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By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) As the City Council realized this week, the carrot and stick approach only works if the stick is bigger than the carrot. To that end, the city is not only introducing a more thorough license ap‘We need to plication find out from for rental them if we properties can just in R-1 sinforget about gle-family it, or if this zones, it (R1A) is still will also be out for implementing a hefty further fine for discussion.’ renting without a –PZ Chair Pam Buckley. license – in any area, not just R-1. “Right now, as it stands, there is no reason to buy a rental license in Ocean City. None whatsoever,” said Councilman Wayne Hartman. “There’s not a problem until you get caught and then you have time to fix it with no penalty.” Presently, if a landlord is found to be renting a property without registering with the city, he or she needs only to get a rental license ($116) and police noise permit ($25) within 10 days. There is no punitive fee. But on Tuesday, Hartman proposed, and his colleagues See SYSTEM Page 5

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Ocean City firefighters Corey Brown, left, and David Lewis attempt to extinguish a boat fire from shore last Friday near 94th Street, but found the vessel had drifted too far out into the bay. Fire Boat 1 was called in to finish off the blaze.

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) Quick thinking by a Laurel, Md., grandfather and grandson prevented the possibility of much greater damage when the duo pushed their 20-foot Wellcraft boat out onto the bay when the center console vessel exploded into flames last Friday. Theodore Smith Jr., 71, and Travis Smith, 22, had just launched the vessel from a trailer, according to Natural Resources Police spokeswoman Candy Thomson, and turned the ignition when “flames jumped from the cenSee BLAZE Page 3

Beauregard’s back at sea By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) It certainly wasn’t the weather that brought hundreds of people to Assateague State Park last Friday, as overcast skies and cooler temperatures prevailed, it was the turtles. Three Kemp’s Ridley turtles, protected in the U.S. through the Endangered Species Act and internationally through the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES), were released after their rehabilitation period at the National Aquarium in Baltimore. “Kemp’s Ridley turtles migrate from Florida to MassaBRIAN GILLILAND/OCEAN CITY TODAY See RECOVERED Page 6

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Blaze deemed ‘bad luck accident’ after boat burns Continued from Page 1 ter console.” The Smiths, Thomson said, quickly pushed the boat out into the bay away from the pier off 94th Street in the Little Salisbury neighborhood. Thomson gave the pair credit for their quick thinking, and said this method of fire avoidance is not part of a class, or written regulations, but more of a reaction to a situation that turned out well. “It was really fast thinking,” Thomson said. The Ocean City Fire Department reported receiving a call around 11:09 a.m. Friday morning and reportedly dispatched trucks and Fire Boat 1 in response to the call, according to Ocean City spokeswoman Jessica Waters. The units were sent to Bering Road where they reportedly found the boat drifting south, finally coming to a rest in a nearby marsh, where it burned to the water line. The unsecured boat had drifted be-

Trams to run for added weekend on Boardwalk

(Sept. 18, 2015) The Town of Ocean City decided to extend Boardwalk tram service for an additional weekend, with trams scheduled to run from 2-10 p.m. starting Thursday, and running through Sunday, Sept. 20. Although special tram service has run for Sunfest in the past, this year is the first since 2009 that the city has run regular tram service past Labor Day, following post-recession budget cuts. The city’s transportation division reported that last week’s tram service brought in roughly 6,500 riders, in line with ridership the week after Labor Day in years prior to the recession. Unemployment expenses for tram drivers in the off-season have been cited as the highest cost for the tram service, and a major factor in scheduling, limiting the number of hours the city allows drivers to work.

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yond where traditional fire suppression methods were effective, but once the fireboat arrived from its dock at 13th Street the blaze was quickly extinguished, according to Waters. “It was a total loss,” Thomson said. According to Thomson, after an internal investigation and determination by the OC Fire Marshal, the cause of the blaze was a “bad luck accident,” and investigators have not found anything related to the manufacturer or make of the boat to contribute to the cause of the fire. One of the Smiths reported minor burn injuries and refused treatment at the scene, Thomson confirmed. A representative of Wellcraft boats declined to comment on the record, but said the Smiths’ boat appears to have been made before the current manufacturer took over operations in 2010.

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System lacked incentive to comply with rules Continued from Page 1 agreed, that a $500 fine be issued immediately for those caught running unlicensed rentals, and a $1,000 fine be issued if those properties do not comply within 15 days. The penalty was introduced as part of package of rental control improvements, incorporating most of the suggestions brought forward by a group of local Realtors who had proposed tighter licensing requirements as an instead of creating a new R-1A zoning designation. That measure, intended to protect established R-1 single-family neighborhoods from disturbance by vacation homes, would ban rentals for periods of less than 12 months. However, despite Realtors’ vehement opposition, the idea of an R-1A zone is not dead yet. City officials have promised proponents of the measure that the potential new zone will be revisited in the city’s upcoming comprehensive rezoning initiative. “The measures we’re talking about today do not stop additional comprehensive plan decisions about R-1A,” said Mayor and acting City Manager Rick Meehan. “But those areas that do not become R-1A, if that comes about, would still be helped by what we’re doing.” In addition to creating a much stiffer disincentive to rent without a license, the measures passed this week also introduce a new rental license application for those who are renting out single-family homes. Owners will be required to report the number of bedrooms in the home, calculate its maximum occupancy under the building code, and report where and for how many occupants the property is being advertised. More importantly, if a complaint is made about disturbances from a single-family home, the new guidelines will require owners to produce some

type of certification as to whom the home is rented to, with a statement from the landlord or rental agent that the occupants are a family unit. This is to encourage compliance with the city’s zoning code, which states that R-1 zoned properties can be occupied by no more than four unrelated persons. “We’ve included a form on the back of the new application that is an example for the property owners to use and keep in their files, so that if there is an issue and the inspector comes out and inspects the property, they’ll know how many occupants are supposed to be there and their relationship,” said city License Inspector Mike Sherman. An online map is also proposed to be made available, listing all R-1 properties that are licensed to rent, and allowing neighbors to identify whether a problem property is properly registered. The fee for a rental license in R-1 zones will be raised from $116 to $166 to cover additional costs. The “four unrelated persons” rule has proven difficult to enforce, and lies at the root of why some residents have pushed for the R-1A zone, where vacation rentals would simply be prohibited. Even with additional reporting under the new policy, it’s no guarantee that the city will have the enforcement manpower to keep large, rowdy groups of vacationers out of residential neighborhoods. “The controls are unenforceable,” said John Wright, one of several homeowners in the Mallard Island neighborhood who has pressed the city to adopt R-1A zoning. “Midnight raids to count the number of people might work ... or are we going to take DNA tests to see if people are related? The R-1A proposal is a separate issue and still needs to be addressed in a timely manner.”

Even if the city’s active enforcement is limited, the heftier fines could result in more voluntary compliance. As Hartman noted, the city is shooting itself in the foot by not upping the stakes of being a rental scofflaw, thereby creating a greater reliance on city inspectors actually catching violators. “I think we have to have some type of penalty in the beginning ... it takes the gambling mentality away from it. If there’s no reason to get a license until you get caught, it’s pretty big incentive [to not get one],” Hartman said. Technically, the proposal to create an R-1A zoning clause is still in the council’s court. The city’s Planning and Zoning Commission voted in favor of the legislation earlier this year, but the council, after much discussion, did not vote one way or the

other on accepting it as law. Instead, Meehan suggested that it be delayed until it could be incorporated into the upcoming state-required update of the town’s comprehensive plan. Work on the plan update will be undertaken by the Planning and Zoning Commission in the coming months, meaning that the R-1A allowance is likely to be supported again by a body that already endorsed it. During its session this week, the planning commission requested a joint meeting with the council to hash out a number of proposals relating to the comprehensive plan, including R1A. “We need to find out from them if we can just forget about it, or if this is still out for further discussion,” said Commission Chair Pam Buckley.

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Recovered Kemp’s Ridley turtles back in open water Continued from Page 1 chusetts, usually following a food source,” Amber White, stranding coordinator for the aquarium, said. “They eat small fish, squid, but blue crabs are their favorites right now.” Hundreds of spectators gathered to watch the releases, as each turtle was removed from its protective case, shown to the crowd, set a few yards back from the surf on the beach and encouraged to return home. After each turtle made its way past the breakers, raucous applause would erupt and the next turtle would repeat the process. The largest of the turtles, nicknamed “Beauregard” after the Muppets character according to Jennifer Dittmar, manager of animal rescue at the aquarium, was rescued in Cape

Cod, Ma. after being “cold stunned.” The second largest turtle, nicknamed “Prince,” was also recovered in Cape Cod in November 2014 — the same month as Beauregard, however it is unknown if the two animals were rescued at the same time — according to the aquarium. Kemp’s Ridley turtles are coldblooded animals like all sea turtles. If a turtle swims along a warm current and happens into colder waters, their bodies sometimes have a tough time adapting to the change. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s fisheries division lists the symptoms of cold stunning as “decreased heart rate, decreased circulation and lethargy followed by shock, pneumonia and possibly death.”

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Commissioners defy state law requiring plan change In 4-3 vote, county rejects adopting provisions into code mandating recycling

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) While Ocean City is pursuing a legislative remedy via State Sen. Jim Mathias (D-38) to avoid the state’s new recycling mandate by introducing a measure at the next session, the County Commissioners on Tuesday simply decided to not comply with it. The new law obligates Worcester and the other political subdivisions in the state to amend their state-approved recycling plans to include a provision that requires recycling facilities at all special events held on public property. Although the county might enforce that provision, it will not amend its current plan to reflect that, following a vote to that effect by a four-member majority of commissioners Chip Bertino, Merrill Lockfaw, Joe Mitrecic and Bud Church. Voting to go along with the law were commissioners Jim Bunting, Ted Elder and Diana Purnell. The commissioners did vote unanimously to voice their concerns with the stricter recycling law in a letter to the

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covered from selling off the fleet of recycling trucks and other equipment. “Ocean City … exempted … condominiums from mandatory curbside programs,” Mathias said. “Given the logic, it could work again. The mayor asked if I could help. We haven’t sat down and worked out the precise language, but once that happens, I’ll be happy to put it in.” All municipally and county-owned venues in the state are subject to the regulations. Special events falling under the new rules also must serve food, drink and expect more than 200 attendees. Locally, this includes the Ocean City Inlet parking lot, Sunset Park, Northside Park and the convention center. A vast majority of events at these venues, such as Sunfest or Winterfest, would appear to fall under the jurisdiction of the new regulations. The requirements, which passed the Maryland General Assembly in 2014, state that special events held on public lands must provide recycling containers for metal glass and paper. The bill goes into effect Oct. 1, 2015. This expanded on an earlier law, House Bill 929, which set Worcester’s targeted recycling rate at 20 percent, which the county meets, according to documentation provided by the county.

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By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) At least one service outside of the Ocean City Spring Trade Expo presented by the HotelMotel-Restaurant Association has been farming vendor information from the website and is using it to solicit reservations within the resort. The association sent out an email with the subject “Scam alert with our OCHMRA Trade Expo info” to members last week to advise partner organizations of the situation. But the company that sent out the reservation information, Convention Housing Authority, denies any wrongdoing. “I’m assuming, since we’re having this conversation, the e-mail in question is from an unaffiliated mailing,” Dan Holloway, one of the principals at the Convention Housing Authority, said. Holloway said his e-mail solicitations are clearly marked at the bottom to allow users to determine if they are being contacted by the vendor as an affiliate of an event or if their bid was unsolicited. Holloway said his business specializes in finding hotel rooms for people near convention centers when all other rooms appear to be booked. “It looks like the business is legitimate,” Susan Jones, executive director of the HMRA, said. “Basically we have trade show information on our website and they used it to call and email all our exhibitors to sell them hotel rooms.” Jones said some of the information sent to exhibitors is factually inaccurate, such as listing information for hotels known to be closed during the time of the expo, March 6-7, 2016. Holloway said his listing information is updated regularly. Jones said she filed a complaint with the Ocean City Police Department.

Man dies after motorcycle hits telephone pole

(Sept. 18, 2015) Snow Hill Emergency Medical Services pronounced Steven Hoffman, 65, of Pittsville dead at the scene of a motorcycle accident on Sunday afternoon. Police reported his motorcycle left the roadway while driving southbound on Route 354, went through a ditch before finally hitting a telephone pole. The Maryland State Police CRASH Team has taken over the investigation into the collision and the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office provided assistance with this death. Steven was the brother of local businessman Brad Hoffman.

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BIKE THEFT A bicycle theft occurred on Sept. 9 near 34th Street at about 8:50 p.m. and police are unable to identify the suspect. According to police, the suspect appears to be Caucasian, roughly between 25-30 years old and has a husky build. At the time of the theft, the suspect was wearing a white shirt with another white shirt wrapped around his neck, jean shorts, a black hat, black shoes and he was carrying a backpack. Anyone with information is asked to contact Pfc. Gemerek at 410520-5436 or cgemerek@oceancitymd.gov.

Sinepuxent Ave. to become bike-friendly route in resort By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) Riding a bicycle the entire length of Ocean City may still not be entirely safe, but at least it’s getting safer. As part of the city’s effort to create a bike path that avoids Coastal Highway and Baltimore Avenue, the council’s Transportation Committee on Tuesday endorsed plans to re-configure Sinepuxent Avenue for added bicycle-friendliness. “What I would propose is that we use the same layout we use on St. Louis Avenue,” said City Engineer Terry McGean. This would entail putting bicycle lane marks in the excess space between the vehicle travel and the street parking lanes. Sinepuxent is a 60-foot right-of-way and has ample room. It would also involve, McGean suggested, removing the cross-street stop signs on Sinepuxent that aren’t aligned with lighted intersections on Coastal Highway. Many bicycles and cars already run the signs at those streets where cross-traffic is rare. “Right now, on Sinepuxent, you’re stopped at every numbered street ... we did that originally to slow down traffic and prevent Sinepuxent from becoming ‘Coastal Highway West,’” McGean said. “But if we’re going to encourage bike traffic, I’d like to take out some of the stops. It’s a more reasonable pattern.” For the past several months, the city has been working to develop a way for bicyclists to get from the Delaware line down to the inlet without entering a major lane of traffic, using side streets, alleys and open lots. Sinepuxent is an ideal northsouth alternative to Coastal Highway above 130th Street, just as St. Louis is below 17th. Below Sinepuxent, cyclists can also use Jamaica Avenue by pedaling

through the open area behind the shopping center at 130th Street and accessing the avenue at the curb cut adjacent to the city Parks Division garage. Jamaica Avenue stretches from there down to 123rd Street. In order to create a bike lane on Jamaica, which is comparatively narrow, the west-side street parking would need to be removed. This is considered to be less palatable given the heavy parking load during events at Northside Park. “The [lane removal] is probably the better option, but it’s an issue of practicality when people suddenly say, ‘where’d the parking go?’” Mayor Rick Meehan said. McGean proposed that “share the road” signs be installed on Jamaica Avenue as a compromise measure. Efforts are also continuing to establish a bike trail through the midtown areas of the city, but this will undoubtedly be a much longer-term project given the number of easements and right-of-way agreements that will be needed for a bike path to be marked over private property. Letters of interest and sample easement agreements are slated to be sent out to a number of properties in the coming weeks. The city is also willing to make modifications to private parking lots and driveways, at the city’s expense, if owners are interested in allowing a bicycle path to run over their property. A mock-up design has already been done for one such property, the Econo Lodge on 29th Street, which is the only property on Baltimore Avenue north of the Boardwalk that does not have a north-south traffic passage. “If we do get the route clear at that location, we need to let the international students know and get them off Baltimore Avenue. That’s the most dangerous situation out there,” Council Secretary Mary Knight said.

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Ocean City to oppose offshore seismic testing Process used to identify oil or gas deposits can be harmful, fatal to marine life

By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) If you think your upstairs neighbor’s constant thumping is bad, imagine how the fish are going to feel. Ocean City may be passing a resolution next week opposing federal plans to permit the use of underwater sound cannons to test for oil and gas deposits below the ocean floor off of the resort’s beach. The Assateague Coastal Trust is trying to rally support for the resolution, to be presented to the city council at this coming Monday’s session. “I think we would likely send a letter to our congressional delegation and to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management,” said City Engineer Terry McGean. “It’s the council’s decision, but my personal recommendation was that the potential benefit of any jobs created from offshore oil and gas exploration is probably pretty far outweighed by the risk to an industry we already have, which is fishing.” Maryland is not technically included yet in federal plans to permit offshore drilling, and couldn’t be for

another five years — but it’s close. Energy leases for waters further south are included in the upcoming federal fiveyear ocean management plan, although Maryland itself is not. “At the beginning of this year, they released a plan for 2017 through 2022, and in that plan they include an area from the Maryland-Virginia border down to the Florida-Georgia line where they propose oil and gas leases offshore,” said Matt Heim with the Assateague Coastal Trust. But in anticipation of those leases, and the possibility of northern waters being opened in the five-year cycle after that, the BOEM has begun to authorize seismic testing permits for companies to map where exactly oil and gas deposits are, up and down the East Coast. “The information the companies gather is proprietary, so it’s a product they can sell,” Heim said. “They’re interested in knowing where the oil is, so they can sell that information to oil companies, who will buy it on speculation regardless of whether they’re actually allowed to drill or not in the next several years.” The seismic exploration is done using air-powered sound cannons, which are fired underwater via large ships. Reverberations are then analyzed to map the geological features below the ocean’s floor.

The issue with this process is that the sound blasts scare away almost all forms of marine life, interrupting mating, feeding, and migration patterns. The blasts may even deafen certain species, including marine mammals such as dolphins and whales, and vibrations may also dislodge oyster spat, crab spawn and other valuable fish. In the spring of 2014, the BOEM issued its final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (PEIS) regarding geological surveying of the Atlantic sea floor. Among other issues, this report detailed the expected level of wildlife “take” for various seismic activities. “Take” is defined as “a range of effects from behavioral disturbance to mortality,” essentially meaning how many animals will be seriously bothered or outright killed by the testing. For instance, the PEIS notes that an estimated take of 138,500 marine mammals for full-scale seismic testing, although this does not factor in any of the mitigation efforts that BOEM recommended be enacted if permits are to be issued. Still, this is not necessarily an endorsement of offshore seismic testing, despite the fact that federal agencies have allowed the permitting process to continue, much to the chagrin of environmental advocates. “It’s kind of a scary reality of how

they manage the marine populations,” said Caroline Wood, Mid-Atlantic Organizer for Climate and Energy with Oceana. “Even for the states that are in the next five-year plan, the drills would not go in the water until 2021. It’s years and years until we would need this, and the fact that they’re pushing the testing through now is mind-boggling.” So far, three companies have applied for four permits for such testing, with each authorization having to go through several agencies. The city’s understanding, McGean said, is that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is the longest permitting process, and likely won’t be cleared until next year. NOAA must issue what is known as an Incidental Take Authorization, which is where the question of seismic impact on marine life will be most crucial. Although the PEIS addressed seismic testing for a number of applications, including construction surveys for offshore wind turbines, the type of surveys being done for oil and gas are noted as particularly adverse. “When you’re doing it to site wind turbines or to look for shipwrecks, you’re doing it at a much less intense level, and you already know roughly where you’re looking,” Heim said. “For See RESORT Page 14

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City extends free event contracts through ‘17 Offerings to be expanded without breaking $300K tourism board budget

By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) While the city may have addressed the immediate of issue of whether or not it wants to continue its current lineup of freefor-visitors events, the bigger question of funding is still out there. This week, the city’s Tourism Commission endorsed an extension to the town’s contract with Special Event/T.E.A.M. Productions, the local event company that organizes the series of summertime firework and laser shows, as well as OCtoberfest and OC Sandfest. The events were contracted by the

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Police launch new website to address recruitment issues City still moving forward with long-term study of OCPD seasonal staffing

By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) All you need is a few good men and women and a decent website. In that vein, Ocean City government launched a new web page this week, www.joinocpd.com, as a recruitment tool for the Ocean City Police Department to improve the number and quality of seasonal officers and support staff. At the same time, the city is proceeding with an outside study of the OCPD’s personnel needs, to address long-term issues with the summertime and year-round force. For 2015 summer, the department found itself fielding fewer than 70 seasonal officers, as opposed to the standard complement of at least 100. The city hopes to remedy the situation, in part, with a more active recruiting campaign similar to that undertaken last year to attract more summer bus drivers. “It’s been talked about for the past year now, particularly in the last six months, about how we can improve our recruitment for seasonal employees not only generally, but specifically in transportation and the police ... certain departments where we really rely on these seasonal employees,” said city Communications Manager Jessica Waters, who was involved with the website’s design. The new page is independent of the city’s general government website, as opposed to recruitment materials that were previously found as a sub-page of the OCPD’s page on the main site. The new page also features job descriptions and recruitment information in an organized, easy-to-use menu, as opposed to the wall of text that it was previously. “It’s a matter of knowing who you’re targeting and how you brand yourself,” Waters said. “One of the things the police saw from candidates was that the info was getting lost on the website.” A better web page, however, will only address part of the OCPD’s recruitment problem. Not only is there a lack of applicants generally, but also a lack of qualified applicants. Earlier this year, OCPD Chief Ross Buzzuro had noted that the failure rate during the testing period for new recruits was 79 percent. The reason for this figure, Buzzuro said, is that the department has gradually reformed its hiring standards for summer officers to bring them in line with the full requireSee EFFORTS Page 18

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Efforts will address candidate failure rate Continued from Page 17 ments of the Maryland Police Service Training Commission. Ocean City is unique in having a carve-out in the state’s police legislation, which creates requirements for summer officers that are outside of MPSTC control, and which are thus immune to any state-mandated updates in training and qualification standards. The caveat to this is that Ocean City must hire at least 100 officers each year in order for the exemption to take effect.

This creates a tipping point, as tighter standards mean fewer applicants will succeed. If the OCPD wishes to update its standards for seasonal officers to the point where fewer than 100 officers qualify, it then must meet the full requirement of the MPSTC and cease to have a seasonal force — at least by the state’s definition — which thus tightens the requirements even further. Although the public does not see the difference, this past summer’s crop of seasonal recruits are actually

classified as “probationary” fulltime officers, as opposed to summer cops. To address the department’s future recruitment and training standards, former City Manager David Recor had put together a proposal for the International City Managers’ Association’s Center for Public Safety Management to conduct a study of the OCPD. This initiative was put on ice briefly before the summer began, and Recor abruptly departed his post this past July. However, the council has recently

picked the contract back up, according to Mayor and acting City Manager Rick Meehan. “We have an agreement with the ICMA-CPSM that’s actually on my desk to be signed right now,” Meehan said this week. “It will be a significant project. Their consultants will be coming down here to meet with us and observe the duties and responsibilities of the department, our crime statistics, our deployment patterns.” Total cost for the study is scheduled at $60,000.

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By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) Ending months of hearings and debate, the Worcester County Commissioners delivered the coup de grace to the Shoreline Commission Tuesday, transferring authority to an as-yet-unnamed staff member and funneling appeals to the Board of Zoning Appeals. This is the second vote this year to dismantle the board, composed of seven members each appointed by a county commissioner. In the earlier vote, the commissioners voted to transfer appeal authority to the Board of Zoning Appeals, but the vote to end the commission failed, 4-3. After that, the board voted to undo its previous action. Later, Commissioner Chip Bertino, who voted in favor of keeping the board but then found that 72 percent of cases heard by the commission came from his district, invoked his right as a member of the affirming majority to revisit the issue. Docks, piers, riprap, replacement bulkheads and soft shorelines all fall under the commissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s jurisdiction.

Under the former structure, a neighbor believing a project under the Shoreline Commissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s jurisdiction would negatively affect his or her property could request a hearing. Neighbors would also be alerted by mail if a major project were intended in their area. Under the proposed legislation, amended by Bertino during the first go-round and approved by the rest of the county commissioners, these processes would remain largely intact. Knowing the vote would again be close, the commissioners chose to delay the issue for one month as absences of Commissioners Merrill Lockfaw and Commissioner Ted Elder would end any vote in a tie. â&#x20AC;&#x153;No other county in the state,â&#x20AC;? Environmental Services Director Bob Mitchell said, performs the functions in the way Worcester County does. Mitchell said most of the other counties in Maryland perform the functions of the Shoreline Commission as part of the normal permitting process. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The question,â&#x20AC;? Mitchell said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;is a philosophical one: is this where we want to be?â&#x20AC;? Commissioners Bertino, Elder, Jim Bunting and Joe Mitrecic voted to abolish the commission. Commissioners Lockfaw, Bud Church and Diana Purnell voted against.

