pushed her into the dresser. Then he reportedly grabbed

her by the back of the neck.

Rosado denied the assault when police arrested him.

Parking lot arrests Police arrested three visitors in the parking lot of a convenience store on North Division Street on July 15, after their vehicle allegedly smelled like marijuana.

Police on bike patrol reported that they smelled the drug coming from a parked Mercedes-Benz around 9 a.m.

Jack N. Marsh, 19, of Fredrick, was sitting inside the car and Matthew Kroener, 19, New Market, Maryland was sitting on the curb. Kroener allegedly had an open can of beer.

The car’s owner, 21-year-old Thomas W. Damron, of New Market, Maryland came out of the store. Damron initially told police they could search the vehicle, but then became agitated and began to yell, according to the report. Police said Kroener also screamed profanities. The two were charged with disorderly conduct.

Marsh was charged with possessing an assisted-opening knife.

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Court acquits man accused of assault on family members

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 21, 2017) The Ocean Pines man accused of terrorizing his family with a kitchen knife before barricading himself in his home has been acquitted on all charges because of a lack of evidence.

The trial of Alberto Dacanay, 76, had been postponed at the request of the state to allow time for witnesses to come forward, but they did not. It was a move foreshadowed by defense attorney Marc Zeve back in June.

“I’ve spoken with the daughter and son-in-law and they’re adamant about not returning,” Zeve said.

Zeve said in June he normally wouldn’t oppose a motion for postponement, especially on a first request, but said he’d spoken with the relatives and they’d showed no interest in testifying.

Judge Patrick Cavanaugh granted the postponement, despite the objection.

On Tuesday, Assistant State’s Attorney Brittani Roksiewicz called for the witnesses, and hearing no response, concluded her case. Zeve then made a motion for acquittal, which was granted by District Court Judge Gerald Purnell.

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POLICE/COURTS Continued from Page 14 an eviction from a rental unit on July 16 turned confrontational.

Around 11:13 p.m. on July 15, Ocean City Police arrived to assist with an eviction of a unit in the 400 block of Philadelphia Avenue. According to reports, several intoxicated men and women were being evicted.

Errica Pagan, 33, and Juanita Medina, 54, both of Easton Pennsylvania, reportedly screamed profanities after they were warned by police.

Both were charged with disorderly conduct and trespassing.

Yanila Medina, 35, of Easton, Pennsylvania, allegedly grabbed Pagan away from police in an attempt to stop the arrest. She was charged with interfering with an arrest.

Bus disorderly Ocean City police arrested a brother and sister after they caused a disturbance on a city bus around 2 a.m. on July 17.

Police said Jake L. Barron, 23, and Kendall M. Barron, 21, both of Ellicott City, boarded the bus around 49th Street and were talking loudly in slurred speech. At one point, according to the police report, Jake Barron yelled, “It’s my sister’s birthday, can I get you all to sing her ‘Happy Birthday?’” When no one responded, he loudly sang the song himself.

Jake Barron then began to argue with police officer on the bus and the driver was advised to drop off the siblings on 41st Street. After the Barrons left, however, one of them allegedly prevented the doors from closing.

When the officer attempted to arrest Jake Barron for disorderly conduct, Kendall Barron allegedly grabbed the officer’s wrist to prevent him from handcuffing her brother.

She was arrested with second-degree assault and hindering a police

officer.

Boat ride Shane A. Engelhardt, 24, of West Grove, Pennsylvania was arrested after he was removed from the Ocean Princess tour boat around 9 p.m. on July 18.

Engelhardt and two other men reportedly were drunk and threw the Ocean Princess’ property overboard.

The trio also allegedly urinated off the boat’s upper deck and attempted to fight people.

The U.S. Coast Guard and the Department of Natural Resources removed the men and put them on their vessels for a trip the docks at Dorchester Street.

Ocean City police met the party, and later saw Engelhardt punch signs, fence posts, kicking a trashed can into a parked car and shouting.

Engelhardt was arrested for intoxicated endangerment of property.

Drunk driving with gun John V. Hindmarch III, 33, of Pittsburg was arrested for driving under the influence but later charged with possession of a gun after Ocean City police found a .40 caliber Glock handgun in his car on July 19.

Following a report that Hindmarch punched someone in the head at a bar on 53rd Street, police stopped him while he was driving his Range Rover south on Coastal Highway around midnight.

Police said that he failed field sobriety tests.

When police inventoried the car, they found the loaded Glock in the driver’s door pocket.

Hindmarch later told police he had a permit to carry it. He also blew .07 on a Breathalyzer.

Hindmarch was also charged with second-degree assault, driving while impaired and negligent driving.

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Woman treated, released from PRMC after boat fall Victim struck by pontoon propeller when she went overboard on Saturday trip

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 21, 2017) A woman was treated and released from Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury after sustaining cuts to her back, leg and foot from a rented pontoon boat’s propeller after she fell overboard and was run over by the vessel on Saturday.

Alexa Delatorre, 22, from Morgantown, West Virginia was one of six young women on board the boat near 49th Street bayside on Saturday afternoon. Delatorre was not riding on the bow of the boat, but was dancing near the front of it when she lost her footing, stumbled and fell over the front gate, Natural Resources Police spokeswoman Candy Thomson said.

She fell between the pontoons, and was run over.

Thomson said her group lost sight of her for a few seconds until she emerged from the water screaming. One of her companions jumped into the water and pulled her back aboard.

The other five occupants were women between the ages of 21-25, Thomson said. Though there was alcohol on board, the driver passed sobriety tests and it was not believed to be a fac-

tor in the fall, Thomson said.

“She had deep lacerations on her back, leg and right foot,” Thomson said.

“She’s a very lucky person.”

Last summer, a nine-year-old Howell, New Jersey boy was killed under similar circumstances. However, the boy was “bow riding,” or seated outside the railings up forward on the boat, when the accident occurred. The propeller struck the boy several times.

Coast Guard, Natural Resources Police and local officials made bow riding the centerpiece of its public safety campaign this year, called “Ride Inside.”

“This is an all-hands-on deck campaign,” Col. Robert “Ken” Ziegler, superintendent of the Natural Resources Police, said at the kickoff event in May. “You wouldn’t let a family member ride on the hood of your car,” so logically, he continued, an operator shouldn’t allow anyone to ride on the bow of a boat.

Bow riding is illegal in the state, as part of the negligent operation subheading of the code, but is not enforceable by police on its own. State Sen. Jim Mathias and Del. Mary Beth Carozza both introduced legislation to fix the situation earlier this year, but neither bill made it out of committee.

“So far this season, we’ve been lucky.

We’ve had just three fatalities in the entire state, and none in the Ocean City region. Last year at this time we already had six,” Thomson said.

Federal charges filed in case against alleged bank robber

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) The local prosecution of alleged bank robber Tyrone D. Pierce has been put on hold, while

federal authorities pursue their case against the Ocean City resident accused of sticking up a north Ocean City bank last August.

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Man sentenced to 13 years for raping teen Ramirez pleaded guilty to two counts for his role in summertime sex assault

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) Judge Thomas Groton III sent Ronaldo Emmanuel Ramirez, 20, of Silver Spring to prison for 13 years on Tuesday in Worcester County Circuit Court for raping and filming the assault of an unconscious 17-year-old girl at a hotel during Memorial Day weekend last year.

Ramirez quietly cried when the sentence was issued, and his parents and sister also wiped tears away in the court’s gallery behind him. His attorney, Craig Kadish, asked for the minimum prison time, which is seven years for rape and one year for manufacturing child porn. Groton imposed a 30year sentence but suspended all but 13 years for the charges and ordered Ramirez to register as a sex offender.

The Ocean City police investigation began last June, when sheriff’s deputies arrested Erick H. Ramirez (no relation) on drug charges and uncovered sexually explicit videos on his phone.

Dozens of videos and photographs showed five men, including Ronaldo Ramirez, undressing the unconscious victim who passed out after a day of drinking, smoking marijuana and taking Xanax pills.

Ocean City Police detectives identified Ramirez and four others in the videos: Erick Ramirez, 21, and Elmer E. Casco-Hernandez, 21 of Silver Spring and Kevin J. Caceres, 20 and Anthony B. Alvarenga, 21, of Rockville, Maryland.

Images also show the men inappropriately touching the girl. The images’ time stamps show the assault continued for hours between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m.

“Each video shows a progression of the assault, and there are four images of Mr. Ramirez’s arm touching the victim to ending with being on top of her with her pants down,” Assistant State’s Attorney Diane Karsnitz told the court.

“The videos were shared with others to laugh about what happened.”

The videos were also shared in various group text messages.

From previous testimony, the victim told the court that she knew some of her assailants from high school and friends of friends. She did not know she was assaulted until Worcester County deputies interviewed her months later.

Kadish asked the court for a shorter incarceration time, contending that Ramirez had gotten caught up in pack mentality.

“They were all smoking and drinking, and they acted like animals. I agree the video is stomach-turning to watch,” Kadish said. “Some of the moral compasses were off track, and they all behaved inexcusably. My client is so

ashamed of what he did he can’t watch the video.”

Groton sympathized, but said that compassion for the victim overrode any compassion for Ramirez and his family.

“It strikes me that he comes from a good family, like the other defendants in this case, and he appears as a polite and respectful man,” Groton said. “But

not one of them called on their past to say ‘this is wrong,’ and be concerned for the welfare of the young lady. Not take advantage of her and videotape it.”

In addition to sentencing him to prison, Groton ordered five years of supervised probation once Ramirez leaves prison. Ramirez was also ordered to pay $1,145 in fines and court costs.

Pierce enters not guilty plea Continued from Page 16 Last month, State’s Attorney Beau Oglesby told the Worcester County Circuit Court he wished to stop the local proceedings in favor of the federal case.

Pierce, 59, pled not guilty to armed bank robbery and use of a firearm in the commission of a violent crime in U.S. District Court in Baltimore on June 23.

According to charging documents, Pierce allegedly stole $9,169 from the bank.

Pierce, also known as Tyrone S. Sabr, was arrested earlier this year after the Maryland State Police Crime Lab linked his DNA to the crime.

The robbery occurred on Aug. 24, 2016, when a man entered the Bank of Ocean City on 122nd Street, threatened the bank tellers with a gun and told tellers to empty the cash draw-

ers.

Witnesses described the robber as a light-skinned or African-American man in his late 20s or early 30s wearing a floppy hat and a fake beard. He was said to be approximately 5 feet 6 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall with a medium build.

Ocean City Police investigated the robbery of the bank branch, which has since been closed. Crime scene technicians processed the crime scene and sent evidence to the State Police.

In late January, Maryland State Police said Pierce’s DNA was found at the scene after linking it to a sample collected in 2001 when he was convicted of a bank robbery in Wicomico County.

Detectives arrested Pierce without incident at his residence in the 10300 block of Coastal Highway on Jan. 24.

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MLS 506843

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10301 QUARTER DECK LN - $599,000

312 BLUE HERON CT OCEAN CITY - $1,250,000

12104 S PINEY POINT RD BISHOPVILLE - $1,069,000

4BR/3.5BA 3570 sq. ft. , fenced yard overlooking pond in Glen Riddle.

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4BR/4.5 BA single family w/open bay views. Comes w/deeded boat slip w/10,000 lb lift, 2 Jetski lifts & pier.

Fireplace & dining room. Large kitchen w/granite countertops, plenty of cabinet space & room off the kitchen that can be used as a den or study.

MLS 507672

5BR/4.5 BA custom home on 1 acre overlooking river with deep water, dock & boat lift. 5668 sq. ft. Tile and HW floors, chef 's kitchen with granite counters & center island. Screened porch, breakfast room, office/loft. Lower level full bath and separate kitchen and could be used as inlaw suite. MLS 505517

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Staircase winds to 2nd floor, spacious family room overlooks water w/gas FP & cathedral ceilings. Family room w/open floor plan & gourmet chef 's kitchen w/corian counters.

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107 CAROLINE ST $429,900

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White marlin award draws eyeballs Social media, web stats show great interest in fate of city’s annual fishing prize

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) Ocean City officials have declared the city’s promotion of its $5,000 prize for the first white marlin caught in local waters a success, even though media presence surrounding the check presentation was lackluster.

Tourism Director Donna Abbott told the Tourism Commission last week that the city did get its money’s worth out of marketing the longstanding fishing prize.

“Hits on the fishing page on our website from the beginning of May until the marlin was caught were through the roof,” Abbott said. “Scott [Lenox] and I worked really hard in promoting it this year.”

After the City Council voted to eliminate the prize money during budget talks as a way to reduce spending, local businesses collected $6,000 to maintain the tradition. The council then reversed its decision providing that the prize and the resort itself would be marketed heavily though Lenox and Dave Messick’s “Hooked on OC” show and Fish In OC website.

The possible prize money available

overall was $16,000. That included the Ocean City Marlin Club’s annual $5,000 for the first catch of the season for a club member. That banner garnered 1,622 clicks when it was online.

“It was also the highest clicked banner of the other banners running at the time,” said Communications Manager Jessica Waters. “Page views for Fish In OC were also up 191 percent from the previous time.”

‘Hits on the fishing page on our website from the beginning of May until the marlin was caught were through the roof.’

Tourism Director Donna Abbott Comparing 2016 to this year, looking from May 1 to June 27, Fish In OC visitors had spiked from 3,473 hits to 5,267 clicks, showing an increase of 52 percent.

Social media posts using the #FirstWhiteMarlinOC hashtag created on Facebook specifically for the pursuit of the white marlin got 180,879 impressions and reached 188,578 users.

Hooked on OC videos promoting the white marlin prize garnered an average of 1,530 views.

Roughly 22 news outlets reported on the new prize money, ranging

from various local newspapers, radio and television outlets to national papers such as The Washington Post and U.S. News Report.

Despite the buzz the marketing campaign shows on paper, only local newspapers were present when Dave Taylor of Baltimore was awarded $5,000 during the July 3 council session. A smaller ceremony was also held earlier that day by the business community in Entry Park on North Division Street to hand Taylor a $6,000 check.

Ian Schwing landed a white the day before Taylor did, earning the $5,000 Ocean City Marlin Club’s prize. Schwing caught the marlin while aboard the Fish Whistle, captained by longtime Marlin Club member Charlie Horning, in Poor Man’s Canyon. He did not win the full prize, as the crew was fishing out of Indian River, Delaware.

Schwing will be presented his prize money during the Ocean City Marlin Club’s seasonal awards in October.

“A few hundred members attend the awards, it’s a big event,” said Ocean City Marlin Club President Franky Pettolina. “There’s many other seasonal awards. We give $2,500 to the first blue, $500 to the first white by a junior angler and $1,500 to the last white of the season.

It gets pretty competitive.”

Commissioners take second shot at meeting video

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 21, 2017) Though it may feel true, Worcester County is not the last county in Maryland to provide video records of its county commissioner meetings, though the board took action for the second time on Tuesday to provide that service.

Caroline, Dorchester, Garrett and Somerset counties join Worcester in not providing video access to county commissioner meetings.

Though long on the back burner, it wasn’t until last year the county contracted with ePlus to provide video of its meetings, but the government ended up exercising a return option, as it was dissatisfied with the results.

The commissioners voted to sign with Swagit, a privately held company in Dallas, Texas, that provides handsfree video solutions to governments.

The total installation costs are almost $53,000, which includes hardware, software and video capturing equipment. From there, the company provides three content packages, none of which allow native live streaming of meetings — that service is offered as a premium.

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County develops budget to maintain Pocomoke store Wholesale, retail liquor exit strategy hits snag, misses July 1 deadline with appeal

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 21, 2017) Since the July 1 deadline for the county government to exit the wholesale and retail liquor business has come and gone, Worcester County taxpayers are likely to get more than they bargained for as problems have arisen during the divestment process.

First, the county was forced to draw up a fiscal 2018 budget for the operation of the Shore Spirits location in Pocomoke City, as an appeal has been filed of the June decision to award the liquor license to the high bidder,

Kalpesh Patel.

The budget, introduced during Tuesday’s meeting of the Worcester County Commissioners, allocates more than $1 million to maintain the last vestiges of the Department of Liquor Control until the appeal is settled. The hearing on the matter is scheduled for Aug. 31 in Worcester County Circuit Court.

The commissioners approved scheduling the proposed budget for an Aug. 15 public hearing during the county’s regular session in Snow Hill on Tuesday.

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County government sessions to be broadcast online soon Continued from Page 20 meetings split the browser window into two panes with the meeting’s agenda accompanying the video player. Users can click on indexed agenda items to jump to that conversation during the video playback.

All of the price packages include video streaming, but the least expensive option leaves out the indexing for $195 per month. Indexing each meeting before it is uploaded to the county’s website costs $495 per month, and indexing plus allowing Swagit to control the cameras and shots during the meeting costs $695 per month.

Additional meeting coverage is available as a flat $150 fee. The allocated 25 meetings would cover all of the county commissioner’s annual

meetings, but special budget sessions or additional work sessions would likely cost extra.

County staff recommended, and the commissioners approved, the most expensive option.

Three cameras will be installed in the commissioner’s meeting room at the government center in Snow Hill.

Swagit will control those cameras remotely, and each HD camera is capable of 10 different shots focusing on the board, the dais or a particular speaker.

IT Manager Brian Jones said he didn’t know how quickly recorded meetings would appear on the website after the sessions end, but assumed it would be less than 24 hours.

No estimate was given on when the new system would be installed.

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Thompson said he thought it was best to include the entire fiscal year in the proposal, since there was uncertainty as to when or if the county would be able to transfer the business to Kalpesh Patel.

Patel, of Berlin, successfully bid $1.175 million for the store and its inventory, which was first made public during an April meeting of the county commissioners.

Patel bid $950,000 for the real estate, furniture, fixtures and improvements, and the existing inventory for a 15 percent markup from county cost for the business.

In June, after longer-than-normal deliberations, the Board of License Commissioners awarded Patel a Class A liquor license allowing the sale of liquor, wine and beer at the shop, which previously only stocked wine and liquor. The sale of the store and its contents to Patel is contingent on the delivery of the license.

As part of the bidding process, the county is obliged to endorse and support Patel’s claim, which county government spokesperson Kim Moses said includes at least some of the costs of defending the board’s determination. Operating the store in the interim, she said, is preferable to shuttering it, because a viable business is preferable to starting from scratch.

The Shore Spirits store in Pocomoke City is located in a strip mall near the Wal-Mart with two other businesses that also have liquor licenses.

However, the owners of those shops were not allowed to petition for the same kind of liquor license Patel

inherits through the purchase because of the way the state law was enacted.

All three license commissioners — Marty Pusey, Billy Esham and Charles Nichols — blamed the state law enabling the county to exit the liquor business for the trouble.

Previously, there was no such thing as a Class A liquor, beer and wine license in Worcester County, because the county had control over all liquor sales via the Department of Liquor Control. That license was created with the beginning of the new fiscal year on July 1.

In addition, those owners argue that allowing beer sales at the county store would negatively affect their businesses, and called the modified liquor license for Shore Spirits unfair competition.

Those owners aren’t alone. Other shops in the same mall as well as other citizens and Pocomoke City Mayor Bruce Morrison came out against the change, telling the board that the liquor needs of the community are being met.

Competition not being one of the criteria to allow or deny a liquor license to an applicant, the board decided to grant the license.

In 2015, when the decision was made to dissolve the county’s liquor department, losses were estimated between $1-2 million by the former county attorney. The former head of the department, who resigned in protest over the action, said the losses would be closer to between $4-5 million. Bids on the county stores, especially the Pocomoke City store, beat expectations, but couldn’t account for litigation or missed deadlines.

The county said it wouldn’t release information on department assets, profits or losses until the annual audit is complete and released in December.

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Beach patrol members also have other jobs Coast Guard, tugboat mate and PE teacher help keep OC surf safe this summer

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer This story is part of an ongoing summer series featuring Ocean City Beach Patrol members and their other jobs.

(July 21, 2017) Kelly and Joe Keefe met on the Ocean City Beach Patrol competition team in 2012, while rookie Charles Fannon spends his first season guarding the resort surf this summer.

“I love the excitement of the job,” Kelly Keefe said. “The people and friends I’ve made from the locals on the beach, to the people I work with … we are a big family.”

Keefe, 31, loves to meet new people, help train the rookies and make a difference in peoples’ lives.

“I really wanted a challenging job,” Keefe said. “I love being on the beach and helping people. This was a great fit.”

Crew Chief Keefe, who is from Baltimore, has been a member of the Ocean City Beach Patrol for nine summers. She has also worked as a middle school physical education teacher in Howard County for the past five years.

Keefe met Joe through the Ocean

City Beach Patrol competition team during the summer of 2012. The couple were engaged in October 2015 and were married eight days later.

“I couldn’t tell you how many jobs I quit to keep coming back,” Joe Keefe said. “I love the camaraderie with friends and spending the summers together helping people and making a difference.”

From Langhorne, Pennsylvania, he will guard the Ocean City shore for his eighth summer. “[Ocean City Beach Patrol] hooks you in,” Keefe said. “Being outdoors and not knowing what is going to happen that day. You’re enforcing ordinances on the beach, helping someone who needs medical attention or pulling people out of the ocean.

Everyone loves going to the beach.

Why not get paid to hang out?”

Keefe, 27, had worked as a pool lifeguard and was a swimmer in college before talking to a friend about coming down to Ocean City and trying out for the beach patrol.

“I like doing the rescues,” Keefe said. “If I wasn’t there, the story might have changed to a different outcome.”

Keefe has been in the Coast Guard for about three years. He was stationed in Chincoteague, Virginia, for 2.5 years and moved to New Orleans three weeks ago.

He also completed a six-month

training program in North Carolina to become an aviation survival technician or Coast Guard rescue swimmer while stationed in New Orleans.

Surf rescue technician Fannon, 27, is spending his first season guarding the Ocean City beach.

“Contributing to the Town of Ocean City in a positive way and being a part of the town [is important,] Fannon said. “I’ve lived here a long time and have my own place.”

Fannon, who is originally from Baltimore, lived in Ocean City every summer when he was growing up and accompanied his girlfriend to tryouts in Salisbury this past February.

“I was impressed with the professionalism and spoke with Bob Wagner [OCBP alumni guard],” Fannon said. “He asked why I wasn’t trying out and talked me into it.”

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Joe and Kelly Keefe met on the Ocean City Beach Patrol competition team in 2012. The couple were engaged in October 2015 and were married eight days later.

Keefe couple met in 2012; Fannon in his first season Continued from Page 23 boat mate for a little more than two years, realized he could also work part-time on the Ocean City Beach Patrol this summer. In April, he passed the test in Ocean Pines.

This fall, Fannon plans to test for his master’s license to become a tugboat captain.

“Because I started at the entry level position and I am working my way up to a captain, I am called a hawsepiper,” Fannon said. “When I was 18, I began the deckhand orientation in July and started in November. I’ve been doing it ever since. It will be nine years in November.”

Currently, he operates the tugboat, which moves coal barges in the Baltimore Harbor, when the captain is otherwise occupied.

“My favorite place to work was the New York Harbor,” Fannon said.

“I’ve been all over the East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico. Traveling around towing fuel and petroleum barges.”

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BOARD OF EDUCATION BRIEFS

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) The Worcester County Board of Education discussed the following at its Tuesday meeting:

Character awards The Maryland Center for Character Education at Stevenson University will honor Snow Hill Elementary School and Stephen Decatur High School at its 2017 awards conference in October.

The program recognizes schools throughout the state that have developed, implemented and are continuing comprehensive character education initiatives in their school

communities.

Each school will receive a School of the Year Character Education banner along with a certificate of recognition from the Maryland Center for Character Education at Stevenson University on Oct. 5.

Teacher evaluations Teacher evaluations based on professional practices and student growth are required in Maryland on a yearly basis. Evaluations give teachers feedback and allows for growth and improvements in teaching.

Student growth is measured through student learning objectives such as standardized and state tests.

Non-tenured teachers have four observations a year, although tenured teachers had different options to show their professional practice objectives, such as mini-observations, portfolio and video artifacts.

Fifty-seven percent of teachers were considered highly effective and 43 percent were effective in professional practice. In student learning objectives, more than 99 percent of teachers were effective or highly effective.

Overall, 60 percent of teachers were highly effective and 40 percent were effective in professional practice and student learning objectives.

