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By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 6, 2018) Commuters from the south end of the county’s eyes are not deceiving them — the State Highway Administration has confirmed that Phase 3 of the Route 113 dualization is complete and open. “There’s still a little work to do, but the goal was to ensure all the lanes were open and available by the July 4 holiday,” Bob Rager, SHA community liaison, said. Early in his term, Gov. Larry Hogan announced funding to complete the dualization of Route 113 by See ROUTE Page 68
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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) With a $4.2 million initial estimate roughly triple the anticipated cost to install permanent vehicle barricades on the Boardwalk, the City Council asked the staff to research cost-cutting measures during its meeting Monday. City Engineer Terry McGean told
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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) With Boardwalk merchants and residents sounding alarms over health concerns about lingering fumes from spray paint artist Mark Chase, both sides agreed to seek an amicable solution during Monday’s city council meeting. Jerome Denk, who wrote a letter to the city sharing his concerns, said the spray paint fumes emitted by Boardwalk performers like Chase presents a health danger to visitors and citizens. “It ruins the atmosphere at the Boardwalk where we want to promote a healthy lifestyle,” he said. “If smoking and vaping are not allowed on the Boardwalk how can spray paint be allowed?” Terry Pollney, with Flashback Old Time Photos on the Boardwalk by First Street, said her location is negatively impacted by Chase’s paint performances. “We have a narrow store without cross ventilation,” she said. “When the wind is blowing in our direction it comes right into our store.” Pollney said numerous employees have complained about headaches and feeling queasy, which she attributes to paint fumes. “We don’t have a way to get the paint out of our store,” she said. “When I’m at work I feel like I have to the right to have fresh air.” Jasmine Yilmaz, who runs the Golden Plate Sub Shop on First Street near the Boardwalk, said although she has no issue with Chase personally, the paint fumes aggravate her asthma. “I have nothing against him, he’s a good person, but the smell is terrible,” she said. “Customers complain about the smell and some of them don’t want to eat … here because of the smell.” Denk noted there are governmental mandates concerning air pollution.
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“The Clean Air Act specifically states the local government and EPA are responsible to monitor and protect us from harmful chemicals being dispersed into our air,” he said. Denk also recommended spray paint artists only display finished art on the Boardwalk and produce work offsite “Show the production through a multi-media presentation, rather than a live performance where they are unable to control the chemicals being dispersed,” he said. For his part Chase claimed to have a strong working relationship with most Boardwalk merchants and specifically Yilmaz, while expressing surprise at learning of her heath issues. “I just found out today she has asthma,” he said. “Until we are actually told things as street performers we cannot resolve them. What we want … is for the store owners to talk to us.” Although his operation may leave a trace aroma, Chase said the toxins released are non-existent. “You might have a lingering smell,” he said. “It is no different than someone that breaks the law and smokes walking by your store,” he said. “You’re not going to catch cancer [and] you’re not going to die.” Chase is working with a fellow Boardwalk performer who creates spray paint artwork to figure out poSee CHASE Page 5
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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) Despite Independence Day falling mid-week this year, the oppressive heatwave that smothered the Mid-Atlantic region for the past few days kept a steady flow of tourists seeking cool ocean breezes to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday. Susan Jones, Ocean City HotelMotel-Restaurant Association executive director, said extreme humidity was likely a boon for the resort last weekend. “Hot weather helped fuel the crowd,” she said. “Whenever the Fourth falls in the middle of the week, it’s certainly not ideal to have a crazy busy weekend.” Shawn Harman, co-owner of Fish Tales and Bahia Marina on 22nd Street, said business picked up last weekend and shows no signs of slow-
ing soon. “We were pleasantly surprised. We’ve been busy all weekend,” he said. “We’re expecting two big weekends and a big week between.” Noting that humidity hits harder on the western shore, Harman said a stark difference was discernable even just a few miles inland from the resort. “I went to Salisbury today and it was hot there,” he said. “It’s got to be miserable, but the water temperature has been perfect.” Ocean City Beach Patrol Captain Butch Arbin, who has been on duty for the last 46 Independence Days in Ocean City, said beaches have been more crowded than usual for a midweek holiday. “This past weekend, because of the weather, that really made a difference,” he said. In addition to Mother Nature dish-
ing out excessive heat, Arbin said last weekend’s full moon brought an extra element of danger for swimmers. “The full moon feeds into rip currents,” he said. “It makes the difference between low and high tide more dramatic.” Arbin estimated lifeguards made nearly 700 rescues since last Thursday. “The sand is burning hot, and people can’t walk as easily, so lots of burned feet are being treated,” he said. There were also a significant number of children who got separated from their parents at the beach last weekend, Arbin said. “With the sand being so hot, people tend to congregate in larger numbers closer to water [which] helps kids get lost,” he said. “It makes it harder for kids to find parents.” With increased staff and stands set up along the beach, Arbin said al-
though typically a nightmare scenario for parents, the Beach Patrol has a stellar record for locating wayward kids. “We deal with thousands of lost kids every year and have a 100 percent return rate,” he said. Assateague Island National Seashore has also been inundated with visitors, according to Public Information Officer Liz Davis. “This is high season and we’ve been very busy,” she said. “Parking lots have been full, especially between 11-2 p.m.” To avoid driving repeatedly through a packed parking lot looking for the that elusive spot, Davis suggest visitors time excursions outside peak times. “You want to try to get out there early or wait to come out after 2:30 p.m.,” she said. Assateague Island campsites have also been at full capacity, Davis said. See RESORT Page 7
Chase questions paint fumes health risks Continued from Page 4 tential solutions to negate the impact of their operations on Boardwalk merchants and visitors. “We follow all the OSHA laws [and] all the EPA laws,” he said. “A lot of it is nothing more than fear mongering with spray paint.” After decades of exposure to paint fumes, Chase said the health risks are minimal. “Everything in life is a [potential] carcinogen but it doesn’t mean it’s going to cause cancer,” he said. “I have been spray painting for 20 years and every year I have a checkup … it is not harmful.” Mayor Rick Meehan, while not debating the health claims from Chase,
said the issue needs addressing. “It might not be harmful, but it is annoying,” he said. “It’s very difficult to taste food or get a true pleasure out of food if you’re smelling paint fumes.” Meehan also instructed City Clerk Diana Chavis to contact numerous state agencies to research potential regulatory guidance. “These artists are using a legal product and they are a mobile source,” Chavis said. “There is no permit that is required since these are mobile sources and they are not stationary in a building.” Chavis also said the Maryland Department of the Environment Air Quality Control Division would investigate the matter further.
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By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 6, 2018) National Park Service and Natural Resources Police confirmed the body of an unidentified individual was recovered off the coast of the Assateague National Seashore Wednesday night. The medical examiner’s office in Baltimore is investigating the cause of death, but officials are treating the incident as a drowning for the time being. Assateague Island National Seashore Director Debbie Darden said a 9-1-1 call was placed around 6:40 p.m. on July 4, reporting an individual facedown in the water in the north beach area. Natural Resources Police were able to recover the body about an hour later, and custody of the remains was transferred to the Ocean City Fire Department’s vessel shortly thereafter, Candy Thompson, NRP spokeswoman said. Details on the victim are few, since the next of kin has not yet been notified, Darden said. More information is expected to be released in the next few days, she said.
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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) Maryland crabmeat processing plants remain largely understaffed despite the release of an additional 15,000 H-2B work visas earlier this month, and now the state has launched a $375,000 seafood marketing campaign to help businesses offset financial losses because of labor shortages. The only Maryland crab house awarded visas from the recent allotment was A.E. Phillips & Son on Hoopers Island, which General Manager Morgan Trolley said finally got down to business on Monday after a three-month delay. “Today is my first day picking crabs,” he said. “We usually start in April.” For the last few decades, Maryland crab houses have relied on the H-2B non-agricultural temporary worker program for labor needs, which Congress currently caps at 66,000 per fiscal year. Problems arose in late February after U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services received roughly 47,000 applications for 33,000 visas allotted during the second half of fiscal 2018 starting March 1. The visas were awarded though a newly instituted lottery on Feb. 28. In April, the Hogan administration and Rep. Andy Harris lobbied the federal government for a solution to worker shortages at Maryland seafood processing plants because of the immigration policy switch. On June 7, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration
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OC wants patriotic fireworks music By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) After learning varied music was planned for Fourth of July fireworks displays downtown and in Northside Park this week, the City Council passed a motion on Monday that required both shows to play patriotic tunes only. Councilman Wayne Hartman said after last year’s Fourth of July fireworks, during which the downtown event was set to a mix of traditional and modern tunes, it was decided to revert to a consistent presentation. “I wanted to raise the issue about the lack of patriotic music downtown,” he said. “Last year after the firework displays, I’m pretty sure we talked about the music … and it was being fixed.” Hartman was surprised when a constituent contacted him this week after calling the Special Events department about the musical selections. “They were told there was only a patriotic song at the beginning of the [downtown] firework display and at the end,” he said. “If they wanted patriotic music they had to go up north.” Hartman questioned the validity
of providing more modern music to cater to a potentially younger demographic near the Boardwalk. “The reason for fireworks on the Fourth of July … it’s a patriotic day,” he said. “If we eliminate patriotic music because of the crowd, I think we’re making a mistake.” If not in time for this year, Hartman said a change should be instituted for 2019. “I’m told our music is picked in April and to do something about it this year is probably not possible,” he said. Mayor Rick Meehan also expressed surprise upon learning that last year’s musical divide endured. “I spoke to it last year after the fireworks took place and I thought that was the message,” he said. “I checked on that and found out we do have two different music themes, one uptown and one downtown.” Meehan also suggested the council take immediate action to address the matter. “Make a motion and that way it will get done,” he said. “I don’t realize why it hasn’t been done, because I agree with Councilman Hartman.” Meehan also questioned the difficulty with enacting the change this
Resort picks up prior to holiday Continued from Page 5 “They can be booked up to six months in advance and are usually reserved early, especially July 4th” she said. “From mid-June until Labor Day, campsites are typically full.” Four-wheel drive vehicles can still pay a fee to drive on the beach, but the presence of nesting birds has restricted access in some areas, Davis said. “The oversand vehicle zone is open but reduced from the entire 12.5 mile [island] stretch,” she said. “We are still allowing 145 vehicles on the beach between KM 16-21.” For more information about Assateague Island National Seashore visit nps.gov/asis.
Estimating Ocean City crowd totals by room capacities may be slightly deceiving this year, Jones said. “Rooms are not 100 percent sold out,” she said. “The supply has grown in the last few years and because of all the new rooms, it’s been a little slow to kick off.” Despite the variable numbers for room occupancy, Jones said on Monday judging by the deluge of rental boats and commercial vessels crowding area waterways, the holiday looks to be attracting ample crowds. “I was out on the water yesterday and it was crazy busy,” he said. “It seemed like a strong weekend.”
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Hartman focused on resort for now
By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 6, 2018) Less than four years into his first term as an Ocean City councilman, Wayne Hartman was chosen by local Republicans to represent the northeastern parts Worcester and Wicomico Counties that comprise District 38 when the Maryland General assembly convenes on Jan. 9, 2019. “Right now, it’s back to business with the town. My first and biggest priority is my commitment to Ocean City,” he said. “I’m going to be working to get Mary Beth Carozza to State Senate and to get Gov. Hogan reelected too.” Carozza faces incumbent Sen. Jim Mathias in the November election. “I’ll be listening to the concerns of Worcester and Wicomico residents, and quite a few people have already started reaching out, so it’s a bit premature to list my top priorities,” Hartman said. “I will, however, be trying to keep seniors here.”
Senior citizens are a large and growing facet of the county population, but Hartman said tax incentives offered by other areas to older people Wayne Hartman are beginning to affect those numbers. “Lots of states have very favorable tax statuses — I’m not sure of the exact number but they get the first [portion] of their pensions tax free,” he said. The change in jobs isn’t necessarily a change in perspective. “I’m still the same guy. I’m still fiscally conservative, and I like smaller government with less regulations,” he said. “The key to success in Maryland is small business — the day of the big smokestack has left the state.” Hartman said another strategy will be to look at the taxes small business owners are forced to pay, and to provide relief to the owners. Heading into the Maryland legis-
lature, Hartman, as a Republican, would be part of the minority, but he said Democrat v. Republican wasn’t the main issue. “It’s not a matter of sides. When someone is right, you agree with him or her, and when they aren’t you fight for the cause,” he said. One cause he’s chosen is to fight against is the federally approved offshore wind farms off Ocean City’s coast. “It’s a huge concern that they will cause a negative impact on the resort, which will cause a negative impact on Ocean City and the rest of Worcester County,” he said. In the meantime, it’s largely going to be about city and campaign work for Hartman. “For us to be a success, we need Gov. Larry Hogan reelected,” Hartman said. “If we pick up five senate seats, the other side needs to work harder. It’s too early to say, but it’s a pivotal year where a lot can change. Overall — I’m optimistic.”
Crisafulli’s plans hinge on Mason
By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 6, 2018) Matt Crisafulli rejects all calls to use the term sheriffelect for two reasons, one of which is that Reggie Mason remains in office until Dec. 4, and the other is the Worcester County Board of Elections hasn’t certified the primary yet. The board is expected to do that today, Friday July 6. About 150 votes separate Crisafulli from challenger Mike McDermott, with some absentee and provisional ballots still left to count. In the meantime, Crisafulli is back at work as the Drug Abuse Resistance Education officer in the
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Sheriff’s Office. Strapping on the old uniform was a slight challenge for Crisafulli, he joked, as his nightly six-mile runs had been replaced, for a time, with campaign
events. “I want to have a seamless transition,” he said. “I’m going to have quite a few meetings in the coming weeks on organizational things, like looking at the roster top to bottom and thinking about putting resources in different spots.” He also wants to learn more about
the approved budget this year, so he can go about maximizing it. “Everything is planning. Once I’m sworn in, I can go right to work getting my platform in and fulfilling my obligations to the citizens of Worcester County,” he said. First among those obligations is converting the deputies stationed at local schools to fulltime status, and stationing marked patrol cars at the schools. Crisafulli said he would make that recommendation before being sworn in as sheriff. “I want to see the deputies take back the community. I don’t want See WORCESTER Page 9
Heiser prepares for Worcester role Continued from Page 7 hold politics against anyone, so I’m going in expecting to have a full staff — if that changes, then I’ll address it,” she said. These opinions are derived from experience. “I’ve been through lots of elections, and I don’t want anyone to feel like they’re in flux or in limbo. After Beau Oglesby won over Joel Todd, Joel told us not to risk our positions over the election. I don’t want the office politicized to that extent,” she said. People have been reaching out to Heiser daily since the election, she said, but she also has her own ideas. “I want to start attacking opioids
from all sides and see what everyone has to offer — the venue is the courtroom, because you can identify who needs help since they’re already in court,” Heiser said. She said in Wicomico County, Mothers Against Drunk Driving and the Health Department each have an advocate at every single drunken driving case to advise the court of programs and services the organizations offer. “We could facilitate the docket so they don’t have to be there every single day,” she said, but keeping the substance abuse cases together could produce organizational benefits. “We can bring resources to the
person at the time of the trial, so the judge can make them part of the sentence,” she said. “There are lots of different layers of accountability.” Another idea being developed elsewhere on the shore is for a veteran’s court. Similar to a drug court, the veteran’s court would offer nonviolent offenders with previous military experience an alternative to a criminal proceeding. “If we can do it for drug users, we can do it for veterans, who deserve it the most,” she said. The Worcester County Board of Elections has not yet certified this race, which it is expected to do today, Friday.
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Worcester County elects sheriff Continued from Page 8 the citizens of Worcester County to only see their deputies when there’s a problem,” he said. “That will tell the criminal element that they’re not welcome in Worcester.” To achieve this, Crisafulli said he would be drawing from the road patrol division. That division would reduce its presence on the roads to be more present in the communities. Civil paper service, another area under the purview of the sheriff, would also be more involved in the communities. “Using resources from these two
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The lengthy process to become designated a “Bicycle Friendly Community” is moving forward after the City Council approved forming a required advisory committee during its meeting on Monday.
OC moving toward ‘Bicycle Friendly Community’ brand By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) Ocean City is pedaling toward becoming a “Bicycle Friendly Community,” with recent side-of-theroad projects completed and the City Council voting 6-1 on Monday to form a related advisory committee. Engineering Manager Paul Mauser brought the suggestion to council in March, after broaching the subject during a Green Team meeting in January. “The whole goal is for the town to become a Bicycle Friendly Community through the League of American Bicyclists,” he said. One of the initial steps in the lengthy approval process is forming a Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee, Mauser said. “It’s one of the first big steps,” he said. “It includes town staff and local bicycle enthusiasts.” During the council meeting on Monday, Councilman Wayne Hartman was the lone dissenting vote to forming the advisory committee, whose members will be appointed by Mayor Rick Meehan with council input. “We were doing a good job before without adding extra mandates on staff,” Hartman said. In addition to a pair of residents representing bicycle interests, the committee will include an Ocean City business owner, a staff member from engineering, public works, police and the Ocean City Development Corporation, along with a State Highway Administration member. Also, a council member will serve as a liaison. Councilman Matt James requested Councilman Tony DeLuca serve as committee liaison. “The League of American Bicyclists
are very selective on who they allow to have this designation,” Mauser said. “Of roughly 800 that have applied, maybe 400 have been accepted.” Since establishing its Bicycle Friendly Community program in 1995, the League of American Bicyclists has recognized 430 communities nationwide. Mauser also said several related street improvements have been completed that were paid for with a $99,000 grant from the state Department of Transportation. “The town has completed two recent MDOT bikeways projects,” he said. “It’s widening sidewalks and adding bike lanes where appropriate.” After improving bike lanes on Sinepuxent Avenue last year, Mauser said comparable projects on Jamaica Avenue, Assawoman Drive and Wight Street were completed this year. “Moving forward, in order to be accepted, we have to a complete a street policy to evaluate all modes of transportation,” he said. “We established bicycle routes throughout town where we saw demand and now we need to hire a professional planner to make a master plan.” During his previous tenure with the City of Salisbury, Mauser assisted with its June 2015 campaign to join Lewes, Delaware as the only Bicycle Friendly Community on the peninsula. Mauser said primary reasons for seeking the designation include improved infrastructure for visitors and residents, reduced traffic congestion, potentially increased property values, safety benefits, grant funding opportunities, along with fostering health and recreation. “We applied for a FY19 MDOT grant for the master plan,” he said. “It’s quite a task to get accepted.”
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HISTORY LESSON Mabel Rogers, vice president of the board of directors of the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, delivers a talk about the history of Ocean City to visitors, last Friday at the tram station on the Boardwalk. The museum has events scheduled each day until Aug. 25, which are free to attend and last about 30 minutes.
New West OC hotel project clears water, sewer hurdles Four-story building headed for plot north of Sunset Ave., west of Golf Course Road
By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 6, 2018) Not all requests to purchase water and sewer service from the county are created equal, as a new submission for 27 EDUs for a West Ocean City development sailed through the Worcester County Commissioners session Tuesday. The EDU, or equivalent dwelling unit, requests of late have had a harder time in the past, thanks partially to a state-mandated ranking system instituted late last year that doles out access to wastewater treatment plants based on land use and existing supply. Last year, two lawsuits were filed challenging this process, and only one, involving a campsite expansion at Frontier Town, has been resolved. An appeal of the decision to refuse capacity to a residential development, Sea Oaks Village, continues. A single EDU is roughly equal to the amount of water and sewer capacity an average single-family home uses per day, and is the measure by which capacity of a wastewater treatment plant is quantified. The developer, GCR Development
LLC, represented by attorney Hugh Cropper, requested 27 EDUs worth of service for a 3.45 acre unimproved parcel in West Ocean City, just north of Sunset Avenue, on the western side of Golf Course Road. The developer intends to install a four-story, 46 unit hotel/motel building on the property, along with a fenced-in pool area. County staff, and Commissioner Ted Elder, raised concerns over the extent of tidal and non-tidal wetlands located within the parcel, and how the building would be constructed there. The fix, adopted when the commissioners approved the purchase, makes the allocation of the EDUs contingent upon approval of all wetland and wetland buffer impacts, as well as site plan approval by the county’s planning commission. Cropper said he had obtained a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals already, because part of the building is right on the required buffer area, successfully arguing the buffer is a hardship on the owner. Deciding to conserve the 40 EDUs left under the “commercial” heading, which is also the lowest-priority classification, the commissioners decided to allocate the capacity from the “infill and intensification” heading of the plan, which has 114 remaining EDUs.
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Pines to showcase 50-year history (July 6, 2018) Behind the color and music of the 50th anniversary yearlong celebration lays a history filled with interesting twists and turns. Ocean Pines, in its infant stage, was a small coastal development with unpaved streets and pine trees that outnumbered residents. Decades later, the hidden gem has grown in national significance, gracing the pages of popular publications like Forbes Magazine. The community’s historic journey to become a highly sought-after destination for year-round and seasonal residents takes center stage at a scheduled panel discussion this summer. “Ocean Pines’ olden days are both
fascinating and enthralling for history-hungry folks,” Ocean Pines Marketing and Public Relations Director Denise Sawyer said. “The golden anniversary has sparked ‘Pines pride’ and a collective effort to preserve the community’s rich history.” To understand the community’s growth, it is necessary to understand the roots of Ocean Pines itself, going back to 1968. Construction had started on the first phase of Ocean Pines on July 12, 1968, a date that is currently circled in Sawyer’s calendar. In commemoration of this day, the Ocean Pines 50th Anniversary Committee will host a panel discussion, “Timeless Tides: The Ocean Pines History Panel,” at 3 p.m. on Thursday, July
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Church foundation work digs up time capsule from 1851
By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 6, 2018) Cornerstones, traditionally the first stones laid in a masonry project, determine where the rest of the building is going to go, and how it’s going to be set on the property. That made them popular places to hide time capsules or show off engravings of the era. In late May, the Taylorville United Methodist Church, during the course of a foundation replacement, removed the cornerstone of the church that was laid in 1851, and found materials hearkening back to that year — a Bible, a hymnal and financial records listing church donors. When the new foundation is set later this year, church leaders insist they will replace the 1851 time capsule with two new ones from this year. “We figure they did it in 1851 without knowing what in the world the future would look like now, like we don’t know now,” Bruce Clark, chairman of the church’s board of directors, said. “We put a lot of pictures on thumb drives. I hope they know what a thumb drive is in 100 years.” The two capsules will be different sizes, with one containing a current edition Bible and hymnal, with other selected items to follow. “We’re putting them in plastic boxes instead of metal. Both will indicate there are two capsules down there,” he said. “We’ll see what goes.” The church hasn’t decided what to do with the found items, and haven’t really examined them too closely because they are fragile, Clark said. The church is working with someone to help preserve the donor registry, since it’s the most delicate. “We’re not sure what we’ll do with the items, but they will probably go on display somewhere,” Clark said. The renovations, a $117,000 job for a church with about 100 members according to Clark, was the focus of See NEW Page 14 OUR 9TH SEASON!
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Workers replacing the foundation of the Taylorville United Methodist Church on Racetrack Road found a time capsule dating back to the 1850s in the cornerstone of the church. Two time capsules from this era will be replaced in the original cornerstone for future congregants to find.
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Pay for parking at entry to Without pickers, visas, state lot, resort reminds guests crab production hits skids (July 6, 2018) As the summer season swings in to high gear, the Town of Ocean City is reminding visitors that paid parking throughout the resort town is being enforced. More specifically, the town’s Pay By Plate system in the inlet parking lot is automated and camera-enforced. For visitors who exceed their stay in the inlet lot by 30 minutes more than the time purchased at the meter or through the Park Mobile app, a bill will be sent in the mail for the additional time plus a
$25 processing fee. Visitors can avoid the fee by paying for their parking time at a kiosk or with the park mobile app upon entering the lot. Further, if visitors stay longer than the original payment, they can add time at any kiosk or through the park mobile app before they leave. The $25 processing fee is to cover the cost to the city to review plate photographs at entry and exit areas, research plates through the MVA and prepare, and mail the parking invoice.
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of physical work. “It’s specialized and is without a doubt a manual labor situation [but] it’s certainly not as backbreaking as landscaping,” he said. Looking ahead, Trolley is strategizing for the 2019 season in hopes of avoiding a comparable scenario. “What can we do to make the nonagricultural temporary worker program better?” he said. Pulling back to this season, Trolley predicts rough economic currents for watermen unable to unload hauls to crab processing plants. “As the season goes on, there will be more picking crabs,” he said. “The basket market can only handle so much.” Trolley also said the crab picker shortage would limit the pipeline of fresh crab meat available this winter, forcing many restaurants to rely on product imported from Asia or caught in the Gulf of Mexico. Although relieved to get underway after the months-long delay, Trolley remains backlogged for the near future. “I’ve got orders I don’t know how I’m going to fill,” he said.
