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Closing signs went up on the windows last weekend at the West Ocean City SuperFresh, catching grocery shoppers by surprise.
SuperFresh sell-by date expires building just off Route 50 announced a closing sale over this past weekend, with discounts on most of its foodstuffs. Superfresh is a brand of the Great Atlantic & Pacific Trading Company (A&P), the supermarket giant that filed for bankruptcy in July. Settlement of A&P’s debt is currently ongoing in U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York, under the supervision of Judge Robert Drain.
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By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Stale interest in the financially moribund A&P supermarket conglomerate has hit home at the West Ocean City Superfresh. The store in the Tanger Outlets
An A&P representative said the company has no comment on any stores, other than to confirm that closings have begun. The stores that have begun closing are those that A&P was forced to sell as part of the bankruptcy settlement, but which have so far received no bids from potential buyers. Further auction offerings of the stores could, theoretically, stop the liquidations if buyers are found. See A&P Page 4
By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Though both the Worcester County Board of Education and the county commissioners once appeared eager to move forward with a deal to replace Showell Elementary School based on a budget prepared by the county, only two weeks later square one is firmly in sight. At their Oct. 6 meeting, the commissioners presented to board of education representatives, including Superintendent Dr. Jerry Wilson, a budget that was some $17.4 million less than earlier projections of construction costs. Further, the schools were to limit their budget for architectural and engineering fees by more than half to $255,000. When it came time to formalize these changes in a Capital Improvement Plan submission to the state’s Interagency Committee for School Construction, however, county Budget Office Kathy Whited noticed the schools had made some revisions of their own. The first alteration of the original plan was a revised student enrollment number, down from 657 to 616. Additionally, the board noted in the submission that this change was the See LESS Page 3
Horseshoe crabs not dead, just growing Scores of small empty shells on beach after nor’easter just part of molting process
By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Along with lots of wind, rain, and high tides, the nor’easter that hit Ocean City at the
beginning of month brought with it a reminder of one of the coast’s most underappreciated resources. At places where the ocean tides were highest, small horseshoe crab shells appeared on the beach following the storm. These are likely not from dead crabs, but rather the carapaces from
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Less space means less students, schools say Continued from Page 1 result of a directive from the commissioners. The commissioners did reduce the footprint of the proposed facility from 104,000 to 90,000 square feet, but not the number of students who would occupy that space. At least one commissioner was taken aback by the revision. “When we approved funding, we did not require a change in enrollment. I don’t know where that came from. We did not at all direct a change in enrollment figures,” Commissioner Chip Bertino said. Upon a request from Ocean City Today, the schools issued a statement the following day. “Using our most recently constructed elementary school, Ocean City Elementary School, the square feet per student was determined by taking the total square footage of ‘The 104,000 that school, 88,000 square feet, and di- square feet viding it by its also allowed “local rated capac- for additional ity” of 602 stugrowth dents, which classrooms, results in 146 square feet per stu- provisions for a dent,” Carrie future mandate Sterrs, coordinator for all-day preof public relations kindergarten for the schools, said and for any in the release. The reduction in other space the building’s size requirements while keeping the identified s a m e student/space ratio during the necessitated the design phase.’ change in enroll- Carrie Sterrs, ment, the school coordinator board contends. of public The maximum relations for gross area allowance per stuschools dent cited by the board of education in its original capital improvement plan request two weeks ago and referenced by Bertino on Tuesday grants 118 square feet per student. However, Sterrs said the
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school board builds to an internal standard to maintain a 16:1 student/classroom ratio. The state rated capacity for elementary schools, according to Sterrs, is much higher, carrying a 20:1 ratio for pre-kindergarten, 22:1 for kindergarten and 23:1 for numbered grades. Bertino, in light of the difference between state figures and the commissioner-approved allocation, said the county was still being more than fair. “At an enrollment of 657, that’s still 137 square feet per student,” Bertino said of the 90,000 square foot footprint. According to the board of education’s web site, Showell Elementary currently has 533 students. “The Showell Elementary Replacement School 2024 projected full-time equivalent enrollment, inclusive of
relocating fourth grade back from Berlin Intermediate School, is 641 students,” Sterrs said in the release. No matter who is doing the figuring, it appears even the replacement school will reach capacity before long, especially if fourth grade is reintegrated into the new school and fulltime pre-kindergarten becomes reality. “The 104,000 square feet also allowed for additional growth classrooms, provisions for a future mandate for all-day pre-kindergarten and for any other space requirements identified during the design phase,” Sterrs said. Another change identified by Whited is a projected $1.75 million for inflation and is added to the estimated bond amount for the school of about $30 million, upping the total project cost to almost $39 million.
County Administrator Harold Higgins detailed a conversation he had with Wilson about the changes before the meeting. Higgins said Wilson felt it was appropriate to add the inflation number because the bond issue would not go out until fiscal 2019. “I think we figured for that when coming up with the $37 million,” Commissioner Ted Elder said. The capital improvement plan submission is due Nov. 23, but the commissioners formally requested an explanation of the board of education’s changes to the plan before it is submitted. The county will hold two public meetings before the deadline. “At this point in the project process, prior to commencement of the initial phase of design, discussions and calculations of the proposed school capacity are conceptual at best,” Sterrs said.
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Continued from Page 1 Superfresh’s employees are unionized under the United Food and Commercial Workers, Local 27. “The A&P stores auction has concluded with a number of stores not being sold, bringing great stress and uncertainty to thousands of our members and their families,” the UFCW said in statement this week. “We do not know if any further auctions or sales will occur and it is likely that all unsold stores will close within the coming weeks. Our primary focus going forward will be helping any members and their families who may be facing displacement.” Further uptown, it was announced in July that ACME Markets had entered into an agreement to buy 76 A&P-brand stores that were on the chopping block, including the Superfresh located at the Ocean Plaza Mall on 94th Street. These purchases, as well as purchases of another 25 stores by Stop & Shop, and another 17 by Key Foods, were approved by the court. ACME representatives in July said the 94th Street store would be re-branded as an ACME, but otherwise continue to operate as before. A&P’s initial court filing indicated that the company held $1.6 billion in assets, compared to $2.3 billion in outstanding debt.
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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Ocean City police officers have charged Greg Peters, 44, of Lebanon, Pa. with multiple traffic offenses after his burnout on Philadelphia Avenue led to a hit-andrun collision on the evening of Oct. 9. Police reported Peters lost control of his car, struck a railing outside a local pub and then left the area. On Oct. 10, officers found a video of the incident on social media and were able to identify the driver after an investigation. Peters faces $770 in fines and is charged with negligent driving, spinning wheels, driving his vehicle on the sidewalk, failure to furnish written identification information, failure to stop after unattended property damage, failure of vehicle driver involved in accident to give insurance policy information and failure to obey designated lane direction.
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Horseshoe crab stocks still not completely understood Continued from Page 1 ocean floor until they fall apart.” Male crabs will take seven to eight years to reach maturity, and females will take closer to 10, Doctor said. During this period, they are expected to molt 22 times until they reach their full size. Despite their ubiquity, relatively little is known about the horseshoe crab population on the East Coast. The most critical factor, scientists believe, is the health of the Delaware Bay, where horseshoe crabs breed and lay their eggs in the sand and mud of the tidal areas. “As far as we can tell, the Delaware Bay is pretty much the center of the universe for them,” Doctor said. Although not quite as glamorous as, say, flounder or striped bass, horseshoe crabs are one of several dozen species regulated by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, a consortium of agencies from multiple states that guides catch limits, conservation efforts and other fishing-related actions up and down the coast. “In terms of coastwide, there is still some question as to how the regulated population of horseshoe crabs is doing,” said Kirby Rootes-Murdy, fisheries management coordinator for the ASMFC. “There hasn’t been a complete coastwide stock assessment since 2009.” The horseshoe crab catch was largely unregulated until 1998, when the ASMFC first began work on a conservation plan. In that year, horseshoe crab harvest was estimated at over 2.7 million crabs
coastwide. Subsequent actions on that plan, negotiated between states, created a catch quota system as well as seasonal and sex restrictions. In New Jersey and Delaware, for instance, catch is limited to 100,000 male crabs per year, in order to protect females laying eggs in the Delaware Bay. Commercial harvest of horseshoe crabs is mainly for bait, as the crabs are the preferred attractant for eel and conch/whelk boats. A portion of the annual crab harvest allotment is also assigned to medical uses. Horseshoe crab blood is highly valued in modern medicine, as it contains amebocytes: pathogenfighting cells that play a role similar to the white blood cells found in vertebrate animals, but which are chemically different and unique to the “living fossil” horseshoe crab. These cells can be harvested and used to create a chemical called “limulus amebocyte lysate,” which can be injected into humans and used to detect bacterial infections that the human body would otherwise be unable to identify and fight. According to the ASMFC, 612,000 crabs were caught in 2012 for this purpose. The crabs are taken to a medical facility where blood is drawn, and are then returned to the ocean. The current ASMFC management plan estimates a 15 percent mortality rate for crabs whose blood has been drawn.
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Report queries future of ‘value-added’ events Despite City Hall holdup, staff study pitches minor changes to town offerings
By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Although the issue has been buried and re-buried, the Town of Ocean City may soon be coming to a head regarding its offering of free, publicly sponsored events designed to boost tourism numbers. Ocean City Today last week obtained, via a state Public Information Act request, a copy of the city events department’s report on so-called “value-added� offerings. Although the document was completed on Sept. 14, it apparently was never discussed prior to the city Tourism Commission’s recommendation that next year’s value-added event contract be renewed. The council has yet to vote on that. Despite the perception that the tail is wagging the dog, the report makes fairly modest recommendations as to how the city’s considerable capital outlay could be better used. During the summer months, the resort offers several open events on a regular basis, typically once or twice per week. At Northside Park, Sundaes in the Park, which features a concert and build-your-own ice cream offerings, runs every Sunday after July 4
through the end of August. Since 2014, fireworks have been added after the show. Unlike some other events, the report indicates that Sundaes in the Park is almost self-sustaining, given income from ice cream sales, with a new cost of only $314 last year. This does not include the fireworks, however, which “immediately yielded very positive results� in attendance. Average turnout per event is 2,998 people. The Sundaes in the Park fireworks, as well as three other weekly shows, are provided for the city under a contract with T.EA.M. Productions, a private promoter. The city, via the town-sponsored Tourism Advisory Board, provides $300,000 per year for the event package, although this cost includes other events, such as OCtoberfest and Sandfest, which are not covered in the recent report. Aside from the Northside Park fireworks, T.E.A.M.’s contract also covers a Sunday laser and pyrotechnic event, with three shows nightly from Memorial Day to Labor Day, as well as beach fireworks on Monday and Tuesday nights in July and August. The events take place downtown, near Caroline Street (Ocean City Today is a sponsor). The report notes that the Sunday laser shows’ attendance drops from an average of 619 people for the
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shouldered by the OCDC, the nonprofit group does receive considerable taxpayer support. The question, and one that the city will have to decide, is whether the number of people coming to a location specifically for that event is worth the money, or, as with the case of Boardwalk events, if the public knowledge that free events will be happening through the week helps to draw more casual viewers who would otherwise choose a different vacation destination. From a business standpoint, the report notes that Boardwalk storefront operators who were surveyed “liked the concert series but saw not impact from it whatsoever.� The laser shows similarly received a “mixed� response about additional revenue versus taxpayer outlay. The report also notes that businesses were often divided between food and beverage establishment and retail stores, with the former seeing a boost from laser shows and fireworks, as patrons typically bought food and drinks afterward. Conversely, retail stores “were very vocal about losing business during peak shopping hours due to [the] laser show and primarily fireworks� drawing patrons out of stores. The report recommends that, instead of two consecutive nights of fireworks with declining attendance, the second show be moved to Thursday and packaged with the Sunset Park concert, hopefully mirroring the advantageous effect seen by adding fireworks at Sundaes in the Park. The laser show times also need to be earlier, the report concludes, although late sunsets during the summer limit this. The show may also best be served by moving it to differSee VISITOR Page 7
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Planning, zoning, building functions now centralized (Oct. 23, 2015) In an effort to increase efficiency, effectiveness and customer service, the Planning and Community Development Department has been reorganized to restore a combined management approach for the zoning division and the building division. Both divisions, which operated independently before the reorganization, will now report to the department’s Planning and Development Director, Bill Neville. “An evaluation of the planning and zoning department has been a top priority on the town’s strategic plan for quite some time,” said Mayor and acting City Manager, Rick Meehan. “Reorganizing the department
will allow for one less direct report to the city manager and will also improve internal communications by creating a centralized process for the building and zoning divisions.” The planning and zoning staff will continue to administer and enforce the town’s zoning regulations, including reviewing development plans for code compliance, working with the planning commission and board of zoning appeals, and updating the town’s comprehensive plan. The building and inspection staff will continue to handle plans examination, development permitting, inspections, and building code enforcement along with the board of port wardens.
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Homelessness on forefront as season wraps City discusses overnight closure of Sunset Park, known gathering point
By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) With the last few weeks of the fall shoulder season gone, and businesses closing for winter, the resort area is again facing the difficult issue of seasonal homelessness. During Monday night’s meeting, the City Council discussed and endorsed the idea of closing Sunset Park, located on the bayside end of South Division Street, during the overnight hours. Both the council’s parks and police subcommittees had favored the notion. “Our recommendation would be that we post the park as closed from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.,� said Councilman Dennis Dare, who chairs the Recreation and Parks Committee. It’s no secret that every winter, especially since the 2008-2009 economic downturn, the resort area sees an uptick in homelessness. Within the Town of Ocean City itself, Sunset Park has become a popular location – partially wooded and out-of-the-way – for the homeless to make camp.
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By Brian Gilliland and Zack Hoopes Staff Writers (Oct. 23, 2015) The Free State Corvette weekend held last week in Ocean City doesn’t have the reputation of H2O International or the automotive variety of Endless Summer Cruisin’, both held earlier this month, but neither does it push the kind of numbers those events generate. This year at least 500 vehicles registered for the signature event of the weekend, the Boardwalk parade. According to Demoflush numbers provided by Ocean City Police Department spokeswoman Lindsay Richard, the resort averaged 118,000 people from Thursday, Oct. 15 to Sunday, Oct. 18. In that time, police logged 582 calls for service. Police action included 111 traffic stops, 43 citations, 117 warnings and 15 arrests. Of those arrests, six were categorized as DUI arrests. Last year, the event was held earlier in the month, from Oct. 2 to Oct. 5, and the resort was busier, averaging 124,000 people during that time. However, the level of enforcement is different. Last year, the OCPD answered 703 calls for service, initiated 151 traffic stops and issued about the same number of citations with 40. Fewer warnings were issued, with 78, and only 10 arrests were made. Of those, one concerned drugs and four were DUI related. During Endless Summer Cruisin’ last weekend, the Ocean City Police Department reported making a total of 528 traffic stops from Thursday, Oct. 8 to Sunday, Oct. 11, handing out 997 total violations. This is significantly up from the 389 stops and 457 violations recorded over the same Thursday-Sunday span of the fall Cruisin’ event in 2014. Total weekend calls for service — both officer-initiated and citizen calls, during H2Oi at the beginning of October — came to 1,703 over four days, down from the 2,318 calls over the Thursday through Sunday over last year’s H2Oi. Total arrests came to 38, down from 57 last year.
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County endorses private investment in train Commissioners reaffirm laissez faire stance, will not fund or support nonprofit
By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) While Stone Consulting Vice President Randall Gustafson did his best to paint a rosy picture of a proposed excursion train ferrying passengers within Worcester County, ticket prices, projected job numbers and lopsided passenger estimates soured county officials on the endeavor. “This is for private investors,” Commissioners President Jim Bunting said at Tuesday’s county commissioners meeting, “It’s up to the railroad and the consultants.” Bunting followed the observation with by declaring if nonprofit was involved in the management of the train, as was outlined in one of the proposals, it should look elsewhere for funding. Gustafson projected more than half of revenue from the train would need to be derived from fourth-quarter earnings and more than half of the market for the train would be tied to special events held during the winter months. Mostly, the revenue was tied to one offering: a themed ride based on the 2004 Tom Hanks movie Polar Express.
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By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) After a little more than a month as interim director, county officials confirmed Tuesday that Merry Mears has been named economic development director of Worcester County. “I’ve gotten nothing but support in this role and during the transition,” Mears said. “Everyone is making sure we didn’t skip a beat.” Mears’ predecessor, Bill Badger, resigned effective Sept. 1, citing a lack of support for his vision of Worcester County. “My vision is a two-tiered apSee BROADBAND Page 11
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By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) The Worcester County Commissioners also discussed the following issues during their Tuesday meeting.
Route 113 priority The county commissioners reaffirmed to the Maryland Department of Transportation that the dualization of Route 113 has top priority status. Director of Planning, Review and Permitting Ed Tudor said the state used to solicit letters from municipalities annually, but has discontinued the practice. However, Tudor said the county should keep sending letters reinforcing the priority status of the Route 113 project. “It’s the only way we’ve get done as much as we’ve gotten done,” Tudor said. Other items such as a renewed call to replace Ocean City’s top project, a new Route 50 drawbridge, with a Route 90 dualization between Route 528 and Coastal highway, will also be included as informational items.
New signs for Berlin Due to the intricacies of the town’s location, situated between state highways, the Town of Berlin must legally petition the county to place “Welcome to Berlin” signs along these roads. The county approved the request based on a provision of the code allowing for the signs if they are used to promote local tourism. The signs will be located on Libertytown Road and Worcester Highway.
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particular, business owners were previously unable to place signs where they are most likely to be seen. The code kept sign locations to an area defined as the “primary customer entrance,” which may not face a public road, as is the case along sections of Route 50. The change adds a definition to the “primary customer entrance” term, allowing business owners to situate their signs on the side of a building facing a public street or parking lot. It also limits owners to designating one place on the outside of their property where signs may be located.
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Broadband, Wallops priorities to expand biz opportunities Continued from Page 10 proach,” Mears said. “In the broadest, macro sense of economic development, we need to focus on infrastructure, including broadband and access to natural gas. The second, business, will bring a focus on small business, like my recent seminar on VOLT funding,” Mears said. VOLT funding is derived from video lottery terminals and is used to provide low interest loans to small businesses. “I’d also like to focus on the aerospace industry, you know, Worcester County is just 15 miles from NASA and I’d like to provide incentives to get contractors to set up here,” she said. Mears pointed to the business incubator in Pocomoke City, which offers low rent to budding businesses. She said providing workforce development to veterans was also a priority, which touches on her past experience at the Lower Shore Workforce Alliance. Before starting with Worcester County three years ago and a brief stint
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Feral cat treatment still hairy issue in area National-level group rallies around trap-neuter-return despite county opposition
By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Although the county health department is on the opposite end of the issue, local cat advocacy groups are still trying to get more people involved in efforts to control the feral cat population via a strategy known as trap-neuter-return (TNR). Several dozen local cat advocates attended a meeting last week at the Ocean City Fire Company’s Station 5 in West Ocean City to confer with representatives of Alley Cat Allies, a national organization that supports humane feral cat control. “If TNR is the only method that has effectively reduced the number of feral animals, why are we not supporting it?” posed Rebekah DeHaven, attorney for Alley Cat Allies. “It’s not just the warm and fuzzy ... if you care about shelter budgets and about community health, it’s the right thing to do.” However, when asked this week, the Worcester County Health Department reiterated that its “stance has not changed,” according to Environmental Health Director Edward Potetz, who referred back to the de-
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case studies indicating that diligent TNR will reduce populations. In Atlantic City, for instance, feral cats living under and around the boardwalk were subjected to TNR, with notches in their ears indicating to trappers and visitors which animals had been neutered and vaccinated. Between 200 and 2015, the cat population in Atlantic City was reduced from 275 cats to 127. Elsewhere, a study of a similar program at the University of Central Florida found TNR reduced the number of feral cats on the campus by 66 percent over 11 years. The findings were published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. In Worcester County, however, the health department has been reluctant to bless TNR operations because of rabies concerns. There is no way to ensure that all cats in a given TNR area are being re-vaccinated, health officials say. Of the 192 confirmed cases of rabies since 2009, according to health department data, six have been cats, with the vast majority being raccoons. However, the county says that, from 2000-2014, 47 of the 178 people treated for rabies in Worcester reported exposure to a suspected cat. “Rabid cats result in more people being treated for exposure to rabies, as most people know to stay away from sick wildlife, but they often ap-
proach and handle sick cats,” Potetz Neutering the cats not only stops said. this cycle, advocates say, but also reBut while TNR may not be a per- duces nuisance complaints from fect solution, much of the support property owners. Neutered cats are both locally and nationally for the quieter, less likely to spray or defeidea comes from a lack of better alter- cate near buildings, and less aggresnatives. sive toward pets or “We know the alother wild animals ternative is killing such as birds, which the cats, which will are of particular just result in having concern. ‘If you’re concerned about new, unvaccinated “If you’re conrabies, concerned about cats move in,” said cerned about rabirds, or even if you just Kayla Christiano, bies, concerned don’t like having cats Alley Cat Allies’ about birds, or even around, the answer is the campaign manager. if you just don’t like If feral cats are having cats around, same: you reduce the picked up by public the answer is the population and TNR is the agencies respondsame: you reduce only way proven to do it’ ing to citizen comthe population and Kayla Christiano, plaints, they are TNR is the only way most likely eutha- Alley Cat Allies Campaign proven to do it,” nized. Most agenChristiano said. Manager cies, including In the past, the Worcester County, health department hold animals for a has cited comnumber of days in plaints of property case an owner appears, but feral cats destruction and bites and scratches are, by definition, un-owned and un- from feral cats, although it “does not adoptable. maintain a log of complaints about TNR advocates argue, however, feral cats,” Potetz said. that cats will naturally breed to fill Still, the concern of liability weighs their environmental capacity, and heavily in favor of removing cats can replace their numbers with new rather than returning them. Public cats faster than they can be killed, health officials and local TNR advoeven in the face of organized culling cates are often at odds over the legal efforts by government agencies. allowances needed to organize TNR
efforts. “It is not illegal to feed feral animals. However, once a person begins feeding feral animals, that person is deemed the custodian of the animal and becomes responsible for all care for that animal including rabies shots,” Potetz said. “Worcester County code also prohibits free roaming dogs and cats.” This is not the case in Ocean City, where there is no legal statute tying ownership of an animal to the property it is on. The health department has encouraged the city to crack down by adopting some measure of legal responsibility for a person deemed to be harboring a feral animal. TNR advocates, on the other hand, have pressed for changes to the county’s laws. “Inside Ocean City, it’s less of an issue if we get a call from a property owner who supports TNR,” said Susan Coleman of Community Cats Coalition, which has done TNR projects with several colonies of cats in the resort area. “The county is more difficult and we would like for them to come around to the benefits of it.” Alley Cat Allies can provide startup funding for TNR efforts. “We’re more than willing to help you organize, but there have to be boots on the ground ... and a political will to address it,” DeHaven said.
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10310 QUARTER DECK GLEN RIDDLE - $739,000 Striking luxury waterfront custom home w/4BR & deeded boat slip. If you are looking for a lifestyle of boating, golf, tennis, swimming, & clubhouse look no further. Meticulously appointed & has sweeping views of Heron Creek off the ocean's back bay. From the minute you drive up you will see professionally landscaped yard, paver driveway & walkway. Large covered front porch w/maintenance free decking for watching endless sunsets. Wide-plank reclaimed chestnut 100 year old hardwood floors throughout, custom paint & upgraded lighting & millwork. Open floor plan leads to spacious family room overlooking water. MLS 499262
Stunning water views rarely available for sale in the sought after community of Indian Creek, Berlin's finest neighborhood. Minutes from Assateague Island beaches and state park, four golf courses, Sunset Marina, Ocean City and a wide variety of restaurants. Custom built by Monogram builders & has been professionally landscaped. As you drive through the pristine neighborhood & pull into the circular drive you will be welcomed by the inviting porch w/wrought iron railings & bluestone walkway. 4BR/4BA/ 2 1/2BA, 1ST Floor MB, Study, Great Room, DR,LR, Laundry, Home Theater, Professionally Landscape and Hardscaping, Outdoor Fireplace, 3 Car garage, Upgrades galore... MLS# 495805
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CLOSE TO THE INLET- NO HOA FEES. Deep water w/ 16,000 lift and cutting table, accommodate a 45ft boat. Panoramic bay views and sunsets from custom built 4BR/4.5BA home featuring 4 bay front decks. Unparalleled residence offers bright open floor plan, bamboo floor, gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, family room with 75'' HDTV entertainment system, elevator with 750 lb capacity, video security system, central vac & sprinkler system. OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE. MLS#495418
4BR/3BA single family home w/ dock that accommodates two boats & jet ski. Spacious kitchen and breakfast area. Large dining area off the kitchen. Great room w/ beautiful stone fireplace. Florida room w/ bay views. 1st floor has large room w/ water views and full bath. This can be used as a first floor master bedroom or study or home office. Second floor has 2 BRs & 3 additional BRs, including another master BR overlooking the water with a private balcony. MLS 499961
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3BR/3.5BA decorator furnished condo. Premier corner end unit with unbelievable water views. The living area and kitchen overlook the water and lead into an inviting dining area. Spacious great room. Kitchen w/ in eat in bar and upgrades. Large master BR w/ private deck. 2 additional BRs each w/ water views & own bath. Freshly painted and comes with a washer and dryer. MLS 499707
Very affordable 1BR/1BA Direct Bay Front condo with incredible views. Completely redone with granite counter tops, custom white cabinets, new kitchen appliances, new carpet, new tile flooring, new furniture and much more. Looks like a model and has never been rented. great layout, large balcony. Great condo association, low fees. Amenities include an outdoor pool and tennis courts. MLS 499752
3BR/2BA spacious Ocean Block condo in midtown OC, looks like a model and is priced to sell. Upgrades throughout, large open floor plan and bay/ocean views from large balcony. Gourmet kitchen has tile floors, nice appliances and large breakfast bar with corian countertops. Dining area is open and off the kitchen. Family room w/ wood laminate floors and gas fireplace. All bedrooms are spacious and have wood laminate flooring. Full size laundry room w/ washer & dryer. Has a great rental investment potential. MLS 499754
LOT 11 CARRYBACK RD SNOW HILL $359,000
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ISLAND OF HIDDEN HARBOUR CAYMAN #313 $479,000 3BR/2BA END UNIT w/canal & bay views & comes w/deeded boat slip #341. Breathtaking water views. Boat slip is right at your back door directly behind the condo in protected area. Impressive family room w/vaulted ceilings, expansive deck overlooking water. Spacious dining room, large kitchen wplenty of cabinet space & breakfast bar w/newer appliances. Master BR has a glass slider which opens directly onto balcony w/incredible views & it has a full master bath & walk-in closet. MLS 498472
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SEA WATCH - $349,900 #715 SOUTH TOWER Beautifully updated 2BR/2BA + den. Upgraded kitchen w/ granite counter tops, new cabinets and newer appliances. Freshly painted. Upgraded mill work. Ocean views and large balcony. Sea Watch building has southern exposure w/ incredible ocean views. Located on 7th floor and has storage locker. MLS 500153
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3BR/2BA condo in north OC. Unit has updated flooring & nicely furnished. You won't find a better opportunity to own an ocean front unit. Large living & dining area for entertaining, master BR w/great view of ocean & 2 additional BRs w/ocean & bay views. Building offers both an indoor & outdoor pools, fitness center, sauna, game room, security & tennis court. MLS#497961
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THUNDER ISLAND #153D $289,900 2BR/2BA, upgraded kitchen w/custom table that rolls, has storage & comfortably seats 8 people. Sunsets & outdoor dining from large balcony. Living space is open & airy. Large master BR w/full bath & the 2nd BR w/plenty of space. Never been rented & very well maintained. Condo complex has pool overlooking bay & boats slips are available for owners.Within walking distance to restaurants, beach & Convention Center. MLS 498866
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6014 S POINT RD, BERLIN $1,025,000 Relaxing lifestyle w/ panoramic breathtaking Bay, 379 ft. custom paver driveway & oversize garage, elevator, or use stairs. & gaze out onto your 1.9 acre property w/450ft lighted pier & 2 boat slips. This custom home was built w/finest craftsmanship. The elevated 1st floor has 3 large BRs, 2 BAs, family room & custom tiled room complete w/shower for easy washing of your pets. Beautiful wood staircase that winds to 2nd floor w/additional spacious family room w/wood burning FP & gourmet chef's kitchen w/large walk-in pantry, 48 inch SS refrigerator, gas cook-top w/electric griddle & convection oven, microwave, 2nd convection oven & dishwasher. 2nd floor also has lavish master BR suite overlooking the Bay. Call today for your own private tour. MLS#494411
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2.08 acre lot overlooking Chincoteague Bay & Assateague Island. 164 feet of direct bay frontage, borders 10 acres of conservation habitat in prestigious development of Equestrian Shores. Can accommodate large boat dock, extensive pier & multiple boat lifts. Views are amazing & endless. Located 35 minutes from Ocean City & 30 minutes from Salisbury. MLS# 491710
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37403 WOODS RUN CIRCLE WATERS RUN SELBYVILLE $439,900 Custom built in 2014, 4BR/3BA w/ 2 car garage has over $100,000 in upgrades. Large gourmet chefs kitchen w/ granite counter tops, custom cabinets, SS appliances & upgraded lighting. Large open floor plan w/ cathedral ceilings. Family room w/ stone fireplace. Large screened in porch. 1st floor master BR w/ lavish bath& walk-in closets. 2 additional BRs. one is on the first floor and a bath and laundry room. 2nd floor large living loft area, or a 4th bedroom w/ is a full bath & storage area. MLS 703476
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KRISTY #10, OCEAN CITY $239,900 BEST DEAL in Ocean City! Perfect vacation home or rental for large families & in great location off 28th st. There is a inviting living area, spacious kitchen w/dining area, 3BR/2.5BA & laundry room on 1st floor. 3 additional bonus rooms w/closets on 2nd floor. Rear deck w/peek of the Bay & oversize covered front porch. Many upgrades throughout - new HVAC System, windows & glass sliders, appliances, carpet, tile, ceiling fans & WH. MLS# 498739
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BAYWATCH 301B, BAYWATCH I $319,900 Spacious 3BR/2BA in one of finest communities in OC. Upgraded throughout. Large kitchen with upgraded floors, cabinets and appliances. Dining area flows off of kitchen, oversize living area with glass sliders leading to huge deck. Large master bedroom has enormous closet and lavish bath with soaking tub and shower. Two additional bedrooms which are large as well. MLS# 496850
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2BR/2BA & den w/ amazing ocean and bay views. Covered deck. Remodeled kitchen, cabinets, newer appliances, countertops, sliders, and A/C system. Indoor & outdoor pool, fitness center, lighted tennis courts, volleyball, basketball court, playground, movie room, and game room with pool tables! Walk to restaurants, shops and movie theater. MLS 496251
1BR/1.5BA, unique 2 story bi-level style condo. This condo is in the Jockey Beach Club Derby Building, a great location in North Ocean City steps from Northside park. There is plenty of room to cook in the kitchen or relax in the large living area. There is an awesome deck off of the living area that overlooks the pool. The bedroom is very large and private. This is a self managed building with low condo fees. A great investment or second home. Easy walking distance to the beach, restaurants and shopping. MLS 496924
2BR/2BA is steps from beach & centrally located on 77th St. Open layout w/cathedral ceilings & large open kitchen & dining area leading to private balcony. Master BR is off the family room & kitchen. 2nd BR is private w/stairs to loft area w/full bath. Well taken care of unit & numerous upgrades, including new base board heaters & remodeled BAs. Entire condo building been redone w/new siding & balconies.Within walking distance to stores & restaurants. Priced for a quick sale. MLS 499295
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MSEA teacher conference draws weekend crowd Union sponsors workshops, vendors and presentations
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Organizers said about 1,000 teachers from across the state attended the Maryland State Education Association’s annual convention held last Friday at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center on 40th Street. Worcester schools were closed that day, but local teachers were not obligated to attend.