Educator program pilot A professional learning platform for Maryland educators in Worcester County was piloted this year. Teachers are encouraged to take advantage of the professional learning opportunities based on their own needs to grow and improve their skills.

The Maryland College and Career Readiness Professional Learning program allows educators to track their professional learning and earn points toward completing professional learning levels. After completing each level, teachers receive a certificate or badge and can also earn credits.

Teachers can post activities that are cataloged into a professional learning portfolio once they create an account.

In January, 65 percent of teachers were registered for the program, which rose to 70 percent by May. The goal is to have all teachers in the district utilizing the program.

Foundation check Todd Ferrante, chairman of the Worcester County Education Foundation, presented a $38,000 check to the members of the board to help pay for the digital conversion process next school year.

The committee was established in November 2013 and includes residents from area businesses and private sectors.

Their mission is to create a partnership between the schools and community in addition to giving students equal access to digital devices and a world-class education.

“It has been a pleasure to work with this organization,” Ferrante said.

“We’ve raised an excess of $650,000 and I think we will reach the milliondollar mark next year.”

The foundation has created an endowment fund and planned a number of events throughout the county including concerts in Berlin and Snow Hill.

“These donations are supplement funds for our children and teachers in

the county,” said Superintendent Lou Taylor. “They expedite our needs and have made digital conversion a reality for Worcester County Public Schools.”

Communications survey A communications survey is open to parents near the end of the school year to measure the quality of school system communication sources, identify the most effective communication sources, refine goals and increase parental involvement in school activities.

The survey included questions about specific means of communicating, inclusive of interpersonal interaction, electronic, multimedia, social media and print publications. The survey also asked participants to give an overall rating of communications at the district and school levels.

This marks the third year the survey has been administered entirely online.

Only 19 percent of households completed the survey with 72 percent of responses coming from the northern end of the county and 34 percent of responders were parents with children at Ocean City Elementary School. There has been a decline in participation over recent years and access to the internet at home may be the reason.

About 95 percent of responders ranked district communications with three stars or higher and 91 percent of participants ranked school level communications with three stars or higher.

In the future, a strategic plan for effective communication will be developed along with alternative ways to collect county communication data with efforts to boost participation.

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LICENSE COMMISSIONER BRIEFS

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 21, 2017) The Board of License Commissioners discussed the following topics at its monthly meeting this past Wednesday at the government center in Snow Hill:

Assatea Island Surf Shop Assateague Island Surf Shop and Café requested and received a Class B license to offer craft and upscale beer and wine to its customers.

Owner Denny Riordon explained his customers are different from those of other area bars, and are more interested in brands beyond standard domestic fare. Riordon said his café and attached retail shop both conform to this model in keeping with the kind of customers he attracts.

“It’s mostly families with young kids or older folks coming through,” he said.

Riordon said that although his business has an outside area, he has no desire to allow customers who purchase drinks to consume them outside and would take precautions, including posting signs and training employees, to prohibit that behavior.

The board approved his request.

Buddy’s Crabs and Ribs With his third season underway, Buddy’s Crabs and Ribs owner Joe Sinkaus wanted to expand his live entertainment options, add outdoor events and a couple of pinball machines, but didn’t get everything he asked for.

Residents from neighboring condos, some just 25 feet away from the restaurant, were concerned about moving from a three-piece band to five

pieces, though the music would have remained unamplified. Sinkhaus also wanted to offer a DJ for the increasing number of events he hosts, like weddings, but both requests were denied by the board.

Sinkhaus did get his video games and the remaining conditions on the license — left over from the previous owners Bahama Mama’s — were unchanged.

Board chairman Billy Esham recused himself from this proceeding, as he had a hand in developing some of the condominiums in question, though he retained no units in those buildings.

Fat Daddy’s/Big Mama’s Making the transformation of Fat Daddy’s uptown location at 8201 Coastal Highway to Big Mama’s, the liquor license was transferred from the former owners to the new owners, Richard and Laura “Big Mama” Mathabel, William Esham III and Brian Daugherty.

All parties agreed that the restaurant layout and operations are essentially unchanged from what had come before, and so the transfer was made without much discussion.

License Commissioner Chairman Billy Esham recused himself from this hearing, as his son is financially involved with Big Mama’s.

OC Brewing Company As the former resident agent for OC Brewing Company moved to Florida, a new party responsible for infractions or unpaid taxes needed to be identified. Karan Bealla will now fill that role.

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WORLD WAR II - 80 YEARS AGO

Soviets promoted Battle of Brunete since early 1937

By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III Contributing Writer (July 21, 2017) This week, 80 years ago, Republican forces under the command of Gen. JosĂŠ Miaja Menant took the offensive against Nationalist troops outside of Madrid. Soon after the fighting began, Gen. JosĂŠ Varela Iglesias was given command of the Nationalist forces. Soviet advisors to the Republican government had been urging an attack on Brunete, which is 15 miles west of Madrid, with a population of 1,500, since the spring of 1937. In fact, they had forbidden the use of Soviet weaponry, or “advisors,â€? on any other campaign.

The objectives of the Republican forces were twofold. The immediate objective, of course, was to defeat the Nationalist forces besieging Madrid and, secondarily, relieve the pressure on the Northern Front. The Basque provinces had already been lost, and now Santander and Asturias were threatened.

The “EjĂŠrcito Popular de la RepĂşblicaâ€? (People’s Republican Army), of 85,000 men, was organized in two corps: V, commanded by Lt. Col. Juan “Modestoâ€? Guilloto LeĂłn, and XVIII, led by Enrique Jurado Barrio. Each of the corps contained three divisions.

In Col. Modesto’s V Corps were Enrique LĂ­ster’s 11th Division; the 35th International Division commanded by Karol Ĺšwierczewski; and the 46th Division, led by “El Campesinoâ€? (The Peasant), ValentĂ­n GonzĂĄlez GonzĂĄlez. Everyone were

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Communists, hewing to the party line, as dictated from Moscow.

El Campesino was a former sergeant in the Spanish Foreign Legion. Ĺšwierczewski’s nom de guerre was “Gen. Walter.â€? He was a Polish Communist, who, in the assault on Berlin, would command Second Polish Army. After the war, he became Deputy Defense Minister of Poland until his assassination in 1949. He was the model for Gen. Golz in Hemingway’s “For Whom The Bell Tolls.â€?

Both Líster and El Campesino, after the fall of the Republic, fled to the Soviet Union. After Franco s death, both returned to Spain, and wrote books about their experiences.

Líster served as a general in the Red Army during World War II. After the revolution in Cuba, he led a delegation of Spanish-speakers to assist the fledgling government in organizing Committees for the Defense of the Revolution. Upon his return, he became a general in the Yugoslav Peoples Army — probably the only man in history to hold the rank of general, or equivalent, from three countries.

Jurado was the only non-communist senior commander, but he became ill and was replaced by Lt. Col. Segismundo Casado LĂłpez. The three divisions of XVIII Corps were led by JosĂŠ Maria Enciso Madolell, Francisco GalĂĄn RodriguĂŠz, and JĂĄnos GĂĄlicz (“Gen. Galâ€?).

Enciso commanded the 10th Division. In 1938, he was captured and joined 3,000 others who were executed at Zaragossa.

GalĂĄn was a veteran of the “Guardos Asaltos,â€? a national police force used mostly in the countryside, and had remained loyal to the Republican government. He commanded the 34th Division. “Gen. Galâ€? was a Hungarian veteran of the Red Army, and the former commander of the 15th International Brigade. Gals 15th Division included the 13th and 15th International Brigades, commanded by Maj. Vincenzo Bianco, whose nom de guerre was “Kriegger,â€? and Croat Communist Vladimir Ćopić.

Kriegger’s Brigade contained the Balkan Chapiev or Tschapaiew Battalion, named for Vasily Ivanovitch

Tschapaiew, a hero of the Russian Civil War; the French Henri Vuillemin Battalion, named after a hero of the 1871 Paris Rising; the Polish Mickiewicz Battalion, named for Poland’s greatest poet, Adam Mickiewicz; and the Franco-Belgian Louise Michel Battalion, named after a heroine of the 1871 Paris Rising, the “Red Virgin of Montmartre.â€? Ćopić’s Brigade contained the British Battalion; the American Abraham Lincoln and George Washington Battalions; the French 6th FĂŠvrier; the Canadian Mackenzie-Papineau Battalion (“Mac-Papsâ€?), named for William Lyons Mackenzie and LouisJoseph Papineau, leaders of the, unsuccessful, 1837 Canadian rebellion against British rule, commanded by Edward Paul Cecil-Smith; the Yugoslav Dimitrov Battalion, named for Georgi Dimitrov, who would briefly hold the position of premier in postwar Bulgaria.

The Republican reserve force consisted of three divisions commanded

by Gustavo DurĂĄn Martinez, Cipriano Mera Sanz, and Emilio KlĂŠber. KlĂŠber was the nom de guerre of Manfred Zalmanovich “Lazarâ€? Stern, a Hungarian officer in the Red Army, who had served in the Imperial and Royal Army of the Austro-Hungarian Empire during the Great War, as a captain.

He adopted his nom de guerre from Jean-Baptist KlĂŠber, a famous general of the French Revolution.

KlÊber commanded the 45th Division. Mera was an anarchist and bricklayer by trade, and commander of the 14th Division. Durån was a composer, who had previously served as KlÊber’s chief-of-staff, and commanded the 69th Division.

The Republican infantry was supported by 40 armored cars, 300 aircraft, 130 tanks, and more than 220 field guns. The assault was launched at dawn after a heavy artillery and aerial bombardment on July 6.

Again, the International Brigades were in the thick of the fighting. To the south of Madrid, II Corps, commanded by Col. Carlos Romero GimĂŠnez was to make a diversionary attack toward Cuesta de la Reina.

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WORLD WAR II - 80 YEARS AGO Continued from Page 28 Spain’s President Manuel Azaña Y Diaz, said that, “If we cannot succeed with such forces, we will not be able to manage it anywhere.” In that, he would be proved correct.

Gen. Varela’s Nationalist Army of the Center consisted of two corps - I and VII, commanded by Col. Juan Yagüe y Blanco and Gen. Varela. Col. Yagüe’s I Corps consisted of the 11th, 12th, 13th, and 14th Divisions.

The 11th Division consisted of the red-bereted Carlists, commanded by Col. José Iruretagoyena Solchaga.

The Carlists were mostly from Navarre and supported the restoration of the monarchy. The 12th Division was commanded by Carlos Asensio Cabanillas. The 13th Division was considered an elite division, known “la Mano Negra,” (the Black Hand) and was commanded by Fernando Barrón y Ortiz. Col. Yagüe commanded the 14th Division.

Gen. Varela’s VII Corps contained only the 71st Division commanded by Col. Ricardo Serrador Santés. Col. Santés’ division was composed, primarily of men from the Fascist-styled Falange Party, together with a battalion of Moroccans.

After the battle began, the Nationalist Army was reinforced by two more Carlist brigades, commanded

by Camilo Alonso Vega and Juan Bautista Sánchez González, as well as the 150th Division commanded by

Cuban-born Gen. Eduardo Sáenz de Buruaga y Polanco.

In the early hours of July 6, Lister’s 11th Division began the assault by attacking the village of Villanueva de la Cañada, which today has a population of 18,000, and by noon, of the following day, the town had fallen.

After nine days of heavy fighting, in 100-degree heat, and some inconsequential territory gained, the Republican offensive ground to a halt on July 15.

The following day, the British Battalion lost its leader, George Nathan, who was described as having a “...cool arrogance under fire.” The British suffered another loss on July 20, when Virginia Woolf’s nephew, 29year-old poet Julian Bell, was killed, serving as an ambulance driver. He had been in Spain a month.

The Republicans dug in and waited for the Nationalist counterattack, to be launched on the anniversary of the rebellion, July 18. The counterattack was halted after a week, and the recovery of some of the lost territory. Both sides claimed victory. The Germans gained the most, since the Legion Kondor, with its new Messerschmitt Bf-109s, had been instrumental in achieving air superiority over the battlefield and blunting the Republican offensive. As a reward, the German Reich was granted most favored nation, status and soon began receiving shipments of raw

materials.

It was during a Nationalist counterattack that Gerda Taro was fatally injured. She was the fiancé, and fellow photographer of, Robert Capa, credited with taking “The Photo.” At a time when Republican forces were retreating, she hopped onto the running board of Gen. Walter’s car.

When it collided with a tank, she was seriously injured. Although her injuries were not initially thought fatal, she died after surgery.

The body of “La Pequeña Rubia,” (The Little Blond) as she was known in Spain, was returned to Paris, where she and Capa had met. She is buried in Le Père Lachaise Cemetery.

She was 27.

The international brigades suffered considerably, both in reputation and human losses. During the battle, many had left the front and refused to return, because of protests about the incompetence of the army’s leadership. At one point, 300 were captured, and later found with their legs cut off. In retaliation, El Campesino ordered the execution of 400 of Franco’s Moroccans.

When President Azaña learned of these atrocities, he asked, “Is this the birth of a new Spain?” After two days of fighting, the British Battalion, under the command of Fred Copeman, saw its effectives dwindle from 331 to 42, while the XI International Brigade of Germans suffered 1,025

casualties, out of 3,555.

The Abraham Lincoln Battalion was originally led in this battle by Oliver Law. He was the first AfricanAmerican officer to lead an integrated American unit in combat. He was killed on the sixth day of the battle, on “Mosquito Hill,” and was buried there. The Lincolns, Washingtons and Mac-Paps lost so many that they were merged into one battalion.

Mirko Markovicz was promoted to the command of the reorganized Lincoln-Washington Battalion, but was soon relieved of his command, when he refused to obey a command to order the battalion to advance. He was replaced by Steve Nelson.

In the end, Republican forces had recaptured 50 square miles of territory. But, because of the tactics used, especially with its tanks, the Republic squandered a great opportunity to win a significant victory, and relieve the pressure on Madrid, and the North.

As a result of the Soviet influence, it insisted on dispersing its tanks throughout its army, instead of concentrating them, as the Germans did.

Once again, the future adversaries, studying the battle, drew different conclusions about the use of tanks and their future effectiveness. The Germans believed that they should be used together, at the point of attack, and not dispersed throughout the army as the Republicans had done.

The French thought the opposite.

The tactics that were adopted for the use of the armor by the Republicans came from the Soviets/Communists who were increasing their influence within the Republican military, if for no other reason than the U.S.S.R. was supplying the bulk of the Republic’s weapons. Unfortunately, with the trials, and executions, of Marshals Mikhail Nikolayevich Toothaches, Commander-in-Chief of the Red Army, and Alexander Iliac Yegorov, Chief of the General staff of the Red Army, the innovative ideas about the use of armor, later to be adopted, with great success by the Wehrmacht, were abandoned, and ridiculed, by the Soviets. No Soviet “advisor” dared suggest that Tukhachevsky’s ideas be followed in Spain. Had the Marshal’s ideas been used, this battle, and possibly the war, would have ended differently.

The cost to the “Republica Ejercito Popular” was 25,000 casualties, 80 percent of its armor and one-third of its fighters. The Nationalists suffered 17,000 casualties and their material losses were far less than the Republicans. In addition to the tactics and leadership, the difference had been the planes of the German Legion Kondor.

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OBITUARIES LORI ELAINE HORN Ocean City Lori Elaine Horn, 54, of Ocean City, Maryland, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 27, 2017.

She was born to the late Ralph and Ann (Senior) Horn on Aug. 17, 1962.

Lori attended Old Dominion University and Boston University before pursuing a career in sales and Lori Elaine Horn marketing.

She worked for the Norwich Bulletin, the New Haven Register and the Connecticut Post and went on to become an independent marketing consultant which she did until April of 2017.

Lori moved back to North Stonington, Connecticut this spring to be with family during her final battle with cancer.

Lori is survived by her sister, Gayle (Larry) Chappell; five nieces and nephews and their spouses, Jennifer (Sam) Emert, Wes (Penny) Chappell, Darrell (Michelle) Chappell, Lindsey (Sam) Beil, Brooke (Brian) Stout; and 19 great nieces and nephews, Abbey, Asa, Ethan, Josiah, Grace, Lyvia, Hudson, Emma, Weston, Jackson, Jay, Quinn, Zoe, Ava, Bailey, Calvin,

Jacob, Benjamin and Chase, all of whom she loved dearly.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 27, 2017 at 6 p.m. at the North Stonington Bible Church, 100 Jeremy Hill Road, North Stonington, Connecticut 06359, followed by a fellowship dinner at the church dining hall. There are no calling hours and there will be a family graveside service.

Memorial contributions may be made to Ethnos360.org/give designated to Wes Chappell in memory of his aunt, Lori Horn. For online condolences, please visit www.bucklerjohnston.com.

MELVIN STEPHEN BISHOP Salisbury Melvin Stephen Bishop, age 61, passed away on Tuesday, July, 11, 2017 at his home.

Born in Salisbury, he was the son of Betty Davis Eure and the late Melvin James Bishop.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Jo Ann Jones Bishop, and children, Thomas Michelsen and his wife, Amy, Douglas Jones, Betty Jo Bishop, and Crystal Dawn Bishop, all of Salisbury, and Stevie Marie Cvetko and her husband, Bobby, of Marion, Maryland.

There are eight grandchildren, Au-

tumn, Bailey, Robert, Kenny, Catherine, Charlie, Claire and Hayden. Also surviving is his step-father, Dan Eure; sister, Janice Bunting and her husband, Norman, of Berlin; brother, William Mumford of Delmar, Maryland; special uncle, Vernon Davis of Berlin, and several Melvin Bishop nieces and nephews.

He leaves behind his beloved dogs, Max and Miley, and will be joining his beloved dog, Remington.

Steve was a 1973 graduate of Stephen Decatur High School and a United States Army veteran. He had worked as a maintenance coordinator with Rusty Management, and had worked also in home improvements.

He was a member of the Wicomico American Legion Post #64 in Salisbury, and enjoyed hunting, NASCAR, and was a follower of “CSI Miami.”

A funeral service was held on Saturday, July 15, 2017 at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Interment was private for the family. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

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JULY 21, 2017 91, passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2017 in Salisbury, Maryland.

She is survived by her daughter, Pam M. Hart, and granddaughter, Debra, and two great-grandchildren.

Kit is a native Washingtonian who started dancing in grade school recitals, local talent shows, USO shows in the US and Canada, local nightclubs and theaters. Kit combined ballet, tap, acrobatics, jazz and ballroom dancing in her routines and was accompanied by some of our leading musicians of the area.

She taught at many of the local dance studios, recreation departments, schools, churches, as well as her own studio, “Kit’s Dance Studio,” of Silver Spring, Maryland.

She recently taught on Sunday nights at the Spanish Ballroom in Glen Echo. She combines many years of performing and teaching with a love of dancing and music to make learning look so easy. She loved all arts, sports and also enjoyed gardening.

There will be a private service at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Letters of condolences may be sent to the family at burbage @burbagefuneralhome.com.

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Recent whale shark videos elicit caution from experts National Aquarium advises against jumping in water to swim for numerous reasons

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 21, 2017) Calling it an honor and a privilege to spot a whale shark, Assistant Curator for Blue Wonders at the National Aquarium in Baltimore Jennie Jansson said jumping in to swim with the gentle giants is taking the experience a bit too far.

Two whale sharks were recently spotted and captured on video in separate encounters about 70 miles off the coast of Ocean City. In one of the videos, an angler is seen swimming close to the fish, which Jansson said isn’t a great idea for safety and other reasons.

First, whale sharks have skin similar to other sharks — smooth as silk if rubbed one way, but as rough as sandpaper if struck against the grain, easily able to take off human skin should it be too close. Parasites and mutualistic species, such as remoras, are usually present on and around the bigger fish too, but are unlikely to be a danger to humans, Jansson said.

Also, whale sharks are filter feeders, like most whales, but are fish, unlike whales. They feed on plankton or small fish and squid, and don’t really present a direct threat to people.

They come near the surface for food, and are opportunistic feeders, so if one has surfaced in your area it’s because it has found a meal. By diving in with the fish, a person could disrupt that process, resulting in a hungry animal as well as a missed opportunity to witness something even cooler in the water.

“When whale sharks feed, they often just stop swimming and slurp at the surface,” she said. The fish’s huge, powerful tail stops moving and the shark goes vertical in the water, opening its huge mouth and filtering food, water, and whatever else is nearby through its gills.

That would give the observer a chance to look straight down its gullet.

On the other hand, if something bigger than it expects enters its mouth, say on the scale of an entire fish or even a person, Jansson said it would usually just spit that out. However, if a stray arm or leg enters the mouth and merely annoys the fish, it could do something very different.

“I’ve observed them just clamp their mouths closed and won’t open back up again — the longest I’ve seen a whale shark stay that way is several hours,” she said. “They probably wouldn’t sever anything, but they could break bones and drag you around for a while.”

In the relative isolation 70 or so miles offshore of Ocean City, that situation could go bad in a hurry.

Jansson said the usually docile fish don’t normally swim very fast, but they can move if they have the mind to.

“If they want to get away, they can,” she said.

It’s also possible to become trapped between boat and fish — a situation Jansson said is not ideal.

“They can squash you. I would not want to be between a whale shark and a boat,” Jansson said.

Before her work in Baltimore, Jansson helped launch the whale shark exhibit at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, which does allow people the opportunity to swim or dive with whale sharks in controlled environments for a fee.

Whale sharks are also a federally protected species. According to Maryland Department of Natural Resources Police PIO Candy Thomson, the maximum fines for first-time offenders for killing a whale shark is $3,500, injuring one is $2,000 and harassing the animal — usually defined as anything that causes the animal to change its behavior — can range from $1,000 to $10,500.

“You should definitely enjoy that moment,” when a whale shark is spotted in the wild, Jansson said.

“Take a photo, take a video.”

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Ozone-depleting substances being phased out in U.S.

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Owner Josh Lynch shows off the bar area at Greenhouse Café on 15th Street and Philadelphia Avenue, Monday afternoon.

Fresh alternatives at Greenhouse Café on 15th St.

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) Smoothies, fruit juices, omelets, entrée salads, deli sandwiches, beer and wine are a few of the fresh menu items patrons can order to go or enjoy at Greenhouse Café on 15th Street.

“We have vegan and vegetarian options including vegan sweets,” said owner Josh Lynch. “There is a gluten free menu. You can replace a sandwich with fresh juice or a smoothie. There are good alternative options.”

Fresh produce and ingredients are key to the menu items at Greenhouse Café, which serves breakfast all day.

Omelets, bagels, breakfast burritos and sandwiches are popular options.

Customers can also try out homemade wraps, deli sandwiches and large entrée salads in addition to a number of cold salads including chicken, tuna, tortellini, macaroni and shrimp.

Greenhouse Café carries Coastal Coffee Roasting, which is a local shop located in West Ocean City.

“We serve Coastal Coffee’s Cold Brew, which is steeped for 24 hours,” Lynch said.

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Smoothies, fruit juices, omelets, entrée salads, deli sandwiches, beer and wine are a few of the fresh menu items patrons can order to go or enjoy at Greenhouse Café on 15th Street and Philadelphia Avenue.

Chips, muffins, candy and chocolate-covered dates in addition to a number of smoothies and fresh juices are also options to consider.

“If you haven’t been here before at least try it,” Lynch said. “There are different options here. If you want to start a diet, this is a good place to start by replacing meals with smoothies or salads.”

A small bar area has six seats in the back with televisions and a range of wine options from organic to popular names. Half a dozen local craft beers

are on draft. Patrons can also purchase beer and wine to go.

“We have organic wine that is fully sustainable with no animal by-products,” Lynch said. “We also have gluten free beer.”

Lynch officially took over Greenhouse Café in October after working and helping run Caruso Pizza on the Boardwalk for 20 years. He has also catered weddings, worked at Southside Deli in Ocean Pines and helped open See JOSH Page 36

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (July 21, 2017) In the United States, ozone-depleting substances (ODS) are regulated as class I or class II controlled substances. Class I substances have a higher ozone depletion potential and have been completely phased out in the United States.

With a few exceptions, this means no one can produce or import class I substances.

Class II substances are all hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), which are transitional substitutes for many class I substances. New production and import of most HCFCs will be phased out by 2020. The most common HCFC in use today is HCFC22 or R-22, a refrigerant still used in existing air conditioners and refrigeration equipment.