New capsules to replace old Continued from Page 13 the congregation, so the surprise of the time capsule caught everyone off guard. “The brick foundation had started to crumble, and some of the walls were beginning to buckle, so we worked with some engineers to see about raising the building. Once the cornerstone of the previous founda-
tion was removed, the time capsule was discovered. “They put a block in that said Southern Methodist Church, and we wanted to save it,” he said. Clark said he expects the foundation work to be complete in a couple of weeks, and ready for the new capsules to be interred within the original cornerstone at that time.
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Continued from Page 12 Committee, said. “July 12 marks the date in 1968 that the lot sales began. The entire sales team met for the first time and the following day Boise Cascade started bringing in potential buyers. It should be very interesting to hear about those days.” Panelists include John Talbott, a member of the original Boise Cascade sales team and “community-proclaimed” historian; Edie Brennan, the first female sales associate for Boise Cascade in Ocean Pines and active member of the board of directors for the Ocean Pines Players Community Theater Group; Tim McMullen, who founded the Ocean Pines summer youth program in 1974 with his late wife; Ginny Reister, the founder of the Ocean Pines Hammerheads swim team in 1975; Marty Groff, a lot salesman for Boise Cascade who went on to start his own real estate and construction company in 1979 that has built more than 1,000 homes in the area; and Marlene Ott, an associate broker at Shamrock Realty with more than 35 years of experience in Ocean Pines and one of the first residents of Ocean Pines. Dan O’Hare, who is believed to be the first resident child born in Ocean Pines, will moderate the panel. Opening remarks will be presented by Cropper-Rines. The Ocean Pines Association will video-record the oral histories of Ocean Pines that will be presented at the panel discussion and included in a time capsule that will buried at White Horse Park on Saturday, Aug. 12. The Association will donate the unedited footage to the Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch and make the recordings accessible on its website, www.oceanpines.org, in the coming months. The event is free and open to the public. The Anniversary Committee encourages attendees to bring their questions for the panel. “The 50th Anniversary of Ocean Pines has been so important and interesting,” Cropper-Rines said. “It’s my goal as the chairperson of the Committee to both share information today and preserve information for future residents.” For more information on the panel discussion, contact Cropper-Rines at jennifer@cropperrines.com or Sawyer at 410-641-7717 ext. 3006 or dsawyer@oceanpines.org.
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County sets Aug. 7 hearing date for South Point rezoning By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 6, 2018) The county is taking another swing at the rezoning of the South Point neighborhood from E-1 Estate to the more permissive R-1 Residential, and has scheduled a public hearing on the matter on Aug. 7 in Snow Hill at 10 a.m. The hearing will be conducted as part of the regular county commissioners’ meeting. Critics of the move, including Kathy Phillips of the Assateague Coastal Trust and Dave Wilson of Conservation Community Consulting, argue the move could double the amount of developable land in the area by right, affect the views of Assateague, increase traffic in a congested area, potentially have tax implications for property owners and could compromise wildlife habitat. Wilson previously argued that rezoning the properties would be more appropriate during the review of the county’s comprehensive plan, which includes a comprehensive rezoning component. State law requires counties to have comprehensive plans, or guiding documents for infrastructure, land use and development and other information. Further, it mandates that these plans be reviewed every 10 years. During the 2009 comprehensive plan review, it was recommended that the E-
1 Estate zoning be phased out, and it was written into the zoning code that no new E-1 Estate zonings were allowed in Worcester, ahead of eliminating the zoning classification with the next plan. “The Comprehensive Plan recommends the deletion of the Estate land use category … because the zoning district has consumed excessive amounts of land per housing unit, taking working farms out of production, been overtaken by the demands of the Atlantic Coastal Bays Critical Area Program, and failed to achieve the truly clustered open space development as called for in the 1989 Comprehensive Plan,” Ed Tudor, director of development review and permitting for the county wrote in a memo to the commissioners. Tudor said the county is moving the E-1 Estate zoned districts to R-1 Residential, because that’s what the land was originally zoned when it was first developed. Some properties were zoned R-1A Residential originally, but that classification was phased out in 1992, Tudor said. During previous talks on the topic, Tudor said his office would be able to contact every landowner in the area to notify them of this hearing, but the county commissioners disagreed. Commissioner Jim Bunting’s motion to notify only those residents it’s required to alert, and not everyone in the area, passed unanimously.
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Three arrested in Pocomoke City for cigarette smuggling Agents seized 1,650 packs worth more than $10K retail and $3,300 in tax revenue
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Two Berlin residents were injured during a small plane crash on the Assateague Greens golf course, last Friday. The plane apparently crashed just after takeoff at the Ocean City Municipal Airport. No other passengers were onboard.
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By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (July 6, 2018) A Beechcraft Debonair airplane piloted by Berlin resident Guerrino Mascelli apparently caught fire shortly after takeoff and crashed on the 8th hole of the Assateague Greens golf course on Friday, sending both pilot and passenger, Mary Mascelli, to the hospital but not injuring anyone else. State police responded to a call shortly after 9 a.m. to the golf course, just southwest of the Ocean City Municipal Airport, to find the plane burning and the occupants outside the craft. Police reported the couple, both 60, left the plane under their own power. The Mascellis were both transferred to Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury by emergency responders. Guerrino was airlifted, while Mary was taken by ambulance, according to police. Officials at PRMC confirmed that by Monday the Mascellis had left the hospital, but could not verify if they had been sent home or to another facility. The cause of the crash is still under investigation. Play resumed shortly thereafter at the course, with golfers treating the downed aircraft as an obstacle. www.oceancitytoday.net
(July 6, 2018) Comptroller Peter Franchot announced Monday that agents from his Field Enforcement Division (FED) arrested three Philadelphia men who have been charged in Maryland with cigarette smuggling following surveillance of their activities on Virginia’s Eastern Shore. “My FED agents are dedicated to identifying criminals who try to cheat the system and use Maryland as a transportation conduit for their illegal activities,” Franchot said. “Their vigilance protects Maryland businesses and levels the playing field for all.” Agents said Quay Samuel Chaney, 54, was seen buying multiple quantities of cigarettes from various locations on June 28 and concealing the cigarettes in the rear seat area of a 2008 Volvo.
Chaney was a passenger in a car driven by Ronald Tucker, 59, and occupied by another passenger, Edward B. Johns, 65. The three then drove from Virginia into Maryland, where the car was stopped by police at Sheep House Road in Pocomoke. Agents searched the vehicle and found 1,650 packs of contraband cigarettes, valued at $10,642.50 and representing a tax loss to the State of $3,300. The cigarettes and car were seized and all three were arrested. Each man was taken before a Worcester County District Court commissioner in Snow Hill and charged with a felony count of transporting contraband cigarettes and a misdemeanor count of possession of contraband cigarettes. Chaney is being held on a $16,500 bond at the Worcester County Detention Center. His preliminary hearing is set for July 24. Tucker and Johns were each released on personal recognizance. Both have hearings set for July 17.
Canada geese euthanized, donated to state food bank Water, recreational areas suffered due to volume of feces generated by birds
(July 6, 2018) The Ocean Pines Association contracted with the United States Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Wildlife Services for the removal of resident Canada geese as a part of the USDA’s wildlife damage management project. Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Wildlife Services has the authority to work with local organizations to conduct such a program to address mammal and bird species, such as Canada geese, and their negative impact that they have on local water quality and thus human health and safety. Ocean Pines General Manager John Bailey stated that because we all strive to be good stewards of the environment, it is regretful that such action is necessary from time to time in order to
maintain the balance between two environmental watch-cares – the geese vs. the water quality. Unfortunately, the presence of resident Canada geese contributes to unacceptable accumulation levels of feces in the waters and recreation areas of the community. He went on to state that prior to their arrival, the APHIS WS made the determination that the actions would be in compliance with all federal statutes, including the National Environmental Policy Act. This project developed from the Association’s Environment & Natural Assets Advisory Committee, which is made up of members of the community. The wildlife management project was approved as part of the budget for fiscal year 2018-19. Per the APHIS WS, the resident Canada geese that were captured and removed from the community were humanely euthanized and donated to the Maryland Food Bank.
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Man sentenced to 45-year jail term for child sex case
(July 6, 2018) Following an April 11 plea deal, John Anthony Clark, 31, of Bishopville, was sentenced Monday to 85 years in the Department of Corrections with all but 45 years suspended for sex crimes involving a minor. Clark was found guilty in April of one count of sex abuse of a minor and three counts of second-degree rape as part of a plea in Worcester County Circuit Court in Snow Hill. In addition to prison time, Judge Matthew A. Maciarello ordered that Clark be registered as a sex offender for the rest of his life. Clark had been taken into custody by members of the Maryland State Police after an investigation produced evidence that Clark had sexually abused his 13-year-old step-daughter for several years, resulting in approximately 180 encounters with the child since 2014. “Children are our greatest resource and the plea presented by Deputy State’s Attorney Diane Karsnitz had ensured their protection,” Judge Maciarello said. Interim State’s Attorney Bill McDermott applauded the diligent efforts of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, The Worcester County Bureau of Investigation, and in particular, The Child Advocacy Center along with Deputy State’s Attorney Diane Karsnitz.
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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) Benjamin Edward Giles Jr., 20, of Salisbury was charged last Monday with two counts each of first- and fourth-degree burglary, along with a pair of charges for theft under $1,500 for an alleged theft scheme at a mid-town hotel between June 16-17. The first-degree burglary charges are felonies with potential jail sentences of up to 20 years, while the fourth-degree counts are misdemeanors with a maximum of three-years jail time. On Sunday, June 17, police responded to reports of a theft that had oc-
curred at a hotel in the 5500 clock of Coastal Highway. Police said two men staying at the hotel between June 16 and June 17 claimed that a phone valued at just under $600 and a white Luis Vuitton belt and buckle valued at B. Giles Jr. more than $700 went missing from their rooms. The next day, police reviewed surveillance footage, which reportedly showed a man using a master key card entering
a handful of rooms between June 15 and June 16. Hotel staff said the suspect was not authorized to use the key card. According to the police report, investigators eventually located a number of stolen items in two rooms. They also found Giles’ identification card, which matched the suspect’s description. On June 19, Giles returned to the hotel to claim his possessions and was charged with trespass. On Monday, an arrest warrant was issued for Giles who is being held without bail pending a preliminary trial on July 24 in Ocean City District Court.
Alleged dealer indicted in OD case
By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) Jeremy Randy Howard, 33, of Ocean City was indicted by a Worcester County grand jury last month for allegedly selling narcotics, including heroin and fentanyl, to a roommate who later overdosed. Lindsay Richard, OCPD public affairs officer, said Howard was arrested June 20 on warrant charges following the indictment. “On May 24 at about 11 p.m. Ocean
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Delivering dresses, toys to Zambia By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) Ten-year-old Elizabeth Lonsdale is a girl with a big heart and much of talent. She recently traveled to Zambia and delivered dresses she and others made out of pillowcases to young girls in the African nation. The Snow Hill resident made a bright yellow pillowcase dress at the Berlin library in April, where the Pillowcase Ministry Group was holding a workshop. “We heard about it, that [the Pillowcase Ministry] were doing [a workshop] through the Berlin library as an activity, and I wanted to go and try it out because it sounded very interesting,” Lonsdale said. “I wanted to help other countries out so children would have clothes to wear.” She initially planned to give the dress she made to the group to be donated to missionaries. “It was my first dress and I was just going give it to the ladies there so
they could do whatever they wanted to do, and then I had the thought, ‘What if I could take it to Zambia?’” Lonsdale said. “So I asked them and they said I could actually take a few more dresses with me to Zambia.” Lonsdale and her parents, Christopher and Sharon, were traveling to Kabwe, Zambia for their nephew’s wedding in June and she wanted to take the dresses with her. The family has previously traveled to Canada, England and the United Arab Emirates. “I was pleased with how Elizabeth wanted to make a dress, and she pretty much did it herself,” Lonsdale’s mother said. “Then to see how much she enjoyed giving the dresses and stuffed animals to the children was great. She really loved the children and said it was the best part of the trip.” Pillowcase Ministry Director Barbara Entwistle admired the young girl’s generosity. “It’s just the opposite of being selfish and self-centered, and those are good qualities, good traits to have, especially in such a young person,” Entwistle said. “I think she is really going to do something with herself
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Elizabeth Lonsdale, 10, of Snow Hill, traveled to Zambia in June for a wedding, and brought homemade pillowcase dresses and stuffed animals to give to children in the African nation.
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when she gets older. She can think beyond herself at such a young age.” Lonsdale hand delivered the dresses to girls in Zambia. “It was very pleasant meeting them because their faces were so delighted, and a few seconds later they had their dresses on and they looked so happy. It felt very exciting,” Lonsdale said. “It felt good to see someone I made happy.” The 10-year-old has plans to make more dresses in the future and wants to return to Zambia at a later date. “I want to go to Uganda, and between high school and college I want to go back to Zambia again for another one or two years,” Lonsdale said. Entwistle started the Pillowcase Ministry in 2011 as an activity for older Girl Scouts after hearing about pillowcase dresses. The ministry has made and delivered over 4,000 dresses overseas to communities in need. In addition to dresses, the ministry also creates sleeping mats, kitchen kits with pot holders and scrubbers, bath kits with washcloths and new bars of soap, as well as market bags and boys’ shorts, which are both See LONSDALE Page 27
By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) Hold onto your funny bones, because comedians Johnny Watson and Myke Green have returned for a fourth season at the Princess Royale’s Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club. The comedy show takes place Tuesdays through Sundays at 9 p.m. at the 91st Street hotel until Sept. 2. “Ocean City’s great,” said Watson, who is performing alongside Green for the third summer. “The people that come down and visit are great. We’ve developed a fan base that seem to like the show and keep coming back, and it’s become part of my career.” The duo will discuss their life experiences, journeys, failed marriages and tell stories about struggles in life during a 90-minute or longer show, which all depends on the audience and guest comedians, Watson said. “I am dysfunctional and edgy,” he added. “I like to call it ‘observational personal’ [humor].” Returning for the second year, Ken Petrini, who lives in Ocean City during the summer, will be master of ceremonies and emcee. “I am the persona of an arrogant lawyer who thinks he’s humble,” Petrini, a retired lawyer, said. “I might have the dirtiest material of the three of us, in terms of the subject matter, although my language is by far the cleanest because I don’t curse at all. I love doing that kind of material, which shocks people that it’s coming from a middle-aged lawyer on stage.” The comedy show will no longer hold joke-offs at the beginning of each night this year. Last year, when guest comedians were not in attendance, the show began with a joke-off where audience members came on stage to deliver their best joke. “We stopped doing it last year because it was cutting into the show too much and the show was running too long,” Petrini said. “Typically, if the three of us are there we won’t do it and clearly if we have a guest we won’t do it.” Watson enjoys performing in Ocean City and has made close friends during his many visits to the resort. “Bill ‘Jake’ Jacobs and Gary Waite and the rest of the tennis gang have See WATSON Page 27
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Lonsdale encourages more people to help those in need Continued from Page 26 made out of T-shirts. “You have to see them to believe them,” Entwistle said. “You sew the bottom of the T-Shirt together, cut out the armholes and scoop out the neck a little more and you’ve got a shopping bag.” Lonsdale encourages more people in the community to take part in the activity. “A lot of the children [in those
countries] don’t have very many clothes, or are very dirty and are ragged and old,” Lonsdale said. “It would help to give them nice new clothes and it will make them very happy, and they looked very good in the dresses.” For more information about Pillowcase Ministry or to find out about the next meeting, contact Entwistle at 443-944-5868 or bentwistle@clarionoc.com.
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Watson and Green to headline shows in OC this summer Continued from Page 26 been big supporters of the show since I’ve been down here,” Watson said. “They’re my tennis buddies. There’s a big tennis group that plays down at the [Ocean City] courts all summers. I’ve gotten to be really good friends with them and Bill has been like a father figure for me. He’s just been great and same with Gary and the gang. “I had to get a tooth done and Gary fixed up my tooth, so because of him, my teeth will look great on Netflix,” he continued. “And [Bill’s] been a great friend and a great mentor and just a great guy, and it’s always a pleasure to have them at the show.” The shows are generally geared toward adults with some of its content containing topics on dating and divorce, dysfunctional parents, the military, kids, conversation filth or swearing. “The participating acts are great, and, it’s a night away from home,” Watson said. Watson and Green are no strangers to the comedic world and have both performed in all 50 states for more than a decade. Watson has been performing for 17 years and credits the last seven consecutive summers of Princess Royale comedy shows for helping his career. “[Comedy has] been a calling for me. It’s been a way to deal with issues since I was a child, and now this is what I do,” Watson said. “I have no plan B. This is what I’m supposed to do and what I love to do. It’s that simple.” The Princess Royale turns its banquet room into a comedy club with curtains, spotlights and pictures of comedians hanging on the walls. “For the first five years of the show I was purely a spectator and I think the reason why people should come is it’s the only real comedy show in Ocean City,” Petrini said. “It’s really the only real comedy show anywhere along the Maryland-Delaware coast…”
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OC Junior Beach Patrol Academy kicks off July 10
By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) The Ocean City Beach Patrol will present its annual Junior Beach Patrol Academy starting Tuesday, July 10, where children ages 10-17 will receive educational training about beach and ocean safety during four-day or one-day hands-on sessions. “We wanted to get young people to understand more about beach and ocean safety from a young age,” said Ocean City Beach Patrol Lt. Ward Kovacs, director of the academy. “It’s become a really big part of our future of recruiting. A lot of people who go through the program become lifeguards.” The academy started in 1992 and has prepared a number of lifeguards, known as surf rescue technicians, and five current crew chiefs. The academy is used to fulfill the education portion of the beach patrol’s three-part mission – education, prevention and intervention. “We originally started the academy to teach beach safety and as a recruiting tool,” Kovacs said. “The number [already registered] so far is higher than it was at this point last year.” This summer, over 200 youth ages 10-17 have registered for the academy, which takes place during a six-week period. Last year, the program taught over 205 children, making it the busiest year in academy history. Depending on their age, participants can complete a one-week session or choose to finish multiple levels all in one summer. There are four regular levels, and one paid position. In any given session, half of the participants are residents and the others come from all over the United States and Canada. First-year Junior Beach Patrol Academy participants learn about rescue buoys, safety information and semaphore, otherwise known as flag communication. Second-year students study landline rescues and third-year students gain experience with paddleboards, Kovacs said. “I love the ocean and I love the beach,” Kovacs said. “The part I enjoy the most is watching [them] from day one, watching them gain their comfort level in the ocean and enjoying it safely, because that’s always been a passion of mine. I get to share that and watching them grow into themselves is rewarding.” The fourth year is the crew chief level. Students are placed in a leadership position and responsible for taking charge of a younger group, he said. After completing these levels, parSee FOUR Page 29
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ages 10-17 must know how to swim to participate in the academy. “I like to run into the different people that had gone through the program,” Kovacs said. “I run into them all winter long and it’s just fun to catch up with the kids and watch them grow in their comfort level in the water. Some of the local ones I get to keep in touch with through the years and it’s good to hear about their successes in school. “They try to apply what they learn in junior beach patrol and we encourage them to do that,” he continued. “When they have a project in school they might do a study on rip currents for science projects, or if they have a writing program they might write about their experience in the beach patrol program.” To sign up for the weekly camp or a Thursday session, visit www.oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/recreation-parks/camps/jrbeach-patrol or call Ocean City Recreation and Parks at 410-2500125. The Junior Beach Patrol Program costs $108 for Ocean City residents and $130 for non-residents with Thursday’s sessions costing $30 and $35.
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By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) There are plenty of free, family activities available in Ocean City this summer for all ages, from beach parties to ice cream treats in the park. Movies on the Beach take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at either the Carousel (Wednesdays only) on 117th Street, or on 27th Street at 8:30 p.m. through Aug. 29. Some movies offered this summer includes “Cars,” “Wreck It Ralph,” “Frozen” and “Moana.” “People put out picnic blankets and eat their dinner out there and just have a good time,” Ocean City Recreation Coordinator Denise Ortega said. “It’s good old-fashioned fun.” Returning for the ninth year is the Family Beach Olympics. Families can compete every Tuesdays for prizes in various activities such as tug of rope, sand sculptures and relay races. “In 2009, the mayor and city council came to the parks and recreations department, they wanted to find [activities] that would add to people’s vacations in Ocean City,” Ortega said. Local businesses donate prizes such as gift certificates, T-shirts and frisbees, for first-, second- and thirdplace winners. The Olympics will run on Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. until Aug. 14. “You hardly ever see anyone on their phones,” Ortega said. “Everyone’s just enjoying each other’s company. It really has added a lot of value to people vacationing because they have several choices of free events.” Feel like dancing instead? Have your pick from the Ocean City Beach Dance Party or the Sunset Park Party Nights. Guests of all ages are invited to dance down at the Caroline Street Stage on the Boardwalk, Tuesday nights. “It’s a beach party, like the old beach movies,” Special Events Coordinator Brenda Moore said. “We have the DJ out there, it’s very interactive, there’s contests and giveaways, but [mainly] it’s all about feet in the sand and dancing on the beach.” Participants should bring their own chairs and beach blankets. The beach dance party began on July 3, and will go on until Aug. 28 from 7-9 p.m. Alternatively, the Sunset Park Party Nights will take place 7-9 p.m. on Thursdays at Sunset Park located on South Division Street on the bay, near the Coast Guard Station. Attendance is free, and beer and wine will be available for purchase. Attendees are recommended to bring their own chairs. See MUSIC Page 33
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Ocean City Weekly Free Activities Schedule Movies on the Beach July 6 - “The Lion King” - 27th Street July 9 - “Despicable Me 3” - 27th Street July 11 - “The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature” - Carousel Hotel, 117th Street July 13 - “The Incredibles” - 27th Street July 16 - “Cars 3” - 27th Street July 18 - “CoCo” - Carousel Hotel, 117th Street July 20 - “Wreck It Ralph” - 27th Street July 23 - “The Emoji Movie” - 27th Street July 25 - “The Lego Ninjago Movie” Carousel Hotel, 117th Street July 27 - “Paddington 2” - 27th Street July 30 - “A Bug’s Life” - 27th Street Aug. 1 - “Leap” - Carousel Hotel, 117th Street Aug. 3 - “Wall-E” - 27th Street Aug. 6 - “Wonder” - 27th Street Aug. 8 - “Justice League” - Carousel Hotel, 117th Street Aug. 10 - “Big Hero 6” - 27th Street
Aug. 13 - “Sherlock Gnomes” - 27th Street Aug. 15 - “Cars 3” - Carousel Hotel, 117th Street Aug. 17 - “CoCo” - 27th Street Aug. 22 - “Moana” - Carousel Hotel, 117th Street Aug. 29 - “Wonder Woman (2017)” Carousel Hotel, 117th Street OC Beach Dance Party July 10 - DJ Knappy (Premiere DJ) July 17 - DJ Batman (OC’s legendary DJ) July 24 - DJ BK from 97.1 The Wave Aug. 7 - DJ Batman Aug. 14 - DJ BK Aug. 21 - DJ Batman Aug. 28 - Bitsune (European DJ Duo) Sunset Park Party Nights July 5 - Eclipse (Journey Tribute Band) July 12 - Boy in Black (Johnny Cash Tribute) July 19 - Full Circle
July 26 - Bob Lougheed & the Memphis Mafia (Elvis Tribute) Aug. 2 - British Invasion Experience (Beatles Tribute Band) Aug. 9 - Lower Case Blues Aug. 16 - Tranzfusion (Rock) Aug. 23 - The Beach Bumz (Tropical Rock) Aug. 30 - The Swell Fellas (R&B, Funk, Soul) Sundaes in the Park July 8 - Kick It Out (Heart tribute show) July 15 - The Stickers (country rock) July 22 - Guys in Thin Ties (80’s) July 29 - Mike Hines & The Look (high energy dance) Aug. 5 - The Janitors (music for happy feet) Aug. 12 - Front Page News (rock) Aug. 19 - Jesse Garron’s Tribute to Elvis Aug. 26 - Ragdoll (Frankie Valli tribute) Sept. 2 - Triple Trail Turn (modern country)
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Jesse ViscĂľte, left, from British Columbia, enjoys a drink with Los Angeles residents Dana and Keller Thomas during the 30th anniversary party at Seacrets on 49th Street, Friday, June 29.