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the third would be an outdoor sports complex for youth/amateur leagues and tournaments. If one or more of these three components are found to be viable, then phase II of the study triggers, which would investigate the economic and fiscal impacts of the viable portions. DBED and the MSA would pay for phase II. The total cost for phase I is $47,600. Of that, $15,000 is coming from Worcester County, Hat Trick has said it will contribute $5,000, DBED’s share is $15,700 and the Maryland Stadium Authority will contribute $11,900. “Do we have anything in writing [about their contribution] from Hat Trick?” Commissioner Chip Bertino asked Mears. “No,” was her reply. With the DBED contingency and Hat Trick’s contribution still not on the ledger, Mears proposed collecting the funds first, resulting in the contingency approach, though it was not without its critics. “I’m concerned with the state’s reaction to the conditional approval,” Commissioner Bud Church said. On a question from Commissioner President Jim Bunting, County Attorney Sonny Bloxom confirmed if the money from either DBED or Hat Trick fails to materialize, the county would be able to walk away from the deal. Commissioner Merrill Lockfaw, who represents the Pocomoke area, wanted assurances that all appropriate areas of the county will be considered as a possible site for the stadium. Lockfaw has said he would like to see the stadium located outside of the north end of the county. Commissioner Joe Mitrecic said he thought the stadium would be good for future tourism, and an important asset to the county. Bertino was the lone dissenting vote. In an earlier presentation, Hat Trick Consultants President Mike Barack said projected revenue and expenses based on a $40 million stadium at 3.5 percent interest amortized over 20 years forecasts would be about $312,000 in net revenue annually. See STUDY Page 22

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OC Commander Hotel renovations outlined Allowances from resort necessary to complete ‘ambitious’ redevelopment

By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) Although plans are still in their infancy, the Commander Hotel on 14th Street will likely be seeking a number of allowances from the city in order to proceed with an ambitious renovation project. The hotel’s attorney, Hugh Cropper, and architect Jeff Schoellkopf appeared before the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission this week for an informal presentation prior to finalizing plans. “We’re going to have to go through a lot of steps, but we’d appreciate your blessing,” Cropper told

the commission. In essence, the planned renovations would add back a number of traditional architectural features that hearken back to the original Commander, which was built in 1930. In the 1990s, however, a series of reconstruction projects resulted in the current hotel, parts of which have a “concrete box” appearance that the owners would like to get rid of, Cropper said. “In the early 90s, when this happened, it was virtually impossible to finance these projects, and so the features were value-engineered out,” Cropper said. “We have old plans and submissions that are much more inkeeping with traditional coastal architecture, but these never came to fruition. It got sanitized for financial reasons.” The renovations will have some

modern touches, however — particularly the use of “green roofs,” the now-popular practice of putting grasses, shrubs and trees atop roofs. Renovation plans consist of three major elements, Schoellkopf said. An alley actually bisects the Commander property, which consists of two separate buildings on either side of the alley that runs north-south, connecting 14th and 15th Streets between Baltimore Avenue and the Boardwalk. The idea would be to build a roof over the alley, in the style of a traditional porte cochere. This structure would feature plantings on top, so that guess on the hotels upper stories would be able to look down on greenery, instead of an alley full of cars. The porte cochere would also provide a clear entryway to the hotel, which will also undergo extensive

lobby renovations. “Right now, there is no clear entrance area ... people just stop and the end of 14th Street to unload and it jams up,” Cropper said. “This would look similar to some of the nicer hotels in town where you pull under a See DESIGN Page 24

Study will verify $300K revenue estimate for venue Continued from Page 20 Using revenue sources such as merchandizing, club seats and suites, naming rights and rent, Barack projected $7.5 million in gross revenue offset by $3 million in operating expenses and $1.3 million in staff. Debt service is estimated at $2.8 million, leaving about $300,000. The MSA approved the project for study during its Aug. 4 meeting, which was then sent on to a state legislature committee for approval on a 30-day timeline. Even though it appeared some state officials were unaware of it – a request for information on Sept. 1 produced a “there’s nothing yet” response, the committee approved the study on Aug. 24.

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Design shortfalls to be remedied Continued from Page 22 roof and there’s a valet.” Further, Schoellkopf plans to design a facade renovation for the ground floor on the south side of the hotel, facing 14th Street. This will involve extensive landscaping and large guest porches, similar to those that were common in Ocean City decades ago. “This is bringing the lower level of the building into a more pedestrianfriendly configuration and a stylistic match to the floors above,” Schoellkopf said. Finally, the Boardwalk face of the hotel will be rebuilt. This will involve moving the existing deck toward the boards to eliminate the unusual gap created by the 1990s construction. The new deck will feature plantings on top, creating a small elevated park, as well as stores below.

“The old hotel that was demolished was actually built out onto city property,” Cropper said. “The old wall that held up the porches is still there, capped in concrete.” The configuration, as passersby tend to notice, is rather unusual — with a considerable gap between the stump of the wall and the bottom of the deck, through which the underground parking area can be seen. The area behind the gap typically fills with trash and vagrant teenagers during summer. “Now, you’re going to see glass doors with columns, a green roof with trees growing on top of the facade and a pedestrian-friendly area,” Cropper said. The plans will require at least two exemptions from the city. Firstly, reducing the setback of the deck will require a variance from the city’s Board

of Zoning Appeals. Further, roofing over the alley, which is a public rightof-way, will require direct dispensation from the Mayor and City Council. Although the city’s normal setback along the Boardwalk is 32 feet for properties above Third Street, many areas are grandfathered in to have less, city Zoning Administrator R. Blaine Smith noted. The city has also granted zoning overlay districts to large projects, which severely reduce the requirement. The Holiday Inn on 17th Street has only four feet of setback for its ground-floor stores, in exchange for the hotel tower being pushed back 60 to 70 feet from the boards, Smith noted. “Our first big step will be to go to the BZA and prove hardship or difficulty on the setback,” Cropper said.

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Code tightening in response to July 4 Boater’s Aid farce Rules intend to equate water, land-based festivals

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) Worcester County officials are seeking to add 17 words to the county’s public safety code to ensure that confusion involving events like this summer’s canceled ‘Boater’s Aid’ festival doesn’t happen again. The festival, which had been scheduled for July 4, was to take place in the Isle of Wight Bay and caused controversy when organizer Allen Barzak was reported to have state approval from the Maryland Department of the Environment, but ran afoul of local ordinances when county officials maintained he did not have the proper clearances to hold the event. The festival, which was said to be a fundraiser for St. Jude’s hospital and would feature performers such as the Guess Who, Heart by Heart and Jo Dee Messina, did not take place. The subsection of the public safety article to be amended provides an exemption for permits for fundraising activities by church, civic or charitable organizations within the county. The new language will make those same organizations pursue a special exception through the Board of Zoning Appeals. This change would bring the process in line with what is required of land-based musical festivals, Director of Development Review and Permitting Ed Tudor said. The new text, to be discussed during a public hearing on the matter scheduled for Oct. 20, reads: “but shall apply for activities to be conducted on waters owned or managed by a public entity.” “We have provisions with regards to music festivals. The law does not apply on water,” Tudor said. “I’m not advocating for a position but to simply apply the same criteria for on water and on land.”

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Fiddler’s Convention picks, plucks again this weekend Such Fools, winners of last year’s band competition, kicks off event Fri. in Berlin

By Josh Davis Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) The Berlin Fiddler’s Convention returns to Main Street this weekend for three days of free live entertainment as well as youth and adult musical competitions. Such Fools, a local act and winners of last year’s full-band competition, will open the 23rd annual festival with a set on Friday at 7 p.m. at the north end of Main Street. Headliner Bob Perilla’s Big Hillbilly Bluegrass will follow at approximately 8:15. On Saturday, the competition portion of Fiddler’s will move to the south end of Main Street. Running from noon to 5 p.m., the competition will feature adult and children’s categories for the fiddle, mandolin, guitar, banjo and full band. Signup will remain open until the day of the event and awards will be presented at the conclusion of the competition. New this year to the convention this year will be nearly a dozen art

vendors working together as “companies,” according to Chamber of Commerce Administrative Assistant Morgan Coulson, one of the event’s organizers. “We’re including vendors who sell items such as artwork made out of recycled CDs and vinyl albums, and guitars made out of cigar boxes – musically themed work that we thought would mesh well with the festival,” she said. The chamber will raffle off two instruments during the event: a beginner fiddle donated by Beach Music, and a mandolin donated by Eastman Strings. Tickets are $5 each, three for $10, or 10 for $20. A Gospel Bluegrass Jam will close the weekend on the lawn of the Calvin B. Taylor House Museum on Main Street from noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday. Coulson said the three-day festival has earned its reputation as a signature event for both the town and the chamber. “We are constantly trying to improve our events and we believe our music festival is going to be better than ever,” Coulson continued. “In short, we want people to drink, eat, dance, forget about their worries and have a good time with great music.”

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Police urge extra caution on roads during bike week

(Sept. 18, 2015) Thousands of motorcyclists are visiting the Ocean City area for the annual OC BikeFest Motorcycle Rally, which began Thursday. The Ocean City Police Department reminds motorists and motorcyclists to share the road and be alert to keep motorcyclists safe. “It is up to all motorists and motorcyclists to make our roads safer,” Chief Ross Buzzuro said. “Drivers should perform visual checks for motorcyclists by checking mirrors and blind spots before they enter or exit a lane of traffic. Pedestrians should also get into the habit of scanning for motorcyclists who might be hidden by other traffic.” According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcyclists are much more vulnerable than a passenger vehicle in the event of a crash. Motorcyclists should remain aware of other drivers, never ride impaired or distracted, and always wear a helmet and other protective gear.

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Motorcyclists ride down Coastal Highway on Wednesday, with many bikers arriving early this week to enjoy the weather prior to the official start of OC BikeFest and other events which kicked off Thursday.

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three or four seconds – when behind a motorcycle so the motorcyclist has enough time to maneuver or stop in an emergency. In addition, motorcyclists should follow these tips to remain safe: -Avoid riding in poor weather conditions. -Wear brightly colored protective gear and a DOT-compliant helmet. -Combine hand signals and turn signals to draw more attention.

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Indecent exposure Ed Hughes, 29, of Delray Beach, Fla. was arrested on Sept. 12 for disorderly conduct and indecent exposure. Ocean City police went to a domestic dispute and found Hughes completely unclothed, the report stated. Police said the naked Hughes began yelling profanities and climbed on top of the roof, thereby exposing himself to the public.

Multiple charges Ocean City police officers arrested Gregory Burley, 20, of Bowie, Md. for breaking into a liquor store, causing substantial damage to the building and fleeing from the scene on Sept. 11. After arrival at the scene of a suspected burglary uptown, police said they saw Burley inside but that he quickly ran away. A subsequent search for the suspect found Burley in a nearby parking lot. Burley is charged with two counts of breaking and entering, theft of less than $1,000, two counts of malicious destruction of $1,000 and making false statements to a police officer.

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Hit and run Ocean City police officers arrested Michael Tirone, 22, of Budd Lake, N.J. after he hit a motorcycle last Wednesday night in the parking lot of a bar and reportedly left the scene. Shortly thereafter, police stopped a car they saw speeding on Coastal Highway with no headlights and found Tirone behind the wheel. Field sobriety tests were administered and Tirone was arrested for driving while under the influence and a hit and run.

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Andrew Koehler, 26, of Millersville, Pa. was arrested on Sept. 7 for driving while under the influence after he crashed his car on 15th Street and Baltimore Avenue. Police said the vehicle had gone through the intersection, failed to turn left in the northbound lanes, collided with a sign, knocked down a lamp post and wedged itself next to a city sign on the sidewalk. Koehler was charged with failure to control speed to avoid a collision, negligent driving and four additional infractions.

Abraham Hovsepian, 24, of Fairfax, Va. was arrested on Sunday for hindering the passage of others in a public place and disorderly intoxication. Police said Hovsepian forced two vehicles to stop downtown after he stumbled into the road. Police attempted to help him find his way home, but concluded he was a danger to others after he could not find where he was staying. After a search, police allegedly located cocaine and metal knuckles in the suspectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pockets.

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Ocean City police officers arrested Edward Lewis Jr. 50, of Lothian, Md. for fourth degree burglary, possession of a controlled dangerous substance and intoxication to the point of endangering others on Sept. 13. After receiving a complaint that Lewis was trying to break into a property, police went to the scene and found Lewis leaning against the door and jostling the handle.

Ocean City police officers arrested Theodore Vactor, 50, of Wheaton, Md. for backing a car into a tractor-trailer and leaving the scene of an accident on Sept. 7. Following up on the reported accident, police encountered Vactor in a parking lot, where he allegedly admitted consuming 30 alcoholic beverages be-

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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 30 ficiated. Interment followed at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Dagsboro, Del. A donation in her memory may be made to the Ocean Pines Fire Department, 911 Ocean Pkwy, Berlin, Md. 28111; Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, Md. 21804, or Alzheimer’s Association, 1850 York Rd. Suite D, Timonium, Md. 21093. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. JESSE A. BARREIRO Selbyville Jesse A. Barreiro, 55 of Selbyville, Del. passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015 at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin. He was born on July 12, 1960 in the Bronx, N.Y., the son of the late Jesus and Gladys (Correa) Barreiro. Jesse had previously worked at the Flyin’ Fish Saloon in West Ocean City as a cook. He also enjoyed fishing. He is survived by a sister, Carol Holland and her husband, Robert, of Berlin; a brother, David Barreiro and his wife, Patricia, of Babylon Village, N.Y.; five nephews, Joey Lessman and his wife, Renee, Robert Holland, David Barreiro, Ryan Barreiro and Christopher Barreiro; grandnieces, Gianna, Lily and Isabella; a special uncle, Larry Serrano, and a special aunt, Marisa Barreiro, and numerous other cousins. A celebration of life will be at a later date. Arrangements are by Melson Funeral Services. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

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JOHN GORDON DEGROOT Willards John Gordon DeGroot, age 84, passed away on Monday, Aug. 31, 2015 at Chesapeake Manor in Willards. Born in Patterson, N.J., he was the son of the late William Iozzia and Marian DeGroot. He is survived by his children, Wayne DeGroot and his wife, Gaby, of Germany; Adrienne Leyden of John DeGroot Ocean City; Michael DeGroot and his wife, Elaine, of Minnesota; Linda Tarbox and her husband, Nick, of Washington State and William “Bill” DeGroot and his wife, Jess, of Berlin; stepdaughter, Debbie Kropp and her husband, Richard, of New York; step-son, Michael Spoto and his wife, Laura, of New York; step-daughter, Kathi Welenby and her husband, Stephen, of New Jersey and step-daughter, Stephanie Spoto, of New York. There are 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Mr. DeGroot had served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He then worked as a New Jersey State Trooper. Later he became a long haul trucker, and worked for the Teamsters Union. He enjoyed golf and was an avid NY Mets fan. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015 at 11 a.m. at St. Charles Cemetery, Gardiner, N.Y. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. CURTIS JAMES ADKINS Berlin Curtis James Adkins, age 29, died on Monday, Aug. 31, 2015 at his home. Born in Salisbury, he was the son of Frank James Adkins of Snow Hill, and Jennifer Hall Adkins of Berlin. He is also survived by his sister, Casie Adkins, of Port Charlotte, Fla. and her husband, Jeff Templeton, of Berlin; stepmother, Gail Adkins of Snow Hill; step-brother, Paul Hignutt of Nashville, Tenn.; paternal grandparents, James and Betty Adkins, of Laurel, Del. and maternal grandparents, Cur-

tis and Dorothy Hall, of Hertford, N.C. Curtis was a graduate of Snow Hill High School, Class of 2003, and had been employed by Fager’s Island for several years. Later he worked for Sport Zone in Frederick, Md. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, Sept. 13, at 3 p.m. at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Friends may call one hour prior to the service. The paternal parent will have a private service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation in his memory may be made to the Curtis J. Adkins Memorial Fund, C/O Bank of Ocean City, 627 William Street, Berlin, Md. 21811. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. JOHN HRESHKO, JR. Ocean Pines John Hreshko, Jr., age 52, passed away on Friday, Sept. 4, 2015. Born in Red Bank N.J., he was son of beloved parents, John and Donna Hreshko of Continued on Page 34

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Continued from Page 33 Ocean Pines. Also surviving is adored daughter, Rachel Hreshko, of Ocean City; sister, Dana Ward and her husband, Nelson, of Pittsville; niece, Kelsie Ward, of Willards; nephews, Jon and Blaine Ward, of Pittsville; greatnephew, Jackson Ward and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. John was a free spirit John Hreshko, Jr. who treated everyone like family. A “big teddy bear” with a heart of gold. He was always the “life of the party” and could always make everyone laugh. He was an amazing self-taught guitarist and playing guitar was his true passion. He loved motorcycles, fast cars and was a true animal lover. He will be dearly missed by his dogs, Scrappy and Daisy, but most of all by his family and friends who have lost “one of a kind.” A memorial service will be held at a later date and will be private for the family. A donation may be made in his memory to the Worcester County Humane Society, P.O. Box 48, Berlin, Md. 21811. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. LARRY VINCENT WIDGEON Berlin Larry Vincent Widgeon, age 74, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2015 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Native of Berlin, Md., he was the son of the late John Vincent and Hilda Mae (Pusey) Widgeon.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Judi, of 52 years and his sisters, Anita Kay Dennis and Joyce Widgeon. Larry is survived by his children, Melissa A. Widgeon of Berlin, Mark A. Larry Widgeon Widgeon and his wife, Belle, of Ocean Pines and L. Shawn Widgeon of Willards. He was an adored grandfather to Amanda, Jake, Jarrett, Joey and Katelyn. Larry is survived by three brothers, David, John Gilbert, Robert and their wives, as well as numerous nieces and nephews and a host of longtime friends. He was a master carpenter, owner of Widgeon Builders and specialized in historical renovations in his community. Larry enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1958 and was stationed in Newfoundland. When he came home he married the love of his life. He was a charter member of Berlin Lion’s Club and Friendship United Methodist Church. He enjoyed watching NASCAR, westerns and fishing with his grandchildren and spending time with friends and family down to the river house. Larry will be greatly missed. A joint graveside service will be held for both Larry and Judi at Evergreen Cemetery in Berlin on Monday, Sept. 21, 2015 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Coastal Hospice P.O. Box 1733 Salisbury, Md. 21802 or Worcester County Humane Society, P.O. Box 48, Berlin, Md. 21811. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.hastingsfuneralhome.net.

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By Joseph E. Moore, Esq. Contributing Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) On April 30, 1945, William Joyce was very drunk. Not only was that a problem, but to add to the situation, he had decided to take to the airways, and proclaim his distress. His voice was heard by hundreds of thousands of people who had tuned in to listen, because he was the infamous Nazi broadcaster, “Lord Haw-Haw.” However, even in this last, very inebriated speech, his Irish heritage betrayed him, due to the Galway inflection of his speech. “My work has been in vain. No measures will shatter Germany. Germany will live because the German people have in them the secret of life!” What Joyce did not realize was that, on that very day, Adolph Hitler had committed suicide, and Nazi Germany had less than two weeks before it would surrender, ending the European Theater of War in World War II. Joyce in England Joyce was Irish by blood, American by birth (he was born in Brooklyn, N.Y.) and held a British passport. He had moved with his English mother and Irish-American father to Galway, Ireland, in 1915. He later went to England, where he attended King’s College School for a brief time. Ironically, he also joined the Officer Training School at Birkbeck College of the University of London, and obtained a First Class Honors’ degree. However, at this time he also developed an interest in Fascism. His Nazi leanings were formulated when he had joined, in the mid-1930s, the British Fascist Party formed by Sir Oswald Mosley. He swiftly became a powerful speaker for the cause and was described by English journalist Cecil Rogers as, “... intense ... electrifying ... terrifying in his dynamic force ... so vitriolic ... so vitupera-

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Joyce last man in Britain to hang for treason Continued from Page 37 threat from the Soviet Union. His duties also included disseminating propaganda to British prisoners-of-war and he sought to enlist them into the “British Free Corps,” a branch of the Waffen SS – a wholly unsuccessful effort. He also was the author of a book, “Twilight Over England,” which compared Socialist Germany to his idea of the evils of a “Jewish-dominated capitalist England.” As the war began to turn inexorably against Germany, Joyce began to drink heavily and his marriage went on the rocks.

The End As previously stated, his last, rambling and nearly incoherent, broadcast was on April 30, 1945, during the Battle for Berlin. Prior to the broadcast, Joyce and the other broadcasting staff had raided the cellars of the Reichsrundfunk and had consumed everything alcoholic they could get their hands on. Rambling on, he chastised the British for carrying out the war beyond the “mere containment” of Germany and repeatedly warned of the Soviet menace. Not knowing the fate of the Führer, he signed off with a defiant, “Heil Hitler, and farewell!”

On May 28, 1945, Joyce was spotted by British intelligence officers, as he sat, disheveled, after gathering firewood at Flensburg, near the German-Danish border. They engaged him in a conversation and his instantly recognized voice betrayed him. As he reached for a false ID in an attempt to prove he was not Joyce, he was shot in the buttocks by the British troops, who thought he was reaching for a gun. He was taken by Jeep to a border military post and turned over to British Military Police and later sent to London to be tried on charges of high treason. The Trial Shortly after his arrival in London, on June 16, 1945, after his recuperation in a Luxemburg hospital, a dilemma ensued. He was, after all, born in the United States, raised in Ireland and then obtained a naturalized citizenship in Germany. However, because he had obtained a British passport, which he had renewed just before leaving Britain in 1939, and which was valid until July 2, 1940, which was after he began his broadcast career in Germany, he was susceptible to the charge of treason under the Treason Act of 1945. Because his British passport afforded

him the protection of the Crown, Joyce therefore owed allegiance to Great Britain as well. The trial took place on Sept. 17, 1945, and lasted only three days. He had been charged with three counts of treason. After the evidence, the judge instructed the jury to find him not guilty on two of the counts related to charges of activity after the expiration of the passport. But the jury found him guilty of the remaining count and he was sentenced to death by hanging – the mandatory sentence for treason. This brought forth widespread unease, since he had not been responsible for one death and the harsh sentence, it was felt, should be reserved for the much more culpable Nazi war criminals. His attorneys filed an appeal on Sept. 27, 1945, which was thereafter heard and denied on Nov. 7, 1945. Due to the important question of law in the matter, the attorney general agreed that the case should be heard before the House of Lords, England’s highest tribunal. A panel of lords dismissed the appeal by a vote of three to one, on Dec. 18, 1945. Joyce was hanged at Wandsworth Prison on Jan. 3, 1946, unrepentant to the end, stating, “In death as in life, I defy the Jews who caused this last

war and I defy the powers of darkness which they represent.” Joyce was the last person in British history to be hanged for treason. He was unceremoniously buried on prison grounds, but on Aug. 18, 1976, his body was exhumed and reinterred in the New Cemetery in Bohermore, County Galway, Ireland, where he lies today. Further reading: 1. The Trial of William Joyce; C.E. Bechhofer Roberts [Old Bailey Trial Series] London 1946 2. The Meaning of Treason; Dame Rebecca West (Macmillan, London) 1949 3. Lord Haw-Haw and William Joyce; William Cole (Faber and Faber, London) 1964 4. Hitler’s Englishman; Francis Selwyn (Routledge and Kegan Paul LTD, London) 1987 5. Germany Calling - A Personal Biography of William Joyce; Mary Kenny (New Island Books, Dublin) 2003 6. Haw-Haw: the Tragedy of William and Margaret Joyce; Nigel Farndale (Macmillan, London) NEXT WEEK: JOHN BIRCH Mr. Moore is a principal in the firm of WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON, LLP, in Ocean City.

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) The resort community came together on Tuesday night to congratulate, listen to music and enjoy food and drinks during the seventh annual Ocean City Chamber Awards Celebration at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street. “It was overwhelming to hear the history and personal relationships all of these winners have [with other community members],” said Melanie Pursel, executive director of the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce. “The warm remarks about each winner and intimate night made it special for our community.” Members of the Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce recognized six local names for their achievements this year. They were Volunteer of the Year Jeff McArthur, of the OC Seasonal Workforce Committee; Young Professional of the Year Matt James, of the Carousel Hotel Group; Non-Profit of the Year Ocean City Development Corporation (OCDC); Citizen of the Year Al “Hondo” Handy, of The Town of Ocean City; Business Person of The Year Steve Green, of The Dispatch; and OC Chamber Lifetime Achievement Award winner Dr. Leonard Berger, of the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau. “Volunteerism is truly heartwarming [in Ocean City],” Pursel said. McArthur was recognized as a “thoughtful and generous person” by his peers on Tuesday night and has opened his Ocean City home to a number of international students. In addition, he started his career by helping combat poverty in North Carolina, was instrumental in planning and implementing the Supplemental Security Income Program for the Aged, Blind and Disabled while on the Board of Directors of the North Carolina Manpower Development Corporation and in 2002 he retired from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Currently, McArthur is on the Board of Directors of the Ocean City Chapter of AARP and an active member of the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce Seasonal Workforce Committee. “It’s quite an honor and I have enjoyed the recognition,” McArthur said after accepting his award on Tuesday night. “Ocean City takes pride in being the best and the reason is because of all the volunteers we have [in this town].” McArthur explained to the packed room how volunteering makes him happy and he enjoys working with hardworking students.

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Mayor Rick Meehan hands Young Professional of the Year winner Matt James his key to the city on Tuesday night during the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce Awards Celebration at the Clarion Fontainebleau hotel on 101st Street.

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Citizen of the Year award winner Al “Hondo” Handy, left, and Atlantic General Hospital President & CEO Michael Franklin pose for a picture during the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce Awards Celebration at the Clarion Fontainebleau hotel Tuesday night.

“These bright students, many who have two or three jobs, have expanded my world view,” McArthur said. “If my efforts somehow help to improve international relations or help to bring world peace — my work is worthwhile.”