By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Worcester schools, as well as some nursery schools and day care centers, were closed last Friday — much to the chagrin of working parents — while the Maryland State Education Association held its annual convention in Ocean City. Although teachers had no obligation to attend the sessions at the convention center, about 1,000 educators did, according to organizers, with some being reimbursed for attendance by their respective districts. “We’ll set the stances on what business is going to be important as well as letting school boards, elected officials and other stakeholders know what our priorities are,” Steven Hershkowitz, MSEA press secretary, said. “These are leading professionals — that’s what all of this is about — who want a say in what is going on.” Dozens of workshops and a union meeting were offered during the two-day event held at convention center on Coastal Highway at 40th Street under four headings: Building an Instructional Toolkit, Exploring Personal and Professional Assets, Accessing Students Resources and The Whole Student. The centerpiece talk, delivered Friday afternoon, was called “Ending the school to prison pipeline: building a positive school climate, culture and community.” “It’s looking at non-punitive discipline,” Hershkowitz said. The focus, he said, was to get members thinking of the different ways to engage troubled students and to match them with resources within the schools, communities or outside services that might be able to serve pupils better than simply ejecting them from a classroom. “Like any other professional organization, we can find out what our peers are doing and how you might be able to fit those practices within your niche,” Beth Shockley-Lynch, president of the Worcester County Teachers Association, See CONVENTION Page 18
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The PARCC assessment was administered for the first time last year and about half of the students demonstrated college and career readiness. PARCC touches on how well students learn specific skills such as critical thinking and problem solving. All parents will receive reports based on five levels of performance once their child reaches third grade. On Oct. 27, Maryland high school PARCC results will be released for the first time at a state board meeting in Baltimore followed by elementary and middle school results on Dec. 8. Individual reports are scheduled to be sent home to parents and students in December or January.
The Worcester County Board of Education approved a policy to establish naming criteria for buildings, structures, hallways, facilities and stadiums on Tuesday. A public school building can be named after the community location or road; a significant landmark or a person who had made significant contributions to the nation, state of Maryland or Worcester County. In future decisions, the superintendent will present board members with a list of names and a vote will be taken to determine who the structure will be named after.
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Students received laptop computers last month and a total of 515 were distributed at Stephen Decatur, Snow Hill and Pocomoke high schools. The devices have allowed Worcester County teachers to start implementing “Teach. Learn. Connect.” in their classrooms. The system gives students and teachers access to a smorgasbord of online search capabilities and a host of digital
Showell Elementary The board outlined the beginning of the design process for a replacement Showell Elementary School. First, a detailed description of the proposed area requirements and instructional space for each room will be composed, which will take about 8 to 10 months. Meanwhile, the architect will meet with staff members and multiple public meetings will be held to help define priorities. Once specifications are laid out, the architect will design a preliminary floor plan and development will begin. As the process progresses, each step must be submitted to the state before designers can move to the next phase.
Convention center hosts teachers Continued from Page 16 said. “Every teacher should take the opportunity to see where the rights we have now came from” and to see how the interactions between teacher and student have evolved over time. Of the more than the 700 voting delegates to attend the convention, six were from Worcester, including ShockleyLynch. Gary McCabe, Worcester’s MSEA Uniserv director and lifelong Worcester resident, had a twofold view of the event. “Conventions like these determine the political direction of the National
Education Association, which is seen as liberal, but is voted on by teachers in conservative areas like Worcester,” he said. “Also, there is a significant financial benefit to the area to host the convention. Some teachers get an in-service credit to attend and come spend money in the area, which benefits everyone.” The convention also featured a number of vendors for things such as educational supplies, teacher comfort items such as shoes and massage equipment plus other items such as jewelry and makeup.
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Retiree healthcare study finds few answers Growing costs, low returns, volume of teachers prevent progress in funding liability
By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Another casualty of the 2008 financial meltdown could be the “golden handcuffs” of yesteryear’s government employee, at least in Worcester County. For two meetings and a work session, the county commissioners have struggled with the notion of offering post-retirement health care coverage to spouses and dependents of employees who hire on after an as-yetundetermined date. Earlier this year, the county changed health care plans and adjusted the share they would contribute from a 90-10 split to 8020. In years past, conventional wisdom in accepting a government job was the employee agrees to a lower salary than might be expected in the private sector, but the shortfall was compensated for with an extremely attractive benefits package. Worcester County has, according to Maryland’s Office of Workforce In-
formation and Performance, the third cer Phil Thompson said if the county highest unemployment rate in the did as others do in its reporting, and state as of August, at 6.9 percent. This left out the Board of Education, the number is trending down — in April county would show a surplus. it was 10.1 percent Several years — but with the end ago, when ecoof summer and local nomic conditions ‘Looking nationally, 15-16 businesses downsizwere better, the percent of our group is ing for the colder county began conmonths, where that going to have a catastrophic tributing to the number ends up is trust fund to cover illness whether we have a anyone’s guess. its own employees. wellness program or not. However, more At the end of fiscal Anything we can do is than one commis2015 in June, the more than worth it. sioner has said pubcounty had a negaWe have to start licly that a potential tive net obligation employee is not to this trust in exsomewhere.’ making an employcess of $18.5 milCommissioner ment decision based lion. Joe Mitrecic upon health care The board of edcoverage for their ucation, which has dependent children. more than twice as Thus, the justification for examining many participants in its health care these benefits is found. plan as the county does, hasn’t County staff, however, while fol- socked away a nest egg in their retirelowing the commissioners’ directives, ment benefit trust. As a result, it has has contended that potential savings an obligation of almost $56 million. by eliminating post-employment According to the recently released benefits to spouses and children are actuarial study of the county’s firelatively small and take a long time nances, the total outstanding liability to realize. for county employees only is about In addition, county Finance Offi- $51 million. The Board of Education’s
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OCTOBER SHORES A panoramic photo of the beach near 82nd Street shows that, while the dunes may be deserted of tourists in mid-October, they still offer something in terms of scenic beauty.
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From politics to pilgrimage, Pillas keeps moving ahead Former city councilwoman and husband trek across Spain on medieval route
By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) At least on the national level, retiring from politics often conjures up images of speaking tours or talking head TV appearances. Seldom would you expect a politician to follow up her career by going on a literal pilgrimage. But former Ocean City Councilwoman Margaret Pillas and her husband, Perry, did just that, spending part of this past summer in Spain on a 41-day, 450-mile walk from the east end of the country to the west, on a route that has been walked by pilgrims since at least the 9th century. “I’ve wanted to do it for probably 30 years,” Pillas said. “The Boardwalk store always kept us busy in the summer. Then when I got out of politics, I decided it was time.” The trek is known as the Camino de Santiago, literally “the road to Santiago,” or the “way of Saint James,” with Santiago being the Spanish word derived from the saint’s original Latin name. The route is the traditional path taken across northern Spain by pilgrims from all over Europe to reach to cathedral of St. James at the city named after him, Santiago de Compostela. While there are hundreds of known routes over the centuries, most all converge at the town of Roncesvalles, the first resting place after crossing the Pyrenees Mountains on the French-Spanish border. Most modern travelers, including Pillas, begin their journey at Roncesvalles. The route today is semi-organized by the Catholic Church. Each pilgrim is given a passbook to collect stamps at various waypoints across Spain. The route is marked with scallop shells, the traditional symbol of St. James. “Sometimes there’s a path just for foot traffic and sometimes you’re
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Margaret and Perry Pillas leave mementos along the route to Santiago de Compostela. In many locations, the ground itself is built up from centuries of pilgrims’ stones and other trinkets.
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Pillases finish 450-mile trek in Spain, on foot, in 41 days Continued from Page 23 together, you stay in the same place. cathedral on pilgrimages from hun- It’s almost like being in college dreds of different starting points. again.” “If you get in later in the evening, Of course, the experience of the avit can be hard to find a place to sleep, erage European student-adventurer so we would usually wake up early to is different from, say, a pair of retired get some miles in Ocean City business before the heat,” owners. Pillas said. “A lot of “A lot of the times, we would get younger people into a town and it ‘You’re always looking, always were trying to get would be vacant. the whole thing Between 2 and 5 trying to stay on the path...It’s done in 30 days,” p.m., you don’t see almost impossible not to get Pillas said. “They anyone or hear any- lost. A few times we would walk don’t have the time one. Everything is what looked like the right way, to spend. Perry and closed. That’s the I actually blocked and when we got to the next out 90 days, beafternoon siesta. Then everyone village, someone would say ‘oh, cause we really didwakes up and starts el Camino, no,’ and we’d have n’t know how fast working again in we’d be able to go, to detour back a mile.’ the evening.” or if either of us Former Ocean City The Pillases finwould run into a Councilwoman ished their trek in health problem. I 41 days, averaging wanted to make Margaret Pillas 11 miles a day. Hills sure we finished.” were much slower “I wouldn’t really going, whereas flatcall it a ‘bucket list’ ter areas could be thing,” Pillas contackled up to 20 miles per day. tinued. “It’s just something that “I would say most of the people comes over me and I want to go out were 20-35 years old – young back- and do it because I have the chance. packers – or priests,” Pillas said. “You Perry and I have been to over 70 get close to people along the way ... countries now, and we plan on seeing you walk together, you talk, you eat more.”
Perry Pillas approaches a Spanish village across the characteristically arid landscape of northern Spain along the most-traveled stretch of the Camino de Santiago.
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American Legion hosts second gala for wounded warriors in OC Veterans treated with trip to Boardwalk, Life-Saving Museum and Coast Guard
By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Ocean City and the American Legion welcomed 15 wounded warriors from the Walter Reed Medical Center in Bethesda, Md. last weekend. They participated in a number of activities including breakfast from the American Legion and VFW, a boat ride and lunch with United States Coast Guards in Ocean City and a trip to the Veterans Support Center of America near Salisbury. “This is the third time [the American Legion has hosted Wounded Warriors in Ocean City,]” said American Legion Post #166 Commander Sarge Garlitz. Last Saturday night, dozens of people attended the second annual Wounded Warriors Gala on 24th Street and heard from keynote speaker Dr. Debra Malone, a retired U.S. Air Force colonel and the trauma research director at Walter Reed National Naval Medical Center. Malone praised the heroes in at-
tendance for all they have endured and challenged Ocean City to have a Wounded Warrior Week in their honor each year. Ronda Johnson, 43, from Arlington, Va. was one of the veterans who attended the event. She joined the Army after graduating high school in 1989 and has been on too many tours to keep track, although Desert Storm was most memorable. “I came on this trip [to Ocean City] as a suggestion from a therapist,” Johnson said. Her injury has led to a sedentary lifestyle and she found herself battling depression and post-traumatic stress disorder at home. “You have to start somewhere. Being around other wounded warriors and hearing their success stories made me feel hopeful. I can do this,” Johnson said. She has been to Ocean City with loved ones, but on this trip, Johnson was able to learn about the resort’s history and check out the Boardwalk and Life-Saving Station Museum. “My favorite part of the trip was learning about the history with the Coast Guard,” Johnson said. “Everyone made me feel comfortable, were looking out for me and it was the See INJURED Page 26
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Two wounded warriors from Walter Reed Medical Center, Richard Banks, left, and Oscar Guerra pose for a picture during the second annual Wounded Warriors Gala at the American Legion on 24th Street last Saturday.
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Ronda Johnson served in the United States Army since 1989 and enjoyed her trip to Ocean City last weekend. She smiles for a photo at the second annual Wounded Warriors Gala at the American Legion on 24th Street last Saturday.
Continued from Page 25 most stress-free trip.” Ocean City’s beach was a welcoming sight for Oscar Guerra, 39, of Los Angeles, Calif., who spent 16 years in the Army including two tours in Iraq. “The best part was walking downstairs from the hotel right out onto the beach,” Guerra said. “Growing up in LA, I miss the beaches and this weekend reminded me of growing up and being a beach bum all day.” When the weather warms up, Guerra said he will be an avid visitor to the resort town. “This was my first trip to Ocean City. It’s a nice place with a little bit of everything for the entire family,” Guerra said. “I am extremely grateful for the people in Ocean City and their treatment of veterans. It re-
minded me of southern hospitality.” Richard Banks, 67, of Baltimore County joined the Marine Corps in 1966, completed two tours in Vietnam and spent seven years in the Army. “This was my first trip to Ocean City and the people were my favorite part,” Banks said. “Everyone has been hospitable and shown you appreciation. We go through mental and physical trauma which causes depression because we are not doing the things we want to do. You learn to accept, move on and I became spiritual.” Josh Short was born on an Air Force base in Idaho and never lived in one place for more than four years. About 12 years ago, Short, 31, joined the Army and in 2009 was
deployed to Iraq. Another first timer to Ocean City, Short thought the trip sounded like a good time and loved watching his kids on the Coast Guard boat. “Its good therapy and nice to see people experience life other than the hospital,” Short said. “The generosity is amazing and I can’t say thank you enough.” Patrick Lewhorn, 21, of Cincinnati, Ohio, joined the Navy almost two years ago, completed boot camp and was off to further training when he was diagnosed with cancer. This was his first trip to Ocean City. Now medically retired and in remission, Lewhorn is taking scuba diving and auto mechanic classes. “I always had the ability to survive,” Lewhorn said. “You get knocked down and you get back up.”
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Burglary Christopher Bowden, 21, of Fruitland, Md. was arrested on Oct. 13 for breaking into a friend’s apartment, stealing an Xbox 360 and pawning it at a local shop on April 23. Ocean City police officers reported Bowden entered through a window on the front porch by cutting the screen and a shoe scuff mark was found on the window frame. An investigation revealed Bowden pawned the Xbox 360 on the same day it was stolen, the report stated. He was arrested and charged with first degree burglary, fourth degree burglary theft, malicious destruction of property and theft.
Assault Ocean City police officers arrested Garry Bell, 52, of Sinking Spring, Pa. for assaulting his girlfriend inside a hotel on Oct. 15. Upon arrival, Ocean City police communications advised officers Bell had a warrant from Pennsylvania and was immediately handcuffed, according to the report. Police reported the victim had a fresh cut on her lip, she told officers
Bell had beaten her numerous times in the past four days and knocked her out at one point. The report stated the victim had bruises on her arm, shoulder, lower back and scratches on her neck. Bell was arrested for the warrant and second degree assault.
Breaking and entering Harrison McCray, 32, of Frankford, Del. and Mershica Johnson, 33, of Berlin were arrested on Oct. 17 for breaking into a unit uptown and living inside for an undisclosed period of time. On Oct. 16, an Ocean City police officer checked on the residence after a suspicious owner called from out of town and evidence was collected from the home by the Forensic Services Unit. The next day, an individual was seen by an officer standing in the doorway, the report stated. Once other officers arrived, McCray and Johnson exited the unit and were arrested for fourth degree burglary.
Burglary and theft Ocean City police officers arrested Dean Main, 23, of Edgewood, Md. for theft and fourth degree burglary.
On Sunday morning, police reported Main was walking down Coastal Highway holding a bright yellow beer table umbrella. Main told officers he found the umbrella in a gutter and the smell of alcohol was emanating from his breath, the report stated. Police reported the umbrella was taken from a local restaurant’s outdoor seating area and was worth $200.
DUI John Hill, 45, of Ocean City, was arrested on Sunday for driving under the influence, failure to display registration card, driving without current plates and driving on a revoked license. An Ocean City police officer stopped Hill after noticing the registration on his car had been expired since August. Police reported Hill did not know where his registration card was located and his Maryland license had been revoked in 2011. In addition, the officer stated Hill smelled like alcohol and performed poorly on field sobriety tests. On Oct. 10, Hill had an initial appearance before a district court commissioner where he was ordered not to drive until his trial on Nov. 18.
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(Oct. 23, 2015) The Town of Ocean City’s Public Works Department will begin conducting the fall hydrant flushing of the water system beginning Sunday, Nov. 1. The hydrant flushing, which is done bi-annually, is scheduled to be done during the early morning hours. The project is expected to be completed by Nov. 5. Residents and businesses are reminded that after flushing there may be a slight discoloration of the water. This is not harmful and will dissipate after a short time. If you wish to clear your pipes, run cold water for several minutes until the water runs clear. For questions or concerns about the hydrant flushing in your area, contact the public works water department at 410-524-8388.
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OBITUARIES MARSHA ANN STANTON Ocean City On Oct. 16, 2015, Marsha Ann Stanton, age 69, from Ocean City, Md. peacefully passed at 5:40 a.m. Born on July 13, 1946 in Washington D.C., she is the daughter to the late Thomas and Mary Berry Allan. She was a Realtor for Coldwell Banker where she Marsha Stanton worked as a rental agent for 37 years. Marsha was a devoted mother to her two daughters and a doting grandmother to her granddaughter, Mariana Donohue, and grandsons, Everett and Martin Savage. She loved listening to an array of music, had an impeccable taste for shopping and loved to cook gourmet meals for all to share. She was predeceased by her parents, sister, Carol Eichelburg, and brother, Arthur Allan. She is survived by her daughters, Angela Vermillion and Jacqueline Stanton Donohue; her beloved granddaughter, Mariana Donohue; cherished grandsons, Everett and Martin Savage and sisters, Judy Kurucz, Janice Aldridge, Beverly Randolph, Lois Mills and Gayle Allan. Family will receive friends on Friday, Oct. 23, 2015 from 10-11 a.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Piney Parish, 4535 Piney Church Road, Waldorf, Md. 20602. Service will begin at 11 a.m. Interment will be private. Marsha asks in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Fund and Beau Biden Foundation. MARY DOROTHY KRUGER Ocean Pines Mary Dorothy Kruger, age 88, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2015 at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Baltimore, she was the daughter of the late Ethel Adreon. She was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, James P. Kruger, Jr. Mary “Dot”Kruger in 1991. Surviving are children Maria E. Kruger Hicken and her husband, Gary, of Taneytown, Md.; James P. Kruger, III and his wife, Mary Kathleen, of Ellicott City, Md.; Charles A. Kruger, Sr. and his wife, Mary Theresa, of Parsonsburg, Md.; Mary Dorothy Kruger Garrish and her husband, Bryan, of Ellicott City, Md.; Theresa Kruger Lank and her husband, Dana, of Willards, Md. and Paula J. Kruger Willison and her husband, Randy, of Berlin, Md. She was an adored grandmother to 17 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Mrs. Kruger owned and operated Kruger’s Cottages in West Ocean City,
Ocean City Today along with her husband for many years. After her husband’s death in 1991, she began a second career as a line dancing instructor at Northside Park for the Ocean City Recreation and Parks Department. She decided to “activate instead of vegetate.” Dottie fostered many long-term friendships. She enjoyed bus trips, trips to the casino and playing Texas Holdem and Pinochle with her many friends. She bowled for many years. Dottie was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church. She was awarded the Key to Ocean City three times and she was named Senior Volunteer of the Year by Ocean City Recreation and Parks in 2007. Mayor Rick Meehan declared Jan. 30, 2007 as “Dot Kruger Day” to honor her tireless volunteer service to the senior community. Most of all Dot loved her big family. They were the focal point of her life. She always had time to teach, hug and love all of her family members. Her compassion, wisdom and her strong Catholic faith are her legacy. She was known as Mom, Mother, Mil, Mother-in Law, Miss Dot, Mommie, Grandmom, MeMaw, MeMom, Grandma and Grams. She loved all of her names. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday, Oct. 16, 2015 at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Ocean City. Rev. Stanislao Esposito officiated. Interment followed in Sunset Memorial Park near Berlin. A donation in her memory may be made to Coastal Hospice. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. AARON E. WEBB Ocean City Aaron E. Webb, age 84, died on Monday, Oct. 12, 2015 at his home. Born in Kentucky, he was the son of the late Zebb and Bonnie Patton Webb. He was preceded in death by his wife, Faye L. Webb. He is survived by his sister, Charlotte Mebber, of Panama City, Fla.; Aaron E. Webb nieces, Melissa Rossetti, Gail Faye Maynard, Vickie Kroviak, Alexandra Stapleton and Taylor Stapleton and nephews, Nicholas Rossetti and Warren Stapleton. He also leaves behind his beloved companion, Lydia Re. Preceding him in death were his sisters, Yvonne Kroviak and Delores Biggs. Mr. Webb had served in the United States Marine Corps, and later started his own construction business, Bricklaying, Inc. Known to all as “The Kentucky Gentleman,” he was a member of the American Legion Post #131, Colmar Manor, Md., the Sierra Club, Ocean City Marlin Club and the Humane Society. A funeral service was held on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015 at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Rev. Michael Moyer officiated. Interment was Oct. 19, 2015, in Trinity Memo-
rial Gardens in Waldorf, Md. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Worcester County Humane Society, P.O. Box 48, Berlin, Md. 21811. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. WILLIAM HUBERT HASTINGS Berlin William Hubert Hastings, age 78, died Friday, Oct. 16, 2015 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury. Born in Berlin, he was the son of the late Orlando Wilson Hastings and Kathryn Davis Hastings. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Catherine HastWilliam Hastings ings, in 2006. He is survived by her daughters, Cora Hastings Booth and her husband, Michael, of Berlin and Sallie Hastings Campion and her husband, Bill, of Hebron. There are seven grandchildren, Michele Booth, Jason Booth and his wife, Danielle, Matthew Booth, Angela Mizak and heir husband, Tim, Lacey Sterner, Elaina Birch and her husband, Drew, and Natalee West, and five great-grandchildren, Joey Booth, Briella Booth, Charleigh Hanna, Kaleb Birch and Kolby Birch. Also surviving is a sister, JoAnn Wilbur and her husband, Paul, of Salisbury. Mr. Hastings was a member of the first graduating class of Stephen Decatur High School in 1955. He had worked for many years as an Assateague State Park ranger, and later for the Acme Market. He was a member of Stevenson United Methodist Church in Berlin, the Delmarva Coon Hunters Association and the Assateague Mobile Sports Fisherman’s Association. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015 at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Rev. Ron Soulsman officiated. Interment followed in Evergreen Cemetery in Berlin. A donation in his memory may be made to the United Cerebral Palsy Foundation, 3 Columbus Circle, 15th Floor, New York, N.Y., 10019. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. JAMES FRANKLIN NICHOLS Willards James Franklin Nichols, age 77, died Friday, Oct. 16, 2015 at his home. Born in Bivalve, N.J., he was the son of the late John and Alice Jackson Nichols. He is survived by his longtime companion, Pauline Hudson, James Nichols and daughters, Becky Nichols and her husband, Curtis Steele, of Berlin; Jamie Nichols and her husband, Tarik Khalid, Sr., of Pittsville and Terry
PAGE 31 Kohlhoff and her husband, David Kohlhoff, Sr., of Willards. There are five grandchildren, David Kohlhoff, Jr, Tarik Khalid, Jr. Madison Luffman, Alyssa Khalid and Reva Coffin, along with several nieces and nephews. Mr. Nichols had been a waterman and clammer on the vessel “Betty C.” He was an avid NASCAR fan. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015 at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Cremation followed the service with interment at sea at a later date. A donation in his memory may be made to Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, Md. 21804. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. GARY E. MEYER Berlin Gary E. Meyer, age 63, died Friday, Oct. 16, 2015 at his home. Born in Washington, D.C., he was the son of the late Frank and Thelma Schermerhorn Meyer. He was preceded in death by his wife. Bridget Ann Meyer. He is survived by his daughter. AnGary E. Meyer gelique Waldron and her husband. Dana; a grandson, Keith Waldron, and a host of relatives and friends. Mr. Meyer had worked in sales for many years with Wonder Bread. A private service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation in his memory may be made to Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box. 1733, Salisbury, Md. 21804. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. LEROY TIMMONS Selbyville Leroy Timmons, age 74, of Selbyville died Thursday, Oct. 15, 2015 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury. He was the son of the late Roy Henry and Maude Marie (Wilkins) Timmons. Leroy was an independent truck driver for many years and was a member of the Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association. He served in the Air Force during the Vietnam War. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Jean Timmons, of Selbyville; a son, L.J. Timmons and wife, Diana, of Berlin; a step-daughter, Michal J. Rowe and husband, Kevin, of Millsboro; two sisters, Betty Bertrand and Shirley Kowarsch; two grandchildren, Anna L. Timmons and Levi J. Timmons and two step-grandchildren, Brandi Mills and Laura Deiter. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015 at Hastings Funeral Home in Selbyville. Burial was in Roxana Cemetery in Roxana. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.hastingsfuneralhome.net.
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WORLD WAR II: THE WOULD BE NORWEGIAN FØRER
By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III Contributing Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) This week, 70 years ago, Vidkun Abraham Lauritz Jonssøn Quisling was executed by a Norwegian firing squad at Akersus Fortress in the Norwegian capital of Oslo. He had been convicted by a Norwegian court of murder, high treason and other crimes and sentenced to die. Quisling was graduated from the Norwegian Military College with the highest score in the school’s history. On Nov. 1, 1911, he joined the Norwegian Army’s general staff. In March of 1918, he was posted to the Norwegian Legation in Petrograd (now St. Petersburg, Russia). Quisling was appointed defense minister of Norway in May 1931. He helped form the Nasjonal Samling (“National Unity”) Party, which was modeled on the Italian Fascist and German Nazi Parties. In elections held October 1933, the party failed to secure a single seat in Parliament, having garnered only 37,850 votes. By the time of the 1936 elections, Nasjonal Samling was aping the German Nazi party with Quisling even taking the title of “fører,” which is the Norwegian word for führer, or leader. But in the elections of 1936, the party polled even fewer votes than in 1933. During his travels, Quisling had met Alfred Rosenberg, who at the time held the offices of “Leader of the Foreign Policy Office of the Nazi Party” and
“Commissar for Supervision of Intellectual and Ideological Education of the Nazi Party.” In other words, he was the Nazi Party “philosopher.” Through Rosenberg, he was introduced to Großadmiral Eric Ræder, head of the Kriegsmarine. Adm. Ræder recognized the importance of Norway, and its 3,000 miles of coastline (especially for the Kriegsmarine) in the coming war and, together with Rosenberg, arranged for the Norwegian fører to meet the German führer. Hitler was unimpressed with Quisling, and directed that none of the German plans for the preemptive invasion of the Kingdom of Norway be shared with him. As a matter of fact, when the invasion was launched, Quisling was as surprised as anyone. The invasion of the Kingdom of Norway was launched by the Germans because the French and British were planning to do the same thing and the Germans could not allow the British to control their access to the Atlantic by shutting off the Baltic Sea from the Atlantic. The Germans also could not allow the British to interdict their supply of iron ore coming from Sweden through the Norwegian port of Narvik during the winter months, when the Swedish ports were inaccessible due to ice. Therefore, although Hitler would have preferred that Norway remain neutral, the Germans felt they had no choice. When, on April 9, Norwegian Prime Minister Johan Nygaardsvold
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telephoned King Haakon VII and told him that Norway was at war, the king responded with the question, “Against whom?” In addition to targeting Trondheim, Narvik, Bergen and other points on the Norwegian coast, the German Wehrmacht also, of course, targeted Norway’s largest city, and capital, Oslo. It hoped to capture the Norwegian government intact, but that plan was foiled when the heavy cruiser Blücher, transporting the force designated for that task, was sunk at 4:30 A.M. by the 40-year-old guns of Oscarsborg Fortress, which guarded the approaches to the Norwegian capital.