Suzy and Neil Deaver from West Chester, Pennsylvania, have drinks at the bar during the 30th anniversary celebration at Seacrets on 49th Street, Friday, June 29.
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Family and friends gather close for a photo during the 30th anniversary party at Seacrets on 49th Street, Friday, June 29. Pictured, from left, are Baltimore residents Sam DeRoose, Mike Myers, Rachel Ostrow, and Joseph and Alex Carroll.
Friends get together for a photo during the 30th anniversary party at Seacrets on 49th Street, Friday, June 29. Pictured, from left, are Annapolis residents David and Lauren Johnson, Courtney Shea, Melissa Nelson, Joe Solari, Matthew Creger, Kansas resident Abby Clark, and Kristen Creger, of Annapolis.
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Flora Dipasquale, left, serves Ocean City residents Mike Otwell and Kelly Lund at the Marina Deck Restaurant located on Dorchester Street, Sunday, July 1.
Upper Sandusky, Ohio, residents Michael and Lisa Browning, center, celebrate their 25th anniversary with their children Nicholas, right, and Sierra, at the Frog Bar located in the Inlet Village at the southern end of the Boardwalk, Sunday, July 1.
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(Left) DJ Batman plays music on the Caroline Street stage, last summer. He will be spinning tunes this summer on the downtown Ocean City stage Tuesday, July 17, Aug. 7 and Aug. 21. (Right) Guests attending Sunset Park Party Nights listen to Beatles tribute band, the British Invasion Experience, last year. The group will perform this year on Thursday, Aug. 2 in downtown Ocean City.
Music, movies, games in resort this summer Continued from Page 31 “It’s good for the whole family,” Moore said. “It’s a good variety of music, performers, very unique experiences and I do think just about anyone will enjoy these events.” Sunset Party Nights started yesterday, July 5, and will continue until Aug. 30.
If you are looking for a sweet treat instead, head to Northside Park on 125th Street for Sundaes in the Park. Chocolate or vanilla ice cream sundaes with a variety of toppings will be available for a small fee and are offered every Sunday from 7-9 p.m. Families can enjoy dessert while listening to live music or take part in
other family friendly entertainment offered at the park. “The weather’s been really good on Sunday evenings and we’ve had great turnouts [so far], with lots of families and lots of ice cream sundaes made,” Moore said. “It’s a nice evening. It starts at 7 p.m. so you can go and get your dinner, and then you have
something to do after dinner with the whole family.” Fireworks end the event every beginning around at 9 p.m. In the event of rain, the event will be moved inside the Northside Park complex. For more information about these activities, call 410-289-2800 or 800626-2326.
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Recipe for fresh tuna salad; serve dish with crackers
By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (July 6, 2018) Residing at the beach manifests a whole different feeling than living in other residential communities. Hot, steamy weather entices massive crowds seeking sun and fun. On the other hand, the frigid temperatures of winter put a freeze on local activities which makes for a long winter. “Extremes” are the norm when living at the shore. Being surrounded by a vast ocean supports the theme of seafood; the delectable proteins are reflected in menus across the Eastern Shore. Spicy, steamed shrimp, sweet Maryland blue crab and succulent oysters area a popular choice among tourists and locals. Tuna, another favorite, is in season and fishermen are heading to sea in hopes of catching the “big one.” Seared tuna is probably the trendiest way to serve this delicious delight. The textured crust is a wonderful contrast with the rare, luscious interior. The secret to this dish is to use fresh tuna and to cook it in a very hot pan. I never say “no” to tuna and that is why I am always looking for more. See TUNA Page 36
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Tuna salad guests will rave about Continued from Page 35 When I think of canned tuna, I can’t help but visualize my mother making tuna salad. As a child, I was mesmerized how many steps went into making one of my favorite lunches. Mother insisted that albacore tuna was the best and as a result it was the only tuna that graced our kitchen. I remember I was spending a weekend with my girlfriend, and her mom served us some type of dark, mushy fish. I had never seen anything like it and asked what it was. When her mom explained it was tuna, I was shocked. I thought all tuna was naturally white. The second secret to mother’s tuna
salad is to squeeze out all of the liquid that is added to the actual can of tuna. This liquid helps preserve the tuna but it also has a fishy smell which is not appealing. Mom would add finely chopped sweet onion, green pepper and celery to her tuna salad. She said the vegetables needed to be finely chopped so they would not overpower the tuna. Some cooks add a touch of sweet pickle to the tuna mixture. I like it either way but adding sweet pickles changes the dynamics of the salad. Mother would also add a touch of apple cider vinegar to her mayonnaise before mixing it in the salad. The reason is very simple; the vinegar cuts the fishy smell of tuna. It also adds zest to the mayonnaise which enhances the overall dish. As my curiosity of cooking intensified,
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Ingredients Italian dressing 1-pound fresh tuna 1 ¼ cups Hellmann’s mayonnaise 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 2 stalks celery, finely chopped ¼ large sweet onion, finely chopped ½ large orange pepper, stem and seeds removed, and finely chopped 1. Marinate tuna in Italian dressing for 1 hour. Make sure the dressing covers the tuna steaks. Afterwards, rinse well and pat dry with paper towels. 2. Steam tuna until fillets are barely cooked, approximately 7 minutes. Remember, the tuna will continue to cook until the temperature drops. 3. Combine mayonnaise and vinegar in a small bowl. Mix until thoroughly incorporated. 4. Place tuna in a medium bowl. Add mayonnaise mixture and mix well. Make sure all of the chunks of tuna are broken down. 5. Add salt and pepper to taste and again mix well. 6. Place celery, onions and peppers in paper towels and squeeze out all of the natural juices. Add vegetables to the tuna salad and thoroughly combine. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve as an appetizer with your favorite crackers. www.oceancitytoday.net
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NEW SUIT Members of the Ocean City Fire Department Dive Team are the recipients of an Aqua Lung Hazmat Dry Suit, which protects divers from hazardous substances. The $4,000 suit was donated by Kent Island Scuba, in Stevensville, Maryland, on June 25. Pictured, from left, are Ocean City fire fighter/PM Diver, Ryan Cropper; Owner of Kent Island Scuba, Brad King; and Dive Team Commander, OCFD Lt. David Peterson.
DONATION Deeley Insurance Group recently made a donation to the Friends of Assateague for the benefit of The Assateague State Beach Patrol. The donation will be used to purchase safety equipment for the parks surf rescue technicians. Pictured, from left, are Roddy Rodriguez, treasurer, Friends of Assateague; Sandy Deeley, chairman, Deeley Insurance Group; and Shelly Dawson, captain of the Assateague Beach Patrol.
GUEST SPEAKER Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department Paramedic and President of the Worcester County Professional Firefighters Association Local #4916 Melissa Bragg was the guest speaker during the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines - Ocean City’s meeting on June 27. in the Ocean Pines Community Center. She is pictured with Club President Ralph Chinn.
SUPPORTING GOLD Kemp Wills, treasurer of the Rotary Club of Snow Hill, presented a $400 donation to Sandy Sipes, executive director of Worcester County GOLD (Giving Other Lives Dignity), on June 1. This gift supports services for Worcester County residents who live in poverty and low-income circumstances. GOLD provides emergency funding assistance in times of crisis to assist individuals and families to: avoid eviction, prevent disconnect or to reconnect utility services, provide an adequate amount of food for families, meet vital medical needs, and to assist children transitioning from homes into foster care. Wills and Sipes are pictured in GOLD’s VAULT (Vast Amounts of Useful Little Things) that houses items to meet urgent basic needs for infants, children, vulnerable adults, and those who are homeless.
ON DISPLAY The original costume for Worcester Prep’s production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” designed and custom made by Worcester Preparatory School founding board member Lynne Taylor Murray, was placed on permanent display in the Guerrieri Library rotunda in June. Hugh and Susan Cropper donated the display case to exhibit the colorful coat that was worn by students in the original 1988 WPS production and again in the 2006 revival. Cropper, left, and Murray are pictured with the original costume.
MEDAL AWARD The General Levin Winder Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution recently presented a DAR Bronze ROTC Medal to Cadet Laurin Rabon of Snow Hill High School. Recipients of this award must be either a junior or senior student in a secondary school JROTC program or a Junior College graduating senior, and the medals are worn according to JROTC protocol. Rabon accepts the DAR Bronze JROTC medal award from Past Regent Patricia Ayers, General Levin Winder Chapter.
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ON GUARD
Beach patrons encouraged to meet guards
By Kristin Joson Contributing Writer (July 6, 2018) Most people refer to them as lifeguards. However, the people responsible for your safety on the beach of Ocean City, are actually known as surf rescue technicians (SRT). Surf rescue technician is the certification level obtained by the men and women in the red bathing suits who watch over the beach in the white stands, once they have successfully completed all testing, training and probation. We encourage beach patrons to introduce themselves to the SRT (lifeguard) and ask about current beach conditions. As you may know, beach conditions may change throughout the day. You never know what you might encounter. Once a rookie has earned the title of surf rescue technician you will hear them referred to as “SRT Thomas” or “SRT Warren.” Although people still refer to our personnel as lifeguards, the term surf rescue technician is far more appropriate due to the job demands, which far exceed a traditional lifeguard. Each SRT has demonstrated competency in the techniques and skills that are required for open water rescue. Their du-
ties include educating the public, warning swimmers of potential dangers, rescuing distressed swimmers, responding to emergency situations, administering first aid, reuniting lost and found individuals, enforcing city ordinances and most often being the ambassador of Ocean City to our visitors who will approach our SRTs with all types of questions. The Ocean City Beach Patrol is on duty daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. We start guarding the beach the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend and continue seven days a week through the third Sunday after Labor Day (Sunfest weekend). The beach patrol tests potential SRTs beginning in August each year for the next year’s season (2019). If you or someone you know would like to work for the OCBP as a surf rescue technician, there will be pre-employment physical skills evaluations starting on Wednesday, Aug. 1 and seven additional opportunities both in Ocean City and throughout the region (no experience or certifications required). Once a candidate passes the physical skills test they are appointed to a 65hour, paid ($13.55/hour and $14.94 after a three-week probation period). These tests are for the 2019 summer season. We are looking for physically able, ambitious and responsible men and women who are 16 years of age or older. They must
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candidate must pass all aspects of an 11 phase Pre-Employment Physical Skills Evaluation, which begins with an English proficiency test, followed by rigorous physical testing elements consisting of different phases in succession that include a 300-meter soft sand run in under 65 seconds, 400-meter ocean swim in less than 10 minutes, simulated rescues in the surf with a rescue buoy, victim removal techniques, run-swimrun medley, tower transport (lifeguard stand), holds and releases (escaping from a panicked victim), and lastly an interview with beach patrol. It is indeed a long day of physical and mental testing. If you were down at the inlet beach or any of the beach down south a couple of See OCEAN Page 40
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Ocean City Beach Patrol’s SRTs ambassadors for town Continued from Page 39 weeks ago you might have seen firsthand our rookies in Surf Rescue Academy II. Once a candidate completes and passes all phases of the test they are appointed, on a probationary basis, to a Surf Rescue Academy. Prior to entering academy, (and each year after), each employee must pass a drug test. During academy candidates receive instruction in open water rescues, beach patrol policies and procedures, basic oceanography, use of rescue equipment, first aid, CPR, semaphore communications (a series of signals using flags), radio protocol, and physical training consistent with the demands of the job. All phases of surf rescue academy
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tions that you may have. It’s also a good idea to introduce your children. We want them to feel comfortable if they get lost or have any questions. We pride ourselves on being the town’s ambassadors; after all, we are glad you are here. To help us keep you safe, always check in with the surf rescue technician on duty and if you hear a SRT blowing their whistle stop what you are doing and look at the SRT. They may be trying to get your attention because they know or see something that you are unaware of. Most importantly for the safety of you and your family, remember our slogan, “Keep your feet in the sand, until the lifeguard’s in the stand.” This simple tip could save a life – yours or someone you care about.
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(July 6, 2018) New work from a trio of accomplished local artists and the annual Beverly Bassford Memorial Juried Show are the featured gallery shows at the Ocean City Center for the Arts in July. The public is invited to the free opening reception at the Arts Center on First Friday, July 6, from 5-7 p.m. to meet the artists and enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres. The shows will run until July 28. Local painters Kirk McBride, Lynne Lockhart and Pete Cosby are featured in the Thaler Gallery in July. McBride was inspired by the work of Edward Hopper, N.C. Wyeth, and Winslow Homer, leading him to make paintings of people, places and moments that he experiences. His work emphasizes mass, light, and mood more than details. McBride shares his Berlin home with wife, Lynne Lockhart, who is also a featured artist in July. Lockhart is a signature member of the Society of Animal Artists but also explores local landscapes and scenes. Her paintings are quiet observations of the natural world, both wild and tame. Cosby is a self-described country lawyer by day and oil painter at night. He channels his love of the outdoors and for the history of the Eastern Shore into his seascapes and scenes of boats and watermen. The Beverly Bassford Juried Show is an annual memorial event named for a former Art League of Ocean City board member who was passionate about the need for a new art facility, a passion realized in the Ocean City Center for the Arts. After her death in 1999, Bassford’s family established a prize in her name, which grew into the memorial show, featuring fine art by local and regional artists. Jay Pastore, artistic director of the Rehoboth Art League, will jury the entries from members of See PAINTERS Page 41
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Continued from Page 40 the Art League of Ocean City. The work of fiber artist Heidi Wetzel of Easton hangs in the Spotlight Gallery during July. Originally from Germany, she uses a wide variety of mediums such as sisal, yarn, ribbon and other weavable items to craft baskets, sculptures and other creations. Painter Jim Adcock occupies Studio E in July, displaying his paintings of iconic places and scenes in Ocean City and the region. Originally from Baltimore and now a resident of Berlin, Adcock is a graduate of the Maryland Institute of Art and has taught in the Baltimore County Schools. Silversmith Joan Smith is the artisan in residence during July, showcasing a unique line of contemporary, hand fabricated, jewelry using stones, form and textures in her designs. Admission is always free to the Ocean City Center for the Arts at 502 94th Street, home of the Art League of Ocean City, a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing the visual arts to the community through education, exhibits, scholarship, programs and community art projects. Financial support comes primarily through membership dues from individuals and corporate sponsors. Funding for exhibits is also provided by the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, the Worcester County Arts Council, Maryland State Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts, organizations dedicated to cultivating a vibrant cultural community where the arts thrive. More information is available at 410-524-9433 or www.artleagueofoceancity.org.
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The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will conduct another Safe Boating Class at the Ocean Pines library, July 10-12.
Safe Boating Class offered in Ocean Pines, July 10-12 (July 6, 2018) The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will be conducting the Safe Boating Class at the Ocean Pines library, July 10-12. The Maryland Basic Boating Class is a great opportunity to satisfy Maryland requirements and to get practical boating knowledge from state certified Coast Guard Auxiliary Instructors. The Maryland Boating Safety Education Act requires that anyone born after July 1, 1972 must possess a Maryland Basic Boating Safety Certificate to operate a boat in the state. Those attending the class and pass the test will receive a Maryland Boating Certificate which is NASBLA approved and valid in all states and required for all ages when operating a boat in Virginia. The Maryland Basic Boating Course is an ideal way to brush up on general nautical knowledge and to build boat handling confidence. Besides the state mandated material, the class will tap the local knowl-
edge and experience of the certified instructors. Topics include: safely navigating and piloting about Ocean City waters, how to tie basic nautical knots, how to identify bad weather and tactics for boating in foul weather, nautical terminology and boat trailering. There are also discussions on maintenance and common medical issues that can occur while boating. The course will be held at the Ocean Pines Library. The three evening course will begin at 6 p.m. and end no later than 9 p.m. each evening. Space is limited. Only two more classes are scheduled for the rest of 2018. A one-day version will be conducted on Saturday, Aug. 4, and a three-day version will be held Sept. 11-13. A fee of $15.00 is required to cover the cost for the course and all course materials. To register, or if you have questions, contact Barry Cohen at 410-935-4807 or email CGAUXOC@Gmail.com.
HEADED HOME Margot Madden, a National Aquarium Animal Rescue team volunteer, releases one of three turtles into the water in Ocean City on June 25, after successful rehabilitation. PHOTO COURTESY NATIONAL AQUARIUM
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Star Charities Founder Anna Foultz, center, will host the 21st annual Country Western Night fundraiser for wounded soldiers at the Ocean Downs Casino, July 12. Also pictured, from left, are Star Charities Secretary Susan Walter, Ocean Downs Food and Beverage Manager Vince Fudge, General Manager Bobbi Sample, and Marketing Director Crystal Layton.
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By Josh Davis Associate Editor (July 6, 2018) Tickets sold out for the 21st annual Country Western Night at the Ocean Downs Casino on July 12, but a few dozen more have been made available. Organizer Anna Foultz said 125 passes had already sold, but 25 more were approved by the casino. Tickets must be purchased in advance. “I’m so happy! People are really coming this year and I’ve been selling a lot of tickets,” Foultz said. The event, which will start at 5 p.m., was created by 92-year-old Foultz and hosted each year by Ocean
Pines nonprofit Star Charities for the benefit of wounded soldiers. This year, money will be directed to those serving in the United States Marines. Foultz said the event was started in part to honor her late husband, Carl. “It’s in my heart. My husband was a veteran and served for four years in the CBI [China Burma India Theater during World War II], and he was lucky to come home,” she said. “But he told me some of the things they have to go through, so he started …” nonprofit work for soldiers that continues today. That includes the annual Holiday
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Bluegrass, Brew & BBQ at Furnace Town, Sat.
(July 6, 2018) Furnace Town Living Heritage announces the return of the Bluegrass, Brew & BBQ concert series for the 2018 season. The family-friendly series features live bluegrass performances, a showcase of local craft breweries, and BBQ served by local restaurants. The series began Saturday, June 9, continues July 7 and wraps up on Aug. 4. The series is part of the Furnace Town Folk School. A master class workshop has been added from 1-2 p.m. for anyone interested in learning how to play bluegrass. “The Bluegrass, Brew & BBQ Series is a great family event at Furnace Town”, said Executive Director Patrick Rofe. “The bluegrass performances are very popular. Families bring beach chairs and blankets and have a picnic while they watch the show. It’s a unique experience sitting in our historic 19th-century village in the Pocomoke Forest while listening to
traditional bluegrass melodies – it’s easy to feel like you’ve stepped back in time.” No Spare Time will perform Saturday, July 7. The contemporary bluegrass band has a hunger for the original, a reverence for their craft and a drive like nobody else. They have a hard driving style of third-generation bluegrass with musicians Gary Bates, Mickey Justice, Larry Lynch, Wes Parks and Gary Weber. Saturday, Aug. 4 Furnace Town welcomes John O’Dell & Windy Ridge – Scott Walker, banjo; Brad Sams, bass; John O’Dell, guitar; David Probst, mandolin; and Tony Lyons, fiddle. Over the last 35 years John O’Dell & Windy Ridge — as well as the Good Deale Bluegrass Band, of which O’Dell was a founding member — have been entertaining audiences with traditional bluegrass and classic country music at some of the nation’s premier venues. In addition, their songwriting and
musicianship has afforded them the opportunity to produce three critically-acclaimed albums and to perform at hundreds of municipal, corporate, government, major league sports, and university-sponsored events, TV, and radio broadcasts. Doors open at 4 p.m. and the performance are all from 5-7 p.m. Tickets cost $12 for adults and $6 for children under 16 and members of Furnace Town. Tickets can be purchased at www.eventbrite.com or at the door. For more information, visit www.furnacetown.org, call 410-632-2032 or email
info@furnacetown.org. Support provided by Mid-South Audio, Shore Craft Beer, T.E.A.M. Productions, Worcester County Arts Council, and WOW 101.1 & 99.3 Retro Country. Sponsorships are still available. For more information about the Bluegrass, Brew & BBQ series, call Rofe at 410-6322032. Funding for this event is in part provided by the Worcester County Arts Council, Maryland State Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts, organizations dedicated to cultivating a vibrant cultural community where the arts thrive.
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Junior lifeguard program in Pines
(July 6, 2018) Ocean Pines pools will once again turn into fun training facilities for future lifeguards as the community’s popular junior lifeguard program returns for the summer. The program, designed for ages 7 and up, will focus on teaching lifeguard skills, basic CPR, first aid and more. Those who have already trained as Ocean Pines junior lifeguards can return as junior crew chiefs to learn additional skills. Sessions will be offered July 10-12, July 24-26, July 31 – Aug. 2 and Aug. 14-16. “This is our fifth year having this program, one of my favorites as the children gain a lot of confidence and are very proud of the title of ‘Junior Lifeguard,’” said Ocean Pines Aquatics and Recreation Director Colby Phillips. On Tuesdays and Thursdays of each session, class will be held from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Sports Core Pool, located at 11144 Cathell Road in Ocean Pines. On Wednesdays, program participants will assist with Family Fun Night at the Oasis Pool, located at 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, from 5:30-8 p.m. Those who have already served as junior lifeguards and junior crew chiefs are encouraged to join the junior lifeguard officer program. Officers will practice skills similar to those of official Red Cross lifeguards, including the use of rescue mannequins, full backboard extraction with head stabilization, passive victim and more. The junior lifeguard officer program will be offered concurrently with the junior lifeguard program for the July 10-12 and July 31-Aug. 2 sessions only. “We actually have three of our past junior lifeguards now working on our team as Red Cross-certified lifeguards so it’s a great recruiting tool as well,” Phillips said. The fee per session is $75 per person and includes a T-shirt, whistle, first aid kit, drinks and snacks. Dinner will be provided on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Strong swimming skills are required for all programs. Those who have participated in the 2018 junior lifeguard program are also invited to compete in Ocean Pines’ firstever Junior Lifeguard Olympics on Saturday, Aug. 18 from 6-8 p.m. at the Sports Core Pool. “Julie Winterling, our program supervisor in Aquatics, came up with the idea of a Junior Lifeguard Olympics and I thought it was a great idea,” Phillips said. “We are having really fun T-shirts made for the participants and have some fun games planned.” Spectators are welcome to watch the free event. Registration for participants must be completed prior to Aug. 16. Registration for these programs, which are open to the public, will be taken at the Sports Core Pool only. For more information or to register, call 410641-5255 or visit the Sports Core Pool. Information about additional Ocean Pines aquatic programs, including an online version of the Ocean Pines Activity Guide, is available at OceanPines.org.
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YOGA WITH GOATS Ocean Pines yoga enthusiasts cradle baby goats as they perform a tree pose during the Goat Yoga class held at the Ocean Pines Farmer’s Market on Saturday, June 30. Pictured, from left, are Laura Schnackenberg holding Paige, Yoga Instructor Heidi Bodenheimer with Savannah, and Holly Davis with Vader.
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Dining Guide ■ PRICE RANGE: $, $$, $$$ ■ RESERVATIONS: Reservations accepted ________________________________
DOWNTOWN
South end to 28th Street
■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410289-7192, www.captainstableoc.com $$-$$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Family-owned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott. ■ COINS 28th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410524 3100, www.coinspub.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Casual dining atmosphere for families. Crab cakes, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood. Everything homemade. Happy hour 3-6 p.m. and early bird 4-6 p.m. Daily specials. ■ THE CORAL REEF CAFE / HEMINGWAY'S RESTAURANT 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612, www.ocsuites.com/dining $-$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Four-story atrium cafe and an elegant dining room, Floridian/island-style cuisine, fresh seafood, fresh cuts of meat, farm-totable produce, artisanal desserts, hearty sandwiches and much more. ■ COWBOY COAST COUNTRY SALOON AND STEAKHOUSE 17th Street, Ocean City 410-289-6331, www.cowboycoastoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Lunch, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and dinner, 5-10 p.m., daily. Voted 2015 OC Best Cream of Crab Winner. OC’s only steakhouse serving fresh homemade food from scratch. Hand cut steaks, beer can chicken, fresh seafood. We even pickle our own pickles for the best fried pickles you’ve ever had. Kids ride for free on OC’s only mechanical bull. Nightly drink specials, live music, national concert acts. ■ FISHTALES BAR & GRILL 21st Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-289-0990, www.ocfishtales.com $-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar FishTales is located in a premier outdoor beach location on the bay with the best sunsets. Come for the best local fare. We offer lunch and dinner with great happy hour food and drink specials. Kids play area too. So sit back and enjoy. ■ HOOTERS 5th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-2892690, www.hootersofoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Traditional or boneless wings, burgers, quesadillas, tacos and healthy salads. Seafood selections with Alaskan snow crab legs and Maryland steam pots. Pet friendly oceanfront patio. ■ PHILLIPS SEAFOOD, CRAB HOUSE 21st Street, Ocean City 410-289-7747, PhillipsSeafood.com $$-$$$ | Full bar Traditional dining, buffet and carry out. Early Bird Menu when seated before 5 p.m. All-you-can-eat buffet. Voted OC’s Best Buffet. Featuring more than 100 items including snow crab legs, carving station, madeto-order pasta, handmade crab cakes and so much more. ■ VICTORIAN ROOM RESTAURANT Dunes Manor Hotel, OCEANFRONT at 28th and Baltimore Ave, Ocean City 410-289-1100, www.dunesmanor.com $$ - $$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Open year round. Oceanfront dining atmosphere with local, farm to table/sea to table cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Friday and Saturday, till 10 p.m.). Also Zippy Lewis Lounge with happy hour from 4-7 p.m., featuring Craft Beer selections and appetizer menu; Milton’s Out Door Cafe; and the Barefoot Beach Bar in season.