This phase-down began in October 2014, following the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) identifying R22 refrigerant as contributing to ozone depletion.

By 2016, production of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) units that use R22 refrigerant was stopped. By 2020, the EPA requires that the production of R22 refrigerant end as well.

Homeowners will be affected because HCFCs are used in a wide variety of applications, including refrigeration, air conditioning, foam blowing, solvents, aerosols, and fire suppression. Although there are currently 34 HCFCs that are subject to the phase-out, only a few are commonly used. Historically, the most widely used include R-22 (usually as a refrigerant), HCFC-141b (as a solvent and foam-blowing agent), and HCFC-142b (as a foam-blowing agent and component in refrigerant blends). With this phase-out, the cost of R-22 will continue to steadily rise.

United States action to meet the phase-out schedule is as follows: 2015: No production or import of any other HCFCs, except as refrigerants in equipment manufactured before Jan. 1, 2020.

2020: No production or import of HCFC-142b and HCFC-22 (or R-22).

2030: No production or import of any HCFCs –Lauren Bunting is a licensed Associate Broker with Bunting Realty, Inc. in Berlin.

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Josh Lynch takes over reigns in October, adds menu items Continued from Page 35 the 32 Palm Restaurant inside the Hilton on 33rd Street.

“I’ve been cooking for 25 years and went to culinary school at the Le Cordon Bleu in downtown Pittsburgh,” Lynch said.

Loyal Caruso Pizza clientele have frequented Greenhouse Café the last few months and Lynch added new menu items in addition to his own décor including pictures and surfboards to the walls.

Greenhouse Café has partnered with neighboring T.C. Studios to host paint nights every Wednesday in July from 7-9 p.m.

In the next couple of months, Lynch plans to start recycling and weeding out Styrofoam, plastic bags and drinking straws.

Greenhouse Café is open every day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on 15th Street and Philadelphia Avenue. For more information, call 443-664-5671 or find them on Facebook.

Delmarva Power offers benefits (July 21, 2017) Delmarva Power recently provided $263,000 in additional merger benefits to customers in Maryland, following an April 12 Maryland Public Service Commission order providing $7.5 million to be directed to support low to moderate income customers.

Delmarva Power is providing these benefits as a result of the merger between Exelon and Pepco Holdings that closed in March 2016.

The benefits will assist low to moderate income customers in 10 counties. Delmarva Power is partnering with the Salvation Army (Sal-

isbury), the Cecil Heating Assistance Program and the Harford Co. Community Action Agency to help customers in need manage their energy use and bills.

“We care about our customers and are proud to deliver on our promise to continue to engage and support the diverse communities we serve,” said David Velazquez, president and CEO, Pepco Holdings. “As a member of this community for more than 100 years, Delmarva Power is continuing to focus on providing our customers with safe, reliable and affordable electric service.”

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Sea Rocket ocean thrill ride provides unique beach view

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Adventure seekers head out of the inlet for a ride along the coastline on the Sea Rocket, which has been providing guided boat tours in Ocean City since 1988.

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Brad Donahue, right, who pilots the Sea Rocket speedboat, poses with co-owner Todd Burbage on Tuesday. The pair took over operations of the business this year and have added a pontoon fishing boat to their offerings.

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) The new owners of Sea Rocket, an oversized speedboat used for guided tours along the ocean coastline, are bringing renewed energy to the long established Ocean City business.

Todd Burbage and Brad Donahue, who took over the reins at the oceanthrill ride company earlier this year, have expanded the offerings to include pontoon-fishing charters. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We purchased the operation just after the first of the year,â&#x20AC;? Burbage said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We spent extensive dollars fixing up the boats.â&#x20AC;?

While Burbage is new to the venture, he explained that Donahue is an old salt. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My business partner Brad ran the Sea Rocket for 15 years for the previous owner, who was his father in law,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was just a great, easy, smooth transition.â&#x20AC;?

The duo, who have been running guided tours, as well as parasailing and fishing charters since May, decided to rewrap the boats but kept close to the previous theme. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We went after the patriotic look,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Sea Rocket has always been sort of red, white and blue.â&#x20AC;?

Burbage said through revamped marketing efforts the business has developed partnerships with numerous hotels and restaurants on the island. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This has been more, we call it gorilla marketing, where weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re out in the streets,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We hired interns that go out three times a week and see all the hotels.â&#x20AC;?

The business partners found many resort proprietors were already quite familiar with their operation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sea Rocket has been around since 1988 in Ocean City and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sort of an institution here,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The only thing new is we have the Sea Rocket bay fishing.â&#x20AC;?

The Sea Rocket guided tours, which can last up to an hour, start from the inlet and cruise the coastline as far as the Carousel Hotel on 117th Street before re-

turning to dock, Burbage said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our boat has the big rooster tail that shoots water out the back, which kids love,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It makes it appear that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going faster than normal.â&#x20AC;?

The precise time for each journey is tough to calculate depending on what encounters occur, Burbage said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We see tons of dolphin out there,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re able to stop and show the kids who might not have seen dolphin in the wild before.â&#x20AC;?

Burbage and Donahue are both committed to giving back to the community when opportunity arises. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In two weeks weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re hosting Big Brother and Big Sisters for free,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just to get kids and non profits, maybe the demographic that hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been on the water, to get them out there and enjoy it.â&#x20AC;?

The Sea Rocket guided tours cost $22 for adults, $13 for seniors, and $10 for children ages 3-12. Children younger than three ride for free. The speedboat makes eight trips per day beginning at 9:30 a.m. The schedule is reduced from September 3-24 to two daily trips at 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The crew does a great job entertaining people,â&#x20AC;? Burbage said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a fun, sort of inexpensive opportunity for people to get out on the water [and] see Ocean City from a different angle.â&#x20AC;?

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Mortgage seminar for homebuyers

(July 21, 2017) Edward S. Lee, founder of Teach Them To Fish (TTTF), is passionate about helping people to become homeowners and share in the American dream.

He will host a seminar on Saturday, July 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Salisbury to educate potential homebuyers and help resolve their credit issues.

Free brunch is offered to registered guests.

“If you can pay your monthly rent, you can pay a monthly mortgage,” Lee said. “Two reasons why

so many people rent, when they really want to own their homes are: they are intimidated by the process and because they have bad credit.”

Three scheduled seminars will take place during 2017 and 2018 (July, October and January). Six weeks of training will follow each event. Seating is limited to 125 people. Register online at tttfdelmarva.com.

Professionals from financing, mortgage companies, business, vendors, financial planners, credit

NOTICE OF FY 2017/2018 ADOPTED EXPENSE BUDGETS FOR WORCESTER COUNTY The Worcester County Commissioners adopted the expense budget for the General Fund on June 6, 2017. The Solid Waste Enterprise Fund and Wastewater Services Enterprise Fund budgets were adopted on June 20, 2017, all of which became effective as of July 1, 2017.

WATER & WASTEWATER ENTERPRISE FUND Personnel Services $ 4,712,754 Supplies & Materials 888,667 Maintenance & Services 3,941,880 Other Charges 147,444 Interfund Charges 720,192 Capital Equipment 401,000 TOTAL APPROVED EXPENSES $ 10,811,937 Charges for Services Interest & Penalties Operating Grants Miscellaneous Transfers In TOTAL ANTICIPATED REVENUES

$ 10,501,270 131,700 26,000 151,850 1,117 $ 10,811,937

SOLID WASTE ENTERPRISE FUND Personnel Services Supplies & Materials Maintenance & Services Other Charges Interfund Charges Capital, Depreciation & Closure TOTAL APPROVED EXPENSES

$ 2,210,422 61,055 1,138,500 206,050 281,372 2,006,000 $ 5,903,399

Tipping Fees Licenses & Permits Recycling Interest Penalty Fees Other Revenue Transfers In – General Fund Recycling Grant Transfers In–General Fund Convenience Center Grant Transfers Out TOTAL ANTICIPATED REVENUES

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$

3,480,000 375,000 173,500 5,000 2,000 230,000 1,042,255 624,068 (28,424) 5,903,399

counselors and real estate, will train seminar participants in financial literacy over the six-week training course. The trainers will bring their professional and practical experience to the classroom to: teach, mentor, educate, inform and help prepare the participants to become homeowners.

Also, the participants will use Freddie Mac’s CreditSmart® certification program as a study guide.

The seminars and classes are free to the public. For more information, contact Lee at 443-783-1623.

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Executive Committee During its June board meeting, board members were approved as the Ocean City Development Corporation Executive Committee for June 2017-May 2018.

President Chris Trimper, Trimper Amusements; Vice President Blaine Smith, retired Ocean City Zoning administrator; Secretary Stephanie Meehan, Funcade; Treasurer John Lewis, MR Ducks/Talbot Street Inn; and Immediate Past President Bob Givarz, Alaska Stand.

The OCDC is a nonprofit organization charged with revitalizing downtown Ocean City. For more information about the organization, visit www.ocdc.org.

GENERAL FUND Board of Education: Operating Expenses Debt Payments to be paid on behalf Boat Landings Circuit Court Commission On Aging County Administration Debt Service (less Education Debt) Development Review & Permitting Economic Development Elections Emergency Services Environmental Programs Extension Office Fire Marshal Grants to Towns Health Department Human Resources Insurance & Benefits: (Includes OPEB-all employees ) Interfund Transfer- Solid Waste: Homeowner Convenience Centers Recycling Jail Library Maintenance Division Mosquito Control Division Natural Resources Orphan's Court Other General Government Other General Government: (State Dept. of Assessment Operating Exp) Parks Public Works Recreation Recreation & Culture Roads Division Sheriff Social Service Groups State’s Attorney Taxes Shared with Towns Tourism Treasurer Vol. Fire Companies & Ambulance Companies Wor-Wic Community College: Operating Expenses TOTAL APPROVED EXPENDITURES Property Taxes Income Taxes Other Local Taxes State Shared Federal & State Grants Licenses & Permits Charges for Services Fines & Forfeits Interest Misc/Sale of Assets/& Other Transfers In – Other Funds Transfers In – Casino/Local Impact Grant Funds Transfers In - Solid Waste Convenience Centers Transfers In – Solid Waste Recycling TOTAL ANTICIPATED REVENUES

$

84,912,776 10,720,812 71,515 1,338,734 1,111,050 917,693 1,597,458 1,614,407 372,277 748,231 2,850,764 1,274,707 176,170 488,589 5,810,456 5,503,824 359,789 16,510,593 624,068 1,042,255 9,193,421 2,508,445 1,030,433 219,558 503,496 28,294 2,248,449 622,852 480,105 471,814 1,091,220 105,500 3,846,622 7,423,046 864,370 1,367,522 17,335,070 1,132,235 1,108,286 7,160,427

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Ocean City Marlin Club’s 13th Kid’s Classic this wknd.

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The Sushi crew earned first place in the Heaviest Stringer Weight Division of the 30th annual Ocean City Tuna Tournament, held last weekend, with a total of 470 pounds. The team received a check for $200,013. They are pictured last Saturday at the Ocean City Fishing Center after their first of two fishing days.

More than $785K awarded to tuna tourney winners

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (July 21, 2017) Ocean City Tuna Tournament organizers were thrilled with the success of the 30th anniversary event, held last weekend, as 88 boats entered into the competition and more than $785,000 was distributed to the winners.

“It went wonderful. It was a very good year,” said Tournament Director Jennifer Blunt. “We’re very happy with the turnout, number of participants and payout. We had great crowds every day. Everything went smoothly. After 30 years we finally got it.”

Participation jumped by 10 boats from 2016 and the prize money increased from $625,500 last year to $785,280 in 2017.

“We had more added levels this year and we raised the price on some,” Blunt said. “More people are getting into the added levels and more are going across the board.”

Organizers changed the boat size added levels this year. They were: boats 35 feet and under, 36-51 feet and 52 feet and larger. A majority of the tournament boats (42) were in the 52 feet and larger category.

Thirty-one fell in the 36-51 feet range, and 15 were in the smaller boat 35

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Charlie Coates, 16, came in second place in the 30th annual Ocean City Tuna Tournament’s Junior Angler Division with the 103-pound bluefin he landed aboard Reel Intents last Saturday. He won $500.

feet and under level.

A majority of the fish caught were yellowfin tuna. A good amount of bluefin were brought to the Ocean City Fishing Center scale in West Ocean City. No big eye tuna were

weighed.

Jamie Romero landed the largest tuna of the competition, a 115-pound bluefin. Romero and his Absolut Pleasure teammates were awarded See ROMERO Page 40

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (July 21, 2017) The Ocean City Marlin Club’s 12th annual Kid’s Classic tournament was a huge success last year, as approximately 350 junior anglers participated. Organizers are anticipating another large turnout for the 13th edition, scheduled for this Saturday and Sunday.

While there are some new participants each year, a number of junior anglers compete in the tournament annually.

“Many of them come year after year and look forward to this event,” said Amanda Shick, the Ocean City Marlin Club’s operations manager/event coordinator. “They enjoy fishing and the camaraderie this particular event gives them with other junior anglers. Plus, the carnival and awards ceremony is a fun celebratory event that lets us treat our youngest anglers and gets them excited about fishing.

“And, to hopefully become future members of the Ocean City Marlin Club, to continue working together to create an interest in our area’s sportfishing and to promote the conservation of the sea and her creatures,” Shick added.

Registration for the tournament, a partnership with Wish-A-Fish Foundation, will begin today, Friday, at 6:30 p.m. at the Marlin Club, located on Golf Course Road in West Ocean City. A captains’ meeting will follow at 7:30 p.m.

The tournament is open to anglers 19 and younger. The cost is $200 per boat with an unlimited number of anglers. 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, shark 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.

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Romero on Absolut Pleasure lands largest tuna of tourney

Junior anglers fishing on Ashy’s Boat proudly display the fish they reeled in during the Ocean City Marlin Club’s 12th annual Kid’s Classic last year. They are pictured at Sunset Marina in West Ocean City.

Wish-A-Fish Foundation to take over 100 youth fishing Continued from Page 39 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 – the Tortuga, Judith M and Calico Jack, and newly added this year, the Bay Bee and Miss Ocean City.

“Due to the tremendous response this year we have gone to two additional head boats for a total of five,” said Frank Goodhart, coordinator of WishA-Fish.

Wish-A-Fish Foundation’s mission: “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.”

Last year, nearly 70 children and their families participated. As of earlier this week, 113 youth, which includes special needs children, siblings and their friends, as well as those who are underprivileged/disadvantaged and in foster care, were signed up, according to Goodhart.

“Some kids don’t get the opportunity to do this. The kids and parents are very appreciative of what we do,” he said. “It really melts your heart.”

Including parents, guardians and volunteers, more than 200 will go out on the five boats this Saturday. ‘[This year] will be our most attended Wish-A-Fish event since its start,” Goodhart said. “There’s quite a bit of excitement on the boats. When they do get lucky and catch a fish, everyone is hollering and cheering.”

Many new angers will be fishing this year, he added. First-time participants will receive a rod and reel combo.

Those who have fished in the event before will take home a gift from Wish-AFish.

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 Wish-AFish participants.

In 2016, about $3,700 was donated to the Wish-A-Fish organization through tournament proceeds, participant, private and corporate donations.

The event has raised more than $57,000 for the foundation over the last 12 years.

For more information, call 410-2131613 or visit www.ocmarlinclub.com.

Continued from Page 39 $309,130 for first place in the Single Largest Tuna Division.

A majority of that money – $171,000 – came from the Level H Pro Tuna Jackpot, which is a winnertake-all pool for the largest single tuna. It costs $5,000 to enter and 38 of the 88 tournament boats registered for the calcutta.

No Slack angler Glenda Cahall came in second place with her 109pound bluefin, worth $35,813. The Wayne’s World crew finished in third place with Annie Roe’s 106-pound bluefin. The group won $27,588.

The Sushi crew earned first place in the Heaviest Stringer Weight Division, with a total of 470 pounds. The team received a check for $200,013.

A large portion of that money – $108,000 – came from the Level G Heaviest Stringer Jackpot. Fortyeight out of 88 tournament boats registered for the calcutta.

The Goin In Deep finished in second place with a stringer weight of 364 pounds. The crew pocketed $48,738. The Stalker team took third with 306 pounds. The anglers won $32,275.

Aaron Colegrove hooked a 24pound dolphin while fishing on Primary Search. The fish was worth $20,320. Dave Gorelick’s 22-pound dolphin caught aboard Fish Whistle, was good for second place. The crew

received $2,300 for the fish.

Cahall was the top lady angler with her 109-pound bluefin. She received $1,500 for first place in the division.

Roe finished in second place in the division with her 106-pound bluefin.

She was awarded $1,000. JL Cropper’s 99-pound bluefin reeled in aboard Myra HT took third. She was presented $500.

Women were well represented in the tournament. At one point, the top three fish on the leaderboard were caught by ladies. Thirty-five participated in the event this year.

“We’re seeing more ladies fish in the tournament, and more fish caught by females being weighed,” Blunt said.

Fifteen-year-old Roe won the Junior Angler division and an additional $1,000. Charlie Coates, 16, came in second place with the 103-pound bluefin he landed aboard Reel Intents. He won $500. Sixteen-year-old Let It Ride angler Walter Jordan finished third in the division with his 60-pounder. He was awarded $250.

Mike Runk caught a 55-pound wahoo while fishing on the Legasea.

He won the division and $9,900.

The Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company will be presented $3,330 from the Level Q charity donation calcutta. Absolut Pleasure received the same amount for landing the single largest tuna.

FINALIST Worcester Prep junior Tucker Brown, of Rehoboth Beach, was named a Kelly Award finalist for the “Best High School Lacrosse Player in Maryland.”

The 71st annual C. Markland Kelly Award Banquet, sponsored by the Maryland State Lacrosse Coaches Association, was held at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on June 4. Brown was one of 44 finalists selected from more than 150 Maryland high school teams in the state.

Brown has been a key player in Worcester Prep’s soccer, basketball and lacrosse programs.

This year, his teams swept all three ESIAC championship titles, as well as Brown being named ESIAC Player of the Year in both basketball and lacrosse. Brown is pictured with WPS Head Lacrosse Coach Kevin Gates.

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Fourth annual Huk Big Fish Classic slated for July 28-30

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (July 21, 2017) The Huk Big Fish Classic has grown each year since its inception and the 2017 competition is expected to be the largest yet.

As of Tuesday, 25 boats were pre-registered for the fourth annual Huk Big Fish Classic, many of which are firsttime participants. Teams have registered from New Jersey, Virginia, Delaware and Maryland.

“We anticipate about 80 boats this year, if the weather is right,” said Brian Roberts, co-director of the tournament, adding, with an estimated purse of about $450,000. “I think it will be a great tournament.”

A total of 67 boats entered the 2016 tournament and $333,695 was distributed among the winners. It was a huge jump from 2015 when 46 boats participated and $202,000 was presented to the winners. That was also an increase from the first year in 2014 when 32 boats registered and $92,920 was awarded to the teams catching the top fish.

Teams can choose between two 32hour slots: 7 a.m. Friday, July, 28 to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 29, or 7 a.m. Saturday, July 29 to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 30.

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.

Registration is currently open. The cost to enter the tournament is $800 per boat. Final signups will take place Thursday, July 27, from 4-8 p.m. at M.R. Ducks on Talbot Street, bayside. A captain’s meeting will follow.

A tournament kick-off party will begin at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Captain Morgan Rum will offer tastings and there will be live music. The Captain Morgan pirate mascot will be on hand during weigh-ins.

There are several added entry-level divisions, or wagering pools, which range in cost from $200 to $1,500, and include billfish, tuna, meatfish (dolphin, wahoo and shark) and small boat (38 feet and smaller).

“Talbot Street Stringer” calcutta has two levels to enter which cost $500 and $1,000. Teams can select any four fish

they catch in 32 hours for a combined total weight.

The billfish release division, sponsored by Atlantic Tackle, has been adjusted this year. Anglers can’t use live bait for the 2017 tournament release division. The cost to participate in the entry level is $1,000.

This year there is no weight minimum for blue marlin, but the minimum length is 104 inches. Several blue marlin met the minimum length of 100 inches last year, but failed to make the 400pound minimum, Roberts said.

There is also no weight minimum for swordfish, but the length minimum is 56 inches.

“We wanted to make sure fish that come to the scale are given credit because they’re difficult to catch,” Roberts said.

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 during the 2017 tournament. All fish must be weighed at the Talbot Street Pier.

Tournament weigh-ins will take place from 4-9 p.m., Friday, July 28 and Saturday, July 29. The scale, located between M.R. Ducks and the Angler in downtown Ocean City, will be open from 4-8 p.m. Sunday, July 30. Weigh-ins are free and open to the public. There will also be live music each evening and vendors selling artwork, clothing and event merchandise.

“The format is the same – go out and catch the biggest fish,” Roberts said.

“Fishing is good. White and blue marlin are starting to show up, tuna fishing has been good. It will be interesting to see how the tournament turns out and what could win. The biggest fish wins the tournament.”

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.

For more information, visit www.bigfishclassic.com.

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Riley Evans looks at ease while riding a wave during the ESA Summer Surf Series, June 24. The action continues this Saturday in the ocean near Assateague Island National Seashore.

ESA Summer Surf Series contests continue Saturday

By Morgan Pilz Intern (July 21, 2017) The third round of the 50th annual Eastern Surfing Association (ESA) Summer Surf Series will take place this Saturday, July 22, where amateur surfers can compete to win prizes and a chance to qualify for the ESA Mid-Atlantic Regional Championship and the ESA Eastern Surfing Championship.

Competitors of all ages can participate in divisions including Bodyboard, Shortboard, Longboard and Stand up Paddleboard. There is also an “Open” division for Shortboard and Bodyboard where all age divisions are eligible to compete.

Competitors must arrive to the designated ready area 15 minutes before their competition begins.

This Saturday’s event will take place in the water at Assateague Island State Park from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

In addition, there will be a bonfire on the beach and camping after the competition ends. An entry fee to the park costs $8 and tent sites cost $30. A cookout including hamburgers, hot dogs and S’mores will be provided.

“We expect this Assateague contest to be our biggest contest this year,” Delmarva ESA District Co-Director Mark Donohue said. “We hope to have good surf and fair weather so

many people can enjoy a gem that we are fortunate is located right on our Delmarva peninsula.”

The contest will take place north of the group campsite crossover. There will be campsite rentals available. To sign up or learn more about campsite rental visit dnr.maryland.gov or call 1888-432-CAMP. The deadline to register for this event was July 20, but participants can sign up the day of the event for an additional $15, however, there are limited spaces available. The cost to participate is $20 for the first division and $10 for every division after.

The first ESA event took place June 3 in the water near 30th Street in Ocean City. “[It]…was a great success,” Donohue said. “We had fun waves and sunny weather [and] the heats ran smoothly…”

The second series competition was held on June 24 in the water near 46th Street.

“The [second] contest was great,” Donohue said. “We had very good surf all day, especially in the morning with some head-high sets. Overall, the event was great and there was some excellent surfing.”

There were more 100 participants and spectators on hand for both competitions.

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Competition held at Assateague Is. State Park, Sat.

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Nearly 6,000 softball players are expected to participate in the United States Specialty Sports Association’s (USSSA) Fastpitch Eastern World Series until July 29 in Worcester County, including Ocean City, and Wicomico County. A beach bash kickoff party will take place near the Caroline Street stage in Ocean City this Monday, for players, coaches and their families.

USSSA World Series to host kickoff party in Ocean City

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) A beach bash kickoff party at Ocean City’s Caroline Street stage on Monday, July 24 will start off the third week of the United States Specialty Sports Association’s (USSSA) Fastpitch Eastern World Series.

Teams will begin lining up for a parade around 3:30 p.m., which will start at 4 p.m. Players and coaches will walk around the Jolly Roger Amusements at the pier and continue to the Caroline Street stage while their fam-

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“They can bring rolling coolers or wagons, and teams are also invited to dress up to represent a decade to go along with this year’s theme, ‘Through the Decades,’” said Niki Wheatley, Director of Marketing and Public Relations for Wicomico County.

DJ Wookie from OC 104 is slated to spin tunes at the event and teams will hang around after the parade to eat pizza and play games including KanJam, spike ball and ladder toss.

There will be a couple guest speakers such as Wicomico County Executive Bob Culver, Mayor Rick Meehan, Worcester County Commissioner Joe Mitrecic, and Bill Dowell, the USSSA vice president of fast pitch and fast pitch director of Maryland and Delaware.

