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Arts center trades sound of hammers for sound of music Construction at convention center finishes ahead of Saturday’s inaugural show
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The newly-built Ocean City Performing Arts Center, located inside the Roland E. Powell Convention Center on 40th Street, gets its finishing touches earlier this week.
By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) Even if you’d been hiding under a rock for the past year and had no idea that major construction was happening inside the convention center, the smell would still tip you off. With less than a week to go before the first headline show on Saturday, Dec. 13, the distinct scent of new construction hung heavy in the Ocean City Performing Arts Center. “I’m excited for people to finally see the finished product,” Mayor Rick Meehan said as he led the media on a preview tour of the facility. “They’re not going to have anticipated the scope of what we’ve done here. It’s
impressive.” Early this week, crews were still working on the finishing details of the space — painting railings, varnishing floors and vacuuming the carpets — in anticipation of Saturday’s inaugural performance of The Texas Tenors. It’s the small details, Meehan said, that make the difference. “This is what sets you apart from the competition,” he said. “The little things are what make it a professional-grade space.” Even a question about the seats begs an invitation to try them out. They’re the kind you could sit in for a three-hour performance without your rear going totally numb. And the folding bottoms don’t slap when you get up. At 15,000 square feet, 1,216 seats, and more than 50 feet of ceiling headroom, the Performing Arts Center is a cavernous space, at least by Ocean City’s See ARTS Page 4
SHA fields options for highway weight watch State proposing traffic equivalent of lap-band surgery as fix for bus, bike, pedestrian safety concerns
By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) Much like the proverbial 10 pounds of sand in a five-pound bucket, there’s only so much road you can fit in so much right-of-way. For the next several months, there are likely to be a number of opinions on what exactly that combination should be in Ocean City. The State Highway Administration presented the City Council this week with the next phase of conceptual design for improvements on Coastal Highway, specifically the “road diet” initiative that has been floated to reduce pedestrian accidents following the problematic summer of 2012. “What we’re showing here is a reduction of one lane [northbound and southbound],” said SHA Traffic Engineer John Webster. “There are a number of options we can go with. Maybe we make the outermost lane a shared bus and car lane, or bus only. The bike lane could also be a pocket lane, or up against the curb.”
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In short, the idea of a road diet would be to pull one southbound and one northbound lane out of Coastal Highway from the Convention Center to the Route 90 Bridge. This would create extra space needed to widen the sidewalks and build a proper bicycle lane. The project would also include some type of renovation to the median strip itself to discourage pedestrians from crossing outside of designated crosswalks. The stretch of Coastal Highway being looked at for the road diet renovations was chosen due to its high number of pedestrian accidents. The summer of 2012 raised considerable concern about pedestrian safety in the resort, with several major incidents including two deaths. From January 2008, when the SHA began collecting data, through the end of August 2012, the stretch of highway between the Convention Center and the Route 90 interchange saw 47 pedestrians hit. The SHA’s subsequent survey, Webster said, revealed that 27 percent of pedestrians typically cross mid-block, despite the public awareness campaigns sponsored by the Town of Ocean See LANE Page 5
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The state’s option for a bicycle “pocket lane” to the left of the right turn lane got a generally unfavorable reception from city officials this week.
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Owl’s return delayed ‘Delaware’ neé ‘Dolphin Eater’ required surgery, rest and rehab for broken wing By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) The pending nor’easter that soaked the shore in the early part of the week washed out plans to return a female snowy owl to Assateague Island after she was rescued in mid-March with a broken wing. In announcing the pending departure of the owl formerly known as “Dolphin Eater,” Dave Brinker, a regional ecologist with the Department of Natural Resources, explained the bird’s colorful nickname. This particular owl had been previously caught and banded, and, when she was first recovered, she was stained orange and “reeked of rancid spoiling meat,” Brinker said. As it happened, birdwatchers from Cape Henlopen reported seeing a snowy owl feasting on the remains of an expired dolphin and assumed this was the same bird. Now dubbed “Delaware,” the owl was found to have broken bones in her wingtip. Surgeons from the Baltimore Zoo reportedly fused the bones, hoping the repair and rest would give Delaware the ability to be released back into the wild. The release was first scheduled for Monday with a rain date of Tuesday, but the nor’easter consumed both days. Delaware’s day was set for Wednesday, but it was then pushed to Thursday, Dec. 11. “[Wednesday’s] weather on the coast features very strong and gusty winds and a continued small chance of rain or snow. The wind will continue through the night but begin dropping after sunset,” Brinker said. Since Delaware will just be regaining her freedom and might still need some final conditioning before she is fully back to her wild state, Brinker continued, the release will be given another day to let the winds subside. As part of the owl’s rehabilitation, she was outfitted with a GPS transmitter as part of Project Snowstorm,
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a program dedicated to tracking snowy owls as they experience a phenomenon called an “irruption.” The Project Snowstorm website explains that snowy owls generally live their entire lives in the Arctic, but every now and then for reasons not fully understood by science, the owls come flooding south. The winter of 2013-14 was described as a “mega-irruption,” something not seen for a century. This year the irruption continues a bit farther west than last year’s, just east of the Great Lakes. “It’s not like these birds don’t deal with storms in the wild, but what they tend to do is just find a place and sit,” Brinker said, “We know from the GPS telemetry they just sit down, and we don’t want to handicap [Delaware] from the start.” The former Dolphin Eater has been in captivity for nine months.