MIDTOWN
29th to 90th streets
■ 32 PALM 32nd Street, in the Hilton Suites, Ocean City 410289-2525, www.oceancityhilton.com/dining $$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Western Caribbean cuisine, Eastern Shore favorites, gourmet and tasty liquid desserts. ■ THE BIG EASY ON 60 5909 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524-2305, www.thebigeasyon60.com $-$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Come try some Ocean City favorites as well as our take on traditional Louisiana cajun dishes. ■ BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street, Ocean City 410-524-7575, www.bjsonthewater.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Entire dining menu served 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week, year-round. Daily specials, daily duck feeding. Entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. No cover. Available for parties and banquets. Indoor and outdoor dining.
■ DRY 85 OC 12 48th Street, Ocean City 443-664-8989, www.DRY85.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Steps from the beach. Gourmet “stick to your ribs” home cooking. A made-from-scratch kitchen with every sauce and every dressing hand crafted. It’s that attention to detail that takes the concept of burgers, fries, pork chops and wings and turns them completely on their head. Late night bar. Seasonal outdoor seating. ■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE 31st Street, Ocean City 410-289-2581, higginscrabhouse.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Known for all-you-can-eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs. ■ JOHNNY’S PIZZA PUB 56th Street, Ocean City 410-723-5600, www.johnnyspizzapub.com $ | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Featuring homemade pizzas, 18 gourmet pizzas, a variety of calzones, subs, burgers, sandwiches and jumbo wings with 20 different sauces. Live music Fridays, Saturdays and Wednesdays. Carry out or delivery until 4 a.m. ■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ 67th Street Town Center, Ocean City 443-664-5639, www.longboardcafe.net $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving lunch and dinner. Lite fare to dinner entrees offering a variety of burgers, paninis, sandwiches and salads. The "veggies" menu features wrinkled green beans. Signature house libiations and signature entrees made with ingredients from local farms and fisheries. A family restaurant. ■ OC BREWING 56th Street, bayside, Ocean City 443-664-6682, www.ocbrewingcompany.com $-$$ | Large Parties Accepted | Kids’ menu | Full bar Best Craft beer in Ocean City. Daily Happy Hour Deck Parties, 3-6 p.m. Brewery Tours Monday and Saturday, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. ■ OCEAN PINES BEACH CLUB 49th Street and the beach, Ocean City 410-5242957, www.oceanpines.org/dining $$ | Full bar Enjoy Beach Front Casual Dining, swimming pool and music on Saturdays at 1 p.m. Fresh seafood sandwiches, wraps, tacos, nachos, hot dogs, hamburgers, salads, signature drinks and more. Open daily, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. ■ P.G.N. CRABHOUSE 29th Street, Ocean City 410-289-8380 $ | Kids’ menu | Beer, wine The Kaouris family has been serving the finest crabs, seafood, steaks and chicken to Ocean City locals and visitors since 1969. ■ RARE AND RYE 106 32nd St., Ocean City 410-213-7273, https://www.rareandrye.com Full Bar Whiskey and wine bar. Farm to table. Locally grown and prepared cuisine with an eclectic menu. Unique libations with robust selection of ryes, bourbons, whiskeys and specialty drinks. Authentic green space with industrial and rustic décor. ■ RED RED WINE BAR OC 12 48th Street, Ocean City 443-664-6801, www.RedRedWineBar.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Steps from the beach. Coastal cuisine with a focus on local seafood and hand tossed pizzas plus artisanal cheeseboards. 35+ wines By the Glass, 120+ By the Bottle. Flights. Luxurious colors and custom built couches. Late night bar. Seasonal outdoor seating. ■ ROPEWALK 82nd Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-524-1109, www.ropewalkoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Watch the sunsets. Indoor dining and bar, deck dining and tiki bar. Serving brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Serving lunch and dinner, 7 days a week in casual atmosphere. Happy hour specials all day, every day. ■ SEACRETS 49th Street, Ocean City 410-524-4900, www.seacrets.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Island atmosphere. Soups, salads, Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood. ■ SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762, www.skyebaroc.com $-$$ | Reservations | Full bar Lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Happy hour, 3-6 p.m. with food and drink specials.
UPTOWN
91st to 146th streets
■ BAYSIDE CANTINA 141st Street, Ocean City 410-250-1200, baysidecantina.com $-$$ | Full Bar Owned and operated by the Phillips family. Now open and offering fresh, simple and authentic flavors of
classic Mexican favorites. Happy hour from 4-7 p.m. featuring $4 classic margaritas, sangria, draft beers and nacho bar in bar, lounge and patio. ■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR 94th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3983, www.bluefishocmd.com $-$$ | Reservations | Full bar Japanese and Chinese restaurant and sushi bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Dine in, take out and delivery available. ■ BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH 116th Street & Coastal Hwy., (Behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium), Ocean City 443-6642896, www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com $$-$$$ | Reservations recommended for large parties | Kids’ menu | Full bar Eastern Shore fare with a New Orleans Flare. Seafood, steaks and pasta dishes. Specializing in Jambalaya, Creole, & Gumbo. Home of the Ragin’ Cajun Bloody Mary. Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. Weekly entertainment. ■ THE CRAB BAG 130th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410-250-3337, www.thecrabbag.com $-$$ | Full bar Dine in and carryout. Open 7 Days a week, 11 am til late night. Hot steamed crabs, world famous fried chicken, ribs, burgers, barbecue, pasta, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and more. Lunch and weekly carry-out and dinner specials. Happy hour at the beach with drink and food specials. ■ DUFFYS 130th St., in Montego Bay Shopping Ctr. & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250 1449, www.duffysoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Casual dining, indoor or outdoor seating. Irish fare and American cuisine. Appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks and seafood. Second season and daily dinner specials. Dine in, carry out. Happy Hour, daily, noon to 6 pm. ■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE 128th Street, Ocean City 410-289-2581, higginscrabhouse.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Known for all-you-can-eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs. ■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535, www.clarionoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving beach-inspired dishes in our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. All-day menu, available 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet, open year-round and AUCE prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet available Friday and Saturday, 5-9 p.m. ■ JULES FINE DINING 118th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3396, www.ocjules.com $$, $$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Local fare, global flair. Fresh seafood year-round, fresh local produce. ■ NICK’S HOUSE OF RIBS 144th Street & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410250-1984, www.nickshouseofribs.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Casual, family friendly with upscale atmosphere. Extensive menu from our famous baby back ribs, fresh seafood, black angus steaks. ■ REEF 118 118th Street, in the Carousel Oceanfront Hotel and Condos, Ocean City 410-524-1000, www.carouselhotel.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open seven days a week. Oceanfront dining in a casual atmosphere. Serving breakfast from 7-11 a.m., featuring a breakfast buffet or special order from the regular menu. Dinner served from 4-9 p.m., seafood, ribs, steaks, pasta and prime rib. Join us for family theme night dinners. ■ SHANGHAI BUFFET & BAR 131st Street, Ocean City 443-664-8335 $$ | Full Bar OC’s largest seafood, all-you-can-eat buffet featuring soups, raw sushi and sashimi, steamed and baked seafood along with classic Chinese entrees and many classic desserts and fruits. Open 7 days a week. ■ WHISKERS PUB 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-5242609, www.whiskerspub.com $ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Certified Angus®burgers and casual fare. Call for hours.
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■ THE COTTAGE CAFE Route 1 (across from Sea Colony), Bethany Beach, Del. 302-539-8710, www.cottagecafe.com $, $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Seafood and happy hour specials. Lunch and dinner daily. Breakfast buffet on weekends. ■ FLYING FISH CAFE & SUSHI BAR The Village of Fenwick, 300 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-581-0217, www.flyingfishfenwick.com $-$$ | Reservations | Kids’ 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. 302-436FOXS, www.foxspizzade.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Sit-down bar and restaurant. Full menu includes pizza, pastas, salads, sandwiches and more. Specializing pizza and chef specials. Open daily for lunch and dinner at 11 a.m. Take out and delivery. ■ HARPOON HANNA’S RESTAURANT & BAR Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del. www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Casual waterfront restaurant serving lunch and dinner. Fresh fish, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and allyou-can-eat Alaskan crab legs. Open year-round.
WEST OCEAN CITY
■ ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717, www.ocitalianfood.com $-$$ | Reservations | Full bar Serving homemade Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and pasta. Elegant dining room. Early bird specials every day from 5-6 p.m. ■ FOX’S PIZZA DEN 11328 Samuel Bowen Blvd., West Ocean City 410600-1020, Foxpizzamd.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full Bar Enjoy a brand new spacious dining room. Happy hour every day from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. with $5 food specials. Full menu includes appetizers, salads, stromboli, hoagies and wedgies, pizza, spaghetti and more. Open every day from 11 a.m. to midnight. ■ HARBORSIDE BAR AND GRILL 128741 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-2131846, weocharborside.com $-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Home of the Original Fresh Squeezed Orange Crush! Open every day, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Appetizers, fresh seafood, steak and pasta. Live entertainment Thursday through Sunday. ■ HOOTERS Route 50 & Keyser Point Road, West Ocean City 410-213-1841, www.hootersofoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu and game room | Full bar New smoked wings with half the calories. Traditional wings, burgers, quesadillas, tacos and healthy salads. Seafood selections with raw bar and crab legs. Sports packages and live entertainment. Large parties welcome. ■ PIZZA TUGOS Routes 50 and 611, West Ocean City 410-5242922; 114th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524-2922, www.pizzatugos.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving lunch and dinner. Open 7 days. Pizza Tugos is a family-friendly dining restaurant that features award winning pizza, pasta, craft burgers, sandwiches, subs, appetizers and salads. Great happy hour and football specials with full bar and 54 craft beers. ■ POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN Route 50, West Ocean City 443-664-2105 $ | Kids’ menu Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, year-round. Every Monday and Tuesday, two-piece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo.
OCEAN PINES
■ OCEAN PINES YACHT CLUB 1 Mumford Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410-6417222, www.OPyachtclub.com $$-$$$ | Full bar Amid a bay front setting, the Ocean Pines Yacht Club offers dining selections for lunch and dinner. Fresh seafood and signature drinks. Live music Fridays and Saturdays, 6 p.m., Happy Hour daily, 3-6 p.m. and Sunday brunch beginning July 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ■ TERN GRILLE 100 Clubhouse Drive, Ocean Pines 410-641-7222, oceanpinesgolf.org/dining $$ | Full bar The Tern Grille serves freshly-prepared breakfast and lunch items. Winter hours are Friday and Saturday from 4-9 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
BERLIN
■ OCEAN DOWNS CASINO, POSEIDON’S PUB 10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin 410-641-0600, www.oceandowns.com $-$$$ | Full bar House soups, small plates, sandwiches, burgers and entrees including steaks, chicken, veggie and Eastern Shore favorites. Dining room hours: Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday, noon to 10 p.m.; Monday and Tuesday, noon to 8 p.m.; and Friday and Saturday, noon to 11 p.m. Pub open late.
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Calendar Fri., July 6 FIRST FRIDAY OPENING RECEPTION FOR JULY EXHIBITS
OC Center for the Arts, 502 94th St., 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Featuring Kirk McBride, Lynne Lockhart and Pete Cosby. Meet the artists, enjoy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments and see the new exhibits featuring a variety of local artists. Free and open to the public. 410524-9433, https://artleagueofoceancity.org
FREE MOVIES ON THE BEACH DOWNTOWN
Ocean City beach at 27th Street, 8:30 PM. Featuring “The Lion King.” (weather permitting). Ocean City Recreation & Parks, 410-250-0125, http://www.oceancitymd.gov Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 10:00 AM. Membership and info: Anna Foultz, 410-6417667.
STAR CHARITIES MONTHLY MEETING
Daily through Aug. 25 (except July 4) Boardwalk Tram Station, just north of the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD. Enjoy fun facts and topics. Great free summer program for the entire family. Sandy, 410-289-4991, www.ocmuseum.org
OC MUSEUM SUMMER PROGRAMS
Daily through Sept. 3 - N. Division Street and beach, 9:00 PM - 11 PM. Special 3-minute displays at 9 p.m., 9:20 p.m., 9:40 p.m., 10 p.m., 10:20 p.m., 10:40 p.m. and 11 p.m. Featuring highpowered, colored search lights that move and sway to music.
BEACH LIGHTS
Sat., July 7 Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, 8:00 AM 1:00 PM. More than 35 vendors, breakfast sandwiches and coffee and for lunch, pulled pork sandwiches, BBQ meatloaf, hot dogs, cole slaw and baked beans. Bake table and more. For table rental, 410-641-2186.
OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET
Burley Inn Tavern, 16 Pitts St., 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. The group meets once a month to share their creative writing. New members and occasional visitors welcome. This month’s theme (optional) is birth. Jean Marx, 443-880-0045
FIRST SATURDAY WRITERS’ WORKSHOP
Furnace Town Living Heritage Village, 3816 Old Furnace Road, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Gates open at 4 p.m. Furnace Town
BLUEGRASS, BREW & BBQ CONCERT
presents No Spare Time. Brew available from Evolution Craft Brewery Company and Tall Tales Brewery; BBQ served by NoBBQ or Backyard Louie’s BBQ; and dessert available from The Ugly Pie. Tickets cost $12 for adults and $6 for children under 16 years and members of Furnace Town. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com or at the door. Furnace Town Folk School has added a master class workshop from 1-2 p.m. for those interested in learning how to play bluegrass. info@furnacetown.org, 410632-2032, http://www.furnacetown.org Daily through Aug. 25 (except July 4) Boardwalk Tram Station, just north of the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD. Enjoy fun facts and topics. Great free summer program for the entire family. Sandy, 410-289-4991, www.ocmuseum.org
OC MUSEUM SUMMER PROGRAMS
Daily through Sept. 3 - N. Division Street and beach, 9:00 PM - 11 PM. Special 3-minute displays at 9 p.m., 9:20 p.m., 9:40 p.m., 10 p.m., 10:20 p.m., 10:40 p.m. and 11 p.m. Featuring highpowered, colored search lights that move and sway to music.
BEACH LIGHTS
Saturdays - White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Locally grown vegetables and fruits, eggs, honey, kettle korn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats and more. New vendors welcome. 410-641-7717, Ext. 3006
FARMERS MARKET
Sun., July 8 Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, MD, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Create your own sundae for a nominal fee and enjoy free music by Kick It Out (Heart tribute show). Also, free activities and entertainment for children. Additional ice cream novelty and beverage options available. Bring picnic basket and beach chairs. Fireworks display at 9 p.m. Held inside in the event of inclement weather. 410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326
SUNDAES IN THE PARK
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BUFFET BREAKFAST
Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM. All-you-can-eat includes two styles of eggs, sausage, bacon, fried potatoes, creamed chipped beef, toast, pancakes, French toast, coffee and juice. Cost is $10 for adults and $6 for children. 410524-7994 Daily through Aug. 25 (except July 4) Boardwalk Tram Station, just north of
OC MUSEUM SUMMER PROGRAMS
the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD. Enjoy fun facts and topics. Great free summer program for the entire family. Sandy, 410-289-4991, www.ocmuseum.org Daily through Sept. 3 - N. Division Street and beach, 9:00 PM - 11 PM. Special 3-minute displays at 9 p.m., 9:20 p.m., 9:40 p.m., 10 p.m., 10:20 p.m., 10:40 p.m. and 11 p.m. Featuring highpowered, colored search lights that move and sway to music.
BEACH LIGHTS
Sundays through Sept. 30 - Bethany United Methodist Church, front lawn, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, MD, 8:30 AM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. bethany21811@ gmail.com, 410641-2186
OUTDOOR WORSHIP SERVICE
Mon., July 9 Meet at 19th Street, oceanside, Ocean City to help carry out the first sweep of the Assateague Coastal Trust’s adopted streets, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. The group will be sweeping 19th and 20th streets before heading North to sweep 94th97th streets. Billy Weiland, billy@actforbays.org
POST 4TH BEACH CLEAN UP
Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, 5:00 PM - 6:30. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Berlin group No. 169. Rose Campion, 410-6410157
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING
Worcester Youth and Family Ray Room, 124 N. Main St., 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM. Learn about Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy (OMT) and how it can help. Dr. Deborah Conran will discuss moving muscles, connective tissues and joints to treat injuries and manage or relieve a variety of symptoms. It can help with back or joint pain, asthma, headaches, digestive issues and more. Registration is encouraged but not required. Michelle, 410-641-9268, http://www.atlanticgeneral.org/MedicalMonday
MEDICAL MONDAY
Ocean City beach at N. Division St, 10:30 PM. Fireworks will be visible along the boardwalk every Monday through Aug. 28. 410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326
BEACH FIREWORKS
White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8:00 PM. Free family-friendly movie featuring “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (1989).” Bring chairs, food and drinks. Ice cream, candy and drinks will be for
MOVIE IN THE PARK
sale. Open to the public. Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department, 410641-7052, http://OceanPines.org
FREE MOVIES ON THE BEACH DOWNTOWN
Ocean City beach at 27th Street, 8:30 PM. Featuring “Despicable Me 3.” (weather permitting). Ocean City Recreation & Parks, 410-250-0125, http://www.oceancitymd.gov Daily through Aug. 25 (except July 4) Boardwalk Tram Station, just north of the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD. Enjoy fun facts and topics. Great free summer program for the entire family. Sandy, 410-289-4991, www.ocmuseum.org
OC MUSEUM SUMMER PROGRAMS
Daily through Sept. 3 - N. Division Street and beach, 9:00 PM - 11 PM. Special 3-minute displays at 9 p.m., 9:20 p.m., 9:40 p.m., 10 p.m., 10:20 p.m., 10:40 p.m. and 11 p.m. Featuring highpowered, colored search lights that move and sway to music.
BEACH LIGHTS
Mondays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 7:00 PM. All levels of singers and drop-ins welcome. Jean, 410-208-4149
DELMARVA A CAPELLA CHORUS
Tues., July 10 The Trash Free Assateague Team will be heading to the North Point of Assateague (The Wedge) to sweep the area, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. There will be a brief informative program at the start of the event. ACT will shuttle eight TFA Team volunteers across Sinepuxnet Bay for this clean up. Those with their own vessel are welcome to join the group. RSVP: Billy Weiland, billy@actforbays.org.
TFA NORTH POINT SWEEP
Gull Creek Senior Living, 1 Meadow St., 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM. Group provides discussions and mutual support, as well as education on exercise, nutrition, coping techniques, medications and developments in treatment. Kay Rentschler, 410-6414765, http://www.delmarvaparkinsonsalliance.org
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP
Sports Core Pool, 11144 Cathell Road, 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM. Designed for ages 7 and older and focuses on teaching lifeguard skills, basic CPR, first aid and more. Those who have already trained as junior lifeguards can return as junior crew chiefs. Those who have already served as junior lifeguard and junior crew chiefs, are encouraged to join the
JUNIOR LIFEGUARD PROGRAM
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CALENDAR junior lifeguard officer program. On Tuesday and Thursday, class will be held from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Sports Core Pool. On Wednesday, participants will assist with Family Fun Night at the Oasis Pool from 5:30-8 p.m. The fee is $75 and includes a T-shirt, whistle, first aid kit, drinks, snacks and dinner on Wednesday and Thursday. Strong swimming skills are required. Open to the public. Register at the Sports Core Pool or by calling 410-641-5255. http://OceanPines.org
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Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM. Full menu to select from plus steamed crabs and steamed shrimp. They can be pre-ordered on Monday and Tuesday mornings by calling 410-524-7994 between 9 a.m. and noon.
KOFC SEAFOOD NIGHT
MARYLAND BASIC BOATING SAFETY COURSE
Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Held from July 1012, the course includes piloting in local waters, tying nautical knots, foul weather tactics, legal issues and common marine maintenance. Completion is awarded with the Maryland Safety Boating Certificate, which is required for those born after July 1, 1972. The fee is $15. Register: Barry Cohen, 410-935-4807 or CGAUX1205@gmail.com.
NAMI LOWER SHORE FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP
Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM. Free, monthly program offers shared wisdom and problem solving for family members of individuals with mental illness. Carole Spurrier, 410-2084003, carolespurrier@msn.com or Gail S. Mansell, gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org, 410-641-9725 Caroline Street Stage, Ocean City beach at Caroline Street, 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM. Featuring DJ Knappy (Premiere DJ). Enjoy the music and dance in the sand. Bring a beach chair or blanket. 410-2500125 or 800-626-2326
OC BEACH DANCE PARTY
Daily through Aug. 25 (except July 4) Boardwalk Tram Station, just north of the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD. Enjoy fun facts and topics. Great free summer program for the entire family. Sandy, 410-289-4991, www.ocmuseum.org
OC MUSEUM SUMMER PROGRAMS
Daily through Sept. 3 - N. Division Street and beach, 9:00 PM - 11 PM. Special 3-minute displays at 9 p.m., 9:20 p.m., 9:40 p.m., 10 p.m., 10:20 p.m., 10:40 p.m. and 11 p.m. Featuring highpowered, colored search lights that move and sway to music.
BEACH LIGHTS
Tuesdays through Aug. 28 - Ocean City beach at N. Division St., 10:30 p.m. Fire-
BEACH FIREWORKS
works will be visible along the boardwalk. 410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326 Tuesdays through Sept. 25 - Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Got bugs or other plant problems? Bring your bagged samples by and let the master gardeners find solutions to your questions. 410208-4014
ASK A MASTER GARDENER
Tuesdays through Aug. 14 - Ocean City beach at 27th Street, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. All skill levels welcome. Activities include sand castle contests, tug-of-war, relay games and more. All activities are free. Parents are asked to stay with their children. Denise Ortega, 410-250-0125.
FAMILY BEACH OLYMPICS
Tuesdays - Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Drive, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and health lifestyle. jeanduck47@gmail.com
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING
Wed., July 11 Sponsored by Atlantic General Hospital and takes place at Rite Aid, 10119 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin and at Rite Aid, 11011 Manklin Creek Road, Ocean Pines, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Free blood pressure screening and health information. Michelle, 410-641-9268
HYPERTENSION CLINICS
Carousel Resort Hotel and Condominiums, 11700 Coastal Highway, 8:30 PM. Featuring “The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature.” (weather permitting). Ocean City Recreation & Parks, 410-250-0125, http://www.oceancitymd.gov
FREE MOVIES ON THE BEACH - UPTOWN
Daily through Aug. 25 (except July 4) Boardwalk Tram Station, just north of the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD. Enjoy fun facts and topics. Great free summer program for the entire family. Sandy, 410-289-4991, www.ocmuseum.org
OC MUSEUM SUMMER PROGRAMS
Daily through Sept. 3 - N. Division Street and beach, 9:00 PM - 11 PM. Special 3-minute displays at 9 p.m., 9:20 p.m., 9:40 p.m., 10 p.m., 10:20 p.m., 10:40 p.m. and 11 p.m. Featuring highpowered, colored search lights that move and sway to music.
BEACH LIGHTS
Wednesdays - Ocean City Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM. Dance to the sounds of the ’50s and ’60s music. A $5 donation to benefit Veterans and local charities. Dance lessons offered the first and third Wednesday of each month from 5-5:45 p.m. Dancing follows until 9 p.m. Members and their guests welcome. dance@delmarvahanddancing. com, 410-208-1151, http://del-
DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB
marvahanddancing.com Wednesdays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8:00 AM. Doors open at 7 a.m., meeting begins at 8 a.m. 410-641-7330, http://www.kiwanisofopoc.org
KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OP/OC
Wednesdays - Captain’s Table Restaurant in the Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th St., 6:00 PM. cliff0917@aol.com, 302540-2127
OC/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING
Wednesdays through Sept. 26 - White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Locally grown vegetables and fruits, eggs, honey, kettle korn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats, jewelry, clothing, artwork and more. Open to the public. New vendors welcome. 410-641-7717, Ext. 3006
OP FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET
Wednesdays through Aug. 22 (except July 4) - Oasis Pool (formerly known as the Yacht Club Pool), 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Games, contests and music. Cost is $3 for swim members, $5 for Ocean Pines residents and $7 for nonresidents. Only those swimming pay a fee. Food and beverages will be for sale poolside., Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department, 410641-7052 http://OceanPines.org
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
John H. “Jack” Burbage Jr. Regional Cancer Care Center, 9707 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 4-6 p.m. Formal ribbon cutting at 4:30 p.m. Meet the cancer care team and tour the facility. Refreshments will be available.
GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION
Thurs., July 12 TIMELESS TIDES: THE OCEAN PINES HISTORY PANEL
Ocean Pines Community Center, Assateague Room, 239 Ocean Parkway, 3:00 PM. The panel will feature residents who will discuss the evolution of Ocean Pines. The panel’s mission is to assist the community in preserving and honoring early developers and families of Ocean Pines. The event is free and open to the public. The Ocean Pines Association will video-record the panel discussion and include it in a time capsule that will be buried at White Horse Park on Aug. 12. The unedited footage will be donate to the Ocean Pines library. The recordings will also be available at www.oceanpines.org in the coming months. Denise Sawyer, dsawyer@oceanpines.org, 410-641-7717, Ext. 3006 Ocean Downs Casino, 10218 Racetrack Road, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM. All-you-caneat buffet, door prizes, programs and entertainment. Cost is $26. For tickets, contact Star Charities members or call Anna Foultz, 410-641-7667.
ANNUAL COUNTRY WESTERN NIGHT
White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Free family-friendly performance featuring “Elvis.” Refreshments will be sold, or patrons may bring their own. Open to the public. Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department, 410-641-7052, http://OceanPines.org
CONCERT IN THE PARK
Sunset Park, 700 S. Philadelphia Ave., 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Enjoy a free concert by Boy in Black (Johnny Cash Tribute) while watching the sunset over the Isle of Wight Bay. Admission to the park is free, while beverages, including beer, are available for purchase. It is recommended to bring your own seating. 410289-2800 or 800-626-2326
SUNSET PARK PARTY NIGHTS
Daily through Aug. 25 (except July 4) Boardwalk Tram Station, just north of the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD. Enjoy fun facts and topics. Great free summer program for the entire family. Sandy, 410-289-4991, www.ocmuseum.org
OC MUSEUM SUMMER PROGRAMS
Daily through Sept. 3 - N. Division Street and beach, 9:00 PM - 11 PM. Special 3-minute displays at 9 p.m., 9:20 p.m., 9:40 p.m., 10 p.m., 10:20 p.m., 10:40 p.m. and 11 p.m. Featuring highpowered, colored search lights that move and sway to music.
BEACH LIGHTS
Thursdays through Aug. 22 (except July 4) - Oasis Pool (formerly known as the Yacht Club Pool), 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Games, contests and music. Cost is $3 for swim members, $5 for Ocean Pines residents and $7 for nonresidents. Only those swimming pay a fee. Food and beverages will be for sale poolside. Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department, 410-641-7052, http://OceanPines.org
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
Thursdays - Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel, 10100 Coastal Highway, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Beach Singles 45-Plus meets for happy hour. Info: Arlene, 302-436-9577 or Kate, 410524-0649. http://www.BeachSingles.org
BEACH SINGLES
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51 Classifieds now appear in Ocean City Today & the Bayside Gazette each week and online at oceancitytoday.net and baysideoc.com.
HELP WANTED
is now hiring for the following positions:
Distillery Tour Guides, Cooks, A/V Staff, Gardener, General Maintenance, EMT & Boutique Sales. For more details or to apply, please go online to www.seacrets.com/employment
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
PT, Y Yeearr--Round/Seasonal
NOW HIRING!! Production Crew
for our WOC kitchen facility Starting at $12.00/hr. Apply online at: www.delmarvadd.com
Office Assistant Needed Full-time Position
We have two busy rental offices. We are looking for someone who can assist in both our Ocean Pines and Ocean City office. q References required q Professional/Friendly q Must be willing to travel to properties mostly in Ocean Pines and Ocean City q Must work most weekends as needed q Administrative skills needed Please fax resumes, letters, and references to Hileman Real Estate, Inc. Attn: Chris Fax # 410-208-9562 No Phone Calls Please
NOW HIRING Delivery Drivers TOP PAY
Earn $15-$20 Hr. Uniforms & Meal Plans Provided. Benefits Available.
Holding Interviews Thursdays @ 11 a.m. 5601 Coastal Hwy., Bayside or call 443-880-2486
Work At The BEACH... Work With The BEST!!
Top wages, excellent benefits package and free employee meal available to successful candidates.
Food & Beverage Manager
We are currently recruiting an experienced food & beverage manager to oversee and be responsible for our busy dining room & convention center. Must have strong management experience in a large restaurant, banquet and/or convention services experience, ability to train staff, excellent communication skills and ability to solve problems. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays. Excellent salary and benefits package. Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel Human Resources 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Fax: 410-723-9109 ~ lwatson@clarionoc.com EOE M/F/D/V
Certified Lifeguards Recreation Attendants Please apply in person at the new Health and Aquatic Club at Bayside
31264 Americana Prkwy., Selbyville, 19975 Call: 302.988.2315, x 0 or email: BaysideRecreation@troon.com
SHUTTLE BUS DRIVERS Call: 610.212.9949 Seasonal, for Bethany Beach area. 20-30/hrs./week, competitive hourly pay. Flexible days. Must have CDL license with passenger endorsements. Required to pass DOT physical, drug and alcohol testing.
EXPERIENCED BARTENDER Top Hourly Rate
Plus Tips and Year-End Bonus
email resume:
billguckin@gmail.com or call Bill 10am-10pm 215.313.5667 Fenwick Island
The Worcester County Humane Society
The Worcester County Humane Society is seeking full or part-time Animal Care help. Position includes cage/kennel cleaning, feeding, medicating, grooming, exercising, and monitoring behavior/ health. Prior cat and/or dog care experience preferred. Veterinary assistant experience a plus. Pay commensurate with experience. Persons applying need to follow established rules & protocols, display a positive attitude, and believe in our mission & no kill philosophy. Applications available upon request at savinganimals@worcestercountyhumanesociety.org
Year-Round Part-Time
Sea Colony Fitness
WEEKEND SUPERVISOR email:
jennifer.neal@resortquest.com
or apply online at: Careers.WyndhamWorldwide.com Employment is contingent on a drug screen and background check. ResortQuest is an EOE.
- EXPERIENCED CARPENTERS/FRAMERS (siding, roofing)
- HOME REMODELING PROFESSIONALS (kitchen, bathroom, floor, tile, cabinets)
- WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION TECHS AND MANAGERS (IICRC certifications a plus)
VALID DL, Background check, Drug & Alcohol-free environment
Please send your resumes at oceantowerconstruction@yahoo.com or call 443-366-5556 during regular business hours.
HELP WANTED
Maryland Licensed Cosmetologist. Salary plus commission. Contact Joey at 410-250-6110.
WORK ON THE BEACH RENTING UMBRELLAS AND CHAIRS. HOURS 9-5. CALL OR TEXT 410-726-0315.
Now Hiring Servers. Apply within @ Skye Bar & Grille, 66th St., bayside, OC, MD
AUTOMOTIVE
EARN UP TO $27.00 HR. Busy tire and service center, has immediate openings for: - Entry Level Technicians - Tire & Lube Techs - MD. State Inspectors - Service Advisors No Experience but love the automotive field.... We will train the right people!!! We have several locations in the Rehoboth, Bethany Beach and Ocean City, MD. areas and still growing!! Exc. Pay and Benefits Call: 302-249-7364 or 443-614-3740
HELP WANTED
CARPENTERS • FRAMERS GLAZIERS for Premier Glass & Screen. Health Insurance, Vacation & Holiday Benefits. Email resume: premierglass@mchsi.com or call: 302-732-3101
Chairside
DENTAL ASS’T. Experience Preferred Ocean View, DE Email Resume:
molarbiz@yahoo.com Property Management Assistant Full Time w/ Benefits
Send resume to eugene@oc-rem.com Now Hiring
Back to School Photographers
No Experience Necessary. Send Resumes to: meslin@lifetouch.com
Courtyard by Marriott 2 15th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842 Now accepting applications for the following positions: • Night Audit: Full-time, year-round with benefits
• Front Desk Associate: AM/PM, full-time, seasonal with year-round possibilities Apply in person or email resume to: duran.showell@marriott.com
All candidates must go through a satisfactory background check.
www.courtyardoceancity.com ~ No phone call please.
Work At The BEACH... Work With The BEST!!
Top wages, excellent benefits package and free employee meal available to successful candidates.
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, forward resume with salary requirements to: Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel Human Resources 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Fax: 410-723-9109 ~ lwatson@clarionoc.com EOE M/F/D/V
Online www.oceancitytoday.com s d ie if s s la C Convenient, quick, no waiting, no calls ~ Days, nights and weekends Order Your
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HELP WANTED
Yellowfins Bar & Grill Immediately Hiring
Kitchen Staff
Competitive Wages
Please inquire within. 33195 Lighthouse Rd., Selbyville, DE 19975 Send resumes to Josh.yellowfins@outlook.com
Classifieds 410-723-6397
HELP WANTED
DENTAL OFFICE Looking for Front Desk Person w/dental knowledge. Insurance exp helpful. PT or FT hrs neg. No weekends/evenings. Email pkernan@atlanticdental.com or fax resume to 410-213-2955 Experienced Cleaner Reliable w/own transportation, cleaning supplies, trustworthy & dependable. Call 443-513-4024. Only serious inquiries apply.
Calvin B. Taylor Banking Company, a local community bank is hiring for
Customer Service Associate
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Delmarva Boil Co. offers catering in homes, pots to go
By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) Delmarva Boil Company, featuring southern cuisine, recently opened on 143rd Street in Ocean City. Co-owner Matthew Khouri first began the business as a class project in 2012 at the University of North Carolina, Wilmington. “I turned this in my senior year and got a C on it, and I said, ‘You know what, I’m going to do it anyway,’” Khouri said. “For me, I didn’t want to wear a suit and tie to work, or join corporate America, I wanted to do my own thing so I started this in 2012 out of my apartment in Outer Banks [North Carolina]. “The first year was about 10 caterings,” he continued. “The fourth year was about 200. I opened the first store front in the Outer Banks in 2016. In 2017 we opened a second location in Wilmington, North Carolina, and now this is our third location in three years.” The Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed Delmarva Boil Company on Friday, June 29, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. “I wanted to expand this business for a long time and the two main factors are location and someone to be in charge, to run the location,” Khouri said. “This winter, Will [Jenkins, co-owner] reached out, and he ended up being our point man on this and we got another childhood friend of mine [co-owner Ryan Miller], who’s in the real estate industry in Baltimore. Together, we came up with financing and started the buildout and it was a long process, but now we’re open.” The company serves a low-country boil style feast. This style of cooking requires steam and a traditional lowcountry meal includes red bliss potatoes, sweet corn, sweet onions, spicy andouille sausage and jumbo shrimp, served with a homemade cocktail sauce. Additional items such as mussels, clams, lobster tails and snow crab legs are offered on the menu as well. The business also offers sides of coleslaw, corn bread and key lime pie. “I think it’s an absolutely unique service that no one in Maryland or Delaware is doing right now,” Jenkins said. “I think the combination of the sausage, seasoning and home-
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Co-owners Matt Khouri, left, and Will Jenkins smile for a photo during the grand opening event for Delmarva Boil Company on 143rd Street, Friday, June 29. Missing from photo is co-owner Ryan Miller.
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The Delmarva Boil Company is located on 143rd Street in Ocean City.
made cocktail sauce, everything is combined with that low country Cajun taste, [which] is really unique.” Customers can choose to pick up the food already cooked, have the company cater at their home, or have a prebuilt pot created for them to cook at their residence. “With this, either we come to do it and we do all the cleaning, cooking [and] serving right at home for large groups, or even with our takeout box – you pick it up, you take it home and you’re cooking everything right out of
the comfort of your own home,” Khouri said. “You can avoid all the chaos and just enjoy your time with your family. I think that’s a really important thing.” The cooking pots used by the Ocean City business are recyclable and created by Independent Can Company, located in Maryland. Khouri does not recommend reusing the pot for cooking after the first time. “You pick up the pot here at the See LOW Page 56
(July 6, 2018) Atlantic General recently recognized Paula Dize, RN, CCRN, as its Nurse of the Year for 2018, as well as Regina Bailey, a tech in the AGH MedSurg department and the recipient of the 2018 Friend of Nursing award. National surveys continue to place nurses at the top when it comes to the most trusted profession, according to Gallup polls measuring honesty and ethics in various fields. It is through the actions and words of nurses that trust between provider and patient is developed, and this is especially important in Maryland, where healthcare organizations have been working hard to anticipate the needs of patients and communities on a deeper level. Often it is the nurse who is able to forge the connection that puts an emotional and professional face to Atlantic General Hospital. Dize received multiple nominations by her fellow AGH associates. One nomination stated “her commitment to our facility shows in her manner of support toward her patients and her professionalism.” Dize is described as a nurse who exceeds in her leadership roles. “She treats her patients as if they were her own family,” stated one of her fellow AGH associates. “Described as a mentor, an educator, a leader and someone who inspires passion, the nominations cited multiple examples of care above and beyond the call of duty and teaching expertise toward her colleagues. “She makes me proud to be in the nursing profession as a leader alongside a rising leader,” added Colleen Wareing, chief nursing officer and vice president of patient care services at Atlantic General Hospital. “I am honored and grateful to be a part of the AGH family,” Dize said. “I feel very privileged to work with such talented and passionate individuals. Being recognized by my colleagues for a job that I love is an amazing and humbling experience.” Other nominees included Amy Bohtling, Kelli Duckett, Mary Wilgus, Shannon Simpson, Tanna Bryant, Nettie Widgeon, Wendi McDonough and Bev Ward. A subcommittee of the Professional Nurse Council selects the recipient from a pool of those nominated by fellow AGH associates and previous DAISY nurses. Bailey, the 2018 Friend of Nursing award recipient, was nominated by multiple staff for going above and beyond in patient care, as well as taking pride in what she does. One of her nominations said, “She See NOMINEES Page 56
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Nominees pulled from colleagues Continued from Page 55 comes to work with a bright smile and is always positive.” “It was a great year for the nursing nominations with outstanding submissions to choose from,” Mary Mullins, chair of the Professional Nurses Council at AGH, said. “Without excellent partners, techs, CNAs, MOAs, etc., we cannot be great nurses,” Wareing said. Atlantic General Hospital has been providing quality health care to the residents of Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties in Maryland and Sussex County, Delaware, since May 1993. Built by the commitment and generosity of a dedicated community, the hospital’s state-of-the-art facility in Berlin combines old-fashioned personal attention with the latest in technology and services. It provides quality specialty care such as weight loss surgery, orthopedics, outpatient infusion for individuals with cancer or blood/autoimmune disorders, retina surgery and a comprehensive women’s diagnostic center. Atlantic General Health System, its network of more than 40 primary care providers and specialists, care for residents and visitors throughout the region. For more information about Atlantic General Hospital, visit www.atlanticgeneral.org.
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Low-country boil feasts in OC Continued from Page 55 shop, you take it home [and] you cook with it once,” he said. “They’re not necessarily reusable in terms of cooking but they’re a great way to be reused. You can put ice and beer in it [and] call it a cooler, kids can play on the beach with it to build sandcastles [or] collect seashells, and we’ve had
people plant flowers and plants in them, and even the lid makes a Frisbee. It’s a nice little souvenir for people to take home or recycle.” Delmarva Boil Company is open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, call 443664-8356 or visit www.delmarvaboilcompany.com.
The Ocean City Chamber of Commerce and employees of Delmarva Boil Company on 143rd Street, cut the ceremonial ribbon on Friday, June 29 during the grand opening celebration of the business.
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Atlantic General announces date to open cancer center
NURSING AWARDS Atlantic General recently recognized Paula Dize, RN, CCRN, as its Nurse of the Year for 2018. Pictured, from left, are Niki Morris, 2017 Nurse of the Year; Colleen Wareing, chief nursing officer and vice president of patient care services at AGH; Dize, RN, CCRN; Atif Zeeshan, intensivist in the ICU; and Scott Rose, Stroke Center director.
Atlantic General recently presented Regina Bailey, a tech in the AGH Med-Surg department, with the 2018 Friend of Nursing award. Pictured, from left, are Dr. Gregory Stamnas; The 2017 AGH Friend of Nursing recipient, Nick Bartolomeo; Bailey; and Colleen Wareing, chief nursing officer and vice president of patient care services at AGH.
(July 6, 2018) Atlantic General Hospital officials have announced that a grand opening celebration will be held for the new John H. ‘Jack’ Burbage, Jr. Regional Cancer Care Center on Wednesday, July 11. The center, which is the new home for radiation oncologist Manoj Jain, MD, and medical oncology specialists Rabindra Paul, MD, and Roopa Gupta, MD, and their clinical teams, opened on schedule on June 27. Patients and the community are invited to attend the grand opening, from 4-6 p.m. to meet the cancer care team and tour the facility. A formal ribbon cutting will be held at 4:30 p.m.; refreshments will also be available. The John H. ‘Jack’ Burbage, Jr. Regional Cancer Care Center is located at 9707 Healthway Drive, Berlin, Maryland 21811. The new 18,000-square-foot Regional Cancer Care Center, which is built on the Atlantic General Hospital campus at the corner of Route 113 and Old Ocean City Boulevard (Route 346) in Berlin, provides one centrally-located, convenient facility for the care and treatment of individuals with cancer and blood disorders. In addition to previously available medical oncology and chemotherapy infusion services and integrative therapies, the new center includes radiation oncology; PET/CT imaging; laboratory services; community education and support facilities; and telemedicine technology that allow patients and their physicians to consult with other cancer care experts at the University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center, preventing unnecessary travel for consultation and follow up care for patients who may require more intensive can-
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Atlantic General Hospital held a ribbon cutting for the newly expanded Auxiliary Thrift Shop on June 21. It is located at 10452 Old Ocean City Blvd. in Berlin.
AGH Auxiliary Thrift Shop ribbon cutting held (July 6, 2018) Atlantic General Hospital held a ribbon cutting for the newly expanded Auxiliary Thrift Shop on June 21. Members of the Auxiliary and supporters of Atlantic General Hospital
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REAL ESTATE REPORT
Title insurance offers policyholder protection By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (July 6, 2018) Most commonly used in the state of Maryland to protect a buyer, and ensure that title to a property is clear and marketable in a real estate transaction, is the purchase of a title insurance policy. Title insurance provides the policyholder protection from losses that may arise from defects in the title. The Maryland Association of Realtor Contract of Sale calls for title to
property to be “good and merchantable, free of liens and encumbrances…” To be marketable, title must disclose no serious defects; not expose a purchaser to any litigation; and convince a reasonably well-informed purchaser that he/she can sell or mortgage the property at a later time. It is up to the title insurance com-
pany to determine whether or not the title is insurable, based on the results of a title search. A title search is an examination of all the public records done when a property is under contract to determine whether any defects exist in the record of a property’s ownership, also called the chain of title. Title is traced back 40-60 years, and other public records are examined to identify wills, judicial proceedings and other encumbrances,
such as taxes or special assessments, that may affect title. There are different levels of coverage including standard coverage policies and extended coverage policies. Standard coverage policies normally insure the title against items found in the public records, but also hidden defects such as forged documents or improperly delivered deeds for example. Extended coverage poliSee TITLE Page 64
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PAGE 60 JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842
TRUSTEE'S SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE OCEAN HIGH 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-18-000165, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the Ocean High Condominium Building, located at 502 W. 32nd Street. Ocean Citv. Maryland, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2018 AT 9:00A.M. Units
Time Intervals
D-6 D-5 B-3 C-11 C-11 A-1 C-11 F-10 C-22 G-23 G-23 C-14 8-3 F-10 G-31 D-6 C-21 G-34
40 6 19 37 5 39 45 48 52 45 48 17 43 21 18 43 12 40
Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Ocean High Condominium, including an undivided interest in the common elements thereof, as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and By-Laws recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and subsequent Declarations of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions 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, 2018 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-7/5/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842
TRUSTEE'S SALE OFTIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE OCEAN HIGH 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-18-000166, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the Ocean High Condominium Building, located at 502 W. 32nd Street, Ocean Citv, Marvland, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2018 AT 9:15A.M. Units
Time Intervals
C-18 C-17 E-8 C-19 A-1 B-3 G-34 B-4 C-18 C-18 C-19 D-6 C-13 C-13 C-15 C-18 G-23 G-33 G-34
47 17 10 8 43 18 14 39 18 42 45 15 36 42 38 45 50 52 36
Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Ocean High Condominium, including an undivided interest in the common elements thereof, as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and By-Laws recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and subsequent Declarations of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions 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, 2018 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-7/5/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, MD 20707 www.mwc-law.com
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 3211 SHEEPHOUSE RD. A/R/T/A 3211 SHEEP HOUSE RD. POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Walter G. Parks, dated September 8, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4781, folio 562 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JULY 16, 2018 AT 1:31 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 $7,000 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,
JULY 6, 2018 Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 6.375% 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 #16-603903). Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-6/28/3t _________________________________ Hofmeister & Breza 11019 McCormick Rd., Suite 400 Hunt Valley, MD 21031 410-832-8822
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE TOWNHOUSE CONDOMINIUM 102 6TH STREET, UNIT #4 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Harold V. Harbold, II and Peggy W. Harbold, dated August 7, 2003 and recorded in Liber 3829, folio 500 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 sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD
JULY 6, 2018 21863, on JULY 9, 2018 AT 12:00 pm ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS thereon situated in Worcester County, Maryland and known as Condominium Unit Number 4 in the “Sunset South Townhouse Condominium” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. Tax ID #10-258294. The property is believed to be improved by a townhouse condominium containing a foyer, living room, dining room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, FHA electric heat and central air conditioning. The property has an attached 2-car garage. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to all covenants, conditions, liens, restrictions, easements, agreements and rights-of-way as may affect same, if any and with no warranty of any kind. TERMS OF SALE: A deposit of $5,000 will be required at the time of sale, such deposit to be in cash or certified check, or other form acceptable to the Substitute Trustees in their sole discretion. The deposit must be increased to 10% of the purchase price within 2 business days after the sale, and delivered to the office of the auctioneer in the same form as the initial deposit. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid in cash within ten (10) days of the final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. If payment of the balance does not take place within ten (10) days of ratification, the deposit(s) may be forfeited and the property may be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property. Interest to be paid on unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from date of sale to date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees in the event the property is purchased by someone other than the holder of the indebtedness. In the event settlement is delayed for any reason, there shall be no abatement of interest. All taxes, ground rent, water, condominium fees and/or homeowner association dues, all public charges, assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted to date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses for the property shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. 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. Upon refund of the deposit to purchaser, this sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser
Ocean City Today / Public Notices shall have no further claims against the Substitute Trustees. The conveyance of the property by the Substitute Trustees to the purchaser at settlement shall be by Trustees’ Deed without covenants or special warranties. The Substitute Trustees reserve the right to: (1) accept or reject any and all bids and to sell the property in any manner which the Substitute Trustees determines, in their sole discretion, may provide the highest yield to the secured party, (2) modify or waive the requirement for bidders’ deposits and terms of sale and/or settlement, and (3) to withdraw all or any part of the property from the sale prior to acceptance of the final bid. The property will be sold in an “AS IS” condition and without any recourse, representations or warranties, either express or implied, as to its nature, condition or description. No representations are made as to the property. Neither the Substitute Trustees, nor any other party, make any warranty or representation of any kind or nature regarding the physical condition of, the description of, or title to the property. The property will be sold subject to any violation notices and subject to all conditions, restrictions, easements, covenants, encumbrances, and agreements of record and all terms, conditions, notes, and matters as set forth and described in the Deed of Trust. The purchaser is responsible for, and the property is sold subject to, any environmental matter or condition, whether latent or observable, if any, that may exist at or affect or relate to the property and to any governmental requirements affecting the same. NOTE: The information contained herein was obtained from sources deemed to be reliable, but is offered for informational purposes only. Neither the auctioneer, the beneficiary of the Deed of Trust, the Substitute Trustees nor their agents or attorneys make any representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy of information. PROSPECTIVE PURCHASERS ARE URGED TO PERFORM THEIR OWN DUE DILIGENCE WITH RESPECT TO THE PROPERTY PRIOR TO THE FORECLOSURE AUCTION. For additional information, please contact the Substitute Trustees. Stephanie H. Hurley, Robert S. Glushakow, Scott R. Robinson, Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-6/21/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Carrie M. Ward, et al. 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. DEBORAH F. SINNOTT GERARD F. SINNOTT 10531 Shady Drive
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Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-18-000038
NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 15th day of June, 2018, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 10531 Shady Drive, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 16th day of July, 2018, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 9th day of July, 2018. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $190,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-6/21/3t _________________________________ VILLAS OF OCEAN PINES BORDERLINKS TIMESHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. c/o Pines Property Management, Inc. 11029 Cathell Road Berlin, MD 21811 Plaintiff v. FRANK K. LOCKE PATRICIA W. LOCKE etal. Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-18-000120
NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 15th day of June 2018 , that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by James E. Clubb, Jr., Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 16th day of July 2018 , provided a copy of this order be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 9th day of July 2018 . The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share intervals: Timeshare
Price
Wk 22, #AI-12 Wk 32, #Aj-10 Wk 35, #Au-21 Wk 37, #Bb-28 Wk 11, #Bf-32 Wk 27, #Aj-10 Wk 29, #Bn-40 Wk 42, #Bn-40 Wk 26, #Bn-40
$1,050.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $500.00 $50.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $50.00 $1,000.00
Wk 23, #Bq-43 Wk 21, #By-51 Wk 33, #Bg-33 Wk 31, #Aj-10 Wk 29, #Bx-50 Wk 30, #Bx-50 Wk 31, #By-51 Wk 27, #Bc-29 Wk 22, #Bx-50 Wk2, #Bx-50 Wk21, #Ad-4 Wk 21, #Bc-29
$1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,200.00 $1,200.00 $3,200.00 $1,000.00 $1,200.00 $50.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 Susan Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-6/21/3t _________________________________ BORDERLINKS I TIME INTERVAL OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. c/o Pines Property Management, Inc. 11029 Cathell Road Berlin, MD 21811 Plaintiff v. JOYCE M. LIVINGSTON et al. Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. C-23-CV-18-000118
NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 19th day of June, that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by James E. Clubb, Jr., Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 23rd day of July, provided a copy of this order be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 16th day of July. The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share intervals: Timeshare Wk 25, #Ba-27 Wk 34, #Ae-5 Wk 24, #Ak-11 Wk 31, #Bk-37 Wk 37, #Ar-18 Wk 38, #Bk-37 Wk 33, #Aa-1 Wk 14, #Ab-2 Wk 29, #Bu47 Wk 1, #Ar-18 Wk 39, #As-19 Wk 22, #Aa-1 Wk 6, #Ak-11 Wk 22, #As-19 Wk 15, #Ab-2 Wk 16, #As-19 Wk 28, #Aq-17 Wk 10, #Aa-1 Wk 26, #Bv-48 Wk 25, #Be-31 Wk 22, #Bu47
Price
$1,200.00 $1,200.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $550.00 $500.00 $1,000.00 $50.00 $2,000.00 $50.00 $50.00 $500.00 $50.00 $500.00 $50.00 $50.00 $1,000.00 $50.00 $1,400.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 Susan Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland True Copy
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PAGE 62 Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-6/21/3t _________________________________
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WORCESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA
THURSDAY, JULY 12, 2018 Pursuant to the provisions of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Board of Zoning Appeals for Worcester County, in the Board Room (Room 1102) on the first floor of the Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland. 6:30 p.m. Case No. 18-32, on the application of Timothy Grace, on the lands of Bali Hi Park, Inc., requesting an after-the-fact variance to the Ordinance prescribed rear yard setback from 5 feet to 3.6 feet (an encroachment of 1.4 feet) associated with an existing park model in the A-2 Agricultural District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1202(c)(19) and ZS 1-318(e), located at 12342 St. Martins Neck Road, approximately 1,257 feet east of Salt Grass Point Road, Tax Map 10, Parcel 32, Lot 107, of the Bali Hi Cooperative Campground, in the Fifth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:35 p.m. Case No. 18-34, on the lands of James & Jocelyn Sigafoose, requesting a variance to the Ordinance prescribed front yard setback from 25 feet to 8.6 feet (an encroachment of 16.4 feet) and a variance to the Ordinance prescribed right side yard setback from 8 feet to 7.1 feet (an encroachment of 0.9 feet) both of which are associated with a proposed attached garage in the R-4 General Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-208(b)(5), ZS 1-305 and ZS 1314(a), located at 47 Mystic Harbour Blvd, approximately 207 feet south of Blue Heron Circle, Tax Map 27, Parcel 639, Section 3B, Block J, Lot 254 of the Mystic Harbour Subdivision, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS OCD-6/28/2t _________________________________
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 17452 NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Orphans’ Court of Chester County, Pennsylvania appointed Jacqueline M. Meier, 338 Scola Road, Brookhaven, PA 19015 as the Personal Representative of the Estate of Sophia Elizabeth Thomas-Belian AKA: Sophia E. Thomas who died on December 18, 2016 domiciled in Pennsylvania, America. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Regan J.R.