By 7:23 a.m., the government and the royal family were on a special train from Oslo to Hamar, where the Norwegian Storting (Parliament) convened on the afternoon of April 9. Hamar is a town 76 miles north of Oslo, and today has a population of 29,000. Only five of the 150 members of the Storting failed to attend that meeting. The parliamentary session lasted until 7:30 p.m. when it was learned that the Germans were approaching Hamar. At that point, parliament was adjourned and the government relocated to Elverum, about 20 miles from Hamar and 50 miles from the Swedish border. Today, Elverum has a population of 20,000. In the meantime, Quisling had met with Hans Wilhelm Scheidt, who was Rosenberg’s personal representative in Norway, on the morning of April 9, and offered to form a government, since the Norwegian government had fled. A proposal was forwarded to der Führer, and accepted. At 7:30 p.m., Quisling broadcast on the radio that he was now in charge and ordered the Norwegians to cease all resistance. The Germans then demanded that King Haakon VII accept Quisling as the prime minister. The King refused and told the Storting that if it accepted Quisling as the prime minister, he would abdicate. The Storting unanimously rejected the German demand, at which time the Luftwaffe attacked Elverum, causing 32 fatalities, none of
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whom were government officials. The attack did force the government to move to Otta, which today has a population of less than 1,700. On April 23, 1940, the government and royal Family relocated again to the town of Molde, on the west coast. Today, Molde has a population of 20,000. Five days later Otta was occupied by elements of the 196th Infantry Division, commanded by Richard Pellengahr. The Luftwaffe began a week-long bombing attack against it on April 25, 1940. Germany recognized Quisling’s new government within 24 hours of his radio announcement. It appearing that Norwegians were not rallying around Quisling, the Reich, just as quickly, retracted its support. Der Führer wrote the would-be Norwegian Fører, thanking him for his efforts and guaranteeing him a place in the new government. On April 24, Joseph Terboven was appointed reichskommissar for Norway. Terboven appointed a group of 11 provisional “counselors-of-state” from the Nasjonal Samling Party who had to swear a personal oath to Quisling. These “counselors-of-state,” with the backing of the Germans, ran the country. On Sept. 25, 1941, the 11 were given the titles of “Ministers.” Quisling was named “Minister-President” of the “National Government” on Feb. 1, 1942, and he moved into the Royal Palace. Throughout his tenure, Quisling lobbied Hitler for the recall of Terboven without success. An SS regiment of Norwegians, Swedes and Danes was recruited and became a part of the SS Viking Panzer Division. In 1943, the SS Danmark regiment was formed and joined with SS Norge regiment of Norwegians from the Viking division to form the SS Nordland Panzergrenadier Division,
which fought at the Battle of Narva and was finally destroyed defending Berlin. On May 9, 1945, the Norwegian fører was arrested and imprisoned in Akersus Fortress. Before the war, Norway had abolished capital punishment, but during the war the government-inexile, located in London, reinstated it. Now Quisling, and his ilk, would face the wrath of loyal Norwegians. During the German occupation, 400 Norwegians had been executed and 767 Jews deported, of whom 26 survived. Quisling’s trial began on Aug. 20, 1945, and ended with his conviction on Sept. 10. He was sentenced to die. Twenty-nine others received the same sentence. Of the 30, one died in prison, while four had their sentences commuted. Another 46,055 Norwegians were convicted, of which 17,000 were imprisoned. On Oct. 24, 1945, when the commander of the Norwegian firing squad yelled, “SKYT!” (FIRE!), the Norwegian fører met his fate, and joined the German führer and the Italian duce. Within the year, they would be joined by the Romanian conducător and the Hungarian nemzetvezetō. The Slovakian vodca would join them the following year. The Croatian ppaglovnik evaded their fate for almost a decade and a half, but was finally felled by an assassin’s bullet. “Quisling” is now synonymous with traitor in many languages –including English. NEXT WEEK: OPERATION DOWNFALL Mr. Wimbrow writes from Ocean City, where he practices law representing those persons accused of criminal and traffic offenses, and those persons who have suffered a personal injury through no fault of their own. Mr. Wimbrow can be contacted at wimbrowlaw@gmail.com.
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Decatur golfers Kristick and Leonard excited for states
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Oct. 23, 2015) The Stephen Decatur golf team finished in second place during the District VIII tournament last Thursday on the River Marsh Golf Course at the Hyatt Resort in Cambridge. James M. Bennett, a 3A/4A school, took top honors with a combined score of 321, which earned the team a trip to the MPSSAA state competition on the University of Maryland golf course, Oct. 26-28. Decatur, also in the 3A/4A classification, tallied a team score of 335. Junior captain Matt Kristick led the Seahawks, carding an 80. “I feel as if my performance wasn’t my best at districts. I got the job done in the fact that I qualified [for states], but I felt that I could have done much better given the opportunity again,” Kristick said. Junior Tanner Leonard tallied an 81. Also contributing to the team score was sophomore Matt Kinsey and freshman Hayden Snelsire, who logged an 83 and 91, respectively. “Overall, I am very pleased with the way that I played at the district tournament this year,” Leonard said. “It was a personal goal of mine coming into the year to qualify for the state tournament.” Kent Island, a 1A/2A school, took third place overall, shooting a 344. For the first time since 2010 Decatur missed sending a full team to the 3A/4A state tournament. Instead, Kristick and Leonard will be competing as individuals. “It’s been a long time since I’ve just had individuals qualify. It’s even more heartbreaking that Kent Island can go [to states] as a team even though we beat them,” Krall said. “The lowest school from 1A/2A goes as long as they shoot a 350 or less, and the lowest team
from 3A/4A goes under the same rules. Kent Island was the lowest 1A/2A and Bennett was the lowest 3A/4A. We could have gone as a team if we shot 332 or better, but we shot a 335.” Overall, Krall said it was disappointing to miss the team cut by just three strokes, but “as they say, ‘that’s golf,’” he added. Krall said he was also sad that Kinsey did not qualify. He shot an 83, which was one stroke off the cut. The cutoff for females was 89. “It was a beautiful day at the Hyatt, so we can’t blame the weather for our scores. The Hyatt was in great shape, so we can’t blame the conditions,” Krall said. “Hopefully the players who missed qualifying have realized how important every stroke is in golf competition and learn from their misfortune.” This will be Kristick’s third time competing in the state tournament. In 2014, he tied for 31st overall out of the 147 male golfers participating. “Our team unfortunately missed it by a few shots, but I’m still extremely excited with the opportunity that Tanner and I have,” Kristick said. “It’s a huge honor to compete against the top golfers in the state.” Kristick said he is a little more comfortable since he has competed in the championship match and knows what to expect. “I’ve been there before and have been in similar situations as well and have handled it well,” he said. “Therefore, I’m very excited for what states has to bring and look forward to having a successful week.” Kristick’s goal is to play well both days and to be in contention when it comes down to the final round. He said he’s had similar goals each year, but hasn’t quite met them. However, he is very optimistic that this year will be different. “In order for me to be successful, I
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Stephen Decatur junior golfers, Tanner Leonard, left, and Matt Kristick, a team captain, will compete in the 3A/4A state tournament, held Oct. 26-28, at the University of Maryland.
need to have confidence in myself and my abilities. I know that I’m able to compete against some of the top golfers in the state, but in order for me to be successful I need to believe in myself,” he said. “If I’m able to do that then I’ll have the opportunity to have a successful week at states.” Leonard will be making his state tournament debut. “I feel blessed to be able to play at the state level and to be able to represent Stephen Decatur High School,” he said. “I am thrilled to be playing the golf course at UMD this year. I want to treat this like I would with any other match, with concentration and hard work.” To be successful, Leonard said, he needs to focus on every shot and do his best. “I am committed to working really hard at my game to keep it as sharp as
it needs to be for states,” he said. “My goal at states this year is to play to my full potential and to qualify for the second day of play.” The 3A/4A schools will compete on Monday and the 1A/2A schools will take the course Tuesday for the semifinal rounds. The top schools each day will advance to the final round on Wednesday. “Even though we are disappointed at the results, (except for Kristick and Leonard,) we must reflect on the positives, such as Decatur losing three top seniors [to graduation] and still managed to come in second in the Bayside South and second in the district out of 18 schools,” Krall said. “There’s a lot of talent in our program right now and the future looks very bright for Stephen Decatur golf making another run for the title next year.”
Decatur XC wins final meet of regular season
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Oct. 23, 2015) The Stephen Decatur boys’ and girls’ cross country teams won Wednesday’s six-school meet on their home course in Berlin. “Collectively, the meet went pretty well. We placed pretty well in both races,” said Decatur Coach Jody Stigler. Worcester Prep junior Carter Hill (18:29.8) was the first runner to cross the finish line in the boys’ race. He was followed by six Decatur athletes. Scoring points for the Seahawks
was junior Cameron James (second, 18:57.5), sophomore Jack Reimer (third, 19:11.7), juniors Javier Hernandez (fourth, 19:25.4), and Jared Massey (fifth, 19:55.3) and sophomore Matt Alvarado (sixth, 20:04.3). “I thought we ran pretty well for the most part. I was really happy about our spread from our 1-6 runners,” Stigler said. “We had a 1:13 spread from 1-6 (18:30 - 20:10) which is really encouraging. If we can continue to close that gap and have several of our runners place highly,
we have a really good chance to do well at Baysides.” Decatur won the boys’ competition with 20 points. Worcester Prep finished in second place with 56 points. Pocomoke took third with 68 points. After running Decatur’s course a few weeks ago, Prep Coach Keith Geiger said this time around it was a bit easier for his athletes. “Most of the kids did better than their times from a few weeks ago. Some did a couple minutes better,” Geiger said. “Carter Hill won the boys meet
and beat his old time by 10 seconds.” Mallards also contributing to the second-place finish on the boys’ side were junior Trent Marshall (ninth, 20:42.9), sophomore Connor Cebula (17th, 23:33.1), freshman Jack Walinskas (20th, 23:28.1) and junior Josh Willey (27th, 25:33.6). The Lady Seahawks also scored 20 points. Decatur’s top three runners – senior Alison Alvarado (23:10.4), junior Peyton Dunham (23:49.9) and freshman Kailey Andrews (24:10.8) – See DECATUR Page 36
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Decatur and Worcester Prep ‘I think we’re peaking at the to compete in conf. meets right time,’ Greenwood says Continued from Page 35 crossed the finish line first, second and third. Freshman Isabella Bartholomew finished sixth overall (25:06.7) and sophomore Maya Knepp placed eighth (25:51.3). “Our top two girls ran pretty well, as they have for most of the season,” Stigler said. “I thought Kailey and Isabella both ran good races and their finishes definitely helped us out.” Snow Hill was runner-up with 48 points, followed by Worcester Prep with 67 points. “Annemarie Cherry led the girls again, which is great. Her, Lillybelle Baker and Marissa Grosso are a strong group of sophomores,” Geiger said. “Hopefully they will continue to improve and keep pushing each
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other to be better.” Lady Mallards scoring points for the team were Cherry (seventh, 25:44.6), Baker (12th, 26:31.4), Grosso (14th, 26:43.5) and seniors Lauren Dykes (15th, 26:45.6) and Sarah Koon (27th, 28,49). Both Decatur and Worcester Prep will compete against their respective conference opponents in meets next week. The Bayside Conference championship will take place Wednesday at 3 p.m. in Cambridge. “Our boys should be in the top three and our girls should be in the top five at the Bayside meet, and I would be disappointed if we did not do at least that. Our goal is to place as many runners in the top 15 as possible,” Stigler said. “Top 15 will earn runners All-Bayside recognition,” Stigler continued. “Other than that, I will be emphasizing running a fast first mile to put ourselves in position to succeed later in the race … If each of our runners focuses on running their fastest race of the season, I think the team results will take care of themselves.” The three Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference schools – Worcester Prep, Salisbury School and Delmarva Christian – will compete in a meet on Monday at 3:45 p.m. in Salisbury. “It’s kind of an unofficial conference championship. Hopefully, in a couple years, there will be more teams from the ESIAC with cross country teams,” Geiger said. “I think they’re doing well,” Geiger added. “As the weather gets cooler and the runners get more practice, their times are getting better.” To be successful, Geiger said “I believe they need to have confidence.” “I’m expecting everyone to give everything they have,” he said. “It’s our last time running this year. I want them to go all out, and surprise themselves.”
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Oct. 23, 2015) After battling for 100 minutes on Tuesday in Stevensville, the Stephen Decatur and Kent Island boys’ soccer game ended in a 0-0 tie. “I was really happy with the way we played,” said Decatur Coach Jamie Greenwood. “It was the best we’ve played, by far. We moved the ball well and we worked hard.” The teams were evenly matched during regulation as a majority of play was between the two 18-yard boxes, but Greenwood said the Seahawks controlled the game in overtime. “We definitely dominated, we just couldn’t score,” he said. “We played team-oriented soccer. I was extremely
happy with everyone’s effort.” Decatur junior goalie Noah Shockley stopped 26 Kent Island shots. “He made some really key saves,” Greenwood said. “He directed traffic well.” Decatur finished the regular season with a 6-5-1 record. The draw for regional tournament bracket seeding will take place on Monday. Decatur will compete in the 3A East classification. The first round of competition is scheduled to begin Friday, Oct. 30. “I think we’re peaking at the right time,” Greenwood said. “We see our potential. I’m hoping we can use [the Kent Island game] as a springboard into playoffs and hopefully good things will come.”
Decatur football plagued by injury, illness in loss to QA
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Oct. 23, 2015) Plagued by injury and illness, the Stephen Decatur football team struggled against the powerful Queen Anne’s Lions last Thursday in Berlin. “We came out and we played hard. We made them punt more than any team has,” Decatur Coach Bob Knox said after the Seahawks’ 34-6 loss. Junior quarterback Darion McKenzie put Decatur on the board with less than a minute remaining in the first quarter. A few minutes into the second quarter, Decatur — already playing without senior captain Dryden Brous, who has mononucleosis — lost junior Tyree Henry when he injured his knee. It was later reported that he tore his ACL. The visiting Lions scored twice in the second quarter to lead 14-6 at the break.
Decatur suffered another loss late in the game, when junior Ed Zonnak was sidelined with an injured heel. “Queen Anne’s is a good football team. We came out swinging and battled for a while,” Knox said. “The kids never gave up, but with so many kids being hurt, it’s like going with a knife to a gun fight.” McKenzie rushed 11 times for 55 yards. Senior captain Ernest Shockley led Decatur’s defense with 15 tackles. Gus Esham, a senior captain, had 11 tackles and two sacks. Senior Jimmy Englishmen made eight tackles and a sack, and De’Quan Andrews tallied six tackles and two sacks. Decatur will take a trip to Salisbury to face the Parkside Rams on Saturday at 2 p.m. “We need to do a better job on offense, especially running the ball,” Knox said. “We’ve got to be physical and stop their key plays.”
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Mallards shut out Jaguars 6-0 in semifinals Worcester Prep and Saints Peter & Paul to battle for ESIAC title Oct. 23 in Berlin
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Oct. 23, 2015) The undefeated Worcester Prep girls’ soccer team shut out the Salisbury Christian Jaguars 60 during Wednesday’s Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference semifinal match in Berlin to advance to Friday’s championship game. “They played very well. We put a
lot of nice passes together and everyone contributed,” said Prep Coach Carol Hartnett. “I was happy with their performance. I feel like we’re in a good place.” Freshman Delaney Abercrombie kicked off the scoring for Worcester, and senior captain Julia D’AntoCarol Hartnett nio netted back-toback shots to boost the Lady Mallards’ advantage to three. Junior Karlie Southcomb ex-
tended the home team’s lead to four with about 13 minutes remaining in the first half. Sophomore Kaylee Dickerson finished the scoring for Worcester in the first half. “Our starting core sat a good part of the first half,” Hartnett said. “[During] the second half they stayed in until there was a goal, then we rotated them out, which is fine because if you see our bench, our bench is getting so much better. Our bench players could be starters on other teams at this point the way they’re performing.”
Madison Bescak, a junior, netted the Mallards’ sixth goal eight minutes into the second half. Freshman Grace Gardner played in the goal for Worcester in the first half and the first 10 minutes of the second half. Freshman Julia Godwin took over for the final 30 minutes. They both made one save apiece. “I think we played really well together,” said D’Antonio, who led the team with two goals. “It was more like a fun game once we got some points on the scoreboard.” See I Page 38
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Worcester Prep junior Madison Bescak dribbles the ball up the field during Wednesday's Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference semifinal match against Salisbury Christian in Berlin. Bescak scored one goal in Worcester's 6-0 shutout.
Worcester Prep junior Karlie Southcomb cuts the ball in front of a Salisbury Christian player during Wednesday's Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference semifinal match. Southcomb netted one of the Lady Mallards' six goals.
‘I feel like we’re in a good Berke: We’re looking strong place,’ Coach Hartnett says going into the postseason
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Oct. 23, 2015) The Stephen Decatur girls’ soccer team got two wins this week to end the regular season with a 10-2 record. “We’re looking strong going into the postseason,” said Decatur Coach Maggie Berke. “We need to work hard and bring our fitness up a little bit because teams across the bridge are pretty fit. We just need to fine-tune a little bit.” On Senior Night Monday, after leading 2-0, the Lady Seahawks found themselves going into overtime with the Kent Island Buccaneers. “It was our senior game, so it’s always more emotional,” Berke said. About 15 minutes before halftime in Berlin, senior captain Alexis McDonough played a free kick over the top of the Kent Island defense. Junior Brigitte Ardis got the ball and after a few touches she took a shot and scored. Senior Alexis Gausepohl was in goal for Decatur in the first half and made four saves. Rachel Florek took over for the second half and Gausepohl played on the field. Less than five minutes into the second half, Gausepohl found herself oneon-one with a charging Kent Island keeper. She touched the ball past her and had a wide open net to shoot on,
providing Decatur with a 2-0 lead. The Buccaneers cut the lead to one around the 20-minute mark, then tied it up in the final minute of regulation to force overtime. Ardis broke the tie with a goal off a junior Lexie VanKirk cross in the first minute of overtime. “She was in the perfect spot at the perfect time, exactly what we had been practicing at practice,” VanKirk said. “She kicked it in right into an open net.” Two days later, Decatur traveled to Salisbury to face the Wi-Hi Indians. The Seahawks shut out their opponent 7-0. Junior Victoria Kerkovich led the squad with two goals. VanKirk, Ardis Florek, junior Mallory Vara and senior Allison Shumate scored one goal apiece. Berke said the victory was a “team win,” as all of her players contributed. To mix it up a bit, some girls played in different positions during the game. Decatur has a little over a week to prepare for the regional tournament. The draw for regional bracket seeding will take place on Monday. The Seahawks will compete in the 3A East Region. The first round of competition is slated to begin Friday, Oct. 30. “Our record is 0-0 going into playoffs and so is everybody else’s,” VanKirk said. “We need to play with that mind set.”
Continued from Page 37 Worcester will host the Saints Peter & Paul Sabres today, Friday, at 3:30 p.m. The Mallards shut out the Sabres 2-0 and 7-0 during the regular season. “It’s definitely hard to play the same team three times, but we’re excited. We really want to win this year because we haven’t yet against them,
and I think we will,” D’Antonio said. “We’re ready for it.” To win the ESIAC title, Hartnett said, “We’re just going to have to outwork them.” “We have to work harder than they do,” she added. “They’re a physical team, they’re a strong team and we just have to match them.”
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Stephen Decatur junior Brigitte Ardis challenges the Kent Island goalie for a loose ball during Monday’s game in Berlin. Ardis tallied the first goal of the game to give Decatur a 1-0 lead. Tied 2-2 at the end of regulation, Ardis scored in overtime and the Lady Seahawks won 3-2.
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Decatur volleyball team logs wins over Parkside, Snow Hill
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Oct. 23, 2015) The Stephen Decatur Seahawks are playing well with just two matches remaining in the regular season. “We look good going into next week when we play Queen Anne’s and Kent Island,” said Sara Patrick, coach of the Decatur volleyball squad. This week, Decatur recorded two wins over Bayside Conference opponents. On Monday, the Seahawks earned a 25-18, 27-25 and 25-12 victory over the Snow Hill Eagles. “Snow Hill played strong,” Patrick said after the match in Snow Hill. “They have become really strong at the net. Decatur had to play smart volleyball and make some good plays.” Senior captain Ellen Bargar contributed with three aces, two kills, eight assists and three digs. Hannah Saulsbury, a senior, chipped in with eight aces and three kills. Senior Taylor Lago had two aces, five kills and a block. “The girls had some serving errors. We also had to adjust to Snow Hill’s block,” Patrick said. “The girls made some smart plays by finding the holes on the court. They also did well passing.” The Seahawks hosted the Parkside Rams on Wednesday. Decatur won
the first two games 25-23 and 25-21, but was edged out 25-20 in the third. The home team secured the match with a 25-19 victory in the fourth game. “It was a huge win. We are now tied [for first place] with [James M.] Bennett for the Bayside South,” Patrick said. Bargar logged four aces, one block, 12 assists and five digs. Seniors Marley Parsons and Lauren Laque recorded six kills and three digs, respectively. Junior Lexi Fleeger had four aces, two kills, two blocks, one assists and three digs. Junior Claire Billings chipped in with two aces and three digs, and Saulsbury added four kills and four digs. Lago tallied four aces, two kills, two blocks and two digs. “The girls played so well. I am super proud of them,” Patrick said. “We have been working hard in practice on finding the holes on the court and covering behind our blockers. They were focused and strong. They played the best I have seen them this season.” Decatur’s seven seniors will be honored before Monday’s match against Queen Anne’s at 5:15 p.m. in Berlin. The Seahawks’ final match of regular season is Wednesday against the Kent Island Buccaneers at 5:15 p.m. in Stevensville.
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Stephen Decatur senior Taylor Lago hits the ball over a Parkside player during Wednesday's game in Berlin. Lago had four aces, two kills, two blocks and two digs in Decatur's 25-23, 25-21, 20-25 and 25-19 victory.
Worcester Prep boys’ soccer team shooting for ESIAC title By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Oct. 23, 2015) The Worcester Prep boys’ soccer team outscored the Salisbury School Dragons 3-0 during Wednesday’s Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference semifinals to advance to Friday’s championship. “I thought they played a pretty solid two halves, especially defensively. They really pressured the ball all over the field,” said Prep Coach Terry Underkoffler. “They didn’t give Salisbury School a real good look at the net. We were able to find [junior captain] Owen [Nally] up top and he was able to distribute the ball.” Junior Seth Lewis put Worcester on the board early in the first half. At the 14-minute mark, Nally made it 20, netting a penalty shot. “He’s been practicing penalty kicks and he’s been hitting them really well,” Underkoffler said. “He wanted that penalty kick. That penalty kick put [Salisbury] in a deep hole and they were playing an uphill game after that.” Lewis increased the Mallards’ advantage to three shortly before halftime.
Senior goalie Charlie Pritchard stopped five Salisbury shots. “It was a great team win. My defense really came through for me,” Pritchard said. “I had to make a couple plays, but they covered my back the whole time. This is the best defense I’ve ever played behind. Playing for them every day is a privilege.” The Salisbury Christian Jaguars will come to Berlin today, Friday, to battle the Mallards for the ESIAC trophy. Game time is 3:30 p.m. “I can’t wait. I’m thrilled,” Pritchard said. “We need to be absolutely rock solid on defense and the offense will follow. Goals will come. “This is the best team I’ve ever played with,” he added. “It’s been a blast playing with them my senior year.” During the regular season, the teams tied 0-0 on Sept. 16 in Salisbury. On Oct. 7, Worcester won 2-0 in Berlin. “We need to limit Ryan Spadin and what he can do facing up on the goal. We can’t give him opportunities to shoot,” Underkoffler said. “He’s their offensive engine. Everything flows through Ryan. Our outside midfielders have got to win one-onone match-ups.”
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Worcester Prep sophomore Tucker Brown slides to clear the ball away from the defensive end of the field during Wednesday's Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference semifinal game against Salisbury School in Berlin. Worcester won 3-0.
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Worcester County Veterans Memorial 9th golf tourney (Oct. 23, 2015) The Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation will host its 9th annual Golf Tournament on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at the Ocean Pines Golf & Country Club. Proceeds will benefit the foundation’s educational outreach program. The tournament format will be “captain’s choice scramble” and will begin with a shotgun start at noon. Entrance fees are $85 per player and include green’s fees with cart, range balls, graband-go lunch and dinner buffet. An awards ceremony and silent auction will be included at dinner. Sponsorships are also available
and are 100-percent tax deductible. The educational outreach program was established in 2006 to sponsor an annual field-day trip to the Veteran’s Memorial for every fifth grade class in Worcester County. Volunteers teach students how the memorial honors veterans and the history, and proper handling of the American flag. For registration and sponsorship forms, visit the Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation website at www.opvets.org. For more information, contact tournament coordinator Marie Gilmore at OPMarie@aol.com or 410-208-6612.
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excess of $320,000 toward recreation program costs for area children. The charity tournament will begin at 9 a.m. with a breakfast and silent auction, leading up to the 10 a.m. shotgun start. The format will be a fourperson Florida Scramble. For information, contact Susan Petito, Ocean City Recreation & Parks Department director, at 410-250-0125.
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“We’ve been waiting all season for this,” senior captain Bridget Brown (pictured passing the ball) said after Worcester Prep's first win of the season, Monday. The Lady Mallards topped the Seaford Blue Jays 25-21, 25-19 and 25-18.
Wor. Prep volleyball squad earns first victory of 2015 By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Oct. 23, 2015) Senior Night was extra special this year, as the Worcester Prep volleyball team scored its first win of the season on Monday. “It was really exciting and I’m really happy we won,” said senior captain Madison Doody. “We’ve been waiting all season for this,” added senior captain Bridget Brown. “I think we did a lot better communicating, and the excitement of doing well together really helped us continue to do well. We had a lot of energy.” The Lady Mallards edged out the Seaford Blue Jays 25-21 in the first game. Worcester won the second game 25-19 and the third 25-18. Brown, who plays in the middle, led the offense with 10 kills. Doody, also a middle hitter, tallied four kills, and senior captain, setter Erika Smith, had 19 assists. Outside hitters Stevie Eppard-Annis, a sophomore, and junior Amy Lizas
logged six and four aces, respectively. Libero Caroline Pasquariello, a sophomore, led the defense with 11 digs. “The girls have worked hard all season. It’s nice to see that finally pay off, especially on Senior Night,” said Prep Coach Keith Donoway. “They have been doing much better with their serves and they were able to capitalize on the other team’s mistakes. I’m proud of the three seniors. They did a good job leading the team.” Worcester’s final match of the regular season is today, Friday, at 5:15 p.m. against the Indian River Indians in Berlin. “There’s a lot of girls on the team that we know, so we’re excited. It will be fun,” Brown said. “I think we’ll take our win and build off of it. We don’t want to go back down, we only want to keep going forward.” “We’re going to take a lot of the positive energy from the win and come in strong for the last game,” Donoway added.
Second annual Zombie 5K run and one-mile walk, Sun. (Oct. 23, 2015) The second annual Zombie 5K/1-mile walk benefiting the Worcester County Recreation & Parks youth scholarship fund will take place on Sunday, Oct. 25 at the John Walter Smith Park in Snow Hill. The race starts at 8:30 a.m. and registration begins at 7:30 a.m. A 5K course will be offered for runners and a one-mile course for walkers. The registration fee is $25 per run-
ner for the 5K, $20 per walker for the one-mile course. Families of four can register for the 5K course for $90 or the one-mile course for $70. All participants will receive an event T-shirt. Prior registration is encouraged. An additional $5 will be applied if registering the day of the event. For more information, contact Lea Cataggio at 410-632-2144 ext.109 or lcataggio@co.worcester.md.us.