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The Ocean City Performing Arts Center boasts 1,216 seats, including balcony and box seating. Chairs in the orchestra are removable and the stage can be extended over the pit.
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Extensive vacuuming and polishing to remove construction dust was underway earlier this week, in anticipation of the 40th Street Performing Arts Center’s first headline show on Saturday.
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center, such as the March performance of “Cinderella” by the Ballet Theater of Maryland. This leaves 16-18 dates still open for the coming year, Noccolino estimated. Saturday’s Texas Tenors show has sold well for a totally new venue, according to show promoter Bob Rothermel. “We still have tickets left at this point,” Rothermel said. “We’re optimistic about selling out, or coming pretty close, by the night of the show.” Construction of the center is expected to total $14 million, of which the Maryland Stadium Authority — the city’s operating partner in the convention center — is funding $5.7 million. The city issued a bond for the remaining $8.3 million last year, to be paid back using the town’s food tax income. A study done in 2010 projected $3.2 to $3.9 million in new spending by visitors in the resort as a result of the performing arts venue. If met, this would result in $200,000 to $240,000 in additional revenue to both the city and state, with what officials hope is limited added expense. The convention center currently runs about $2.5 million in annual operating deficits. The study also assumed that the center would attract between 61 and 73 performances per year, with total attendance between 45,700 and 55,050. The convention center currently sees roughly 400,000 visitor-days logged each year, the majority from conventions and trade shows.
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This diagram from the SHA shows a “pocket” bike lane on the right side of the highway, and a curbside lane on the left. Note the 10-foot sidewalks included as part of the “road diet.”
Lane reduction would not impact service, SHA says Continued from Page 1 City and the SHA. “There are several stretches with over 1,000 feet between marked crossings,” Webster said. “The issue is that pedestrians are not willing to go that distance between crossings.” The road diet would have several effects: traffic would slow down, pedestrians would have less distance to cover at the crosswalks, and wider sidewalks would allow pedestrians to pass each other without going out into the road. This is particularly vital in the midtown stretch, which features heavy pedestrian traffic, particularly at bus stops. Popular bars, including Seacrets, Macky’s and Fager’s Island, are located along the stretch that would be subject to the road diet effort. The SHA’s traffic study, Webster said,
indicated “that the levels of service are all very good, even without the removal of a lane.” But resort officials were not convinced that jams would not occur. Although the SHA has the data, none of the engineers present at Tuesday’s council meeting had been to the resort over the summer. “I would make sure you take the opportunity to do that,” Mayor Rick Meehan told the group. “You can run a lot of engineering studies and programs, but you need to be there to see it.” The question, then, assuming that the road diet will not create a traffic meltdown on its own, is how to configure the remainder of the roadway. City officials generally seemed to lean toward maintaining a designated lane for buses and right turns, and restrict See DRAINAGE Page 6
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– I just don’t known how that could work here.” The third major question would what to do with the median strip, with the consensus being that some sort of barrier to block pedestrians from crossing outside of the designated intersections is needed. This could be some sort of greenery, but it would have to be substantial. “You’d have to have very dense, thick plantings that require some maintenance,” Webster said. “It also creates a screening effect. Drivers are not going to be able to see people crossing until they come out from behind the angle of the plantings.” Another option would be some sort of fence that would not completely obstruct vision, which was also seen as being better for business. “It think it needs to be something that’s somewhat transparent,” Meehan said. “You have to be able to see through to what’s on the other side of the road, or otherwise you’re going to have a lot of complaints from local businesses.” The council also raised concerns about the incorporation of lighting – ideally LEDs – into the median for better visibility. “If this is all about pedestrian safety, that’s very important,” Meehan said. “I haven’t seen anything about lighting in the median strip.” The other issue that the city would like to see addressed is Coastal Highway’s drainage, which is problematic through the entire length of the road and
not just between the convention center and the Route 90 Bridge. Since the resort’s ocean side is higher than the bay, rain runoff drains east-towest, but is blocked by the median and pools in the northbound lane of Coastal Highway. “For me, this all goes back to the storm drains,” Dare said. “When the SHA first develop the project, the road was super-elevated, not crowned, and the water goes toward the bay. The median effectively becomes a dam.” Although storm drains are placed along the western side of the northbound lane, there’s nothing to make the water go there. “Draining Ocean City is like draining a pool table,” Dare said. “There are eight pockets, but it’s not downhill to any of them.” One option would be to remove the raised median strip, and instead replace it with an area of grass or low vegetation with a slight U- or V-shaped dip to it, known as a “swale.” This would serve to absorb the water. The SHA plans to hold public comment meetings this January and February. Design finalization would take over a year, and construction would likely not begin until the fall of 2016. The project would range in cost from $15 to $25 million, Webster said. The SHA is currently funded for $2 million in design work, but construction funding is not yet secured.