James thanked the crowd after receiving his Young Professional of the Year award. Pursel listed “growing as an individual personally and professionally” and being under 40 years old as criteria. See HANDY Page 40

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) A career in real estate can be financially rewarding as well as provide an opportunity to set your own schedule/hours. And while real estate does not require a college education, it does require licensees to complete strict continuing education requirements every two years. In Maryland, to qualify for a real estate salesperson license, an applicant shall meet the following requirements: • An applicant shall be of good character and reputation. • An applicant shall be at least 18 years old. • An applicant shall have completed successfully a basic course in real estate approved by the Real Estate Commission offering 60 clock hours of instruction. Further requirements in order to obtain a real estate license include passing an examination given by the Commission, as well as obtaining a commitment of affiliation from a licensed real estate broker. The commission further states that any applicant shall meet any other requirement that the Commission establishes to ensure that only individuals who are professionally competent and of good character and reputation are licensed. As of Oct. 1, all licensed real estate salespersons and associate brokers must complete the following 15 hours of continuing education every two years: • three hours in legislative • three hours in agency • three hours in ethics • one and a half hours in fair housing • four and a half hours of electives Additionally, there are some changes that go into effect Oct. 1 in an effort to simplify continuing education requirements. The new law mandates 15 hours of continuing education for every renewal by removing from the law an exception for licensees who have earned a graduate degree in real estate or law. See ADD’L Page 40

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Handy puts ‘spirit and soul’ into work with local youth Continued from Page 39 James grew up working in the hotel family business and currently manages Bonita Beach on 81st Street and Atlantic Oceanfront Inn on 45th Street where he is responsible for operations, financial performance, oversight and management of staff. In 2014, James made history when he was elected to the Ocean City Council, becoming the youngest member ever selected and receiving the most votes among seven candidates. James also serves on the Tourism Commission, the Beach Mediation Board, helps with other Carousel Group properties and volunteers with the Ocean City Fire Department. “He’s dedicated the last eight years responding to calls as an Ocean City firefighter and rescue swimmer,” said Elaine Brady, of the Bayside Gazette and Ocean City Today newspapers, sponsors of James’ award. “He has the respect of everyone of all ages.” The Ocean City Development Corporation received accolades for serving the community the past 15 years and were given the non-profit of the year award. Programs OCDC has implemented have made a tremendous impact on the resort area including the Façade Improvement Program, Public Art Program, two sets of design standards,

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land acquisition, employee housing management and special events. The non-profit has expanded its revitalization efforts to the entire Boardwalk in recent years and has partnered with multiple groups in the area to reach as many people as possible. “I was on the council when they formed,” Mayor Rick Meehan said. “They have done a job far beyond what we imagined.” Al “Hondo” Handy received his Citizen of the Year award after peers expressed he was the most “unselfish and caring individual they had ever had the pleasure of knowing.” Dedicating more than 35 years to the Ocean City community, Handy has touched the lives of thousands of children with more than 20 years on the alcohol and drug committee in addition to implementing Play It Safe, a program for recent high school graduates. He received the Citation Award by the Maryland Recreation and Parks Association, promotes sportsmanship through videos and brought national pilot programs to the resort. “I am still surprised,” Handy said. “As a young kid my mother made me understand commitment and I have enjoyed every minute of it [working for the Parks and Recreation Department in Ocean City].” Meehan’s voice broke as he said, “No disrespect to anyone, but I have never been this proud to give a key to the city than to Hondo. He puts spirit,

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Volunteer of the Year recipient Jeff McArthur is joined by his family after receiving a key to the city on Tuesday night during the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce Awards Celebration at the Clarion Fontainebleau hotel on 101st Street.

soul and everything into his job.” “People like you make our dreams come true,” Senator Jim Mathis added. Steve Green of the Dispatch newspaper began his Business Person of the Year speech with “nights like this are important for our community.” The editor and publisher went on to say media was in his blood, he has found his passion and inspiration and enjoys shining a light on positive stories. In addition to the newspaper, Green is a board member for the Atlantic General Hospital Foundation, gives a scholarship to a graduate at Worcester Prep who is pursuing journalism each spring and raised nearly $7,000 for high school scholarships last year. The night came to a close after the See BERGER Page 41

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Berger describes resort as ‘best city in America’ Continued from Page 40 newest OC Chamber Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Dr. Leonard Berger, accepted his award. “We do not give out this award every year,” Pursel said. “It’s only when someone comes up who we cannot deny deserves the award.” Berger went on to say how Ocean City is the “best city in America” and his time spent here have been the best years of his life. “Your support and love has helped me accomplish so much,” Berger said. “It’s remarkable the community spirit we have in Ocean City, which makes it a very special place.” In addition to being the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street, Berger has served as a board member or a sponsor of Believe in Tomorrow, the American Cancer Society, the Ocean City Beach Patrol, the United Cerebral Palsy Foundation, the Ocean City Bartenders Ball, the Ocean City Tourism Commission, the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce and many others. Berger was named 1997 Independent Hotelier of the Year by the Maryland Hotel and Motel Association before receiving the first annual “Spirit of Ocean City” award from the Ocean

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Members of the community join Glenn Irwin, executive director of the Ocean City Development Corporation, center, along with OCDC employees after the organization won Non-profit of the Year during the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce Awards Celebration at the Clarion Fontainebleau hotel on 101st Street Tuesday night.

City Chamber of Commerce the same year. He also won the Hal Glick humanitarian award. “He is an inspiration for all of us,” Mathias said. “He has fostered community support in Ocean City and Worcester County to enhance our quality of life.” The winners are chosen through a process that begins with any Ocean

City community member nominating a candidate. An application is filled out with the potential award winner’s accomplishments and a panel of eight randomly selected committee members including board members and past presidents review and vote. “This year, we had quite a bit of a selection with four or five people nomi-

nated for each award,” Pursel said. Past winners were recognized throughout the night and many wore flowers to highlight their achievements. “I couldn’t have been more proud to be in the room,” Pursel said. “We have an amazing community and our winners were impressive and a deserving group of individuals.”

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(Sept. 18, 2015) The Bel Air-based law firm Shaffer, McLauchlin & Stover, LLC has expanded its practice to the Eastern Shore and on Wednesday, Sept. 23, it will host a ribboncutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of its new office located at 9921 Stephen Decatur Highway, Suite C, in Berlin.

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 12801 OLD STAGE RD. BISHOPVILLE, MD 21813 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from David A. Ehatt and Cheryl Ehatt, dated May 17, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4727, folio 523 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on OCTOBER 5, 2015 AT 2:15 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $20,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the

Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2013-42850) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

410-828-4838 OCD-9/17/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 13500 HOLLY LA., UNIT #2, BLDG B OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from George Lane and Vicky Lane, dated May 4, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4928, folio 333 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on OCTOBER 5, 2015 AT 2:16 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and described as Unit No. 2, in Building B in Holly Point Condominium and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $26,000 at the

time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 6.1% 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

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PUBLIC NOTICES #2012-31125) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-9/17/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842

TRUSTEE'S SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE LIGHTHOUSE POINT VILLAS 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. 23-C-15-0979 the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the Lighthouse Point Villas Condominium building located at 14409 Lighthouse Avenue, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2015 AT 9:00 A.M. Units

Time Intervals

1 1 7 2 12

46 12 19 41 6

Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Lighthouse Point Villas Condominium, including an undivided interest in the common elements thereof, as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and ByLaws 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, 2016 maintenance fees 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-9/10/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842

TRUSTEE'S SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE OCEAN TIME 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. 23-C-15-0980, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the Ocean Time Condominium building located at 13 136th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2015 AT 9:15 A.M. Units

Time Intervals

203 403 102 405 302 204 506 506 401 502 202 106 205 102 503 503 505 206 301 102 104 505 304 401

8 51 2 17 10 18 49 18 5 38 4 44 2 50 12 39 16 47 50 11 44 19 39 3

Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Ocean Time Condominium as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and By-Laws recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and subsequent Time-Share Instrument and Amendments thereto 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, 2016 maintenance fee 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-9/10/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 10527 KEYSER POINT RD. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Dominic M. Randazzo and Paul Randazzo, Jr., dated February 26, 2009 and recorded in Liber 5224, folio 114 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on OCTOBER 5, 2015 AT 2:17 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $19,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the

Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2011-14159) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-9/17/3t _________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 2 DORCHESTER STREET, UNIT 304 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Paul W. Rutter, Jr. and Renette L. Rutter, dated July 3, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4962, Folio 379 among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, with an original principal balance of $910,000.00, and an original interest rate of 3.000%, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Substitute Trustees will

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PUBLIC NOTICES sell at public auction at the Courthouse door for the Circuit Court for Worcester County, on September 29, 2015 AT 3:33 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND and the improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property being sold is a condominium unit and all common elements appurtenant thereto. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting same, if any and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $94,000.00 by certified funds only (no cash will be accepted) is required at the time of auction. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. At the Substitute Trustees’ discretion, the foreclosure purchaser, if a corporation or LLC, must produce evidence, prior to bidding, of the legal formation of such entity. The purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note, its assigns, or designees, shall pay interest on the unpaid purchase money at the note rate from the date of foreclosure auction to the date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees. In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no abatement of interest. All due and/or unpaid private utility, water and facilities charges, or front foot benefit payments, are payable by the purchaser without adjustment. Real estate taxes and all other public charges, or assessments, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, or condo/HOA assessments, not otherwise divested by ratification of the sale, to be adjusted as of the date of foreclosure auction, unless the purchaser is the foreclosing lender or its designee. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses, and all other costs incident to settlement, 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. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. If the purchaser shall fail to comply with the terms of the sale or fails to go to settlement within ten (10) days of ratification of the sale, the Substitute Trustees may, in addition to any other available remedies, declare the entire deposit forfeited and resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser, and the purchaser agrees to pay reasonable attorneys’ fees for the Substitute Trustees, plus all costs incurred, if the Substitute Trustees have filed the appropriate motion with the Court to resell the property. Purchaser waives personal service of any paper filed in connection with such a motion on himself and/or any principal or corporate designee, and expressly agrees to accept service of any such paper by regular mail directed to the address provided by

said bidder at the time of foreclosure auction. In such event, the defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of resale, reasonable attorney’s fees, and all other charges due and incidental and consequential damages, and any deficiency in the underlying secured debt. The purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property. If the Substitute Trustees cannot convey insurable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be the return of the deposit. The sale is subject to post-sale confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of his deposit without interest. Edward S. Cohn, Stephen N. Goldberg, Richard E. Solomon, Richard J. Rogers, Randall J. Rolls, and David W. Simpson, Jr., Substitute Trustees Mid-Atlantic Auctioneers, LLC (410) 825-2900 www.mid-atlanticauctioneers.com OCD-9/10/3t _________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 1235 CEDAR HALL ROAD POCOMOKE, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from James Troy Durham, dated October 26, 2007 and recorded in Liber 5016, Folio 152 among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, with an original principal balance of $70,000.00, and an original interest rate of 6.500%, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Substitute Trustees will sell at public auction at the Courthouse door for the Circuit Court for Worcester County, on September 22, 2015 AT 3:36 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND and the improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD 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 and agreements of record affecting same, if any and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $9,000.00 by certified funds only (no cash will be accepted) is required at

the time of auction. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. At the Substitute Trustees’ discretion, the foreclosure purchaser, if a corporation or LLC, must produce evidence, prior to bidding, of the legal formation of such entity. The purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note, its assigns, or designees, shall pay interest on the unpaid purchase money at the note rate from the date of foreclosure auction to the date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees. In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no abatement of interest. All due and/or unpaid private utility, water and facilities charges, or front foot benefit payments, are payable by the purchaser without adjustment. Real estate taxes and all other public charges, or assessments, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, or condo/HOA assessments, not otherwise divested by ratification of the sale, to be adjusted as of the date of foreclosure auction, unless the purchaser is the foreclosing lender or its designee. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses, and all other costs incident to settlement, 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. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. If the purchaser shall fail to comply with the terms of the sale or fails to go to settlement within ten (10) days of ratification of the sale, the Substitute Trustees may, in addition to any other available remedies, declare the entire deposit forfeited and resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser, and the purchaser agrees to pay reasonable attorneys’ fees for the Substitute Trustees, plus all costs incurred, if the Substitute Trustees have filed the appropriate motion with the Court to resell the property. Purchaser waives personal service of any paper filed in connection with such a motion on himself and/or any principal or corporate designee, and expressly agrees to accept service of any such paper by regular mail directed to the address provided by said bidder at the time of foreclosure auction. In such event, the defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of resale, reasonable attorney’s fees, and all other charges due and incidental and consequential damages, and any deficiency in the underlying secured debt. The purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property. If the Substitute Trustees cannot convey insurable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be the return of the deposit. The sale is subject to post-sale confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into

any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of his deposit without interest. Edward S. Cohn, Stephen N. Goldberg, Richard E. Solomon, Richard J. Rogers, Randall J. Rolls, and David W. Simpson, Jr., Substitute Trustees Mid-Atlantic Auctioneers, LLC (410) 825-2900 www.mid-atlanticauctioneers.com OCD-9/3/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 113 OYSTER LA. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Candace L. Watson, dated June 11, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4951, folio 283 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on September 18, 2015 AT 2:20 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Tax ID #10-195667 and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, which is improved by a dwelling, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $24,000 by cash or certified check. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co. Interest to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received in the office of the Sub. Trustees. There will be no abatement of interest in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason. The noteholder shall not be obligated to pay interest if it is the purchaser. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of all real property taxes, including agricultural taxes, if applicable, and any and all public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges and ground rent, to be adjusted to date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any,

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PUBLIC NOTICES shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale forward. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. Additional terms to be announced at the time of sale. If the Sub. Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law and equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without interest. If the purchaser fails to go to settlement, the deposit shall be forfeited, to the Trustees for application against all expenses, attorney’s fees and the full commission on the sale price of the above-scheduled foreclosure sale. In the event of default, all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then re-advertise and resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser or may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser without reselling the property. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any, even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulting purchaser and the defaulting purchaser shall be liable to the Trustees and secured party for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses incurred in connection with all litigation involving the Property or the proceeds of the resale. Trustees’ file number 53558. Diane S. Rosenberg, Mark D. Meyer, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-9/3/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 10901 ADKINS RD. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Valerie Kelm, dated June 29, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4964, folio 509 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on SEPTEMBER 25, 2015 AT 1:31 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF

GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Tax ID #03-008142 and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, which is improved by a dwelling, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $21,000 by cash or certified check. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co. Interest to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received in the office of the Sub. Trustees. There will be no abatement of interest in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason. The noteholder shall not be obligated to pay interest if it is the purchaser. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of all real property taxes, including agricultural taxes, if applicable, and any and all public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges and ground rent, to be adjusted to date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale forward. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. Additional terms to be announced at the time of sale. If the Sub. Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law and equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without interest. If the purchaser fails to go to settlement, the deposit shall be forfeited, to the Trustees for application against all expenses, attorney’s fees and the full commission on the sale price of the above-scheduled foreclosure sale. In the event of default, all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then re-advertise and resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser or may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser without reselling the property. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any, even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulting purchaser and the defaulting purchaser shall be liable to the Trustees and secured party for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses incurred in connection with all litigation involving the Property or the proceeds of the resale.

Trustees’ file number 53585. Diane S. Rosenberg, Mark D. Meyer, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-9/10/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 13305 WIGHT ST., APT. #204 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Ann W. High a/k/a Ann Williams High, dated November 20, 2003 and recorded in Liber 3946, folio 482 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on SEPTEMBER 21, 2015 AT 3:40 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and described as Unit Number 204 in the “Breakwater II Condominium” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $19,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5.625% 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 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 #2012-27412) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-9/3/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Boulevard, Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 103 BUCKINGHAM RD. A/R/T/A 103 W. BUCKINGHAM RD. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated December 17, 2007 and recorded in Liber 5040, Folio 246 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $360,000.00 and an original interest rate of 1.24% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on SEPTEMBER 22, 2015 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of

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PUBLIC NOTICES $22,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838

OCD-9/3/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 Diane S. Rosenberg Mark D. Meyer John A. Ansell, III Kenneth Savitz Caroline Fields Jennifer Rochino 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 Substitute Trustees Plaintiff(s) v. Estate of Edmond L. Bouton Jr. Estate of Doris I. Bouton Edmond L. Bouton III 10 Hidden Lake Court Ocean Pines, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15000423

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 24th day of August, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 10 Hidden Lake Court, Ocean Pines, MD 21811, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 28th day of September, 2015, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in a weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 21st day of September, 2015. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $156,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-9/3/3t _________________________________ JEFFREY W. HARAB ESQ LAW OFFICES OF JEFFREY W. HARAB, P.C. 4600 NORTH PARK AVENUE, SUITE 101 CHEVY CHASE, MD 20815

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16211 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF WENDY RUBIN Notice is given that Carrie Solomon, 9100 Kingsbury Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20910, was on Åugust 28, 2015 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Wendy Rubin who died on July 26, 2015, without a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills

on or before the 28th day of February, 2016. 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. Carrie Solomon 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: September 03, 2015 OCD-9/3/3t _________________________________ AYRES JENKINS GORDY & ALMAND, PA JAMES W. ALMAND ESQ 6200 COASTAL HIGHWAY, SUITE 200 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 16210 NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Orphans’ Court of Bucks County, PA appointed Jenny Mama, 10626 Pine Needle Road, Ocean City, MD 21842 as the Executrix of the Estate of Anthony Mama who died on December 15, 2013 domiciled in Pennsylvania, USA. 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 de-

livery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred. Jenny Mama Foreign Personal Representative Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: September 03, 2015 OCD-9/3/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS TOWN OF OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110 of the Code of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Zoning Ordinance for Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted by the Board of Zoning Appeals for Ocean City, Maryland in the Council Chambers of City Hall located on Baltimore Avenue and Third Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(3), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-95(1)(a) requesting a variance to the front yard setback on a corner lot, in order to allow 9.2 feet on North 5th Street instead of 10 feet as required by Code. The site of the appeal is described as an unnumbered lot, Block 43, Land Unit 3 of the 5th and St. Louis Land Condominium Plat; further described as located on the southeast corner of Edgewater Avenue and 5th Street, and locally known as 307-5th Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: OC 307 5TH, LLC – (BZA 2440 #15-09500004) at 6:10 p.m. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(3), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-95(1)(a) requesting a variance to allow an addition on the southwest side of the existing dwelling, encroaching a maximum of .77’ into the existing required 5’ side yard setback. The site of the appeal is described as Lot 11, Block E, Revised Plat No. 1, Oceanbay City Plat; further described as located on the south side of Bering Road, and locally known as 417 Bering Road, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: J CHRISTOPHER FARREN– (BZA 2439 #1509500005) Further information concerning

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PUBLIC NOTICES the public hearings may be examined in the office of the Department of Planning and Community Development in City Hall. Alfred Harrison, Chairman Heather Stansbury, Attorney OCD-9/10/2t _________________________________

Ocean City, MD 21842 or online at oceancitymd.gov in the September 8 agenda packet. This Ordinance amends Chapter 39, Entitled Franchises, by adding a horse-drawn carriage franchise. OCD-9/17/1t _________________________________

Heather E. Stansbury Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almand, P.A. 6200 Coastal Highway, Suite 200 Ocean City, MD 21842 Lighthouse Village Condominium Association c/o Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almand, P.A. 6200 Coastal Highway, Suite 200 Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Plaintiff vs. Candace Widgeon 1717 Hilltop Avenue Baltimore, MD 21221 Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MARYLAND FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, STATE OF MARYLAND CIVIL CASE NO. 23-C-15-0641

NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, this 31st day of August, 2015, that the foreclosure sale of Lighthouse Village Condominium, Unit 111, 721 142nd Street, Ocean City, Maryland, made and reported by Heather E. Stansbury, Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 5th day of October, 2015, provided a copy of this Order is published in a newspaper of general circulation in Worcester County, Maryland, once in three successive weeks, before the 28th day of September, 2015. The Report states that the total proceeds from the sale of the property to be One Dollars ($1.00). Susan R. Braniecki CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-9/10/3t _________________________________

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ORDINANCE 2015-17 RE: HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGE FRANCHISE 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 September 8, 2015. Second reading is scheduled for September 21, 2015. A complete text of the ordinance is available for review in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 3rd Street and Baltimore Avenue,

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ORDINANCE 2015-19 RE: REQUIRED SIGNAGE AT PUBLIC PLACES 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 September 8, 2015. Second reading is scheduled for September 21, 2015. 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 September 8 agenda packet. This Ordinance amends Chapter 58, Article II, Offenses against Public Peace and Order, by adding required signage at public places that have parking fronting on Baltimore Avenue, Coastal Highway or Philadelphia Avenue. OCD-9/17/1t _________________________________ R. SAUL McCORMICK ESQ LESSANS, PRALEY & McCORMICK, P.A. 7419 BALTIMORE - ANNAPOLIS BLVD. GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16222 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF AGNES V. SKINNER Notice is given that Diane S. Doegen, 207 Emerson Avenue, Glen Burnie, MD 21061, was on September 04, 2015 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Agnes V. Skinner who died on August 16, 2015, 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 4th day of March, 2016. 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. Diane S. Doegen 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: September 17, 2015 OCD-9/17/3t _________________________________

reading is scheduled for September 21, 2015. 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 www.oceancitymd.gov in the September 8 agenda packet. This Ordinance amends Chapter 90, restricting oversized vehicle and trailer parking on municipal lots, public streets, alleys or any public way within Ocean City from May 1 through October 31, with noted exemptions related to construction trailers, boat trailers and trailers utilized by registered participants in an approved special event with a permit issued by the Town. OCD-9/17/1t _________________________________

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ORDINANCE 2015-22 RE: DENIAL CRITERIA FOR TAXI DRIVER PERMIT APPLICATION

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ORDINANCE 2015-21 RE: TAXI CHARGES FOR POINTS WITHIN 15-MILE RADIUS OF OCEAN CITY 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 September 8, 2015. Second reading is scheduled for September 21, 2015. 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 www.oceancitymd.gov in the September 8 agenda packet. This Ordinance amends Chapter 102 specific to charges for transportation between points in or within a 15-mile radius of Ocean City. OCD-9/17/1t _________________________________

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ORDINANCE 2015-20 RE: VEHICLE TRAILER PARKING ON PUBLIC STREETS 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 September 8, 2015. Second

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 September 8, 2015. Second reading is scheduled for September 21, 2015. 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 www.oceancitymd.gov in the September 8 agenda packet. This Ordinance amends Chapter 102, changing grounds for denial in relation to driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs charges. If an applicant receives probation before judgement, the application will be denied until the probationary term is successfully completed and the applicant is released from probation. OCD-9/17/1t _________________________________

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16221 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF REBECCA F. MOFFAT Notice is given that Kevin Moffat, 106 Kentuckey Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08619, was on September 04, 2015 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Rebecca F. Moffat who died on June 12, 2015, without a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 4th day of March,

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PUBLIC NOTICES 2016. 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. Kevin Moffat 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: September 17, 2015 OCD-9/17/3t _________________________________ THE FISHER LAW GROUP, PLLC 9440 Pennsylvania Avenue, Suite 350 Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 Telephone (301) 599-7700 Jeffrey B. Fisher Doreen A. Strothman Virginia S. Inzer William K. Smart Kris Terrill Regan J.R. Smith Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. Carlos Acevedo MaryAnn Acevedo Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-14-001428

NOTICE Notice is hereby given, this 31st day of August, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property in these proceedings, reported by the Substitute Trustees, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 12th day of October, 2015, PROVIDED that a copy of this Notice be inserted in a newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 5th day of October, 2015. The report states the amount of sale of the property at 1409 Snow Hill Lane, Pocomoke City, MD 21851 (Trustees’ Matter No. 14-01015), to be $75,680.00. Susan R. Braniecki

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-9/17/3t _________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MD 21204 410-296-2550 Edward S. Cohn Stephen N. Goldberg Richard E. Solomon Richard J. Rogers Randall J. Rolls David W. Simpson, Jr. 600 Baltimore Avenue, Suite 208 Towson, MD 21204 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs v. Craig S. Ciurca Dawn M. Ciurca Craig Ciurca 9701 Shady Grove Court Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-14-001418

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 11th day of September, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 12th day of October, 2015, provided a copy of this notice be published in a newspaper of general circulation in Worcester County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 5th day of October, 2015. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $390,000.00. The property sold herein is known as 9701 Shady Grove Court, Ocean City, MD 21842. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-9/17/3t _________________________________ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON CHRISTOPHER T. WOODLEY ESQ 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY P.O. BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 16224 Notice is given that the Surrogate Court of Suffolk County, NY appointed Daniel John Rusy, 16 Meath Avenue, Huntington, NY 11743 as the Personal Representative of the Estate of Linda M. Rusy who died on May 13, 2015 domiciled in New York,

America. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Christopher T. Woodley, Esq. 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. Daniel John Rusy Foreign Personal Representative Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: September 17, 2015 OCD-9/17/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555 Carrie M. Ward, et al. 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. GARY C. WILLIAMS 5 41st Street, Unit #12 Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15000584

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 14th day of September, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 5 41st Street, Unit #12, 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 12th day of October, 2015, 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 5th day of October, 2015. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $136,000.00.