Nearly 6,000 softball players are expected to participate in games until July 29 in Worcester County, including Ocean City, and Wicomico County.

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Morgan Johnson competes in the girls’ under age 16 category during the ESA Summer Surf Series, held off the beach at 46th Street, June 24.

a day enjoying our local beaches.”

Each division will have trophies and awards, as well as sponsor-donated giveaway prizes. The list of sponsors can be found at surfesa.org.

Participants must be ESA members. A family memberships costs $95. A competition membership costs $65 for all divisions. A fee of $20 covers the first event during each contest, and $10 for every other division after.

Supporting membership cost $35 and is for non-competitors. To become a lifetime member the cost is $1,000 (includes five divisions).

Scheduling info can be found on the delmarva.surfesa.org website or Delmarva ESA Facebook. Updates on ESA’s website and social media will be frequent since the association will occasionally have to make adjustments due to surf/weather forecast.

Anyone interested in signing up for the events can do so at Delmarva.surfsignup.com which can be found on the Delmarva ESA Facebook page and Delmarva website at delmarva.surfesa.org. Those who are looking for age specific events can find the age divisions at www.surfesa.org. Questions can be sent to delmarva@surfesa.org or through messenger on Delmarva ESA’s Facebook page.

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Continued from Page 41 “A lot of the participants are repeating [competitors] because they accumulate points to qualify for [the] Regional Championship and the Eastern Championship,” Donohue said.

The fourth and fifth events will take place in the water near 46th Street on Aug. 19 and Sept. 30. The deadlines to register for these two events are Aug. 17 and Sept. 28, respectively. The cost to participate in an event at each competition is $20, $10 for each additional division.

Founded in 1967 by East Coast Surfers, ESA was created to promote, preserve and protect the sport of surfing on the East Coast. ESA is dedicated to the sport of amateur surfing, as well as the operation of a program of amateur competition for surfers of all ages and abilities.

In addition, ESA promoted the establishment and preservation of free access to a clean shoreline and ocean environment.

ESA is the largest amateur surfing association in the world. The association’s activities are organized into a total of 25 districts, which extend along nearly 2,000 miles of coastline.

Stretching from Maine through the Gulf Coast of Florida, Alabama and the Great Lakes, each district’s programs are developed and operated by a dedicated group of volunteer directors and staff.

“The ESA Summer Surf Series events have been going on in Ocean City for decades where local surfers and bodyboarders have an opportunity to compete in monthly contests throughout the summer and early fall,” Donohue said. “Since surfing is generally an individual sport, the ESA contests are a great opportunity to link up with other surfers in the community, sharpen your skills and spend

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Thousands of softball players to participate in tournament Continued from Page 42 tive atmosphere, and they are going for national championship titles,” Wheatley said. “The players, coaches and parents have put so much into their season to get to this point and participating in this event is a testament to their talent and dedication to the sport.”

The event draws almost 400 teams from 15 states and Canada during the three weeks of festivities.

In Worcester County, games are scheduled to be played at John Walter Smith Park, the Northern Worcester

Athletic Complex and Northside Park.

Tournaments are open to the public and free.

“Teams playing in this tournament are among the most talented in the nation,” Wheatley said. “Girls who have played in USSSA events in the past have moved on to play professionally. The public is welcome to attend these games to check out the up-and-coming talent in the world of softball.”

For more information and a schedule of games, check out www.SalisburyChampionships.org.

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This training will take place at the Worcester County Recreation Center in Snow Hill on Friday, July 21, from 8 a.m. to noon and is open to all high school students including incoming ninth graders. Seniors who graduated in 2017 will not be eligible for participation.

This one-day program will give players a chance to scrimmage and fine-tune skills before the high school season be-

gins. Players will work on all volleyball skills, such as passing, digging, serving, hitting, blocking, setting and different volleyball match scenarios.

Players of all skill levels are encouraged to participate. Registration cost is $20 per player, and payments must be received prior to participation. Players will need their own knee pads and sports attire. All other equipment will be provided.

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Berlin Little League All-Star teams capture district titles

Both the Major League and Senior League All-Star teams are among several Berlin squads to capture District 8 titles this season.

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Senior League: The Senior League team, which consists of players ages 14-18, captured the District 8 title on June 28 in Salisbury, defeating West Salisbury, 11-10. The team then won the state championship with a 7-5 victory over Talbot, in Maugansville, Maryland, July 12. The Berlin squad went undefeated in the state tournament.

“We really played well,” said Head Coach Cameron McDonough. “A lot of these guys have been down this road before, and they know how to win. It’s been a lot of fun.”

The boys will now compete in the regional tournament. They are scheduled to play Friday at 11:30 a.m. in West Deptford, New Jersey.

Major League: The Major League team, made up of players ages 10-12, earned the District 8 title last Tuesday in Salisbury after edging out Fruitland, 6-2.

“The boys and the coaching staff are excited to play Thurmont Little League [again] for a state title and the opportunity to represent Maryland in the Mid-Atlantic regional tournament held in Bristol, Connecticut,” said Head Coach Craig

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The Major League team lost to Thurmont Little League on Tuesday, 3-2, in Fruitland. The next day, Berlin defeated Concocheague Little League, 9-2.

The squad was scheduled to face Thurmont on Thursday in Fruitland. If Berlin won, the team will play Thurmont again on Friday for the state championship at 6 p.m. in Fruitland.

Berlin 10-11 Team: The 10-11 Little League team, which consists of players ages 10-11, took home the District 8 title with a 10-2 win over Delmar, in Fruitland last Saturday.

“We have a great group of boys and parents and a supportive Little League,” said Head Coach Robert Phillips. “They practice hard and have a winning mindset. Win or lose I know they will give 100 percent.”

The team will now compete in the state tournament, which starts Saturday in Easton. The opening ceremony begins at 9 a.m. The first game for the Berlin team is at 1 p.m. against St. Mary’s Little League. The boys will have to win five games to become state champions.

Softball Minor League: The Softball Minor League team, made up of players ages 8-11, won the District 8 title last Thursday with an 18-8 victory over the Delmar Minor League All Stars.

“I started Little League softball in Berlin five years ago, and this is the first time one of our teams have won a district,” said Head Coach Katie Griffin.

“These girls are young – most of them 9 years old – but they have an amazing amount of fight in them and are very coachable.”

On Monday in state competition, the Berlin Minor League squad played Four County in Brunswick, Maryland, and won, 17-8. The girls faced St. Mary’s County All Stars on Wednesday in Brunswick and were defeated, 33-3, ending their run for a state title.

“It was an amazing experience for everyone involved and Berlin Little League softball will build from this team’s success and hopefully inspire more girls in our area to play softball,” Griffin said.

Intermediate: The Intermediate League squad, which consists of players ages 11-13, captured the District 8 title, topping Delmar, 7-6, in Fruitland, June 28.

The team finished third in the doubleelimination state tournament in Hughesville, Maryland.

The Berlin squad won its first state game against Conocoheque, 22-1. The group lost to Hughesville, 8-4. The team was eliminated from the tournament by Four County Little League, 10-6.

“First and foremost, they came together as brothers,” said Head Coach Ken Pilarski said. “They played truly as a team, very sportsmanlike, just a really good bunch of boys.

“Wherever they were asked to play, they played their hearts out,” he continued. “They’re really a good bunch of kids to coach. One of the best groups I had in 14 years,” he added.

Lifestyle

July 21, 2017

Ocean City Today Arts, Calendar, Crossword, Dining, Entertaiment, Events, Features, Music

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Inside Going Out Taylor Sloan ast week, Seacrets servers and bartenders were given tours of Seacrets Distillery, located next to the bar and restaurant on 49th Street.

It is rather impressive that the distillery produces the coconut, white, gold and spiced rums; clear, lemon, orange and grapefruit vodkas; gin, light-whiskey and bourbon-whiskey that Seacrets uses as its rail liquors.

If you are at least 21 years of age, you should definitely take a tour of the beautiful distillery. Tours run noon to 6 p.m. daily, every hour on the hour. Parties of six or more should call ahead and reservations can be made online as well as in person.

The cost is only $10, and unlike the employees who toured, each participant gets to try three liquor samples in the tasting room (it sounds as fancy as it is). Don’t forget to give Seacrets Distilling Company a “like” on Facebook.

After you’re finished, enjoy lunch, dinner or happy hour at Seacrets Bar and Grille next door.

Here is everything happening this week at some of the bars and restaurants around town.

The Big Easy on 60, 60th Street, is open daily, serving breakfast, starting at 8 a.m., as well as lunch and dinner.

Come to The Big Easy on 60 for happy hour this week, daily from noon to 6 p.m. Specials include $5 frozen drinks, crushes and import beers, $3.50 rails/house wines, $3 domestic beer and $2 off specialty cocktails. In addition, get $6 appetizers.

Don’t miss $3 Abita beer Sundays with Bryan Russo playing 5-8 p.m.

Visit www.thebigeasyon60.com for more info.

BJ’s on the Water, 75th Street, offers happy hour 4-7 p.m. daily at the bar. Drink specials include $2.25 Miller Lite, Coors Light and Natural Light cans, $1.75 domestic draft mugs, $3 domestic draft pints, $3.25 domestic bottles, $3.50 premium beers and $4.50 imports.

Food specials include a pretzel dog and fries for $4.99, hot fingers and fries, $5.99, and $7.99 pork barbecue sliders. Get the entire menu, lunch or dinner, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 See INSIDE Page 47

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Some of the most prolific and active volunteers of Diakonia gather for a group photo outside of the West Ocean City nonprofit’s headquarters.

Pictured, from left, are Debbie Xenakis (three years), George and Marie Hollendersky (10 years) and Jackie Disharoon (37 years).

Volunteers key component of org.

Diakonia relies on support from community members to keep operation running

By Josh Davis Associate Editor (July 21, 2017) Diakonia has operated for decades under the slogan, “Help for Today and Hope for Tomorrow,” providing emergency and transitional housing – along with a number of other services – for men, women and families on the Lower Eastern Shore.

The West Ocean City nonprofit is run by a small, paid staff, but it’s largely the more than 100 volunteers who each day work with people in need and keep the operation going.

Ocean City resident Jackie Disharoon has been with Diakonia since 1980, after reading a newspaper article stating the shelter needed nonperishable food.

“I said, ‘I understand you’re asking for nonperishable food, but don’t you feed people there every night? Would you like a couple homemade loaves of bread for tomorrow night?’” she said.

“They said they would love it, so I decided I would do that on the 25th of every month to celebrate Christmas.”

Today, Disharoon bakes three dozen cookies and donates two gallons of whole milk on the 25th of each month.

She helps to make 30 Christmas stockings each year for adults at Di-

akonia, a program her twin sister, Jo, originated. The sisters also make 10 Christmas quilts for the children each year.

Disharoon, something of a master couponer, regularly donates school supplies and other items as well.

“We buy like $1,000 worth of school supplies on sale for $200,” she said. “I bought $95 the other day for $25 at Staples.”

She worked with Diakonia Executive Director Claudia Nagle to develop the “Hug It” program, making pillowcases so each person who leaves does so with a new pillow and two pillowcases.

Claudia Nagle “They’re supposed to hug it to them if they need comfort, and call Diakonia,” she said.

“There’s a little card that goes with it that talks about the journey, wishing them well, and our phone number is in there and I sign them and we follow up with that,” Nagle said. “Everybody gets one.”

Disharoon said she helps simply because she can.

“I was in the same boat,” she said.

“I was never homeless because my family took us in, but I can remember eating oatmeal three weeks at a time … for every meal. So I just pass it on.”

Ocean Pines residents George and Marie Hollendersky have volunteered

for about 10 years.

“What brought me on board was my wife,” George said. “She was a volunteer first and she believed in that saying that a happy wife is a happy life, and she wanted me to be very happy, so I volunteered.”

He started putting up shelves at the shelter and was later recruited to help with the Used to be Mine Thrift Store.

“They asked me if I was handy with a hammer and a saw and a paint brush, and I said I was,” he said. “We did all the work there, painting and installing shelves and anything else they needed. They called me a handyman at first, and then I was a fixer-up man and lately I’m the trash man.”

The thrift store started as a small, one-room operation on Sunset Avenue in West Ocean City. Now, it covers three storefronts.

“It’s just outstanding,” Hollendersky said. “It made me proud of the people that worked there and the progress that we made.”

His wife began volunteering after reading a call for help on a church bulletin board. She started by answering phones one day a week, and later helped in the thrift store, sorting new items each Tuesday, and working as a clerk on Wednesday.

She now manages volunteer scheduling for the store and trains new volunteers.

“I enjoy every minute,” she said.

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Volunteer in thrift store, food pantry or cook house dinner Continued from Page 45 “We branched out from that one room to a second room of clothing, and now we have a furniture room, which is just unbelievable.”

The store is open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Marie said word has gotten out that Tuesday is the sorting day for new items, which then appear in the store for the first time on Wednesday.

“The line wraps around the building on Wednesday mornings,” she said.

Ocean City resident Debbie Xenakis has volunteered for three years and counts herself as “very, very lucky they took [her] in” as a helper.

She learned about Diakonia through a personal experience.

“We had been residents of Ocean City for only three years, and during the winter someone was living in a shed on our property,” she said. “The property manager said [to the person] you may have one more night, but we can’t do this. It’s not legal. So, he gave him $20 and said stay the night, get a hot a meal, and tomorrow get on the bus and go to Diakonia.”

Xenakis said she visited Diakonia and read over the mission statement, and was immediately hooked.

“Every single person that is on campus at Diakonia lives that mission,” she said. “It doesn’t matter if someone is coming to the pantry to share food or shop for food, or if someone is coming with a check for the golf tournament – every single person, most especially the staff and the residents, live with dignity.

“It is a remarkable atmosphere. I am there as frequently as I am invited to be. It is a very, very positive piece of life,” Xenakis added.

She described her role at Diakonia as “putting cans in plastic bags and getting to hug people.” She works in the food pantry.

“I get to meet the people who do need to shop there, I get to meet the people who have things to share, I get to meet the people who are just dropping things off for donation,” Xenakis said. “Slowly and appropriately, when guests remain in residence for an extended period of time, I also get to learn from them.”

Nagle said each volunteer brings his or her own experience to Diakonia, but every helper does so out of “the generosity of their hearts and their kindness.”

“Each of them really exemplifies the mission in their outlook and outreach to people,” she said. “They are friends and they’re like family. We wouldn’t be able to do what we do in the community without each of these people and their genuine kindness and care for each other, for others, and for the community itself.”

For the clients, mostly people who are down on their luck and in need, Nagle said it’s important for volunteers to carry a unified message of

hope.

“Through their actions and their consistency, the message for the people who use our programs and need something, they’re given the message that people care and people support them,” she said. “The dignity and the respect is there, and it really helps with the idea of purpose and belonging to a community versus being disconnected.

“The fact that we have dedicated people like Debbie and Jackie and George and Marie, it really gives the message that there is hope,” Nagle continued. “They’re willing to help and there’s no strings attached. They want to be able to share their time and their gifts by making the community a better place. And by doing that, by volunteering, it really invests the community in the work that we’re doing, and it invests us in the community.”

Nagle said volunteers are needed both onsite and off. They can cook a dinner for the house, help in the thrift store or food pantry, or even answer phones.

“That’s very important to us – getting people to where they need to be, and in a kind way. It’s not ‘push threefour for the food pantry,’” she said.

“Whichever project it is, whatever program it is that somebody is calling about, the underlying issue is they’re in a vulnerable position.

“No one wants to say ‘I don’t have a place to live, I can’t pay my rent, I need food to feed my family,’ so it’s really important that the people that they meet and that supports them is gracious and welcoming and helps to ease them in that process,” she added.

“It’s much more than just Tuesday answering phones from 9 to 11. It’s the whole idea of how that small community is supported by the people who volunteer and then make it possible for us then to support so many needs in the community.”

For more information, or to volunteer, visit www.diakoniaoc.org or call 410-213-0923.

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The event is a fundraiser to support veterans and wounded soldiers.

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a.m. daily.

Friday, July 21, hear Full circle, 9 p.m. Saturday, July 22, listen to Chest Pains, 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, catch The Girlfriends, 6-9 p.m.

For more, visit www.bjsonthewater.com.

Bourbon Street on the Beach, 116th Street, features happy hour 37 p.m. daily, which includes $2 Natural Light, $2.50 drafts, $3.50 rail drinks, $5 house wine and margaritas and $6 hurricanes and crushes.

Food specials include $1 oysters, $8 char grilled oysters, $9 wings and $8 half-pound burgers.

Friday, July 21, hear Rusty Foulke, 8-11 p.m. Saturday, July 22, listen to Rusty Foulke, 8-11 p.m. Sunday, July 23, watch Billie Collins, 6-9 p.m.

Monday, July 24, catch Just Jay, 69 p.m. Tuesday, July 25, hang with Charlie Z, 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, hear Walt Farovic, 6-9 p.m. and do open mic, 9-11 p.m. Thursday, July 27 catch Chris Button, 7-10 p.m.

For more, call 443-664-2896.

Captain’s Table, 15th Street, is open daily for breakfast and dinner.

Monday through Saturday breakfast is served 7-11:30 a.m. Sunday, breakfast is offered 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., with lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sunday, indulge in $3 Bloody Mary’s and mimosas.

Dinner and lite fare start at 5 p.m. daily. Happy hour is 5-7 p.m. Drink specials include $1.50 Miller Lite drafts and $1 off house wines and premium rail cocktails.

Enjoy music by Phil Perdue on the piano, Thursday through Tuesday, 5:30-9:30 p.m. To make reservations, call 410-289-7192.

Clarion, 101st Street, offers several dining and nightlife options.

Hear On The Edge, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. in the Ocean Club, Friday, July 21 and Saturday, July 22. DJ Dusty spins, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

At Lenny’s beach bar and pool listen to On The Edge from 5-10 p.m., Friday through Sunday.

Breakers Pub is open at 11 a.m. daily and offers $6.95 lunch specials. Happy hour is 4-7 p.m. daily with $2.30 drafts, $2.90 domestic beers, rail drinks and house wines and $3.85 margaritas. To hear more, call 410-524-3535.

Coconuts Bar and Grill, located at Castle in the Sand Hotel, 37th Street, offers happy hour from 5-6 p.m. daily with two-for-one drinks.

Coconuts features its own craft brew by Burley Oak Brewing Company, “Drunken Monkey Ale,” an American Pale Ale. Tipsy Turtle Tuesday is back again this season as well. Order a Tipsy Turtle drink on a Tuesday and be entered to win a trip to the Bahamas. Drawing in September.

Try Coconuts’ Eastern Shore crab dip and crab salad. An assortment of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, tacos and wraps are also available.

Friday, July 21, hear Darin Engh, noon to 4 p.m., followed by The Swell Fellas, 5-9 p.m. Saturday, July 22, listen to Cool Change, noon to 4 p.m., then catch Kevin Poole and the Gang, 5-9 p.m. Sunday, July 23, hear Monkee Paw, noon to 3 p.m., followed by Bettenroo Duo, 4-8 p.m.

Monday, July 24, check out Nate Clendenen, noon to 3 p.m., followed

by Bob Wilkinson, Joe Smooth and Pete, 4-8 p.m. Tuesday, July 25, hang with the Aaron Howell Duo, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., followed by Rick & Regina, 3-7 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, hear Shortcut Sunny, noon to 3 p.m., followed by Chris Button and Joe Mama, 4-8 p.m. Thursday, July 27, Kevin Poole will perform, noon to 3 p.m., followed by Chris Diller, 4-8 p.m.

For more, visit www.castleinthesand.com.

Coins, 28th Street, features happy hour daily, 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include domestic drafts, $2; domestic bottles, $2.75; and rail drinks/chardonnay/cabernet for $3.50. Food specials include a quarter-pound hot dog, $2; 12 steamed clams/wings, $6; and mussels, $7.

Hear North Meets South, Saturday at 9 p.m. For more, call 410-2893100.

Cowboy Coast, 17th Street, offers specials weekly. Check out happy hour Monday through Friday, 3-6 p.m.

Get a $2 drink of the day, $5 specialty drinks, crushes and frozen cocktails and $2.75 domestic drafts.

Monday, play red neck Olympics, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Games include beer pong, flip cup, corn hole, bocce ball and bull riding. Tuesday, feast on an eight-ounce sirloin and fried popped shrimp for $17.99. Learn to line dance 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, beat the clock, 8 p.m. to midnight, starting with 25-cent drafts at 8 p.m.

Enjoy bucked up Thursday, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. with free mechanical bull rides and prizes. Listen to music played by DJs Adam Dutch and Bigler with a mix of dance, rock and country.

This Friday and Saturday, listen to DJ BK beginning at 9 p.m. Rodney Adkins comes to Cowboy Coast Sunday, July 23. Doors open at 5 p.m.

Tickets are available via Ticketmaster. For more, call 410-289-6331.

Crab Bag, 130th Street, offers happy hour daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. to close. Drink specials include $1.50 domestic drafts, $2 rails and domestic bottles, $3.50 wines by the glass, $3.95 32-ounce mini pitchers, $4.95 Bloody Mary’s and $5.95 orange crushes.

Enjoy outdoor seating with three all-you-can-eat crab options: the first includes crabs, corn, slaw and fries; get it with fried chicken or with ribs and steamed shrimp. To hear more, call 410-250-3337.

Duffy’s Bayside Bar and Grille, 130th Street, take part in Irish Tuesdays with $3.17 drink specials.

Happy hour is noon to 6 p.m. daily.

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Get domestic bottle/drafts for $2.25, import beers for $3.50, Guinness for $5, rails are $3 and calls and house wine are $3.75.

Hear Bob Hughes, Friday, July 21, 5-9 p.m. Tuesday, July 25, catch Chuck Kelly, 8 p.m. to midnight. For more, call 410-250-1449.

Fenwick Crabhouse, 100 Coastal Highway Fenwick Island, is open seven days a week at 11 a.m. Happy hour is daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. with $7 food specials include crab dip quesadilla, Fenwick baked oysters, fish and chips and “Cali” dog with fries. Drink specials include $2 domestic drafts, $2.50 cans, $3 martinis, $4 rail drinks and $5 house wine by the glass.

Crab specials include $3 off each person’s all-you-can-eat order before 4 p.m. For more information, call 302-539-2500.

Fish Tales, 22nd Street, bayside, provides happy hour 3-6 p.m. daily with $5 orange crushes. Torada Tuesday features $4 Torada shots and $5 bombs. Wednesday is locals night, where guests can enjoy 75-cent Natural Light drafts and $2.75 wells. Friday, get $4 fireball shots, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Celebrate Christmas in July all day on Tuesday, July 25. Dress festive for the occasion. Santa will arrive on Jet Ski. Bring a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. To hear more, call 410289-0990.

Frog Bar and Grill, 806 S. Atlantic Avenue at the Inlet Village, features all day and night drink specials including $1.75 Natural Light, $2.75 Bud Light bottles, $3 froggy shooters and $5 orange crush. Enjoy Froggy Hour from 8-9 p.m. with $1 Miller Lite and Bud Light drafts and $5 pitchers.

Frog Bar and Grill also serves breakfast, 8-11 a.m. To hear more, call 410-289-FROG. Guido’s Burritos, on the Boardwalk

between North Division and First Street, has DJ Papi Roisterous on Sunday spinning 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Drink specials include $3 margaritas, cervezas and tequila and $6 bullhorns. To view the menu and other specials, visit www.guidosburritos.com.

Guido’s Burritos, 33rd Street, has happy hour daily from 3-6 p.m. Get two-for-one drinks. DJ Papi Roisterous spins every Thursday, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information, call 410524-3663.

Harborside Bar & Grill, 12841 S. Harbor Rd. West Ocean City, offers happy hour from 4-7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Drink specials include $2 rails and domestic beer bottle/drafts and $5.50 orange crushes. Food specials include $5.99 buffalo wings/pound of steamed shrimp, $7.99 bowl of garlic mussels and two dozen steamed clams for $12.99.

Friday, July 21, catch DJ Billy T, 4 p.m. Saturday, July 22, hear Side Project or Chris Button, 2-6 p.m., followed by DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. Sunday, July 23, check out Opposite Directions, 2-6 p.m.