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Banners recognizing local ‘heroes’ will return to Bdwk. Displays rise at Springfest, given to those honored or family members in autumn
By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) The Ocean City Elks Lodge will be continuing its highly acclaimed “Hometown Heroes” banner program for a second year this coming spring. Lodge 2645 Veterans’ Committee Chairman Pat Riordan got clearance from City Council this week to again place banners along the Boardwalk honoring active-duty military personnel from the resort area. “We thought it turned out very well this past year, and we want to keep the ball rolling,” Riordan said. The Elks’ initiative will again consist of 20 banners to be hung vertically on the Boardwalk’s lampposts from Fourth Street down to the Ripley’s building. Each banner features the name, service branch, rank and a photo of the honored service mem-
ber. The banners will again go up around Springfest, and the Elks are hoping to have a dedication ceremony sometime during the festival, which runs from May 7-10, 2015. The banners stay up during the season, and are taken down in the fall to be presented to the service members and their families as a keepsake. Cost to the town is minimal, as the Elks solicit private sponsorships from citizens and businesses to pay for the banners and brackets. City workers install and repair the banners as needed. Nine service members have already been found for the 2015 banners, and Riordan is looking for additional active-duty service members who are Worcester County residents. “If anyone knows of anyone who is active-duty, we would like to get in touch with them,” Riordan said. He can be reached by phone at (443) 623-6162, or by email at 91454@mchsi.com.
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Replenishment not panacea for all climate woes Continued from Page 8 “There’s not much the city can do to prevent flooding, particularly downtown. All the water falls into the Assawoman and Isle of Wight Bay — it’s tricky when you’re at sea level and there’s nowhere to go,” Wilson said. The only way to go is up. “We try to raise the streets and bulkheads where we can, but that can cause the water the drain onto adjacent properties. The island slopes east-west, with the low spots on the west. A couple of inches are a couple of years worth of sea level rise,” McGean said.
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Turbine installation project slowly turning Md. offshore wind effort could power 300K homes when at full capacity
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be billed to the customer. “Whether it’s a good thing or a bad thing, it’s coming,” Diriker said. But besides creating much less pollution, wind energy development would also have a positive financial effect by providing a stimulus to the area’s economy. “The lion’s share of the initial construction will go to Europe, and some to Baltimore,” Diriker said. “But the operations and maintenance phase — the upkeep of the turbines after they’re built — represents the highest level of opportunity for us on the Eastern Shore.” Ongoing operations and maintenance will produce 120 to 200 permanent jobs, Diriker said. “You’re going to have to create new rules and new classifications for the people working on these turbines,” Diriker said. “Most of the training and capacity is coming in from Europe, but some of it is in Texas and is coming to Maryland.” Right now, Diriker’s study estimated that the shore area has 20 percent of the technical expertise needed to fill the role. The rest of the workforce will have to be created. But with the entire subsidization scheme yet to be worked out — and considerable political fights sure to surround its implementation — it’s anyone’s guess how much time the area will have to prepare. Diriker’s best guess would be for construction to start in late 2018, although others are saying it will be at least a year later. Power won’t actually flow for at least a year after that. Further, there is the issue of how to compensate for the fact that the wind doesn’t blow all the time, and thus power generation will be inconsistent. Battery storage, to absorb excess current during high winds and feed it out during calms, would be needed. But solid-state batteries of that capacity have not yet been developed, Diriker said. Currently, the industry is looking into mechanical storage options — meaning a way to store energy by moving physical objects. One idea is to pump water into elevated tanks on windy days, and then drain the water to create hydroelectric energy on calm days. “It sounds overly complicated, but it’s what we’re working with,” Diriker said.
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Econ. recovery still feels like recession, especially in Md. Basu, Hogan advisor, offers advice to Wor. Co. summit on financial environment By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) The U.S. economy is well on its way to recovery, technically. But if you feel like you’re still in a recession, there are probably two big reasons for that. One, you weren’t fabulously wealthy before the recession. Two, you live in Maryland. “What’s really come back in this country are corporate profits and stock prices,” said economist Anirban Basu. “The gains from this recovery have been concentrated in the hands of a very few.” Even when it was announced two months ago, Basu’s keynote speech at Wednesday’s Worcester Economic Development Summit was highly anticipated. Basu is the director of the Sage Policy Group, considered to be Maryland’s premier financial thinktank. But now, after Nov. 6, Basu has taken on an even higher-profile role as a member of Gov.-Elect Larry Hogan’s transition team. Although generally apolitical, Basu said this week that he has great interest in getting the state’s
economy “back on track.” It’s not an easy task, given the state of the American economy as a whole, and whose problems seem to be amplified in Maryland. To begin, Basu asked a simple question Wednesday: why, if the U.S. economy continues to grow at only two percent, is the stock market booming? Despite the perception that everything is still in the toilet, a person who invested in top-level corporate stocks immediately after the 2008 crash would have tripled their money today. The S&P 500 grew 30 percent last year. The reason for this disconnect, Basu maintained, was equity engineering on the part of the Federal Reserve. Although “some people in Texas” would like to claim that the Federal Reserve prints money, it does not. Rather, what the Fed does is buy back assets in order to de-facto liquefy the economy. “For instance, say [Worcester County Economic Development Director] Bill Badger had a $10,000 treasury bond,” Basu posited. “He put that money in at 3.5 percent interest. The Fed calls it back. He can now put his money somewhere else. See MIDDLE Page 12