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Last weekend for HMRA Restaurant Week deals in OC
By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Locals and visitors have until Sunday to take part in Ocean City’s fall Restaurant Week, which started on Oct. 11 with more than 20 eateries participating throughout the resort. “Overall it’s a boost to the local economy and gives people a reason to dine out,” said Susan Jones, executive director of the Ocean City HotelMotel-Restaurant Association, which organizes the annual event. “It’s a great opportunity to try a restaurant you haven’t been [to] and get a good deal on great food.” After October was named Ocean City Craft Beer Month, the organization challenged restaurants to incorporate craft beer in their menus and food. “A handful have taken us up on it,” Jones said. Touch of Italy on 66th Street will offer a Burley and Blue Brewer’s Board, which is a handcrafted antipasti board with cheeses and ham with suggested pairings of Burley Oak Brewing Company’s Secret Sauce IPA on tap, or a Maker’s Mark barrel-aged Rude Boy barley wine. “We are passionate about Ocean City Craft Beer month and have really good meats and cheeses that go well with craft beers,” said General Manager Matt Ellison. Touch of Italy’s $29.95 Restaurant Week menu includes an arugula salad, or “Insalata di Rucola,” topped with red onions, marinated artichokes, candied walnuts and balsamic dressing. For main dishes, the restaurant is featuring its special Bolognese, “Garganelli alla Bolognese,” an OldWorld recipe with a classic meat sauce, grated Parmigiano-Reggiano and basil. In addition, the Italian restaurant will serve its “Pollo al Taleggio,” a chicken cutlet breaded in homemade crumbs, pan-seared in a white wine Italian herb sauce and topped with melted taleggio cheese and prosciutto di parma, served over a bed of sautéed spinach. Touch of Italy’s special menu, which comes with a starter, pasta dish, meat dish and dessert, will be available every day starting at 5 p.m., except for Fridays and Saturdays. “The menu gives guests an opportunity to try out a little bit of everything,” Ellison said. “It’s an Italian experience in an intimate setting with everything authentically made or imported from Italy.” Horizons Restaurant in the Clarion
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Chef Drew Tait cooks up tasty Restaurant Week specials at the Victorian Room in the Dunes Manor Hotel on 28th Street.
on 101st Street has craft beer pairings with all three of its entrees, and patrons have the option of three courses for $35 or an entrée and an additional course for $30. “It gives the menu an entire fresh look, makes it more interesting and brings out the flavors,” said Richard Heubeck, food and beverage director at the Clarion. “Burley Oak, Dogfish and Evolution are all represented.” Horizon’s special dinner menu includes a choice of starters such as cream of crab soup, a black bean cake with a shrimp salsa and lime cream, or roasted tenderloin with caramelized onions and a goat cheese crostini with a roasted pepper coulis and arugula. Entrees include a tortilla-crusted salmon with a chilled lime cream that has a suggested pairing of Burley Oak Secret Sauce; Dogfish Head Brewery’s Punkin’ Ale is recommended for their pork tenderloin with honey-kissed apples, truffle parmesan fries and broccoli rabe; and a chargrilled shrimp over penne oil and garlic with roasted tomatoes and broccoli rabe is paired with Evolution Craft Brewing Co.’s Lot #3 by the chef. “We participate every year because it’s a great way to showcase the restaurant, chef and hotel,” Heubeck said. “We get to try out new dishes and it has a nice following. People come out every year and it’s always nice to get feedback to see what our guests enjoy eating.” The Greene Turtle on 116th Street has craft beer pairings with all of their entrees, and Longboard Café on 67th Street will have a beer-infused cheese soup.
“Craft beer is a movement that is catching fire nationwide and is a growing industry,” said Ann Hillyer of ShoreCraftBeer.com. The two-week restaurant specials are designed to draw diners through the doors when business is slower, and gives chefs an opportunity to create a unique menu or try out new ideas ranging from local pubs to fine dining. The Victorian Room in the Dunes Manor Hotel on 28th Street has a twocourse lunch menu for $10 and three courses for $30 as a dinner option. “It is a time to test the waters and try different dishes,” said Chef Drew Tait. “I like to cook with the seasons in mind and I am a big believer in simple food with high-quality ingredients.” For lunch, diners start with an apple and fennel salad drizzled with a lemon-honey Greek yogurt dressing. The main course is a pear and grilledchicken sandwich served alongside potato chips and a pickle. “It’s my way of trying different foods to gain feedback from the general public,” Tait said. “I like people leaving happy.” During dinner, starters include a house salad topped with mixed greens, onions, tomato, watermelon, chopped walnuts and citrus dressing or cream of crab soup. The main course options are a crispy-skin yellowtail snapper with a maple brown butter sweet potato gnocchi and shaved fennel salad or red wine braised short ribs with a creamy boursin polenta, garlic and pickled red onion haricot vert and See BEER Page 42
By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Average sales prices start to climb, days on market averages start to drop, new construction makes an appearance and distressed sales decline — all of these are signs of an improving market — and they are all signs we are seeing in Worcester County. A closer look at the sales figures for Worcester County show that sales price averages are making a slow climb. In 2014, the average sales price was $248,866, and when compared to 2015 through the month of September, we are sitting at an average of $253,420, which represents a 2 percent increase. For the state of Maryland, the 2014 average sales price was $307,154. National Association of Realtors Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said that increased sales prices could be viewed as both good and not-so-good news. On one hand, current homeowners looking to sell their home and upgrade to something bigger or better can now sell their home for more, gaining equity for the down payment on their next home. On the other hand, rising home prices make it more difficult for first-time, younger buyers to enter the market, as they don’t have equity from a previous home and are struggling to save as it is. But, a slow and steady increase is the healthiest progression for the market in the long term. Another area of improvement to note is the total units sold, or sales volume. Every month in 2015 has seen an increase in sales volume, except for August and September. Through September 2015, a total of 1441 units have been sold this calendar year, and October is on pace to fall a little short of last year’s October sales volume. In 2014, a total of 1753 units were sold. Distressed sales, specifically short sales, seem to be a declining trend, with 34 short sales to date in 2015 compared to a total of 50 in 2014. Foreclosure sales are trending to end 2015 on track with 2014’s total number of 209 foreclosures in Worcester County. Lauren Bunting is a licensed Realtor/Associate Broker with Bunting Realty, Inc. in Berlin.
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Beer pairings, multi-course deals offered during promo Continued from Page 41 demi-glaze. Finishing off the experience is an apple cobbler or chocolate lava cake for dessert. “The price points gives people the opportunity to take a risk or try a new place,� Tait said. “It’s a chance for chefs to showcase what they can do.� Jones brought the idea for Restaurant Week back from a travel summit on the western shore in 2007, she said. “It’s an opportunity for both
restaurants and diners,� Jones said. “Chefs create what they want and diners get great deals — it’s a win-win. It also drives the local economy, puts tips in waitresses’ pockets and helps everyone all around.� Alcohol, tax and gratuity are not included in Restaurant Week’s special menu prices. Participating restaurants will still have regular, full-price menus available during the special. For participating restaurants’ menus and prices, visit www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS: BJ’s on the Water, 75th Street Blue Ox Bar & Grill, 127th Street Buddy’s Crabs & Ribs, Wicomico Street Captain’s Galley II, Harbor Road, West Ocean City Captain’s Table, 15th Street, in the Marriott Courtyard Crab Bag, 130th Street Culture/Authentic Eatery, Sunset Avenue, West Ocean City Duffy’s Tavern, 129th Street The Original Greene Turtle, 116th Street Happy Jack Pancake House, 25th Street
Horizons Oceanfront Restaurant, 101st Street, in the Clarion Resort Hotel Jules Restaurant, 118th Street Layton’s on 92nd, 92nd Street Longboard CafÊ, 67th Street Peaky’s Rooftop, 138th Street Seacrets, 49th Street Sunset Grille, Sunset Avenue, West Ocean City The Hobbit Restaurant, 81st Street The Shark on the Harbor, Sunset Avenue, West Ocean City The Skye Bar & Grill, 66th Street Touch of Italy, 66th Street Victorian Room, 28th Street, in the Dunes Manor Hotel
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State recognizes Worcester 911 dispatchers for service (Oct. 23, 2015) Every day in counties across Maryland, some 900 dedicated 911 staff assist individuals and families in crisis. Those in each of the jurisdictions who go above and beyond the call of duty are recognized by the Maryland State Emergency Number Systems Board (ENSB) for excellence each September. Worcester County 9-1-1 Center Telecommunicator Tanner Jones was honored Oct. 1, for exemplifying the professionalism, dedication, values and ethics of the 9-1-1 Public Safety Communications Profession in Worcester County. “Since joining Worcester County in November 2013, Jones quickly progressed through training and now uses his inter-agency connections and his own professionalism to provide in-house training and direction for his peers,� Worcester County Communications Center Supervisor Kristin Jester stated in a letter of recommendation to the ENSB. “Jones’
work habits are exemplary. He is always prepared for the next call, the next emergency, and he is the first to support team work and provide back up when needed.� Just an example of the low frequency, high stress calls Jones has been actively involved in include an armed bank robbery incident that began with little or no useful information from the initial 911 caller. Using his investigatory skills, Jones reached out to other agencies to try to fill in the blanks. Jones initiated a radio broadcast to the Worcester County Sheriff, Maryland State Police (MSP), Ocean Pines Police Department, MSP Aviation and Worcester County Criminal Bureau of Investigation, and the search began. In the meantime, Jones completed extensive documentation and kept all responders updated with incoming information. From that effort, the suspect was found and arrested with no responders harmed.
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Taylor Bank promotions Raymond M. Thompson, president and CEO of Calvin B. Taylor Banking Company in Berlin, has announced the following promotions: Dominique Bias has been promoted into the Taylor Bank Management Trainee Program. Bias started with the bank in May of 2013 as a customer service associDominique Bias ate at the Pocomoke branch. She graduated from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore with a Bachelor’s of Science in business administration with a concentration in marketing. She is a resident of Pocomoke. Tori Cross was promoted to electronic services representative. Cross began her career with Taylor Bank in September of 2012 as a part-time CSA at the main ofTori Cross fice. In May of 2013 she was offered full-time employment and has worked in east Berlin, Ocean View and Fenwick. Most recently, she was offered an internship, focusing on marketing and electronic services. Cross anticipates completing her business
Becker Morgan recognized for OC arts center
(Oct. 23, 2015) Engineering News Record (ENR) recently named Becker Morgan Group’s Performing Arts Theater at the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street a Merit Award winner in the Mid-Atlantic Best Cultural Projects category. The awards competition recognizes the region’s best achievements in design and construction. The jury focused on projects that overcame significant challenges, adopted innovative approaches, executed exceptional design and craftsmanship and maintained safe sites. Winning projects will be featured in a special Mid-Atlantic edition of ENR in October. An awards ceremony will be held on Nov. 6 in Baltimore. Ocean City’s new Performing Arts Center transformed two stories of underutilized exhibit space within the Ocean City convention center. The 1,200-seat performance venue offers tiered seating, stateof-the-art lighting, audio, video and stage equipment for a wide variety of events. The adaptive reuse of an existing, occupied facility required intensive coordination by the entire design team to successfully retrofit multiple levels of existing structure into a seamless theater environment. Becker Morgan Group provided architectural, civil engineering and interior design services with consulting architects GWWO, Inc. of Baltimore.
degree at Salisbury University fall 2015 or spring 2016. She is a resident of Pittsville. Calvin B. Taylor Banking Company, founded in 1890 in Berlin, offers a wide range of loan, deposit, and ancillary banking services through 10 offices located in Worcester County and lower Sussex County, Del.
CAR board inductions Coastal Association of Realtors (CAR) recently inducted the 2016 Board of Directors, which includes Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty agents Linda Moran as its new president and Terry McGowan as its treasurer. According to Kevin Wiles, mid-Atlantic president for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty, Moran and McGowan exemplify the best qualities of trusted and informed real estate professionals.
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Long & Foster exclusive Long & Foster’s Vacation Rental division, one of the largest vacation and resort rental companies in the country, has been selected as the exclusive inhouse Realtor for Century I, an oceanfront condominium in north Ocean City. The Vacation Rentals team has a three-year agreement to work with Century I and its property owners, helping them to manage their condominium rentals, starting in 2016. As part of the lease agreement, Long & Foster will offer comprehensive vacation rental services to Century I owners. This includes providing convenient check-in for guests, managing guest relationships and streamlining the rental process for owners and guests alike.
Frederick passes course Diane Frederick of the Insurance Management Group, Inc. (IMG) of Ocean City, has successfully passed the Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) Commercial Casualty I Course held in Salisbury on
Sept. 24. The course was offered by the Insurance Agents and Brokers Association of Maryland. After the successful completion of five courses covering all major areas of the insurance field, and five comprehensive examinations, Frederick will be awarded the CISR designation by the National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research, the nation’s foremost provider of professional insurance and education. She joined IMG in February 2014 and has 15 years of insurance experience.
Fritschle Group leaders Ed Wehnert and Mark & Lora Fritschle of the Mark Fritschle Group – Condominium Realty have announced their listing, sales and settlement leaders for September. Top agents: Top listing by unit: Dave Whittington, Kevin Decker, Rusty Molnar, Sheri Smith, Wayne Phillips, Clint Bickford and Dan Bunting. Top listing by dollars: Katherine Wright, Decker and Phillips Top pending: Smith, Joe Wilson and Decker Top settled by units: Joy Snyder, Smith, Wilson and Christina Ager Top settled by dollars: Wilson, Snyder, Annie Buxbaum, Grant Fritschle, Phillips and Rich DiFilippo
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cate meighan inside going out t finally really does feel like fall here in OCMD, which is a good thing when you take into account all of the October-themed activities that are going on. Did you head over to Berlin last weekend to check out the Octoberfest celebration? As usual, the official Coolest Small Town of 2014 did things up big. Kids were as excited to paint pumpkins as their parents were to enjoy some libations from Burley Oak Brewing Company. Rosenfeld’s Jewish Deli’s new food truck has been making the rounds all over Delmarva in recent weeks and it was greatly appreciated in Berlin. As one of the vendors for Octoberfest, Warren Rosenfeld’s truck had a line several people deep for the majority of the afternoon. The locals were happy and quite obviously, business was good for Berlin’s Octoberfest. In case you missed the fun last week there is still plenty to be had this coming week. Octoberfest on the Beach will take place on Saturday, Oct. 24 and Sunday, Oct. 25. Enjoy fun Halloween events for the entire family that are absolutely free. The Great Pumpkin Race will take place on Saturday at North Division Street at 1 p.m. Check out www.octoberfestmd.com for more info on the weekend’s scheduled activities. Life Crisis Center’s Halloween Luau will take place at Seacrets, 49th Street and the bay, on Friday, Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. You can enjoy an evening of fun, including an endless buffet, drinks, live entertainment and even a fun auction, all while knowing that you’re contributing to a great cause. Tickets cost $75, with a $50 tax write off, and they are going fast. For more information check out www.LifeCrisisCenter.org. The first Shore Craft Beer Fest will take place on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 12:30-4:30 p.m. at Sunset Park on South Division Street near the inlet. Festivalgoers will get to sample brews from 11 different regional brewers, including the official OCtoberfest Beer. Food trucks, including Rosenfeld’s Jewish Deli’s new truck, and live entertainment will add to the afternoon of fun. General admission is $25 in advance or $35 at the door and tickets for this event are currently on sale at www.ShoreCraftBeerFest.com. See CATE Page 46
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More than 3,000 people walked through the O.C.Toberfest beach maze last weekend near North Division Street in downtown Ocean City. The maze will be open this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
O.C.Toberfest events continue Saturday, Sunday
By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) O.C.Toberfest activities kicked off in downtown Ocean City last weekend, bringing Halloween fun to the Boardwalk and beach at North Division Street. “Come enjoy all the excitement Ocean City has during the fall season, and it’s free family fun,” said Meredith Herbert, event promoter. A Halloween beach maze with twists, turns, witches, scarecrows, ghouls, pirates, zombies and clowns will be open this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. More than 3,000 people walked through the maze last weekend, Herbert said. “Every kid or kid at heart will receive a little prize when they find their way out of the maze, while supplies last,” Herbert said. “Plus, there is a game to play as you walk through the maze. Throughout the event, winners will be selected to receive a gift card from various businesses.” Last Saturday, a “Howl-O-Ween” parade took place on the Boardwalk with prizes for best-dressed pets. More than 130 pets and their owners from six states participated in the parade, Herbert said. Monetary donations and pet supplies were collected for the Worcester County Humane Society, a no-kill
Pumpkin racers participate in last year’s “Great Pumpkin Race.” The 2015 event will take place Saturday, Oct. 24, near North Division Street in downtown Ocean City. Registration begins at noon.
shelter in Berlin. “It’s a fun event that supports a great cause,” Herbert added. The “Great Pumpkin Race” will take place Saturday, Oct. 24, on the Boardwalk near North Division Street. “Race cars are created out of an actual pumpkin,” Herbert said. “It’s pretty cool to see some of the race cars people build. Everyone is very creative.” Participants can design and construct their vehicle from a single pumpkin in any shape and size. Pumpkin race cars can be whole or carved; decorated for the occasion or right from the pumpkin patch. Each
pumpkin must have two independent axels inserted through it with wheels attached. A complete list of rules and regulations can be found at www.specialeventpro.com/oc-toberfest. Registration will begin at noon, with races set to start at 1 p.m. There is no cost to enter. There will be junior and adult divisions with prizes in each for fastest pumpkin and most creative. Last year, close to 50 participants raced their pumpkin creations, Herbert said. For more information about O.C.Toberfest, visit www.specialeventpro.com/oc-toberfest.
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The 7th annual Crab Feast & Bull Roast will take place at Crab Alley, located at 9703 Golf Course Road in West OC, on Sunday, Oct. 25 from 1-5 p.m. A $50 donation will get you allyou-can-eat shrimp, chicken, oysters, turkey and more. There will be a live and silent auction, corn hole, kids activities and live entertainment provided by DJ Wax. All proceeds from the event will benefit Atlantic General Hospital. Tickets will be available in advance as well as at the door. The 20th annual Wine Fest has been rescheduled for Friday, Oct. 30 and Saturday, Oct. 31, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wine Fest at the beach will be featuring wineries from across the East Coast. Local Delmarva cuisine, micro-brewed beers and regional live music are just some of the highlights that you can expect from Wine Fest. Check out the official website at www.winefest.com for more info. Seacrets, located on 49th Street and the bay will be celebrating with a Local’s Halloween Party on Thursday, Oct. 29 at 8 p.m. Get there early because judges will walk around and select contestants for a costume contest. You could win a trip for two to Seacrets: Jamaica, USA and $100 gift certificate. Goose Bumps & Gh’oul Times weekend will take place at Dunes Manor Hotel, located at 2800 Baltimore Ave. on Friday, Oct. 30 and Saturday, Oct. 31. On Friday, the Ovation Dinner Theatre will feature a performance of “Monster Mash Murders” and then on Saturday there will be a series of paranormal workshops between 12-4 p.m. Palm and Tarot readings will also be done all day long on Saturday. Visit www.dunesmanor.com for more information on this spooky weekend of fun. The Globe, located at 12 Broad Street in Berlin, will be having a Relay
for Life Rocky Horror Halloween Party on Saturday, Oct. 31 at 8 p.m. You can celebrate the 40th anniversary of the “Rocky Horror Picture Show” while helping to raise money for cancer at the same time. Movie time is 10 p.m. For more info on this event call Christine at 410-726-3220. Fish Tales, located on 22nd Street, bayside, will have its official season closing party on Sunday, Oct. 25 but the fun will actually begin on Saturday, Oct. 24. On both Saturday and Sunday, you’ll receive 20 percent off of your entire check. In addition to: $7 seafood appetizers, $8 “from the farm” sandwiches, $10 “from the dock” sandwiches and $16.99 dinner entrees. There will be miscellaneous drink specials and as the night goes on Sunday there will be more specials. Don’t forget that OC’s Restaurant Week continues through Sunday, Oct. 25. What that means for you is some really great deals on some of the best food in town! Since October is Shore Craft Beer month, local restaurants have been encouraged to create menu items infused with beer and a few places have really done a great job with this, including Touch of Italy. The 66th Street and Coastal Highway eatery has a great antipasti board that is even better when paired with a pint of Burley Oak’s Secret Sauce or Barrel Aged Rudeboy Barley Wine. Jules, located on 120th Street, is open daily from 5-10 p.m. and will be honoring a special Restaurant Week menu for the entire month of October. If you’re seated before 6 p.m. then you are offered a complimentary glass of wine at Jules. Guests can also try the three-course menu for just $30. The first course includes selections like coconut shrimp and a house smoked fish plate and the second course allows you to choose from
a trio of salad items. Third course entrees include cheese ravioli, a 6ounce filet mignon and chicken marsala. You can check out www.julesoc.com for the full menu. 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. The Skye Bar is also featuring a special menu during Restaurant Week here in Ocean City. The two for $20 lunch special allows you to choose either a soup, salad or dessert to go with your main course, which might be a bacon cheeseburger, pulled pork or any of the other long list of possibilities. The dinner menu allows you to choose an appetizer (tuna nachos, tenderloin tips, side salad, etc.), an entree like veggie stir fry, lobster mac n’ cheese or Jamaican roasted half chicken and then you can chase it with one of Chef Andy’s desserts. The Skye Bar also has a tailgate menu to accompany all NFL ticket games. Every Sunday you get an opportunity to win Skye Bar’s football giveaway which is a three-day/twonight trip to a destination like Tahoe, Vegas or Atlantic City. BJ’s on the Water on 75th Street, bayside, also has great lunch and dinner specials running in honor of Restaurant Week. The Prix Fixe lunch menu includes an appetizer such as BJ’s soup du jour, a lunch entree like a seafood salad wrap or pork barbecue sandwich and then a dessert for just $20. The Prix Fixe dinner menu is served from 5 p.m. until 1:30 a.m. and it is three courses for $30. You can choose an appetizer, salad, main entree (such as 8-ounce New York strip steak, chicken and shrimp teriyaki, or jumbo sized ravioli and then make sure you leave room for dessert as well.
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BJ’s is also the spot where you’ll find a chill happy hour Monday through Friday from 4-7 p.m. and 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.-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 also prides itself on being OC’s Redskins headquarters, but it also offers all of the NFL Sunday games on 20 different TVs and of course food and drink specials are included in the fun. Last, but certainly not least, if you’ve always wanted to take part in one of those popular Paint Nite’s then you’re in luck because BJ’s has one scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. Check out www.bjsonthewater.com for more information. Duffy’s Tavern on 130th Street in the Montego Bay Shopping Center has breakfast Thursday through Monday from 9 a.m. to noon. It is also celebrating Restaurant Week with a great deal for everyone. You can have a full three-course meal for just $19.99 and that include soup or salad, an entree and then dessert. Duffy’s also has a great happy hour that runs from 12-6 p.m. In fact, it is now hosting an NFL Brunch each Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Duffy’s is also featuring food and drink specials on Monday, Thursday and Sunday to coincide with football. Personal cheese pizzas are just $5 and a seafood steamer basket will run you $19.99. Don’t forget that there is also “Second Season” fun happening here and that means that Wednesday is burger night for $6.99, Friday is single crab cake dinner night with two sides for just $12.99 and Saturday is rib night. Get a half rack with two sides for just $12.99. Whiskers Pub, located on 120th Street, has the NFL ticket and is running some pretty good food and drink specials during all of the games. Wings and fries are $7.95, hot dogs are $2.50 and garlic butter clams are just $8.95. You can wash that all down with domestic pints for $2.75, Natural Lights for $2.25 and Fireball shots for just $4. On Thursday, it has half-price burgers, Friday is fresh catch, and on Saturday, Whiskers has baby back ribs. A half is $15.95 or get a whole for $18.95. 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 (between 10-11 p.m.) features various drink specials like $3 Fireballs, $2 domestic 16-ounce drafts and bottles. Wednesday is karaoke night from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. with $3 Fireballs. See CATE Page 47
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cate meighan The Original Greene Turtle also features some of the best food and drink specials during all NFL games. You can grab $1 cheeseburger sliders and $5 pub fries to go with your $6 Ravens purple crush. Ropewalk on 82nd Street and the bay offers up an all-around great dining experience in Ocean City. Happy hour is now running all day/all night long at Ropewalk 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. There is also a full playground to keep the kids entertained and a huge deck to help adults relax. Sunsets at Ropewalk are pretty amazing and the fire pits add a nice touch after dark. If you love football then Ropewalk totally has you covered with its 20-foot outdoor screen. You can watch the game right from your seat on Ropewalk’s beach! Johnny’s Pizza on 56th Street, bayside, is also jumping on the NFL ticket party train. At Johnny’s you can watch all of the games while enjoying $5 pizza and 22-ounce domestic drafts with a souvenir cup. There are also double deals which means that you can get two large cheese pizzas for $21.99 or two medium cheese pizzas for $18.99. 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. Girls Just Wanna Have Fun at KY West every Sunday with happy hour prices and food specials for the ladies running all day long. KY West has one of the best menus here in OC, with its lobster pot pie still being a one-of-a-kind dish. New cutting board specials were recently introduced too. Added to the menu is a smoked salmon and arugula and also a steak tartare and glacier wildfire bleu appetizer is now available. Seacrets: Jamaica USA on 49th Street, bayside, is 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. Halfprice entrees are now being served every Sunday through Thursday from 5-10 p.m. and there are raw bar specials Sunday through Friday from 4-7 p.m. Raw bar specials also run every Saturday from 2-5 p.m. The top five drinks that were submitted for the “Name That Drink” contest will be invited to Seacrets on Thursday, Oct. 29 for a live taste testing during Ocean 98’s Live Lixx show. The winner is going to walk away with more than $1,000 in cash and prizes, plus their drink will be a permanent fixture on Seacrets menu. For more info check out www.seacrets.com. Guidos Burritos, located at 33rd Street and Coastal Highway, offers some great bar specials everyday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and it is also catering to football lovers. During all NFL games, Guidos is offering $12 allyou-can-eat tacos, $8 loaded nachos, 50-cent wings and pork sliders for just $2.50. Plus, get $7 beer pitchers, $5 Patron shots and $2 Natty Lights to wash everything down with. Thirsty Thursdays with DJ Wax at Guidos feature no cover charge, 2-for1 specials and dancing until 2 a.m.–a perfect way to kick off your weekend a bit early. Don’t forget, Guidos also features a free kids lunch seven days a week. Tony Luke’s, located on 33rd Street, has some new football specials that are actually valid anytime. You can grab a bucket of 32 wings and two orders of season fries for $24.99 or a combo meal which includes a cheese sandwich, fries and a fountain drink for just $7.49. Marina Deck at 306 Dorchester Street on the bay is a great place to grab a bite in downtown Ocean City. The all-you-can-eat menu includes steamed shrimp, BBQ ribs, blue crabs and crab legs. Marina Deck also boasts the only indoor restaurant play area for kids in the area. Happy hour runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. 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 just $1.75. Football season is in full swing here in Ocean City and nowhere is that more obvious than at Pizza Tugos Tap Room on the corner of routes 50 and 611 in West Ocean City. NFL Freakin Insanity takes over every Sunday and you can catch all of the games on the new 75” HDTVs. You can also 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 catering to local football fans. Every Sunday you can watch the games at Fat Fish and enjoy all-you-can-eat wings, sliders, burgers, drinks, margaritas and Natty’s for $25. Harborside Bar & Grille on South Harbor Road in West OC is currently running a $5.99 lunch special that’s pretty hard to beat from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you can’t swing lunch then you’re in luck because Harborside also has new dinner specials which includes half-price entrees on Monday nights. Tuesday is taco night and on Wednesday you can enjoy burgers and chicken breast sandwiches for just $5. Thursday is all-you-can-eat ribs and steamed shrimp night and on Friday it’s all about fried oyster and soft shells. Harborside is also celebrating NFL Sundays 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 Thursday through Sunday. The week kicks off with Monday Funday and every Friday is ladies night. In between, there are plenty of drink specials to keep everyone happy all week long. That’s it for this week. Next week’s column will be all about the local Halloween parties and activities that are scheduled for OCMD. This is where you all can help. If you have an event or know of one that is coming up, please email the information to cate@oceancitytoday.net.
Habitat for Humanity gala tonight
(Oct. 23, 2015) Celebrate Habitat for Humanity of Worcester County’s 20th year of serving the community at the first ever Masquerade at St. Martin’s Gala on Friday, Oct. 23. This is the third annual gala benefiting Habitat for Humanity of Worcester County, and the first ever masquerade fundraiser. Singer Nadjah Nicole, a current contestant on this season of “The Voice,” will be part of the night’s entertainment. She has a distinct vocal style that is rooted in gospel music. She and her band perform soul music with a pop and jazz twist.