Smith whose address is 3509 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester County. All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred. Jacqueline M. Meier Foreign Personal Representative Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of Newspaper: Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: June 21,2018 OCD-6/21/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Carrie M. Ward, et al. 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. JEAN M. RUGGLES 154 Captains Quarters Road Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-17-000356
NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 21st day of June, 2018, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 154 Captains Quarters Road, Ocean City, MD 21842, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 23rd day of July, 2018, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 16th day of July, 2018. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $320,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki
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Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-3/28/3t _________________________________ VILLAS OF OCEAN PINES BORDERLINKS TIMESHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. c/o Pines Property Management, Inc. 11029 Cathell Road Berlin, MD 21811 Plaintiff v. RUBIN ALONZO et al. Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. 23-CV-18-000119
NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 22nd day of June, that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by James E. Clubb, Jr., Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 23rd day of July, provided a copy of this order be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 16th day of July. The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share intervals: Timeshare
Price
Wk 2, #Ad-4 Wk 23, #An-14 Wk 35, #Bc-29 Wk 31, #Ag-7 Wk 31, #Bq-43 Wk 35, #Ad-4 Wk 11, #Ad-4 Wk 39, #Ag-7 Wk 26, #Br-44 Wk 32, #Bf-32 Wk 33, #Bx-50 Wk 42, #Bc-29 Wk 30, #Bq-43 Wk 32, #AI-12 Wk 33, #Aj-10 Wk 46, #An-14 Wk 25, #Br-44 Wk 23, #By-51 Wk 34, #Bg-33 Wk 37, #By-51
$50.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,200.00 $1,200.00 $1,000.00 $50.00 $50.00 $1,000.00 $1,200.00 $1,200.00 $50.00 $1,200.00 $1,200.00 $1,000.00 $50.00 $1,000.00 $1,200.00 $1,000.00 $100.00 Susan Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-6/28/3t _________________________________ BORDERLINKS l TIME INTERVAL OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. c/o Pines Property Management, Inc. 11029 Cathell Road Berlin, MD 21811 Plaintiff v. DONNA BLACKWELL et al. Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY
STATE OF MARYLAND CASE N0. C-23-CV-18-000117
NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 22nd day of June, that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by James E. Clubb, Jr., Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 23rd day of July, provided a copy of this order be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 16th day of July. The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share intervals: Timeshare
Price
Wk 23, #Ak-11 Wk 42, #Ar-18 Wk 18, #Bz-52 Wk 21, #Aa-1 Wk 35, #Bu-47 Wk 22, #Ba-27 Wk 21, #Be-31 Wk 17, #BJ-36 Wk 14, #Aq-17 Wk 35, #Ab-2 Wk 20, #Bz-52 Wk 32, #Aa-1 Wk 35, #Ak-11 Wk 22, #Be-31 Wk 24, #Be-31 Wk 39, #Bz-52 Wk 33, #Ab-2 Wk 35, #Bi-35 Wk 21, #Bk-37 Wk 9, #Be-31 Wk 20, #Bo-41 Wk 21, #Bi-35 Wk 24, #Aa-1
$1,000.00 $50.00 $50.00 $500.00 $2,200.00 $500.00 $500.00 $50.00 $50.00 $500.00 $100.00 $1,100.00 $500.00 $500.00 $1,000.00 $530.00 $1,000.00 $500.00 $500.00 $50.00 $50.00 $500.00 $1,000.00 Susan Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-6/28/3t _________________________________ BUONASSISSI, HENNING & LASH, P.C. 1861 WIEHLE AVENUE, SUITE 300 RESTON, VIRGINIA 20190 (703) 796-1341 RICHARD A. LASH Substitute Trustee, et al, Plaintiffs, v. DUANE FARLEY, Defendant. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-18-000068
NOTICE Notice is hereby issued this 21st day of June, 2018, that the sale of the property in this case, 11700 Coastal Highway T-1109, Ocean City, MD 21842 reported by Robert E. Kelly, Substitute Trustee, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary be shown on or before the 23rd day of July, 2018, provided a copy of this Notice be inserted in The Ocean
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JULY 6, 2018 City Digest, a newspaper published in Worcester County, Maryland, once in each of three (3) successive weeks on or before the 16th day of July, 2018. The report states the amount of sale to be $284,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-6/28/3t _________________________________
PUBLIC NOTICE The motor vehicles described below have been abandoned. The owners and lien holders are hereby informed of their right to reclaim the vehicles upon payment of all charges and costs resulting from the towing, preservation, and storage of the vehicles. The failure of the owners or lien holders to reclaim the vehicles within three weeks of notification shall be deemed a waiver by the owners or lien holders of all rights, title and interest and thereby consent to the sale of the vehicles at public auction beginning June 21, 2018 or to have it otherwise disposed of in a manner provided by law. Line No Year 081-18 2009 090-18 2004
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS BOARD OF PORT WARDENS Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 106, “Waterways,” Article II – “Shoreline Development” of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Port Wardens Ordinance of Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD Thursday July 12, 2018 At 2:00 PM A request has been submitted to cut back exist 5’x50’ dock 13’. Constr 15’ pier, instl a boatlift & dble jetski lift all w/assoc piles. Max chwd dist 20’ MHWL at 712 141st St Parcel #9430A in the Town of Ocean City, MD Applicant: McGinty Marine Constr Owner: Brian & Susan Roche PW18-025 A request has been submitted to inslt (2) PWC lifts & (1) btlft w/all assoc poles. Max chwd ext 45’ at 175 Pine Tree Rd Parcel #8020A in the Town of Ocean City, MD Applicant: Hidden Oak Farm LLC Owner: John Ginder PW18-044 A request has been submitted to instl (2) PWC lifts along exist 21’ wide canal, to be offset from lifts across canal; instl (1) PWC lift along exist pier; instl 10x20 float dock max 21’ chwd of exist blkhd/MHW/MLW at 113 Bering Rd Parcel # 0097A in the Town of Ocean City, MD Applicant: J. Stacey Hart & Associates Inc Owner: Jeffrey & Linda McAlister PW18-055 A request has been submitted to rmve (2) exist piles & instl (1) btlft w/assoc piles max 35’ chwd of exist blkhd face/MHW/MLW at 405 Bering Rd Parcel #9998 in the Town of Ocean City, MD Applicant: J Stacey Hart & Associates Inc Owner: William & Janet Schneider PW18-056 A request has been submitted to instl (1) btlft w/ssoc piles max 20’ chwd of exist blkhd face/MHW/MLW at 128 Newport Bay Dr Unit D Par-
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All vehicles will be sold at auction on-line at www.govdeals.com. For details call 410-723-6643. AUTH: Ross Buzzuro Chief of Police OCD-6/21/3t ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ cel #3575A in the Town of Ocean City, MD APPLICANT: J Stacey Hart & Associates Inc Owner: Nikolay & Svetlana Kozma PW18-057 A request has been submitted to instl (1) btlft w/all assoc poles. Max chwd ext 19’ at 2815 Tern Dr Unit/Slip 212 Parcel #4755 in the Town of Ocean City, MD Applicant: Hidden Oak Farm LLC Owner: Buddy Pennewell PW18-058 A request has been submitted to instl (1) btlft w/all assoc poles. Max chwd ext 30’ at 417 Bering Rd Parcel # 9993 in the Town of Ocean City, MD Applicant: Hidden Oak Farm LLC Owner: Christopher Farren PW18-059 A request has been submitted to instl (2) PWC lifts w/all assoc poles. Max chwd ext 12’ at 406 Bering Rd Parcel #9985 in the Town of Ocean City, MD Applicant: Hidden Oak Farm LLC Owner: Fred Brkic PW18-060 A request has been submitted to rmve & dispose of exist “T” pier, instl 40’ rplcment vinyl blkhd w/eng batter piles 18”chwd of exist blkhd, instl new 5’x25’ perp pier, (2) assoc piles, a 8’x10’ float PWC pltfrm & a davit. All constr max dist chwd 26’6” at 181 Pine Tree Rd Parcel #8020A in the Town of Ocean City, MD Applicant: Ocean Services of DE c/o Erin Rogers Owner: Christopher & Nancy Burke PW18-061 A request has been submitted to instl (2) 4’10”x12’8” PWC float docks w/(4) moor piles. Maxi chwd dist 10’8” at 105 Winter Harbor Dr Parcel #628A in the Town of Ocean City, MD Applicant: Sasa Hunski Owner: Donna Humski PW18-062 A request has been submitted to instl a btlft w/assoc piles. Max chwd dist 21’ of MHWL at 415 14th St Unit 52 Parcel #3486 in the Town of
Ocean City, MD Applicant: McGinty Marine Constr Owner: Tony Aguilar PW18-063 A request has been submitted to build 5’x6’ pier ext on exist 5’x24’ pier. Instl (2) btlifts w/assoc piles, max chwd dist 30’ of MHWL at 1519 Shad Row Parcel #3378 in the Town of Ocean City, MD Applicant: McGinty Marine Constr Owner: Miles Family Revocable Trust PW18-064 A request has been submitted to rmve exist PWC lifts & deter piles. Instl btlft w/poles & (1) PWC lift w/pole. NTE confines of exist slip, 40’ chwd of blkhd at 3603 N Canal St Slip 202 Parcel #4326 in the Town of Ocean City, MD Applicant: Ocean City Boatlifts & Marine Constr Inc c/o Permit Ink Owner: Christopher & Robin Lawrence PW18-065 OCD-6/28/2t _________________________________ FAMILY COURT FOR THE STATE OF DELAWARE
NOTICE OF FAMILY COURT ACTION TO: Salvador Espinoza, Respondent(s) Petitioner, Yarle Guastaferro has filed a Custody petition against you in the Family Court of the State of Delaware for Sussex County on 5/8/18. If you do not file an answer with the Family Court within 20 days after publication of this notice, exclusive of the date of publication, as required by statute, this action will be heard in Family Court without further notice. Petition No. 18/13407 OCD-7/5/1t _________________________________
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL for STREET LINE PAINTING The Ocean Pines Association (OPA) invites qualified bidders to
submit proposals for street line painting for the enclosed designated streets in Ocean Pines, MD. All bidders must include adequate information to demonstrate that they have the necessary experience and professional qualifications to complete the work. Ocean Pines Association, Inc., reserves the right to reject any or all bids, in whole or in part, to award any item, group of items, or total bid, and to waive any informality or technical defects, if is determined to be in the best interests of the Association. The award of the contract will be at the sole discretion of OPA. The award, if any, of a contract for the work will be subject to the approval of the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors. There is no guarantee that a contract will be awarded for this project. Bids are due by Monday, July 16, 2018, by 3:00 PM. Bids should be delivered to: Ocean Pines Association, Inc. Public Works Department 1 Firehouse Lane Ocean Pines, MD 21811 Attention: Kevin Layfield, Facilities Manager Pdf copy: klayfield@oceanpines.org OCD-7/5/1t _________________________________
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Transfer of a Class: “B” BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day By: Jason Gulshen, 445 Dueling Way, Berlin, Maryland 21811; Robert Ciprietti, 56167 Cypress Lake Circle, Bethany Beach, Delaware 19930 For: Farindola OC, LLC For the premises known as and located at T/A: Touch of Italy 6600 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Formerly: Touch of Italy Ocean City, LLC There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room,
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NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17473 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF SEBASTIAN MICHAEL TROMBINO Notice is given that Carmelo James Trombino, 310 W. 52nd Street, Apt. 18H, New York, NY 10019, was on June 27, 2018 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Sebastian Michael Trombino who died on June 5, 2018, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 27th day of Decem-
ber, 2018. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Carmelo James Trombino Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: July 05, 2018 OCD-7/5/3t _________________________________
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ORDINANCE 2018-08
TOWN OF OCEAN CITY
ORDINANCE 2018-09
RE: Conditional Use in Bayside Marine Zoning District
RE: Zoning District Map
Notice is hereby given by the Mayor and City Council of Ocean City, that an ordinance was introduced for first reading at their meeting of July 2, 2018. Second reading is scheduled for July 16. A complete text of the ordinance is available for review in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall 3rd Street and Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842, or online at oceancitymd.gov in the July 2 agenda packet. This ordinance amends Chapter 110, entitled Zoning, to add amusement arcades as a conditional use in the BM-1, Bayside Marine, Zoning District as long as it does not interfere with or adversely affect current and anticipated marina operations and will cause no loss of water-related activities.
Notice is hereby given by the Mayor and City Council of Ocean City, that an ordinance was introduced for first reading at their meeting of July 2, 2018. Second reading is scheduled for July 16. A complete text of the ordinance is available for review in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall 3rd Street and Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842, or online at oceancitymd.gov in the July 2 agenda packet. This ordinance rezones the R-2, Medium Residential, portion of Tract A at 3401 Coastal Highway, to LC-1, Local Commercial, the same as the portion of Tract A along Coastal Highway. OCD-7/5/1t _________________________________
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ments. There are two types of policies depending on who is named as the insured. One is called the owner’s policy, and the second is called the lender’s policy. If purchasing a property by way of a mortgage, the lender will require the lender’s policy for the benefit of the mortgage company’s protection. — Lauren Bunting is an Associate Broker with Bunting Realty, Inc.
Commentary
Shooting affected people we know
It’s different when you know people who were involved in, or were somehow connected to, a mass shooting. When evil such as this affects unfamiliar people in an unfamiliar location, you shake your head at the insanity, try to assess the sense of loss that others must be feeling and, perhaps, wonder why these things seem to be happening with greater frequency. And then you move on. That has not been the case with the Capital Gazette murders in Annapolis last Thursday. We know some of these people and therefore the sensation of placing yourself in their situations and attempting to feel the fear, the post-event despair and the rattled return to business minus five of your colleagues goes on long after the event has become yesterday’s news for most everyone else. Capital Editor Rick Hutzell, for instance, was in Ocean City when the shooting took place. I wish he had stopped in, because it’s been 30 years or so since we drank way too much pepper vodka at Bahia Marina at the end of an unremarkable day of fishing. He wrote for the Dispatch then, and was a friend of mine. I go over and over in my mind how he’s managing to oversee a news operation that’s been shot in half. I try to imagine it, come up short, and try again. Reporter Rachael Pacella, according to the Baltimore Sun, squeezed herself between a pair of filing cabinets and behind a stack of papers as Jarrod W. Ramos, 38, of Laurel, Maryland shotgunned his way into the newsroom and killed her editors and co-workers. I know how loud a shotgun is when fired outdoors; I can only guess that you literally feel the volume when it’s discharged in a room. Rachael, one of my all-time favorite interns here at the paper, was still a Stephen Decatur High School student from Ocean Pines when she joined us as part of a school work/study program. My initial feeling was that she would show up occasionally and drift through a couple of meaningless stories before deciding that working was less fun than socializing with her classmates. But she was serious, and she was talented and she routinely badgered editors about how she could improve. She made me attend a lunch for program sponsors at school. I had no desire to do the “take a student to lunch day,” but she insisted that I go and report to the group how she was doing. We tried to hire her out of college, but she wanted to move a little further up the newspaper food chain. And now, I’m trying to envision her running for her life. The exit she ran to had been blocked, hence her effort to disappear into the narrow space between the cabinets. The moment I heard about the Gazette shooting, I suspected the motive was not what many others thought it would be. This was no manifestation of our national obsessions with conspiracies and political hatred, this had to be a person getting revenge for something the paper had written. It was just a matter of time before the angry phone calls, threatening emails and menacing letters that most newspapers receive from time to time became something more extreme. This was a case, like so many others, of someone who had done something wrong and then blamed the paper for reporting it rather than accept that he was the source of his own troubles. Motive in this instance is immaterial. It doesn’t fix anything, and it doesn’t add any clarity to this horrifying business. I wasn’t there, obviously, and have no idea of what it’s like to deal with that kind rampage, chaos and loss. It does make a difference, knowing Rick and Rachael. Now I can’t help thinking about what they must be thinking. — Stewart Dobson
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Ganging up on us
Here’s an amazing true fact, as opposed to an untrue fact, which, of course, wouldn’t be a fact at all: according to federal crime statistics, you are more likely to be murdered by your spouse than you are by a street gang. Yet, no one is calling for a roundup of potentially murderous spouses, even though there are 120 million spouses (or spice, if you like) roaming the streets of our great nation unchecked. This compares to the estiBy mated 850,000 gang memStewart bers in the country today. This brings me to a particDobson ular concern: if I hear that MS-13 is stacking up at the border one more time, I’ll … I’ll … I don’t know what I’d do, except wonder why it continues to get top billing over more worthy criminal organizations that have been around much longer. Yeah, yeah, I know. This is not a laughing matter, but I do worry that our more favored criminal elements are being denied equal time, now that “The Sons of Anarchy” and “The Sopranos” are off the air, not to mention the end of The Godfather trilogy 28 long years ago. Admittedly, I’m just catching up on the gang conversation, having originally thought MS-13 was either a Microsoft update or something to be found in the hardware store near WD-40. I had to look up MS-13 to see what and where it is, and discovered, via an illuminating report from the federal government’s National Gang Center, that it originated in the
slums of Los Angles neighborhoods in the 1980s and was exported, rather than imported, to Central America through the deportation process. Made in the USA, as it were. I’m not suggesting that these aren’t bad people, but I do believe they will seem less bad once they get their own TV show or movie, both of which have done wonders for the reputations of the Mafia, the Irish Mob, the Jewish Mob and the Chicago Outfit. Not to be forgotten are the Puerto Rican gangs, who sang and danced their way into our hearts in West Side Story — “I like to be in Amer-di-ca, okay by me in Amer-di-ca …” That’s the thing, TV shows and movies help American families understand that extortion, murder, prostitution, loan sharking, robbery and other enterprises are pretty cool when Michael Corleone and Tony Soprano are calling the shots. Or, in 1949’s “White Heat,” the best gangster movie ever made, in which gang leader and enthusiastic killer Jimmy Cagney is turned into a lead-filled bean bag by rifle-toting coppers before he blows himself up by shooting the gas storage tank on which he is happily standing. Now that’s what I call entertainment. While we all need to take the gang situation seriously, I also suggest that we keep an eye open at home, where crime lords generally are absent. In fact, it was just the other day that I awoke with a pillow over my face, accompanied by a note that said, “This is your last warning: STOP SNORING!!!” Point taken, but I think that horse’s head next to me was a little excessive.
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Letters High paying jobs being lost in wind farm debate
Editor, The controversy over the offshore windmills is still swirling around. The Ocean City government is actively opposing the construction of the windmills. Unfortunately, the mayor and City Council refuse to recognize the scientific evidence that shows the folly of their argument. For example, in a recent Parade magazine that is distributed by 379 newspapers that have a readership of 79 million, Marilyn Vos Savant, an intellectual who has a question-and-answer column in Parade, was asked this question: “If you stood on a beach facing the horizon, how far could you see?” Her answer was that you would not be able to see more than 3 miles. I fail to see why the mayor and City Council persist in opposing the windmills. They have lost the battle. For example, major fabrication of the windmills and the related high-paying jobs will take place in Baltimore County, Maryland. With informed political insight, these jobs could have going to their constituents.