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Middle class left out of consumer-led recovery Continued from Page 11 “But the Fed’s current interest rate is only 2.5 percent, barely above inflation,” Basu said. “So what will Bill do with the money? Maybe he’ll spend it on a vacation, or a new car.” In fact, Basu showed a graph on which the Fed’s asset purchasing, since December 2008, maps almost perfectly to the S&P 500 index. More than ever before, the top performers in the stock market are consumer goods and services. This past quarter, the second-highest performing corporation in the U.S. was Chipotle. So, if the large-scale consumer economy is booming, why isn’t growth occurring faster? U.S. job growth has actually recovered to prerecession levels. But there are a number of limiting factors. “A lot of this is because the motive of this economy is consumer spending,” Basu said. “The quantity of jobs being added to the economy is not a problem. The quality may well be.” The fact that low-level service and retail jobs are dominating the recovery could play into Ocean City’s hand – 377,000 leisure and hospitality jobs have been added so far this year. But while unemployment in Worcester County is declining over-
all, it is spiking more and more sea- services sector, which, although sonally, indicating that the area’s two small, has grown in Worcester. major industries — tourism and agri“The financial industry must see culture — are still not offering the something happening, or about to quality of jobs needed. happen, in this area,” Basu said. “In my mind, there are too many But for that to really take off, the Marylanders that are working hard real estate market must move along and still not making it,” Basu said. with it. Maryland’s job growth is only a “Where have you seen the exploquarter of the national average. Most sion?” Basu asked. “Unfortunately, of this is concenit’s mostly in aparttrated in the Baltiments. The climate more metro area. has created a tenThe rest of the dency, especially state, collectively, “This is not about not spending amongst younger has actually lost professionals, to or not investing, but about employment. rent. But I do benot inhibiting private business “This should not lieve we’re going to from investing. be happening, bego back to an cause we’re really We’ve swung to a point where o w n e r - o c c u p i e d w e l l - e d u c a t e d , ” the value proposition for them economy in the next Basu said. “Mary10 years.” to come here is gone.’ land is consistently the key quesEconomist Anirban Basu tionSofor ranked with the top the nation, public schools in Maryland, and the country, and Worcester County, Worcester County Basu said, is how to is at the top of that.” translate the top-end success of the But if there are no jobs for well-ed- recovery into enhanced middle-class ucated people, they will move to or prosperity. stay in urban areas. Most of the initial In Worcester, this could involve attraction of middle class, white-col- bringing in a third staple industry belar workers comes from the financial sides tourism and agriculture.
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The scenic views and natural beauty of Assateague Island might cost users a little more if proposed fee hikes take effect. Public comment will be entertained until Jan. 12, 2015.
Assateague seeks input on higher fees, claims inflation By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) Though a scheduled increase is due to arrive in 2017 anyway, the National Park Service is nonetheless pursuing a $5 increase in the fee to enter Assateague Island National Seashore and seeking public input on the plan until Jan. 12. Park officials say the increases are tied to inflation, and several published reports cite the structure at Yosemite National Park, where the rate was last raised from $5 per car to $20 per car in 1997. The Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Consumer Price Index Inflation calculator and a separate, Internetbased calculator found at www.usinflationcalculator.com, bears out the claim in published reports that $20 in 1997 money is roughly equivalent to the $30 Yosemite is now seeking. Assateague Island charges $15 per vehicle currently, and wishes to raise the price to $20. In inflationary terms, $20 of 2008 money equals $22.06 in 2014 or $15 in 2008 equals $16.54 in today’s money. The perperson cost is proposed to jump from $3 to $10 — a greater than 300 percent increase and apocalyptic in inflationary math. Annual passes will go from $30 to $40 annually. Ranger Liz Davis at Assateague Island said the national parks that are entitled to charge fees are grouped into tiers, with Assateague ranked in tier two of four, the second-lowest designation. The tiers have graduated pricing structures. A tier one park’s annual pass is $10 less than a tier two, the per-vehicle charge is $5 less, the per-person charge is $2-3 less and motorcycle charges are $5 less. “It is our understanding that these increases will occur by 2017,” Davis said. Assateague Island draws more than 2.1 million visitors per year according to the U.S. Department of the
Interior fiscal 2015 budget justification report. About 130 of the nation’s 401 national parks are seeking rate hikes this year. Parks with similar attendance, who charge entrance fees include the Boston National Historic Park with 2.3 million, Glacier National Park with 2.2 million, Grand Teton National Park with 2.7 million, Mount Rushmore with 2.2 million, Yellowstone National Park with 3.3 million and, for contrast, Grand Canyon National Park with 4.7 million. Mount Rushmore does not charge for park admission but does charge visitors $11 for parking. Boston also does not charge an entrance fee, but visitors may be subject to fees at privately owned and operated facilities working in conjunction with the park. No rate information was available on the park’s website. Glacier National Park had a summer rate of $25 per car and $15 per car in the winter, while single-entry passes would cost $12/$10 respectively. Grand Teton National Park also charges $25 per car and $12 per person, and those entry fees also entitle visitors’ access to Yellowstone as well. The Grand Canyon and Yellowstone National Parks charge similar rates. Camping fees at Assateague have not been raised since 2012. Frontcountry camping, which usually includes vehicle access, and developed campsites will jump from $25 during the season and $20 during the offseason to $30 per night regardless of the time of year. Back-country sites will jump from $6 per night to $10. Horse camping is proposed to go from $30 per night to $50. Group camping will go from $40 to $50 per night. Camping and recreational fees, according to Davis, are based on annual comparisons to similar services offered elsewhere in park’s area. The evaluations, Davis said, must occur See PUBLIC Page 15
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ON ALL REMAINING NEW 2014 MODELS Ocean City was revealed by Yahoo Travel to be one of the most-searched destinations during 2014. Ocean City placed sixth in the rankings as a newcomer to the list. Other listed cities include Las Vegas, New Orleans, Key West and San Francisco.