Masks are encouraged, black-tie is optional. Enjoy an open bar and culinary creations from some of the area’s finest restaurants, including Jules, Culture, Blacksmith, The Greenhouse, Hooters, Rice House, Si Culi, Bad Monkey, Touch of Italy, Liquid Assets, The Original Greene Turtle and Baked Dessert Cafe. This magical event takes place from 7-11 p.m. Tickets cost $115 and are available at www.habitatworcester.org. A cornerstone in Worcester County since the 1700’s, St. Martin’s Historic Church and grounds is the perfect location
for a masquerade event just one week before Halloween. Historic St. Martin’s stands amidst towering pine trees just two miles north of Berlin. It is located at the routes 113 and 589 junctions in Showell. Since its incorporation in 1995, Habitat for Humanity of Worcester County has partnered with 19 families on permanent home projects including builds from the ground up and substantial rehabs. The affiliate had a 20th anniversary goal of assisting 20 families in 20 years on major home projects, and that the goal has been reached.
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Making Strides another success About 1,000 participate in 5K run and walk to support fight against breast cancer
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Oct. 23, 2015) Close to 1,000 people participated in Ocean City’s fifth annual American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K run and walk on the resort Boardwalk, Sunday, Oct. 18. “I think the event went really well,” said Beverly Furst, chairwoman of the Ocean City run and walk. “Despite the chilly morning, we had a great turnout and the inlet was a sea of pink. “I feel the morning was very moving,” she continued. “I’m always amazed how our community comes together to support those that have been touched by cancer. This community is always very generous and for that, I’m grateful.” Participants, spectators and those cheering on runners and walkers gathered in the inlet parking lot before the race to join in the festivities, purchase pink ribbon merchandise and watch the opening ceremony. “Everyone seemed to be having a great time enjoying the activities like the photo booth, face painting and Zumba,” Furst said. “And the speakers, Mayor [Rick] Meehan, [Atlantic General Hospital oncologist] Dr.
Roopa Gupta, Del. Mary Beth Carozza and Sen. [Jim] Mathias did a great job of energizing the crowd and sharing there personal stories, [and] ACS representative Jessica Peterson educated the participants on how our donations help the American Cancer Society do its work.” Dozens of breast cancer survivors were celebrated and recognized after the opening ceremony, and many took part in the run and walk as well. “The day was about the survivors, and Atlantic General Hospital did a wonderful job at the survivors area. They had many volunteers to hand out goodie bags,” Furst said. “There were lots of refreshments and survivors’ shirts and sashes. Sheryl Mitrecic did a beautiful job singing a very inspirational song to the survivors before they had their picture taken.” The 5K run kicked off at 9 a.m., followed by the walk a few minutes later. Sixteen-year-old Benjamin Cornwell of Cambridge was the first male to cross the finish line (21:11.2) for the 5K race. Melanie Rivers finished fourth overall and was the first female to complete the race (22:56.5). The full list of results for the 5K run is available at www.octrirunning.com. “Overall, what a wonderful day. The support that is received from the Ocean City community and surrounding states is incredible,” said Josette Castiglione, community manager,
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer South Atlantic Division, American Cancer Society Inc. “It truly is a testament [that] no one will walk alone.” Funds raised through Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks enable the American Cancer Society to finish the fight against breast cancer by investing in groundbreaking research, providing free, comprehensive information and support to those touched by breast cancer, and helping people reduce their breast cancer risk or find it early when it’s most treatable. “The continued support in Making Strides and all the Pink Ribbon events in the community allow the American Cancer Society to continue to invest in the research and offer the programs and services that we do,” Castiglione said. “A huge thank you to the Pink Ribbon committee and dayof volunteers that made this event possible.” The Ocean City event is one of more than 300 Making Strides walks across the country that raise more than $60 million for the ACS each year. “Uniting with others in the Making Strides walk gives us power to make a real difference in the fight to end breast cancer,” Furst said. Since 1993, more than 11 million supporters have raised over $685 million nationwide. In 2014 alone, 1.3 million walkers across the country See MAKING Page 49
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Making Strides 5K run and walk fundraiser for ACS Continued from Page 48 raised $64 million to help finish the fight against breast cancer. The Ocean City Making Strides 5K run and walk is one of several events that make up the Pink Ribbon Classic at the Beach Series, an assortment of local activities to increase breast cancer awareness while raising money for the American Cancer Society. The Pink Ribbon Classic Series was started in 1996 by a group of volunteers. The 2015 Classic included a ladies-only fishing tournament; card, game and mahj party; tennis and mah jongg tournaments; Jammin’ Out Cancer; Brews for Boobs and the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K walk and run. The final event is a golf tournament, scheduled to take place today, Friday, at the Ocean City Golf Club in Berlin. An entry fee of $100 per person, or $400 for a team of four, includes lunch, 18 holes of golf with cart, dinner and an official tournament gift bag. Registration begins at 11 a.m., with lunch at 11:30 a.m. It is a scrambleformat tournament with a noon shotgun start. For more information, call Nancy Dofflemyer at 410-251-6555 or email ewgnancy@aol.com. In addition, the “Pamper Yourself for Charity” raffle runs through Nov. 8, with the drawing on Nov. 9 at A Perfect Face Day Spa in West Ocean City. Tickets cost $5 each, or get six for $25. For more information, call 410213-9883. Since its inception, the Pink Ribbon Classic Series has raised about $1.5 million for breast cancer research, awareness, programs and services. As of Tuesday evening, more than $177,400 has been raised through the 2015 Pink Ribbon events, according to www.makingstrideswalk.org/oceancitymd. Donations will be accepted until Dec. 31. Some of the local programs and services in this area include free wigs for patients; the Look Good Feel Better program, which teaches patients how to cope with the cosmetic side-ef-
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Runners take off from the starting line in the inlet parking lot Sunday during Ocean City’s fifth annual American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K run and walk. More than 1,000 people participated in the events. “I think the event went really well…Despite the chilly morning, we had a great turnout and the inlet was a sea of pink,” said Beverly Furst, chairwoman of the Ocean City run and walk.
fects of treatment; Reach to Recovery, a one-on-one support visitation program by trained breast cancer survivors for new patients and Road to Recovery, which gives patients transportation to and from cancer treatments. There is also the Hope Lodge, which provides lodging during treatment; Patient Navigator Program, which helps with the health care system; Cancer Survivors Network and a 24-hour-a-day cancer information center. Visit www.makingstrideswalk.org/ oceancitymd for more information or to donate. Find the Ocean City chapter on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ makingstridesoc or at the Twitter handle @OCMDStrides. For more information about the American Cancer Society, visit www.cancer.org or call 1-800-2272345.
Pink Ribbon Golf Classic at OC Golf Club tees off Oct. 23
By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) The 19th annual Pink Ribbon Golf Classic tees off today, Friday, at the Ocean City Golf Club in Berlin to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research. The golf tournament costs $100 per person or $400 for a team of four and includes lunch, 18 holes of golf with a cart, dinner and an official tournament gift bag. In addition, there will be Chinese and silent auctions. “It’s a ladies-only golf tournament, fellowship and fun for a wonderful cause,” said Event Chairwoman, Nancy Dofflemyer. “Fight the fight for breast
cancer.” Last year, 25 teams competed in the golf classic, raising $20,000 for the American Cancer Society. Dofflemyer said 20 teams had already registered for the 2015 event as of Monday afternoon. The Pink Ribbon Classic is a scramble format tournament with three divisions based on handicap as well as one fun, non-competing division. There will be prizes including rounds of golf for the longest drive, closest-to-the-pin contest and division winners. Golfers are urged to register in advance, but can sign up the morning of the tournament at the Ocean City Golf See GOLF Page 51
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Wayne Littleton, coordinator for the Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation Beach Respite Housing Program, second from left, is pictured with David Neith, Kelsey Hickey and Matthew Skay during the kickoff party for the annual fundraiser at Hooters in West Ocean City last Friday.
Prom Queen candidate Kaitlind Meeks, left, is joined by supporters Maryanne Davis and Jodie Noonan during the Believe in Tomorrow Foundation's Prom Night kickoff event at Hooters in West Ocean City last Friday night.
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Prom Night court candidates Chelsey Chmelik and Chris Petito attend the kickoff party for the Believe in Tomorrow Foundation’s annual event at Hooters in West Ocean City last Friday.
Janet Charlsen, left, and Deb Lynch attend the season closing party of Coconut's Beach Bar at the Castle in the Sand Hotel on 37th Street, Sunday.
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George and Debbie Hutson have some snacks and drinks at Coconut's Beach Bar season-closing party on 37th Street, Sunday.
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Jim and Shirley Wittman stop by Coconut's Beach Bar at the Castle in the Sand Hotel on 37th Street for the season-closing party on Sunday.
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Glen and Donna Fowble enjoy the festivities at Coconut's Beach Bar season-closing party on 37th Street, Sunday.
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Golf tournament one of Pink Ribbon Classic’s 2015 events Continued from Page 49 Club, starting at 11 a.m. Lunch catered by Sunset Grille and the Skye Bar will be served at 11:30 a.m. before a noon shotgun start. After the tournament, a full dinner catered by 32 Palm, Mountaire Chicken and the Original Greene Turtle will be served. Hole sponsorships and dedication flags can be purchased in honor or memory of loved ones who have battled breast cancer. Register by calling Dofflemyer at 410251-6555 or email ewgnancy@aol.com. Or, sign up starting at 11 a.m. the day of the tournament, Friday, Oct. 23, at the Ocean City Golf Club.
The golf tournament is one of several events that make up the Pink Ribbon Classic at the Beach Series, an assortment of local activities to increase breast cancer awareness while raising money for the American Cancer Society. Also raising money for the campaign is “Glo in the Dark,” a Zumba event, taking place on Monday, Oct. 26, from 5:30-7:15 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Recreation Center. For a $10 donation to the American Cancer Society, Zumba enthusiasts will be led by four West Ocean City Fitness instructors in a black light setting with glow sticks and tunes from DJ Jeremy. For more information, call West Ocean City Fitness at 410-213-7000.
Inaugural Shore Craft Beer Festival in Ocean City, Sat.
By Josh Davis Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Ocean City’s first alllocal beer festival bows this Saturday in Sunset Park on South Division Street and the bay. The Shore Craft Beer Festival, which will take place from 12:30-4:30 p.m., will feature 11 local breweries pouring unlimited samples, along with live music, food, beer merchandise and, for the first time, beer to go. Organizer Ann Hillyer from ShoreCraftBeer.com said the event would “have a lot of firsts” for the area, including having multiple food trucks during the event. “Rosenfeld’s Jewish Deli is going to be there, so that’s an Ocean City [restaurant] that has a food truck now, and Big Al’s is going to be there,” she said. “That’ll be the first time that’s happening.” Hillyer said the beer-to-go portion of the festival adds another twist and would
include canned and bottled beer, as well as a tap truck to fill growlers. “The breweries will be selling growlers at their tables, but the growler fills will be as you enter and exit,” she said, adding that guests can also bring their own growlers. “Just bring clean ones – no moldy growlers,” she said. “We’ve got a bunch of great brewers who don’t like to pour their beers in nasty growlers. We don’t want people to think our beer is bad.” The event is also unusual, according to Hillyer, because representatives from each brewery, rather than volunteers, will be pouring the samples. “The actual brewers are going to be there, so it’s not some hired volunteer that’s going to pour the beer,” she said. “You can actually talk and ask questions and they’ll know the answers.” Each brewery will bring at least two beers to the event. Evolution Craft Brewing Co., from Sal-
Judy Schoellkopf, right, and Nancy Dofflemyer practice their short game at Eagles Landing that has turned “pink” for October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
isbury, and Berlin’s Burley Oak Brewing Company will both bring double IPAs. From Ocean City, Assawoman Bay Brewing Co. will bring the award-winning Transporter, Backshore Brewing Co. will pour the Chocolate Pumpkin Ale, and OC Brewing Co. will offer its Nuckin’ Futs honey brown ale. Fin City did not announce its beer lineup in advance. Delaware-based Mispillion River Brewing will bring the Holy Crap imperial red, and 3rd Wave, also from the first See SUNSET Page 52
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Sunset Park in OC location for Shore Craft Beer Festival Continued from Page 51 state, will offer the Big Reef porter. Market Street Public House, from Denton, will pour its Chicken Necker Stout, and Tall Tales Brewing Company, from Parsonsburg, will bring the Backdraft amber ale. Crisfield’s Chesapeake Brewing Company did not announce beers in advance. Beer supply store Xtreme Brewing will bring a Breakfast Porter and a Harvest Ale made during a collaborative ShoreCraftBeer.com demonstration in September, as well as a Coffee Saison collaboration with the Point Coffee House in Rehoboth Beach and a Bloody IPA made with the Salisbury Roller Girls. “Eastern Shore Beer” author Tony Russo will host a VIP talk during the event, and the Nate Clendenen Duo will play live on the bay-front stage throughout the festival. Burley Oak Brewmaster Bryan Brushmiller said the concept of beer festivals is becoming exclusive to the craft beer circuit, and that the events help brewers gain exposure. “You don’t really see people showing up and getting samples and talking about and discussing the taste of macrobreweries [the way] that you do with handcrafted beer,” he said. “That’s really what sets our industry apart from the macrobeers – they’re not really drinking it for taste, they’re just drinking it for alcohol. “People are actually going and getting a two-ounce sample [of craft beer] just for taste,” he added. “That’s really a statement for the whole craft beer industry.” Brushmiller said he also planned to bring several sour beers to the event, a variety that is increasing gaining popularity in the craft beer world. “We kind of came up to the market [with sour beer] before it was popular just because we were from Berlin, so we decided to make a Berliner Weisse,” he said. “Now we’ve been doing it for three
Local brewers who have made a beer specifically for the inaugural Shore Craft Beer Festival on Oct. 24 in Ocean City, from left, are Tony Donovan and Jerry Franklin of 3rd Wave Brewing, Doug Griffith of Xtreme Brewing and Jason Weissberg and Sam Sayler of Assawoman Bay Brewing Company, pictured with Ann McGinnis Hillyer of ShoreCraftBeer.com.
years and we’re starting to get well known for our sours.” The Berliner Weisse is generally a cloudy, white sour with a low alcohol volume that dates back to 16th century Germany. Hillyer said craft beer is a useful tool in the tourism industry, and hopes the festival cement that perception in the resort. “We want everyone to know that Ocean City is a great destination for craft beer,” she said. “There’s a huge variety in the local craft beer and this area is making some world class beer. “For me, it’s the start of making Ocean City and the shore a real craft beer destination,” she added. “We’ve got five hotels that have put packages together for this event. That’s really exciting – they’re selling packages for people to come to the festival and come to Ocean City and enjoy all the other things Ocean City has to offer. We want to be the newest and hottest craft beer destination.” Advance tickets cost $25, or $35 at the door. VIP tickets are $40, and designated driver passes are $10. Visit www.shorecraftbeerfest.com.
Black Cat Scavenger Hunt game kickoff to Local’s Week (Oct. 23, 2015) The Ocean City LifeSaving Station Museum’s Local’s Week Celebration starts on Oct. 24 and ends Oct. 31. Visit the museum, located at the southern end of the Boardwalk, say you are a “local” and you will be invited to tour the facility at no charge during this eight-day celebration. The annual Black Cat Scavenger Hunt is now available at the museum and online at ocmuseum.org/printables/Black_Cat_Scavenger_Hunt_2015 .pdf Answers for the Scavenger Hunt can be found at City Hall on Third Street, the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street, Ocean City Chamber of Commerce in West Ocean City, Ocean City convention center on 40th Street and at the museum. There are wooden black
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cats at each location to help guide participants to the correct answers. “I invite all ‘locals’ to test their knowledge and have some fun while touring a few of the great public places in Ocean City,” said Executive Director Sandy Hurley. The deadline for completed entries is Nov. 15. All entries with the correct answers will receive a complimentary oneyear membership to the Museum Society and will be entered into the grand prize drawing for a bag of museum gift shop goodies. The museum is located at 813 South Atlantic Avenue at the inlet and is open daily in October from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 410-2894991 or visit ocmuseum.org
Annual Halloween Spook-Out Party at Northside Park
(Oct. 23, 2015) Halloween spirits will fill Northside Park on Sunday, Oct. 25, from 1-3 p.m. as Ocean City Recreation and Parks hosts its annual “Halloween Spook-Out Party.” The party will take place at Northside Park Recreation Complex on 125th Street in Ocean City and activities will include carnival games, arts and crafts, hayrides and costume contests. Complimentary snacks will be available and prizes will be awarded for top costumes. Participants of all ages are welcome. There is no pre-registration required for the event. Entrance fee is one bag of individually wrapped candy per child. For more information, visit www.oceancitymd.gov or contact Ocean City Recreation and Parks at 410-2500125.
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Annual Coin and Currency Show in OC this weekend
By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Coins and precious metals — currency of all types — will be showcased this weekend in the Ocean City convention center’s Dockside Hall on 40th Street, during the 13th annual OC Coin and Currency Show. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free. About 35 vendors will be available to buy, sell, trade or appraise coins. “There will be a lot of stuff on display – stuff from the 1700s and 1800s — things you don’t usually see outside of a museum,” Promoter Carl Ostiguy said. The showcase will heavily favor U.S. currency, to the tune of about 70 percent, Ostiguy said, but the vendors and dealers will also feature coins from the four corners of the Earth. “We’ll be buying and selling from and to the public, and there will be people buying gold and silver bullion in case all hell breaks loose down the road,” Ostiguy said. Part of being in the coin game, Ostiguy explained, is being in the metal game, and older coins used different mixtures of precious and semiprecious metals than they do today. In certain cases, the value of the metals making up the coin exceeds the value the coin is supposed to represent. For example, Ostiguy said a common example that may well be just lying around someone’s house is a 1964 silver dime, which is now worth about one dollar. “It’s a 90 percent silver coin worth 10 times the face value. Coins from 1964 and earlier are generally worth more than face value,” he said. Because the value of different metals changes constantly, but have gone up on the whole since that year, those coins hold more value than they show. “There will be a lot to see. You can get a lot of money on an 8-foot table,” Ostiguy said. “If you’re looking to start a collection we’ll have some nice finds in the half-price bins. You can’t have a house without a foundation.” And here on the lower shore, there are not very many events close enough to begin laying the foundation for a new hobby. “The next closest coin show this year is in Annapolis,” he said. There will be an event in Salisbury on Valentine’s Day 2016 hosted by the Salisbury Coin Club, which also hosts this event. “If you have stuff and you want to see what it’s worth our dealers can tell you, or if you want to sell off some or all of a collection we can do that too,” he said. For more information, contact Ostiguy at 443-623-7025.
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PARADE OF CORVETTES Spectators enjoy the show as hundreds of Corvettes are paraded along the Boardwalk last Saturday, during the 29th annual Free State Corvette Club event. Weekend activities included car shows, rallyes and a Boardwalk parade.
Drive in Disguise Boardwalk Parade
By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Ocean City’s fifth annual Drive in Disguise Boardwalk Parade will take place Saturday, Oct. 24, at 3 p.m. Presented by the Ocean City Downtown Association, Drive in Disguise has a Halloween theme, and while costumes are not required, they do add style to the event, which allows residents and visitors to drive down the Boardwalk if they have a vintage OC license plate. And for those who don’t have a plate? Anyone who wants to decorate his or her car can ride the boards for
a donation of $25, and bicyclists are also encouraged to join in on the festivities. “It’s fun and people love the opportunity to dress up,” said event organizer Nancy Howard. “Someone asked if they could decorate their bike and we would love to add bikes, the more the merrier.” The parade will start on 27th Street and continue down the Boardwalk before driving off at the inlet parking lot. The public can vote for their favorite decorated car for $1. A People’s Choice trophy along with a few others will be awarded and a group photo will be taken of the cars and drivers.
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“We hope to have Ocean City known for its great Halloween events,” Howard said. In addition to the car parade, there will also be a Halloween beach maze and pumpkin race going on near North Division Street this weekend. “It’s the perfect time of year,” she said. “The weather in Ocean City during the fall couldn’t be better.” In 2014, about 50 cars motored down the boards during the parade. People who choose to decorate their cars can pick any theme, within tasteful reason, and that can include a favorite sports team or political view. See DRIVE Page 55
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West Ocean City 410-213-1846 www.ocharborside.com Oct. 23: DJ Bill T, 4 p.m. Oct. 24: Simple Truth, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. Oct. 25: Opposite Directions, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Billy T, 7 p.m. Oct. 26: 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 Oct. 23: Dave Hawkins, 5-10 p.m. Oct. 24: Dave Sherman, 6-10 p.m. HOOTERS Rt. 50 & Keyser Point Road West Ocean City 410-213-1841 www.hootersofoc.com Oct. 23: TBA Oct. 24: DJ BK, 8 p.m. JOHNNY’S PIZZA & PUB 56th Street, bayside Ocean City 410-524-7499 www.johnnyspizzapub.com Oct. 23: TBA, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Oct. 24: Randy Lee Ashcraft and the Saltwater Cowboys, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Every Wednesday: Randy Lee Ashcraft and the Saltwater Cowboys, 9 p.m. KY WEST RESTAURANT & BAR 54th Street Ocean City 443-664-2836 www.kywestoceancity.com
OPPOSITE DIRECTIONS Harborside Bar & Grill: Sunday, Oct. 25, 2-6 p.m.; Monday, Oct. 26, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Every Saturday: DJ Rhoadie M.R. DUCKS Talbot Street and the bay Ocean City 410-289-9125 www.mrducksbar.com Oct. 23: DJ Batman, 4-8 p.m. Oct. 24: Three on the Tree, 4-8 p.m. OCEAN CLUB NIGHTCLUB In the Horizons Restaurant In the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel 101st Street and the ocean Ocean City 410-524-3535 www.clarionoc.com Oct. 23-24: On the Edge, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. PURPLE MOOSE Boardwalk, between Talbot and Caroline streets Ocean City 410-289-6953 www.purplemoosesaloon.com
Oct. 23: VJ/DJ Jamming Jeff, 2 p.m.; Band with Names, 10 p.m. SEACRETS 49th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-4900 www.seacrets.com Oct. 23: Big Bang Baby, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Oct. 24: Power Play, 5-9 p.m.; JJ RuppBand, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; The Benderz, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Oct. 29: Full Circle, 5-9 p.m.; Live Broadcast of Live LIxx Show w/Melissa Alesi and Bond & Bentley during Name That Drink contest, 6-8 p.m. WHISKER’S BAR & GRILL 11070 Cathell Road, Suite 17 Pines Plaza, Ocean Pines 443-365-2576 Oct. 23: Karaoke w/Donnie Berkey, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
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Drive in Disguise proceeds benefit OC Downtown Assoc. Continued from Page 53 Other local organizations such as the Town of Ocean City, the Ocean City Art League and AARP will have information booths set up and DJ Bigler from Hot Country 107.7 will be in the inlet parking lot entertaining the crowd. Several businesses will offer a 15percent discount for participants throughout the weekend including the Dough Roller, Ayres Creeks, the Kite Loft, Captain’s Table, Dollies Candies, Pickles Pub and the Greene Turtle. In addition, Trimper’s Haunted House on the Boardwalk will offer free admission for parade participants. Proceeds from Drive in Disguise will help the Downtown Association put on additional events in the future. Cars must be registered in Maryland and proof of insurance is required. “Ocean City is a special town and a place people aspire to be,” Howard said. “Come down and check out the parade.” To obtain an Ocean City vintage plate, visit www.oceancitymd.gov or call 410-289-8824. The cost is $35 per vehicle, which includes a $25 MVA tag fee and a $10 administrative fee. Parade registration forms are available at www.downtownassociation.net. For additional
information, contact Howard at 443235-4405 or email neffiehoward@comcast.net.
Elks to present banners, Oct. 24
(Oct. 23, 2015) The Ocean City Elks Lodge #2645 announces the culmination of the 2015 Ocean City Elks Hometown Heroes Military Banner Program. Local, active duty military service personnel from Worcester County were honored by having their banners on display along the Ocean City Boardwalk this summer. These 20 banners have been on display from the Amusement Pier along the beach north to Fourth Street since late April. They were recently taken down just prior to the severe wind and rain storms that visited the coast. These banners will be presented to the honorees, or their family, at the Ocean City Elks Lodge Banquet Hall, located at 13708 Sinepuxent Ave. on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 2 p.m. The ceremony is open to the public and all are welcome. For additional information, contact Pat Riordan at 443-623-6162, Ocean City Elks, Veteran’s Committee.
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DR. SEUSS REPRESENTED Amanda Knauff of Ocean City, along with her dogs, Gidget (Grinch), Laverne and Shirley (Thing 1 and Thing 2), have a Dr. Seuss theme Saturday for the “Howl-O-Ween” Pet Parade, part of the O.C.Toberfest free activities near North Division Street in Ocean City. Knauff of Pet Threadz, located off Route 611 in West Ocean City, designed the outfits. The store features a number of costumes for pets.
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Quartets, chorus groups to perform in OC competition
By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) The Barbershop Harmony Society will present its MidAtlantic District singing competition this weekend in Ocean City with 20 quartets and 22 chorus groups battling for the chance to advance to the international competition next summer in Nashville. The activities kick off in the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street at 5:27 p.m. today, Friday, for the quartet’s semifinals where 10 teams will be eliminated from the competition. Quartets are judged on music, performance, harmony accuracy and arrangement, said Eric Herr, a promoter of the event. On Saturday morning, the chorus contest begins at 8:57 a.m. with fourpart harmony sections. “It’s very much like a Broadway show with the singing and dancing,” Herr said. “In most competitions, a few points separate the top three chorus teams.” At 7 p.m., “the main event” starts when the remaining 10 quartets compete for the chance to move on to the international competition. In addition, the winning chorus team will make an appearance in Saturday night’s show.
The current Mid-Atlantic District quartet champions, from left, are Edward Bell, Mike Kelly, Drew Feyrer and TJ Barranger, pose for a photo with their awards.
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petition and represented by nine foreign countries and the United States, he added. Herr expects close to 3,000 competitors, family members and fans to converge in Ocean City. A weekend pass to all competitions can be purchased for $40 at the convention center box office and will be
available at the door. Individual contests including Saturday night’s main event cost $25 each. For more information on the MidAtlantic District and this weekend’s competition in Ocean City, visit www.midatlanticdistrict.com. To learn about the Barbershop Harmony Society, visit www.barbershop.org.
World’s best Elvis tribute artists to compete in resort By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) It’s time to dance in Blue Suede Shoes while Jailhouse Rockin’ to 20 of the world’s best tribute artists this weekend during the Elvis Festival at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street. The three-day event returned to Ocean City for the second year on Thursday with performers contending to be declared the No. 1 Elvis to a soldout crowd of 440 guests. The Ocean City Elvis Festival is an invitational contest where the champion will take home a cash prize of $4,200 and the opportunity to represent Ocean City while competing for the title against other winners of preliminary contests at the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest held during Elvis Week in Memphis, Aug. 9-16, 2016. “It’s a great event because it has become a ‘family’ of Friends through Elvis that gather annually for a reunion,” said Jason Sherry, producer of the Elvis Festival. “We all stay together, eat together and enjoy the entertainment together at the beautiful hotel.” On Friday and Saturday, audiences will see the first and second rounds of the contest. Each contestant will perform four songs both days. Half of the group will perform with tracks and the other half with the Change of Habit tribute band. The top 10 will advance to Sunday’s finals. The event will have Elvis Tribute
artists from previous years to headline the shows and to break up the competition. On Friday, 2015 Elvis Festival winner David Lee and Elvis Tribute artist “Dean Z” will join last year’s Ocean City Elvis Festival champion, Doug Church, on stage to rock the house. On Saturday, Shawn Klush will entertain the crowd along with awardwinning Elvis Tribute artist Jim Barone. The competition part of the Elvis Festival is sold out, but there are a few activities people can still attend. There will be a free party at the Clarion on Friday night beginning at 11 p.m. with oldie music. On Saturday night, a ‘Spooktacular’ Halloween Costume Ball will take place at 10 p.m. and costs $20 for non-hotel guests. On Sunday morning at 10 a.m. there will be an Elvis Gospel music event at the Clarion. The cost to attend is $20. A final party will send off Elvis tribute artists at 7 p.m. Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc., the company that controls the Presley estate and operates Graceland is the proprietor of the event. In 2007, it started searching for the best representation of Elvis Presley and now the event is held annually. “Elvis’ music touches a wide variety of people and it’s a privilege to be able to help keep his memory alive by celebrating his life and legacy. Those who have See ELVIS Page 57
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Walker provides some tips for hosting football parties
Doug Church of Mishawaka, Ind., performs in the final round during Ocean City’s inaugural Elvis Festival at the Clarion hotel on 101st Street last year. Church won the Ocean City competition.