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The mayor and City Council should now be negotiating for set aside jobs they can obtain for their constituents. Unfortunately, the mayor and City Council continue to display the petty political judgment of a small town council. Joseph H. Potter Ocean City
Local assesses state of liberty in resort
Editor, As we celebrate Independence Day during our discordant times, we must remember the Fourth of July is not about loyalty or allegiance. It is all about Liberty. While patriotism can be the refuge of scoundrels, the value and worth of each and every citizen is vested in their Liberty, a birthright, declared in our Declaration of Independence and our Bill of Rights. In a world governed by human laws, our liberties place a value on our lives that eclipses local law. A week ago Worcester County held primary elections. In the County of approximately 40,000, there are 30,687 registered voters. Purportedly
26.9 percent of registered voter’s turned out. The last few days, the winners have been thanking their supporters. Yet it is notable that no winner of a countywide race received 10 percent of the registered vote. Three primary winners will default into office owing to lack of an opponent, and a number of commissioners and councilmen will run unopposed in November’s election. The apathy evident in low turnout and lack of active participation is affecting the legitimacy of our elections. Low turnout reduces accountability, diminishes the credibility of government actions, and invites the permanent bureaucracy to make rules that do not reflect the desires of the people. In Ocean City, where only 3 percent of the tax dollars come from voters, true representative government has been vacated. Moreover, this de minimis voter pool is pandered to with homestead discounts on property taxes. Has this lack of taxpayer oversight had a discernable effect? On first blush, no, but is that correct? How is government with such
Page 66 low direct accountability to the taxpayers working? What are the red flags for this diminished accountability owing to a lack of taxpayer involvement? This year the Ocean City Council groping for more revenues sued the county to get paid for duplicative services, like police and fire, to pay for an increasingly expensive city government rather than cut expenses. In 35 years, the Ocean City government has grown 20 times the size it was! This year the Ocean City Council borrowed $28M by issuing a new bond. The Town represented that they had $20 million of state funding lined up to complete the projects before issuing the bond. This turned out to be false. Shouldn’t our local politicians have real commitments on funding from financial partners as well as firm bids for construction before placing us in further debt? At the very least this violates the public trust. Is anyone watching? Does anyone care? Total Ocean City debt has gone from $50 million after the last recession to well over $100 million. What will it be in another 5 years?
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Over the last decade or so, our local politicians have been involved in four federal lawsuits over their failed efforts to regulate the Boardwalk performers and have lost all four. [Einstein is credited with saying “To repeat the same behavior and expect a different result is a sign of insanity”]. In recent years, the city has spent at least $476,614 on lawyers and at least two settlements of $15,000 for Mark Chase and $137,000 for Mr. Hassay. The town is facing another bill for the latest loss. Worse yet, almost half the legal expenses for these failed efforts were actually revenue to the city solicitor’s law firm, a clear conflict of interest. Is anyone watching? Does anyone care? A study issued by the Washington Post on property values by zip code stated property values in Ocean City are below the 2004 level while in surrounding areas they have surpassed the old highs. Is this good governance? Maybe the poor buskers, who have been entertaining our Boardwalk guests successfully for half a century, are reminding us of what we can lose on this our Independence Day. Thank God that we are still a country of rights and liberties. The question is how long can it last without diligent oversight by the citizens, the taxpayers? Can our liberties survive in a country where apathy and disinterest prevail? I think not. Tony Christ Ocean City
Chicken house approval repeats bad history
Editor, I never thought it was a good idea to repeat bad history. So why are our county commissioners giving their stamp of approval for another chicken production facility on Peerless Road in Showell? Wasn’t it not so long ago that a chicken facility in that location was closed after years of discharging polluted wastewater of chicken manure and dead carcasses that were running off into the wetlands that are located there and that spillage made its way to our St. Martins river by way of Shingle Landing Prong? As of today, our river’s pollutant grade is still poor. In other words our river hasn’t recovered from that pollution. Now, after having said this, we are not against chicken facilities. However, we do believe this is the wrong place to build three chicken houses that will grow over half a million chickens a year and produce nearly 1,000 tons of manure a year. Been there, done that and the result was catastrophic to our river and bay. Let’s learn from our past and not repeat it. Our bays and rivers need protection so everyone can enjoy them. Bonnie Kamm Bishopville
Doesn’t see racist themes in National Anthem
Editor, I want to take this opportunity to thank Jerry Milko for his absolutely fantastic historical accounting of the history behind our National Anthem and Francis Scott Key which appeared in the last week of June’s addition. This in-depth United States history is lacking in our schools today. I read it with emotion thinking how fantastic Key must have felt the next morning when the flag was still there. He had to think about the hell those American patriots went through after absorbing 27 straight hours of bombardment! I am also happy that you quoted the lines in the second verse that are being debated today as having racial overtones. It is a strain on all that is logical that the lyrics: “no refuge could save the hireling and slave from the terror of flight or the gloom of the grave” can be remotely racist. You pointed out that some see this verse as the celebration of the death of slaves who fought for the British. What a stretch and twist. People who look for negativity in life will always find it. This article will join my U. S. history book collection. Dennis W. Evans Berlin
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History books leave out minority oppression
Editor, Marvin Gaye published an album and sang a tune to these words “What’s Going On” in 1971, quite a few years ago, to relate to the civic problems that persons of color were having during that time. The “Emancipation Proclamation” was signed by President Lincoln on Jan. 1, 1863. Did it free anyone? “No,” but “it was an important turning point in the Civil war, transforming the fight to preserve the nation into a battle for human freedom.” Persons, primarily persons of color, have struggled in this country since the first slave arrived in the Americas and prior to this, they attempted to enslave the Native Americans. In perusing some of the historical books published in regards to “our” Worcester County Bicentennial 17961996, I could not believe the writings when they spoke of minorities and the vacation spots in the county — Public Landing and Ocean City. Just a statement saying that “blacks did not frequent the beach.” No one wanted to acknowledge in 1996 that even in 1956, minorities needed to be out of Ocean City before dark. Minorities could only walk on the Boardwalk after Labor Day. That day was called Excursion Day: one day for Delaware, one day for Maryland and one day for Virginia. See LETTER Page 69
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The Route 113 “merge” near Langmaid Road has been relocated farther south as construction of Phase 3 of the dualization project has been completed. The area, once home to drivers trying to get ahead of each other before the road narrows to one northbound and one southbound lane, is now clear for two lanes of traffic in either direction.
Route 113 third phase now open to four lanes of traffic Continued from Page 1 making the entire stretch of road into a four-lane highway. Route 113 is a state road, and is therefore maintained by the state agency. The county, however, submits an annual report of its most pressing transportation needs, and moving Route 113 from two lanes to four has been its priority for decades. When Hogan assumed office, he announced he was going to fund each county’s top priority, and work began on the dormant dualization project anew. Phase 3 was expected to be finished this spring, but wet weather here slowed the construction. However, the recent dry spell has been a boon for the crews now working on Phase 4, just to the south of Phase 3. “It’s hot and dry and we’re making
a lot of progress,” Rager said. “We are loving this out here.” Along with shifting the focus of the construction, the 45-mph speed limit imposed in the construction area, along with the double fines that came along with a traffic citation, has also moved south to Phase 4, Rager said. The merge, where motorists often jockeyed for position before moving into the single-lane area, has also moved farther south, and the blinking traffic signal at Langmaid Road was removed. Phase 4 is expected to be complete by this time next year. Phase 5 of the project includes installing a public walkway overpass on Route 113 at the junction with Route 12, is not expected to affect traffic as much as the previous phases and has not been given a start date.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
the county. Do you realize you only hear from them at election. Why has not our School Board Representative made us aware that our Middle School children are being socially promoted. Their age has more to do with the promotion than their education. As I know parents are well aware, their children in the eleventh grade must be tested for their world readiness. School year 2016-2017 Wicomico County, gave each of their eleventh grade students the SAT test free to determine their students’ readiness. Worcester County determined they would have a test made. Results? I was advised by the vice superintendent of Worcester County that this school year 2017-2018 the SAT exam would be given at Pocomoke High and Snow Hill High. Hopefully, we will get comparative results for 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 school years. Berlin will receive the SAT exam in school year 2018-2019. Too, I truly do not know what will happen in our schools when the unprepared social promoted students will hold the ninth, tenth, eleventh and twelfth grade in school year 2020-2021. This will occur because students must remain in school until their eighteenth year, not their sixteenth year as it was prior to school year 2017-2018. Will alternative schools
Continued from Page 67 In 1983, as president of the Worcester County Chapter Of the NAACP (NAACP), along with assistance from Howard University, a study, was completed to nullify or determine whether racial discrimination existed in Worcester County. This was a rural area and could be likened to many rural areas in the USA. More important was that all taxpayers should expect their tax dollars to be fairly administered. This study’s results were used across the United States to justify discrimination in many other rural areas. In Worcester County, it resulted in or justified the necessity of a minority district (District #2). I recently “Googled” the study, “Worcester County, MD a Dream Deferred,” published in 1983. I was totally flabbergasted to find the study no longer existed (“Black History — lost, stolen or forgotten”). It was there last year — 2017 — for I showed the “Googled” results to my grandson. The significance of the study was that the State of Maryland published a study verifying much of the same and the County Administrator, the late John Yankus, said “if it ain’t broke don’t fix it.” I responded to that in an editorial for it was only broke if you were a minority taxpayer. Thus, far we have and had poor representation from our minority district and from
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flourish? Will expulsion be our new graduating classes? What do you think? Many students “act out” when they are not prepared for a subject area. I have spoken with my county representatives, to ministers, to the Worcester County superintendent, the assistant county superintendent and to a couple of county principals. As we take a look at our district, our past minority district representative allowed gerrymandering to occur. You say how? The minority district ran the corridor of Route #113 from Bishopville, to US Route 13 in Pocomoke. The minority district when the last census was completed in 2010, we lost minorities in the Bishopville area and were given portions of West Ocean City. This, I am sure, was purposely done; dilute the district. When the minority district was carved in court proceedings, following the receipt of the 1983 study, The Worcester County Commissioners spent in excess of $1.2 million to stop the minority district from occurring. Your representatives for county commissioner in November 2018 will determine the new district lines. We must keep vigilant and all of our elected officials must be held accountable. Lorraine Purnell-Ayres Snow Hill
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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) Following nationwide protests the day before, Sunday’s “End Immigrant Detention” rally outside the Worcester County Detention Center brought out several dozen people concerned over the perceived humanitarian crisis and a handful of counter-protestors who are hawkish on border protection. The “End Immigrant Detention” rally outside the Worcester County Detention Center, the gathering and drew a crowd to John Walter Smith Memorial Park in Snow Hill for a 2 p.m. march opposing the crackdown by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Braving the hot humid weather were Fenwick Islanders Bill and Barbara McGrory, who felt encouraged by similar rallies held on Saturday across the country. “It’s easy to complain from the armchair,” Bill said. For her part, Barbara McGrory questions the need to detain individuals seeking political asylum. “People who are fleeing for their lives [and] people in danger are not committing a crime,” she said. “They didn’t do anything wrong; they’re just seeking a better place.” Also attending was Jeanne Cushing of Newark, who makes regular monthly visits to support immigration detainees held in Worcester County as part of the DC Detention Visitation Network. “Many have been in the states for years [and] have families and jobs,” she said. “These people should not be in jail. They’re not criminals.” The DC Detention Visitation Network, whose volunteers make regular stops at three immigration detention centers in Maryland and Virginia, said 1,000 or more individuals are being held between the two states facilities on any given day. “Most speak English and I never felt threatened by anyone,” she said. In many instances, Cushing said, de-
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Citizens concerned about perceived mistreatment of people fleeing from violence took part in an “End Immigrant Detention” rally sponsored by the Lower Shore Progressive Caucus outside the Worcester County Detention Center in Snow Hill, on Sunday.
tainees have been held over a year, and without pending criminal charges, are not entitled to public defender representation. “They’re in jail because of the social crime of crossing the border,” she said. Among a handful of counter-protestors was Ian McDonald who took exception with the left-leaning agenda. “They’re not even liberal anymore — they’re closet communists,” he said. “They want open borders [and] they want Communism.” McDonald and his cohorts voiced their displeasure with the immigration rally, envisioning sealing off porous borders as a stronger solution to the humanitarian aspect of illegal border crossings. “There’s kids dying in the desert every day because there is no wall to stop people from coming over and their solution is ‘we’ll just let everybody come,’” he said. Countering that perspective was Barbara McGrory. “We don’t want open borders,” she said. “We want a better way to do this.” Cushing said most detainees are shipped to the mid-Atlantic from other regions, which typically limits contact
with family and loved ones. “They’re not local people and their families can’t visit them because they don’t have the money,” she said. Cushing has seen documentation about family members being murdered by drug gangs in Central and South America, and has little doubt many are living in real fear of violence. “The gangs are after them and want their daughters and sons,” she said. “They’re holding older people hostage in order to get their kids.” Perhaps highlighting common ground, McDonald yearns for immigrants to enter the U.S. through legal means. “If they’re legally going to the embassy and applying for asylum that’s a whole different story,” he said. Despite some back-and-forth exchanges between the two groups, with Worcester County Sheriff deputies keeping a watchful eye, the two sides parted ways amicably. The one exception was Pastor John Wright, of the Unitarian Universalist congregation in Salisbury, who was issued a civil citation for stepping in a road dividing the two sides.
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OBITUARIES ELISE CURRY BROWNELL Fenwick Elise Curry Brownell, age 98, formerly of Kensington, Maryland, died Monday, June 25, 2018 at Atlantic Shores Rehabilitation and Health Center in Millsboro. She had been a resident of Brandywine Senior Living in Fenwick since 2013. She was born Nov. Elise Brownell 28, 1919, in Staunton, Virginia and was the daughter of the late R. Granville and Elise (Haile) Curry. She grew up in Bethesda, Maryland and graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Duke University. She earned a masters degree at George Washington University. She was a member of the Chevy Chase Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Colonial Dames of the 17th Century, the Daughters of the Republic of Texas and the Chevy Chase Club. She is survived by her children, Tempe B. Steen and husband, Ron, of Bethany Beach, Robert L. Brownell and wife, Bonnie, of Columbia, Maryland, and Elizabeth B. Dare and husband, Dennis, of Ocean City; three grandchildren, Paige E. Steen, Tempe B. Beall (Matthew) and Caroline B. Gut (Dariusz); and four great-grandchildren, Bethany Beall, Walker Beall, Caroline Beall and J.B. Gut. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert W. Brownell; a daughter, Dorothy M. Brownell; and a sister, Tempe C. Grant. A memorial service was held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, June 29, 2018 at St. Marthaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Episcopal Church in Bethany Beach. Burial will be held at a later date at Parklawn Memorial Park in Rockville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Parkinson Disease Association, 135 Parkinson Ave., Staten Island, New York 10305, www.apdaparkinson.org, or the Augusta County Historical Society, 20 S. New St., Staunton, Virginia 24401, www.augustacountyhs.org.
ERCOLE O. IACCHETTA Bishopville Ercole O. Iacchetta, age 88, of Bishopville died Friday, June 29, 2018 at home. He was born in Abruzzi, Italy and was the son of the late Ottavio and Settimia (Tiburzi) Iacchetta. Ercole was a stone mason for many years. He enjoyed Ercole Iacchetta spending time with his family, tending his garden, cooking and playing slots at Ocean Downs. He is survived by his children, Josephine Maio and husband, Carmelo, of Italy, Tina Iacchetta Gugliotta of Selbyville and Dino Iacchetta and wife, Lori, of Bishopville; a sister, Mary Fulco of Rosedale, Maryland; eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Iacchetta, in 2002. A Mass of Christian burial was held on Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at St. Luke Catholic Church in Ocean City. Burial was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Millsboro. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to: Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, Maryland 21802. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com. GEORGE WILLIAM MCCORMICK Ocean Pines George William McCormick, age 83, died peacefully on June 29, 2018 in Ocean Pines, Maryland. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Erwood and Sara Thompson McCormick. He is survived by his beloved wife of 35 G. McCormick years, Victoria McCormick, and his children and grandchildren. His children include Patricia McCormick Schueler and husband, Continued on Page 76
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Topless suit plaintiffs seek temporary relief Continued from Page 1 case could drag out for years depending on appeals. In 2016, Eline, formerly Chelsea Covington, wrote to then-Worcester County State’s Attorney Beau Oglesby seeking clarity about the legality of female bare-chestedness in public places in Maryland. Last summer, as Oglesby awaited a legal opinion from the Maryland Attorney General’s office, the topic gained national media attention after a departmental memo from Beach Patrol Captain Butch Arbin came to light instructing staff to document, but not take action, if alerted to women sunbathing topless. In response to that publicity, the city council last June passed an emergency ordinance prohibiting females from baring their breasts in public.
OCPD’s newest officer graduates from academy
(July 6, 2018) Ocean City Police Department’s newest officer, Michael Hamblin, graduated from the Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy’s 80th entrance level police academy class on June 14. Hamblin was formally recognized as a certified police officer of the OCPD after six months of training. His recruit class came from various law enforcement agencies throughout the Eastern Shore. Graduates from the Michael Hamblin OCPD consistently earn top honors from the police academy and Hamblin held true to that tradition by earning the classification of “Pistol Expert.” Hamblin was tied for the top scorer of his class in the firearms category with a score of 100 percent. “Ofc. Hamblin has worked for us as a seasonal employee for three summers so we know that he will be a great fit for our agency,” Chief Ross Buzzuro said. “I am proud to welcome him into our family.” Hamblin has now begun a nineweek field training program to perfect the skills he acquired in the police academy under the direct supervision of veteran OCPD field training officers. He will be evaluated routinely and critiqued on his performance and will train with the various shifts and divisions that make up the OCPD.
Mayor Rick Meehan said Tuesday that despite the legal maneuver asking the city to stay, or abandon, that emergency ordinance, the view of resort leaders remains consistent. “Ocean City is not a topless beach and we do not intend for it to become a topless beach,” he said. In the injunction motion filed last week, Jacob argues against the legitimacy of separate topless rules for men and women. “The gender classification does not further an important government interest, but rather codifies longstanding discriminatory and sexist ideology in which women are viewed as inherently sexual objects,” the motion reads. Jacob said the emergency ordinance violates the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment, while
also questioning Ocean City’s assertion that topless sunbathing hurts the resort’s family image. Among the legal precedents Jacob cites is a preliminary injunction granted in the 2016 Fort Collins v. City of Fort Collins case. In that decision the court wrote, “our history is littered with many forms of discrimination, including discrimination against women.” The ruling went on to say, “As the barriers have come down, one by one, some people were made uncomfortable. In our system, however, the Constitution prevails over popular sentiment.” The Ocean City ordinance from last June prohibits females from exposing their breasts with less than a fully opaque covering on the area immediately below the top of the areola. Violations of the municipal infraction
are subject to a fine of up to $1,000. Last June, City Solicitor Guy Ayres said the issue was not one of privacy, while arguing there is no constitutional right to appear nude in public. “One does not have the right to impose one’s lifestyle on others who have an equal right to be left alone,” he said. “The equal protection clause does not demand that things that are different in fact be treated the same in law.” Meehan said the city is still coordinating a response to last Friday’s filing. “We will be discussing this with the city solicitor next week,” he said. Jacob said the city has until July 27 to file a response to the injunction motion. “The court can simply decide or schedule a hearing,” he said.