Yahoo Travel reports OC in top 10 of vacation searches By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) Las Vegas, Myrtle Beach, New Orleans, Atlantic City, Key West, Ocean City, Santa Barbara, San Diego, Virginia Beach and San Francisco, in order, were searched for most often by users of Yahoo Travel. Ocean City is the only new arrival to the list, compiled annually by the search engine as part of its year-in-review search data report. “This is good news. We’re right there by Key West and I think we’re holding our own against other highly desirable resort destinations,” Ocean City Councilwoman Mary Knight said. The top three cities, Las Vegas, Myrtle Beach and New Orleans, are the same as last year and Ocean City is
the only new addition to the list, according to Yahoo Travel. “It’s an indication that our advertising is working,” Mayor Rick Meehan said. “The visitors who come here are looking at returning. It’s a positive sign for OC and I’m happy to hear more.” The rankings, of course, don’t include information from other search engines or measure bookings based on searches. “It’s been our goal to reach more and more people and to get OC out in front of everyone,” Meehan said. “The next step,” Knight said, “is to relate to the people who are coming here.” The same report concluded users were more likely to search Southwest Airlines and Marriott hotels.
Public input on hike sought Continued from Page 14 by law so park rates remain competitive with local businesses. “These park specific fees may be influenced during the public comment period,” she said. Motorcycle rates will go from $10 to $15 and canoe/kayak rates will go from $10 per person to $25 per per-
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First international jet demo team to appear at Air Show
French demonstration aviators Breitling Jet Team are the second announced act at next year’s Ocean City Air Show. The Breitling team along with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels will be making their debut at the event, June 13-14.
(Dec. 12, 2014) The OC Air Show will add another first in 2015 as it hosts the Breitling Jet Team, a seven aircraft European jet demonstration team, the second jet team to be announced in the 2015 performer lineup. The Breitling Jet Team, based in Dijon, France will travel to the United States for its first American tour. Their tour schedule was announced this week at the International Council of Air Shows Convention in Las Vegas and Ocean City is one of only 18 shows where they will perform
in 2015. “The 2015 event will be our best show yet,” said Bryan Lilley, president of the OC Air Show. “With the inaugural performance of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and the Breitling Jet Team we expect to have record crowds next year, and we’re only getting started with the performer lineup.” For more information, visit www.OCAirShow.com or call 877-722-2927. Premium tickets including the Flight Line Clubhouse and the VIP Penthouse are on sale now.
CFES announces grant deadline for Community Needs
(Dec. 12, 2014) The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore announced grant opportunities through its Community Needs Grant Program. Local nonprofit organizations are urged to apply. The deadline for application submissions is February 1, 2015 with grants being awarded in mid-October. This grant program has a $5,000 maximum award. These competitive grants are awarded to benefit organizations serving Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties at least twice each year. Grants are awarded to a wide range of nonprofit organizations that benefit health and human services, education, arts and culture, community development, environment and historic preservation. Guidelines and application forms are available on the Foundation’s website at: www.cfes.org. Copies of grant guidelines and forms are also available upon request by calling 410742-9911. Celebrating 30 years of philanthropy, the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore (CFES) has been serving the needs of Wicomico, Worcester and Somerset counties by granting more than $50 million. Through the generosity and vision of our donors, CFES awarded grants totaling more than $4.8 million in fiscal 2014. CFES brings together donors and builds on community assets through scholarships, grants, advocacy and leadership development. By focusing on people, organizations, neighborhoods and nonprofit capacity building, the Foundation addresses community needs in the areas of health, education, arts and culture, community development and the environment. For more information, please visit www.cfes.org or call 410742-9911.
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Threatened police Bryan Keith Taylor, 48, of Ocean City was arrested Wednesday after allegedly threatening to kill his neighbor and then reportedly brandishing a long knife at the Ocean City police officers who came to arrest him. Police were called to a downtown location three times early Wednesday on a trespassing complaint involving Taylor, who had been warned by police two hours earlier before they were called for what turned out to be the final time. Police said when they arrived on the scene for the third time, they heard Taylor repeatedly screaming, “I’m going to kill you. I have a knife and I’m going to slice you open.” Police said he was waving a large knife about 12 inches long, pounding on a door and continuously yelling threats to the person behind it. Taylor then noticed a police officer and told him, “I’m going to kill you,” according to the report. Police said the officer drew his weapon, pointed it at Taylor and told him to drop the knife, but that Taylor continued walking towards him and did not release the knife until the officer said, “If you take one more step, I’m going to shoot.” According to the report, the now weaponless Taylor ignored an initial command to get on the ground and continued to walk towards the officer, before giving himself up. Police said as Taylor was being handcuffed, he said he was going to kill his neighbor in self-defense because he twice slapped Taylor in the face. Taylor was charged with first-degree assault, second-degree assault, possession of dangerous weapon with intent to injure, trespassing and disorderly conduct.