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-9/17/3t _________________________________

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BID SOLICITATION Police & Fire/EMS Uniforms The Town of Ocean City is seeking bids from qualified and experienced vendors to provide Police & Fire/EMS Uniforms in conformity with the specifications detailed in the Bid Documents. Bid Documents for the Police & Fire/EMS Uniforms may be obtained from the Town of Ocean City’s Procurement Department by either emailing the Purchasing Associate, Nicholas Rice, at nrice@oceancitymd.gov or by calling 410-723-6643 during normal business hours, or via the Bid tab on the Town’s website. Vendors are responsible for checking this website for addenda prior to submitting their bids. The Town of Ocean City is not responsible for the content of any Bid Document received through any third party bid service. It is the sole responsibility of the vendor to ensure the completeness and accuracy of their Completed Bid Documents. The last day for questions will be noon on Tuesday, September 29th, 2015. Sealed Bid Documents are due no later than Thursday, October 9th, 2015 by 1:00 p.m. and will be opened and read aloud at the Procurement Department located at 204 65th Street, Bldg. A, Ocean City, Maryland 21842. Late Bid Documents will not be accepted. Minority vendors are encouraged to compete for award of the solicitation. OCD-9/17/1t _________________________________ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON RAYMOND C. SHOCKLEY ESQ 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY P.O. BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 16226 Notice is given that the Orphans’ Court of Allegheny County, PA appointed Edward W. Carnegie, 126 Cambridge Road, Bethel Park, PA 15102 as the Personal Representative of the Estate of Edward J. Carnegie who died on January 11, 2015 domiciled in Pennsylvania, America. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Raymond C. Shockley whose address is 3509 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD

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PUBLIC NOTICES 21842. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester. All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred. Edward W. Carnegie Foreign Personal Representative Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: September 17, 2015 OCD-9/17/3t _________________________________

and City Council Work Session held on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. Bids are to be submitted to the Town of Ocean City, Attn: City Manager, 301 N. Baltimore Avenue Room 230, Ocean City, MD 21842. Late Bid Document will not be accepted. Minority vendors are encouraged to compete for award of the solicitation. OCD-9/17/1t _________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MD 21204 410-296-2550 Edward S. Cohn Stephen N. Goldberg Richard E. Solomon Richard J. Rogers Randall J. Rolls David W. Simpson, Jr. 600 Baltimore Avenue, Suite 208 Towson, MD 21204 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs v. John R. Reid, Sr. Julie Danielle Young John Reid 12114 Snug Harbor Road Berlin a/k/a Ocean City, MD 21811 Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-14-000981

KARIE JAYNE WILSON Notice is given that Edwina M. Heyer, 213 Jefferson Drive, Palmyra, VA 22963 and Terrence Heyer, 213 Jefferson Drive, Palmyra, VA 22963, was on September 14, 2015 appointed personal representatives of the small estate of Karie Jayne Wilson who died on May 7, 2015, 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 shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of

the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Edwina M. Heyer Terrence Heyer Personal Representatives True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Charlotte K. Cathell Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: September 17, 2015 OCD-9/17/1t _________________________________

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Town of Ocean City, Maryland

HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGE FRANCHISE SERVICE The Town of Ocean City is seeking bids from qualified and experienced vendors to provide a Horse-Drawn Carriage Franchise Service that is in conformity with the specifications detailed in the Bid Documents. Bid Documents for the HorseDrawn Carriage Franchise Service may be obtained from the Town of Ocean City’s Procurement Department by either e-mailing the Procurement Manager, Catrice Parsons, at or by calling 410-723-6647 during normal business hours, or via the Bid tab on the Town’s . Vendors are responsible for checking this website for addenda prior to submitting their bids. The Town of Ocean City is not responsible for the content of any Bid Document received through any third party bid service. It is the sole responsibility of the vendor to ensure the completeness and accuracy of their Completed Bid Documents. The last day for questions will be noon on Wednesday, September 30, 2015. Sealed Bid Documents are due no later than Monday, October 12, 2015 by 4:30 p.m. and will be opened and read aloud at the Mayor

Notice is hereby given this 14th day of September, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 12th day of October, 2015, provided a copy of this notice be published in a newspaper of general circulation in Worcester County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 5th day of October, 2015. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $261,343.16. The property sold herein is known as 12114 Snug Harbor Road, Berlin, a/k/a Ocean City, MD 21811. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-9/17/3t _________________________________ RAYMOND C. SHOCKELY ESQ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON PA 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY P.O. BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 SMALL ESTATE

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WP Lady Mallards earn 2-0 shutout over STPP Sabres

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Sept. 18, 2015) When the Worcester Prep and Saints Peter & Paul girls’ soccer teams last went head-to-head, the Sabres scored with less than a minute left on the clock in double overtime to win the 2014 Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference championship. The Lady Mallards remember the heartbreaking loss suffered on Oct. 27 and they have been looking forward to stepping on the field against their conference rival again. “Saints Peter & Paul should watch out because we’re coming for them,” senior captain Grace Tunis said during a preseason practice a few weeks ago. The Mallards hosted the Sabres on Monday, and after 40 minutes of play the game was scoreless heading into the halftime break. “We started slow and at halftime we were like ‘this is your game to take. This is it. We rarely say this, but you’re a better team and we have to play like a better team,’” said Prep Coach Carol Hartnett. “They just held their shoulders high and just sort of took over. They were playing our kind of soccer instead of just reactionary soccer.” Six minutes into the second half, freshman Delaney Abercrombie dribbled down the right sideline and crossed the ball to senior captain Julia D’Antonio, who was open in front of the goal. D’Antonio played the ball to the far post to give Worcester a 1-0 lead. “Delaney was dribbling down and I called for the ball because I was open. She passed it to me and I just did a one touch and it was in,” D’Antonio said. “[The goalie] was in the middle and I placed it right on the left.” Her father, Anthony, is the team’s assistant coach and D’Antonio said that he is “always on us about ‘look at the goalie before you shoot,’ because the one thing you don’t want to do is shoot right at her because you’ve got such a wide open goal and it’s one-onone.” D’Antonio said it was a great feeling to put her team on the board. “It was really exciting. We definitely needed it,” she said. “We definitely got fired up. We were pumped.” With 20 minutes remaining in the game, the Mallards scored their second goal on an identical play, something D’Antonio said the team consistently practices.

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Worcester Prep junior Sarah Young shields the ball from a Saints Peter & Paul player during Monday's game in Berlin. Worcester shut out its Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference rival 2-0.

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Worcester Prep junior Julie Talbert controls the ball out of the air during Monday's competition against Saints Peter & Paul.

“We do a lot of fast-break drills and work a lot with our passing and crossing,” she said. Practice paid off for the squad. Senior Laura Issel sprinted with the ball down the right sideline and played it across the goal mouth to junior Madison Bescak who was wide open. Bescak knocked the ball in the left corner of the goal. “This is definitely a huge win because it’s our rival team and we always go neck-and-neck in the championship. I think this definitely shows where we are and what we can do,” D’Antonio said. Worcester’s goalies, both freshmen, made some key stops to hold the

Sabres scoreless. “I feel like I’m pretty blessed because not a lot of freshmen get to start in general, and the fact that I’m starting in goal is really nice. I’m just really happy we won,” said goalie Grace Gardner, who recorded five saves. “I was a little nervous but then I saw my team was really helping me out, getting balls out and then from there I felt pretty confident. I think we did really well. It’s a big win especially on our home field and we hope to do the same in Easton.” Julia Godwin took over in the goal with about 15 minutes left in the competition. She stopped four Saints Peter & Paul shots.

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Sept. 18, 2015) Members of Worcester Prep’s new cross country program competed in their first meet on Wednesday and the Mallards did exceptionally well in their debut. “I thought everyone did an amazing job. Every single person on the team ran their personal best,” said Prep Coach Keith Geiger. “I was so proud of the team. We had some people who couldn’t run the three miles in practice and they stepped up and finished the race. We also had several students being competitive.” The Lady Mallards scored 76 points, finishing third overall in the nine-school competition in Salisbury behind second-place Snow Hill (48) and winners, Stephen Decatur (28). Sophomore Lillybelle Baker was the first Prep runner to cross the finish line. She placed eighth overall (24:36) out of 65 runners. Annemarie Cherry, a sophomore, and senior Lauren Dykes finished 12th (24:46) and 13th (24:51), respectively. Also scoring points for Worcester was sophomore Marissa Grosso (24th, 25:49) and senior Sarah Koon, (29th, 26:37). Worcester’s boys’ team finished in fourth place with 100 points. Decatur won the competition with 25 points, followed by Nandua (82) and Parkside (85). Junior Carter Hill led the Mallards, crossing the finish line second overall (17:12). Junior Trent Marshall (19th, 19:44), sophomores Connor Cebula (24th, 20:48) and Matt Wilson (25th, 20:55) and freshman Jack Walinskas (51st, 23:54) also scored points for Worcester. The next meet is scheduled for Tuesday in Salisbury at 3 p.m. “As a group, everybody played very well. Our theme is to play together, play for each other and that’s what they’re doing,” Hartnett said. “Our girls really stepped up. The win is huge. When do we win against Saints Peter & Paul with a shutout? … The sign on their locker said what we have to do today is ‘find the back of the net, and success is not given it’s got to be earned.’ They earned it today.” The Prep team’s next game is Friday, Sept. 25 against the Salisbury School Dragons at 4 p.m. in Berlin. The Mallards will battle the Sabres again on Friday, Oct. 2 in Easton at 4 p.m.

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The Stephen Decatur and Worcester Prep golf teams gather for a photo before competing in their annual Ryder Cup tournament on Monday at GlenRiddle Golf Club in Berlin. The teams are tied 4-4 going into the final round on Tuesday at Eagle's Landing in Berlin.

Wor. Prep and Decatur compete in Ryder Cup After Monday’s first round, score tied 4-4 heading into Tuesday’s final competition

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Sept. 18, 2015) The Stephen Decatur and Worcester Prep golf teams competed in the first round of their annual Ryder Cup tournament on Monday at GlenRiddle Golf Club in Berlin, and the squads are tied, 4-4, going into the final competition on Tuesday.

Decatur football team logs 21-13 victory over Wi-Hi

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Sept. 18, 2015) The Stephen Decatur football team improved their record to 2-0 with a 21-13 victory over the Wicomico Indians last Saturday in Salisbury. “At times we played well and at times we let up for whatever reason,” said Decatur Coach Bob Knox. “We can be a good football team if we keep the pedal to the metal.” About 30 seconds into the second quarter, senior captain Dryden Brous scored from four yards out to put Decatur on the board. The Seahawks went into the halftime break ahead 7-0. After a delay of about an hour and 10 minutes because of lightning, the teams returned to the field. Wi-Hi evened the score less than two minutes into the third quarter. Brous ran the ball 11 yards for a touchdown with about five minutes remaining in the quarter and the Seahawks led 14-7. The Indians cut the advantage to one in the fourth quarter, but Brous anSee BROUS Page 60

The first four matches were partners Best Ball format for five holes. Worcester Prep, a private school of the Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference, won three of the four matches. Earning victories for the Mallards were pairs, sophomore Austin Taylor/junior Jon Ruddo, senior Bennett Truitt/junior Thomas Polk and junior Grant Brown/freshman Jacob Meakin. The team of junior captain Matt Kristick and sophomore Matt Kinsey earned the lone win for Decatur, a public school of the Bayside Conference, in the Best Ball competition. The second four matches were partners Alternate Shot for five holes. Decatur earned victories in three of the four matches to even the score 4-4. Partners, junior Tanner Leonard/freshman Hayden Snelsire, junior Hailey Brown/freshman Emily Malinowski and juniors Bailey Warren/Jamie Wilkinson logged victories for the Seahawks. “Aside from my two returners (Kristick and Kinsey) the rest of the team succumbed to the pressure of the better ball match,” said Decatur Coach Jim Krall. “However, they all came back to even the score with a victory in the alternate shot format. It was that ‘never give up’ attitude that Coach [Don] Furbay and I like the most.” Worcester’s pair of senior captains Jason Cook and John Meakin tallied their team’s only Alternate Shot victory. “It was exciting. Worcester Prep had the momentum after going up 31, then Decatur had it after Alternate Shot,” said Prep Coach Scot Dailey. “I thought everyone played OK. Both teams experienced lots of nerves. For some, it was their first time in a situation like this.” The two teams will meet again on Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. at Eagle’s Land-

ing in Berlin for eight singles, ninehole, one-on-one exhibitions. It should be an exciting final,” Dailey said. “We need to play consistent, let the mistakes go and move onto the next shot and the next hole.” For Decatur to be successful, Krall said, “we need to jump out in front from the beginning, not only for the comfort zone, but also to cause their opponents to take risks and force shots they normally wouldn’t hit.” Players and coaches enjoy participating in the Ryder Cup tournament each year. “I think everyone from coaches to players on Worcester and Decatur

would agree that match play is more exciting than stroke play when the two teams are equally talented such as our two squads,” Krall said. “The competition is amazing and really fun to watch, plus there’s a stronger feeling of ‘teamwork’ in the Ryder Cup formats.” “It’s so much fun. The kids all know each other and they really enjoy it. It’s a nice, friendly rivalry,” Dailey added. “Stephen Decatur has definitely dominated the [Ryder Cup]. They have set the bar in the area for golf programs. Coach Krall deserves a lot of credit for the successful program at Stephen Decatur.”

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ONE-ON-ONE Stephen Decatur senior Savannah Payne battles a Kent Island player for the ball during Monday's game in Berlin. Kent Island won 9-0.

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Dryden Brous scores three touchdowns against Wi-Hi

The Bank of Ocean City sponsors the Stephen Decatur High School football team and following each game, a most valuable player is chosen. As part of its annual $500 pledge, the bank makes a donation to the Stephen Decatur High School Athletic Boosters in that player’s name. Week 2 winner is senior captain Dryden Brous. During last Saturday's game against Wicomico in Salisbury, Brous carried the ball 23 times, racking up 159 yards and scoring three touchdowns. Decatur won 21-13. On hand for the recent presentation, from left, are Earl Conley of the Bank of Ocean City, Brous and Coach Bob Knox.

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Stephen Decatur senior Marley Parsons reaches to hit the ball during Wednesday's competition with James M. Bennett in Berlin. Decatur lost a hard-fought battle, three games to two.

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to let the other team move the ball.” The defense was led by senior captain Ernest Shockley with 13 tackles. Junior Ed Zonnak and senior Cole Barrett made eight and seven tackles, respectively. Knox said the players on his team this year are a “good group of kids.” “They fight and they compete. That’s what it’s all about,” he said. “We’re getting better every day. As long as we get better, good things will happen.” Decatur will host the Easton Warriors tonight, Friday, at 6 p.m. in Berlin. When the two teams met last October in Easton, the Warriors won their homecoming game 34-33 in overtime. “It’s nice to be 2-0 and hopefully we can keep the ball rolling Friday when we play Easton,” Knox said.

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answered in the third, winning 25-15. Bennett earned a 25-22 victory in the fourth game. Decatur built a 6-1 lead in the fifth game, but the visiting squad fought back to within one point. With Bennett ahead 14-13 and one point from the win, a kill by Saulsbury tied it up. Bennett scored the next two points to win 16-14. “Overall, I am super proud of the girls. They played their hearts out and worked really well as a team,” Patrick said. “In the games we won, you could definitely see their focus and teamwork. We tried to excel at the fundamentals and let the other team make mistakes. The girls played smarter, not harder, by covering behind the block, moving on the court and keeping their serves in bounds.” In the first two games Decatur lost, Patrick said the girls allowed a few mistakes to get to them. “The doubt and frustration they were feeling got the best of them,” she said. “The fifth game was a hard-fought battle. With only 15 points to win, any mistake can cost the game.” Decatur senior captain Ellen Bargar had five kills, six assists and two aces. Taylor Lago, a senior, recorded five blocks, four kills and two aces and Fleeger contributed seven aces, two kills and four assists. Laque dug six hits. Decatur will host the North Dorchester Eagles on Monday at 5:15 p.m.

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Continued from Page 59 swered with just over six minutes on the clock. Brous carried the ball 23 times, racking up 159 yards and three touchdowns. “The offensive line led us. Dryden was the recipient of what the offensive line did,” Knox said. “Every good running back will tell you they’re successful because of the offensive line.” Junior quarterback Darion McKenzie was 4-for-8, throwing for 81 yards. Tyree Henry, a junior, caught three passes for 43 yards. Knox said he was pleased with the Decatur defensive effort. “The defense played good again,” Knox said. “The defense is much improved from last year. They don’t want

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‘Intense defensive game’ between WP and SC

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Sept. 18, 2015) After 80 minutes of regulation play and two 10-minute overtime periods, Wednesday’s boys’ soccer game between Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference rivals, Worcester Prep and Salisbury Christian, ended in a draw. “It was an intense defensive game. Both teams played hard,” said Prep Coach Terry Underkoffler. “It was a total team effort. We tackled the ball well and challenged the ball in the air.” Host Salisbury had a few scoring op-

portunities in the first 20 minutes of the game. Underkoffler said the Mallards settled down and had several chances of their own to score, but they were unsuccessful at putting the ball in the net. “I thought the first 20 minutes we played a little tentative,” Underkoffler said. “We got our confidence back in the second half and took it to them.” Scoreless after 80 minutes, the game went into overtime. Worcester junior Brendan Miller came up big for his team with a diving header to clear the ball away from the goal after a Salisbury corner kick in the

second overtime. “He’s incredibly solid in the back,” Underkoffler said. “He’s been playing outstanding.” Miller played on the forward line last season, but was moved to sweeper in the defensive end this year. Both teams had opportunities to win the match, but neither capitalized. Underkoffler also praised the defensive efforts of senior Ross Dickerson and freshman Cole Berry. They took turns marking 2014 conference MVP, Ryan Spadin, and held him to just two shots. Underkoffler said competitions

against Salisbury Christian are one of Worcester’s best and most challenging, and Wednesday’s match was no different. Each year, the two teams meet twice during the regular season and for a third time, typically, in the ESIAC championship finals. Underkoffler said this week’s match was the second best defensive effort against Salisbury since he started coaching the team four seasons ago. The first was in the 2013 championship when Worcester won 2-1. “It’s always a good game, always an intense rivalry,” he said.

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TAKING CONTROL Stephen Decatur junior Jillian Mitrecic battles for the ball with a James M. Bennett player during Wednesday's game in Berlin. Bennett won 3-0.

OFFENSIVE ATTACK Worcester Prep junior Ava Schwartz, left, tries to get a shot off during the final minute of Monday's game against Saints Peter & Paul in Berlin. "I thought this was the best they’ve played so far this season. We really dominated a lot of [the game], we just couldn’t put one in the back of the cage," Prep Coach Katie Oxenreider said after the 1-0 loss.

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By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Sept. 18, 2015) The Stephen Decatur boys’ and girls’ cross country teams took top honors during last Wednesday’s season opener on the Seahawks’ course in Berlin. Six schools participated. “I thought the boys and girls did pretty well for the first meet. The weather conditions were pretty brutal that day, it was really hot so the times were not great,” said Decatur Coach Jody Stigler. “I thought the top three girls and top four boys ran pretty well, especially the winners Alison [Alvarado] and Javier [Hernandez]. I think that our teams will be strong this year, but we really need to work on our spread from runners 1-7 on both sides.” The first four runners to cross the finish line in the boys’ race were from Decatur. Hernandez, a junior, won the competition. He completed the 5K in 20 minutes. Sophomore Jack Reimer finished second, 29.3 seconds behind Hernandez. Juniors Jared Massey and Cameron James came in third (21:39.1) and fourth (22:41.9), respectively. Matt Alvarado, a sophomore, finished eighth overall (24:40.5). The Decatur boys’ squad scored 18 points for first place. James M. Bennett was second with 55 points and Washington took third with 81 points. The Lady Seahawks won the competition with 24 points, followed by Snow Hill (54) and Bennett (57). Alvarado led the Decatur girls’ squad, completing the race in 25:04.4, good for first place. Peyton Dunham, a junior, finished in second (25:27.8) and senior Rachel Savage, third (26:03.9). Sophomore Maya Knepp was the seventh runner overall to cross the fin-

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WP IMPROVING Worcester Prep sophomore Sophie Bandorick plays the ball over the net during Tuesday's match against Wicomico in Berlin. "I thought they played well. We still have lots to work on, but each match I see them playing as a better team," said Coach Keith Donoway after Worcester's 22-25, 25-19, 15-25, 17-25 loss.

ish line (28:20.6). Lily Watsky, a senior, also scored points for Decatur, placing 10th overall (29:13.6). Both Decatur squads also won the Sept. 16 nine-school meet in Salisbury. The Lady Seahawks scored 28 points to finish first. Snow Hill placed second with 48 points and Worcester Prep, competing in its first-ever cross country meet, took third (76). Contributing to the Decatur victory Wednesday was Savage (second, 23:15), Watsky (fourth, 23:42), Knepp (sixth, 23:57), junior Emma Leo (seventh, 24:31) and freshman Davina Graybill (ninth, 24:39). Hernandez crossed the finish line first, completing the boys’ race in 16:55. Also scoring points for Decatur was Massey (third, 17:51), Reimer (fourth, 17:51) James (fifth, 18:01) and Alvarado (12th, 18:52).

The Seahawks logged 25 points to take top honors. Nandua was second with 82 points and Parkside finished in third (85). “Overall, I think we did pretty well. Our first three girls all got lost, so we probably should have done a little better on the girls side but still managed to finish on top. Again, the top few boys ran well,” Stigler said. “We need to continue to work on closing our gap between our top 10 or so runners, but I think we were a little bit more consistent from 1-7 than last week. We will need to have a good week of practice and improve upon this result because we will be facing some traditionally tough schools from the Bayside North next week at home.” Decatur will host the next meet, scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 23, at 4 p.m.

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cate meighan inside going out hat a difference one single week can make. Seven days ago the local kids were heading back to school and the humidity was stifling. Now, it’s actually chilly and the sky has that darker blue look that always accompanies fall weather. I’ve actually been an OCMD resident for an entire year (finally) and it has been an absolutely amazing experience. Whether I’m stuck in traffic on Route 90 at the height of tourist season or looking at an empty, icy beach in February wishing for warmer weather, I’m always grateful to be here. One thing that I’ve learned in the last few weeks is that while all of the tourists have left (for the most part), Ocean City is still a very busy place to be, even while the seasons are changing. The seventh annual Brews on the Beach took place last Saturday at Hooper’s Crab House under the big tent in West Ocean City. It was on an afternoon dominated by downpours and for a short while, even a tornado warning was in effect. I stopped in before the weather turned into a real mess and what I found was representatives from 15 local and regional breweries that were genuinely happy to be there. There were at least 75 varieties of craft beer to try, including brews from Fin City, Burley Oak and OC Brewing. Vince Wright of Fin City expressed the same sentiments that I heard from everyone that I spoke with, business is going very well and he loved having a chance to pour drinks while chatting with the general public. I think that even if you’re living with your head buried in the sand you probably still must realize that we’re now smack in the middle of OC BikeFest. The inlet parking lot and Ocean City convention center located on 40th Street and Coastal Highway are playing temporary home to various bands, stunt shows, vendors and of course, bike lovers from all over the country from now until Sunday, Sept. 20. The fifth annual OC BikeFest is totally rocking out with scheduled performances by KIX, The Doobie Brothers, Great White and even See CATE Page 65

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Doug Perez of Boogey Lights and LED Cycles poses for a picture on Tuesday afternoon at Seacrets on 49th Street. Activities for motorcycle enthusiasts kicked off Thursday and will take place all weekend at various locations throughout Ocean City and the surrounding areas.

OC hub for motorcycle enthusiasts Thousands anticipated to come to town this weekend for assortment of activities

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) OC BikeFest, Bikes to the Beach Fall Rally and Delmarva Bike Week will draw thousands of people to the resort and the surrounding areas this weekend as the annual events feature an assortment of activities. Here are some of the festivities taking place for motorcycle aficionados: • OC BikeFest: BikeFest rolls into town for its fifth year with live music, vendors and action shows at two main sites, the inlet downtown and the 40th Street convention center. Festivities began yesterday bringing names such as Rommel HarleyDavidson, S&S Cycle, Sick Boy, LEDS and more than 50 vendors to the resort in both locations. Downtown events were scheduled to kicked off with almost 400 motor-

cycles taking part in the “Thunder on the Boardwalk” parade yesterday morning to officially open the BikeFest gates at 11 a.m. Customization in America will host a three-day bike show featuring award-winning custom bikes with unique designs from nationally-recognized East Coast builders, through Saturday at the inlet. Visitors can meet the artists or enter their own bikes in the show. The two competition classes are freestyle and custom retro with the chance to win $4,000 in cash. Visit www.custombikeshows.com/ocbikefest for more information or to enter the contest. One lucky guest will win an Epiphone Les Paul guitar signed by the bands performing at this year’s BikeFest. The live auction will take place around 6 p.m. tonight, Friday, on the Ocean Stage at the inlet with proceeds benefiting the Hogs and Heroes non-profit organization. Visitors at the inlet can also enjoy a NASCAR simulator that gives riders the experience of racing in a full-size car through an interactive game.

The downtown stage will feature live music by REO Speedwagon tonight at 6:30 p.m. and the Doobie Brothers rock out on Saturday at 6:30 p.m. Other acts include Kashmir, Big Engine, Porch 40 and Higher Education. In addition, Scott Jacobs and Michele Smith will both make appearances daily at the inlet during BikeFest. Each will be signing autographs while Smith will sell her line of lingerie and Jacob his paintings. Inlet gates will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. At the 40th Street convention center, BikeFest launches with a huge selection of national vendors, motorcycle manufacturers and event sponsor Rommel Harley-Davidson Delmarva onsite with a lineup of more than 100 motorcycles for sale and services. The center will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Both Ocean City sites have free parking for motorcycles and entry to the convention center is free. AdmisSee GET Page 64

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Get hitched at two-wheel wedding chapel Continued from Page 63 sion at the inlet costs $40 for a weeklong pass or $30 for a day pass and includes the concerts. Admission for children 6-15 years old costs $15 and under 5 is free. Event passes include discounts at some local bars and free use of the Ocean City bus system. Ticket holders can also purchase a commemorative OC BikeFest and Delmarva Bike Week poker chip for $2 each, while supplies last. Those 21 and older with a wristband can present the chip at Ocean Downs Casino, off Route 589, for a $15 free play card. Last year, BikeFest drew an estimated 165,000 to town and that number is expected to increase this year, organizer Kathy Micheal said. “It’s bigger and better this year,” she said. “All the hotels are sold out already, which was not the case this time last year.” Visit www.ocbikefest.com to purchase tickets and for a full schedule of concerts and events. • Delmarva Bike Week: The 15th annual Delmarva Bike Week returns to Salisbury’s Arthur W. Perdue Stadium and Winter Place Park as well as Rommel HarleyDavidson Delmarva in Seaford, Del. There will be demo rides, stunt shows, food and beverages for sale, regional music acts, giveaways and exhibitors selling motorcycle gear, clothing, parts and accessories during the four-day event. Perdue Stadium, home of the Delmarva Shorebirds, will house more than 45 vendors with demo rides and stunt shows, while Winter Place Park will have live musical performances, which take place in the beer garden, in addition to more than 75 vendors. Highlighting this year’s events at Winter Place Park will be the Ives brothers’ high-speed performances on motorcycles as they pass around the “Wall of Death.”