Elvis Fest competition sold out, but other events open Continued from Page 56 attended our events know that the Elvis Festival is a big family,” Sherry said. In addition to Ocean City, Elvis festivals take place in Brunswick, Ga., Lake George, N.Y. Las Vegas, Memphis, Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Portage, Ind.
Elvis merchandise will be available, from official festival T-shirts to key chains. In addition, CDs, DVDs and other collectibles will be available as well. For more information on the event, visit www.oceancityelvisfestival.com or call 1-888-406-5885.
By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Oct. 23, 2015) Are you ready for some football? These emphatic words of wisdom capture the hearts of fanatic fans everywhere. The arena of body slams, temporary insanity and outrageous behavior are a given during the season of America’s favorite pastime. Do not arrive in your Sunday best: getting down, pigging out and bottom’s up are mandatory if one is to survive the sport of champions. Details take on new meaning; securing one’s home is mandatory. In a split second, the anger factor can rise beyond control. Punching walls, pulling out what’s left of one’s hair and storming out the room are diagnosed as “normal behavior” in such volatile times. This is why the placing of food needs to be strategically positioned; thinking in terms of offense sets the tone for success. Adult beverages and football go hand in hand. A few tips makes life easier on the host and at the same time conveys a feeling of “help yourself.” One large cooler filled with assorted beers and another cooler containing water and sodas
makes life easy for all. Stay away from glass; aluminum and plastic are lighter and safer. Boxed wines are perfectly acceptable and again your guests can make themselves at home. Freshly brewed tea, fresh mint, cream, slices of seedless lemons and an assortment of sugars are a thoughtful gesture for those who do not drink alcohol. A chef cannot regulate the outcome of the game but he or she can control the menu. Tension is high and food must be of equal footing if particular dishes are to stand out. Sliced cheese with crackers is the norm and uninspiring. However, a combination of cream, sharp and blue cheese rolled in a crust of crispy bacon, sweet pecans, black sesame seeds and crunchy scallions sets the tone for high expectations. Buffalo wings, overstuffed tacos and fried chicken are very good but also are quite predictable. If a cook enters the stadium of experimentation, creativity is stimulated which enhances the range of purpose intended. Shrimp spring rolls fit the theme of competition and rock your football festivities. The Asian delight is delicious, healthy and finger friendly. You really do not need a recipe, simply roll with your favorite vegetables and protein. A dipSee MIX Page 58
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Mix up menu and serve shrimp spring rolls Continued from Page 57 ping sauce is optional. There are so many variables which are based on personal preference. If halftime does not excite your football fancy, take this opportunity to demonstrate the art of spring rolls. Entertaining is very popular and your guests will be eager to learn something new. Following are a few tips to help facilitate the prepping and making of spring rolls. An important element of a great spring roll is having a “crunch” or firm structure in the center. Carrots, celery, jicama, cucumbers or bean sprouts add to the texture of the dish. Rice or cellophane noodles also add a certain consistency and a foundation for other flavors. The surface area is minimal, so textures and flavors must be chosen wisely. Rice paper wrappers are available in various sizes and thickness. The key is to dip them in water long enough to slightly soften it. Rice paper is delicate and only needs a quick dip. If you soak the rice paper too long, it will break down, making it very difficult to roll. The rice paper should come out of the water slightly firm; it will continue to absorb the water on its surface. Harris Teeter sells Snapdragon Vietnamese Fresh Spring Roll Kit for $2.99. It includes 10 -12 authentic Vietnamese spring roll wrappers and a packet of
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NOT JUST FOR DOGS While most people brought their dogs, Donnie Harshbargar and Mindy Hostetler of Reedsville, Pa., dressed up their cat, Jynx, for the “Howl-O-Ween” Pet Parade last Saturday, which is part of the O.C.Toberfest free activities near North Division Street in Ocean City.
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Chesapeake Ghost Walks to offer about 30 haunted tours Guided strolls through OC, Berlin, Pocomoke, Snow Hill and other area towns
(Oct. 23, 2015) Chesapeake Ghost Walks, a company out of Somerset County, has scheduled more than 30 ghost tours to run between now and Halloween in 10 towns that span 80 linear miles across the Eastern Shore. They include guided haunted walks through historic districts of Easton, Cambridge, St. Michaels, Ocean City, Berlin, Princess Anne, Pocomoke, Denton, Snow Hill and Crisfield. During Halloween week, the company will offer 15 walks covering all 10 towns – 11 of those ghost tours fall on Halloween weekend. Each ghost walk lasts just under two hours and is personally guided by someone well versed in the local history as well as the paranormal history. Most tours have a nighttime stroll through a graveyard and some include sites like healing trees, elementals (non-human spirits), river walks or walks into a forest. Collectively, the 10 ghost tours cover more than 120 stories of the haunted Eastern Shore - stories that include Bloody Henny and the LeCompte Curse (Cambridge), The Town Dog Killer (Denton), The Ghost in the Governor’s Mansion (Snow Hill), The Haunted Carousel (Ocean City) and The Child Spirit at the Atlantic Hotel (Berlin). All of the walks were written and crafted by company owner and author, Mindie Burgoyne. “Our home is what inspired me to write about haunted places,� Burgoyne said. “When we bought our home in 2002 strange things started to happen. Then the incidents got scary. When the incidents became terrifying we put the house up for sale, and that was only 13 months after moving in.� Though most of the activity has quieted down, the Burgoynes still experience unexplained events from time to time. Living in that house has inspired Burgoyne to write three books and scores of articles on haunted houses and properties. Today, Chesapeake Ghost Walks delivers more than 200 ghost tours each year to more than 5,000 guests, and the 10 walks comprise the largest cluster of regional heritage walks in America. To date, the haunted tours have been featured in the Washington Post, the Philadelphia Enquirer, The Week Magazine, on National Public Radio and by scores of local media outlets. The haunted tours are year-round and include ghost walks, bus tours and storytelling events in partnership with local businesses such as the LifeSaving Station Museum and the Dunes Manor Hotel in Ocean City,
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PAC-MAN ON THE BOARDS Austin, 9, and Audrey, 7, Zonis of Williamsport, Md., along with their dog, Cali, join in the fun festivities of the “Howl-O-Ween” Pet Parade last Saturday, which is part of the O.C.Toberfest free activities near North Division Street in Ocean City. The group went with a Pac–Man theme.
Four Wor. County women to be honored during Gems’ Tea (Oct. 23, 2015) The Worcester County Commission for Women, in conjunction with the Friends of the Worcester County Commission for Women, will be celebrating the lives of four extraordinary Worcester County women during a tea on Sunday, Nov. 1 at the Dunes Manor Hotel on 28th Street in Ocean City from 2-4 p.m. The Gems’ Tea honors local women whose exemplary lives have influenced others to contribute to Worcester
County’s history in various ways. This year JoFran Falcon of Ocean Pines, Ruth Kemp of Ocean Pines, Mary Makinen of Snow Hill and Barbara Tull of Pocomoke will be honored. For reservations, checks should be made payable to FWCCW and mailed to Lou Etta McClaflin, 11108 Dale Road, Whaleyville, Md. 21872 by Oct. 23. The cost is $25 per person. For more information, call 410-6417391.
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with OPA for special offer (Oct. 23, 2015) BJ’s Wholesale Club is once again partnering with the Ocean Pines Association to bring a special membership offer, through Oct. 30, to benefit the Worcester County Veterans Memorial at Ocean Pines Foundation. In addition to offering special membership benefits, BJ’s will donate $5 of each membership fee to the foundation. The offer, which is available to new and renewing members, is not available for purchase online or at any BJ’s location. Other benefits include receiving $15 off the BJ’s $50 Inner Circle membership fee or $25 off the $100 BJ’s Perks Rewards membership fee, one additional free month of membership and a free second membership card for a household member. With this offer, 13 months will
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Haunted 5K Fun Run and fall festival in Ocean Pines (Oct. 23, 2015) The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department will host Halloween activities this month, which include a Haunted 5K run and fall festival. A Haunted 5K Fun Run, a new Halloween event, will be held on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 5 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park in Ocean Pines. Participants are encouraged to wear costumes, and awards for scariest, funniest and best couple/group will be presented the race. The entry fee is $30 per person. Ocean Pines will cap off the month with its annual Halloween Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 1-4 p.m. at White Horse Park in Ocean Pines. Admission is free and open to the public. Navy veteran and Coastal Hospice & Palliative Care patient, Charles “Dick” Rohm, is pictured in his Powellville home under a patriotic lap blanket given to him by the organization.
Coastal Hospice seeking patriotic blankets for vets
(Oct. 23, 2015) Coastal Hospice & Palliative Care is requesting the community’s support to help them honor the veterans in its care on the Lower Shore. Coastal Hospice has traditionally provided lap blankets, donated by the community, to give added comfort and warmth to patients. A request for blankets last year prompted an overwhelming response. This year, Coastal Hospice is making a special appeal for blankets in patriotic motifs — including red/white/blue themes, stars and stripes, etc. — to be given to patients who are veterans. Coastal Hospice is active in the “We Honor Veterans” program, developed in partnership with the Department of Veterans Affairs, providing specialized care to veterans who are facing a life-limiting illness, often addressing a specific need related to the veteran’s military service. Currently, Coastal Hospice has more than 30 veterans in its care. Coastal Hospice plans to start giving these blankets to veteran patients on Nov. 11, Veteran’s Day, and will continue to use them throughout the year as veterans enter hospice care. “We want to make every day Veterans’s Day for our veteran patients at Coastal Hospice,” said Nancy Stewart, coordinator for the We Honor Veterans program. “Many veterans that gave so much were never welcomed or honored when they came home. This is a small way to acknowledge how grateful we are for the service they gave.” Most appropriate are knitted, crocheted, quilted or fleece lap blankets. The blankets must be new, and can be See PATRIOTIC Page 62
Costume contests, carnival games, face painting, pony rides, candy, a haunted hay ride, moon bounce, crafts, refreshments for sale and more will be part of the event. Admission and games are free; there will be a fee for some attractions. New this year is a pumpkin-carving contest and an “anything pumpkin” cook-off/bake-off. Contest applications are available at the Recreation and Parks Department. Volunteers and candy donations are needed for this event. Contact the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department at 410641-7052 if interested in helping or for more information about these activities.
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CHEF’S CHOICE Liz Ortiz of Berlin dresses as a chef, while Murdock sports spaghetti and meatballs during the “Howl-O-Ween” Pet Parade last Saturday on the Ocean City Boardwalk. The event, part of the O.C.Toberfest free activities, drew more than 130 entries.
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Maggie and Abbey Miller win reading challenge awards Patriotic blanket (Oct. 23, 2015) Worcester Preparatory School (WPS) congratulates two collection for vets sixth graders, Maggie and Abbey Miller, for winning top awards from the national Newsela Summer Reading Challenge. The girls were two of only 45 children, from the 100,000 participants across the country, who completed all badges during this summer’s 75-day reading challenge. The girls’ learned of the program through WPS Librarian Tracy Polk. The Newsela Summer Reading Challenge ran from June 1 through Aug. 14. The Reading Challenge promotes literacy by encouraging students to continue reading during the summer months. By providing current world news and feature stories to the participants, Newsela challenges readers to earn badges, get newsroom promotions and climb in the standings against fellow competitors. Any student can enter the challenge and it’s free. For more information, visit https://newsela.com/summer/.
Continued from Page 61 either handmade or purchased. The ideal size is approximately 36x42 inches. There is also a continuing need for nonpatriotic blankets for hospice patients. Donations are being accepted during regular business hours at the Coastal Hospice main office at 2604 Old Ocean City Road in Salisbury or at Coastal Hospice at the Ocean at 10441 Racetrack Road, Taylorville Center, in Berlin. More information is available from Elaine Bean, Coastal Hospice community relations manager, at 410-742-8732. Founded in 1980, Coastal Hospice is a nonprofit health care organization that cares for individuals facing life-limiting conditions and who want to remain as active and engaged as possible. Coastal Hospice cares for patients in their home, nursing home, assisted living facility or at Coastal Hospice at the Lake. The organization serves Wicomico, Worcester, Dorchester and Somerset counties.
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Commended Students Stephen Decatur High School seniors Hyunsoo Chun, ReaHyunsoo Chun gan Dunham, Logan Romberger and Hannah Watsky have been named Commended Students in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Reagan Dunham Program. This year, approximately 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation will be recognized for their academic promise Logan Romberger and for having placed among the top 5 percent of more than 1.5 million students who took the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Hannah Watsky Qualifying Test.
Phi Eta Sigma Several area residents were recently accepted into Phi Eta Sigma, the national freshman honor society, at Salisbury University. They include: Delaney Andrews, daughter of Doug and Sandy Andrews of Berlin. Andrews is a sophomore majoring in exercise science. She is a 2014 graduate of Snow Hill High School. Katie Van Bruggen, daughter of Robin and Maureen Van Bruggen of Berlin. She is a sophomore majoring in elementary education. She is a member of the Outdoor Club and the intramural volleyball team. Van Bruggen is a Dean’s List student. She is a 2014 graduate of Stephen Decatur High School in Berlin. Amelia Cooper, daughter of Mary Anne and Scott Cooper of Berlin. Cooper is a sophomore majoring in elementary education. She is a member of the Education Club and Quidditch club. Cooper is a Dean’s List student. She is a 2014 graduate of Stephen Decatur High School.
Movie star Worcester Prep fourth grader Jillian Lebling of Selbyville, makes her major film debut as “Peggy Donovan” in Disney’s feature film “Bridge of Spies,” directed by Steven Spielberg and co-starring Tom Hanks, Jillian Lebling Alan Alda and Amy Ryan. The historical drama thriller was released in theaters Oct. 16.
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Worcester County Humane Society hosts open house (Oct. 23, 2015) In conjunction with Adopt-A-Shelter Dog month, the Worcester County Humane Society will be holding its second annual Open House on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Everyone is invited to come see all of the dogs and cats that are available for adoption along with improvements that have been made to the shelter. There will be children’s activities, a bake sale, demos starting at 11 a.m. by K-9 Heeling, and at 2 p.m. there will be a Worcester County K-9 Unit demonstration. In addition, lunch will be available with a $5 donation. Though October is officially AdoptA-Shelter-Dog month, the Worcester County Humane Society is calling it “Celebrate Me Home” month in hopes that anyone who has adopted a pet
from the shelter will bring them back for a visit. There will be a Blessing of the Animals at 1 p.m. for any animals that are brought in for a visit. The shelter is also offering $25 cat adoptions on the day of the open house. Applications must be turned in on Oct. 24 to receive the discounted adoption fee. The Worcester County Humane Society is a no-kill shelter. It is located on 12330 Eagles Nest Road in Berlin. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day except Sundays and Wednesdays. Some of the shelter kitties can also be seen by visiting Petco in West Ocean City. For more information, call 410213-0146 or visit www.worcestercountyhumanesociety.org. Follow the shelter on Facebook and Instagram for more updates.
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workshop, Painting Wild Horses from Life, led by McLain, Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Artists have long painted outdoors, working in natural light to see and to be inspired by nature while immersed in its element. This workshop will cover techniques for painting the horse quickly and fluidly from life, challenges of painting a moving subject in changing light and coping with the problems inherent in painting outdoors. Students will be guided through the process of observing, painting and learning from wild horses to enrich studio work with emphasis on accurate anatomy. For more information, visit AssateagueIslandAlliance.org or call 443-614-3547. The Assateague Island Alliance (AIA), a 501(c)3 organization, is a Friends Group to benefit Assateague Island National Seashore. AIA financially supports educational, interpretive, scientific and recreational programs. All funds raised by AIA are for the direct benefit of Assateague Island National Seashore. Donations are tax-deductible.
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Class of 2016 students honored for outstanding Advanced Placement scores, in front, from left, are Erika Smith, Tori Barros, Grace Tunis, Laura Issel, Isabel Carulli, Victoria Middleton, Sarah Koon, Hannah Arrington and Cassie Stevens, and in back, Nate Abercrombie, Wyatt Richins, Charlie Pritchard, Staton Whaley, Jordan Kilgore, Zach Oltman, Alex Choy, Jordan Osias and Jason Cook.
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higher on four or more of these exams were: Cameron DiPerna ‘15, Aelya Ehtasham ‘15, Amanda Gabriel ‘15, Laura Issel ‘16, Victoria Middleton ‘16, Wyatt Richins ‘16 and Erika Smith ‘16. AP Scholars with scores of 3 or higher on three or more exams were: Nate Abercrombie ‘16, Hannah Arrington ‘16, Tori Barros ‘16, Arella Berger ‘15, Sophie Brennan ‘15, Kyle Chandler ‘15, Jason Cook ‘16, Raphael De Jesus ‘15, Sam Deeley ‘15, Carolyn Dorey ‘15, Paige Evans ‘15, Hank Faust ‘15, Jordan Kilgore ‘16, Sarah Koon ‘16, Shelby Laws ‘15, Caroline Lewis ‘15, Mattie Maull ‘15, Jordan Osias ‘16, James Petrera ‘15, Charlie Pritchard ‘16, Fiona Reid ‘15, Grace Riley ‘15, Emmi Shockley ‘15 and Staton Whaley ‘16.
Artists sought for WCAC’s ‘Small Wonders’ art exhibit
(Oct. 23, 2015) The Worcester County Arts Council announces “Small Wonders” juried art exhibition to be on display during the months of November and December at the WCAC Gallery located at 6 Jefferson Street in Berlin. The exhibition is open to all artists, professional or amateur, with work in all media. The show guidelines require entries not to exceed 7 inches for 2D works and 11 inches for 3D works. Despite the size limitation, artists are encourage to submit pieces that incorporate a diverse range of materials to communicate this concept. Entries must be delivered to the
Arts Council’s Gallery, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Oct. 28-30 to be accepted. The cost is $10 per entry for WCAC members, $15 for nonmembers. Maximum of two entries. Artwork will be juried in and judged for the competition by local artist Martha Graham. Monetary prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place during the Second Friday Arts Stroll reception on Nov. 13 from 5-8 p.m. Detailed entry guidelines are available on the Arts Council website: www.worcestercountyartscouncil.org. For additional information, call 410641-0809 or e-mail curator@worcestercountyartscouncil.org.
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MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER
Members of the UMES physical therapy program volunteer during the event.
Atlantic General Hospital oncologist, Dr. Roopa Gupta, left, and Beverly Furst, chairwoman of the Ocean City run and walk.
Making the trip from Pennsylvania to Ocean City, from left, are Crystal Gauss, Stephanie Fissel and Gabriell and Sarah Enoff.
The Pop Warner Berlin Junior Pee Wee Seahawks cheer for those participating in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event.
MAKING STRIDES Close to 1,000 people participated in Ocean City’s fifth annual American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K run and walk on the Boardwalk, Sunday, Oct. 18. “I’m always amazed how our community comes together to support those that have been touched by cancer,” said Beverly Furst, chairwoman of the Ocean City run and walk. “This community is always very generous and for that, I’m grateful.” Visit makingstrideswalk.org/oceancitymd for more information or to donate. Find the Ocean City chapter on Facebook at www.facebook.com/makingstridesoc or at the Twitter handle @OCMDStrides. To see more photos, visit Ocean City Today’s Facebook page. LISA CAPITELLI/OCEAN CITY TODAY
The Crab Bag & Natty Boh Crushing Cancer team walk to show their support for friend, Laura Wheeler, who is battling cancer.
Sen. Jim Mathias joins Salisbury University Zetas for a photo as they cheer on runners and walkers.
Jack Walinskas, 14, and his mother, Lora, both won their age group divisions during the 5K run. Jack also finished second overall in the race.
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EXHIBIT WINNER Kee Lee was awarded first place in the Art League of Ocean City’s “Selfie” show. Members of the Art League of Ocean City took on the selfie craze with their exhibit of “Selfies,” a unique look at self-portraits taken by working artists.
ART RECEPTION Wayne and Ginny Outten attend the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street’s monthly opening night reception on Friday, Oct. 9, featuring the “Artists’ Exchange” and “Selfie” shows.
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INDUCTION CEREMONY Stephen Decatur High School held its ninth annual National English Honor Society Induction ceremony on Sept. 22 where 13 new members were inducted. Recently inducted, from left in back, are Frannie Wheeler, Katie Withers, Will Rothermel, Scott Devenny, Amber Lee Oertel and Kaitlyn Custer, and in front, Alex Buchheim, Elizabeth Masters, Emma Hancock, Paige McWilliam, Yi-Na Dong and Rebecca Evans. Not pictured is Rachel Thomas.
District I of the Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland recently donated $175 to the Worcester County Habitat for Humanity. Andrea Bowland, Worcester County Habitat for Humanity executive director, left, accepts the donation from Susie Middleton, 2015 director, District I Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland, Inc. District I FGCMD is comprised of 538 members in 11 Garden Clubs on the Eastern Shore. Local clubs include Worcester and Somerset Garden Clubs.
BENEFITING WOUNDED WARRIORS The Mark Fritschle Group/Condominium Realty has donated $1,500 to the Ocean City Lions’ Wounded Warriors Fund and the 10th Annual “Wounded Warriors” Golf Tournament, which took place Oct. 14 at the Ocean City Golf Club. The Fritschle Group/Condominium Realty has financially supported the fundraiser and tournament for many years. The tournament benefits U.S. wounded troops from the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. To date, the Ocean City Lions have donated more than 20,000 items of new clothing and more than $250,000 worth of gift cards to the US Army Medical Center/ Pastoral Services in Landstuhl, Germany, where wounded troops are sent for treatment before heading home. Pictured, from left, are Lion Ben Dawson, Grant Fritschle, Heather Engler and Lion John Topfer.
COMMENDED STUDENTS Worcester Prep seniors recently received notification they have been named Commended Students in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program. Pictured, in front, from left, are Erika Smith, Cassandra Stevens and Hannah Arrington, and in back, Grace Tunis, Zachary Oltman and Regan Shanahan. Commended Students placed among the top 5 percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2016 competition by taking the 2014 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT).
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Raffle to support WCAC’s annual scholarship prog.
(Oct. 23, 2015) In an effort to raise additional funds in support of the annual art scholarship program for local students, the Worcester County Arts Council is raffling off a basket filled with original artwork donated by local artists. The “Basket of Art” is on display at the Art Council Gallery located at 6 Jefferson Street in Berlin. Raffle tickets are available for purchase at $5 each or get five for $20. The winner will be drawn on June 12, during the annual membership meeting of the Arts Council. Ticket holders need not be present to win. The Arts Council thanks all artists who contributed their artwork to this fundraiser. To see the detailed list of artwork and artists who donated them, visit www.worcestercountyartscouncil.org. The Worcester County Arts Council’s scholarship program is designed to identify, recognize and encourage talented local students who demonstrate excellence in dance, music, theater, visual arts and creative writing. This year, seven talented local students have been each awarded $1,000 art scholarships from the Worcester County Arts Council in support of their artistic goals.
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Scholarship application and guidelines are available at www.worcestercountyartscouncil.org . Applications are due March 15. For more information, call the Arts Council’s office at 410-6410809.
CELEBRATING SURVIVORS Survivors gather for a photo in the inlet parking lot before Ocean City’s fifth annual American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K run and walk on the Boardwalk, Sunday, Oct. 18. "There was an excitement in the air for celebrating survivorship. The sea of pink was visible on the brisk morning," said Josette Castiglione, community manager, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer South Atlantic Division, American Cancer Society Inc.
Events focus on art’s impact as instrument for healing (Oct. 23, 2015) The Art League of Ocean City is sponsoring two upcoming events focusing on art’s impact as an instrument for healing and as an outlet for those who suffer with mental illness. The Art League is partnering with the Jesse Klump Memorial Fund and the Worcester County Health Department on these events. Certified art therapist Sharon Strouse, who was trained at Goucher College, will conduct a free hands-on Art Therapy Workshop on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 1-3 p.m. at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street. Strouse’s daughter, who was living in New York City and suffered from bipolar disorder, committed suicide soon after the Sept. 11 attacks. Strouse will explore the curative properties of the artistic experience and address how creating art can offer a path to healing after a loss. She will encourage participants to recognize and express emotions, communicate them constructively and create a collage that links feelings to images. No experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided. This is a free class, but space is limited, and reservations are necessary by calling the Arts Center. The Art League is also sponsoring a bus trip to the American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore, the nation’s leading museum for art created
Sharon Strouse, certified therapist, will offer a free art therapy workshop at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street on Oct. 31.
by untutored artists, many who have been institutionalized because of psychiatric challenges. Led by Baltimore psychiatrist Mark Komrad, the trip’s theme is “The Fine Line Between Genius and Madness.” The bus will leave the Walmart parking lot on Route 50 in Berlin at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14, and will return about 8:30 p.m. The $50 per person fee includes transportation, snacks and museum admission. Space is limited, and reservations are required. More information and reservaSee TRIP Page 71
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PROM COURT Candidates for the Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation’s Prom Night court, from left, Mike Ciorrocco, Kaitlind Meeks, Kelsey Hickey, Chris Petito, David Neith (foreground) and Chelsey Chmelik gather at Hooters in West Ocean City last Friday for a kickoff party for the February event. ZACK HOOPES/OCEAN CITY TODAY
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ART DISPLAY Barbara Doyle Schmid displays her artwork at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street, Oct. 9.
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(Oct. 23, 2015) Some 61 Worcester County students recently graduated from Salisbury University. They were among the 1,772 students who received 1,584 bachelor’s degrees, 180 master’s degrees and eight doctoral degrees during a ceremony at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center. •Berlin area residents include Shawn Aydelotte, B.A., economics; Ahmad Barhumah, M.B.A.; Laura Barker, M.Ed., curriculum and instruction; John Bodnar, M.A., conflict analysis and dispute resolution; Cameron Campbell, B.S., exercise science; Brendan Chavis, B.A., communication arts; Travis Comegys, B.A., history; Ian Fisher, B.S., interdisciplinary studies; Leigh Flounlacker, B.A., psychology; Nicole Freni, B.S., elementary education; Amanda Frey, M.S.W.; Nancy Haines, B.A.S.W., summa cum laude; Kelsey Hess, B.F.A.; Kathryn Hickey, B.S., earth science and geography; James Janis, B.S., geography; Maria Kimball, B.S., medical laboratory science; Lindsay Kline, B.S., marketing; Emily Long, B.A., English; Shelby Mackay, B.S., biology; Thomas Mathers, B.A., philosophy; Hillary Mozeik, B.A., communication arts; Phoenix Peeples, B.A., political science; Irina Rawlings, B.S., accounting; Shawn Reagin, B.A., history, summa cum laude; Alexandra Reddell, B.S., management; Andrea Smith, B.S., biology; Jessica Smith, M.Ed., curriculum and instruction; Margo Takacs, M.A., conflict analysis and dispute resolution and Tara Wyman, B.S., biology, magna cum laude. •Bishopville area residents include
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Trip to American Visionary Art Museum in Balt. planned Continued from Page 68 tions are available at 410-524-9433 and at artleagueofoceancity.org. The Art League of Ocean City is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing the visual arts to the com-
munity through education, exhibits, scholarship, programs and community art projects. Financial support comes primarily through membership dues from individuals and corporate sponsors.
Raw & Steamed Oysters, Oyster Fritters, Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Fried Chicken, Fried Chicken Livers & Gizzards, and the Beer Wagon Main Station, Bishopville Road
For more information call 410-352-5757
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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. Oct. 23 MID-ATLANTIC DISTRICT QUARTET AND CHORUS COMPETITIONS — Ocean City
convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway. Twenty quartets and 22 chorus groups battle to advance to the international competition. Quartet’s semifinals will begin at 5:27 p.m. A weekend pass is $40. Individual contests costs $25 each. Info: www.midatlanticdistrict.com.
FALL RESTAURANT WEEK — Participating
restaurants, throughout Ocean City, create special, fixed-price menus. Simply choose a participating restaurant and dine out. Info: www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
THE ART STUDIO — Pocomoke library,
301 Market St., 3:30 p.m. Learn how to draw, paint and create with professional artist Dale Rohl. For children 8 and older. Register: 410-957-0878.
PINK RIBBON GOLF CLASSIC — Ocean City Golf Club, 11401 Country Club Drive, Berlin. Registration begins at 11 a.m., lunch served at 11:30 a.m. Scramble format with a noon shotgun start. Entry fee is $100 per person or $400 per team of four and includes lunch, 18 holes of golf with cart, dinner and gift bag. Awards for all divisions. Info: Nancy Dofflemyer, 410-251-6555 or ewgnancy@aol.com. This is a Pink Ribbon Classic event. STORY TIME ‘BATH TIME’ — Ocean Pines
library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children. Info: 410208-4014.
HAUNTED LIBRARY — Ocean City library,
10003 Coastal Highway, 4-6 p.m. Tour the Haunted Library. All ages welcome. Info: 410-524-1818.
Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department, 10709 Bishopville Road, Bishopville, 6-10 p.m. Raw and steamed oysters, fried fritters, roast beef, gun raffle, 50/50 raffle. Cost is $35 in advance or $40 at the door. Call: 410-352-5757, BishopvilleVFD@gmail.com or stop by the station.