Monday, listen to Blake Haley, 4-7 p.m., followed by DJ Billy T at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, catch Funk Shue, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Wednesday, July 26, sing karaoke with DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Thursday, July 27, hang with Opposite Directions, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

For all things from the home of the Original Orange Crush, visit www.weocharborside.com.

At Higgins, 31st Street, enjoy its all-you-can-eat crabs and corn for $29.99. Customers can select AUCE shrimp and ribs for $25.99 per person. While at Higgins, try a couple popular appetizers such as the scallops and oyster casino. For more specials, call 410-289-2581.

Johnny’s Pizza, 56th Street, has happy hour 3-6 p.m. Monday through

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Friday. Drink specials include $3 rails, $5 crushes and Bloody Mary’s and $2.75 Bud Light and Miller Light drafts.

Entertainment this weekend starts off Friday night at 8 p.m. with Three’s A Crowd. Saturday, hear Old School at 8 p.m. For more, call 410-7235600.

Marina Deck, 306 Dorchester Street, is open at 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner daily, with happy hour 3-6 p.m. Specials include $2.25 drafts, $2.75 bottles and $5.75 crushes, $5.99 half-pound of steamed shrimp, $6.99 for a dozen clams and 79-cent wings (at the two bars only). For more information, visit www.marinadeckrestaurant.com or call 410-2894411.

M.R. Ducks, Talbot Street, has happy hour Monday through Friday, 36 p.m., excluding days with entertainment. Drink specials include $1.75 Natural Light, $2.50 domestic beer, $3 rail drinks, $4 craft and import beer. Food specials include $3 bar dogs, $5 clams/Old Bay wings and $6 steamed shrimp.

According to all of my friends, “Ducks is lit!,” mostly because it has awesome entertainment, and the bay view offers a relaxed, beachy vibe.

Hear a few tunes this week, kicking off with Side Project, Friday at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 22, Dr. Harmonica takes the stage at 5 p.m. Sunday, July 23, listen to Tranzfusion at 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, hang out with DJ Batman at 5 p.m. For more, visit www.mrducks.com.

Ocean City Fish Company, in the commercial harbor in West Ocean City, is open at 11 a.m. Try AUCE crabs, corn and hush puppies for $30.

Happy hour is Monday through Friday, 3-7 p.m. Drink specials include $1.50 domestic drafts, $2.50 domestic bottles, $3.50 rail drink and house wines, $4.50 call drinks and

Aries, you may need to make some modifications to your strategy as a situation continues to evolve. Don’t be afraid of change, as it is necessary to get the job done.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

It can be difficult to separate facts from the fiction, Taurus. However, you generally are a good lie detector.

Put your skills to use to determine if someone is stringing you along.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, some shocking information may find you reeling if you do not stay grounded. Although it comes as a surprise, with some processing you will be able to handle it.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, address a potentially mess situation before it gathers too much steam. Communication is all that’s needed to ensure cooler heads ultimately prevail.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, allow your plans for self-improvement to take center stage, especially true if you have put them on the shelf for some time. Make yourself a priority.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, you don’t tend to be reckless, but even you can surprise others sometimes with your behavior. Let the tongues wag if it means stepping out of your comfort zone.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, take others’ candor with a grain of salt. They might just be blowing off steam and they will appreciate having someone there who listens.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, you sometimes have a sarcastic sense of humor that makes you loved by some and disliked by others.

Explain to the latter group that you mean no harm.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, a possible breakthrough in your communication levels may open up a whole new world. This can only improve your relationships and help your career.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, you’re very good at balancing the elements of your life. This week may be especially challenging as many things come your way in rapid succession.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, others may seem sure about their actions even if you feel lost.

Don’t put too much stock in it, as everyone copes with self-doubt from time to time.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Some of your beliefs are non-negotiable, Pisces. This can make for some rather heated conversations. But you’re up to the challenge.

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Friday, July 21, hang with DJ Wax, 6-9 p.m. Saturday, July 22, listen to Beauty for Ashley, 6-9 p.m. Sunday, July 23, catch to Side Project, 6-9 p.m. Thursday, see Lauren Glick, 6 p.m. Visit www.ocfishcompany.com.

Nick’s House of Ribs, 145th Street, is open Monday through Friday at 3 p.m. and noon on Saturday and Sunday.

Enjoy happy hour, 3-5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday at the bar.

Drink specials include half-price beer, $4 house wines and $1.99 rail cocktails. Visit www.nickshouseofribs.com for more information.

Pickles Pub, 706 Philadelphia Avenue, offers happy hour Monday through Friday, 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include $2.25 domestic drafts and bottles, $3 Evolution Craft Brewing Lot 3, $3.50 house wine/rail beverages and $5 orange crushes.

Food specials are eat-in-only and include $3.99 Boardwalk fries, $4.99 stadium nachos, $5.99 sliders (three mini burger or pulled pork), $6 tacos (three beef, chicken or pork), $6.99 one-pound of wings (nuclear, hot or Baltimore).

Monday, enjoy 55-cent wings all day and night with purchase of a beverage. Catch DJ Jeremy at 10 p.m. doing karaoke with $3 Corona and Corona Light drink specials. Tuesday, have $1.50 tacos until 3 p.m. with a beverage purchase. Music starts at 10 p.m. with DJ Adam Dutch. Get $2 Presidente, PBR and Natty Boh draft.

Wednesday, enjoy half-price burgers all day/night with purchase of a beverage. Starting at 7 p.m. have a “local pint” and keep the glass.

Thursday, hang out with DJ Wax at 10 p.m., and drink $4 Hoop Tea or get Fireball shots for $4.

Friday, flash back to the 80’s and 90’s with DJ Jeremy at 10 p.m., and enjoy $5 orange crushes. Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. have a $5 Bloody Mary or mimosa and 10 p.m. to close enjoy late night happy hour specials. For more, call 410-2894891.

Phillips Seafood House, 14101 Coastal Hwy., is open Friday at 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 4 p.m.

Friday and Saturday happy hour is until 7 p.m. and Sunday until close.

Drink specials include $2.50 domestic drafts and bottles, $4 craft beer, $3 wine and sangria/spirits and $5 crushes. In addition, enjoy $5 and $7 food specials with purchase of a beverage. For more, call 410-250-1200.

Phillips Crab House, 2004 Philadelphia Avenue, offers early bird specials beginning at 4 p.m. Enjoy $4 off each adult buffet if you are seated within the first hour of business daily.

For menu dining, during the first hour of business daily, enjoy the early bird menu for $19.99. Items include a crab feast of five medium crabs, quarter-pound steamed shrimp, two pieces of fried chicken, corn on the cob and watermelon; chicken Chesa-

peake, Hoopers Island crab cake, prime rib, or try the eight-ounce flat iron steak.

Check out the new breakfast buffet for $14.99, served 8-11:30 a.m.

For more, call 410-289-6821.

Pizza Tugos, Route 50 in West Ocean City, has happy hour Monday through Friday, 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include $1.75 Miller Lite and Yuengling drafts, $2.99 craft beer drafts and $1.99 rail drinks. Get $1 cheese pizza slices during happy hour. Order your pizza online at www.pizzatugos.com.

Ropewalk, 82nd Street, is open every day. Happy hour is available 2-6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Drink specials include $2 off drafts as well as $2.50 select domestics, $4 Slushies, wines and rails and $5.50 crushes. Happy hour food specials include half-price bada bing shrimp and

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Enjoy brunch at Ropewalk, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For more, call 410-524-1009.

Seacrets, 49th Street, opens every day at 11 a.m.

Happy hour is 4-7 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. for Sunday rum day, with beer specials from 4-7 p.m.

Monday through Friday happy hour drink specials include $6 frozen rum runner, pina colada, orange crush and electric lemonade; $5 Seacrets spirits: gin, vodka, orange, lemon and grapefruit vodkas, white, gold, spiced and coconut rums, light-whiskey and bourbon-whiskey.

Friday, July 21, hang with DJ Bobby O in the bay, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. On the beach stage at 5 p.m., catch everyone’s favorite “party bar” entertainer Jim Long, followed by reggae band 9 Mile Roots at 9 p.m. DJ Tuff will be spinning club beats in Morley Hall at 9 p.m., and catch The Zoo jamming out at 10 p.m. See Bobby O

again in Main Bar at 10 p.m.

Saturday, July 22, play in the bay all day with DJ Cruz, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. DJ Tuff will be spinning all day and night on the beach starting at noon. Hear Kicking Sunrise, 1-5 p.m. and 9 Mile Roots on stage at 9 p.m.

Listen to Lost In Paris in Morley Hall at 10 p.m.

Enjoy Sunday “Rumday,” 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. with $5 rum drinks including house specialty beverages like the Big Bamboo, Cocoana, Seacrets Smash and Jamaican Ice Tea. Chill out with DJ Bobby O in the bay, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Play games, laugh at jokes and enjoy bar tunes with Jim Long at 5 p.m. on the beach stage.

Hear S.T.O.R.M. on the tiki stage at 9 p.m. Catch Under the Covers in Morley Hall at 10 p.m. For more, visit www.seacrets.com.

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tic bottles $2.75, import/craft drafts $4.50, Guinness $5, rail drinks $3, Shillelagh (frozen green drink) and house wine for $4.

Enjoy live entertainment this week starting with Marty McKernan, Friday, July 21 and Saturday, July 22 at 9 p.m. Sunday, July 23 and Monday, July 24 catch Dueling Pianos at 9 p.m. Thursday, July 27 listen to Trailer Grass Orchestra at 9 p.m. For more, call 410-289-7181.

Shrimp Boat, 9724 Stephen Decatur Highway, is open daily, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Monday through Friday take advantage of an AUCE crab special, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $1.50 per crab for dine-in only.

Happy hour is 2-6 p.m. Monday through Friday, with $2 domestic drafts. Saturday and Sunday have AUCE crab and corn for $28.88, add shrimp for an additional $10. This special is dine-in only and seating is available until 3 p.m. To hear more, call 410-213-0448.

Skye Bar, 66th Street, opens at 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11:30 a.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Happy hour is 3-6 p.m. with food and drink specials. Have $1 oysters and get a quarter-pound lobster for $20.

Drink specials include $1 off drafts,

$3.50 rails, $4 house wines and $5 orange crushes. Enjoy half-price bottles of champagne 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

Friday, July 21, listen to Elwood Bishop at 4 p.m. Saturday, July 22, catch The Stims, 4-8 p.m. Sunday, July 23, hear Test Kitchen, 4-8 p.m.

For more, visit www.skyebaroc.com.

Sunset Grille, Sunset Avenue, West Ocean City, offers two-for-one happy hour 3-5 p.m. daily. Select appetizers are half-price too. My favorite Asian lettuce wraps and ahi tuna are both delicious, and I highly suggest trying them.

Friday, hear the Red Hots at 7 p.m.

Saturday, July 22, catch Animal House at 7 p.m. Sunday, July 23, listen to Marcella at 6 p.m. Monday, July 24, Bad Since Breakfast plays at 6 p.m. Call 410-213-8110 for information.

Whisker’s, 120th Street, offers happy hour specials, 4-7 p.m. daily and includes $2 rail drinks, domestic bottles or drafts, $2.25 Natty Boh pints and $4 house wine. For more, call 410-524-2609.

If you have an event coming up you would like me to highlight in Inside Going Out, please send me an email at Taylor@Ocean-CityToday.net.

You can also check out this column online at www.oceancitytoday.net.

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Heather Campbell and Bryan Stockdale, both of Westminster, enjoy drinks at Bad Ass Cafe, located upstairs of Brass Balls Saloon, between 11th and 12th streets on the Boardwalk, July 17.

Donald and Sally Clemens, of Baldwin, New York, have dinner at Brass Balls Saloon, on the Boardwalk between 11th and 12th streets, July 17.

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Eileen Buckingham and Louis Cyrtmus, both of Richmond, Virginia, hang out at Ocean 13 restaurant, on the Boardwalk at 13th Street, Monday.

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Greg Strouse smiles for a photo with his daughter, Emily, both of Pennsylvania, at Brass Balls Saloon, on the Boardwalk between 11th and 12th streets, Monday.

Charlie Gallo is joined by Marie Lunczynski, center, and Lou-Anne Trummel, all of Ocean Pines, during Star Charities’ 15th annual Country Western Night in the Casino at Ocean Downs’ clubhouse, July 13. The event is a fundraiser to support veterans and wounded soldiers.

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Enjoying a family night Monday at Ocean 13, located at 13th Street and the Boardwalk, from left, are Abagail, Eliza, Jared and Jennifer Glick, of New Jersey.

Star Charities’ Founder Anna Foultz welcomes guests to the organization’s 15th annual Country Western Night in the Casino at Ocean Downs’ clubhouse, July 13. Pictured, from left, are Maddie Pettolina, Foultz, Sandra McAbee, Steve Stine, all of Ocean Pines, and Dino Fradelos of Selbyville.

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Youth fishing contest in Pines, Sat.

By Morgan Pilz Intern (July 21, 2017) The Ocean Pines Anglers Club will host the 21st annual Art Hansen Memorial Youth Fishing Contest at the Ocean Pines South Gate Pond near the Sports Core Pool, on Saturday, July 22.

Participants will compete in three age categories: 4-7, 8-11 and 12-16.

There is no cost to participate.

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and the contest will run from 9-10:30 a.m. Bait and water will be provided by the Anglers Club.

The young anglers who catch the largest fish in each division will receive a trophy. In addition, the three participants who reel in the most fish in each division will take home a prize as well.

Eight or nine judges will be on hand to record how big each catch is and the species.

“We normally get anywhere between 70 and 90 kids coming,” Ocean Pines Anglers Club member Walt Boge said. “We anticipate anywhere up to 100 kids.”

Competitors should bring their own rod and reel, as well as sunscreen. The Anglers Club will have a limited number of rods and reels available for those who do not have their own.

“This year we’re giving away, in addition to [the participation prizes], a drawing for another two other prizes,” Boge said. “Not every kid will get it, but the winner from the drawing will get a fishing trip on a boat called the Angler and go out fishing,

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Every child that participates will receive a prize compliments of the Ocean City/Berlin Optimist Club and the Maryland Saltwater Sportfishing Association.

“When a kid comes up and catches a fish, the smile on their face is just great,” Boge said. “They enjoy catching fish. It’s a fun thing to do. That’s part of the pleasure we get out of providing [and] putting on this event.”

Despite a heat wave, 88 youth participated in the 2016 contest. A record 237 fish were caught, measured and released.

The Anglers Club hosts two different events for youth. In June, the group taught children how to fish and identify the different species in the pond, tie knots and use bait.

For more information, contact Boge at 410-208-2855.

Despite the heat wave, 88 young anglers participated in the 20th annual Art Hansen Memorial Youth Fishing Contest at the South Gate Pond in Ocean Pines last year. Tess McNeill shows off a fish.

Drinking alcohol on beach in OC dangerous and illegal

By Kristin Joson Contributing Writer (July 21, 2017) The beach may seem like a great place to relax and enjoy alcoholic beverages, however, it is both illegal and unsafe to do so.

Compounded by the heat, the dehydrating and disorienting effects of alcohol and impaired judgment, you can understand why Ocean City does not allow alcohol on the beach. Alcohol depletes your body of the vital fluids it needs to keep you up and running throughout the day, and it can also give swimmers a false sense of confidence when it comes to ocean swimming.

Almost every guard has a story about rescuing a swimmer who drank too much alcohol. A person who has a healthy understanding of the ocean and their own swimming ability might not usually head out very far,

but after a few drinks they might find themselves feeling braver. They take risks they usually would not and can end up hurting themselves in any number of ways, from riding a wave into the shallow water and injuring themselves or swimming out farther than they should.

Years ago a young man who was in town celebrating his high school graduation had one too many drinks and took a headfirst dive into two inches of water. He is now paralyzed from the neck down.

More recently, a young adult (under the age of 21) consumed a fifth of rum (as reported by his friends) and went swimming against his friends’ advice who were also poor/non-swimmers and his body was recovered an hour later. Another easily avoidable tragedy.

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NOW PLAYING BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-7575 www.bjsonthewater.com July 21: Full Circle, 9 p.m.

July 22: Chest Pains, 9 p.m.

July 26: The Girlfriends, 6-9 p.m.

July 27: TBA, 8 p.m.

BIG EASY ON 60 5909 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524-2305 www.thebigeasyon60.com July 23: Bryan Russo, 5-8 p.m.

BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH 116th Street, behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium, Ocean City 443-664-2896 www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com July 21: Dave Sherman; Rusty Foulke, 8-11 p.m.

July 22: Rusty Foulke, 8-11 p.m.

July 23: Billie Collins, 6-9 p.m.

July 24: Just Jay, 6-9 p.m.

July 25: Charlie Z, 6-9 p.m.

July 26: Walt Farovic, 6-9 p.m.; Open Mic, 9-11 p.m.

July 27: Chris Button, 7-10 p.m.

CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th St. & Baltimore Ave. Ocean City 410-289-7192 www.captainstableoc.com Every Thursday-Tuesday: Phil Perdue, 5:30 p.m.

CASINO AT OCEAN DOWNS 10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin 410-641-0600 www.oceandowns.com July 21: Everett Spells, 5:30-9:30 p.m.

July 22: Monkee Paw Trio, 4:30-8:30 p.m.; Aaron Howell Duo, 9:30 p.m to 1:30 a.m.

COCONUTS BEACH BAR AND GRILL In the Castle in the Sand Hotel 37th Street oceanfront, Ocean City 410-289-6846 www.castleinthesand.com July 21: Darin Engh, noon to 4 p.m.; The Swell Fellas, 5-9 p.m.

July 22: Cool Change, noon to 4 p.m.; Kevin Poole & the Gang, 5-9 p.m.

July 23: Monkee Paw, noon to 3 p.m.; Bettenroo Duo, 4-8 p.m.

July 24: Nate Clendenen, noon to 3 p.m.; Bob Wilkinson & Joe Smooth & Pete, 4-8 p.m.

July 25: Aaron Howell Duo, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Rick & Regina, 3-7 p.m.

July 26: Shortcut Sunny, noon to 3 p.m.; Chris Button & Joe Mama, 4-8 p.m.

July 27: Kevin Poole solo, noon to 3 p.m.; Chris Diller, 4-8 p.m.

COINS 28th Street and Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-289-3100 www.coinspub.com July 22: North Meets South, 9 p.m.

COWBOY COAST COUNTRY SALOON AND STEAKHOUSE 17th Street and Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-289-6331 www.cowboycoastoc.com July 21-22: DJ BK, 9 p.m.

July 23: Rodney Atkins, ticketed event, doors open at 5 p.m.

July 26: Live Band Beat the Clock Karaoke, Dust N Bones, 8 p.m. to midnight; DJ Jerry B, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

July 27: Dutch Adam & DJ Bigler, 9 p.m.; Free Bull Riding DUFFY’S TAVERN 130th Street in the Montego Bay Shopping Center 410-250-1449 www.duffysoc.com July 21: Bob Hughes, 5-9 p.m.

July 25: Chuck Kelly, 8 p.m. to midnight HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 S. Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-1846 www.ocharborside.com July 21: DJ Billy T, 4 p.m.

July 22: Side Project/Chris Button, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m.

July 23: Opposite Directions, 2-6 p.m.

July 24: Blake Haley, 4-7 p.m.; DJ Billy T, 7 p.m.

July 25: Funk Shue, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

July 26: Karaoke w/DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

July 27: Opposite Directions, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

HARVEST MOON TAVERN 208 W. Green St., Snow Hill 410-632-9890 harvestmoontavern@gmail.com July 21: The Stims, 7-10 p.m.

July 22: Chris Miller, 7-10 p.m.

JOHNNY’S PIZZA & PUB 56th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410-723-5600 www.johnnyspizzapub.com July 21: Three’s a Crowd July 22: Old School July 26: Randy Lee Ashcraft and the Saltwater Cowboys M.R. DUCKS 311 Talbot St., Ocean City 410-289-9125 www.mrducksbar.com July 21: Side Project, 6 p.m.

July 22: Dr. Harmonica, 5 p.m.

July 23: Tranzfusion, 4 p.m.

July 26: Batman, 5 p.m.

MARINA DECK 306 Dorchester St., Ocean City 410-289-4411 www.marinadeckrestaurant.com July 27: Karaoke w/J-Lo, 9-11 p.m.

MARYLAND WINE BAR 103 N. Main St., Berlin 410-603-6278 www.themdwinebar.com

July 21: Paul Lojewski, 8-10 p.m.

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July 22: Cruz-in de Bay, noon to 6 p.m.; DJ Tuff, noon to 2 a.m.; Kicking Sunrise, 1-5 p.m.; DJ Cruz, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.; 9 Mile Roots, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; Lost in Paris, 10 pm. to 1:50 a.m.; DJ Bobby’O, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

July 23: DJ Bobby’O, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Jim Long Band, 5-9 p.m.; S.T.O.R.M., 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; DJ Davie, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Under the Covers, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.

July 24: DJ Bobby’O, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Full Circle, 5-9 p.m.; S.T.O.R.M., 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Davie, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.; XOX, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.; My Hero Zero, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.

July 25: DJ Bobby’O, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Opposite Directions, 5-9 p.m.; Rebelution Live in Concert, 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.; DJ Mike T, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Buddha Council, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

July 26: DJ Bobby’O, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Full Circle Duo, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Mike T, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Buddha Council, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Cruz, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.; The Rockets, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.

July 27: DJ Bobby’O, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Rew Smith, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Cruz, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Innasense, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.; DJ Bobby’O, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Go Go Gadget, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.

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July 25: Bryan Clark, 6 p.m.

OCEAN CITY FISH COMPANY 12817 Harbor Drive West Ocean City 410-213-2525 www.ocfishcompany.com July 21: DJ Wax, 6-9 p.m.

July 22: Beauty for Ashley, 6-9 p.m.

July 23: Side Project, 6-9 p.m.

July 27: Lauren Glick, 6 p.m.

OCEAN CLUB NIGHTCLUB In the Horizons Restaurant In the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel 101st Street and the ocean Ocean City 410-524-3535 www.clarionoc.com Every Thursday-Saturday: DJ Dusty, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

July 21-22: On the Edge, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.

July 26: Bryan Clark, 7-10 p.m.

July 27-29: On the Edge, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Lenny’s Deck Bar: July 21-23: On the Edge, 5-10 p.m July 24-25: Power Play, 5-10 p.m July 26: Power Play, 4-9 p.m July 27-30: Power Play, 5-10 p.m OCEAN PINES BEACH CLUB 49th Street, Ocean City 410-641-7501 www.oceanpines.org July 21: Kaleb Brown, 3-7 p.m.

July 22: First Class, 4-7 p.m.

July 23: First Class, 3-7 p.m.

July 27: First Class, 6-10 p.m.

PICKLES 706 Philadelphia Ave. Ocean City 410-289-4891 www.picklesoc.com July 21: Beats By Jeremy, 10 p.m.

July 24: Karaoke with Jeremy, 10 p.m.

July 25: International Beats By Dutch, 10 p.m.

July 26: Beats by Wax PURPLE MOOSE SALOON 108 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City 410-289-6953 www.purplemoosesaloon.com July 21-22: CK the DJ/VJ, 2 p.m.; Alter Ego, 10 p.m.

July 23: CK the DJ/VJ, 2 p.m.; The Lava Game, 10 p.m.

July 24: The Lava Game, 10 p.m.

July 25-26: VJ Mazi, 9 p.m.

July 27: Aces in Chains, Alice in Chanes Tribute Band, 10 p.m.

SHENANIGAN’S IRISH PUB AND GRILLE 309 N. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City 410-289-7181 www.ocshenanigans.com July 21-22: Marty McKernan, 9 p.m.

July 23-24: Dueling Pianos, 9 p.m.

July 27: Trailer Grass Orchestra, 9 p.m.

SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE 66th Street, bayside Ocean City 410-723-6762 www.skyebaroc.com July 21: Elwood Bishop, 4-8 p.m.

July 22: The Stims, 4-8 p.m.

July 23: Test Kitchen, 4-8 p.m.

July 27: Fat Catfish, 4-8 p.m.

WHISKER’S BAR & GRILL 11070 Cathell Road, Suite 17 Pines Plaza, Ocean Pines 410-208-3922 www.whiskersbar.com July 21: Karaoke w/Donnie Berkey

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OCBP cautions: Alcohol and water don’t mix Continued from Page 53 sumption. And even more interesting, when it comes to heat emergencies, the alcohol consumption may have been over 12 hours before the incident.