Check out local bands Clean Getaway, Gideon Groove and the Crossroads Band in addition to Get Your Wings (Aerosmith tribute) and Live Wire (AC/DC tribute) at Winter Place Park. Bike Week closes out Sunday, Sept. 20, with a Christian motorcycle service from 10-11 a.m. followed by live music by Gideon’s Groove from 12-2 p.m. At the Shorebirds Stadium, ILLConduct will perform three stunt shows a day, pushing their skills to the limit. Visit www. illconduct.com to learn more about the team. In addition, Yamah, Indian and Victory will have demo rigs set up and visitors can test ride their latest motorcycles. A free shuttle will travel between the two Salisbury venues Friday and Saturday. The official welcome center for OC BikeFest and Delmarva Bike Week is at Rommel Harley-Davidson Delmarva in Seaford, Del., which will have vendors, food, a beer garden and live music. It is the only place visitors can pick up a free anniversary pin, and official Bike Week T-shirts will be on sale. Exhibitors such as Letterfly Pin Striping, Icicles Eyewear, Passion Clothing, Cactus Mountain and Rumbling Pride LED will be on hand. More than 165,000 motorcycle enthusiasts traveling from Arizona and Florida to surrounding states including New York, Pennsylvania and West Virginia come out to the event that grows every year. “Everyone is becoming aware of Delmarva Bike Week and I go to major motorcycle rallies throughout the nation to market this event,” Micheal said. Visit www.delmarvabikeweek.com for a list of vendors at each venue, directions to each location and more information.

• Bikes to the Beach Fall Rally: The Bikes to the Beach Fall Rally kicked off Wednesday bringing five days of live music, vendors, contests and more events to Hooper’s Crab House in West Ocean City, Oasis Bar ‘n Grill in Whaleyville and other venues around the resort. At Hooper’s, located at the base of the Route 50 bridge, visitors can hear live music and visit more than 30 vendors booths through Sunday. Vendors such as Insane Leather, Cycos, and Fast Lights LED will sell merchandise including leather, jewelry, LED lights, T-shirts, sunglasses, cleaning products, parts and accessories for bikes. “It’s a one-stop shop with live bands Friday and Saturday, a free place to park and food outside or inside the restaurant,” said Hooper’s General Manager Ryan Intrieri. “There is something to do for everyone from a family stopping by to a couple coming to drink a few beers. It’s the best event we have going in the offseason and hopefully the weather will be nice.” Local American Legion Post 166 will host its annual poker run and Thunder Roads magazine will hold an event Saturday at Hooper’s. All bikers can sign up for the poker run on Saturday from 10 a.m. until noon at the rider’s tent at Hooper’s. It will cost $20 per rider and $15 for a passenger with trophies and cash prizes for winners. The event will take place until 5 p.m. with a 50/50 raffle and door prizes. At Oasis, about halfway between Ocean City and Salisbury in Whaleyville, the fall rally also kicked off Wednesday. Friday and Saturday there will be live entertainment starting with country singer Mickie James at 1 p.m. followed by blues band, the Nighthawks, at 6 p.m. Additional acts include Running

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with Scissors, the Debbie Caldwell band, Dust ‘N’ Bones, Toney Rocks Band, Crossroads and Haleytown. In addition, all weekend long there will be a midget paintball manhunt, where participants win prizes for hitting a moving target as well as biker games and contests. Other locations that will have activities, food and drink specials and live entertainment during the rally include Seacrets on 49th Street, Fish Tales at 22nd Street, Pickles Pub on Eighth Street, Hammerheads on the Beach on 10th Street and the Boardwalk, Pit & Pub on 28th Street, Coins Pub & Restaurant on 28th Street, Mother’s Cantina on 28th Street, Cowboy Coast on 17th Street, Dead Freddies on 64th Street, JC’s Northside Pub on 127th Street, Duffy’s Tavern on 129th Street all in Ocean City. And, Harborside Bar and Grill and Sunset Grille in West Ocean City as well as Hooters in West Ocean City and on the Boardwalk at Fifth Street. Visit www.oceancitybikestothebeach.com for more information. • Two-Wheel Weddings: A two-wheel wedding chapel will be built near the entrance to Cowboy Coast Country Saloon on 17th Street, providing a location for couples who want to tie the knot on a motorcycle. Sponsored by Fast Lane Biker Magazine and Barefoot Beach Bride of Ocean City, the chapel will host weddings through Saturday from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Appointments are encouraged, but are not necessary and traditional walk-in services are also welcome. “Over the past three years, the Two-Wheel Wedding Chapel has become a popular and in-demand option for bikers who want to get married, renew their vows or profess and promise their love while attending a large-scale, East Coast event,” Walt Kuch, chief marketing officer of Fast Lane Biker stated in a press release. Pricing for wedding ceremony packages start at $199 with vow renewals and other customization services available. Couples will appear in an upcoming issue of Fast Lane Biker Magazine and Cowboy Coast County Saloon will offer lunch and dinner specials for wedding parties. In addition, they can also accommodate reception requests. For more information or to guarantee a spot, contact Jodie Noonan at 443-614-8542. • Blessing of the Bikes: On Saturday at noon, the fourth annual Blessing of the Motorcycles takes place in the parking lot of the Knight of Columbus Hall behind St. Luke’s Church on 99th Street in Ocean City. Last year, about 20 bikes were blessed during the event sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council. Call St. Luke’s at 410-250-0300 for more information or the Knights of Columbus at 410-524-7994.

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Two Locations Berlin. This event will run from today through Sunday, Sept. 20 and you can check out www.berlinmdfiddlers.com for more information. Can you believe that it’s already just about time for Sunfest? This year’s 41st annual Sunfest event will take place from Thursday, Sept. 24 through Sunday, Sept. 27 in the OC inlet parking lot. There will be the traditional food, arts, crafts, hayrides that Ocean City locals and visitors alike have come to expect. But this time around the festival is also targeting the interests of a younger crowd and scheduled performances by The Gin Blossoms and The Spin Doctors should really help with that. If you grew up in the 90’s and alternative music was your thing then you’re really going to love Sunfest’s live entertainment this year. Check out www.ococean.com for a complete schedule of events for Sunfest. Duffy’s Tavern on 130th Street in the Montego Bay Shopping Center still has Cornhole every Wednesday at 7 p.m. for some midweek fun. It’s also serving breakfast every day from 9 a.m. until noon and there are some great food and drink specials that run all day long. Happy hour is from 12-6 p.m. daily and it also features live entertainment on weekends. Check out www.duffysoc.com for some great See CATE Page 66

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REO Speedwagon is on the roster. Earlier this week Kevin Cronin, the lead vocalist for REO, confirmed the death of Gary Richrath, the band’s lead guitarist for nearly two decades. While Richrath had technically left REO Speedwagon years ago, he did still play live with them on occasion. At press time they are still scheduled to play here in OC for BikeFest. You can check out www.ocbikefest.com for a complete calendar listing of this weekend’s scheduled fun. While Bike Week might be the thing that everyone is talking about, it’s certainly not the only thing happening here in Ocean City. A Paint Berlin Plein Air competition will take place through Saturday, Sept. 19. According to the Worcester County Arts Council this event will feature artists painting the beauty of Berlin and its surrounding area. Visitors can watch the artists work on Main Street and then attend an exhibit at the Worcester County Arts Council Gallery at 8 Jefferson Street on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 1-4 p.m. For more info, reach out to curator@worcestercountyartscouncil.org. The 23rd annual Berlin Fiddlers Convention will bring with it three days of bluegrass fun for the whole family in the streets of historic

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coupons and a full menu. Tokyo Seafood Buffet on 131st Street and Coastal Highway has one of the very best all-you-can-eat buffets in Ocean City. Its early bird special knocks $3 off your meal between 3 and 4 p.m. and the $5 appetizers include chicken wings, BBQ short rib, stuffed mushrooms and General Tso’s chicken. Tokyo Seafood Buffet also offers happy hour daily with $4 margaritas and $5 martinis. Tokyo Seafood Buffet also has a raw bar that’s pretty tough to beat. Speaking of seafood, Crab Bag on 130th Street is pretty well known for its steamed crabs but the menu has an awful lot more to offer than just that. Charcoal pit sandwiches (one meat is $7.50 or two-meat sandwiches are $9.50), baby back ribs and deals on the popular fried chicken are all popular menu choices here. Super happy hour at Crab Bag runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily with a late happy hour from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Crab Bag has some great carry-out specials, including full or half bushel of crabs. Jules, located on 120th Street, has some really great daily specials, including the Early Bird Prix Fixe Dinner. That features three courses and is served with a complimentary glass of wine for just $30, 5-6 p.m. Check

out www.julesoc.com for a full menu. The Original Greene Turtle on 116th Street celebrates happy hour Monday through Friday from 3-7 p.m. with $2 domestic drafts and $2.25 domestic bottles and rail drinks. The Turtle Power Hour (10-11 p.m.) features various drink specials like $3 Fireballs and deejays are on hand most nights to spin some of your favorite music. Bourbon Street on the Beach on 116th Street is the only Cajun style restaurant in town. It serves a Cajun prime rib, fresh seafood, steak, chicken, rockfish tacos and more daily. You can also enjoy happy hour on the beach from 4-7 p.m. and on NFL Sundays the happy hour fun lasts all day long. Visit www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com for information on live entertainment and special upcoming deals. Ropewalk on 82nd Street and the bay offers up an all-around great dining experience in Ocean City. There is a full playground to keep the kids entertained and a 300-foot deck and fire pits to help adults relax. Ropewalk also features live entertainment daily. Luau on the Beach runs from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Thursdays with drink specials including Natural Light cans for just $1.50. You can also order a variety of other specialty drinks for

just $4. Happy hour is now running all day/all night long at Ropewalk from Sunday through Thursday with half price wings, Bada Bing shrimp and Buck A Shuck Liberty Oysters from a private farm. Also get $5.50 crushes, $2 off all drafts and $4 Slushies, wines and rails. For more information on upcoming entertainment check out www.ropewalkoc.com. BJ’s on the Water on 75th Street, bayside, has a fun happy hour Monday through Friday from 4-7 p.m. plus a late night happy hour that runs Sunday through Thursday from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. It also has Burley Oak’s “Just the Tip” on draft. BJ’s full menu is available from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily and there is also a cool kids menu that your little ones will love. If you stop in for lunch then stick around for the daily duck feeding at 1 p.m. BJ’s is also celebrating the return of its Wednesday Night Deckless Deck Party which begins at 5 p.m. (no cover). On Friday, Sept.18, you can catch Thin Ice performing live beginning at 9 p.m. and on Saturday, Sept.19, it will be Full Circle’s turn to hit the stage. BJ’s also prides itself on being the Redskins headquarters but offers all of the NFL Sunday games on 20 TVs and of course food and drink specials are included in the fun. For more information on upcoming

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cate meighan events at BJ’s check out www.bjsonthewater.com. The Skye Bar on 66th Street and Coastal Highway features a great raw bar, fresh seafood and steaks plus an award-winning wine list. Happy hour is from 3-6 p.m. daily and the creative cocktails are a bonus. You can check out Skye Bar’s extensive entertainment schedule and full menu at www.skyebaroc.com. Rosenfeld’s Jewish Deli on 63rd Street and Coastal Highway will be open for Yom Kippur, both for the Kol Nidre meal and also for the breakfast. Rosenfeld’s new food truck is just about ready to roll. Warren Rosenfeld tells me that on Tuesday, Sept. 22, the truck will be at the Milton Truckin’ Tuesday event in Milton, Del. It’s the first step toward his dream of serving some of Rosenfeld’s Jewish Deli’s best sandwiches at remote locations all over Delmarva. If you’re looking for a memorable fine dining experience then you’ll want to check out Fager’s Island on 60th Street, bayside. The dining room upstairs overlooking the bay lays the visual groundwork for a special evening or you can also keep it casual out on the main deck. Fager’s capitalizes on the whole beach theme by hosting an “Island Time Beach Party” every Tuesday through Sunday from 2-6 p.m. It includes $5 food and drink specials that feature crushes, island wines, wings, tenders and fish tacos. Fager’s also features $5 Smirnoff Bloody Mary’s and its special Sunday Jazz Brunch with Everett Spells is weekly from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. For a full entertainment schedule check out www.fagers.com. KY West on 54th Street and Coastal Highway is another popular spot here in Ocean City. Happy hour is still 4-7 p.m. daily with various food and drink specials only available at the bar. Thursday nights feature a deck party from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. with $2 domestic bottles and $3 Fireball. KY West also has a late night happy hour Sunday through Thursday that runs from 10 p.m. to midnight. Some of the newest cock-

tails include the Ky West Caramel Apple, Strawberry Mojito and Frozen Banana drink. Chef Michael has also added Cutting Board Specials to the appetizer menu and as always, KY West gets bonus points for having an in-house smoker. Bike week is a big deal at Seacrets: Jamaica USA on 49th Street, bayside. Bike vendors, food and drink specials and as always, live music will be the centerpiece to all of the fun. On Friday, Sept. 18, The Amish Outlaws will hit the stage at 10 p.m. and then on Saturday, Sept. 19 it will be Gypsy Wisdom’s turn to rock the mic. Seacrets is also your football headquarters, with various food and drink specials ushering in every NFL game shown on the 15 HDTVs. Happy hour runs from 4-7 p.m. with various drink specials and you need to try an Orange Crush made with Seacrets own Blood Orange Vodka for just $5. Four stages and several bars all under one roof mean that you are easily in for an extended night of fun. There is always so much going on at Seacrets that your best bet is to check out www.seacrets.com for details. Coconuts Beach Bar & Grill, located between 37th and 38th streets at Castle In The Sand Hotel, has a great menu that features burgers, tacos, wraps and more. Coconuts is very kid-friendly and offers a pretty standard menu that caters to the little ones. Happy hour is daily from 5-6 p.m. with two-for-one drink specials and you can also try Coconuts original craft beer, Drunken Monkey Ale. Also check out Tipsy Turtle Tuesday. Order Coconuts Tipsy Turtle Rum Punch and you’ll automatically be entered to win a five-day vacation to The Green Turtle Club Resort in the Bahamas. The drawing is Sunday, Sept. 27. Coconuts is still offering live music daily on the beachfront patio for a few more weeks so stop in and unwind for a little while. Guidos Burritos, located at 33rd Street and Coastal Highway, offers some great bar specials everyday from 11 a.m. through 7 p.m. and it also caters to football lovers. During

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Representing Backshore Brewing Co. during the seventh annual Brews on the Beach festival at Hooper’s Crab House in West Ocean City last Saturday, from left, are Adam Davis, Sherri Saunders and Nathan Todd.

all NFL games, Guidos is offering $12 all-you-can-eat tacos, 50-cent wings and pork sliders for just $2.50. Plus, there are $7 beer pitchers, $5 Patron shots and $2 Natty Lights to wash everything down with. Cowboy Coast, located on 17th Street and Coastal Highway, has something fun going on every night of the week. It serves up Texas-style steaks, cold drinks and seafood while providing lots of live entertainment as well. Bike Week means lots of extra fun at Cowboy Coast including a drive up wedding chapel through Saturday, Sept. 19 and a lighted bike show on Saturday night as well. Check out www.cowboycoastoc.com for more info on everything on Cowboy Coast’s upcoming schedule. Purple Moose Saloon, located between Caroline and Talbot streets on the Boardwalk, opens daily at 11 a.m. The secret to Purple Moose’s success is at least in part because it offers something different. Hard rock tribute bands are the norm and there is plenty of fun scheduled throughout Bike Week. On both Friday, Sept. 18 and Saturday, Sept. 19 Piranha will take the Purple Moose stage at 10 p.m. Check out www.purplemoosesaloon.com for more information. Marina Deck at 306 Dorchester Street on the bay is a great place to grab a bite and it’s conveniently located right in downtown Ocean City. The all-you-can-eat menu includes

steamed shrimp, BBQ ribs, blue crabs and crab legs and Marina Deck also boasts the only indoor restaurant play area for kids in the area. Happy hour is 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and on Sunday, happy hour runs all day and all night. Grab a $4 Fireball shot and orange crushes are only $4.99. If beer is more your thing domestic drafts are $2 and natural light cans are $1.75. You’ll also want to check out the roof top Wild Pony Bar overlooking the bay. It’s the perfect spot to relax while watching one of OC’s stunning sunsets. The Frog Bar, located in the Inlet Village at 806 S. Atlantic Avenue has a great build-your-own-breakfast special that runs from 8-11 a.m. and free coffee is included with any purchase. While The Frog Bar may be family friendly, the drinks still flow, as happy hour is from 3-6 p.m. with $2 domestic drafts, $5 crushes and frozen drinks are just $4.99, plus appetizers are also reduced. Check out The Frog Bar’s add in this issue of OC Today for special coupons that will bring you extra savings. Buddy’s Crabs & Ribs at 221 Wicomico Street and the bay is also a cool place to hang out while watching the sunset. Buddy’s brings you happy hour from open to close every day. Natty Bo’s For O’s and Natural Lights are only $1.79 and crushes are $5.50. Calamari, steamed See CATE Page 69

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Fin City Brewing Co. brewer Vince Wright and his wife, Michele, offer samples to guests attending the seventh annual Brews on the Beach festival at Hooper’s Crab House in West Ocean City last Saturday.

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Nick Calver of Calver Brewing, pours some of his company’s beer during the seventh annual Brews on the Beach festival at Hooper’s Crab House in West Ocean City.

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Believe In Tomorrow volunteer Gene Ringsdorf provides assistance during the Sept. 12 craft beer festival.

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Scott Vogt serves tastings of DuClaw Brewing beers during last Saturday’s festival at Hooper’s. Event proceeds will benefit Believe in Tomorrow’s Children’s House by the Sea in Ocean City.

The Lasher family, visiting Ocean City from Germany, had fun at Planet Maze on 33rd Street last week.

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Taking care of customers at the Greene Turtle on Route 611 in West Ocean City last Saturday, from left, are Janene Keay, Triston Chang and Alessandra Field.

Lynsey Kanski, left, is joined by Desi Bauer and Bob Kanski at Fat Fish in West Ocean City last Saturday.

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clams and Chincoteague oysters are all under $6.50 and all crab are steamed to order. If you’re a little bit happy to see the summer fade away because that means football season is upon us, then you’re probably going to want to partake in NFL Freakin Insanity at Pizza Tugos Tap Room on the corner of routes 50 and 611 in West Ocean City. It is officially team neutral for NFL worshipers. You can catch the game on the new 75” HDTVs and enjoy all-you-can-eat wings and pizza for just $9.99. Plus, Pizza Tugos has one of the best craft beer selections in the area! Check out more info at www.pizzatugos.com. Fat Fish OC at 12703 Sunset Avenue in West Ocean City is also hoping to lure in some of this week’s Bike Week visitors by hosting a biker brunch on Friday, Sept. 18 and Saturday, Sept. 19 at 10 a.m. There will also be extra tables set up outside to accommodate a large crowd. On Sundays you can watch the game at Fat Fish and enjoy its five Natty Lights/15 wings for just $20 special. Harborside Bar & Grille on South Harbor Road in West OC is also catering to NFL lovers by offering various food and drink specials during all games. Happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 4-7 p.m. and there is live entertainment daily. Check out www.weocharborside.com for more information on everything that Harborside has coming up. The Decatur Diner on Route 611 in West OC is by far one of the best eateries in the area. If you’re looking for a filling meal and fast service then this is a great choice. Plus, if you’re up for a challenge you can always order the Decatur Diner’s famous Pipeline Burger. If you’re able to finish it then your name gets added to one of the surfboards on the wall. The Decatur Diner is also conveniently located right on the way to the very popular Assateague Island. If you call ahead you can easily pick up food to take out to the beach with you. The Greene Turtle, on Route 611 in West Ocean City, may have been voted OC’s Best Burgers but it also

has some of the best ribs, fresh salads and steak around. Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 4-7 p.m. and there are nightly drink specials. The Greene Turtle West offers up live entertainment from local artists. Check out more information at www.thegreeneturtle.com. If you’re in town for OC BikeFest then I’d suggest you take some time to check out Berlin, located just a few minutes away from downtown Ocean City. There is a reason that this historic area was officially named “America’s Coolest Small Town” in 2014 and if you ask any of the locals why, they’ll be sure to rattle off at least five different reasons. Aside from being the antique capital of the Eastern Shore, Main Street in Berlin is alive with specialty shops. It also features some of the best restaurants around, all within walking distance of historic Main Street. Check out www.berlinmainstreet.com for more information on this great little town and all that it has to offer. Summer may have ended but there is still quite a bit going on here in OCMD. Don’t forget that the Atlantic General Hospital Foundation’s 22nd annual Fall Golf Classic Tournament will be held on Thursday, Sept. 24, rain or shine at the Ocean City Golf Club. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. The player entry fee will include lunch, dinner and beverages while playing on the course. For more information, visit www.atlanticgeneral.org/golf. Also, a Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show will run from Friday, Sept. 25 through Sunday, Sept. 27 at the OC Convention Center on 40th Street, bayside. Check out www.treasuresoftheearth.com for all of the details. The OC Cruzers return to Somerset Street Plaza between the Boardwalk and Baltimore Avenue on Sunday, Sept. 27 for a new car show and live music event. The fun starts at 2:30 p.m. and you can call call 410-289-7739 for more info. If you know of, or have an event coming up that deserves a mention, then email me the details at cate@oceancitytoday.net.

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NOW PLAYING BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-7575 www.bjsonthewater.com Sept. 18: Thin Ice, 9 p.m. Sept. 19: Full Circle, 9 p.m. Sept. 23: Time Out, 5 p.m. BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH 116th Street, behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium Ocean City 443-664-2896 www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com Sept. 18: Dave Sherman, 7-11 p.m. Sept. 19: TBA, 8 p.m. to midnight Sept. 20: Phobia Trio, 4-7 p.m.; Just Jay, 7-10 p.m. Sept. 23: Open mic Dave Sherman and jam, 8 p.m. to midnight Sept. 24: Tailgate party w/Simple Truth, 5-9 p.m. BRASS BALLS SALOON Boardwalk, between 11th and 12th streets Ocean City 410-289-0069 Every Friday & Saturday: Karaoke w/O’Andy, 9 p.m. CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th St. & Baltimore Ave. Ocean City 410-289-7192 www.captainstableoc.com Every Friday, Saturday, Monday & Thursday: Phil Perdue CASINO AT OCEAN DOWNS 10218 Racetrack Road Berlin 410-641-0600 www.oceandowns.com Sept. 18: Monkee Paw, 4:30-8:30 p.m. Sept. 19: The Allie Cats, 4:30-8:30 p.m.; Everett Spells, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. COCONUTS BEACH BAR AND GRILL In the Castle in the Sand Hotel 37th Street oceanfront Ocean City 410-289-6846 www.castleinthesand.com Sept. 18: Darin Engh, noon to 4 p.m.; John LaMere, 5-9 p.m. Sept. 19: John Remy & Joe Smooth, noon to 4 p.m.; Kevin Poole & the Gang, 5-9 p.m. Sept. 20: Ginger Duo, noon to 3 p.m.; Copper Sky, 4-8 p.m. Sept. 21: Bob Wilkinson & Joe Smooth, 4-8 p.m. Sept. 22: Monkee Paw, 4-8 p.m. Sept. 23: Chris Button & Joe Mama, 4-8 p.m. Sept. 24: Kevin Poole & Joe Mama, 4-8 p.m.

THIN ICE BJ’s on the Water: Friday, Sept. 18, 9 p.m.