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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 72 Bruno, of San Jose, California, Michael McCormick and wife, Patricia, of Cary, North Carolina; Timothy McCormick and wife, Victoria, of Vienna, Virginia, Mark McCormick and wife, Debbie, of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Erick Short and his wife, Suzanne, of Berlin, Maryland, and John Short and his wife, Laura Beth, of Hoschton, Georgia. His 10 grandchildren are Kyle McCormick, Jessica Schueler, Nicole McCormick, Lauren McCormick, Samantha Short, Adam McCormick, Haley McCormick, Kelsey McCormick, Trevor Short and Powell Short. He was preceded in death by his first wife and mother of his children, Jeanne Cole McCormick. George is also survived by his brother, Charles McCormick and his wife, JoAnn, of Mars, Pennsylvania; his brother, Erwood McCormick and his wife, Shirley, of Germantown, Tennessee; his sister, Judy Vogel and her husband, Paul, of Valencia, Pennsylvania; and his sister, Melissa McBride of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. He is also survived by nieces, nephews and many friends he made throughout his life. George graduated from Mars High School, earned a Bachelor’s degree from Slippery Rock University, and a Master’s degree from Indiana Univer-
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sity of Pennsylvania. He began his career as a teacher in Chicora and Karns City, Pennsylvania. He then moved to Maryland and began his life-long career as an educator for Prince George’s County Public schools, serving briefly as a guidance counselor before assuming a position as an administrator in Human Resources. George loved his family. He was very proud of his children, and especially loved all his times with his grandchildren – playing games, canoeing, going to the beach and the Boardwalk, and enjoying vacations together. He was a sports enthusiast, both as a spectator and a participant. He enjoyed playing tennis for many years. Then for many more years, he was passionate about skiing and spent part of every winter on the slopes in the western US. After his move to Ocean Pines, he enjoyed fine-tuning his golf game. His desire to see and experience new and different countries and cultures led to over 30 years of traveling to explore the world. George had a very good life. The family received friends at Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin on Monday, July 2, 2018 and at Community Church of Ocean Pines, Tuesday, July 3, followed by a celebration of his life. Internment of ashes will occur at a later date in Mars, Pennsylvania. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to: Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, Maryland 218021733 or online at their website, coastalhospice.org. JOHN THOMAS KRATZ Ocean Pines John Thomas Kratz, 83, of Ocean Pines, passed away, Monday, June 25, 2018 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center. Born in Baltimore, he was the son
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EUGENE “GENE” AND MARY GRAY BUNTING Selbyville Eugene “Gene” and Mary Gray Bunting, lifelong Selbyville residents, crossed over the river into the arms of their Savior within 10 hours of each other. They were both 90. M a r y passed on Gene and Mary Bunting the evening of June 12, 2018 at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, Maryland. Hours later, on the morning of June 13, 2018 at his home in Selbyville, without Earthly word of his wife’s death, Gene responded to the call and followed her to Heaven to continue their love story from their 72 years of marriage. Mary, born Feb. 25, 1928, the daughter of the late Hon. Everett Mitchel and Annie (Grise) Gray, was a beloved, nurturing homemaker and devout Christian. Gene, born March 6, 1928, of the late Hon. Clayton A. Bunting and Fanny Elizabeth (Burrows) Bunting, was a retired nurseryman, former president and owner of Buntings’ Nurseries, Inc. and Peninsula Nurseries, Inc. Gene and Mary met in elementary school, fell in love, and never parted. Both graduated from Selbyville High School and attended Goldey-Beacom Business College. Gene also attended Greenbrier Military School in Lewisburg, West Virginia. They married on Oct. 14, 1946. They were lifelong conservative Republicans. Gene served as Sussex County chairman of the Republican Party, 1966-1968; Delaware State Republican Party chairman, 1969-1972; and Delaware Secretary of State, 1969-1972. Continued on Page 78
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Public safety still top priority of security plan Continued from Page 1 “The linear protection … is about 1,200 feet that is required to cordon off the parking lot from access points on the Boardwalk,” he said. How to route trams around the south end of the Boardwalk was another issue McGean highlighted. “The solution we came up with is placing the barrier … east of tram lane, which allows [it] to operate inside the barrier instead of going in and out constantly of a gated opening,” he said. Parker said initial field studies identified a number of private properties with potential vehicle access points along the Boardwalk. “We’re currently coordinating with the individual property owners to see if these areas can be included for permanent … access controls,” he said. The projects protection measures would involve a combination of bollards, planters and concrete spheres, Parker said. Both fixed and active access points, the latter required for authorized vehicles, would be included, Parker said. “There are 12 spots that need gated or dynamic access, including two in the inlet area,” he said. Aesthetic concerns were among a number of the project goals Parker
reviewed. Parker said concrete planters cov“We recognize the Boardwalk has ering a pair of bollards costs about very specific architectural styles and $2,500, with a concrete spherefinishes,” he said. shaped bollard costing around Establishing crash ratings for the $4,500. barrier project was another priority McGean said the concrete spheres Parker discussed. are being proposed for the Board“We did a complete full risk analy- walk’s North Division Street entrance sis for the town earlier this year,” he to create a “visual plaza finish.” said. “We calculated the risk levels at “It’s a gateway to town and we all the different acwanted to keep that cess points and also feel,” he said. “Ina minimum crash corporating nicer ‘We need to make sure rating standard.” elements at that Parker also our systems are very durable street we thought noted system deto hold up to both natural and was important.” sign plans factored Councilman manmade environments.’ in prolonged expoWayne Hartman sure to wind, water JMT consulting Engineer asked if the proand sand. posed concrete Mark Parker “We need to planters could be make sure our sysreconfigured as tems are very large cement ashdurable to hold up to both natural trays to reduce discarded cigarette and manmade environments,” he butts. said. Councilman Tony DeLuca said Looking at typical costs for mate- discussions already are taking place rial, Parker said a three-bollard array with McGean and Public Works Dicosts about $8,500, with a single bol- rector Hal Adkins to establish smoklard running about $3,400. ing areas with ashtrays. McGean said the prices are just for “We’re looking at using vertical parts, with installation extra. cylinders like on the beach and giving “These are much more involved people places to smoke west of the than sticking a pipe in the ground,” Boardwalk away from entrances,” he he said. said. “We’ll do it in conjunction with
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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 76 Gene’s father, Clayton, who passed down the family business and legacy for public service to his son, served as commissioner of the State Highway Department during the construction of the Delaware Memorial Bridge, sat on the Delaware State Board of Education, served in the Delaware State Senate, 1941-1949, and was president pro tempore, 1944-1949. Mary’s father, Everett, served as Delaware House representative, 1946-1948. Gene was a 33 Degree Master mason, A.F. & A.M., of the Doric Lodge, Millville. He served stints as president of multiple organizations: Selbyville Rotary Club, Paul Harris Fellow; Eastern Regional Nurserymen’s Association; Fruit Tree Growers Association of America and the American Association of Nurserymen, the premier representative body in the industry, where he presided over the Nursery Industry Political Action Committee (NIPAC), and as chairman of the AAN Legislative Committee. His tenure included working closely with First Lady, Lady Bird Johnson, launching her National Beautification Program. Additionally, he was a Baltimore Trust Company (PNC Bank) trustee and served on the executive committee. Gene and Mary were Covenant
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WORLD WAR II Members of Peninsula Community Church in Selbyville where they were led by God to donate the land on Cypress Road where the church is located. They were Senior Honorary Members of the Sussex Pines Country Club in Georgetown and longtime members of the Island Country Club in Marco Island, Florida, where they spent 30 years of winter enjoyment in retirement. They are survived by four children: daughter, Helen B. McCool (Ron) of Georgetown, Clayton E. Bunting, Esq., (Debbie) of Georgetown, Rachel B. Marcus of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Mary Jean Gleichman (Jeff) of Sammamish, Washington; nine grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. Mary was predeceased by two brothers, Madison M. Gray (Catherine) and Hon. George Edward Gray (Anna Lee), and is survived by a sister, Geraldine Stevens (Fred) of Selbyville. Gene was the sole issue survivor, being predeceased by four siblings who died at very young ages. A funeral service was held Tuesday, June 26, 2018, at Peninsula Community Church in Selbyville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in their memory to: Peninsula Community Church, Inc., 28574 Cypress Road, Selbyville, Delaware 19975. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com,
Roosevelt insists upon int’l refugees meeting in France By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III Contributing Writer (July 6, 2018) This week, 80 years ago, delegates from 32 countries and 24 organizations met at the Hôtel Royal in Évian-les-Bains, on the shores of Lake Geneva, France. Since the Nazis had taken control of the German government, approximately 150,000 Jews had emigrated from the Reich, with many more searching for a place to go. The International Refugees Conference was convened at the insistence of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, in an effort to address the problem through the international community. Recognizing that the problem was only going to get worse, he called for the conference 11 days after the Anschluss. The 24 organizations were devoted to Jewish and refugee causes. In addition, there were representatives from the High Commission for Refugees from Germany, and the General Secretariat of the Intergovernmental Committee. The Palestine Defense Committee of Damascus and the Arab Women’s Committee sent telegrams protesting settlement of Jewish refugees in
Palestine, noting that the Arabs should not be made to suffer for the mistakes committed by European nations. More than 200 members of the world press covered the conference, which lasted from July 6 to July 15, 1938. The first choice for a host country was Switzerland, but it declined, not wanting to antagonize der Führer, and besides, the Swiss had begun restricting Jewish immigration as well. Several countries were not invited, including Portugal and Luxembourg. Rumania, Poland, Ireland, and the Union of South Africa, were not invited, but sent representatives anyway. Germany, seen as the cause of the problem, was also not invited, and did not send representatives. Upon learning of the conference, the German Führer responded that, “I can only hope and expect that the other countries, which have such deep sympathy for these criminals, will at least be generous enough to convert this sympathy into practical aid. We, on our part, are ready to put all these criminals at the disposal of these countries, for all I care, even on luxury Continued on Page 80
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WORLD WAR II Continued from Page 78 ships!” (emphasis supplied). U.S. Secretary of State Cordell Hull opined that it would be better to find a solution to the refugee problem, rather, “...than to negotiate with the felon about his misdeeds.” And, of course, the U.S.S.R. did not participate. Italy also declined to participate. Representing the United States was Myron Charles Taylor, designated “Ambassador on Special Mission,” who would be chosen as chairman of the conference. He had just retired as CEO of the United States Steel Corporation, and was a personal friend of the president. He was accompanied by James Grover McDonald, Robert T. Pell, George L. Brandt, Howard G. Hill, and George L. Warren. Prior to the conference, the United Kingdom and the United States had agreed that the Americans would not
Ocean City Today mention Palestine as a possible destination for the refugees, and the British would not mention that the U.S. was not filling its immigration quotas! They also agreed to prevent Golda Meir, future prime minister of Israel and Chaim Azriel Weizmann, the future first president of Israel from speaking. After the first day of the conference, reporter and author William L. Shirer observed that, “I doubt if much will be done. The British, French and Americans seem too anxious not to do anything to offend Hitler. It’s an absurd situation. They want to appease the man who was responsible for their problem!” Although most of the delegates to the conference expressed sympathy for the plight of the Jews, no country, other than the Dominican Republic, whose delegation was led by Virgilio Trujillo Molina, Envoy Extraordinare
and the Dominican Dictator’s brother, offered to accept any more Jews. The Dominican dictator, Rafael Trujillo Molina, offered to accept up to 100,000, for agricultural work, and set aside 26,000 acres near Sosúa, on the north shore of the island. Eventually, about 800 took advantage of the offer. The leader of the Australian delegation, Lt. Colonel Thomas W. White, Minister for Trade and Customs, stated that, “...as we have no real racial problem, we are not desirous of importing one.” The host country expressed the sentiment of most, when it said that, “...the extreme point of saturation as regards admission of refugees...,” had been reached. Mr. Weizmann later described his perception of the prevailing attitudes, “The world seemed to be divided into two parts — those places where the Jews could not live and
JULY 6, 2018 those where they could not enter.” Because of its finding, “...that the involuntary emigration of people in large numbers has become so great that it renders racial and religious problems more acute, increases international unrest, and may hinder seriously the processes of appeasement in international relations...,” the conference established the International Committee on Refugees and directed it to, “...approach the governments of the countries of refuge with a view to developing opportunities for permanent settlement.” The ICR, with little funding, accomplished little. The Germans were relieved that there was no condemnation of their attempts to resolve their “Jewish problem.” The Reich was able to note how “astounding” it was, that, although other countries criticized it for attempting to rid itself of its Jewish citizens, none was willing to accept them into their countries! Ms. Meir recalled, in her memoirs, “...sitting there in that magnificent hall and listening to the delegates of 32 countries rise, each in turn, to explain how much they would have liked to take in substantial numbers of refugees and how unfortunate it was that they were not able to do so....” She wrote that it, “...was a terrible experience. I don’t think that anyone who didn’t live through it can understand what I felt at Évian — a mixture of sorrow, rage, frustration and horror.” Forty years after the conference, a concierge at the Hôtel Royal remembered that, “Very important people were here and all the delegates had a nice time. They took pleasure cruises on the lake. They gambled at night at the casino. They took mineral baths and massages... Some of them took excursions to Chamonix to go summer skiing. Some went riding. Some played golf. Meetings? Yes, some attended the meetings, but of course it is difficult to sit indoors hearing speeches when all the pleasures that Évian offers are waiting right outside.” Most of the delegates agreed with the heartless and short-sighted sentiments of Canada’s Deputy Minister of Immigration, Frederick Charles Blair, who favored restricting the immigration of Jews to force the Reich to deal with its “Jewish problem” internally. The Canadian Deputy Minister got his wish. Germany did deal with its “Jewish problem,” internally — by extermination! The London Daily Herald queried, “If this is coming to the help of the refugees, then what would the nations do if they meant to desert them?” Next week: Battle 0f Lake Khasan. Mr. Wimbrow writes from Ocean City, Maryland, where he practices law representing those persons accused of criminal and traffic offenses, and those persons who have suffered a personal injury through no fault of their own. He can be contacted at: wimbrowlaw@gmail.com.
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Salisbury resident Connor Mull from Surf Rescue Academy 2, prepares to run toward the water with his paddleboard during the Ocean City Beach Patrol Rookie Graduation Ceremony on Thursday, June 28.
OCBP brings 59 new lifeguards on board for summer
By Morgan Pilz Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) Fifty-nine new lifeguards will take the stands this summer after completing the Ocean City Beach Patrol Rookie Graduation on Thursday, June 28. “This is an exciting event because it gives the rookies a chance to demonstrate all the skills that they learned in Surf Rescue Academy,” said Kristin Joson, Ocean City Beach Patrol Public education coordinator. “They get eight days of intense physically and mentally challenging training.” During the Rookie Graduation ceremony, participants who trained at the Surf Rescue Academy had to successfully complete seven stations set up at the inlet beach. They had 15 minutes to complete each station. In the first station, rookies coordinated with the Ocean City Coast Guard and the Department of Natural Resources in an assisted rescue where victims were swimming too close to the jetty’s sharp rocks lining the edge of the inlet shoreline. “Not only do beach patrol person-
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New lifeguards participate in a practice exercise where a victim could have a potential neck injury during the Ocean City Beach Patrol Rookie Graduation Ceremony on Thursday, June 28.
nel practice the skills [needed], but the other agencies get to practice working with [the] beach patrol in these emergency situations,” Joson said. The second station involved teamwork in a rescue for a victim who swam out too far with the assistance of a land line, a bright yellow rope used to help pull the swimmer and lifeguards back to shore. Medical attention was the primary focus of the third station, where rookies had to practice the removal of vic-
tims and stabilization of neck or back injuries. Another team effort, multiple lifeguards had to attempt to stabilize a victim with a potential neck injury in the water. The fourth station required the use of paddle boards to practice entering and exiting the surf to complete a rescue. Teamwork was another key role in the fifth station, where rookies had to work as a team to locate a submerged victim. Typically, this type of action is See NEW Page 82
By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (July 6, 2018) Work to spruce up and secure the iconic Ocean Bowl Skate Park on Third Street and St. Louis Avenue was recently completed and includes replacing aging siding on the skate bowl and ramps, plus installing surveillance cameras. Dan Reed, skate park manager, said the improvements were financed with a $20,000 Project Open Space grant through the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. “We kind of fixed up the skate park a little bit,” he said. “We replaced siding because it looked rough [and] we put a fence by the mini-ramp.” The project to replace the siding, which Reed said was over a decade old, took more than a month to complete. “We sheeted the siding on the observation deck as well,” he said. “It definitely will be nicer to look at.” The Ocean Bowl Skate Park, which celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2016, came to life after the Ocean City Council banned skateboarding within city limits in the 1970’s. Reed said other, more functional improvements, which are potentially of more importance to skaters, were also completed. “We recently resurfaced the miniramp so that’s nice and smooth,” he said. To make the Ocean Bowl more secure, Reed said skaters are now being monitored on camera. “We also put in a new camera system at the skate park that feeds right into emergency services and the police,” he said. “It’s secure down there and we have an eye on that whole complex.” In addition to providing a birdseye view of the skate park for first responders, Reed said the system would also be monitored on site. “It give us some security for the skate park,” he said. “There’s a camera overlooking the basketball courts and also the ball field.” The new surveillance system also includes a pair of monitors capable of displaying multiple camera views simultaneously, Reed said. “We have multiple staff members at the skate park on any given shift but you can’t be everywhere at once,” he said. Ultimately, Reed said the upgrades See SKATE Page 83
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Surf Rescue Academy graduates assist each other with moving a jet ski into the water for a practice rescue mission during the Ocean City Beach Patrol Rookie Graduation, June 28.
New wave of rookies bolster number of beach lifeguards Continued from Page 81 required when a struggling victim is too exhausted to swim any longer or becomes unconscious. At the sixth station, rookies learned how to launch jet skis into the water to assist in a long-range rescue. Graduates pick up and turn the jet ski, manned by a veteran lifeguard, and push it into the water. “Rookie Graduation gives [participants] a chance to work with veteran staff to practice and demonstrate their skills,” Joson said. For the seventh and final station, lifeguard prospects ran 300 meters and collaborated to recover a “victim” that was buried in a sand hole. Once all stations were completed by each group, the rookies lined up and ran past veterans and family members to shake hands with Capt. Butch Arbin, signifying the end of their training and the beginning of their careers as lifeguards. Graduates receive the temporary role of probational surf rescue technicians until they complete four requirements to be promoted to surf rescue technician step one. In order to be promoted graduates need to perform the following: • Work 21 days on a stand (one day is at least 3.5 hours) after successful completion of Surf Rescue Academy, without any policy infraction or employee incident. A policy infraction will re-start the 21-day count • Obtain three weeks of satisfac-
tory written performance evaluations • Pass a semaphore communications test • Attend and complete Rookie Graduation Anyone seeking employment with the Ocean City Beach Patrol must successfully complete all aspects of an eight-phase pre-employment physical skills evaluation. Testing for Ocean City Beach Patrol to work next summer will be offered in Ocean City, with the first opportunity on Wednesday, Aug. 1. Seven additional opportunities will be offered both in Ocean City and throughout the region. “If you would like to become a lifeguard, it might interest you to know that because of the unique demands of the job, the Ocean City Beach Patrol does not require or recognize certification or past experience with other agencies,” Joson said. Once a candidate passes the physical skills test they are appointed to a 65-hour, paid ($13.55/hour and $14.94 after a three-week probation period) position. Prior to the start of academy and each year they return to the patrol, lifeguards must pass a mandatory drug test. During Surf Rescue Training Academy, each rookie is trained and assessed in all necessary skills, techniques, procedures and protocols of the beach patrol. For more information, visit www.ococean.com/ocbp or call 410289-7556.
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Skate park ramps resurface gives boarders smooth ride Continued from Page 81 should lessen parental concerns about youngsters’ safety while practicing. “It should make the parents feel more comfortable allowing their kid to go to the skate park,” he said. The Ocean Bowl Skate Park is the oldest operating municipal skate park in the United States. The 17,000square-foot concrete-based park fea-
tures a pool bowl with deep and shallow end, vertical and mini ramps and 13,000-square-foot open concrete street course with hit walls, hips and small bowl. For more information, call the Ocean Bowl Skate Park at 410-289-2695 or Northside Park at 410-250-0125 or visit https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/recreation-parks/skatepark/.
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Skateboarding enthusiast Keegan Mitchell, 13, of Ocean City, tries out recently resurfaced ramps at the Ocean Bowl Skate Park on Third Street and St. Louis Avenue on Saturday. GREG ELLISON/ OCEAN CITY TODAY
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JULY 4 HOT DOG-EATING CONTEST
Steve Weimer of Ocean City
Thomas Purnell of Berlin
CHOWING DOWN Twenty contestants competed in Fish Talesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 11th annual hot dog-eating contest on July 4. A stage for competitors and bleachers for spectators were set up in the parking lot of the 22nd Street bayside restaurant. Participants consumed as many hot dogs and buns as they could in 10 minutes. Stephen Hillegass of Oley, Pennsylvania, ate 14 to win $1,200 and a trophy. Ocean City resident Dustin Meck consumed 12 hot dogs and finished in second place. He was awarded $500. Marc Custodio of Ocean City downed 10.5 hot dogs and buns, good for third place and $300.
Winners: Dustin Meck, second; Stephen Hillegass, first; Marc Custodio, third
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Stephen Hillegass of Oley, Pennsylvania
Siblings Max and Ripley Thumma of Berlin
Lauren Buckler of Ocean City
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OC Tuna Tournament to take place July 13-15
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (July 6, 2018) Several new rules and added entry-level calcuttas were added for the 30th annual Ocean City Tuna Tournament last year, and they are all incorporated this year as well. We’re keeping it the same as last year,” said Tuna Tournament Director Jennifer Blunt. “It went well. The response was pretty positive.” Anglers were allowed to pass the rod while fighting a fish, with the exception of junior and lady anglers competing for awards in their divisions. That will be the rule again this year. Paid captains and mates cannot be anglers. They can only hook a fish and hand the rod off to someone else. Only one big eye can be weighed per boat each day. That fish can be added to a team’s stringer weight. Weigh-in times were extended last year and will be the same for 2018. On Friday, July 13 and Saturday, July 14, weigh-ins will be from 4-8:30 p.m., and until 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 15. Organizers also changed the boat size divisions last year. They are still – boats 35 feet and under, 36-51 feet, and 52 feet and larger. “We wanted to get more smaller boats involved in the tournament,” Blunt said. “Sometimes they feel they can’t compete with the bigger boats. It gives them their own little tournament within the tournament.” To increase the chance for more participants to win money last year, organizers added two new “On the Board Reward” levels, as well as a largest bluefin tuna calcutta. Those will be offered again this year. Early registration for the tournament ends today, July 6, at 5 p.m. The cost is $900 to enter. Blunt said about a half-dozen teams had registered as of earlier this week. Most will wait until final registration, which will take place Thursday, July 12, from 3-7 p.m. at the Ocean City Fishing Center in West Ocean City. A captains’ meeting will follow. For those who miss early registration, the cost is $1,000 per boat (maximum six anglers). “Tuna fishing is slowing down, unfortunately, but we’re still seeing some bigeyes being caught. People are catching bigeyes now more than yellowfin, and we haven’t seen a bluefin in a while,” Blunt said on Monday. “With the water heating up, they’re going deeper down. They’re there, but it’s like they’re hiding and not falling for our fake bait. “There’s also been a ton of boats out fishing – it’s been such a busy two weeks – the fish sometimes seem to scare,” she continued. “Hopefully they’ll pop back up for the tournament.” Altogether, there are 17 added entry-level calcuttas for the 2018 competition. The cost to enter them
ranges from $200 to $5,000. Teams may sign up for one or all of the added entry-level categories, which, if they place on the top of the leader board, could substantially increase the amount of prize money they receive. Added entries: Level A $250 Single Largest Tuna - Daily Level B $250 Heaviest Stringer Daily Level C $500 - Winner Takes All Level D $500 Boats 35’ & Under Winner Takes All Level E $750 Boats 36-51’ - Winner Takes All Level F $1,000 Boats 52’ & Up Winner Takes All Level G $2,500 SQUIDNATION Heaviest Stringer Jackpot - Winner Takes All Level H $5,000 YETI Pro Jackpot Single Largest Tuna - Winner Takes All Level I $500 50/30/20 Split Level J $1,000 50/30/20 Split Level K $2,500 50/30/20 Split Level L $300 Single Largest Dolphin Level M $200 Single Largest Wahoo Level N $500 Single Largest Bluefin Tuna Level O $500 On the Board Reward “A”
Level P $1,500 On the Board Reward “B” Level Q $200 Charity Donation 50/50 Split. Fifty percent will go to the singles largest tuna and 50 percent to a selected charity. In 2017 the Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company was the beneficiary. The organization received $3,330. It will be the recipient for 2018 as well. Levels C, D, E, F, I, J and K are split between Single Largest and Heaviest Stringer. Levels D, E, F, I, J and K - Can only win in one category, Single Largest or Heaviest Stringer, not both. The cost to go across the board with the $1,000 entry fee for boats 52 feet and larger is $17,700; $17,450 for boats 36-51 feet; and $17,200 for boats 35 feet and smaller. The Level H Pro Tuna Jackpot Winner Takes All costs $5,000 to enter, but it pays off for the angler with the heaviest single tuna as long as he or she signs up for the calcutta. In 2017, 38 of the tournament’s 88 boats entered the calcutta and the pot totaled $171,000. Jamie Romero landed the largest tuna of the 2017 competition, a 115pound bluefin. Romero and his Absolut Pleasure teammates were awarded $309,130 for first place in the Single Largest Tuna Division.
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Last year with 88 boats, more than $785,000 was awarded to tournament winners. Blunt said she expects about the same amount of participation this year, but added, “We always hope for more.” For 2018, tournament fishing is permitted Friday through Sunday, July 13-15. Anglers will fish two of the three days. Boats can leave either the Ocean City or Indian River inlets. Catches will be weighed at the Ocean City Fishing Center from 48:30 p.m. next Friday and Saturday, and until 7 p.m. Sunday. There is no cost to watch the weigh-ins, which are open to the public. “It was a good start to the tuna season, with the number of tuna we’ve seen brought in early on,” Blunt said. “It would be nice if they would show back up in those large numbers for the tournament.” Prize money will be awarded to the first-, second- and third-heaviest single tuna and the largest total catch weight. Each boat may weigh up to five fish per day to compete for a two-day total pound catch. There is a 30-pound minimum weight requirement for all eligible tournament tuna (yellowfin, bluefin and big eye). See TUNA Page 86
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Record-breaking Canyon Kick Off Largest turnout and payout, and most billfish released in tourney’s 36-year history
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (July 6, 2018) The Ocean City Marlin Club’s annual Canyon Kick Off tournament, held June 29 to July 1, saw the largest turnout and payout, and most billfish released in the event’s 36-year history. “We really lucked out. Good weather, good fishing and people feeling confident enough to invest in more added entry levels,” said Ocean City Marlin Club President, Franky Pettolina, who also runs the boat Last Call. “It was really good marlin fishing. Usually two marlin will place or win. This year you needed four to have a chance. “Hopefully it is a sign of things for the rest of the season,” he continued. “Best start to marlin fishing I can ever remember in Ocean City.” A total of $107,730 was presented to tournament winners. Seventy-seven boats were registered for the competition. “There were several new participants this year, including four nonboat [Marlin Club] members,” said Amanda Shick, the Ocean City Marlin
Club’s operations manager/event coordinator. Participants could fish two of three tournament days. Forty-one went offshore last Friday, 58 fished Saturday and 55 headed out on Sunday. “It was a very successful tournament,” said Al Rittmeyer, director of the Canyon Kick Off with Bob Althauser. “It was a combination of factors. It was perfect weather. [The ocean] was slick and calm. Fishing has been really good and the economy helps. People seem to have a little more discretionary spending money.” Sixty-eight white marlin and nine blues were released during the tournament. Fish On took first place in the billfish release division with 750 points. The crew released six whites and one blue. They were awarded $35,550. Nontypical came in second place with 700 points (four whites, two blues). The team was presented $2,052. The Moore Bills team released five whites and one blue, good for third place and $4,446. Par Five anglers cut loose two whites and two blues and won $2,052. Marlin Gale took top honors in the dolphin division with a 37.2 pounder. The crew earned $14,332.50. Canyon Hunter landed in second
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place with a 23.4-pound dolphin. The team was presented $3,739.50. The Last Call crew boated a 22pound dolphin to finish in third place. They took home $2,493. Hall Pass received prize money for its 18.2-pound dolphin for participating in added entry-level calcuttas. The group got a check for $11,250. The Tighten Up team hooked a 110.8-pound bigeye and won $25,582.50. The Second Chance crew brought a 109.8-pound bigeye to the Sunset Marina scale in West Ocean City, good for second place. They were awarded $3,739.50. The Stalker anglers caught an 83.6-pound yellowfin to finish in third place. They earned $2,493. The Ocean City Marlin Club’s next tournament is the 14th annual Kid’s Classic, slated for July 21-22. It is open to anglers 19 and younger. The tournament benefits the WishA-Fish Foundation, whose mission is to “provide a little relief for a family from the daily stress of having a child with special needs, such as a lifethreatening illness, mental or physical disability, by taking the entire family out for a day of fun and fishing on the water.” For more information about the Kid’s Classic, call 410-213-1613 or visit www.ocmarlinclub.com.
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Tuna fishing slows down, but bigeyes still being caught Continued from Page 85 Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place in the Park Place Jewelers Ladies Division. A $1,500 award will be presented to the female angler who catches the largest tuna. Prizes of $1,000 and $500 will be distributed to second and third place, respectively. A Junior Angler division is available for those 16 and younger. The winner will receive $1,000. Cash prizes of $500 and $250 will be presented to junior anglers who land the second- and third-heaviest fish. There will also be prize money of $2,500, $1,000 and $500 for the first-, second- and third-largest dolphin. Since several wahoo have been caught during the tournament over the years, organizers added a division for the fish in 2016. The calcutta is also available this year. There will be free parking during weigh-ins in the West Ocean City Park & Ride. Free shuttles to and from the Fishing Center and Park & Ride will be available during weigh-ins. For more information about the Tuna Tournament, call 410-213-1121 or visit www.octunatournament.com.
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