We know that from a safety perspective “alcohol and water don’t mix.” Many of our more serious incidents over the years have involved intoxicated beach patrons that do things after drinking that they would never do if sober. The sad fact is, that many lives have been altered or affected in a permanent way by alcohol-related incidents or injuries both in the water and on the streets, highways and crosswalks of Ocean City.

Most of our pedestrian accidents, several of which are fatal each year, involve alcohol for either the driver or the pedestrian who stepped into the path of the oncoming vehicle. Not only is the life of the victim of a paralyzing injury or accident affected, but so are the lives of the family members who are often left caring for that individual following the injury.

Another issue with intoxicated “swimmers” is that reaction time and physical ability are diminished and

often lead to the person finding themselves in trouble in the water and in need of help. If this occurs between the hours of 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. they will be lucky enough to be rescued by a surf rescue technician, although following the rescue these individuals do not do very well and are often transported to a medical facility for further evaluation (we had several the past few summers).

Although we do a very good job of keeping these people safe while we are on duty regardless of how reckless they are, we unfortunately respond to several off-duty “swimmer in distress” calls each season, some of which are fatal and almost all are alcohol related.

If you’re going to drink, don’t swim and take a bus or cab to get home safe.

In addition to Maryland’s drinking laws, you might not be aware that Ocean City has its own laws and ordinances. Those that relate to alcohol are: – Public consumption of alcohol has been reclassified (2012) as a criminal offense and may lead to your arrest.

– Consuming alcohol in public by

anyone is prohibited – Carrying an open container of alcohol is a violation. This includes the beach areas, sidewalks and the Boardwalk.

– Using false identification is a criminal offense that can result in a fine and/or loss of license. Police officers in plain clothes help enforce this law.

– If your beverage happens to be in a glass container you are also guilty of violating an additional ordinance.

You might be interested to know that the law is specific about the consumption of alcohol and has nothing to do with the container it is in (except that glass is also prohibited) although many people wrongly believe that pouring it in a cup makes it acceptable, which is not true.

Some beach patrons know the law, but choose to disobey and take their alcohol to the beach and then attempt to hide the behavior from the beach patrol. This makes the job of the surf rescue technician (lifeguard) on duty who is responsible to monitor and enforce all activities on the beach as well as in the water much more challenging.

To some it appears as a game, to see if they can conceal their illegal activity from the beach patrol while the SRT attempts to perform their job and enforce all of Ocean City laws and ordinances. The result is that your SRT has to divide their responsibilities between protecting people in the water and pleading with “adults” to follow the rules. I have to say though, I often find it ironic that 30- or 40year-old beach patron will try to hide beer from an 18-year-old lifeguard.

The beach patrol and your SRT work very hard to enforce the laws and ordinances of the Town of Ocean City. But we need your help. Please do your part and obey the laws and listen to the SRT and keep the alcohol off the beach. Violation of these laws is a criminal offense and may lead to arrest and will absolutely require another trip to Ocean City, but this time it will be for a court date.

We hope you will have a wonderful time on your vacation in Ocean City, but we also want you to remember to drink when and where it is safe and legal to do so. And always remember, “Keep your feet in the sand until the lifeguard’s in the stand!”

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Needless to say, this dish is popular on the Eastern Shore and I felt the need to research it.

Clams casino has a very interesting history. It is believed that Julius Keller invented the dish at a casino located in New York City’s Narragenscott Pier (1917) to please the wealthy patron Mrs. Paran Stevens. However, The Truth about Clams Casino written by Lynn M. Olver challenges the popular accepted facts. This is an interesting article and I highly suggest reading it.

The history of clams casino may never turn the page of finality but its tradition and possibility for personal interpretation seems limited. I always teach my “little chefs” in my children’s cooking classes the importance of confidence and developing your own style. On that note, allow me to share my point of view and how I came up with the following clams casino recipe.

The first consideration is the type of clam one should use. Cherrystone or littlenecks are the popular choice, but I prefer Mahogany clams. Mahogany clams are another variety of hard-shell clams, easily recognizable by the reddish-brown color of their shells. Commercially known as ocean quahogs, they can grow quite large, but most are harvested in the 1 ½ to 3-inch range.

Mahogany clams are meatier while still retaining a tenderness which reiterates the theme of deliciousness.

These clams can be purchased at Harris Teeter and are very inexpensive.

Canned, chopped clams are added to the casino butter for even more clam goodness.

Sautéed onions, garlic, celery and orange peppers add a natural fortified stock to the dish while at the same time providing texture. There are not many ingredients in your typical clams casino recipe, so every detailed decision is of the utmost importance.

What would clams casino be without bacon? In the following recipe, bacon is a key component. Chopped bacon is incorporated into the casino butter. A slight drizzle of bacon fat is also added to the clams themselves.

In addition, each clam is topped with a sizable piece of bacon.

This Ultimate Clams Casino recipe is packed with flavors and textures that highlight the natural essence of the clams. This recipe will yield more casino butter that one will need.

Freeze it for future use; you will never know when one has unexpected company. Enjoy!

The Ultimate Clams Casino

Ingredients: 1 pound bacon 1 yellow onion, finely chopped 5 large cloves garlic, minced 3 stalks celery, finely chopped ½ orange bell pepper, finely chopped ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped few pinches of dried red pepper flakes 8 ounces dry white wine 8 ounces clam broth juice of 2 lemons 24 Mahogany clams 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature 2 (6.5 oz.) cans chopped clams, drained kosher salt to taste 1. Scrub clams and soak in cold, salted water for 2 hours.

2. In a large sauté pan, cook bacon over medium heat until it is crisp.

Place cooked bacon on a plate lined with paper towels. Keep 3 tablespoons of bacon drippings in the pan and pour the rest of the drippings in a small bowl. Set aside.

3. Lower heat to medium-low and stir in onions, garlic, celery, orange pepper, parsley and red pepper seeds.

Cook until vegetables become translucent. Remove pan from heat.

4. In a second large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add wine, clam broth, lemon juice and clams. Cover and cook, checking occasionally until the clams begin to open. Using tongs, transfer opened clams to a large bowl to cool, continue to cover sauté pan and check frequently for opened clams. Continue this process until the last clam has opened. If a clam does not open, it must be discarded.

5. Remove lid and cook the clam broth until it has reduced and you are left with approximately 3 tablespoons of liquid. Remove pan from heat and allow to cool.

6. In the meantime, working one at a time, pry off the top shell of each clam, making sure no shell fragments get into the bottom half of the clam.

Using a sharp knife, cut the adductor muscle to free the clam from its shell.

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) Reaching speeds of more than 30 miles per hour to claim the fastest time of the summer awaits drivers at the ProTrack at Grand Prix Amusements on Route 50 in West Ocean City.

“We wanted to bring a real racing experience to Ocean City,” said Valerie Kramer, general manager. “Concession cars are fun for the family. On the ProTrack, you wear helmets and we use flags just like professional racing.

There is a safety briefing before the race and the object is to get the top time.”

The six-minute ride through hairpin and challenging turns has riders gliding around the track 12 to 14 times depending on how fast they are going.

“We felt this racing experience was missing in Ocean City,” Kramer said.

“Up to eight go-karts can race together at once. We do start them at about a two-second gap, but they are not alone on the track.”

A timing system keeps track of every lap raced and can break down the fastest times by the year, month, week and day. Races can be printed out as a vacation memento and are catalogued in the system.

“You are essentially racing for the best time of the summer,” Kramer said.

“The timing system keeps track of every lap that has ever been raced.”

All drivers must be at least 16 years old, 58 inches tall and sign a release and waiver. Participants are required to have identification and wear closedtoe shoes. Those under 16 years of age must have their parents sign the release and waiver.

“It’s Ocean City’s only racing experience,” Kramer said. “We let you race and if another driver is holding you up, we flag them to allow you to pass. We encourage people to let others pass, but people will start going faster when a car is behind them and it usually makes them want to go faster after seeing the passing flags.”

The Sodi RX8 go-karts have adjustable seats and pedals to make the ride more comfortable.

“With each lap you go faster as you get used to the track and get comfortable with the car,” Kramer said. “You can’t drive full speed around the entire lap. It is something you can’t experience anywhere else in Ocean City.”

Helmets and head socks are provided for riders. First-time ProTrack racers are required to watch a safety briefing and create an account to make the process faster for future visits.

“Our cars are gas and you feel and hear it with each lap,” Kramer said.

“You get in there and become a race car driver with the flags, track and barriers. The track is challenging and it’s a real racing experience.”

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Flavors, textures highlight natural essence of clams Continued from Page 56 7. Chop two-thirds of the bacon.

Set aside.

8. In a medium bowl, blend butter with chopped bacon, vegetable mixture, canned chopped clams and reduced clam broth. Season butter mixture with salt.

9. Using a small spoon, place a small amount of clam butter over each clam. Try to fill the shell with the butter, this is where the majority of the flavor is coming from. Add a drizzle of bacon drippings and top with 1inch piece of bacon.

10. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.

11. Place clams on a baking sheet and cook until the butter has melted and clams are fully heated, about 4 minutes. Serve immediately.

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Compete to record fastest time on new ProTrack course Continued from Page 58 the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions Conference and Trade Show in Orlando. By June, the ProTrack was open to the public for racing.

“It is fun and exciting to be a part of and help create [the track], Kramer said. “We transitioned the track in three days. Put the barriers up. After seeing the track design, I knew it would give this great experience and you don’t get the full experience until you race.”

One race costs $22. Group pricing is available. Currently, the ProTrack is offering a special where customers can

purchase 10 races for $150, and they never expire.

“We are thinking of expanding the track for next season,” Kramer said.

There are military discounts available and reduced pricing for customers with wristbands from other Grand Prix and Baja Amusement Parks.

ProTrack is located at 12424 Ocean Gateway, which is at Grand Prix Amusements on Route 50 across from Waterman’s Seafood in West Ocean City. During the summer, ProTrack is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

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West Ocean City Grand Prix Amusements General Manager Valerie Kramer shows off the Sodi RX8 go-karts at the new ProTrack, which have adjustable seats and pedals to make the ride more comfortable in addition to reaching speeds of more than 30 miles per hour.

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WANDERER Ocean City Beach Patrol member Lauren Reck rescues a wayward terrapin that had wandered out of the brackish waters the reptile prefers, and onto the beach near the inlet parking lot last week. The turtle, she said, had done this a few times recently and was returned to the bay each visit.

DANCE Lily Davidson, left, and McKenzie Weller, of Baltimore, dance to the tunes DJ Batman plays during the first weekly beach party concerns on July 11. Concerts are held on the Caroline Street Stage near the Boardwalk every Tuesday until Aug. 29 at 7 p.m.

Worcester Prep family and friends enjoy an afternoon of music and art presented by students in Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade who performed during the annual Spring Music & Art Festival on April 28. Lower School music teacher Alana Parker directed a cast of more than 200 students colorfully dressed for the theme, “Musical Mallards Hit the Road in 2017.” In addition to singing, dancing and celebrating the fifth graders moving up to middle school, student artwork was displayed, completed under the direction of Lower School art teacher Rebecca Tittermary. Pictured are first graders Chase Thompson and Brooke Moore.

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WET KISS Bandit, a 2-year-old Havanese, gets up close and personal with Makenzie Hunter, 8, while Lauren Novack, 8, of Middletown, Delaware, has a chuckle at her friend’s expense during the Sundaes in the Park event last Sunday at Northside Park on 125th Street.

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With a decorated resume that includes the title of National Advanced Placement scholar, several varsity sports, and numerous clubs and volunteer hours, Stephen Decatur High School senior Peyton Dunham was named the class of 2017 Best All-Around senior during the annual Senior Awards Night on May 22. Dunham will be going to Harvard University in the fall. She is pictured with Principal Tom Zimmer.

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Gull Creek residents, staff paint mural of OC at facility

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) On Tuesday and Wednesday, staff and residents of the Gull Creek Senior Living Community in Berlin painted an Ocean Citythemed mural on a wall of the Treasure Cove neighborhood, which houses residents with dementia.

“Many of our residents have family businesses or lived on the Boardwalk,” said Cassandra Coulbourne, director of Gull Creek’s Valeo program. “Ocean City is the stomping grounds for most and we are bringing it back.”

The Valeo program, which means “to thrive” in Latin, is a wellness initiative for those with memory impairments.

Activities incorporate components of social, intellectual, spiritual and physical well-being.

The mural is approximately 6 feet by 14 feet and is designed to have residents feel like they are walking down memory lane and back to a familiar place.

“This population walks and wanders,” said Colleen Koziara, a certified dementia care practitioner and art instructor helping with the mural at Gull Creek. “They walk to the end of the hall and turn around. The perspective of the mural is set up to entice them to walk back in that

direction [toward the Boardwalk.]

What is really neat is some of the staff and residents have helped paint.”

Highlights include depictions of Candy Kitchen, Thrashers French Fries, Fisher’s Popcorn and Trimper’s Rides in addition to a number of other businesses and shops lining the Boardwalk.

The mural also includes the ocean, sunglasses, a pizza shop, sand castles and vacationers sitting under umbrellas on the beach.

“A lot of our residents are from this area and Ocean City is the main attraction,” Coulbourne said. “The mural is a sensory and will bring back that part of their memory by seeing something familiar.”

Memory Care residents or those with dementia helped paint their wing as well as employees and assistant living residents of the Gull Creek Senior Living Community.

“The goal is to have everyone in the building to have at least one stroke of paint on the mural so we can say everyone had a hand in it,” Coulbourne said.

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Art Instructor Colleen Koziara, left, and Cassandra Coulbourne, director of Gull Creek’s Valeo program, smile for a picture in front of the Ocean City-themed mural painted on Tuesday and Wednesday by staff and residents of the Gull Creek Senior Living Community in Berlin.

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (July 21, 2017) A guest bartending event at Sisters on Main Street evolved into a Believe in Tomorrow Block Party in Berlin, with games for adults and children in addition to live music, vendors, activities and food on Saturday, Aug. 12, from 6-9 p.m.

“I am hoping it becomes our next big event,” said Wayne Littleton, coordinator for the Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Respite Housing Program. “I’ve wanted to do something in Berlin for years.”

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“The goal is to pack this town,” Littleton said. “Bring the kids, grandkids or your spouse to have fun for three hours. There will be stuff going on all over town.”

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“I want to thank all of the local businesses for their positive response,” Littleton said. “I’ve met a lot of amazing people. We are still looking for vendors and Berlin businesses to participate.”

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Live music, carnival games among Block Party activities Continued from Page 63 “Their cornhole tournament has been called ‘legendary,’” Littleton said. “It will be a really fun night with games for kids and adults.”

Troy Mawyer will provide live music on Commerce Street. Mystery boxes sponsored by Park Place Jewelers can be purchased for $10 each.

A Disney raffle will also be taking place. Chances cost $1 each or get seven for $5, 20 for $10.

Sisters on Main Street will have guest bartenders during the event including Buck Mann, Igor Conev, Jessica Shue, Jessica Jersey, Maria McEvoy, Jan Rooney, Tanya Knott and Christina Fohner.

There will also be wine tastings and samples provided by the Blue Crab Bay Co., out of Virginia, including its Bloody Mary mix and nuts at Sisters.

“It is nice to give back to a good cause and we are excited about it,” said Maria Brittingham, manager of Sisters.

Ed Sparks is slated to play live music inside her store from 6:308:30 p.m. while local band Spare Change jams outside on steel drums and an acoustic guitar.

“It started out as a guest bartending event and then evolved into a block party in the whole town,” said Donna Sompher, owner of Sisters.

“The town and Council are thrilled. I think this is the first time the town has ever done anything like this [sponsor a charity event].”

Debbie Frene, owner of Victorian Charm on Main Street, has a soft spot for children and knows the importance of supporting local nonprofits.

“I love the Children’s House,” Frene said. “It is a really good organization and the first time some of these families have ever been able to take a vacation…It’s nice they can do

it and not have any worries. People love coming to Berlin and we don’t have many events after hours.”

Hunter Smith and Devin Donahue, owners of Fathom on Main Street, have witnessed Believe in Tomorrow events in Ocean City and think it is a great organization.

“We’re excited. The block party sounds like a fun time,” Smith said.

“It is special and should bring a crowd here.”

“It is a great event for Believe in Tomorrow,” Donahue added. “I am excited Berlin can be a part of it. I think there will be a good turnout and it’s nice to have a family event here.”

Jen Sorrell, co-owner of Island Creamery with her boyfriend, Drew Conklin, agreed with Smith and Donahue.

“I am super excited about it. Anything that brings people into town and helps the local business owners.

It’s pretty cool to sell ice cream in a place like Berlin,” Sorrell said. “I admire the purpose behind the block party. It’s not just fun, but heartfelt.”

Littleton said he is happy to have an event in Berlin and acknowledged that many people are unaware of Believe in Tomorrow.

“When Donna approached me to guest bartend and it grew into a block party, I knew it would be fun,” he said. “We don’t do much in Berlin and I thought it would be nice to get the town involved so they could see what we do.”

The Believe in Tomorrow facility on 66th Street in Ocean City is open year-round to provide a free getaway to the beach for critically ill children and their families whenever they may need to escape the stresses of their child’s illness.

Each of the four condos feature kid-friendly décor and paintings with at least two bedrooms, a full bath-

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(Top) Wayne Littleton, coordinator for the Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Respite Housing Program, joins Sisters owner Donna Sompher, left, and Maria Brittingham, store manager, on Monday. Sisters on Main Street will have guest bartenders, live music, wine tastings and samples during the Believe in Tomorrow Block Party, Aug. 12 in Berlin. (Left) Fathom owners and sisters, Hunter Smith, left, and Devin Donahue, smile for a photo on Monday in their store. (Right) Patty Jeans Boutique owner Megan Cosman also poses for a picture inside her clothing shop. Both Main Street businesses will participate in the Block Party fundraiser for Believe in Tomorrow.

room, a fully-stocked kitchen, living and dining room areas.

Last year, Believe in Tomorrow acquired another house on 65th Street, which is just a few steps away from the back balcony of the 66th Street property and renovations are ongoing.

Families can also vacation at the Believe in Tomorrow House in Fenwick Island and House by the Bay on 28th Street.

Fundraisers such as the Berlin Block Party help raise money to provide essential week-long excursions for critically ill children and their families.

“It will be a family-friendly, fun night where we pack the town,” Littleton said.

Learn more about Believe in Tomorrow at http://believeintomorrow.org or call Littleton at 410-723-2842 for additional information on the Berlin Block Party.

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Each resident and staff member to assist with mural Continued from Page 62 away from daily concerns, foster selfexpression, allow for creativity and help to relive fond memories, she said.

“This has been my passion for the last 13 years and I get joy out of helping this population of residents,” Coulbourne said. “I absolutely love what I do here and I am happy to come to work every day.”

Gull Creek Senior Living Community in Berlin has 19 independent living apartments, 56 assisted living apartments and 15 memory care suites in the Treasure Cove neighborhood wing of the facility.

For more information about Gull Creek, visit www.gullcreek.com or call 410-641-3171.

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Residents and staff of Gull Creek Senior Living Community in Berlin help paint an Ocean City-themed mural on a wall of the Treasure Cove neighborhood, which houses residents with dementia, Tuesday. Staff members participating include Karen Purnell, Jackie Wright and Lorinda Smith.

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DINING GUIDE ■ CREDIT CARDS: V-Visa, MC-Master Card, AEAmerican Express, DIS-Discover ■ PRICE RANGE: $, $$, $$$ ________________________________ ■ 32 PALM, 32nd Street, in the Hilton Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2525 / www.oceancityhilton.com/dining / $$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Western Caribbean cuisine, Eastern Shore favorites, gourmet and tasty liquid desserts.

■ ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717 / www.ocitalianfood.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Serving homemade Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and pasta. Elegant dining room with fireplace. Early bird specials every day from 5-6 p.m.

■ THE BIG EASY ON 60, 5909 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524-2305 / www.thebigeasyon60.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full Bar / An Ocean City restaurant with a New Orleans flair.

Amazing atmosphere with beautiful outside patio seating. Come try some Ocean City favorites as well as our take on traditional Louisiana cajun dishes.

Everything from outstanding starters, unique entrees, to awesome desserts along with extraordinary hospitality. A family friendly Ocean City Restaurant New Orleans menu.

■ BIG EYE JACKS, 700 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-581-0153 / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted except 6-9 p.m. / Children’s menu / Full Bar / Family restaurant. Takeout available except between 6-9 p.m. Lunch and dinner served. Family friendly dining with a Caribbean seafood cuisine paired with our fresh fruit crushes and extensive craft beer menu.

■ BILLY’S SUB SHOP, 120th Street, Food Lion Shopping Center, 410-723-2500; 140th Street, Ocean City, 410-250-1778; Route 54, Fenwick Shoals, Fenwick Island, Del., 302-436-5661 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Dine in, carry out. Fast delivery. Open 7 days 11 a.m. – 3 a.m. Serving fresh dough pizza, subs, burgers, cones, shakes and sundaes with beach delivery available.

■ BJ’S ON THE WATER, 75th Street, Ocean City 410-524-7575 / www.bjsonthewater.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open year-round. Entire dining menu served 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week. Daily specials, daily duck feeding. Entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. No cover. Available for parties and banquets. Indoor and outdoor dining.

■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR, 94th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3983 / www.bluefishocmd.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Japanese and Chinese restaurant and sushi bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Dine in, take out and delivery available.

■ BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH, 116th Street & Coastal Hwy., (Behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium), Ocean City 443-664-2896 / www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations recommended for large parties / Children’s menu/ Full bar / Eastern Shore fare with a New Orleans Flare. Seafood, Steaks & Pasta dishes—Specializing in Jambalaya, Creole, & Gumbo. Home of the Ragin’ Cajun Bloody Mary.

Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. Weekly entertainment.

■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT, 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-289-7192 / www.captainstableoc.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Family-owned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott.

■ COCONUTS BEACH BAR AND GRILL, Castle in the Sand Hotel, 37th St & the Beach, Ocean City 800-552-7263 / www.castleinthesand.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Beachfront, open-air dining in a tropical setting. Serving grilled sandwiches, specialty salads, appetizers, wraps, tacos, frozen drinks, beer and wine. Live entertainment, daily, May 4 through Sept. 24, weekends through October. Happy Hour daily, 5-6 p.m., 2-for-1 drink specials. Waitress service on the beach Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Open daily, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., weather permitting.

■ COINS, 28th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524 3100 / www.coinspub.com / $-$$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar/ Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. Casual dining atmosphere for families. Crab cakes, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood. Everything homemade. Happy hour 3-6 p.m. and early bird 4-6 p.m.

Daily specials.

■ THE COTTAGE CAFE, Route 1 (across from Sea

Colony), Bethany Beach, Del. 302-539-8710 / www.cottagecafe.com / $, $$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Seafood, kids’ menu, happy hour specials. Lunch and dinner daily. Breakfast buffet on weekends.

■ THE COVE AT OCEAN PINES, 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410-641-7501 / www.oceanpines.org/ $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS/No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Coastal cuisine. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Open Thursday at 4 p.m. for dinner. Open Friday-Sunday at 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for brunch buffet. Friday and/or Saturday, live entertainment. Sunday brunch buffet, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Happy Hour Thursday-Sunday, 4-7 p.m.

■ COWBOY COAST SALOON, 1706 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City 410-289-6331 / cowboycoastoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservation accepted for large parties / Children’s menu / Full Bar / Ocean City's only country bar and nightclub featuring live music with renowned national acts, nightly events and specials, OC's only mechanical bull and Cowboy’s Roadhouse serving hand cut Texas sized steaks, fresh seafood and mouthwatering BBQ all made from scratch.

■ THE CRAB BAG, 130th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410-250-3337 / www.thecrabbag.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Full bar / Dine in and carryout.

Open 7 Days a week, 11 am til late night. Hot steamed crabs, world famous fried chicken, ribs, burgers, barbecue, pasta, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and more. Lunch and weekly 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 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining, indoor or outdoor seating. Irish fare and American cuisine. Appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks and seafood. Second Season & Daily Dinner Specials. Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m., serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Dine In, Carry Out. Happy Hour, daily, noon to 6 pm.