COINS 28th Street and Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-289-3100 www.coinspub.com Sept. 18-19: Tranzfusion, 9 p.m. THE COVE AT OCEAN PINES YACHT CLUB 1 Mumford’s Landing Road Ocean Pines 410-641-7501 www.oceanpines.org Sept. 18: 2 Much Stuff, 6-10 p.m. Sept. 19: Aaron Aaron Howell Howell Trio, 6-10 p.m. Sept. 20: Tor & Coastal Storm, 5-9 p.m. COWBOY COAST COUNTRY SALOON AND STEAKHOUSE 17th Street and Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-289-6331 www.cowboycoastoc.com Sept. 18: Poverty Ridge, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Sept. 20: Sam Grow, 9 p.m. DUFFY’S TAVERN 130th Street in the Montego Bay Shopping Center 410-250-1449 www.duffysoc.com Sept. 18: Bob Hughes, 5-8 p.m. DUNES MANOR 28th Street, Oceanfront

Ocean City 410-289-1100 www.dunesmanor.com Every Friday-Sunday: Ms. Shirley or Ellsworth on the piano, 7-11 p.m. Every Wednesday-Thursday: Ms. Shirley or Ellsworth on the piano, 7-11 p.m. FAGER’S ISLAND 60th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-5500 www.fagers.com Sept. 18: Kevin Poole, 5 p.m.; DJ Hook, 9 p.m.; Stolen Rhodes, 10 p.m. Sept. 19: DJ Greg, 5:30 p.m.; DJ Groove, 9:30 p.m.; The Loop, 10 p.m. Everett Spells Sept. 20: Everett Spells, brunch Sept. 21: DJ Gregg, 5:30 p.m.; DJ RobCee, 9:30 p.m. Sept. 24: Bryan Clark, 6 p.m. GUIDOS BURRITOS 33rd Street and Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-524-3663 www.guidosburritos.com Every Tuesday: DJ Gyp Z, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Every Thursday: DJ Wax, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 S. Harbor Road West Ocean City

410-213-1846 www.ocharborside.com Sept. 18: DJ Bill T, 4 p.m. Sept. 19: Simple Truth, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. Sept. 20: Opposite Directions, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Billy T, 7 p.m. Sept. 21: Blake Haley, 4 p.m.; DJ Billy T, 8 p.m. Sept. 22: Funk Shue, Blake Haley 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sept. 23: Nate Clendenen, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sept. 24: Opposite Directions, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. HARPOON HANNA’S Route 54 and the bay Fenwick Island, Del. 800-227-0525 302-539-3095 www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com Sept. 18: Dave Hawkins, 5-10 p.m.; DJ Mikey J, 10 p.m. Sept. 19: Dave Sherman, 5-10 p.m. Sept. 20: Kevin Poole, 5-9 p.m. Sept. 24: The Poole Brothers, 5-9 p.m. HOOTERS Rt. 50 & Keyser Point Road West Ocean City 410-213-1841 www.hootersofoc.com Sept. 18: Push, 8 p.m. Sept. 19: Push, 3 p.m. JOHNNY’S PIZZA & PUB 56th Street, bayside

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NOW PLAYING Ocean City 410-524-7499 www.johnnyspizzapub.com Sept. 18: It’s About Time, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sept. 19: Los Swamp Monsters, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Every Wednesday: Randy Lee Ashcraft and the Saltwater Cowboys, 9 p.m.

Element K, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; The Amish Outlaws, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Sept. 19: Jim Long Band, 5-9 p.m.; Element K, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Gypsy Jim Long Wisdom, 10 p.m. Sept. 20: Power Play w/Jim Long, 5-9 p.m. Sept. 24: Full Circle Duo, 5-9 p.m.

KY WEST RESTAURANT & BAR 54th Street Ocean City 443-664-2836 www.kywestoceancity.com Every Saturday: DJ Rhoadie M.R. DUCKS Talbot Street and the bay Ocean City 410-289-9125 www.mrducksbar.com Sept. 18: Dr. Harmonica and Rocket 88, 5-9 p.m. Sept. 19: Johnny Bling, 4-9 p.m. Sept. 20: Naked Nation, 4-9 p.m. MACKY’S BAYSIDE BAR & GRILL 53rd Street and Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-723-5565 www.mackys.com Sept. 18: DJ Cowboy, 10 p.m. Sept. 19: DJ Adam Dutch, 10 p.m.

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) Visit beautiful private residences in Ocean City and the surrounding areas during the Art League of Ocean City’s 11th annual Sandcastle Home Tour slated for next Thursday and Friday, Sept. 24-25, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The self-guided tour takes participants to a variety of homes at their own pace from oceanfront to bayside in the resort, West Ocean City, Lighthouse Sound in Bishopville and Ocean Pines with proceeds benefiting the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street. “It’s something different to do and a great way to spend a day with friends, as a couple or with a group,” said Rina Thaler, executive director of the Art League of Ocean City. “At the same time, you are supporting the arts and helping to promote Ocean City as an arts destination.” The event is limited to the first 1,000 people. The cost is $30, with 11 homes featured on the tour including a new oceanfront condominium in the Gateway Grand on 48th Street. “It always sells out, although there are usually tickets the day before or on the day of,” Thaler said. Limiting the number of tickets makes it exclusive, eliminates lines at the houses and allows for a route to follow, she added. “Home tours are powerful and are highlighted by the generosity of people who open their homes to the public,” Thaler said. There will be 300 volunteer docents who will staff each home during the two-day event and answer questions about the residence. “The tour provides great decorating ideas…” Thaler said. The First Lady of Maryland and avid art supporter, Yumi Hogan, will be the honorary chair for this year’s Sandcastle Home Tour. “For many years, the Art League of

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The bay front home of John and Lisa Kristick in Ocean Pines, newly built in 2013 and tastefully decorated with spacious simplicity and clean lines, is featured on the 2015 Sandcastle Home Tour.

Ocean City strived very hard to create a special communal place for its residents to pursue arts, inspire themselves and find resources in their hometown,” Hogan stated in a release. “The newly-built Ocean City Center for the Arts has made those wishes come true for many artists and will inspire the growth of new talent in the art scene.” Along the same lines, the home tour helped fund the creation of the twoyear-old Arts Center on 94th Street and continues to benefit the non-profit with ticket sales going toward sustaining the building and providing programs. “It has grown so much and is our biggest fundraiser of the year,” Thaler said. The Sandcastle Home Tour takes place Sept. 24-25 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets cost $30 per person and include an 85-page guidebook, driving

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directions and special offers. Tickets are available at www.artleagueofoceancity.org or by calling 410-524-9433. In addition, Monkeys Trunk in West Ocean City, the Robin Walter Salon in Ocean Pines and Casual Designs in Berlin will also be selling tour tickets.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Hand-dipped chocolate strawberries easy to make By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) It is truly fascinating how we as a society justify assumption. One might argue it is plausible to take for granted what one knows; however, the realm of reality is not always actuality. Therefore, certainty of truth can be up for debate. For some, the thought of grocery shopping is a mere passing that facilitates the need for our daily bread. Racing to the grocery store and purchasing items in record fashion equates time to move on to more pertinent matters. This weekly chore is a necessity and does not constitute a pleasurable experience. But these sentiments are not shared by all. There are those whose sensorial encounter comes alive in the presence of the bounties we are about to receive. A trip to the supermarket can be nothing short of pure pleasure; a cornucopia of gorgeous vegetables and stunning fruits can indeed be mesmerizing. Each one is an incredible feat and adoration simmers with each passing thought. How many times has one eaten a strawberry without giving it a second thought. If you were to deconstruct the path of maturity, one would take in a world of knowledge and wonder. An intrigued foodie would question where did this luscious fruit originate? How many seeds are on the outside skin? Are strawberries considered an actual berry? On that note, let us delve into the allure and intricacies of this sweet, popular produce. Records indicate strawberries grew wild in Italy dating back to 234 B.C. But it was not until the late 13th century that they were first cultivated. Here in the United States, early settlers found Native Americans growing them as early as 1643. After 1860, strawberries were widely grown in the U.S. and considered a popular commodity. Strawberries belong to the genus Fragaria which is a member of the rose family. Botanists do not classify the strawberry as a true berry; true berries have seeds inside. A strawberry has approximately 200 seeds on the outside (each of which is technically considered a separate fruit). Strawberries have long been associated with love. At wedding breakfasts in provincial France, newlyweds traditionally were served a soup of thinned sour cream, strawberries, borage and powdered sugar. According to Berry Fun Facts, if all the strawberries produced in California in one year were laid berry to berry, they would wrap around the world 17 times.

Do not wash strawberries until ready to use. They can easily become waterlogged. So wash them quickly and make sure they are dried thoroughly. Food for thought: Do not take food for granted. Each wondrous blessing has its own unique, culinary story. Also, we are very fortunate when it comes to food and thankfulness should begin with every meal. That being said, hand-dipped chocolate strawberries are simple to make and add a flavor of exquisiteness to any occasion. A garnish of powdered sugar and baby’s breath is the piece de resistance and sets the tone for a memorable occasion. Enjoy!

Ingredients

1 pound fresh strawberries 2 cups (12 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate ½ cup (3 ounces) white chocolate, optional for drizzling powdered sugar as a garnish baby’s breath as a garnish * You will need a double-boiler or a heatproof bowl with saucepan. 1. Rinse the strawberries and genSee SPRINKLE Page 74

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Sprinkle strawberries with powdered sugar and serve Continued from Page 73 tly pat dry with paper towels. They need to be completely dry before dipping. 2. Fill the bottom of the doubleboiler or saucepan with two inches of water and bring the water to a simmer. Place the chocolate into the top of the double-boiler or heatproof bowl and place over the simmering water. Allow the chocolate to melt, stirring occasionally, until no more lumps remain. Remove the bowl with the chocolate from the heat. 3. Set the bowl of melted chocolate in front of you on a heat resistant surface. Place the dried strawberries to your left. Line a baking sheet with parchment and place it to your right. (Reverse order if you are lefthanded). 4. Working with one strawberry at a time, grasp the strawberry by the top leaves and dip it into the chocolate. Turn or swirl the strawberry as needed to completely coat with chocolate. Lift the strawberry and gently shake to remove any excess chocolate. 5. Carefully lay the dipped strawberry on its side on the baking sheet. Repeat the dipping process with the remaining strawberries.

6. Allow the strawberries to sit until the chocolate coating is set and dry to touch. If time is of the essence, you can put the baking sheet in the refrigerator to speed this along. 7. When the chocolate is firm, melt the white chocolate in 10-second intervals in the microwave, stirring after each 10-second interval. 8. Transfer the melted white chocolate to a small Ziploc bag. Push the melted white chocolate to one corner of the bag, then snip a tiny corner off the bag. Squeezing the bag gently; drizzle the white chocolate over the strawberries. Use big sweeps, moving back and forth over the entire baking sheet. 9. Let the white chocolate set or place in the refrigerator again for several minutes. 10. Just before serving, sprinkle strawberries with powdered sugar and garnish with baby’s breath. *Chocolate-covered strawberries can be refrigerated for several days, but after 24 hours the presentation starts to decline. Secret Ingredient - Secrets. “Man is not what he thinks he is, he is what he hides.” — Andre Malraux

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) One of Ocean City’s favorite events returns to the resort next Thursday as locals and visitors bid farewell to summer and welcome fall with four days of arts and crafts, live entertainment, food and family fun at the 41st annual Sunfest. The festival kicks off Thursday, Sept. 24, in the inlet parking lot under large tents with more than 250 vendors and food booths selling treasures and tasty treats all weekend long, Sept. 24-27. Sunfest drew more than 200,000 visitors to the downtown area last

year and about the same attendance is expected next weekend. “With how great the summer has been and what the town has done, we expect a successful Sunfest this year,” said Frank Miller, special events director for the Town of Ocean City. “It has become a family tradition and is the anchoring event to celebrate the season.” The festival kicks off its 41st year at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, with a parade down the Boardwalk from 13th Street at the Beach Plaza Hotel to the inlet featuring Stephen Decatur

High School’s marching band, cheerleaders and choir in addition to Ocean City fire trucks. At the conclusion of the parade, Sunfest will open at 10 a.m. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:15 a.m. led by Mayor Rick Meehan with performances by the marching band, cheerleaders and choir members. “One of the greatest things about Sunfest is that there is something for everyone,” said Jessica Waters, communications manager for the Town of Ocean City. “Whether you are going

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‘Something for everyone’ at Sunfest Tickets for the headlining acts are on sale at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center box office on 40th Street. Box office hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Guests can buy tickets by calling Ticketmaster at 800-551-7328 or visiting www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the festival grounds until they sell out. In addition to live music, hundreds of local, regional and national vendors will be at Sunfest selling a smorgasbord of items from jewelry and paintings to ceramics and beef jerky. “We have more than 180 arts and crafts artists,” Miller said. “There is absolutely a mix of everyone’s favorites to new food items and more corporate vendors that we hope to expand in years to come.” Guests can watch 12 artists create wares in the demonstration tent and purchase them on the spot. For children, there will be hayrides on the beach, inflatables, a climbing wall and a craft tent. Sunfest hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, Sept. 24-26, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 27. “An event that began as an effort by a handful of business owners to bring visitors back to Ocean City during the month of September has now grown into the top rated classic and

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contemporary craft show in the country,” Waters said. Because parking is limited, visitors should consider taking the resort bus to the festival grounds. The West Ocean City Park and Ride on Route 50, just west of the bridge, provides free parking and a $3 ride-all-day shuttle service to and from South Division Street, a block from Sunfest. The Special Event express shuttle service will pick visitors up from the convention center, where they can park for free, and take them directly to Sunfest for a $3 ride-all-day fare. The Boardwalk tram will also be in service during Sunfest with fares running $3 each way. For more information on bus fares, call Ocean City Transportation at 410-723-1606. Visit http://ococean.com/sunfest for the full schedule of Sunfest enter-

tainment or call 800-626-2326 for more information. In conjunction with the festival, the 36th annual Sunfest Kite Festival will take place Sept. 24-27 on the beach between Third and Sixth streets, bringing four days of kite-flying to the resort. Thousands of guests come out each year to see master kite flyers from around the world and to participate in a variety of family-friendly activities including games with the chance to win prizes, kite competitions, workshops and relays. On Saturday at 1 p.m., the first 100 children between the ages of 5 and 12 will receive a free kite. There will be professionals on hand to assist children with assembling and launching. Call 410-289-7855 or visit www.kiteloft.com for more information.

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MEMORIAL RIDE Hundreds of motorcycles make their way down the Boardwalk to North Division Street last Friday during the 9/11 Parade of Brothers Memorial Ride.

ART RECEPTION Worcester County commissioner Joe Mitrecic, left, his mother, Bonnie, and Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan were guests at the First Friday reception at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street, Sept. 4.

TOP DESIGN The Worcester County Art Council has announced that Anna Hulslander, who attended this year's Summer Arts Camp for children, has been named winner of the T-shirt logo design contest. Her design was selected out of more than 20 entries submitted for the contest. It will be printed on T-shirts and worn by all campers who participate in 2016 Summer Arts Camp for children. Hulslander attended the opening reception at the Arts Council Gallery held on Sept. 11, where she was presented with an award certificate.

GRANT AWARDED TO WSW NEW SCHOOL YEAR James Walker settles into his third grade class with Rebecca Fetters at Seaside Christian Academy.

The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore (CFES) awarded a $5,000 Community Needs Grant to Women Supporting Women (WSW) to support a breast cancer survivor nutritional and lifestyle program entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cooking for the New Me.â&#x20AC;? Pictured, from left, are Sue Revelle, executive director, mentoring coordinator, WSW; Cindy Feist, director of Fund Development, WSW; Emily Rantz, director of Community Relations, WSW; and Erica Joseph, president, CFES. Women Supporting Women was established to provide awareness, education and support to all those who are affected by breast cancer.

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Stephen Decatur High School National Honor Society members Hailey Williams and Katie Withers are all smiles while giving tours during Freshman Seahawk Day. Stephen Decatur opened its doors prior to the start of school to all 380-plus incoming freshmen so that they would be prepared on Sept. 8.

THANKS FOR VISIT WELCOME PARENTS Worcester Preparatory School staff and volunteers from the Parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Association host a New Parent Coffee to welcome families to WPS. Pictured, from left, are Darlene Townsend, Tina and Alan Halle, WPS Director of Admissions and Marketing, Tara Becker and Mark and Klaudia Hall.

FIVE-YEAR SERVICE AWARDS Wor-Wic Community College employees received awards for five years of service during a recent all-staff meeting at the college. In front row, from left, are Thomas Bissell Jr. of Berlin and Lisa Glacken of Bishopville; second row, Diana Mills of Delmar, Md., Ashley Schmitt of Fruitland, Patricia L. Riley of Hebron, Cheryl T. Cotten of Hurlock and Tracy Knoblock of Pittsville, and in back, Roger Frye, Jill Heathfield, Nora L. Lebois, Melissa Reddish, Lisa Timmons and Deborah S. Wilson of Salisbury. Not pictured are Laura Barker and Marian Kanski of Berlin, Deana Kenney of Delmar, Md., and Rachel Jones of Snow Hill.

Rotary District 7630's Governor Rob Hemmon, left, receives gifts from Arlan Kinney, Ocean City/Berlin Rotary Club president during his visit to the club on Aug. 26. Rotary District 7630 consists of 40 Rotary Clubs throughout Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore. The local club meets every Wednesday at the Captain's Table Restaurant on 15th Street in Ocean City at 6 p.m.

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OCBP asks beachgoers to always swim near lifeguard public drinking, vehicles on beach and fires on beach, remain in effect throughout the year. Another difference in the beach during the fall season is surfing. Ocean City Beach Patrol Capt. Butch Arbin will allow modified surfing along the entire beach, except where guards are posted. The beach patrol keeps the swimmers in front or near their stand and the surfers are encouraged to congregate away from the swimmers. This is a time of the year the surfers enjoy. They can surf while the patrol is on duty and not be confined to designated surfing beaches like they are during the summer. Surfers must still utilize an ankle leash and remain 50 yards from the nearest swimmer. Having surfers in the vicinity often proves valuable in saving lives. It is helpful to have the extra floatation devices in the water at this time of year when the coverage is spread over larger spans of beach. It is not unusual for surfers to aid a distressed swimmer and keep them afloat until a Surf Rescue Technician can reach them and take them safely back to shore. Although surfing is modified, the

beach patrol still reserves the right to prohibit surfing in certain areas or under certain conditions. By enactment of section 106-94 (11) the City Council allows the use of SUPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beginning on the Monday following Labor Day, on any day that surfing is modified. There are specific requirements included in the ordinance and can be accessed on the towns website. The use of skim boards and other watercraft (kite surfers, windsurfers, kayaks, etc) is still prohibited. SRTs will be on duty daily between 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. To aide your SRT, the beach patrol suggests taking extra precautions and make sure to walk the short distance to the nearest lifeguard stand and check in with the Surf Rescue Technician and always swim in the vicinity of the SRT on duty. The first priority of the Ocean City Beach Patrol continues to be public safety. We strongly encourage all beach patrons to restrict any beach or water related activities to times when beach patrol personnel are on duty, never swim alone, always stay with the limits of their ability and never rely on a flotation device.

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By Josh Davis Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) Everything is coming full circle for Eastern Shore native Jimmy Charles. The singer/songwriter, whose career was launched in part by appearances on popular television shows including American Idol

and Nashville Star, recently became the spokesperson for prostate cancer nonprofit ZeroCancer.org thanks to his hit single “Superman.” On Sunday, Sept. 20, Charles will perform during the 9th annual ZERO Prostate Cancer Challenge/Baltimore, sponsored by Chesapeake Urology, at

Towson University. The event includes 10K and 5K races, a 1-mile fun walk and a Kids Superhero Dash for Dad. Born in Wilmington, Del., the 35year-old moved to the area at a young age. He grew up in and around Ocean City, Berlin and Ocean Pines, and graduated from Stephen Decatur

High School in 1998. Seven years ago he moved to Nashville, the music nerve center of the country – if not the world. At first, it wasn’t an easy transition. “It’s the all stars,” Charles said. “It’s difficult because the venues don’t want to pay – people will actually pay the venues sometimes just for an opportunity to play in Nashville in hopes of being discovered.” During those early days, Charles said he played “every honkytonk in town.” “A lot of people move to this town, and a lot of people move out real fast,” he said. “It’s broken me down, but it shows if you really want it or not.” In 2010, Charles caught his first big break, appearing on Season 9 of American Idol. “That was the most exciting and nerve-racking experience of my life, both at the same time,” he said. “I had been out in Nashville for over a year. All of a sudden, boom, I got a ticket to Hollywood. I was on the commercials so people knew I was going to be on, and they started talking about me before I even went out there on some of the local radio stations. It brought a lot of attention to what I had been doing, and I still have a lot of people that follow my career from there.” Charles didn’t win Season 9, but the lessons he learned helped him on the road to “Superman.” Several years later, thanks to a connection with Chesapeake Urology – he had attended nearby Towson University – Charles was asked to play a benefit for the nonprofit. “I had made some friends at Chesapeake Urology that had been following my career ever since I left Baltimore, and they asked me just to come perform,” he said. “I do as many charity events as I can without becoming a charity case myself, and I just volunteered to be a part of the races that they have.” A week after he was invited to perform, Zero Cancer asked Charles to write a song that could convince men to have their prostates checked. “I said, ‘what?’ How am I going to say that? Do I make it into a joke? Then I started to think about it, and I realized that there was a huge opportunity here,” he said. Charles had been touched by cancer, having lost family members, including his own father last year. Then, Zero Cancer connected Charles with a local champion of the cause, Phil Shulka, a stage-three cancer survivor. “He was given a very slim chance of making it, but he battled through and he is now eight years out, cancer free,” Charles said. “He is now a mentor at Chesapeake Urology. His only job is to wake up in the morning and, if they have someone that has just been diagnosed with cancer, he will go to their bedsides, he will give them

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Charles to perform hit song, ‘Superman,’ during Sun. event phone calls, and he will say, ‘hey, I’m living proof that you can beat this.’” Charles had found his “Superman.” He flew Shulka to Nashville and, with the help of songwriting partner Goose Gossett, penned the song that would change his life. Last year he played the song live for the first time during the annual Baltimore Zero event. Then, almost a year later, on Sept. 1, 2015, the video for the song debuted on CMT. It was a long, hard road, from Wilmington, to Ocean City, to Baltimore, to Nashville, but Charles had arrived. “I am a very, very busy man all of the sudden,” he said. “I remember waking up in the morning and being so frustrated because there was so many things I wanted to do and I just couldn’t do them. You need money to do certain things. You need a song like this. Now I wake up in the morning and I’m going to radio stations. I’ve got phone interviews. It’s all kinds of stuff. I just got back from Cincinnati and I’m about to leave Nashville tomorrow and I won’t be back until October.” On the morning the video debuted Charles posted links on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, then sat back and watched the world literally vibrate. “With American Idol there was some cool stuff that happened, definitely,” he said. “I got a lot more traction, and a lot of phone calls, a lot of text messages. But when this happened I thought my phone was literally going to explode. “It was a great feeling because I had worked so hard in Nashville for seven years to never give up and to fight through – it just feels so great,” Charles continued. “And with a song like this, it’s not just some summertime beer-drinking song. This is something that I get to go out and save people’s lives and create awareness and touch people. It’s truly been amazing.” With the success of the song, Charles was asked to be the national spokesperson for Zero Cancer, and has now performances lined up across the country. Still, despite his globetrotting, he said this weekend’s

concert in Baltimore would be particularly special. “Baltimore is like my homecoming – it’s where everything started,” he said. “I’ve already sang it for them and they’ve already been introduced to it, but it is a homecoming for me. Ocean City and Baltimore – that’s my hometown.” Charles also teased an upcoming performance south of the Bay Bridge. In December, he helped raise $4,750 during a Coastal Hospice benefit in Ocean Pines. Fans should stay tuned to his social media sites for another holiday benefit in the area. For information about Zero Cancer, visit www.zerocancer.org/ jimmycharles. To follow Charles, visit www.facebook.com/jimmycharleslive.

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Fall Frisbee competition kicks off Monday By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Sept. 18, 2015) With the days growing shorter and the temperatures beginning to dip, even the hardiest of Frisbee enthusiasts must conclude the summertime disc season is drawing to a close. Now in its third season, Frisbee players from both the Beach Ultimate league and the regular Monday pick-up games will join forces to rent lights at the Northern Worcester Athletic Complex off Route 113 in Berlin to continue playing for the next eight weeks, beginning this Monday night at 6 p.m. Spaces are still available. The cost

is $65 per person, $40 of which goes to the county to pay for the lights and the rest to fund a team jersey. “We’re going for set mixed teams in a series and we’ll be changing the teams up so everyone gets a chance to play with everyone else,” organizer Alex “AJ” Jacoski said. During the spring and summer leagues, teams are formed ad hoc and generally only last for that night’s games. To change things up this year, Jacoski decided to tighten up the organization of the fall league to see if keeping set teams can work. “The league will feature mixedgender teams of players 18 and older,

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good basic understanding of the rules and can help new players acclimate. “We emphasize a concept known as the ‘spirit of the game,’ which means different things at different levels. Here, we stress two things: safety and fun,” he explained. “But fun is the top priority. With these players, we’re interested in playing good ultimate. We often lose track of the score — there are a lot of club players and a couple of pros.” Jacoski plays professional Ultimate Frisbee on the American Ultimate Disc League’s DC Breeze team with Ocean City local Bryant Dean. See GIVING Page 87

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Continued from Page 86 The area has generated two professional players with many more trying out or training to try out for the next season. As Jacoski and his league members work to reinforce Ocean City and the surrounding towns as a hub for quality ultimate training, Jacoski is focusing on the next step while keeping a watchful eye on the successes he’s already built. “Giving youth the opportunity to play is our next big thing, and we think going through school programs is the best way to achieve this,” he said. Find Ocean City Beach Ultimate on Facebook or call Jacoski at 267241-9403.