Probation violation James Hill, 34, of Salisbury was arrested last Thursday for possession of a controlled dangerous substance and for violating his probation. Ocean City Police Department patrol officers were on duty when an advisory informed them that Wicomico
County had issued warrants for Hill’s arrest for probation violations. Police officers went to his residence on 8th Street and arrested him. Police said in searching Hill’s person, they found three Focalin capsules, which treats attention deficit hyperactive disorder, and that the content of the capsules had been removed. A follow-up investigation with the other occupants of the residence revealed that Focalin capsules, which had been prescribed for a resident’s son, had been missing from the residence since Hill moved in. Hill told police he had found the capsules on the floor of the residence and had picked them up to prevent children from being exposed to them. Hill was arrested and charged for violating his probation and possession of a controlled dangerous substance.
Domestic call Cole Frederick Funk was arrested last Wednesday on a domestic complaint and for possession of a controlled dangerous substance. Police said that after receiving the call, they found him walking in a shopping center on 129th Street. According to police, when Funk noticed police, he walked behind a trailer and then reappeared. After police searched the area behind the trailer, they found a small orange pill, which was later identified as Suboxone.
Heroin charges John Rantz, 30, of Stockton was arrested last Thursday for possession of heroin. Ocean City police had been conducting a criminal enforcement detail in an unmarked vehicle when they observed a car speeding near 60th Street. A traffic stop was conducted and the occupants were asked to exit the vehicle. Police said Rantz had a pack of cigarettes in his hand when they approached the vehicle but that he Continued on Page 18
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The first three cars were parked next to each other and all vehicles were locked at the time of the breakins. All the clothing had been purchased at Tanger Outlets stores, which police contacted to ask that any attempts to return items matching the description of the stolen items be reported. On Sunday, Ocean City police were contacted by Maryland State Police, who said one store had reported that a man and woman had tried, unsuccessfully, to return certain items. Store employees also supplied police with images of the couple taken by surveillance cameras. This past Wednesday, Ocean City police responded to a 911 hang-up call from a 57th Street residence and were met by the woman in the picture taken at the Bass outlet. Police said she told them she suspected that her boyfriend, Tony Childs, had been stealing because he had come home one night in the previous week with bags of new clothing. What she found suspicious was that some of the clothing was for children. The woman led police to the bedroom where they recovered many of the stolen items, according to the report. Childs was arrested and charged with malicious destruction of property, and rogue and vagabond and theft.
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State, OCPD brace for ‘DWHigh’ violations Training, resources sought to control impaired driving of all stripes this summer By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) With marijuana decriminalization on the books and Gov.-elect Larry Hogan signaling he is ready to declare a state of emergency concerning heroin use, police are relying on trained drug recognition experts to help separate the stoned from the sober. The drug recognition expert program got its start in Maryland back in 1986 when Maryland State Police 1st Sgt. Thurl Tower was sent to California for training and was the first certified drug recognition expert outside of that state when he returned to set up the program here according to the program’s website. The site claims there are 140 active such experts in Maryland along with 52 instructors. Two of them are in the Ocean City Police Department.
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(Dec. 12, 2014) In celebration of the holiday season, the Ocean City Beautification Committee is presenting a special offer to the public for the committee’s Reflections of Life project. The project provides a distinctive means of recording important events and interests in the lives of individuals, their loved ones and businesses by placing a gift of a bronze, silver or gold leaf or stepping stone on the impressive “Reflections of Life” bronze tree sculpture mounted inside the lobby entrance of the Roland E. Powell Convention Center. The Beautification Committee special, which runs until Dec. 28, features leaves at 50 percent off the normal price. For the remainder of the holiday season, you can order gold leaves for $250, instead of $500; silver leaves, regularly $350, are now $175 and bronze leaves, $250, are $125. Tax-deductible donation forms are available at two locations in the convention center, at the project site near the main entrance and in the visitor center, along with Northside Park, 125th Street bayside. Forms can also be found on the town’s website at www.oceancitymd.gov. Checks should be made payable to the Town of Ocean City. The Ocean City Beautification Committee has organized the project to raise funds for the purchase, installation and landscaping of a custom water feature to be installed at the convention center. For more information, call Toni Wagner at 410-250-0892 or Donna Greenwood at 410-289-7060.
These certified experts are empowered to request blood samples from suspected drugged drivers. “Judges who are willing to listen to DREs are few and far between,” 1st Sgt. Christopher Davala said, “and there are stringent criteria for use.” Worcester County has two such judges, according to the DRE website: District Court Judges Daniel Mumford and Gerald Purnell. A suspect must be first run through the DUI testing regimen and then a drug expert may be requested but the suspect can refuse further testing, Davala said. If the drug expert is not on site at the time a suspect is detained, there may be a significant time element for the trained officer to arrive, Davala said. Blood tests can only show a person has used certain drugs within a certain timeframe, not that they are currently
feeling the effects of those substances, and as such, according to the National Highway Transit Safety Board, are generally seen as impractical. Detection is a problem for other reasons, according to the NHTSA including: rank-and-file police are not trained to look for drugs other than alcohol, specimen collection requires special equipment, many states limit police to a single test, usually a breath test; many states do not provide for stiffer penalties for combinations of drinking and drugs so drugs are often ignored and crime labs cannot provide test results quickly enough for court cases to proceed in a timely manner. Lt. Scott Harner is attempting to bring a class session to train drug experts to Ocean City. The class is an intensive nine-day affair that would be costly to send officers to in Baltimore, for example.