■ FISHTALES BAR & GRILL, 21st Street and the Bay, Ocean City 410-289-0990 / www.ocfishtales.com / $-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / FishTales is located in a premier outdoor beach location on the bay with the best sunsets. Come for the local fare. We offer lunch and dinner with happy hour food and drink specials. Kids play area too. So sit back and enjoy.

■ FLYING FISH CAFE & SUSHI BAR, The Village of Fenwick, 300 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-581-0217 / www.flyingfishfenwick.com / $-$$ /V-MC-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Featuring the freshest and most innovative sushi, sashimi, and rolls plus creative and delicious small plates.

■ FOX’S PIZZA DEN, 31225 American Parkway, Selbyville, Del. 302-436-FOXS / www.foxspizzade.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Sit-down bar and restaurant. Full menu includes pizza, pastas, salads, sandwiches and more. Specializing pizza and chef specials. Open daily for lunch and dinner at 11 a.m. Take out and delivery.

■ THE GREENHOUSE CAFÉ, 1503 Philadelphia Ave. Ocean City 443-664-5671 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / The Greenhouse offers huge fresh salads, fresh homemade soups, which some are vegetarian or vegan. The "original" and best "Green Juice" in Ocean City. Tofu and gluten free options as well. Open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

■ GROTTO PIZZA, 125th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-12347 / www.grottopizza.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Serving lunch and dinner. Open 7 days. Grotto Pizza is a family casual dining restaurant that specializes in award winning pizza and hospitality. The full menu includes pizza, pasta, sandwiches, subs, appetizers, salads, beer, wine, cocktails and Grotto Gelato.

Takeout available.

■ GUIDOS BURRITOS, Boardwalk & First Street, Ocean City 410-289-1729 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining on the Boardwalk overlooking the beach. A full service Mexican restaurant featuring the freshest ingredients matched with authentic recipes, intoxicating aromas, and an upbeat atmosphere … one bite and you’re transported to Mexico City.

■ GUIDOS BURRITOS, 33rd Street & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524 3663 / $-$$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining. Serving lunch and

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■ HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL, 12841 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-213-1846 / www.weocharborside.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Casual waterfront dining serving seafood, steaks, sandwiches, salads, wraps and pasta. Home of the “Original Orange Crush.” Entertainment Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

■ HARPOON HANNA’S RESTAURANT & BAR, Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del. www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com / $$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual waterfront restaurant serving lunch, dinner. Fresh fish, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and all-you-can-eat Alaskan crab legs. Open year-round.

■ HEMINGWAY’S AT THE CORAL REEF, 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612 / www.ocmdhotels.com/hemingways / $$$ / V-MCAE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Elegant dining room, Floridian/islandstyle cuisine. Sea-food, tropical salsas, grilled steaks, pork chops, grilled pineapple, banana fritters, entree salads.

■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE, 31st Street, Ocean City, 410-289-2581; 128th Street, Ocean City, 410-259-2403 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Known for all-you-can-eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs.

■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535 / www.clarionoc.com / $-$$ ($20-45) / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Open tables / Children’s menu / Full bar / Serving beach-inspired dishes in both our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. All-day menu, available 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet open year-round and AUCE prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet available most weekends.

■ JOHNNY’S PIZZA PUB, 56th Street, Ocean City 410-723-5600 / www.johnnyspizzapub.com / $ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Homemade pizzas, serving 18 different pizzas, variety of calzones, subs, burgers and sandwiches to choose from. Jumbo wings with 20 different sauces. Voted best sound system for live music. Carry out or delivery til 2 a.m.

■ JULES FINE DINING, 118th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3396 / www.ocjules.com / $$, $$$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Local fare, global flair. Fresh seafood year-round, fresh local produce.

■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ, 67th Street Town Center, Ocean City 443-664-5639 / www.longboardcafe.net / $$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Serving lunch and dinner. Lite fare to dinner entrees offering a variety of burgers, paninis, sandwiches and salads. The "veggies" menu features wrinkled green beans. Signature house libiations and signature entrees made with ingredients from local farms and fisheries. A family restaurant.

■ MACKY'S BAYSIDE BAR AND GRILL, 5311 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-723-5565 / www.mackys.com / $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Macky’s is a rustic, open-air, waterfront, seafood restaurant and bar with a beautiful private white sandy beach. Open for lunch everyday at 11 a.m., happy hour from 3-6 p.m. and dinner until 10 p.m.

Lite fare until 1 a.m. Take out available.

■ MY THAI OC, 138th Street, Bayside Plaza, 13727 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-2509918 / www.mythaioc.webs.com / $ / V-MC-DIS / Beer, wine / Authentic Thai food served 7 days a week, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Free parking for customers. Eat in or take out. Vegetarian options also.

■ NICK’S HOUSE OF RIBS, 144th Street & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-1984 / www.nickshouseofribs.com / $$/ V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual, family friendly with upscale atmosphere.

Extensive menu from our famous baby back ribs, fresh seafood, black angus steaks.

■ P.G.N. CRABHOUSE, 29th Street, Ocean City 410-289-8380 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Beer, wine / The Kaouris family has been serving the finest crabs, seafood, steaks and chicken to Ocean City locals and visitors since 1969.

■ PHILLIPS SEAFOOD, Crab House, 21st Street, Ocean City 410-289-7747 and Seafood House, 141st Street, Ocean City 410-250-1689 /

PhillipsSeafood.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / NEW THIS YEAR! All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet Daily 8-11:30 a.m. only $14.99 at the 21st Street location. Traditional dining, buffet and carry out. Early Bird Menu when seated before 5 p.m. All-you-can-eat buffet. Voted OC’s Best Buffet. Featuring more than 100 items including snow crab legs, carving station, made-toorder pasta, handmade crab cakes and so much more.

■ POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN, Route 50, West Ocean City 443-664-2105 / $ / V-MC / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, year-round. Every Monday and Tuesday, two-piece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo.

■ RARE AND RYE, 106 32nd St., Ocean City 410213-7273 / https://www.rareandrye.com / V-MCAE-DIS / Full Bar/ Whiskey and Wine Bar. Farm to Table. Locally grown and prepared cuisine with an eclectic menu. Unique libations with robust selection of ryes, bourbons, whiskeys and specialty drinks. Authentic green space with industrial and rustic décor.

■ ROPEWALK, 82nd Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-524-1109 / www.ropewalkoc.com / $$ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / OC’s favorite spot to watch the sunsets. Indoor dining and bar, deck dining and tiki bar. Serving brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Serving lunch and dinner, 7 days a week in casual atmosphere. Happy hour specials Monday through Friday 2-6 p.m.

■ SEACRETS, 49th Street, Ocean City 410-5244900 / www.seacrets.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Island atmosphere. Soups, salads, Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood.

■ SHENANIGAN'S IRISH PUB & GRILLE, Fourth Street on the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-2897181 / www.ocshenanigans.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Children's menu / Full Bar / Oceanfront dining. Enjoy real food, from tasty burgers and overstuffed sandwiches to delicious entrées, while enjoying the sights and sounds of the boardwalk.

Great live music by Dueling Pianos or brilliant local and regional Irish and rock bands tops off the perfect evening!

■ SICULI RUSTIC ITALIAN KITCHEN, 104 N. Main St., Berlin 410-629-0550 / FB-Siculi Italian Kitchen / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full Bar / Family friendly. Open for lunch and dinner, 11 a.m.; Sunday brunch, 10:30 a.m. Locally sourced, freshly prepared. Brick oven pizza, steaks, seafood, chicken and veal selections. Daily lunch, happy hour and dinner specials.

■ SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE, 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762 / www.skyebaroc.com / $$$$$ / V-M-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Happy hour, 3-6 p.m. with food and drink specials.

■ TOKYO SEAFOOD BUFFET, 131st Street, Ocean City 410-390-5939 / tokyoseafoodbuffetoc.com / $$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Beer and wine / OC’s largest seafood, all-you-can-eat buffet featuring soups, raw sushi and sashimi, steamed and baked seafood along with classic Chinese entrees and many classic desserts and fruits.

Open 7 days a week.

■ TOUCH OF ITALY, 67th Street and Coastal Highway, in the Holiday Inn Oceanfront, Ocean City 302-703-3090 / www.TouchofItaly.com / $-$$ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Full Italian style restaurant with Italian style deli and pasticceria/bakery too. Just stop in for a look and a taste of some fresh prosciutto fresh loaves of Italian bread. Large circular bar with Happy Hour and check our Web site with our daily specials from our great menu including pasta, wood fired pizzas, delicious heros and catering.

■ VICTORIAN ROOM RESTAURANT, Dunes Manor Hotel, OCEANFRONT at 28th and Baltimore Ave, Ocean City 410-289-1100 / www.dunesmanor.com / $$ - $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations not required but recommended / Full Bar / Children’s menu / Open year round. Oceanfront dining atmosphere with local, farm to table/sea to table cuisine.

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, 7:30 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.

■ WHISKERS PUB, 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-524-2609 / www.whiskerspub.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Certified Angus®burgers and casual fare. Call for hours.

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Calendar years prior to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Guided Docent Tours every Monday through September. Complimentary parking and admission. 410-251-2849

FRI, JUL. 21 Beach at Dagsboro Street, Fenwick Island, DE, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Kids ages 4-12 years play games, sing songs and learn Bible verses in an amphitheater built of sand. Kids may attend one or all five days. Free and open to the public.

Parking at St. Matthews By-The-Sea Methodist Church at Dagsboro and Highway One is free. Register the morning kids first attend. For information, contact the church office between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. at 302-537-1402.

SUPERKIDS AT THE BEACH

Boardwalk Tram Station (just north of the museum), 813 S Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD, 10 to 10:30 a.m. Free, family event offering different topics each day.

Sandy, sandy@ocmuseum.org, 410-2894991, http://www.ocmuseum.org

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

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING

4TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SPIRIT FUNDRAISER

OC MUSEUM SUMMER PROGRAMS

‘MAKER FUN FACTORY’ VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Buckingham Presbyterian Church, 20 S. Main St., Berlin, MD, 6:15 to 8:15 p.m.

Five local churches come together for a week of bible lessons, games, music and snacks. Open to ages Pre-K (3) to 5th Grade. Sign up: www.myvbs.org/berlinmdvbs2017/.

House of Mercy, 36674 Worcester Highway, Selbyville, DE, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

The group meets every Friday. Each meeting includes a small meal, music, games and life lessons. FORGE is an ecumenical youth ministry helping to break the cycle of bad choices. All are welcome. Robert Shrieves, 443-3662813, http://www.forgeyouth.org

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Columbus Hall (behind St. Luke’s Church), 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 6:30 p.m. Held each Friday night. More than $1,000 in prizes each week and Big Jackpot could pay $1,000.

Doors open at 5 p.m., games begin at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments for sale. 410524-7994

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BINGO

Ocean City Beach at 27th Street, 27th Street and Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 8:30 p.m. Movies for the entire family, held every Monday and Friday from June 26 to Aug 11, weather permitting.

Featuring “The BFG.” Take a beach chair or blanket. Chris Clarke, 410-250-0125

FREE MOVIE ON THE BEACH

SAT, JUL. 22 White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Held every Saturday. Locally grown vegetables and fruits, eggs, honey, kettle korn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats and more. New vendors welcome. 410641-7717, Ext. 3006

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STUDENTS AWARDED The annual Worcester Preparatory School Academic Convocation ceremony was held on May 24, where awards were given for academic achievement in all subject areas, in addition to perfect attendance, and service to the school. Receiving Academic Convocation award honors, from left, are Anchita Batra, Headmaster’s Academic Award, Grades 9-11; Deborah Marini, Best All-Round Student, Grades 9-11; Hannah Perdue, Headmaster’s Academic Award, Grades 6-8; and Sophia Ludt, Best All-Round Student, Grades 6-8. Best All-Round Student awards are selected by a written vote of faculty and staff.

Burley Oak, 10016 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin, MD, 6 to 9 p.m. Annual kickoff for the Young Professionals Christmas Spirit Campaign. A portion of bar sales, tips and money raised from silent auction will go toward the fundraiser. Door prizes such as hotel stays and restaurant gift cards also offered.

Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 7 to 9 p.m. The group meets each Monday.

Women interested in learning the craft of a cappella singing welcome. 410-6416876

DELMARVA SWEET ADELINE CHORUS 21ST ANNUAL ART HANSEN MEMORIAL YOUTH FISHING CONTEST

South Gate Pond near the Sports Core Pool, 11144 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 8:30 a.m. Registration is from 8:30-9:30 a.m. and the contest will be from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Youths should bring their own fishing rod and reel. Bait is provided. There are three age groups: 4-7, 8-11 and 12-16. A trophy will be awarded for the biggest fish in each age group with special awards for the top three. Free event. All registrants will receive a prize. Children ages 3 and younger can fish but will not be eligible for a trophy. Walt Boge, 410-208-2855 Girdletree Methodist Church - parking lot, 2805 Snow Hill Road, Girdletree, MD, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Girdletree Historical Foundation presents this fun-filled buying and selling event. The cost to sell is $5 per vehicle, which may also include one card table. Hot dogs, chips, drinks and baked goods available for sale. Sandra Hudson, 410-632-1641

JUNK IN THE TRUNK

Boardwalk Tram Station (just north of the museum), 813 S Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD, 10 to 10:30 a.m. Free, family event offering different topics each day.

Sandy, sandy@ocmuseum.org, 410-2894991, http://www.ocmuseum.org

OC MUSEUM SUMMER PROGRAMS

SUN, JUL. 23 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ALL-YOU-CANEAT BREAKFAST BUFFET

Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Takes place the second and fourth Sunday of each month, mostly. Menu includes scrambled eggs, pancakes, French toast, creamed chipped beef, biscuits, sausage, bacon and toast. Cost is

$10 for adults and $6 for children 8 and younger. Located behind St. Luke’s Church. 410-524-7994 Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 2, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 12 to 1 p.m. Group shares experience, strength and hope to help others.

Open to the community and to AGH patients. Rob, 443-783-3529

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

Germantown School, 10223 Trappe Road, Berlin, MD, 4 p.m. Featuring The Sons of Thunder Easternshore accompanied by a pianist. Dinner will be served during the performance. Cost is $20.

410-641-0638

GOSPEL DINNER CABARET

Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, MD, 7 to 9 p.m. Bring picnic baskets and beach chairs for ice cream sundaes and live entertainment by Kick It Out (Heart Tribute). For a small fee, make your own ice cream sundae creation. Children’s entertainment also presented. The night will end with a fireworks display at 9 p.m. 410-2892800 or 800-626-2326

SUNDAES IN THE PARK

MON, JUL. 24 Boardwalk Tram Station (just north of the museum), 813 S Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD, 10 to 10:30 a.m. Free, family event offering different topics each day.

Sandy, sandy@ocmuseum.org, 410-2894991, http://www.ocmuseum.org

OC MUSEUM SUMMER PROGRAMS

Historic St. Martin’s Church Museum, 11413 Old Worcester Highway, Showell, MD, 1 to 3 p.m. Visit Historic St. Martin’s Church Museum built in 1756, 20

ST. MARTIN’S CHURCH MUSEUM TOURS

Church of the Holy Spirit, 10001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Food will be available for purchase. Tickets cost $10 and include a paddle. Additional paddles are $2 each, or three for $5. Call the church office at 410-723-1973 or Monica at 443-2358942 for tickets.

QUARTER AUCTION

Ocean City Beach at 27th Street, 27th Street and Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 8:30 p.m. Movies for the entire family, held every Monday and Friday from June 26 to Aug 11, weather permitting. Featuring “Frozen.” Take a beach chair or blanket. Chris Clarke, 410-2500125

FREE MOVIE ON THE BEACH

N. Division Street and beach, Ocean City, MD, 10:30 p.m. Free fireworks are visible along the Boardwalk. Held every Monday and Tuesday from July 10 through Sept. 4. 410-289-2800 or 800626-2326

BEACH FIREWORKS

TUE, JUL. 25 Assateague Island National Seashore Visitors Center, 11800 Marsh View Lane, Berlin, MD, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The author of “Ace, King of My Heart,” Lea Herrick, won first place in the Purple Dragonfly Book Awards contest for the Green Books/Environmental category.

The book is an Assateague pony’s tale of strength and survival. The book retails for $9.99. A portion of the proceeds will

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CALENDAR return to the National Parks for scientific, education and interpretive activities.

The Original Greene Turtle, 11601 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 9 to 11 a.m. Featuring breakfast, visit, gift and photo with Santa. Raffles too. Cost is $10 for adults and free to children 12 and younger. Proceeds benefit Believe In Tomorrow.

2ND ANNUAL BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

Jolly Roger Amusement Park, 2901 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, MD, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Drop off new, unwrapped toys in a donation station at the front of the park to benefit the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots. Those donating will receive a voucher for 20 percent off a ticket purchase (good for that day only at any of the 30th Street amusement parks.) and a free gift. The event will kick off at 9:45 a.m. when Pocomoke High School’s ROTC organization will be hosting a flag raising ceremony. Marine Corps Reserve has expressed a need for more interactive and educational toys, but all donations are welcome including cash donations. http://jollyrogerpark.com/christmasjuly-toy-drive/

CHRISTMAS IN JULY TOY DRIVE

Boardwalk Tram Station (just north of the museum), 813 S Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD, 10 to 10:30 a.m. Free, family event offering different topics each day.

Sandy, sandy@ocmuseum.org, 410-2894991, http://www.ocmuseum.org

OC MUSEUM SUMMER PROGRAMS

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road 410-208-4014, 1 to 4 p.m. The clinic is free and held every Tuesday through September. Master Gardeners will be available to help with gardening questions. Put plant damage samples in a plastic bag and label with your name and phone number. 410-208-4014

ASK A MASTER GARDENER

Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 5 to 7 p.m. Crabs and shrimp need to be ordered between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays. Platters and other for available without pre-order. Cash bar. Located behind St. Luke’s Church. 410-524-7994

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS CRAB NIGHT

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

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING

Ocean City Beach at 27th Street, Atlantic Avenue and 27th Street, Ocean City, MD, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Events include sand castle contest, tug-of-war, relay races and more. All activities are free.

Parents are asked to stay with their children. 410-250-0125

FAMILY BEACH OLYMPICS

Pocomoke Elks Lodge 1624, 1944 Worcester Highway, Pocomoke City,

BINGO

MUSIC AND ART Worcester Prep family and friends enjoy an afternoon of music and art presented by students in Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade who performed during the annual Spring Music & Art Festival on April 28. Lower School music teacher Alana Parker directed a cast of more than 200 students colorfully dressed for the theme, “Musical Mallards Hit the Road in 2017.” In addition to singing, dancing and celebrating the fifth graders moving up to middle school, student artwork was displayed, completed under the direction of Lower School art teacher Rebecca Tittermary. Fifth graders celebrate the end of the Spring Music & Art Festival and the beginning of their middle school years.

MD, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m., early bingo at 7 p.m. and regular games start at 7:30 p.m. Food and non-alcoholic drinks available. Open to the public.

410-957-3556 Caroline Street Stage, Atlantic Avenue and Caroline Street, Ocean City, MD, 7 to 9 p.m. Dance the evening away at “70’s Night” with DJ Batman and the 1974. Bring beach chairs or blankets for an evening of interactive entertainment.

Free event for all ages. 410-250-0125 or 800-626-2326

OC BEACH DANCE PARTY

MARYLAND SALTWATER SPORTFISHING ASSOCIATION MEETING

OC Lion’s Club, 12534 Airport Road, Ocean City, MD, 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Guest speaker will be Mike Snedaker from the Ocean City Maryland Fishing Community. Guests are welcome.

N. Division Street and beach, Ocean City, MD, 10:30 p.m. Free fireworks are visible along the Boardwalk. Held every Monday and Tuesday from July 10 through Sept. 4. 410-289-2800 or 800626-2326

BEACH FIREWORKS

WED, JUL. 26 KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OCEAN PINES/OCEAN CITY

Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 8 a.m. Meets every Wednesday. Doors open at 7 a.m., meeting begins at 8 a.m.

410-641-7330, http://www.kiwanisofopoc.org Boardwalk Tram Station (just north of the museum), 813 S Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD, 10 to 10:30 a.m. Free, family event offering different topics each day.

Sandy, sandy@ocmuseum.org, 410-2894991, http://www.ocmuseum.org

OC MUSEUM SUMMER PROGRAMS

Ocean City Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., Ocean City, MD, 5:30 to 9 p.m.

The group meets every Wednesday. Jitterbug, swing, cha-cha to the sounds of the ‘50s, ‘60s and Carolina Beach music.

A $5 donation per person to benefit local Veterans. Elk members and their guests welcome. dance@delmarvahanddancing.com, 302-200-3262, http://delmarvahanddancing.com

DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB

OCEAN CITY/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING

Captain’s Table Restaurant in the Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th St, Ocean City, MD, 6 p.m. The group meets every Wednesday. cliff0917@aol.com, 410641-1700 Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 7 to 8 p.m. The group gathers the fourth Wednesday of each month. Preregistration is not necessary. Pastoral Care Services, gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org, 410-641-9725

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP

Carousel Resort Hotel and Condominiums, 11700 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD, 8:30 p.m. Free movie on the beach, featuring “The Good Dinosaur.” Take a beach chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, the movie will be shown inside the hotel. Every Wednesday from June 7 to August 30. Chris Clarke, 410-250-0125

MOVIE ON THE BEACH

THU, JUL. 27 Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 11 a.m. The group meets every Thursday. Free and open to anyone who has lost a loved one, not just Coastal Hospice families. 410-251-8163

COASTAL HOSPICE GRIEF SUPPORT

Boardwalk Tram Station (just north of

OC MUSEUM SUMMER PROGRAMS

the museum), 813 S Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD, 10 to 10:30 a.m. Free, family event offering different topics each day.

Sandy, sandy@ocmuseum.org, 410-2894991, http://www.ocmuseum.org Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 2 to 3 p.m. 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

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP

Clarion Hotel, 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 4 to 7 p.m. Every Thursday, Beach Singles 45-Plus meets for happy hour. Arlene or Kate, 302436-9577 or 410-524-0649, http://www.beachsingles.org

BEACH SINGLES

Sunset Park, 700 S. Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, MD, 7 to 9 p.m. Free concert featuring “British Invasion Experience” (Beatles Tribute Band). Admission to the park is free, while beverages, including beer, are available for purchase. It is recommended that attendees bring their own seating. 410-289-2800 or 800-6262326

SUNSET PARK PARTY NIGHTS

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JULY 21, 2017 Classifieds now appear in Ocean City Today & the Bayside Gazette each week and online at oceancitytoday.net and baysideoc.com.

HELP WANTED

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WAREHOUSE MANAGER PT/FT

Mike’s Carpet Connection seeks reliable, self-motivated individual for part time/full time, permanent position managing inventory control, customer installation coordination, warehouse responsibilities. Must have thorough knowledge of all aspects of floor covering materials, excellent organizational, communication & customer service skills. Must be drug free, have good driver’s license, reliable transportation. Ability to operate a fork lift is beneficial, however will train. Compensation and benefits based upon experience.

For more information, please forward resume to: mike@mikescarpetconnection.com, fax to 302-537-1983 or call 302-537-1899

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Hotel Controller

We are seeking an Assistant Controller. Must be experienced in all phases of Hotel Accounting including General Ledger. Responsibilities include: Account Analysis, bank reconciliations daily labor reports / review, inventory control, preparation of month end financial statements and other duties. Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package. Please apply in person Monday–Saturday, 10am–4pm, Human Resources Department or fax resume with cover letter and salary requirements to: Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Fax: 410-723-9109 EOE M/F/D/V

FLOOR COVERING ACCOUNT MANAGER

Mike’s Carpet Connection seeks reliable, experienced, selfmotivated professional floor covering sales account manager to handle existing accounts & generate new accounts. Must have extensive knowledge of all aspects of floor covering products, estimating, installation procedures, excellent organizational, communication & customer service skills. Must be drug free, have good driver’s license and own vehicle. Compensation and benefits based upon experience.

For more information, please forward resume to: mike@mikescarpetconnection.com, fax to 302-537-1983 or call 302-537-1899

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Employment Opportunities:

Year Round, Full/Part Time: Line Cook, Server, Banquet Servers, Banquet Housestaff, Room Attendant (Van will pick up in Salisbury), Host/ Hostess, Overnight Cleaner/Laundry, AM Lobby, Housekeeping Housestaff, Reservation (Part Time), Warehouse Clerk, Assistant Controller, Laundry Attendant

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

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HELP WANTED Chairside

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MAINTENANCE POSITION

410-289-7873

5901 Coastal Hwy., Suite C, Ocean City, MD

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molarbiz@yahoo.com for interior & exterior cleaning, yard work, moving furniture and occasional light maintenance. $15/hour. Part-time.