2ND ANNUAL PIG AND OYSTER ROAST —
HALLOWEEN LUAU — Seacrets, 49th
Street and de bay, 6 p.m. Endless buffet, drinks, live entertainment and auction items. Enter and vote for your favorite costume. Cost is $75. Tickets: LifeCrisisCenter.org or 410-749-0632. Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BINGO —
(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.
SAT. Oct. 24 MID-ATLANTIC DISTRICT QUARTET AND CHORUS COMPETITIONS — Ocean City
convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway. Twenty quartets and 22 chorus groups battle to advance to the international competition. Chorus contest begins at 8:57 a.m. with four-part harmony sections. The main event begins at 7 p.m., when the remaining 10 quartets compete and the winning chorus will perform. A weekend pass is $40. Individual contests costs $25 each. Info: www.midatlanticdistrict.com.
O.C.TOBERFEST - GREAT PUMPKIN RACE — Ocean City Boardwalk at North Divi-
sion Street. Registration starts at noon, races start at 1 p.m. Wacky and zany side-by-side race featuring wild and tricked-out pumpkin race cars. Prizes awarded for creativity and for race winners. Spectators welcome. Info: www.specialeventpro.com.
DRIVE IN DISGUISE AND HALLOWEEN PARADE — Ocean City Boardwalk from 27th
Street to the Inlet lot, 3 p.m. The Inlet lot will have prizes awarded, a group photo, various local organization booths set up and a DJ. Those with a vintage OC license plate are invited to ride down the Boardwalk during the annual OC Vintage License Plate Rally. Drive in Disguise allows anyone wishing to decorate their car to be invited to participate as well for a registration fee of $25. Registration forms: www.downtownassociation.net. Info: Nancy Howard, 443-235-4405 or neffiehoward@comcast.net. Apply for a vintage OC license plat at 410-289-8824 or www.oceancitymd.gov.
SHORE CRAFT BEER FEST — Sunset Park,
S. Division Street on the bay, Ocean City, 1-6 p.m. Approximately 9 breweries will be serving sample sizes of their beer. Food available for purchase and band performing on stage. Cost is $40 for VIP tickets, $25 for advanced regular tickets, $30 for regular tickets at the door and $5 for designated drivers (includes soda and water). Info: 410-2897739. Rain date is Oct. 25.
OC COIN & CURRENCY SHOW — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. U.S. and World coins and currency. Forty dealers buying and selling rare coins and cur-
rency. Admission is free. Info: www.coinchows.com or ceocoins@comcast.net.
O.C.TOBERFEST - BEACH MAZE — Ocean
City beach at N. Division Street, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free family fun. Info: www.specialeventpro.com.
FALL RESTAURANT WEEK — Participating
restaurants, throughout Ocean City, create special, fixed-price menus. Simply choose a participating restaurant and dine out. Info: www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
6TH ANNUAL LOCALS APPRECIATION WEEK — Free admission to the Ocean
City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City. Also get 10 percent off all items in the gift shop. All are welcome. Info: 410-289-4991 or www.ocmuseum.org.
AUTHOR TALK AND LUNCHEON — The
Restaurant at Lighthouse Sound, 12723 Saint Martins Neck Road, Bishopville, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Catherine Helwig will discuss her book “360 Turning My Life Around,” a memoir about loss and recovery. Cost is $15. Sponsored by Suddenly Single, a group open to all coping with the loss of a partner’s support through illness, death, separation and divorce. Reservations: Diane McGraw, mcgrawdb@mchsi.com or 410-208-2569.
HOPE AND HEALING WITH HORSES — Kindred Spirit Farm, 3191 Johnson Road, Salisbury, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. A grief support camp for children who have lost a loved one. Open to all in the four Lower Shore counties, not just Coastal Hospice families. RSVP: 443-944-5846. Meet at St. John Newman’s Church parking lot at 9 a.m., leave at 9:15 a.m. Bicycle the Wildlife Loop around Snow Goose Pond and optional side trails at Chincoteague Wildlife Refuge, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Lunch at Bill’s Seafood Restaurant. Open to the public. Sign up: Joe Jankowski, josephajankowski@yahoo.com or 410-208-3470.
OCEAN PINES BOAT CLUB BIKE RIDE —
CHIP BERTINO TOWN MEETING — Ocean
Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10 a.m. Sonny Bloxom, Worcester County Attorney, is the guest speaker. Commissioner President Jim Bunting will join Commissioner Bertino during the question and answer part of the program. Info: Bertino, 443-783-3248.
ARTS AND CRAFT FAIR — Seaside Christian Academy, 12637 A Ocean Gateway, behind White Marlin Mall, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., rain or shine. Local craft vendors, authors, artists and bake tables for humans and pets. Vendors table’s cost $25. Table reservations: Terry Davis, 410-213-7595 or 410-251-4342.
BBQ CHICKEN — St. Paul United Methodist Church, 405 Flower Street, Berlin, 11 a.m. Cost is $8 for a half BBQ
chicken and roll. Sponsored by the Men’s Ministry. Info: Patrick Henry, 443-880-4746.
HAUNTED 5K FUN RUN — Veterans Memorial Park in Ocean Pines, 5 p.m. Participants are encouraged to wear costumes and win prizes. Entry fee is $30. Info: Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department, 410-641-7052. Worcester County Humane Society, 12330 Eagles Nest Road, Berlin, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Children’s activities, bake sale, demos starting at 11 a.m. by K-9 Heeling and Worcester County K-9 Unit demonstration at 2 p.m. Lunch available for a $5 donation. “Celebrate Me Home” encourages adopted animals to come back for a visit. Blessing of the Animals at 1 p.m. Offering $25 cat adoptions during the open house. Info: 41-213-0146 or www.worcestercountyhumanesociety.org.
HUMANE SOCIETY OPEN HOUSE —
SUN. Oct. 25
HALLOWEEN SPOOK-OUT PARTY — Northside Park, 200 125th St. in Ocean City, 13 p.m. Costume contests, carnival games, face painting, halloween-inspired arts and crafts, hayrides, snacks, refreshments and more. Parents encouraged to dress up too. Admission is a single wrapped bag of candy per child. Info: OC Recreation & Parks, 410-250-0125. OC COIN & CURRENCY SHOW — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. U.S. and World coins and currency. Forty dealers buying and selling rare coins and currency. Admission is free. Info: www.coinchows.com or ceocoins@comcast.net. O.C.TOBERFEST - BEACH MAZE — Ocean
City beach at N. Division Street, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free family fun. Info: www.specialeventpro.com.
FALL RESTAURANT WEEK — Participating
restaurants, throughout Ocean City, create special, fixed-price menus. Simply choose a participating restaurant and dine out. Info: www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
6TH ANNUAL LOCALS APPRECIATION WEEK — Free admission to the Ocean
City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City. Also get 10 percent off all items in the gift shop. All are welcome. Info: 410-289-4991 or www.ocmuseum.org.
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.
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CALENDAR 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.
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.
ZOMBIE 5K/1 MILE WALK — John Walter Smith Park, 6030 Public Landing Road, Snow Hill. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., race sarts at 8:30 a.m. Open to all ages. The 5K registration fee is $25 per person or $90 for families of four. The walk registration fee is $20 per person or $70 for families of four. All participants will receive a T-shirt. Additional $5 charge to register the day of the event. Halloween costumes encouraged. Info: Lea Cataggio, 410-632-2144, Ext. 109, lcataggio@co.worcester.md.us or www.WorcesterRecandParks.org.
MON. Oct. 26 6TH ANNUAL LOCALS APPRECIATION WEEK — Free admission to the Ocean
City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City. Also get 10 percent off all items in the gift shop. All are welcome. Info: 410-289-4991 or www.ocmuseum.org.
LAP TIME — Ocean Pines library, 11107
Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. Children will be introduced to songs, games and finger plays. For children under 2 years old. Info: 410-208-4014.
WRITING FOR WELLNESS — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 1:30-3 p.m. Group uses exercises to stimulate the process of creative expression to boost health and psychological well-being. No prior writing experience needed. Info: Don Winslow, 410-208-6613.
COSMIC ZUMBATHON — Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 5:30-7:15 p.m. Zumba with black lights and pink glow sticks. Music by DJ Jeremy. Cost is a $10 donation to Making Strides for Breast Cancer. Info: WOC Fitness, 410-251-2459. Berlin group No. 169, Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 5-6:30 p.m. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Info: Edna Berkey, 410-251-2083.
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING —
TUES. Oct. 27 6TH ANNUAL LOCALS APPRECIATION WEEK — Free admission to the Ocean
City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City. Also get 10
percent off all items in the gift shop. All are welcome. Info: 410-289-4991 or www.ocmuseum.org.
YOUNG AND RESTLESS ‘APPLES AND PUMPKINS’ — Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., 10:30 a.m. Science, art and fun with fall fruit. Dress to get messy. For 3 to 7 year old children. Info: 410-641-0650.
CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN — Pocomoke li-
brary, 301 Market St., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Drop in the library for some Halloween fun including games and crafts. Info: 410-957-0878.
TAI CHI — Ocean Pines library, 11107
Cathell Road, 4 p.m. Learn the ancient art of Tai Chi with instructor Kim Reed. Register: 410-208-4014.
HEALTHY LIVING WITH DIABETES WORKSHOP — Snow Hill Senior Center, 4767
Snow Hill Road, 9:30 a.m. to noon. Free, six-week workshop designed to help those affected by diabetes better manage their disease. Pre-registration required: Dawn, 410-641-9268.
FLU SHOT CLINIC — Brandywine Senior
Living at Fenwick Island, 21111 Arrington Drive, Selbyville, Del. Must be at least 13 years old to receive the vaccine at the clinic. Community members can also receive flu shots at Townsend Medical Center, 10th Street, Ocean City, no appointment necessary. To avoid long lines, however, community members are encouraged to contact their doctor’s office to receive their vaccine. Most insurances cover at 100 percent. Info: Atlantic General Hospital, 410-6419FLU (9358).
LEARN ALL ABOUT LABYRINTHS — Family Life Center, Community Church at Ocean Pines, 11227 Racetrack Road, 9:30 a.m. Info: 410-641-5433.
ATLANTIC COAST CHAPTER OF THE MARYLAND SALTWATER SPORTFISHING ASSOCIATION MEETING — Lion’s Club, 12534 Airport Road, West Ocean City, 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Open to the public.
WED. Oct. 28 6TH ANNUAL LOCALS APPRECIATION WEEK — Free admission to the Ocean
City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City. Also get 10 percent off all items in the gift shop. All are welcome. Info: 410-289-4991 or www.ocmuseum.org.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SIMPLE SUPPER — Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway
(behind St. Luke’s Church), Ocean City, last Wednesday of each month, 5-7 p.m. Cost is $5. Cash bar. Info: 410-5247994.
STORY TIME — Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children. Info: 410-524-1818.
CANCER THRIVING AND SURVIVING WORKSHOP — Selbyville library, 11 S. Main St.,
Selbyville, Del., 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
For those in treatment for cancer, individuals in recovery and caregivers to attend together. The workshop is free and meets once a week, Sept. 23-Oct. 28. Register: Gail Mansell, 410-641-9725 or gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org.
HEALTHY LIVING WITH DIABETES WORKSHOP — Ocean City Senior Center, 104
41st Street, 9:30 a.m. to noon. Free, sixweek workshop that teaches self-management skills for those with Diabetes (or caring for someone with Diabetes). Pre-registration required: Dawn, 410641-9268.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP — At-
lantic 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. Ocean Pines Golf & Country Club, 100 Clubhouse Drive. “Captain’s Choice Scramble” will begin with shotgun start at noon. Entrance fee is $85 and includes green’s frees with cart, range balls, grab-and-go lunch and dinner buffet with awards ceremony and silent auction. Proceeds benefit the Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation’s educational outreach program. Register: www.opvets.org. Info: Marie Gilmore, OPMarie@aol.com or 410-208-6612.
9TH ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT —
THURS. Oct. 29
FIRESIDE CHAT — Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., 3 p.m. Explore new authors and genres in this lively chat about favorite reads. Info: 410-641-0650. 6TH ANNUAL LOCALS APPRECIATION WEEK — Free admission to the Ocean
City Life-Saving Station Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City. Also get 10 percent off all items in the gift shop. All are welcome. Info: 410-289-4991 or www.ocmuseum.org.
STORY TIME ‘CATS’ — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children. Info: 410-208-4014. STORY TIME ‘PIG STORIES’ — Snow Hill li-
brary, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children. Info: 410-632-3495.
CAROZZO CONSTITUENT HOUR — Newark Fire Department, 8338 Newark Road, 79 p.m. Delegate Mary Beth Carozza will hold a constituent listening hour.
ONGOING EVENTS ‘PAMPER YOURSELF FOR CHARITY’ RAFFLE — Tickets on sale throughout Octo-
ber at A Perfect Face Day Spa, 12638 Ocean Gateway #6, West ocean City. Raffle package includes restaurant and retail store gift certificates, spa products, hotel stay, clothing and accessories, wine and more. See full list at www.aperfectface.com/cancer-support.
Tickets cost $5 each or get six for $25. Info: 410-213-9883. Drawing is Nov. 9 at the spa. This is a Pink Ribbon Classic event.
FALL BUS TRIPS — Tours of NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility take place on 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: 410-641-7052. Info: www.OceanPines.org. Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., during October. Schedule an individual tutorial: 410-641-0650.
ONE-ON-ONE E-READER INSPIRATION —
WSW SUPPORT GROUP — OC Office, 12216 Ocean Gateway, Unit 1500, West Ocean City, 1 p.m., third Wednesday of each month. Info: Mary Henderson, 410-213-1177. FRIDAY NIGHT SERVICES — Temple Bat
Yam, 11036 Worcester Highway, Berlin, every Friday, 7:30 p.m. A reform Jewish Synagogue. Info: 410-641-4311.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT & ADVOCACY GROUP — St. Peter’s Lutheran Church,
10301 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, noon to 1:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Fridays of every month. Info: 410-524-7474.
WORCESTER COUNTY PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP — Ocean Pines library,
11107 Cathell Road, second Tuesday of each month, 2:30 p.m. Speakers, exercise, discussions and more. Info: 410208-3132.
STAR CHARITIES MEETING — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10 a.m., on the first Friday of each month. Meeting of volunteers. Info: Anna Foultz, 410641-7667. Pine’eer Craft and Gift Shop, White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines. Shop will be open every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and every Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring the latest creations by members of the Pine’eer Craft Club.
PINE’EER CRAFT AND GIFT SHOP OPEN —
AARP — Ocean City AARP 1917 meets the second Thursday of each month (except July and August) at the Ocean City Senior Center, 104 41st St., Ocean City. Social begins at 9:30 a.m., meeting at 10 a.m. Info: aarp1917.org.
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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 / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Barn 34 is a unique and rustic setting with two distinctly different levels. Award winning breakfast at 7 a.m., great lunches from 1-5 p.m. and dinner at 5 p.m. Featuring fresh fish, hand cut steaks, crab cakes and awesome fish tacos. Daily specials. Happy hour is 4-7 p.m. ■ BILLY’S SUB SHOP, 120th Street, Food Lion Shopping Center, 410-723-2500; 140th Street, Ocean City, 410250-1778; Route 54, Fenwick Shoals, Fenwick Island, Del., 302-436-5661 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Dine in, carry out. Fast delivery. Open 7 days 11 a.m. – 3 a.m. Ocean City’s most famous sub and pizza shop since 1959. An OC tradition where a sandwich is a meal, serving fresh dough pizza, subs, burgers, cones, shakes and sundaes with beach delivery available. ■ BJ’S ON THE WATER, 75th Street, Ocean City 410-5247575 / www.bjsonthewater. com / $-$$ / 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 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Japanese and Chinese restaurant and sushi bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Dine in, take out and delivery available. ■ BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH, 116th Street & Coastal Hwy., (Behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium), Ocean City 443-664-2896 / www.bourbonstreetonthebeach. com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations recommended for large parties / Children’s menu/ Full bar / Serving Lunch & Dinner. Eastern Shore fare with a New Orleans Flare. Seafood, Steaks & Pasta dishes—Specializing in Jambalaya, Creole, & Gumbo. Home of the Ragin’ Cajun Bloody Mary. Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. Weekly entertainment. Like us on Facebook. ■ BUDDY’S CRABS & RIBS, Wicomico Street and the Bay, (formerly Bahama Mama’s), Ocean City 410-289-0500 / www.buddysoc / $$ / 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 Wednesday through Sunday. Lunch and dinner specials. Carry out food/beer/wine available. ■ 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. ■ COINS, 28th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524 3100 / www.coinspub.com / $-$$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar/ Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. Our restaurant offers a casual dining atmosphere for families. Best crab cakes in town, handcut steaks, fresh seafood. Everything home-made. Happy hour 3-6 p.m., 7 days a week and early bird 4-6 p.m., daily specials. ■ DOUGH ROLLER, South Division Street & Boardwalk, 410-289-3501; 3rd Street & Boardwalk, 410-289-2599; 41st Street & Coastal Hwy, 410-524-9254; 70th Street & Coastal Hwy, 410-524-7981 / www.DoughRollerRestaurants.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Ocean City’s favorite family restaurant for 35 years. Great kid’s menu. Dayton’s Boardwalk Famous Fried Chicken and Seafood now served — fresh breaded and cooked to order. Available at South Division, 41st and 70th St locations. ■ DUFFYS, 130th St., in Montego Bay Shopping Ctr. & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250 1449 / www.duffysoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations
required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining, indoor or outdoor seating. Irish fare and American cuisine. Something for everyone. Our menu features appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks and seafood. Second Season & Daily Dinner Specials. Open 7 Days: Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m., serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Dine In, Carry Out. Happy Hour, daily, noon to 6 pm. ■ 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/ $-$$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Open Thursday-Tuesday, 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Everybody loves breakfast and that is what we are about. House Specialty and The Original House of Creamed Chipped Beef, we make it from scratch and it’s our own recipe! We have it all from juice, cereal, waffles, eggs, corned beef, hash browns, pancakes, bacon, sausage and more. General’s Kitchen #1 Breakfast place in OC. ■ GROTTO PIZZA, 14th Street on the boardwalk, Ocean City 443-664-2617 / $-$$ / 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 2 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,
OCTOBER 23, 2015
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global flair. Fresh seafood year-round, fresh local produce. ■ KY WEST BAR & RESTAURANT, 5401 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 443-664-2836 / www.kywestoceancity.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Ky West is becoming the local's fine dining and casual fare destination. Ocean City's best veal chop, the freshest seafood and great pasta dishes. Our experienced chefs deliver the finest in cuisine nightly. Ky West has a fine dining side, as well as a beautiful bar best described as New York funky chic. Whether you chill out on our sofas, hang in the bar, or grab a table, Ky West will provide excellent food & drink for a great dining adventure. ■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ, 67th Street Town Center, Ocean City 443 664 5639 / www.longboardcafe.net / $$ / 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. ■ MARINA DECK, 306 Dorchester St., Ocean City 410289-4411 / www.marinadeckrestaurant.com / $-$$ / V-MCAE-DIS / Reservations accepted for large parties / Children’s menu / Full bar / Ocean City, Maryland's #1 Seafood restaurant! Check out our delicious AYCE Menu: Steamed Shrimp, BBQ Ribs, and Blue Crabs & Crab Legs. Relax and enjoy your dinner while the kids play in our brand new multi-level kid’s area! Join us for lunch & dinner in our dining room or on our open air, roof top deck or at the Wild Pony Bar for our signature cocktails and breathtaking Assateague Island view! ■ MIONE’S PIZZA & ITAILIAN RESTURANT, Route 50 (Tanger Outlets), West Ocean City 410-213-2231 / www.mionesoc.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Beer, wine / Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. 67th Street (Town Center), Ocean City 443-664-6635 / Beer, wine / Open Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. Come and enjoy family New York style pizza, subs and pasta. Daily lunch and dinner specials. Eat in or carry out. ■ OC WASABI, 33rd Street Plaza, Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524-7337 / www.ocwasabi.com / $$ / V-MC-AEDIS / No reservations required / Full bar / OC’s freshest, steamed sushi and sashimi and Japanese cuisine. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 4-11 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 410524-1109 / www.ropewalkoc.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full Bar / OC’s newest spot to watch the sunsets. Indoor dining and bar, deck dining and tiki bar. Serving lunch and dinner in relaxed casual atmosphere. Happy hour specials all day and all night every day available at tables and bar . Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. ■ ROPEWALK - A FENWICK ISLAND OYSTER HOUSE, 700 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-581-0153 / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted except 6-9 p.m. / Children’s menu / Full Bar / Family friendly dining with a rotating oyster list and seafood creations paired with our fresh fruit crushes and extensive craft beer menu. Takeout available except between 6-9 p.m. Open Thursday, 4 p.m., serving dinner and Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m., serving lunch and dinner. ■ 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 / $$ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full Bar / Family friendly. Open for lunch and dinner, 11 a.m.; Sunday brunch, 10:30 a.m. Locally sourced, freshly prepared. Award-winning brick oven pizza, steaks, seafood, chicken and veal selections. Daily lunch, happy hour and dinner specials. ■ SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE, 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762 / www.skyebaroc.com / $$-$$$ / V-MAE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Enjoy lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare in the Skye, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Amazing views of Ocean City, the ocean and bay with spectacular sunsets overlooking Sunset Island. Celebrate happy hour 7 days a week, 3-6 p.m. with great food and drink specials Live entertainment Fridays and Saturdays, 4-8 p.m. with additional days in season. ■ SOPRANOS, 100 S. Baltimore Ave., Ocean City 410289-7492 / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Our restaurant offers authentic Italian food featuring subs, sandwiches, burgers and pizza at family friendly prices. Eat in, carry out and free delivery available. Call for hours. ■ THE COTTAGE CAFE, Route 1 (across from Sea Colony), Bethany Beach, Del. 302-539-8710 / www.cottagecafe.com / $, $$ / 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 / $$ / V-MC-AE/ No reservations required / Full bar/ OC’s largest seafood, allyou-can-eat buffet featuring soups, raw sushi and sashimi, steamed and baked seafood along with classic Chinese entrees and many classic desserts and fruits. Friday through Sunday buffet features hot steamed snow crab legs. Open 7 days a week, 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. ■ TONY LUKES, 33rd Street, Ocean City 410-524 0500 / www.tonylukes.com / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Open 7 days a week, 8 a.m. to 3 a.m. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our restaurant offers authentic cheesesteaks, roast pork and chicken cutlet sandwiches, burgers, salads and desserts at family friendly prices. Eat in and carry out. ■ VICTORIAN ROOM RESTAURANT, Dunes Manor Hotel, OCEANFRONT at 28th and Baltimore Ave, Ocean City 410289-1100 / www.dunesmanor.com / $$ - $$$ / 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 and fabulous authentic Italian 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. Call for hours.
OCTOBER 23, 2015
75 Classifieds now appear in Ocean City Today & the Bayside Gazette each week and online at oceancitytoday.net and baysideoc.com.
HELP WANTED
Now Hiring Amusement Rides Mechanic Full-time, year-round. Call 410-289-8051 or email joboffer2013@yahoo.com.
Drivers: CO & O/Op’s: Teams. Earn great money Running Dedicated! Great Hometime and Benefits. Monthly Bonuses. Drive Newer Equipment! 855-4939921
HELP WANTED
Reliable Agent for Summer 2016 Season. “The Colliders,” Rockville, MD seek representation on the coast next season. Contact fburke111@gmail.com
TC Diner in West Ocean City has an opening for a PartTime Server. If interested, call 631-949-3342.
REPORTER
Ocean City Today newspaper group is looking for a Government Reporter to help with expanding coverage. Previous experience preferred. Competitive Salary, 80/20 Health Plans, 401K. To apply please send resume to: sdobson@oceancitytoday.net No phone calls please.
Senior Level CPA or Enrolled Agent
with 3+ years of tax experience wanted for Ocean City, MD office of diverse, regional CPA firm. Exceptional work environment that is unique among CPA firms: - above-market compensation & benefits - unique niche services- EBP audits, business valuation, forensic & fraud services, litigation support - strong focus on client service and development - electronic processes with secure remote access Experience how rewarding your career can be come grow with Faw Casson! Send resumes to ctvent@fawcasson.com
Come Join Our Winning Team!
Now accepting applications for the following positions!
Banquet Service Staff Room Attendants PM Housepersons
Looking for experienced personnel with customer service skills. Must be flexible with hours. Email resume to jobs@carouselhotel.com or stop by and complete an application at the Front Desk. We require satisfactory pre-employment drug testing and background check. Carousel Resort Hotel & Condominiums 11700 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 EOE
---Work At The BEACH... Work With The BEST!!
Top wages, excellent benefits package and free employee meal available to successful candidates.
Employment Opportunities:
Year Round, Full/Part Time: Maintenance, Server, Hostess (PT), Housekeeping Housestaff, Bartender, Room Attendant (van will pick up in Salisbury)
Free Employee Meal and Great Benefits. Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel Attn: Human Resources Dept. 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Phone: 410-524-3535 Fax: 410-723-9109 EOE M/F/D/V
HELP WANTED
Exp. Pizza Maker, Line Cook & Delivery Drivers Year round positions in West Ocean City. Apply in person at Lombardi’s or call 410-2130996 for an appointment. Experienced Bus Boys, Host/Hostess, Line Cooks and Dishwashers for year round positions. Competitive pay, overtime available. Apply in person at Harpoon Hanna’s restaurant in Fenwick Island, DE.
Customer Service Position Must have experience in customer service, punch out and trim. Valid driver’s license and transportation are required. Apply in person Beachwood Inc., 11632 Worcester Hwy., Showell, MD 21862
The Princess Royale Hotel & Conference Center Located at 91st St. Oceanfront, Ocean City, MD
Year Round • Housekeepers • Hskp. Floor Supervisor • General Maintenance • HVAC Certified Tech • Security Guard • Line Cook • Banquet Houseman • Servers • Banquet Servers • Dishwashers • YR Bellman
Apply online at www.princessroyale.com or fax to 410-524-7787 or email to employment@princessroyale.com
HELP WANTED
Century Taxi - Now hiring day & night Taxi & Shuttle Van Drivers. Call 302-569-4959.
Sea Watch Condominium is seeking a dependable conscientious individual for our inhouse “Unit Services” department. Applicant should have experience in plumbing, light electrical, painting and drywall. Finish carpentry a plus. This is a full-time position with benefits. Resume required. Call 410-524-4003 or apply in person at 11500 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD.
NOW HIRING!!
Production Crew with Dunkin’ Donuts Overnight Position Health, Sick, Vacation & 401K. Starting at $10 per hour. Please apply online at: www.delmarvadd.com
Applications or Resumes will not be accepted thru email or fax.
MODEL CASTInG
for South Moon Under
Female applicants must be 5'8" or taller and fit a size 2 dress and size 25 jean. Male applicants must be 6' or taller and fit a size 32"-34" pant.
All applicants must be of legal working age. Work permits required for anyone under the age of 18. Email your name, contact info, age, height and sizes with a head shot and full length shot to: models@southmoonunder.com. We will contact you if you fit the criteria.
Thank you for your interest.
SELL REAL ESTATE AT THE BEACH Interested in a career in Real Estate?