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(Sept. 18, 2015) This year marks the 50th anniversary of Assateague Island National Seashore and everyone is invited to the party. Guests can enjoy an entrance fee free three-day weekend in the Maryland district, Sept. 19-21. There will be programs and activities for children and families to enjoy in both the Maryland and Virginia districts of Assateague Island National Seashore. On Saturday in the Maryland district, join the annual Coastal Cleanup at 8:30 a.m. and then stay for the 50th anniversary celebration from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come out to North Ocean Beach day-use area in the national seashore for 1960’s beach music with DJ Sky Brady, sand sculptor George Zaiser, birthday cake, cupcakes and drinks, 1960’s-era games for children and families to play and be sure to sign the birthday card. Sunday in the Maryland district offers a full day of programs including an aquarium talk, clamming and crabbing programs and a very special guest speaker, Eastern Shore local historian, Tom Wimbrow at 2:30 p.m. in the Environmental Education Center. The Virginia district offers two funfilled days of programs and activities on anniversary weekend. On Saturday, start the day off surf fishing or kayaking, stop in at the

Toms Cove Visitor Center for a fascinating “Ocean Pharmacy” program, become an Assateague detective while searching for clues to solve beach mysteries and be sure to hang out for a special beach campfire with a “1960’s flavor” complete with s’mores at 6 p.m. On Sunday, participate in a morning bird walk or marine exploration, kayak the cove or stop by the visitor center throughout the day for a variety of critter and plant programs. Kayak trips are $20 per person and require reservations, all other programs are free. Entrance fees are in effect in the Virginia district. Visit www.nps.gov/asis for the full weekend schedule. Assateague Island was identified in a 1934 survey by the National Park Service and Department of the Interior as one of 12 areas along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts suitable for a national seashore recreation area. Consequently, numerous bills supporting establishment of the national seashore were introduced annually to Congress but with no action taken. In 1943, the Fish and Wildlife Service, another federal bureau interested in Assateague, and the Department of the Interior established the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge on the Virginia end of the island. In the

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Programs and activities on tap for entire family to enjoy intervening years, most of the Maryland portion of Assateague was purchased for private development. Residential construction, road and infrastructure development were well underway, including a failed attempt to build a bridge to the island. Interestingly, on multiple occasions the state proposed creation of a state park on Assateague without result. Then, in 1956, the developer adeptly donated 540 acres to Maryland in exchange for creation of a new state park and construction of a bridge. March 6, 1962, a powerful storm hit Assateague, over-washed the island and destroyed most of the development’s roads and structures. This infamous “Ash Wednesday” storm provided an unexpected opportunity for the Department of the Interior to acquire the remaining portion of Assateague Island as a national seashore. Assateague Island National Seashore was officially established Sept. 21, 1965 by President Lyndon B. Johnson. Most of the Maryland district is managed by the National Park Service as Assateague Island National Seashore. The state manages two miles of the Maryland district as Assateague State Park. The Virginia district is managed by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service as Chincoteague National Wildlife

Refuge. The National Park Service operates the Toms Cove Visitor Center and a recreational beach within the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. Assateague Island is one of the largest and last surviving Mid-Atlantic barrier islands containing intact coastal habitats where the full range of natural processes occur with little or no human interference. The 32,000 acres of marine and estuarine waters within the seashore are a protected vestige of the high quality aquatic ecosystems that once occurred throughout the Mid-Atlantic coastal region of the United States. The seashore’s habitats support a broad array of aquatic and terrestrial species, many of which are rare, uniquely adapted to life at the edge of the sea, and dependent upon natural ecosystem processes undisturbed by humans. Amidst the highly developed Mid-Atlantic region, the seashore’s coastal resources provide unique opportunities for nature-based recreation, education, solitude and inspiration. In 2014, 2,170,681 visitors enjoyed high quality resource-compatible recreational experiences at Assateague spending $90,417,200 in communities near the park. That spending supported 1,241 jobs in the local area.

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(Sept. 18, 2015) Children and adults will get the chance to explore an assortment of work vehicles at Big Truck Day on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park in Ocean Pines. This annual free event, which is open to the public, will feature fire trucks, dump trucks, tractors and more. Vehicles will be open and available for touching and exploration. Police officers, firefighters and truck drivers will be on hand to offer information, and refreshments will be available for purchase. For more information, call the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department at 410-641-7052. Information regarding additional recreational programs, including an online version of the 2015 Fall Activity Guide, is available at www.OceanPines.org.

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Clean up OC and Assateague, Sat. Continued from Page 90 up to help with the local cleanups taking place in Ocean City, the marsh by the West Ocean City Park and Ride, Assateague National Seashore and Nassawango Creek Preserve in advance to ensure a T-shirt and that each location has a solid number of volunteers. “Don’t be hesitant, even if you can only give us an hour, its fine and we appreciate the help,” Likovich said. Ocean City’s cleanup launches at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19 at City Hall, on Baltimore Avenue at Third Street. Volunteers can register in advance by calling city Environmental Engineer Gail Blazer at 410-289-8221, Smith at 410-213-2297 or sign up onsite the day of the event. The town will provide trash bags and plastic gloves for the cleanup, which takes place throughout the city. A much-needed cleanup will take place at the Park and Ride in West Ocean City at 10 a.m. where the surrounding marshes are riddled with trash and access is difficult. The Ocean City maintenance department will be providing supplies including gloves and bags. Assateague Island will also host its cleanup on Sept. 19, at 9 a.m. at the North Beach Parking Lot on Assateague Island National Seashore and usually concludes around 11 a.m. Bring gloves, bug spray, sunscreen and

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‘The event also offers people the opportunity to access parts of the island that otherwise would be difficult to visit.’ Matt Heim, Assateague Coastal Trust The Assateague Coastkeeper will lead volunteers who wish to participate in the cleanup by boat, kayak or standup paddleboard. Bayside cleanup volunteers are asked to register at the North Beach parking lot before meeting the coastkeeper at 9 a.m. at the parking area for Old Ferry Landing on Assateague Island National Seashore. After the cleanup, a short ceremony to celebrate Assateague Island National Seashore’s 50th anniversary will commence on the beach in addition to music, a birthday cake, limbo, hula

hoop, Frisbee and other activities. “Assateague Island is a treasure and visited by millions of people every year. This event is an opportunity to take care of the island,” Heim said. A cleanup at Nassawango Creek is slated for 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 26 at the intersection of Route 12 and Old Stage Coach Lane in Snow Hill. Contact The Nature Conservancy’s Joe Fehrer at 410-430-1743 to register in advance or show up that morning to register onsite. All volunteers will receive a free Coastal Cleanup T-shirt bearing this year’s logo, while supplies last. “Some people have collected the Tshirts from the beginning,” Likovich said. The cleanups last about three hours and volunteers should bring bug spray, a hat, sun screen and water. Volunteers are encouraged to be prepared for all elements with the event held rain or shine. “You feel good after participating. We always have repeat volunteers and it’s a great day at the beach doing something positive,” Likovich said. “It’s a community effort and people strike up friendships along the way.” “It’s important for people to recognize the international effort and issue,” Smith said. “We hear people say all the time they do not understand the impact of trash on the environment until they see it at a cleanup.”

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Calendar Submit calendar items to: editor@oceancitytoday.net. Submission deadline is 5 p.m. Monday, the week of publication. Local submissions have priority. Area event listings are subject to space availability.

FRI. Sept. 18 OC BIKEFEST — Ocean City convention

center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Ocean City Inlet, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. National entertainment and bands, stunt shows, bike builders, vendors, food and beverages. Admission costs for the Inlet only are $40 event adult. A pass costs $30 a day for adults, $15 for ages 615 and free to those 5 and younger. Info: 262-642-7158, www.ocbikefest.com or chase@ocbikefest.com. Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway (behind St. Luke’s Church), Ocean City. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games begin at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments for sale. Info: 410-524-7994.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BINGO —

BERLIN BOOK OF THE MONTH — Berlin li-

brary, 220 N. Main St., 1 p.m. ‘The Husband’s Secret” by Liane Moriarty. Copies of books are available in advance at the library. Info: 410-641-0650.

WOMEN TALKING ABOUT WOMEN — Ocean

Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2 p.m. True Stories of Princesses in History. Reading selections based on women, their accomplishments, attitudes, challenges, etc. Selections are available at the library in advance. Info: 410-208-4014.

STORY TIME ‘COLORS’ — Ocean Pines li-

brary, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children. Info: 410208-4014.

SAT. Sept. 19

OC BIKEFEST — Ocean City convention

‘THE CAT DAYS OF FALL’ — Walmart, 11416

Ocean Gateway, Berlin, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be cats available for adoption, baked goods for purchase and raffle tickets. Adoption fees are $75 and include spay/neuter, immunizations, microchip and fecal exam. Free to any person over the age of 65 who adopts a cat over the age of 8. Info: www.worcestercountyhumanesociety.org or 410-213-0146.

BUILD IT! — Pocomoke library, 301 Mar-

ket St., 10 a.m. to noon. Build-it-yourself activities for children ages 18 months to 3 years. Info: 410-957-0878.

side Railroad Club, Clayton Crossing, 32422 Royal Blvd., Dagsboro, Del., Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., year round. See five layouts. Info: Bill Ziegler, wjziegler1@verizon.net or 302-5370964.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST — VFW, Post 8296, 104 66th St., bayside in Ocean City, 8-11 a.m. A $5 donation for all-you-can-eat pancakes or 2-2-2, two eggs, two pancakes and two bacon slices. Info: 410524-8196.

STAR CHARITIES - V.I.P. SOCIAL — Deer Run Golf Club, 8804 Logtown Road, Berlin, 5 p.m. Barbecue and chicken, cash bar and music of Johnny Cash by David Stone. Tickets cost $25 and benefit Wounded Soldier’s in Maryland. Tickets: Anna Foultz, 410-641-7667 and Barbara Mazzei, 410-208-0430.

FARMERS MARKET — White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Locally grown vegetables and fruits, eggs, honey, kettle korn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats and more. New vendors welcome. Info: 410641-7717, Ext. 3006.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BLESSING OF THE MOTORCYCLES — Columbus Hall,

SUN. Sept. 20

9901 Coastal Highway (behind St. Luke’s Church), Ocean City, noon. Info: 410-524-7994.

‘DANCING UNDER THE STARS’ — German-

town School Community Heritage Center, 10223 Trappe Road, Berlin, 7 p.m. Featuring oldies but goodies by DJ Super Grit II, hors d’oeuvres and free set-ups. BYOB. Tickets cost $20. Info: 410-641-0638.

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST BUFFET AND LUNCH TO FOLLOW — Willards Volunteer

Fire Company, 7370 Main St., 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Breakfast buffet, held 7-10:30 a.m., includes scrambled eggs, fried potatoes, sausage, ham, scrapple and pancakes. Cost is $9 for adults and free to children 12 and younger. Lunch, held 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., includes oyster fritters, crab cakes, hamburgers and cheeseburgers. Bake table items available.

PET ADOPTIONS FOR PET APPRECIATION WEEK — Berlin Tractor Supply Company, 10452 Old Ocean City Boulevard, Berlin, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Annual event to celebrate pet owners and their furry friends. Featuring pet adoptions, demonstrations on pet nutrition, drawings for $200 worth of gift cards and giveaways. Activities include Animal Training, Dog Wash and Pet Adoption. Info: 410-6410310, Facebook.com/TractorSupplyCo or TractorSupply.com.

Freeman Stage at Bayside, 31750 Lake View Drive, Selbyville, Del., 10 a.m. Showcasing live jazz performances and the work of local artists. Jazz performers include The Joe Baione Sextet at noon, Catherine Russell at 2 p.m. and the Cyrus Chestnut Trio at 4 p.m. An array of art vendors including painters, photographers, jewelry makers and potters. Admission is free. Food and beverages, including beer and wine, will be available. Take your own seating. Info: 302436-3015 or www.freemanstage.org.

8TH ANNUAL ARTS & JAZZ FESTIVAL —

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OC BIKEFEST — Ocean City convention

center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Ocean City Inlet, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. National entertainment and bands, stunt shows, bike builders, vendors, food and beverages. Admission costs for the Inlet only are $40 event adult. A pass costs $30 a day for adults, $15 for ages 615 and free to those 5 and younger. Info: 262-642-7158, www.ocbikefest.com or chase@ocbikefest.com.

GOSPEL CONCERT — St. Matthews By-

The-Sea United Methodist Church, 1000 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del., 7 p.m. Featuring “The Island Boys.” Freewill offering will be taken for the singers. Info: Rita Williams, 302-436-1562.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS — Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 2, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, noon to 1 p.m. Group shares experience, strength and hope to help others. Open to the community and to AGH patients. Info: Rob, 443-783-3529. SHARING SUNDAY — The Democratic

Women’s Club will collect non-perishable food, toiletries and paper products at the South Fire Station, on Ocean Parkway (South Gate), Ocean Pines. Info: 410-641-8553.

BELLS ACROSS AMERICA — In celebration of Constitution Week, General Levin Winder DAR Chapter is inviting all venues with a bell — this includes all churches, fire houses, city governments and even individuals — to ring bells at 10 a.m. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BREAKFAST SPECIAL — Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway (behind St. Luke’s Church), Ocean City, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Menu includes scrambled eggs, western omelet, bacon, sausage, home fries, chipped beef, toast, French toast, pancakes, blueberry pancakes, orange juice and coffee. Cost is $9 for adults and $4 for children 7 and younger. Info: 410-524-7994.

Front lawn of Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, 8:30 a.m., Sundays, through Sept. 27. Take a lawn chair or blanket. Held indoors during inclement weather. Info: 410-641-2186 or Bethany21811@gmail.com.

OUTDOOR CASUAL WORSHIP SERVICE —

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS #169 — At-

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

SUNDAY NIGHT SERENITY AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING — Woodlands in

Ocean Pines, Independent Living Apartment Building, 1135 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, 7:30 p.m.

MON. Sept. 21

LAP TIME — Ocean Pines library, 11107

Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. Children, ages 1 and younger, will be introduced to songs, games and finger plays. Info: 410-208-4014.

COMPARATIVE RELIGION — Ocean Pines

library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2 p.m. A 5week series to examine the history and tenets of the world’s major religions including Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Info: 410-208-4014.

GREAT BOOKS DISCUSSION — Ocean

Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:30-4 p.m. The group meets twice a month to discuss both classic and modern reading selections. Info: Dana Rosenfeld, 410652-8639.

KEEPING YOUR PET HEALTHY — Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 2 p.m Topics will include diet, exercise, dental care, first aid, simple remedies and knowing when to call the vet. Info: 410632-3495.

BARIATRIC SURGERY INFORMATION NIGHT — Atlantic General Hospital,

Conference Room 2, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Atlantic General Bariatric Center provides preand post-surgery consultations, nutrition education and support group meetings. Register: 410-629-6470. YMCA, 1900 Worcester Highway, Pocomoke City, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Free, interactive program that teaches people with high blood pressure how to better manage the condition. Pre-registration required: Dawn Denton, 410641-9268.

HEALTHY LIVING WITH HYPERTENSION —

Berlin group No. 169, Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 5-6:30 p.m.

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CALENDAR TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Info: Edna Berkey, 410-251-2083.

DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CLUB OF WORCESTER COUNTY MEETING — Ocean

Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway. Coffee at 9:30 a.m., meeting at 10 a.m. Brigette Southworth, from Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services, will be speaking about CASA for Children. All women are welcome. Info: 814-322-2119. Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 7-9 p.m. Info: 410-6416876.

DELMARVA CHORUS GUEST NIGHT —

CHRISTIAN SOCIAL CLUB — Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, Mondays, 6:308 p.m. Those 50 and older are welcome to enjoy games, activities, prayer, socialization and friendships. Light refreshments served. Info: Bethany21811@gmail.com or 410-641-2186. HISTORIC MUSEUM OPEN — Historic St.

Martin’s Church Museum, 11413 Worcester Highway, Showell, Mondays, 1-4 p.m., June through September. Info: 410-251-2849.

DELMARVA SWEET ADELINE CHORUS MEETS WEEKLY — The Delmarva Chorus,

Sweet Adeline’s, meets each Monday from 7-9 p.m., at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway. Women interested in learning the craft of a cappella singing welcome. Info: 410641-6876.

TUES. Sept. 22

E-READER CLASS — Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., 2 P.M. Learn how to download books from the public library to your E-reader. Attendees must know their e-mail address and password. Sign up: 410-957-0878. A NOSTALGIC WALK THROUGH OLD OCEAN CITY — Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal

Highway, 2 p.m. Featuring speaker Mabel Rogers, an Ocean City native and historian. Info: www.OCMuseum.org or 410-289-4991.

TAI CHI — Ocean Pines library, 11107

Cathell Road, 4 p.m. A 6-week course with instructor Kim Reed. Info: 410208-4014. Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., 10:30 a.m. Stories, activities and crafts that introduce children, ages 3 and older, to science, technology, engineering and math. Info: 410-957-0878.

EARLY STEM STORIES & ACTIVITIES —

STORY TIME — Berlin library, 220 N.

Main St., 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children. Info: 410-641-0650.

ATLANTIC COAST CHAPTER OF THE MARYLAND SALTWATER SPORTFISHING ASSOCIATION MEETING — Lion’s Club, 12534 Airport Road, West Ocean City. Doors

open at 7 p.m., meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. Wes Politt, from the Morning Star, will speak on various jigging techniques and equipment. Visitors and guests welcome. Berlin group 331, Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 5:30-7 p.m. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Info: jeanduck47@gmail.com.

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WED. Sept. 23

STORY TIME — Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children. Info: 410-524-1818.

THE WWIIUNES — Ocean Pines library,

11107 Cathell Road, 2 p.m. Enjoy the music that was popular when the rowing team from Washington University won the 1936 Olympics. This program complements the themes of this year’s OMOB selection, “The Boys in The Boat” by Daniel James Brown. Info: 410-2084014.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP — Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 78 p.m. The group gathers the fourth Wednesday of each month. Pre-registration is not necessary. Info: Pastoral Care Services, 410-641-9725 or gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org. CANCER THRIVING AND SURVIVING WORKSHOP — Selbyville Public Library, 11 S.

Main St., Selbyville, Del., 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For those in treatment of cancer, individuals in recovery and caregivers to attend together. The workshop is free and meets six weeks, Sept. 23Oct. 28. Register: Gail Mansell, 410-6419725 or gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org.

MODEL TRAIN DISPLAYS — Delaware Sea-

side Railroad Club, Clayton Crossing, 32422 Royal Blvd., Dagsboro, Del., Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m., year round. See five layouts. Info: Bill Ziegler, wjziegler1@verizon.net or 302-537-0964.

O.C. BOARDWALK LABYRINTH OPEN — St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, inside DeWees Hall, 302 N. Baltimore Ave., 7-9 p.m., every Wednesday, Aug, 5-Sept. 23. Replica of the 12th century original is available for walking with candlelight and sacred music. Wheelchair accessible. Free parking available beside the hall. Info: 410-289-3453 or 443-880-7608. BINGO — Every Wednesday at Ocean

City Elks Lodge 2645, 138th Street and Sinepuxent Avenue, rear of the Fenwick Inn. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., games start 6:30 p.m. Food is available. Open to the public. No one allowed in the hall

under 18 years of age during bingo. Info: 410-250-2645.

DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB — Meets every Wednesday at Peaky’s Rooftop Restaurant & Bar, located in the Fenwick Inn, 13801 Coastal Highway, Ocean City. Beginner and intermediate lessons, 5:30-6:30 p.m., followed by dancing 6:30-9 p.m. Jitterbug, swing, cha-cha to the sounds of the ’50s, ’60s and Carolina beach music. All are welcome. Info: 302200-DANCE (3262). KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OCEAN PINES/OCEAN CITY — Meets every

Wednesday at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway. Doors open at 7 a.m., meeting begins at 8 a.m. Info: 410-641-7330.

BAYSIDE BEGINNINGS AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING — Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 7:30 p.m.

OCEAN CITY/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING — Captain’s Table Restaurant in the Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th St, Ocean City, 6 p.m. Info: 410-641-1700 or kbates@taylorbank.com.

ON YOUR OWN, BUT NOT ALONE - WOC Fitness, 12319 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City, noon. Weight loss support group with discussions about nutrition, exercise, health and weight loss. Cost is $5 per meeting. Info: dillon128@aol.com.

THURS. Sept. 24

SUNFEST — Ocean City Inlet, 10 a.m. to

10 p.m. Featuring food, arts and crafts, hayrides, kids activities and musical entertainment. Admission is free. Headliners will be Tony Orlando at 8 p.m. For tickets: www.ticketmaster.com (password: SUNANDFUN).

SUNFEST KITE FESTIVAL — Ocean City

beach, Third Street to Sixth Street. Master kite flyers from around the world showcase their aerial displays of art. Kite-making workshops and kite battles. Info: Jay Knerr, 410-289-7855 or www.kiteloft.com.

11TH ANNUAL SAND CASTLE HOME TOUR — The tour features a variety of homes

throughout Ocean City from ocean front to bayside. It is a self guided driving tour and can be completed at the tour takers own pace. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $30. Reservations advised. Info: 410-524-9433 or www.artleagueofoceancity.org.

IPAD CHICKS - BEGINNERS — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10 a.m. to noon. Explore the world of IPads. Men welcome. Register: Norma Kessler, 410-641-7017.

FIRESIDE CHAT — Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., 3 p.m. Chat about your favorite reads and get some great ideas. Info: 410-641-0650.

PLAY TIME — Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 a.m. Parents and

children, ages infant to 5 years old, explore educational toys in an interactive, free play program. Info: 410-632-3495. Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children. Info: 410-208-4014.

STORY TIME ‘CONSTRUCTION STORIES’ —

Ocean City Golf Club, 11401 Country Club Drive, Berlin. Best Ball on the Newport Bay course and Scramble on the Seaside course. Registration starts at 11 a.m., shotgun start at 1 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Atlantic General Hospital Foundation. Sponsorship opportunities: Alli Justice, 410-641-9671 or ajustice@atlanticgeneral.org.

22ND ANNUAL FALL GOLF CLASSIC —

BEACH SINGLES — Every Thursday,

Beach Singles 45-Plus meets for happy hour at Harpoon Hanna’s, 39064 Harpoon Road, Fenwick Island, Del., 4 p.m. Info: Arlene, 302-436-9577; Kate, 410524-0649; or Dianne, 302-541-4642.

BINGO — American Legion Post 166,

2308 Philadelphia Ave., in Ocean City, every Thursday, year round. Doors open at 5 p.m., games start at 6:30 p.m. Food available. Open to the public. Info: 410289-3166.

CHAIR AEROBICS — St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Community Life Center, 10301 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 1-2 p.m. Free will offering appreciated. Sponsored by St. Peter’s Senior Adult Ministry. Info: 410-524-7474.

ONGOING EVENTS

FALL BUS TRIPS — Travel to the Rainbow Dinner Theatre in Lancaster County, Pa., to see “Over the River and Through the Woods,” on Oct. 4. Cost is $90 and includes transportation, show ticket and meal. On Oct. 17, travel to The Kennedy Center in Washington to attend “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.” Cost is $110 and includes transportation and show ticket. Tours of NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility take place on Oct. 20, Nov. 19 and Dec. 8. Cost is $35. All trips are open to the public. Buses depart from the Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway. Reservations required: 410-6417052. Info: www.OceanPines.org. Berlin library, 220 N. Main St. during September. Schedule an individual tutorial: 410-641-0650.