“One of our DREs was promoted to sergeant, and his responsibilities are now primarily supervisory. It can be a lengthy process to train new DREs,” Harner said. Harner is particularly concerned since he is the commander of the traffic safety unit. “My concern is all illicit or prescription drugs and the existing concern of impaired driving. Drunk and drugged driving is not anything new, and we want to be extra proactive,” he said. The drug recognition expert training website does not have any classes scheduled in the near future. Harner hopes his class will be approved for spring 2015. Applicants to the program will go through an internal process before meeting with a threeperson panel to determine eligibility, Harner said.
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By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) If you say it at a bar, it’s called a stereotype. If you put it on TV, it’s called targeted marketing. For all that Ocean City does, and does not, fret over pinpointing its ideal visitor demographic, those tourism professionals in attendance at this year’s Maryland Tourism and Travel Summit were presented with a pretty clear message. It’s the age gap, stupid. One of the more anticipated speakers at last month’s summit was Chuck Underwood, author of the book series, The Generational Imperative. Underwood’s premise is that the last century or so of American history has cut the nation into culturally distinct age groups. At this point, Underwood argues, marketing that attempts to play to an age-neutral audience is a losing proposition. Targeting by generation is near-mandatory. “If you are marketing toward today’s 30- to 40-year-olds the way you did 10 years ago,” Underwood said at one point, “you’re fighting your last battle.” This perked more than a few ears in the room, given that the decline of the family demographic has been a major talking point in tourism throughout Maryland, and especially in Worcester County and Ocean City. “It certainly makes you think about how you market … and how the message should be different as it relates to different age groups,” said Susan Jones, executive director of the Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association. “I think in this area, we have something for every generation,” Jones said. “But to that point, maybe it’s why we’ve gone with a more generic message.” “Chuck pointed out a lot of big, big companies that can afford to do that kind of targeted messaging, and it
does work,” agreed Worcester County Tourism Director Lisa Challenger. “We don’t. Our message has always been more generic and less specific. But I think there are ways to capitalize on what we offer.” In Underwood’s pantheon, the future of travel and tourism marketing lies with three distinct American generations: the Baby Boomers, born 1946 to 1964, Generation X, born 1965 to 1981, and the Millennials, born 1982 to 1997, so far. “Legitimate generational studies begin at age 18, once people have developed at least some of their worldview,” Underwood said. “So at this point, there’s no way for us to say how long the ‘Millennial’ generation will continue, or when the next shift will arrive.”
‘At this point, there’s no way for us to say how long the ‘Millennial’ generation will continue, or when the next shift will arrive.’ Chuck Underwood, author of the book series, The Generational Imperative
Different generations see things differently, depending on where society headed during their formative years. This creates significantly different attitudes, and requires different approaches when it comes to the tourism economy. For much of America, Baby Boomers – all aged roughly 50 to 70 – constitute the economic base. They came of age when the vast majority of America’s infrastructure was being built in the post-WWII growth of the 50s and 60s. “The Boomers grew up in an era when the United States built 46,000 miles of highway in just a few years,” Underwood said. “The lodging indus-
try, for the first time ever, is now building motels – frantically – along our new roads.” This created a completely new market emphasis within the Boomer generation - convenience and variety, which Boomers came to expect in their younger years and will still pay a great deal for. “For this generation, life on earth is one big, long banquet table and they want to sample everything,” Underwood said. “Keep in mind that they possess outsize wealth, compared to any other generation in history, are the first ‘instant gratification’ generation, and are not brand-loyal.” But for following generations, the environment changed. Generation X was, and still is, more interested in the idea of the product rather than the product itself. Further, the current crop of people in their late 30s and 40s display a great deal of skepticism toward marketing in and of itself. “This was the latch-key kid generation,” Underwood said. “The generation that saw their parents overworked, and eventually laid off, while the boss got a bonus. Generation X cannot imagine a long period of economic rise like previous generations did.” This spawned a group of people who are fiercely cynical of being sold to. “This generation does not give its trust easily… marketers are facing an uphill battle in gaining their allegiance,” Underwood said. These things run in cycles, however. The Millennials, born late enough to not remember America’s pre-1990 socio-economic environment, are much more like the Boomers. “The Millennial outlook is more like the Boomers … although less confident in their nation’s economy and less confident in their short-term financial security,” Underwood said. Millennials would also rather have experiences on their own volition, rather than having things packaged and presented in the way it has historically been done for the Boomers.
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Millennial surge limited by financial struggles “Don’t be heavy-handed and pound your marketing into them,” Underwood said. “Millennials would prefer to discover you on their own.” But what this also means for Ocean City is that the lull of family travel may be turning back toward the positive in the next few years. “It is likely that [the Millennial generation] will be strong, family-oriented travelers,” Underwood said. “Generation X was not able to do that, by and large.” In fact, the squeeze that the United States felt in the 1970s meant that there are only three Generation X members for every four Baby Boomers. Millennials are now surpassing Generation X in numbers, at around 59 million, although their growth rate of 3.8 million per year is still lower than the Boomer peak of 4.2 million.