Coldwell Banker School of Real Estate is offering Licensing Classes Now SPACE IS LIMITED
Contact Kelley Bjorkland at 443-424-8329 or kelley.bjorkland@cbmove.com or visit www.CBRBSchool.com Nothing in this document is intended to create an employment relationship. Any affiliation by you with the Company is intended to be that of an independent contractor agent. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC
HELP WANTED
**HVAC TECH WANTED** *******TOP PAY******* *FOR THE RIGHT PERSON* Reputable HVAC company is looking for Professional Service Technicians to serve the Delmarva area. 401K, Health Benefits, Bonuses and Plenty of Overtime if you want it. Clean Criminal Record & Drivers License are required. Drug Free Environment. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY Call 443-497-1953
FLOOR COVERInG ACCOUnT MAnAGER
Busy floor covering store seeks self-motivated, reliable, professional individual to manage new customer accounts & perform outside marketing/networking in order to establish additional accounts. Complete knowledge & experience with accurate measuring, estimating, & contracting of all aspects of floor coverings is required. For more information contact Mike at Mike’s Carpet Connection 302-537-1899 or email your resume to mike@mikescarpetconnection.com
HELP WANTED
Hiring For Year Round
Exp. Line Cook & Servers
Call 302-436-4716 or online www.smittymcgees.com
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Work F/T or P/T, set your own hours, and make up to 50% commission. To become a Representative or to order product email snowhillavon@ comcast.net Like me on Facebook & for more beauty tips go to christinesbeautyshop
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Police Officer Vacancy Ocean Pines Police Department
The Ocean Pines Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer on its year round force. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, be a U.S. citizen, possess a high school diploma or GED, and have vision correctable to 20/20. Applicants must also have a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record and have no felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions involving perjury, false statement, moral turpitude or domestic violence. A postoffer physical exam and drug test shall be required. Starting salary is $37,586 for non-certified applicants, but shall be adjusted for applicants who are currently certified as police officers in the State of Maryland. There is an excellent fringe benefit package, including night differential pay, health insurance, 401K retirement plan, plus personal and sick leave. The application deadline for this position is November 4, 2015. To obtain an application or additional information concerning this position, contact the Ocean Pines Police Department at 410-641-7747 or request an application from their website at www.oceanpines.org. Applications may also be picked up in person at the Ocean Pines Police Department located 239 Ocean Parkway in Ocean Pines, Maryland 21811. Please send all applications to dmassey@oceanpines.org.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY
Own a Business at the Beach
A well established, profitable, and growing 25 year home based integrated direct mail, online and mobile marketing company. The Company is well known in the industry and local communities, with the bulk of the business coming from many repeat and loyal clients, and new business coming as a result of the reputation for quality and timely work. The business has evolved into a successful turnkey operation that is up and running, allowing new ownership the ability to hit the ground with an already profitable and growing business. Must provide various income and personal history for consideration as well as confidentiality agreement. Forward request for further discussion to recruitingmsm@gmail.com
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RENTALS
Winter Rental - OC Maryland. 2BR/2BA Bayfront 39th St. $650/mo. + util. & sec. dep. Top floor, available now. No smoking/pets. 703-9698485 YR, Oceanside, Mid-Town, 4BR/1BA Apt. - Ocean view, plenty of parking. Great location! $1250/mo. + utils. 1 mo. sec. deposit req’d. 443-8802486 YR, NOC, 145th St., Bayside. 4BR/1BA - Ground level, plenty of parking. $1250/mo. + utils. 1 mo sec. deposit req’d. 443-8802486
YR, Large 5BR/4BA Apt. Off 104th St., $1800/mo. + utils. 1 mo. sec. deposit req’d. Sleeps 12. Walking distance to stores and mall. 443-8802486
Winter Rental - Oceanside, 52nd St., 1 Large BR, 2 Full Baths. 11/1/15 thru 4/1/16. W/D, DW. No smoking/pets. $650/mo. + utils. & sec. dep. Cable included. Call 443995-5133. Winter, Weekly Rental 1BR/1BA, Mid-Town OC Condo. Nice, great location with ocean/bay view. W/D, DW. $200/wk. + sec. dep. Call 267-254-0111.
WR - $550/mo. + Utils. Beautiful, Ocean Side, 1BR, remodel. W/D, DW. No smoking/pets. Security deposit req’d. For pics call 443303-7853. WINTER WEEKLY RENTALS Pool Front Rooms $170. Efficiencies $190. 2BR Apartments $275. Burgundy Inn 1210 Philadelphia Ave. 410-289-8581
WEEK-TO-WEEK WINTER RENTAL
$175 for whole apartment or rent 1/2 of it for 90 a week and share. All Util included. Blue Turtle Apts 57th St. 2BR/1BA, fully furn, kitch, lvg rm, $175 sec dep. Quiet required 24/7. No smoking inside. No pets. Juneweek.com
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APARTMENTS FOR RENT *2BR, WOC, YR $1000/mo. *1BR, YR, Berlin $1000/mo. *1BR YR, Berlin $800/mo. *3BR House, YR, Bay Street $800/mo. *2BR, WR, Downtown OC $600-800/mo. For more information 443-614-4007
RENTALS
YR Rental - 1BR/1BA, Cavalier Condos on Talbot St. Close to everything! $750/mo. + utils. Refs. req’d. 410-340-0008
Winter Rental - Seagate, 30th Street. Beautiful, ocean front, 1BR. Fully furnished, W/D. $1200/mo. all utils/cable included. 410-973-1028 YR 1 & 3/BR Rentals - Starting @ $600/mo. + utils No smoking/pets. Call Condo Realty Inc. 410-723-0988.
Winter Rental - 1BR/1BA On Canal, 123rd St. - W/D, DW, cable/water included. $550/ mo. + electric. No smoking/ pets. Avail Nov. 1st. 410-371-7778 YR, 3BR, 1.3 Bathroom House on Canal, Keyser Point Road. New W/D. No smoking/pets. Credit check & refs. req’d. $1200/mo. + electric. 240-682-0684 2BR/1BA on Bayshore Drive, sleeps 6. $500/mo. + utils. Available 10/1. Call Holtz Property Management 410208-4800. WR, 2BR/2BA Furnished Apt. Rent includes gas, water, WiFi, cable TV $650/mo. + electric. Limited to 2 people. No smoking/pets. 410-289-6626 OC Winter Rental - 1 Bedroom Efficiency Apt., 47th St., fully furnished. $750/mo. Utilities and cable included. 443506-2738
RAMBLER MOTEL 9942 Elm Street, WOC (Behind Starbucks) Sleeps 4, $200 per week Manager onsite 410-213-1764
Yearly & Seasonal Rentals We Welcome Pets 7700 Coastal Hwy 410-289-8888 www.holidayoc.com
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RENTALS
YR, 2BR Condo, 142nd St. Available now! $995/mo. + utils. Winter Rental - 3BR Townhouse on 28th Street. Available Nov. 1st. $700/mo. + utils. Call John 410-7268948. WON’T LAST LONG! YR, 3BR/3BA Home in OP Large eat-in kitchen, DR, full basement w/FP. Beautifully furn. Corner lot w/patio & deck. $1700/mo. Call Holtz Property Management 410208-4800.
Winter Rental - 4BR/2.5BA Fully furnished townhouse overlooking Bay, lower OC. W/D, under cover Parking. Pets allowed. $850/mo. + util. Beautiful sunsets Must see! 301-674-3078 2BR/1.5BA Mobile in Bishopville - Occupancy - 2 Person Only. No smoking/pets. $1000/mo. INCLUDES HEAT/ AIR. Call Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.
ROOMMATES ROOMMATES
North OC Near 118th St. Master BR w/private bath & deck overlooking canal. Utilities incl. Call for details. 410603-5110 Mature Person between the ages of 40-65 to share mobile home in WOC. Private room and bath. Roommate has an elderly dog & 2 kittens. Smoking is permitted outside. $500/mo. + utils. Email elenicrierie@comcast.net. Background check & refs. required.
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Bishopville Waterfront Lot Bulkheaded, Ready to Build, Navigable Water. $220,000. Call Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.
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Offering required classes to become a Real Estate Agent. Convenient Ocean City location. Classes Starting Soon!
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PUBLIC NOTICES 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 10105 WAR ADMIRAL LA. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Maureen T. Terry, dated August 30, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4774, folio 239 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 NOVEMBER 6, 2015 AT 2:15 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 #10-393108 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 $56,000 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 54029. 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-10/22/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842
TRUSTEE'S SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE WAVES 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-15-1255 the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at The Waves Condominium building located at 13500 Coastal Highway, Oceanside, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2015 AT 9:00 A.M. Units
Time Intervals
306 206 302 302 201 204 401 302
22 21 38 25 46 6 37 36
Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of The Waves Condominium as established pursuant to a Time Share Instrument recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Mary-
land, and subsequent Amendments thereto, 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 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-10/22/3t _________________________________ Law Offices of Jeffrey Nadel 4041 Powder Mill Road, Suite 415 Calverton, Maryland 20705 240-473-5000
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY 712 Hurricane Road North Ocean City, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Carolyn B. Kniceley, dated July 23, 2007, and recorded in Liber 4975, Folio 202 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Substitute Trustee will sell at public auction at Circuit Court for Worcester County, Courthouse Door for Worcester County, Snow Hill, MD on November 3, 2015 at 11:00 AM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND KNOWN AS Lot 14, Block 30, Caine Woods, Section 2-A, situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust, carrying Tax ID No. 10-187028. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, agreements, easements, covenants and rights of way of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $27,000.00 will be required at the time of sale in the form of cash, certified check, or other form as the Substitute Trustees determine acceptable. No deposit shall be required of the noteholder where the noteholder bids in the property at
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, time being of the essence for purchaser. In the event that settlement does not occur within the said ten days, the purchaser shall be in default. Upon such default the Trustees may file a Motion and Order to Resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, and purchaser(s) hereby consent to entry of such resale order without further notice, in which case the deposit shall be forfeited and 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 readvertise and resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser; or, without reselling the property, the Trustees may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser. 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. Interest to be paid on the purchase money less the stated deposit called for herein, at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of auction to the date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustee. There shall be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason, including but not limited to exceptions to sale, bankruptcy filings by interested parties, Court administration of the foreclosure or unknown title defects. All taxes, ground rent, water rent, condominium fees and/or homeowner association dues, all public charges/assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, if applicable, are to be adjusted to the date of auction and thereafter are to be assumed by the purchaser. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, agricultural transfer tax, if any 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 damage to the property from the date of auction forward. If the Substitute Trustee does not convey title for any reason, including but not limited to the Secured Party executing a forbearance agreement with the borrower(s) described in the above-mentioned Deed of Trust, or allowing the borrower(s) to execute their right to reinstate or payoff the subject loan, prior to the sale, with or without the Substitute Trustee’s prior knowledge, or if the sale is not ratified for any reason including errors made by the Substitute Trustees, the foreclosure sale shall be null and void and of no effect, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy in law or in equity shall be the return of the deposit without interest. Further terms and particulars may be announced at time of sale, and pur-
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PUBLIC NOTICES chaser may be required to execute a Memorandum of Sale at the time of auction. (Matter #19658) Jeffrey Nadel, Scott Nadel, Daniel Menchel and John-Paul Douglas, Substitute Trustees MDC Auctioneers 606 Baltimore Avenue, Suite 206, Towson, Maryland 21204 410-825-2900 OCD-10/15/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 723 LAUREL AVE. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Joann Campbell, dated October 18, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4809, folio 452 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 NOVEMBER 2, 2015 AT 3:10 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 $55,000 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 re-
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ceived 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 #14-602001) This property will be sold subject to a 120 day right of redemption by the Internal Revenue Service. Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-10/15/3t _________________________________ Law Offices of Jeffrey Nadel 4041 Powder Mill Road, Suite 415 Calverton, Maryland 20705 240-473-5000
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY 9818 ELM STREET OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Blanche Bell Hudson, dated January 19, 2009, and recorded in Liber 5193, Folio 679 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Substitute Trustee will sell at public auction at Circuit Court for Worcester County, Courthouse Door for Worcester County, Snow Hill, MD on October 27, 2015 at 11:00 AM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND KNOWN AS metes and
bounds, situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust, carrying Tax ID No. 10015294. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $23,000.00 will be required at the time of sale in the form of cash, certified check, or other form as the Substitute Trustees determine acceptable. No deposit shall be required of the noteholder where the noteholder bids in the property at 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, time being of the essence for purchaser. In the event that settlement does not occur within the said ten days, the purchaser shall be in default. Upon such default the Trustees may file a Motion and Order to Resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, and purchaser(s) hereby consent to entry of such resale order without further notice, in which case the deposit shall be forfeited and 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 readvertise and resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser; or, without reselling the property, the Trustees may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser. 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. Interest to be paid on the purchase money less the stated deposit called for herein, at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of auction to the date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustee. There shall be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason, including but not limited to exceptions to sale, bankruptcy filings by interested parties, Court administration of the foreclosure or unknown title defects. All taxes, ground rent, water rent, condominium fees and/or homeowner association dues, all public charges/assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, if applicable, are to be adjusted to the date of auction and thereafter are to be assumed by the purchaser. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, agricultural transfer tax, if any 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 damage to the property from the date of auction forward. If the Substitute Trustee does not convey title for any reason, including but not limited to the Secured Party executing a forbearance agreement with the borrower(s) described in the above-mentioned Deed of Trust, or allowing the borrower(s) to execute
their right to reinstate or payoff the subject loan, prior to the sale, with or without the Substitute Trustee’s prior knowledge, or if the sale is not ratified for any reason including errors made by the Substitute Trustees, the foreclosure sale shall be null and void and of no effect, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy in law or in equity shall be the return of the deposit without interest. Further terms and particulars may be announced at time of sale, and purchaser may be required to execute a Memorandum of Sale at the time of auction. (Matter #19870) Jeffrey Nadel, Scott Nadel, Daniel Menchel and John-Paul Douglas, Substitute Trustees MDC Auctioneers 606 Baltimore Avenue, Suite 206, Towson, Maryland 21204 410-825-2900 OCD-10/8/3t _________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 15 CASTLE DRIVE BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Russell P. Luzier, dated November 29, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4622, Folio 639 among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, with an original principal balance of $342,450.00, and an original interest rate of 3.000%, 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 NOVEMBER 3, 2015 AT 3:30 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 $34,000.00 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 auc-
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PUBLIC NOTICES tion 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, David W. Simpson, Jr., and Christopher Peck, Substitute Trustees Mid-Atlantic Auctioneers, LLC
(410) 825-2900 www.mid-atlanticauctioneers.com OCD-10/15/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 10989 GRIFFIN RD. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Kimberly Smith a/k/a Kimberly Decker and Kevin Decker, dated April 9, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4908, folio 613 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 NOVEMBER 2, 2015 AT 3:11 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 $79,000 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 6.875% 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. Condo-
minium 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 #2012-29956) The property will be sold subject to a 120 day right of redemption by the Internal Revenue Service. Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-10/15/3t _________________________________ 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 204 33RD ST., UNIT #204-B I/R/T/A 204 33RD ST., UNIT #020402 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated August 15, 2007 and recorded in Liber 5000, Folio 653 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $160,000.00 and an original interest rate of 6.7810% 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 NOVEMBER 3, 2015 AT 3:33 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Unit 204 in Jamaica Bay Condominium (Phase Two) 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 $17,000 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-10/15/3t _________________________________
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PUBLIC NOTICES JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842
TRUSTEES’ SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE OCEAN HIGH CONDOMINIUM OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND By virtue of a Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. 23-C-15-1206, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the Princess Royale Oceanfront Hotel and Conference Center, located at 9100 Coastal Highway, Palmetto #5, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2015 AT 2:00 P.M. Units F-9 C-16 G-28 C-13 D-5 F-9 D-5 E-8 G-24 G-28 C-14 C-19 G-26 C-13 C-11 G-31 C-18 C-22
Time Intervals 46 21 46 16 47 17 41 18 17 42 50 52 17 17 17 43 40 46
Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Ocean High Condominium, including an undivided interest in the common elements thereof, as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and By-Laws recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and subsequent Declarations of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions as to each condominium unit, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records. The property will be sold in an "as is" condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties or guarantees. A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit requirements. The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the full amount of sale per time interval will be required at the time of sale, such deposit to be in cash or check. Cost of all recordation and transfer taxes, 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-10/8/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 Diane 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. Candace L. Watson 113 Oyster Lane Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C14001576
NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 28th day of September, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 113 Oyster Lane, Ocean City, MD 21842, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 2nd day of November, 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 26th day of October, 2015. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $165,000.00. 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-10/8/3t _________________________________ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON LLP REGAN J. R. SMITH ESQ OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 16252 Notice is given that the Orphans’ court of Dauphin County, PA appointed James M. Lyons, 5055 Grandview Road, Hanover, PA 17331 as the Personal Representative of the Estate of Thomas J. Kujovsky who died on August 28, 2015 domiciled in Pennsylvania, USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Regan J. R. Smith whose address is 3509
Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Md. 21842. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester. 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. James M. Lyons 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: October 8, 2015 OCD-10/8/3t _________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MD 21204 410-296-2550 File #: 442095 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. James Troy Durham 1235 Cedar Hall Road Pocomoke, MD 21851 Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-15-000797
NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 30th 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 2nd day of November, 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 26th day of October, 2015. The Report of Sale states the
amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $77,000.00. The property sold herein is known as 1235 Cedar Hall Road, Pocomoke City, MD 21851. 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-10/8/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 301-490-3361 Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. Estate of Ann W. High aka Ann Williams High Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C15000552
NOTICE ORDERED, this 30th day of Septembe, 2015 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 13305 Wight Street, Apt 204, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et. al, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 2nd day of November, 2015 next, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 26th day of October, 2015, next. The report states the amount of sale to be $148,184.00. Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-10/8/3t _________________________________
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 16250 Notice is given that the Register of Wills court of Berks County, PA appointed Patricia A. Lacey, 3310 Haycreek Road, Birdsboro, PA 19508 as the Executrix of the Estate of Charles Ronald Perry who died on September 21, 2014 domiciled in Pennsylvania USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Jean V. D’Aquila whose address is 10205 Twilight Gun Lane, Berlin, MD 21811. 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
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PUBLIC NOTICES 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. Patricia A. Lacey 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: October 8, 2015 OCD-10/8/3t _________________________________ Town of Berlin, MD
NOTICE of a Public Hearing Ordinance 2015-06 November 9, 2015 7:00PM Pursuant to Article lll, Section 108-214 of the Town of Berlin, Maryland, the Mayor & Town Council will hold a Public Hearing during its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, November 9, 2015 at 7:00PM in the Council Chambers of Berlin Town Hall to consider a Text amendment to the Town Zoning Code. The Text Amendment would repeal Section108-715(2) a. This amended proposal would limit the possible number of units in a single building to not exceed 36. OCD-10/22/2t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 Diane 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. Valerie Kelm 10901 Adkins Road Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C14001408
NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 5th day of October, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 10901 Adkins Road, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported, will be ratified and con-
firmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 2nd day of November, 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 26th day of October, 2015. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $220,000.00. 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-10/8/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8TH STREET OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842 COUNCIL OF UNIT OWNERS OF OCEAN TIME CONDOMINIUM, INC. c/o Paradise Properties, Inc. 12505 Coastal Highway, Suite 11 Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Plaintiff vs. MARIETTA B. CARTER et al. Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. 23-C-15-0980
NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 8th day of October, 2015, that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by James E. Clubb, Jr., Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 9th day of November, 2015, provided a copy of this order be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 2nd day of November, 2015. The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share intervals: TIMESHARE
PRICE
WK 8, #203 WK 51, #403 WK 2, #102 WK 17, #405 WK 10, #302 WK 18, #204 WK 49, #506 WK 18, #506 WK 5, #401 WK 38, #502 WK 4, #202 WK 44, #106 WK 2, #205 WK 50, #102 WK 12, #503 WK 39, #503 WK 47, #206 WK 16, #505 WK 50, #301 WK 11, #102 WK 44, #104 WK 19, #505 WK 39, #304 WK 3, #401
$50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00
Susan R. Braniecki Clerk True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-10/15/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8TH STREET OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842 LIGHTHOUSE POINT VILLAS TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. c/o Paradise Properties, Inc. 12505 Coastal Highway, Suite 11 Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Plaintiff vs. RONALD DEPTULA NIKKI DEPTULA et al. Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. 23-C-15-0979
NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 8th day of October, 2015, that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by James E. Clubb, Jr., Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 9th day of November, 2015, provided a copy of this order be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 2nd day of November, 2015. The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share intervals: TIMESHARE WK 19, #7 WK 41, #2 WK 6, #12
PRICE $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 Susan R. Braniecki Clerk
True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-10/15/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 301-490-3361 Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. Estate of Paul Randazzo Jr. Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C15000737
NOTICE ORDERED, this 14th day of October, 2015 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 10527 Keyser Point Road, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 mentioned in these
proceedings, made and reported by Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et. al, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 16th day of November, 2015 next, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 9th day of November, 2015, next. The report states the amount of sale to be $177,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-10/22/3t _________________________________ REGAN J. R. SMITH ESQ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON LLP 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY P.O. BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16202 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF M. WAYNE JONES aka Marion Wayne Jones Notice is given that Regan J.R. Smith, Esq., 3509 Coastal Highway, P.O. Box 739, Ocean City, MD 21842, was on September 15, 2015 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of M. Wayne Jones, aka Marion Wayne Jones who died on April 23, 2007, 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 15th 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. Regan J.R. Smith, Esq. Personal Representative
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PUBLIC NOTICES 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: October 22, 2015 OCD-10/22/3t _________________________________ REGAN J. R. SMITH ESQ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON LLP 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY P.O. BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16266 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF WENDY JOAN BUNTING Notice is given that Blaine A. Bunting, 706 142nd Street, Ocean City, MD 21842, was on October 13, 2015 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Wendy Joan Bunting who died on September 3, 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 13th day of April, 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 ear-
lier 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. Blaine A. Bunting 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: October 22, 2015 OCD-10/22/3t _________________________________ JOSEPH E. MOORE ESQ. WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY P.O. BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16262 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF LARRY VINCENT WIDGEON Notice is given that Melissa A. Widgeon Davis, 10326 Carey Road,
Berlin, MD 21811, was on October 13, 2015 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Larry Vincent Widgeon who died on September 15, 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 13th day of April, 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. Melissa A. Widgeon Davis 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: October 22, 2015 OCD-10/22/3t _________________________________
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16259 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARGARET GANDEE Notice is given that Debra Kathleen Willis-Vogelsang, 33 Harbormist Circle, Berlin, MD 21811, was on October 08, 2015 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Margaret Gandee who died on September 27, 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 8th day of April, 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. Debra Kathleen Willis-Vogelsang 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: October 22, 2015 OCD-10/22/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 301-490-3361 Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. George Lane and Vicky Lane Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C15000847
NOTICE ORDERED, this 19th day of October, 2015 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 13500 Holly Lane, Unit 2 Building B, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et. al, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 16th day of November, 2015 next, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 9th day of November, 2015, next. The report states the amount of sale to be $117,971.00. Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-10/22/3t _________________________________
Commentary
Keeping public at bay OPINION
There is no government without politics in a democracy and two critical principles of the political process are understanding how and why elected officials make decisions. Without that information, voters – and the public in general – cannot know whether the people they elected are doing their jobs and working on their behalf and what led them to agree or disagree with the actions government decides to take. Yet, two of our local governing bodies would prefer that the public see only the polished version of their decision-making. Ostensibly, the rationale for this approach is to provide the public with an accurate and noncontroversial justification for the conclusions these governing authorities have reached. As elected office holders who are judged periodically by the voters, however, the real reason they want to avoid giving the public a warts-and-all look at what they do is to insulate themselves from criticism and to obviate the need to defend their decisions. As reported in the current edition of our Bayside Gazette, five members of the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors (two were absent) agreed last week that all questions to them from local newspapers must be submitted in writing. These questions would then be shared with all board members so they would have the opportunity to discuss these inquiries among themselves and develop responses that suit their own purposes. Theoretically, as their argument
goes, this would negate any chance of being misquoted, which rarely happens locally but is a favored defense by those who have said something he or she later regrets. In Ocean City, meanwhile, our Ocean City Today newspaper has been forced to file dozens of Maryland Public Information Act (PIA) requests in just the last few years for even the most innocuous of documents. By contrast, no more than one or two were filed in the previous 15 years of covering resort government and its various departments. The most recent filing was in September, when Ocean City Today sought the recreation department's brief and noncontroversial report on special events. That study is reported on this week but only after a month of refusals and failures to answer requests to supply the 8-page document. It was released last week only after City Solicitor Guy Ayres reiterated the law's requirements to city officials. The obvious question in both the Ocean City and Ocean Pines instances is why is this lack of openness necessary? The answer is just as apparent: they both advocate a “father knows best” approach to governance that is devoid of the natural messiness of politics and challenges to their authority. All this is done under the guise of managing the media, when their real intention is to control and manage the message the public receives for their own political self-preservation. Governing, after all, would be so much easier if only government didn’t have to answer to the voters.
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Letters to the editor Liquor sales best kept private Editor, I read the article in the Oct. 2 edition concerning the Department of Liquor Control in utter disbelief. Until recently, the department had a monopoly on the sale of all liquor in the county and, as I understand it, still has the monopoly on retail sales. Based on my limited personal experience, the retail prices are much higher than those in Montgomery County, Md. (which also has county-run liquor stores) and higher still than the prices in the District of Columbia, which has no controls. With these large markups charged to the public, and given that they are the only game in town, it is beyond belief that they are struggling to make a profit. And I found the argument that the department could lose $100,000 per year for the next 25 years, and be better off than incurring the $2.5 million dollar cost of shutting down, [unbelievable]. If you were on the Board of Directors of a company and heard this sort of nonsense from the CEO, would you accept that it is better to continue losing money for the next two decades? The bottom line is that the county and the city have no business trying to run a business. Whether its running liquor stores
or managing a golf course, government should get out of these businesses and leave commercial sales to the private sector, and concentrate on governing and providing services that are uniquely associated with government. Jim Thomas Silver Spring, Md. (Editor’s note: The department has no monopoly on retail sales)
Support for police appreciated Editor, I wanted to share a wonderful event and experience I had this past weekend that I believe deserves more recognition than this letter. Saturday, the Maryland chapter of the Concerns of Police Survivors, or C.O.P.S., held its annual retreat in Ocean City at the Grand Hotel. This organization is dedicated to providing peer support to families and children of police killed in the line of duty by forming bereavement/growth groups, where survivors can offer and receive emotional support, to aid survivors in understanding the judicial process and to provide information about appropriate services, which may exist within the local community (taken from their website at www.mdcops.org). Some of the programs they offer include National Police Survivors’ Continued on Page 86
Right to bear drones Ocean City Today
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By Stewart Dobson Editor/Publisher
In response to the Federal Aviation Administration’s recent announcement that it intends to crack down on privately owned drones by requiring all drone owners to register their aircraft with the federal government, I have this to say: If you outlaw drones, only outlaws will have drones. Or, you can have my drone when you pry it from my cold dead hands. The truth is, I didn’t realize just how dangerous these things really are, although I will admit to having thought about obtaining a concealed drone carry permit, so I could whip it out when threatened: "How'd you like an aerial video of your head, pal? No? I didn't think so." On the other hand, if everyone carried a drone, we might solve the problem of criminal drone use. For instance, should someone attempt to hold up a liquor store with a drone, the storeowner could pull his drone from under the counter to defend himself. "I know what you're thinking, punk. 'Is his 15-minute flight time on four AA batteries finished?' Well, to tell you the truth, I lost count myself. So, punk, do you feel lucky? Well, do ya, punk?" Honestly, I’m surprised the NRA isn't getting involved in this, considering that the Second Amendment right to bear arms doesn't specify what kinds of arms we can bear. It doesn't say, for instance, that we don't have the right to bear a GPS-guided Phantom Quad-
copter outfitted with a .44 magnum. The federal government, however, apparently believes there’s a difference in that it might be acceptable, depending on the circumstances, to whack someone with a .44 from ground level, but doing it from above, well, that would be cheating. The drone problem being cited by the FAA, however, stems from some drone operators who, unlike myself and many others, don’t think it's a bad idea to fly their ‘copters near real aircraft. This mix of big and small, of course, would be akin to driving your car down the frozen foods aisle in the grocery store, although there are times when that wouldn’t seem to be a bad idea. "Excuse me, ma'am, you're blocking the aisle. I said excuse me, excuse me, I SAID ..." Screech, thump thump. "Okay, frozen spinach, check. Corn in butter sauce, check. Cleanup on aisle four. Check." More accurately, it would like taking your grocery cart out on I-95 and blocking the lane. “I see you, you tractor-trailering big hunk of steel. If you think I’m getting out of this lane to make room for you, you’re mistak …” screech, thump thump, cleanup on lane three. If the drone registration plan is instituted, however, I will comply. I am also willing to undergo extensive training so I might be able to volunteer as a drone air marshal, with the authority to shoot down nonregistered drones that are creeping into forbidden airspace. Then, too, if the law allows and the need for personal protection exists, I am contemplating getting myself a set of brass drones, for defensive purposes only.
OCTOBER 23, 2015
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Continued from Page 85 Seminars held each May during National Police Week, scholarships, peer support, counseling programs and more. On Saturday, at 21st Street and the Boardwalk, a memorial was held by the families of these fallen heroes accompanied by OCPD’s Color Guard, K-9 representation, a Maryland State Police flyover and Coast Guard escort. The ceremony was heart wrenching, and it was so nice to see so many departments present. Immediately following was a catered group lunch for the families to sit and eat together and catch up, and — upon the luncheons conclusion — the children of these officers were lined up and taken by volunteers to the bowling alley for a party followed by ice cream. This was a chance for these children to bond, to have fun, and to have the chance to have some of their stressors alleviated — even if only for a few short hours. Dumsers on 49th Street was kind enough to welcome all 40-plus of us to sit down and indulge in some chocolate, strawberry and vanilla scoops, and afterwards we retreated to the kids room back at the Grand Hotel where there were toys, games and candy waiting for them. This event was probably the most meaningful event I have attended thus far, and the bravery of these kids is unparalleled. In a time where police are targeted, and oftentimes not trusted, it was a relief to see such support and hospitality by the town, the Grand Hotel, the bowling alley, Dumsers and all other volunteers and participants involved. I strongly recommend this event to anyone interested in getting involved in the future and urge the town to send more representatives next year to attend the memorial, to volunteer and to donate to their cause. Frankie Knight Ocean City
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