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DINING GUIDE ■ CREDIT CARDS: V-Visa, MC-Master Card, AE-American Express, DIS-Discover ■ PRICE RANGE: $, $$, $$$ ________________________________ ■ 32 PALM, 32nd Street, in the Hilton Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2525 / www.oceancityhilton.com/dining / $$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Western Caribbean cuisine, Eastern Shore favorites, gourmet and tasty liquid desserts. ■ ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717 / www.ocitalianfood.com / $-$$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Serving homemade Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and pasta. Elegant dining room with fireplace. Early bird specials every day from 5-6 p.m. ■ BARN 34, 3400 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-2895376 / www.barn34oc.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Barn 34 is a unique and rustic setting with two distinctly different levels. Award winning breakfast at 7 a.m., great lunches from 1-5 p.m. and dinner at 5 p.m. Featuring fresh fish, hand cut steaks, crab cakes and awesome fish tacos. Daily specials. Happy hour is 4-7 p.m. Entertainment on the weekends. ■ BILLY’S SUB SHOP, 120th Street, Food Lion Shopping Center, 410-723-2500; 140th Street, Ocean City, 410250-1778; Route 54, Fenwick Shoals, Fenwick Island, Del., 302-436-5661 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Dine in, carry out. Fast delivery. Open 7 days 11 a.m. – 3 a.m. Ocean City’s most famous sub and pizza shop since 1959. An OC tradition where a sandwich is a meal, serving fresh dough pizza, subs, burgers, cones, shakes and sundaes with beach delivery available. ■ BJ’S ON THE WATER, 75th Street, Ocean City 410-5247575 / www.bjsonthewater. com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open year-round. Entire dining menu served 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week. Daily specials, daily duck feeding. Entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. No cover. Available for parties and banquets. Indoor and outdoor dining. ■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR, 94th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3983 / www.bluefishoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Japanese and Chinese restaurant and sushi bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Dine in, take out and delivery available. ■ BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH, 116th Street & Coastal Hwy., (Behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium), Ocean City 443-664-2896 / www.bourbonstreetonthebeach. com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations recommended for large parties / Children’s menu/ Full bar / Serving Lunch & Dinner. Eastern Shore fare with a New Orleans Flare. Seafood, Steaks & Pasta dishes—Specializing in Jambalaya, Creole, & Gumbo. Home of the Ragin’ Cajun Bloody Mary. Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. Weekly entertainment. Like us on Facebook. ■ BRASS BALLS SALOON, Boardwalk, between 11th and 12th streets, Ocean City 410-289-0069 / $-$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations suggested for parties of 10 or more / Children’s menu / Full bar / Serving breakfast 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and full menu until midnight. Casual dining on the Boardwalk overlooking the beach. Happy Hour Sunday through Friday, 3-6 p.m. ■ BUDDY’S CRABS & RIBS, Wicomico Street and the Bay, (formerly Bahama Mama’s), Ocean City 410-289-0500 / www.buddysoc / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full inside & outside bar / Bayfront inside and outside dining. All Crabs steamed-toorder, ribs, K&M (Buddy's brand) fried chicken, fresh seafood, burgers, sandwiches and more. Open 7 days, 11 a.m. til late night. Live entertainment on the deck. Daily lunch and dinner specials. Carry out food/beer/wine available. TEXT "Crab" to 95577. ■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT, 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-289-7192 / www.captainstableoc.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Familyowned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott. ■ COACHES CORNER, 74th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-723-2468 / $ / V-MC-DIS/ No reservations required / Children’s menu / Open 7 days a week, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Happy hour, 6-7 a.m. Serving breakfast all day and lunch. Our restaurant offers casual dining atmosphere for families. Family owned and operated, everything home made from our white egg omelets to fresh squeezed OJ. ■ COCONUTS BEACH BAR AND GRILL, Castle in the Sand Hotel, 37th St & the Beach, Ocean City 1-800-552-7263 / www.castleinthesand.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Beachfront open-air dining in a tropical setting. Serving grilled sandwiches, specialty salads, appetizers, wraps, tacos and your favorite frozen drinks, beer and wine. Children’s menu. Live entertainment daily 5/7-9/27/15. Happy Hour daily 5-6pm, 2-for-1 drink specials. Waitress service on the beach Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Coconuts is open daily 11am – 11pm, weather permitting. ■ COINS, 28th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524 3100 / www.coinspub.com / $-$$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar/ Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. Our restaurant offers a casual dining atmosphere for families. Best crab cakes in town, handcut steaks, fresh seafood. Everything home-made. Happy hour 3-6 p.m., 7 days a week and early bird 4-6 p.m., daily specials. ■ COWBOY COAST COUNTRY SALOON AND STEAKHOUSE, 17th Street, Ocean City 410-289-6331 / www.cowboycoastoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar/ Lunch, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 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. ■ DOUGH ROLLER, South Division Street & Boardwalk, 410-289-3501; 3rd Street & Boardwalk, 410-289-2599; 41st Street & Coastal Hwy, 410-524-9254; 70th Street & Coastal Hwy, 410-524-7981 / www.DoughRollerRestaurants.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Ocean City’s favorite family restaurant for 35 years. Great kid’s menu. Dayton’s Boardwalk Famous Fried Chicken and Seafood now served — fresh breaded and cooked to order. Available at South Division, 41st and 70th St locations. ■ DUFFYS, 130th St., in Montego Bay Shopping Ctr. & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250 1449 / www.duffysoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining indoor or outdoor seating. Irish fare & American cuisine—Something for everyone our menu features appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks & seafood. Dine In, Carry Out, Happy Hour Daily 3-6 pm. ■ FAGER’S ISLAND RESTAURANT & BAR, 60th Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-524-5500 / www.fagers.com / $$$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted in the dining room only / Children’s menu / Full bar / Upscale restaurant on the bay. Casual fine dining, fresh fish, prime rib and seafood. Lighter fare menu served on our decks or inside. ■ FISHTALES BAR & GRILL, 21st Street and the Bay, Ocean City 410-289-0990 / www.ocfishtales.com / $-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / FishTales 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. ■ GENERAL’S KITCHEN, 66th Street (under The Skye Bar), Ocean City 410-723-0477/ $-$$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Open 7 days, 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Everybody loves breakfast and that is what we are about. House Specialty and The Original House of Creamed Chipped Beef, we make it from scratch and it’s our own recipe! We have it all from juice, cereal, waffles, eggs, corned beef, hash browns, pancakes, bacon, sausage and more. General’s Kitchen #1 Breakfast place in OC. ■ GROTTO PIZZA, 14th Street on the boardwalk, Ocean City 443-664-2617 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full Bar / OC’s newest spot to watch people on the boardwalk, indoor dining and deck dining. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open 7 days. 125th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-2501234 / Serving lunch and dinner. Open 7 days. Grotto Pizza is a family casual dining restaurant that specializes in award winning pizza and hospitality. The full menu includes pizza, pasta, sandwiches, subs, appetizers, salads, beer, wine, cocktails and Grotto Gelato. Takeout available. ■ HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL, 12841 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-213-1846 / www.ocharborside.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Casual waterfront dining serving seafood, steaks, sandwiches, salads, wraps and pasta. Home of the “Original Orange Crush.” Entertainment everyday. ■ HARPOON HANNA’S RESTAURANT & BAR, Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del. www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual waterfront restaurant serving lunch, dinner. Fresh fish, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and all-you-can-eat Alaskan crab legs. Open year-round. ■ HEMINGWAY’S AT THE CORAL REEF, 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612 / www.ocmdhotels.com/hemingways / $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Elegant dining room, Floridian/island-style cuisine. Sea-food, tropical salsas, grilled steaks, pork chops, grilled pineapple, banana fritters, entree salads. ■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE, 31st Street, Ocean City, 410289-2581 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / We have proudly served Ocean City, Maryland for over 40 years. Known for All You Can Eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs. ■ HOOTERS, Route 50 & Keyser Point Rd., West Ocean City 410-213-1841 and 5th Street, Ocean City / www.hootersofoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Full bar / Open daily at 11 a.m. Brand new menu. Delicious juicy burgers, garden fresh salads, 12 delicious wing sauces and signature seafood entrees. Tropical frozen drinks and signature Hooters cocktails. Large parties are welcome. Call for private party information. Carry out available. The year round Route 50 location features happy hour daily, live entertainment every weekend and Bike Night every Wednesday. ■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535 / www.clarionoc.com / $-$$ ($20-45) / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Open tables / Children’s menu / Full bar / Horizons Oceanfront Restaurant is proud to serve delicious, beach-inspired dishes in both our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. New all-day menu, available 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., features many favorites, as well as exciting new creations with a local flare. Deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet open year-round and AUCE prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet available most weekends. ■ JOHNNY’S PIZZA PUB, 56th Street, Ocean City 410723-5600 / www.johnnyspizzapub.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Ocean City’s official pizzeria and pub featuring homemade pizzas, serving 18 different gourmet pizzas including local favorites. Huge variety of calzones, subs, burgers and sandwiches to choose from. Ocean City’s place for jumbo wings with 20 different sauces. Voted best sound system for live music. Carry out or delivery til 4 a.m. ■ JULES FINE DINING, 118th Street, Ocean City 410-5243396 / www.ocjules.com / $$, $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Local fare, global flair. Fresh seafood year-round, fresh local produce. ■ KITCHEN RESTAURANT, Corner of Philadelphia & Wicomico Street, Ocean City 410-289-2226 / $ / V-MC-

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DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Free parking for customers. Open for breakfast and lunch 7 days per week. Home-style cooking, family atmosphere and reasonable prices. Breakfast features huge omelets, homemade cream chip beef, delicious French toast and Momma’s Home-Made Greek Pasteries. Fresh produce from our own gardens. ■ KY WEST BAR & RESTAURANT, 5401 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 443-664-2836 / www.kywestoceancity.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Ky West is becoming the local's fine dining and casual fare destination. Ocean City's best veal chop, the freshest seafood and great pasta dishes. Our experienced chefs deliver the finest in cuisine nightly. Ky West has a fine dining side, as well as a beautiful bar best described as New York funky chic. Whether you chill out on our sofas, hang in the bar, or grab a table, Ky West will provide excellent food & drink for a great dining adventure. ■ LIZZIE'S CAFE & BISTRO, 14203 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-7200 / www.lizziesocmd.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Beer, wine / Breakfast and lunch, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dinner, 5:30-8:30 p.m., daily. Five time recipient of ExcellenceTripAdvisor. Homemade food; no fried food. Lobster rolls, crabcakes, homemade corned beef and roasted turkey, meatballs, soups, salads. Voted #1 Pizza in OCMD 2015 (TripAdvisor) Award-Winning Desserts. Beautiful cozy atmosphere. ■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ, 67th Street Town Center, Ocean City 443 664 5639 / www.longboardcafe.net / $$ / V-MCDIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / We are the locals favorite serving lunch and dinner. Longboard Cafés menu offers unparalleled flare from the lite fare to dinner entrees — offering a variety of burgers, paninis, sandwiches and salads … even a popular "veggies" menu featuring their famous wrinkled green beans. Signature house libiations and signature entrees made with the finest ingredients from local farms and fisheries. A family restaurant. ■ MACKY'S BAYSIDE BAR AND GRILL, 5311 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-723-5565 / www.mackys.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Macky’s is a rustic open air water front seafood restaurant and bar with a beautiful private white sandy beach. Open for lunch everyday at 11 a.m., Happy Hour from 3-6 p.m. and dinner until 10 p.m. Lite fare until 1 a.m. Take out available. ■ MARINA DECK, 306 Dorchester St., Ocean City 410289-4411 / www.marinadeckrestaurant.com / $-$$ / V-MCAE-DIS / Reservations accepted for large parties / Children’s menu / Full bar / Ocean City, Maryland's #1 Seafood restaurant! Check out our delicious AYCE Menu: Steamed Shrimp, BBQ Ribs, and Blue Crabs & Crab Legs. Relax and enjoy your dinner while the kids play in our brand new multi-level kid’s area! Join us for lunch & dinner in our dining room or on our open air, roof top deck or at the Wild Pony Bar for our signature cocktails and breathtaking Assateague Island view! ■ OC WASABI, 16th Street and Philadelphia Avenue, Ocean City 410-390-3835 / www.ocwasabi.com / $ / VMC-AE-DIS / Grab & Go, Take Out Sushi Bar, Open Thursday through Monday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 33rd Street Plaza Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524-7337 / $$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / OC’s freshest, steamed sushi and sashimi and Japanese cuisine. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 4 pm to 11 p.m. ■ P.G.N. CRABHOUSE, 29th Street, Ocean City 410-2898380 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Beer, wine / The Kaouris family has been serving the finest crabs, seafood, steaks and chicken to Ocean City locals and visitors since 1969. ■ PHILLIPS SEAFOOD, Crab House, 21st Street, Ocean City 410-289-7747 and Seafood House, 141st Street, Ocean City 410-250-1689 / PhillipsSeafood.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Traditional Dining - Buffet - Carry Out. Early Bird Menu when seated before 5pm - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet - Voted OC’s Best Buffet. Featuring over 75 items including Snow Crab Legs, Carving Station, Made to Order Pasta, Handmade Crab Cakes & so much more. ■ POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN, Route 50, West Ocean City 443-664-2105 / $ / V-MC / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, year-round. Every Tuesday, twopiece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo. ■ ROPEWALK, 82nd Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-5241109 / www.ropewalkoc.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full Bar / OC’s newest spot to watch the sunsets. Indoor dining and bar, deck dining and tiki bar. Serving lunch and dinner in relaxed casual atmosphere. Happy hour specials Monday through Friday, 2- 6 p.m. Every Thursday Hawaiian Luau and live entertainment daily. Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. – 2 a.m. combo. ■ ROPEWALK - A FENWICK ISLAND OYSTER HOUSE, 700 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-581-0153 / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted except 6-9 p.m. / Children’s menu / Family restaurant / Takeout available except between 6-9 p.m. / Full Bar / Lunch and dinner served. Family friendly dining with a rotating oyster list and seafood creations paired with our fresh fruit crushes and extensive craft beer menu. ■ SEACRETS, 49th Street, Ocean City 410-524-4900 / www.seacrets.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Island atmosphere. Soups, salads, Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood. ■ SEASONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 118th Street, in the Carousel Oceanfront Hotel and Condos, Ocean City 410-524-1000 / www.carouselhotel.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / No reservations required / Children’s 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., featuring a wide variety of entrees, seafood, ribs, steaks, pasta and prime rib. Join us for family theme night dinners.

■ SHENANIGAN’S IRISH PUB, Fourth Street and the Boardwalk, in the Shoreham Hotel, Ocean City 410-2897181 / www.ocshenanigans.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Oceanfront dining. Enjoy great food and delicious libations while enjoying the boardwalks sights and sounds. Irish music or dueling pianos top off the evening. ■ SHRIMP BOAT, 9924 Stephen Decatur Highway, West Ocean City 410-213-0448 / shrimpboatoc.com / $- $$ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Beer, wine / Steamed crabs and shrimp. Full menu featuring homemade soups, salads, seafood appetizers, fish and shrimp tacos, crab cakes, sandwiches, seafood dinner entrees, burgers and wings. Fresh seafood market with daily shrimp specials. ■ SICULI RUSTIC ITALIAN KITCHEN, 104 N. Main St., Berlin 410-629-0550 / FB-Siculi Italian Kitchen / $$ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full Bar / Family friendly. Open for lunch and dinner, 11 a.m.; Sunday brunch, 10:30 a.m. Locally sourced, freshly prepared. Award-winning brick oven pizza, steaks, seafood, chicken and veal selections. Daily lunch, happy hour and dinner specials. ■ SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE, 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762 / www.skyebaroc.com / $$-$$$ / V-MAE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Enjoy lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare in the Skye, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Amazing views of Ocean City, the ocean and bay with spectacular sunsets overlooking Sunset Island. Celebrate happy hour 7 days a week, 3 - 6 p.m. with great food and drink specials including $1 oysters and $15 1 1/4 pound whole lobsters. Live entertainment Fridays & Saturdays, 4-8 p.m. with additional days in season. Entertainment schedule online. ■ SOPRANOS, 100 S. Baltimore Ave., Ocean City 410289-7492 / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Open 7 days a week, Monday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to midnight for lunch and dinner; Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 3 a.m.; and Sunday, 8 a.m. to midnight for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our restaurant offers authentic Italian food featuring subs, sandwiches, burgers and pizza at family friendly prices. Eat in, carry out and free delivery available. ■ THE COTTAGE CAFE, Route 1 (across from Sea Colony), Bethany Beach, Del. 302-539-8710 / www.cottagecafe.com / $, $$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Seafood, kids’ menu, happy hour specials. Lunch and dinner daily. Breakfast buffet on weekends. ■ THE COVE AT OCEAN PINES, 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410-641-7501 / www.oceanpines.org/ $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS/No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual Waterfront - The Cove at Ocean Pines Yacht Club in an all new gorgeous bayfront setting, specializing in coastal cuisine. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Inside and outside dining areas. Open-air bar and live entertainment. Check Web site for special events. Open everyday. ■ THE CRAB BAG, 130th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410250-3337 / www.thecrabbag.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Full bar / Dine in and carryout. Open 7 Days a week, 11 am til late night. Huge menu; something for everyone. Hot steamed crabs, world famous fried chicken, ribs, burgers, barbecue, pasta, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and more. Lunch and weekly carry-out and dinner specials. The best happy hour at the beach with drink and food specials. ■ TOKYO SEAFOOD BUFFET, 131st Street (formerly JR’S North), Ocean City 410-390-5939 / $$ / V-MC-AE/ No reservations required / Full bar/ OC’s largest seafood, allyou-can-eat buffet featuring soups, raw sushi and sashimi, steamed and baked seafood along with classic Chinese entrees and many classic desserts and fruits. Serving lunch Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Serving dinner Monday through Saturday, 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday serving dinner all day. Open 7 days a week 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. ■ TONY LUKES, 33rd Street, Ocean City 410-524 0500 / www.tonylukes.com / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Open 7 days a week, 8 a.m. to 3 a.m. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our restaurant offers authentic cheesesteaks, roast pork and chicken cutlet sandwiches, burgers, salads and desserts at family friendly prices. Eat in and carry out. ■ TWININGS LOBSTER SHANTY, Rt. 54, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-436-2305 / www.twiningsshanty.com / $$ / V-MCAE-DIS / Reservations suggested / Children's menu / Full bar / A funky little place at the edge of town. Features classic New England fare, with lobsters, steaks and burgers. Open for lunch and dinner. ■ VICTORIAN ROOM RESTAURANT, Dunes Manor Hotel, OCEANFRONT at 28th and Baltimore Ave, Ocean City 410289-1100 / www.dunesmanor.com / $$ - $$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations not required but recommended / Full Bar / Children’s menu / Open year round. An elegant oceanfront dining atmosphere with local, farm to table/sea to table cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily 7:30am to 9:00pm (Fri & Sat to 10pm). Also featuring Zippy Lewis Lounge with happy hour from 4-7p.m., featuring Craft Beer selections and appetizer menu; Milton’s Out Door Cafe; and the Barefoot Beach Bar in season. ■ VINNY’S PIZZA & ITALIAN GRILL, 25th Street and Philadelphia Avenue, Ocean City 410-390-3713 / www.vinnyspizzaanditlaiangrille.com / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Beer, wine/ Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. Serving lunch and dinner. Our restaurant offers authentic Italian food featuring subs, sandwiches, burgers and entrees. Hand tossed, made from scratch pizzas. Family friendly, eat in and carry out. ■ WHISKERS PUB, 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-524-2609 / www.whiskerspub.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Old World saloon-type feel, Whisker’s is famous for its Certified Angus®burgers and delicious casual fare, as well as its entertaining atmosphere and photo lined walls of famous and infamous “whiskers.” Enjoy flat screen TVs to watch your favorite sports. Open year-round, 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m., serving lunch and dinner daily. Happy hour every day 4-7 p.m. Nightly food specials.

Commentary

Recycling law: it’s easier to go along

It’s admirable when a governmental body takes a stand against the authority that occupies the next step up in the hierarchy, but the Worcester County Commissioners might want to rethink their decision to ignore, more or less, an important portion of the state’s amended recycling law. As of Oct. 1, the law requires all government entities in the state to have a recycling program for special events of a certain size that take place on public property. Further, all government entities must amend their overall recycling plans, which also must be approved by the Maryland Department of the Environment, to include this new provision. The commissioners on Tuesday voted 4-3 not to do the latter, opting instead to send a letter to the department outlining their objections to this requirement. At the time, the commissioners wondered what the state might be able to do about their refusal to go along with the program. Even though none of the various iterations of the Maryland Recycling Act, going back to its inception in 1988, included penalties for recalcitrant governments, turns out the state can do plenty. More than plenty, actually, as the department, should it be so inclined, has the ability to block water and wastewater projects and anything else that requires one of its permits. Given the department’s authority over all things environmental, from clean air to clean water as mandated by the federal government, this is not an agency with which anyone would want to tangle. A little rebellion now and then is a good thing, as Thomas Jefferson once observed, but there is also such a thing as picking your fights. Establishing recycling plans for special events and including those requirements in the county’s overall program should not be a massive undertaking. But even if it is troublesome, giving in and going along – while still looking for an exemption –would be much better than reaping the even greater woe that the department has the capacity to deliver.

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Letters to the editor Cruisin’ issues

Editor, I was very disappointed in the Ocean City Council’s recent decisions regarding the Cruiser weekend. How soon we forget how things are for that weekend. I invited the council to see the damage done to the entrance of our parking lot where cruiser trailers back in to turn around. Or check out the tire rubber marks on the street where the Jeff Gordon wannabees burned rubber last spring. Not to mention all the trash left behind. I think the council’s recent actions are taken without thought or regard to those of us who make our main home in Ocean City all year round. Those of us who spend money each weekend in the city all year round. Those of us who pay a lot of money in taxes all year round. Those of us that have to put up with the deafening noise (is there or isn’t there a noise ordinance in the city?) and the obnoxious fumes of all the cruisers. Plus the lack of parking on city streets that weekend is ridiculous. The traffic situation is horrendous and sometimes virtually impossible for those who need to go to the stores, work, doctors, etc. — as many people witnessed last spring. Do they even consider this? So the solution now is to charge for trailer parking? That means things will re-

main the same except they will collect money from a few of the cruisers for trailer parking and charge the taxpayers for signs that will be ignored. When they first proposed sensible changes for cruiser weekend, I thought finally someone in local government is being proactive. I guess I should have known how things really work. They had a chance to do the right thing, but caved to special money interests. I read where the proposed ordinances originated in Myrtle Beach where apparently they know how to do the right thing. One last thing, do we really need two cruiser weekends a year and two biker weekends a year? I think the council needs to decide if Ocean City is going to be a true family resort destination or a place renowned for dangerous roadways, traffic jams, loud noises, obnoxious behavior, etc. Because you can’t have it both ways. Jim Wagner Ocean City

Death of a hero

Editor, A couple of weeks ago the small Greek church on 84th was filled with people even though it was midweek. More oddly, less than half the attendees were Greek, and a Marine honor guard stood in the back in color dress as if waiting for a cue. Jimmy Giatris, the "Candy Man," had died at the age of

93, and I was one of many who had come to pay their respects. Jimmy was born in Cumberland, Md., the son of a candy man, and he attended elementary school through high school in the same classroom as my mother. Jimmy worked for Sam Taustin at Candy Kitchen for 20 years, where he brought his fudge and chocolate recipes. From that time he picked up the nickname “Candy Man.” Jimmy had a Spartan work ethic because he was a Spartan. Jimmy was best friends with Sam and would travel with him almost everywhere he went. It was rumored that Sam tried to bar mitzvah him, convert him to Judaism, at least twice. Neither Sam nor Jimmy had children. Jimmy was blessed with longevity and outlived Sam by about 15 years. He would talk about Sam a lot. Two weeks before he died, I took Jimmy to church for the last time. On the way back to his condo on 28th and Baltimore, he said, “Tony, I am done.” I said, “What do you mean?” He simply said he was through. I got mad at him for saying it, but I understood. When it came time to prepare a will, he didn’t call his surviving nephews; he called the Taustins. Jay convinced him to draw up a will and served as his executor. Among those who eulogized him was Jay Taustin. Continued on Page 98

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Letters to the editor Continued from Page 97 His wife sang a Jewish hymn. The owner of Liquid Assets was there; Billy, the owner of BJ’s, and I all spoke at the funeral. The Marines performed; the Taustins brought chocolates for after the ceremony. Possibly some were from Jimmy’s old recipes. From a business perspective there was no one more informed on Ocean City than Jimmy. Even after age 90 he continued to amaze all his friends with the details of his knowledge. Liquid Assets had a special bar seat for Jim, yet he wasn’t a drinker other than a social nip from time to time. He had no immediate family, yet he had so many friends. Jimmy was connected to almost every businessman and business activity in Ocean City. With his passing our community begrudgingly lets go of a past era of connections between people, a time past that Jimmy fondly reminded us of every time we saw him. Ocean City was Jim’s family. Although he didn’t talk much about it, he served in the fabled 1st Marine Division in WWII. Once, several years ago, he showed me all his graphic tattoos on both arms naming every beach the 1st hit. I wrote them down, and will now record them: • Operation Watchtower, Aug. 7, 1942, to Feb. 9, 1943, involved in the 1st Division’s amphibious assaults in

the lower Solomon Islands • Guadalcanal, Aug.7–8, D-Day 1942; Jim hit the beach to begin the six-month campaign (of his 40-man platoon, 19 died). Wounded from shrapnel, received Purple Heart • Seizure of Rendova in the New Georgia Island Group, June 1943 • Munda Airfield, New Georgia Island, July to August 1943 • Ellice Islands, October 1943 • Battle for Piva Trail, Bougainville Island, Nov. 5-9, 1943 • Battle of Betio in the Tarawa Atoll of the Gilbert Islands, Nov. 21, 1943; hit with shrapnel while hitting the beach; 16,000-man division suffered 20 percent casualties; 1,000 died on a half-mile of sand • Bougainville, January 1944; took shrapnel in the back, three months to recover, second Purple Heart. After the war Jimmy stayed with the Marines for 20 years working up to second lieutenant. His marine cap was a fixture on his head even when he went to church. As we look toward an uncertain future we fondly remember Jimmy, who reflects a heroic past long gone. In his last 20 years of retirement he connected us and knew so many of us that he was truly symbolic of the anomalous town of Ocean City. Tony Christ Ocean City

PUBLIC EYE

Limping through

By Stewart Dobson Editor/Publisher

If the rock bands of my high school years were the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, the most appropriate band name of my recent class reunion would be the 1990s outfit, Limp Bizkit. I’m not saying we weren’t mostly functional adults, at least as far as I know, but judging from the conversations I heard at my umptyith class By get-together, we’re Stewart carrying around a fortune in stainless Dobson steel. I could be wrong, but if I were to come across an urgent situation and someone yelled out into the crowd, “Can anyone here perform an emergency knee replacement?” I could step forward with confidence. In addition to having a pretty good idea where the knee is, which I imagine would be essential before breaking out the titanium screws and such, I now know more about the entire excruciating process, its post-operative stages and other amazing knee facts than I could ever have imagined. For instance, having a knee or knees that bend both ways might

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seem like a convenience, especially if you’re on a plane with insufficient leg room and you need to fold them backwards. It is not, however, a good thing, according to the doctors my friends have seen. They also offered tales of doctors saying things such as, “Unless you want to stand like a bird, you ought to get that bad boy replaced,” or, “Buy one, get one free …Not! Hahahahaha!” This knowledge comes courtesy of my friends and classmates, many of whom remained ambulatory during this entire affair. I exaggerate, of course, as a good many of the people I grew up with look and act much like they used to, give or take a replacement part of two. In fact, I was in error, when I thought I’d be the coolest guy there. Try as I might to put everyone to shame by partying on during the day and into the night, my coolness lost its luster about mid-afternoon. For whatever reason, announcing that you have to take a break and return to your room for your midday snooze with your anti-apnea machine doesn’t exactly shout, “Hey, look at me! I’m an ageless wonder.” As it is, many of us are still rockin’ and rollin,’ while some others had that addressed when they got new knees.

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