Harkins Concrete Construction Hiring Laborers, Rodmen and Form Carpenters.

Delmarva Eastern Shore Work Area. Transportation provided from Salisbury.

Health, Dental & Vision Benefits.

Please call 410-749-3300, M-F, 8-5 for more information.

Apply in person

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for our WOC kitchen facility Starting at $10.50/hr.

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Office Assistant / Filing Clerk Wanted

Full Time $10-$12.00 per hour Provides administrative, secretarial and clerical support to others in the office to maintain an efficient office environment.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities: Answer phones and transfer to the appropriate staff member Take and distribute accurate messages Greet public and clients and direct them to the correct staff member Coordinate messenger and courier service Receive, sort and distribute incoming mail Monitor incoming emails and answer or forward as required Prepare outgoing mail for distribution Fax, scan and copy documents Maintain office filing and storage systems Update and maintain databases such as mailing lists, contact lists and client information Retrieve information when requested Update and maintain internal staff contact lists Type documents, reports and correspondence Co-ordinate and organize appointments and meetings Monitor and maintain office supplies Ensure office equipment is properly maintained and serviced Perform work related errands as requested such as going to the post office and bank Keep office area clean and tidy Education and Experience: High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Previous office experience may be requested but this can also be entry level position.

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: Organization and planning skills Work management and prioritizing skills Verbal and written communication skills Problem solving ability Attention to detail, Accuracy, Flexibility, Reliability, Teamwork Email Resume to: dunkindonutjobs@gmail.com Subject Line: Office Helper 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.

HELP WANTED

Maintenance Man - Bali Hi RV Park. Seasonal. 40 hours a week. Call 410-352-3140.

Alex’s Italian Restaurant Experienced Line Cook & Servers; Year-Round. Apply in person. Rt. 50, West OC. Beach Stand Jobs - Work on the beach renting umbrellas and chairs. Full-time/Parttime, 9 til 5. Call Patti, 410726-0315

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Now Hiring Experienced Maintenance Person Full-Time, Year Round Health Benefits Apply in person Tues. thru Thurs., 9-3 p.m. @ Golden Sands 10900 Coastal Highway

NOW HIRING!

COOK DRIVER COUNTER HELP All positions night-time hours. 6pm-Close

L IVE INTERVIEWS Tuesday & Thursdays at 11am 56 th St., Bay side

HELP WANTED

Groundskeeper / Janitor is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, functionality & aesthetic appeal of residential community grounds and common areas. This is a PT position in Berlin, MD. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.associaonline. com/about/careers, scroll to Current Open Positions, select Maryland, click on link for Maintenance – Groundskeeper/Custodial PT

Now Hiring Security Guard

Part-Time, Year Round Apply in person Tues. thru Thurs., 9-3 p.m. @ Golden Sands 10900 Coastal Highway

Agent (Position 103476)

University of Maryland Extension seeks Agriculture Educator.

Full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position.

Master's degree required.

For more information and to apply, go to: https://ejobs.umd.edu.

Best Consideration Date: 7/31/17.

COMFORT INN GOLD COAST FRONT DESK

We are looking for a year round front desk agent.

Must be flexible with your schedule. Experience preferred, but will train the right person. Competitive pay and benefits.

Please apply in person at the Comfort Inn Gold Coast at 112th Street, Ocean City.

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Sales Manager

Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel is seeking, a year round full time Sales Manager; with direct reporting to our Director of Sales & Marketing. Must have hotel sales experience to sell and book conferences and group rooms. Must be able to supervise and oversee events.

Applicant must be detail oriented and computer literate – Delphi experience a plus. Excellent benefits, working conditions and salary (commensurate with experience).

Qualified applicants only.

Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel Attn: Human Resources Dept.

10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Fax: 410-723-9109 ~ lwatson@clarionoc.com

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HELP WANTED

Part Time, Year-round Sales and Stock. The Linen Outlet, Food Lion Shopping Center, 11805 C. Coastal Hwy., Ocean City, 21842. Apply in person. 410-524-6644.

Ocean City Marlin Club.

Now Hiring for a Part-time, Year-round Dishwasher.

Email resume to info@ocmarlinclub.com.

Applications available upon request. Must be dependable & hardworking.

Kings Arms Motel. Hiring all positions. Call 410-289-6257 or apply in person at 2403 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City.

Skin Spa is now looking for Ambitious, Licensed

Hair Stylist, Massage Therapist, Estheticians, and Nail Technicians.

Please send resume to jamie@skinspa.net or call 410-973-2635.

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

Full Time, Year Round • Bartender • Line Cook • Security - All Shifts

Experience required.

Very Competitive Pay & Benefits Apply online at www.princessroyale.com or fax to 410-524-7787 or email to employment@princessroyale.com

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Call 410-520-0003.

Experienced Cleaners needed for Part-time work in Ocean City, Bethany & Rehoboth. Must have vehicle and cell phone and pass background check. Please call 410-202-2887.

RENTALS RENTALS

Cute 3BR, 2BA on quiet culde-sac. Wood stove, beautiful stone wall in living rm., cathedral ceilings & sky light.

Private screened in back porch, storage shed & plenty of parking. $1,200 monthly + sec. & utilities. Call 443-6146917.

3BR, 2BA Modest Home. $900 monthly, year-round.

NO PETS. Call Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.

Winter Rentals Available on St. Louis Avenue, right before 1st Street, Ocean City. Call 301-331-2209.

Seasonal Rental, July 1-Sept.

6. Bayfront Townhouse.

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Professional Female Roommates Wanted. YR/Seasonal OP House. 3 rooms available.

2 w/shared bath $750 each.

1 w/private suite $850. Utilities included. Just move in.

Pets ok/No smoking. LPN, RN & RNA’s a plus. 410-2083570.

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE

Bayfront 1.9 Acre Parcel.

South Point. $475,000.

Owner financing available.

Call Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.

House For Sale By Owner.

1407 Linden Drive, Pocomoke, Md. 3BR/1BA. Nice neighborhood.

Call 410-726-5753.

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BUILDING LOTS BUILDING LOTS

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COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL

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

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT

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Spacious, climatecontrolled corner office available, with use of Conference Room and Reception Area, in a modern, well-maintained building, in prime Ocean City location.

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

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AUCTIONS

The contents of mini storage units will be sold at public auction. Units to be auctioned; B1-B6-B7-B35B71-B85-L4-O24-O79O137-O165-O29-O115-O1 64-S5-S40-S77-S106S128-S159-S185-S314S767. Units are being sold due to non-payment of rent.

Common items in units are, household items, furniture, tools, fishing equipment, paintings, antique and vintage items.

Date: SATURDAY, July 22, 2017 Time: 9AM #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

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PUBLIC NOTICES BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES' SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 6 DARBY CT. OCEAN PINES A/R/T/A BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated April 21, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4126, Folio 267 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $261,800.00 and a current interest rate of 5%, 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 AUGUST 8, 2017 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 $39,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer.

Purchaser is responsible for obtain-

ing physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 592041) 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-7/20/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 39 WESTFIELD CIR. OCEAN PINES A/R/T/A BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated October 13, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4591, Folio 703 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $880,000.00 and a current interest rate of 3.75%, 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 25, 2017 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 $88,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer.

Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest.

(Matter No. 310427-1)

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-7/6/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842

TRUSTEE'S SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE BAY CLUB CONDOMINIUM OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND By virtue of a Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. C-23-CV-17-000199, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the Bay Club Condominium building located at 302 32nd Street, Ocean City, MD 21842, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, JULY 21, 2017 AT 9:00 A.M. Units 201 201 207 207 207 211 302 302 302 302 311 401 407 412 502 502 503 505 507 507 508 510

Time Intervals 24 52 4 24 41 44 10 22 34 35 25 21 16 24 12 24 29 33 10 33 11 21

Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Bay Club Condominium as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and By-Laws recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and subsequent Time-Share Instruments as to each condominium unit, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records.

The property will be sold in an "as is" condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties or guarantees. A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit requirements.

The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

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PUBLIC NOTICES Terms of Sale: A deposit in the full amount of sale per time interval will be required at the time of sale, such deposit to be in cash or check.

Cost of all recordation and transfer taxes, 2017 maintenance fee, if applicable, and all other incidental settlement costs shall be borne by the purchaser. The date of settlement shall be fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, without forfeiting deposit, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser.

For more information, call: James E. Clubb, Jr., Esq. Trustee 410-289-2323 OCD-7/6/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, MD 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 104 S. BAY ST. SNOW HILL, MD 21863 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Thomas P. Gorman and Shannon A. Robinson, dated October 14, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4802, folio 205 and re-recorded in Liber 4890, folio 429 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on

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JULY 31, 2017 AT 2:05 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester County, Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $21,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 6.25% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser.

There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser.

Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #16-605721).

Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-7/13/3t _________________________________

JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842

TRUSTEE'S SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE BAY CLUB CONDOMINIUM OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND By virtue of a Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. C-23-CV-17-000200, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the Bay Club Condominium building located at 302 32nd Street, Ocean City, MD 21842, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, JULY 21, 2017 AT 9:15 A.M. Units 204 205 205 206 206 209 301 304 310 408 412 501 504 505 505 507 509 509 512

Time Intervals 24 3 23 8 26 23 34 24 49 34 21 22 31 13 27 21 21 32 23

Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Bay Club Condominium as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and By-Laws recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and subsequent Time-Share Instruments as to each condominium unit, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records.

The property will be sold in an "as is" condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties or guarantees. A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit requirements.

The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the full amount of sale per time interval will be required at the time of sale, such deposit to be in cash or check.

Cost of all recordation and transfer taxes, 2017 maintenance fee, if applicable, and all other incidental settlement costs shall be borne by the purchaser. The date of settlement shall be fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting pur-

chaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, without forfeiting deposit, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser.

For more information, call: James E. Clubb, Jr., Esq. Trustee 410-289-2323 OCD-7/6/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842

TRUSTEE'S SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE BAY CLUB CONDOMINIUM OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND By virtue of a Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. C-23-CV-17-000204, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the Bay Club Condominium building located at 302 32nd Street, Ocean City, MD 21842, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, JULY 21, 2017 AT 9:30 A.M. Units 201 202 203 212 212 303 303 309 309 310 401 402 402 402 403 410 410 501 502 506 506

Time Intervals 35 24 23 8 33 3 23 4 35 22 25 21 24 35 6 12 31 21 23 21 23

Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Bay Club Condominium as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and By-Laws recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and subsequent Time-Share Instruments as to each condominium unit, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records.

The property will be sold in an "as is" condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties or guarantees. A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit requirements.

The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the full amount of sale per time interval will be required at the time of sale,

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PUBLIC NOTICES such deposit to be in cash or check.

Cost of all recordation and transfer taxes, 2017 maintenance fee, if applicable, and all other incidental settlement costs shall be borne by the purchaser. The date of settlement shall be fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, without forfeiting deposit, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser.

For more information, call: James E. Clubb, Jr., Esq. Trustee 410-289-2323 OCD-7/6/3t ________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS TOWN OF OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110 of the Code of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Zoning Ordinance for Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted by the Board of Zoning Appeals for Ocean City, Maryland in the Council Chambers of City Hall located on Baltimore Avenue and Third Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: THURSDAY, JULY 27, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-94(5) requesting a special use exception to allow outdoor display of merchandise incidental to the on-premise use. The site of the appeal is described as an unnumbered lot on the bayside of the Sinepuxent Plat dated 1891; further described as located on the west side of Coastal Highway and locally known as Suncastle, 5305 Coastal Highway, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: JACOB HAZAN – (BZA 2494 #17-09400016) at 6:10 p.m.

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-94(3)(a) requesting special yard exceptions to the minimum 5’ setbacks from the rear and front site lines required per Code to allow the construction of a new single-family dwelling. The site of the appeal is described as Lot A22 of the Isle of Wight Trailer Park Plat; further described as located on the south side of 25th Street, and locally known as 247-25th Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: RESORT HOMES –

(BZA 2496 #17-09400018) at 6:20 p.m.

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-94(2)(b) requesting a special parking exception to waive one (1) parking space out of 24 existing to place an accessory structure to store bicycles. The site of the appeal is described as Lots 5, 6 & 9, Block 61 of the Fenwick Plat, further described as located on the west side of Lighthouse Avenue and east side of Tunnel Avenue, and known locally as 14409 Lighthouse Avenue, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: LIGHTHOUSE POINT VILLAS CONDO – (BZA 2493 #17-09400015) at 6:30 p.m.

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-94(2)(b) requesting a special parking exception to waive 50 parking spaces for a new mixed use project located in the original downtown area of the Town of Ocean City, consisting of redevelopment of the existing restaurant and bar, new onsite employee housing, manager’s apartment, and 8 rooming/boarding/lodging rooms.

Also, the applicant requests a special yard exception pursuant to Section 110-94(3)(a) to allow the new stair tower to be constructed within the legal nonconforming footprint of the existing structure to be rebuilt, providing a maximum 1 foot setback instead of 10 feet as required by Code.

The site of the appeal is described as Lot 45, Original Town of Ocean City Plat; further described as located at the southeast corner of Wicomico Street and S. Baltimore Avenue, and known locally as The Alibi Room, 501 S. Baltimore Avenue, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: JONATHAN & SHANNON TIPPETT – (BZA 2495 #17-09400017) Further information concerning the public hearings may be examined in the office of the Department of Planning and Community Development in City Hall.

Alfred Harrison, Chairman Heather Stansbury, Attorney OCD-7/13/2t _________________________________

NOTICE TowerCom VI, LLC proposes to construct a 155-foot overall height monopine telecommunications structure. The proposed facility would be located off Gum Point Road, Ocean Pines, Worchester County, Maryland. The tower will not be lighted.

TowerCom VI, LLC invites any interested party to request further environmental review of the proposed action under the FCC’s National Environmental Policy Act rules, 47 CFR §1.1307, by notifying the FCC of the specific reasons that the action may have a significant impact on the quality of the human environment. This request must only raise environmental concerns and can be filed online using the FCC pleadings system at www.fcc.gov or mailed to FCC Requests for Environmental Review, Attn: Ramon Williams, 445

12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554 within 30 days of the date that notice of this proposed action is published on the FCC’s website.

Refer to File No. A1085240 when submitting the request and to view the specific information about the proposed action.

OCD-7/20/1t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 301-907-8000 Diane S. Rosenberg Mark D. Meyer John A. Ansell, III Kenneth Savitz Jennifer Rochino Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs v.

Samuel Augustus Grant Estate of Gesila Regina Grant 5734 Blake Road Snow Hill, MD 21863 Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-16-000308

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 13th day of July, 2017, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, that the sale of 5734 Blake Road, Snow Hill, MD 21863, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 14th day of August, 2017, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in a daily newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 7th day of August, 2017.

The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $159,000.00.

Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-7/20/3t _________________________________ SMALL ESTATE

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 17000 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JOHN SPEDDEN RICHARDSON SR. Notice is given that John Spedden Richardson Jr., 4225 Southwinds Place Apt. 315, White Plains, MD 20695, was on July 10, 2017 appointed personal representative of the small estate of John Spedden Richardson Sr., who died on July 4, 2017, without a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment shall file their

objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice.

All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter.

John Spedden Richardson Jr. Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Charlotte K. Cathell 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 20, 2017 OCD-7/20/1t _________________________________ Town of Berlin

HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION August 2, 2017– 5:30 PM Berlin Town Hall – Council Chambers 1. Call to Order 2. Agenda Adoption 3. Approval of Minutes: July 5th 2017 4. Case # 7-5-17-24, 16 Broad Street – Continuation of Signage and Lighting 5. Case # 8-2-17-26, 11 South Main Street- Roof Replacement 6. Case # 8-2-17-27, 20 North Main Street – Façade 7. Case # 8-2-17-28, Berlin Art & Entertainment – Public Art 8. Comments from the Public 9. Comments from Staff 10. Comments from the Commissioners 11. Comments from the Chairman 12. Adjournment Any persons having questions about the above-referenced meeting or any persons needing special accommodations should contact Dave Engelhart at 410-641-4143. Written materials in alternate formats for persons with disabilities are made available upon request. TTY users dial 7-1-1 in the State of Maryland or 1-800-735-2258 outside Maryland.

OCD-7/20/1t _________________________________

Commentary

July 21, 2017

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Maybe a dead otter will raise awareness

When a news release came in this week from the Maryland Coastal Bays Program about an otter that drowned in an abandoned crab pot, we elected not to run the accompanying picture.

In addition to the carcass being indistinguishable after being in the water for a number of days and subjected to all matter of marine life, we decided that it would be viewed by some as insensitive and tasteless.

Otters, after all, are those happy-go-lucky creatures that cavort in a Disney-like universe where nature is perfectly packaged for our enjoyment. So how dare we publish a picture so counter to that feel-good vision of our own creation?

For a number of years now, we have printed photos of dead terrapins that suffered the same fate and not a peep of protest was heard, probably because reptiles just aren’t cute and cuddly. Nevertheless, they were just as dead as this single otter.

That’s unfortunate, because hundreds — maybe more — have been killed in recent years because of the failure of some crabbers to attach the legally required exclusion devices on the entrances of their crab pots.

Whether that’s because of laziness, stupidity or just not caring is beside the point. What matters is that these bays experience enough pressure from human involvement as it is without adding to their problems by killing its creatures because of thoughtlessness.

Then again, if one drowned otter can cause more people to do the right thing than have our numerous stories and photos of abandoned crab pots and dead terrapins, it could be we were wrong about the otter photo.

So here it is:

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EDITOR/PUBLISHER.......................... Stewart Dobson MANAGING EDITOR................................ Lisa Capitelli ASSOCIATE EDITORS.......... Josh Davis, Brian Gilliland STAFF WRITERS............ Kara Hallissey, Katie Tabeling, .............................................................. Greg Ellison ASSISTANT PUBLISHER.......................... Elaine Brady ACCOUNT MANAGERS........ Mary Cooper, Shelby Shea CLASSIFIEDS/LEGALS MANAGER...... Nancy Hawrylko SENIOR DESIGNER................................ Susan Parks GRAPHIC ARTISTS.............. Kelly Brown, Kaitlin Sowa, .................................................................. Richard Hill COMPTROLLER.................................. Christine Brown ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT...................... Gini Tufts Ocean City Today is published weekly by FLAG Publications, Inc. at 8200 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Md. 21842.

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Letters to the editor MSFA celebrates partnership with OC

Editor, For 50 consecutive years this year, the mayor and council, the business community and residents of Ocean City have welcomed the Maryland State Firemen’s Association to enjoy all that Ocean City has to offer.

We are very thankful fro the partnership that has developed and sincerely thank our many friends at Maryland’s beautiful beach.

Michael A. Davis Immediate-Past-President, MSFA

Traffic coordination key to good business

Editor, In a resort town like ours, there are times when a community improvement takes place but very few realize that they are the direct beneficiaries of this positive action.

Here is a businessperson’s perspective about this season’s traffic viewed from a window overlooking Coastal Highway in north Ocean City.

Ocean City is experiencing some of its largest crowds ever this year with some weekends being better than others. Usually the bug-a-boo is traffic congestion since

Coastal Highway is one ninemile strip north to south.

This summer even when there is heavy traffic on the weekends, there have been relatively few major traffic snarls.

The police, the State Highway Administration and Ocean City town officials are working together to be sure there are as few problems as possible. I never thought I would be able to say this, but traffic light coordination is a beautiful thing.

Good things are happening in other aspects of local resort transportation.

One very positive sign is that bus ridership is up about 5 percent on some days by most reports. There are more and better buses, and they are scheduled properly to help make the bus ride an almost “pleasurable experience.” Not to belabor the issue, but this is a very positive sign and it helps make all visitors (and locals) very happy.

Safe and easy driving may seem like a minor issue to some, but this is an important element in Ocean City’s success this summer.

Diners can get to their restaurants of choice and shoppers can get to their shops and store of their choices, including one of our

advertising agency clients, White Marlin Mall in West Ocean City.

Driving from north Ocean City to downtown to go across the Route 50 bridge used to be a big hassle. In fact when leaving our North Ocean City office, I used to take the Route 90 Bridge out of town, drive by Ocean Pines, and loop around Berlin to drive back to West Ocean City on Route 50 to stop by White Marlin Mall.

While there will be some slow downs during inclement weather and when tourists arrive and depart at the same time, getting around Ocean City has become as good as it is ever going to get. Given the town’s natural roadway limitations, today’s ease of travel is a working example of maximum traffic efficiency.

Although we don’t want to overstate the issue, it is a tenant of retail management that if shoppers can’t get to West Ocean City in a fairly quick and easy fashion, they are less likely to shop at White Marlin Mall and neighboring shopping establishments.

This summer in large part, we can report that there is usually a straight shot from north Ocean City, heading south on Coastal Highway to Continued on Page 78

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Numerous things need attention this week and none of them, unfortunately, are related beyond one small similarity: they either annoy me or remind me of things that annoy me.

I know something about annoyances too, having worked at being annoying, myself, for many years.

By Admittedly, I have Stewart been trying to be betDobson ter about that, with moderate success.

For instance, it’s one thing to smartoff from time to time and it’s another thing to be dumb-rude, as were the dipsticks sitting behind me at a recent concert in Delaware.

I have never understood how someone can pay 50 bucks for a concert ticket and then jibber-jabber throughout the entire musical event and ruin it for those around them.

“Excuse me, sirs, but don’t you have some knitting needles to stick in your pointy heads or something?”

I wanted to say that, but was held back by my wife, who advised a more cautious approach.

“Hey, you (proctologist slang), knock it off!”

She’s much better than I am in social situations. *** In other annoying news, cell phone service contractors Crown Castle, the outfit that’s erecting the semi-tall, upright thingamajigs on the Boardwalk, informs us that we were in error when we called the aforementioned thingamajigs “cell phone towers.”

They are, we are told, to be referred to as “small, discrete nodes.”

Yeah, well my dog had small discrete nodes, but had them removed as a puppy.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Continued from Page 77 West Ocean City. This is great news as an aide to family shopping and helps insure safer travels around the greater Ocean City area.

Psychologically, the thought that one can get from one end of Ocean City to the other is very important to all visitors. Our guests visit the beach to take a break from their routine.

In theory and practice, tourists need to feel free and unencumbered when they visit us. They want to do what they feel like doing, when they want to do it.

Assisting tourists via good traffic

I swear I’m trying to get better, so let me start over.

A tower, according to MerriamWebster, is “way tall” as opposed to a pole, which is “not way tall.” This also would be different from a stanchion, which is “sorta short, but not always.”

Another difference is that a tower can tower over things, while a pole cannot, for some reason peculiar to the English language, pole over things.

A node, by the way, is “a point at which subsidiary parts originate or center.”

Incidentally, my dog didn’t think they were all that “subsidiary.”

No, really, I’m stopping. *** Finally, news comes out this week that researchers have concluded that humans, had there been any at the time, could have outrun a T. Rex, whose top speed is now considered to be 12 mph.

What they really meant to say was they could have been outrun by humans under 40, judging by the trudging I’ve seen in and around the highway.

And that would presume that humans were not caught unawares because they were wearing earbuds and didn’t hear the growling, panting, nine-ton behemoth creeping up ever so stealthily behind them.

I don’t know why it is that so many people elect not to employ one of our basic survival skills — hearing — when they are biking, walking, jogging or otherwise fooling around when cars and trucks that are much faster than T. Rexes are whizzing all around them.

As it happens, new findings concerning the dinosaur extinction have cast some doubt on the giant meteor theory.

“Look doctor, a complete T.Rex skeleton … with … with earbuds. I guess they never heard it coming.”

management to get them to where they wish to go is an important and sometimes unappreciated factor. This is something that Ocean City is doing right and we know it definitely is helping White Marlin Mall and other West Ocean City businesses.

Now, if we could only get the beachgoers on Coastal Highway to cross at the street corners; but that’s another story.

We hope all our summer visitors and local businesses have an enjoyable and prosperous summer.

Paul Jankovic Ocean City Advertising Agency

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