Millennials also demonstrate an affinity for re-discovery of the past, Underwood said. “Generation X was the generation that would prefer not to see any Boomer remnants wherever they go,” Underwood said. “Millennials are demonstrating an affinity toward history and resorting to what came before them. I’m not sure that the vintage exterior of Ocean City is a deal-breaker.” What is more crucial is how the resort can be changed to accommodate Millennials’ practical demands. “Much of our architecture, throughout the county, was built to the convenience of Boomers, or to the style of Generation X,” Underwood said. “Now, here come the Millennials, and the key things are to accommodate groups and technology.” Underwood also stressed that the
idea of authenticity, particularly when it comes to food and lodging, is a key tool with the Millennial market. “In Ocean City, Berlin, and elsewhere, we’ve seen ways to capitalize on that,” Challenger said. “We have seen a lot more of food as a event. We have seen a lot more businesses going local-grown and sustainable with menus.” “It depends on what you’re trying to market,” Jones said. “If you say that this generation is more likely to be on board with, say, ecotourism, then you have to present that in a way that fits that group of people.” “I think that’s what we’re trying to talk about in the tourism strategic plan, is how to go after each segment,” Jones said, referring to the city’s ongoing planning process for marketing. “We don’t’ exactly know who that
visitor is because we’ve had difficulty doing consistent data collection. I think it really brings the point home that we need it.” Regardless of how easy or hard the sell is to the up-and-coming generation, it won’t make much difference if no one has the money for it. Estimates vary, but anywhere between 25 and 40 percent of Millennials are still living with their parents, not out of choice, but due to the underemployment phenomenon and the lack of upper-tier job growth since 2008. “It’s been described that Millennials are facing the worst financial anxiety since the GI Generation went through the Great Depression,” Underwood said. “The question that’s going to dictate marketing for decades to come is how emotionally scarred this generation will be.”
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OBITUARIES GERALD F. MONAHAN Ocean Pines Gerald F. Monahan passed away Dec. 3, 2014. A native of the Bronx, N.Y., he was born Sept. 20, 1929. He has lived in Ocean Pines for the past 23 years. He is a graduate of Fordham Prep and University. He also attended Fordham Law Gerald Monahan School. While attending Fordham, he volunteered and served in the Korean War with the First Marine Division as a forward observer from 1950-1952. He held executive and advisory positions in the financial services industry for many years, and retired from AG Edwards in Salisbury. He was a member of the VFW, the Marine Corps League in Ocean City, and a for-
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Services will be private. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com. GARY P. PARSONS Berlin Gary P. Parsons, age 72, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Dec. 6, 2014. Gary was the son of the late Preston W. and Irma B. Parsons. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Sharon and his sons Brian and Todd; Brian’s wife, Summer Gary Parsons and grandchildren, Kristyn and Evan. He is also survived by a sister-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins. Gary was proceeded in death by his sister, Virginia Wimbrow and his brother, Wayne Parsons. Gary was born and raised in the Berlin area, graduated from Stephen Decatur High School and worked locally at Symington Wayne Corp in Salisbury. He also served in the Delaware National Guard. Gary loved people, which served him well in the field of customer service. He moved to Washington, D.C. where he worked for 30 years at PEPCo (Potomac Electric Power Company). Upon his retirement he and Sharon moved back to the Eastern Shore where he could pursue his passion for golf on an almost daily basis. He was an avid golfer and worked at several local golf courses, most recently in the Pro Shop of the GlenRiddle Golf Course. A Memorial Service was held at the Berlin First Baptist Church in Berlin on Dec. 11, 2014. Pastor Brad Diehl officiated. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Neuroscience Acute Care/Brain Rescue. Checks should be made payable to: The Fund for John Hopkins Medicine, Departments of
Neurology, 550 North Broadway, Seventh Floor Suite 731 Baltimore, Md. 21205. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home. Letters of condolence may be shared at Burbage@BurbageFuneralHome.com. CHARLES V. WICKLEIN, SR. Ocean City Charles V. Wicklein, Sr., 92, of Ocean City, passed away on Dec. 2, 2014. Charles was born on April 26, 1922 in Baltimore. He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII in the South Pacific. Charles was preceded in death by his former wife, Mildred “Sue” Wicklein, and his siblings, George Wicklein and Catherine Davis. He is survived by his wife of 21 years, J. Eileen Wicklein; his son, Charles V. Wicklein, Jr. and his wife, Cathy; his grandchildren, Michelle, Kristen and Chad; his step-daughters, Charlene O’Kane and her husband, Joe, Karen Fenner and Barbara Harle; his step-grandchildren, Chad and Travis and his sisters, Doris Blottenberger, Hazel Schnieder and Bertha Kirby. Charles is also survived by 13 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services were held at Singleton Funeral & Cremation Services, P.A. in Glen Burnie on Dec. 8, 2014. Interment was at Cedar Hill Cemetery. For further information, visit www.singletonfuneralhome.com. HELENE MONDER COHEN Ocean Pines Helene Monder Cohen, age 82, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury, on Dec. 4, 2014. Born in Newark, N.J., Helene was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Bessie Monder. Helene graduated from Barringer High School, married and moved to
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Clifton where she raised her three children and remained most of her life before moving to the Ocean Pines. Before retiring to care for her parents, Mrs. Cohen worked as an administrative assistant with Kearfott Corporation in Little Falls, N.J. Helene’s greatest pleasure was spending time with her children and her grandson. She was an avid reader and enjoyed the sunshine. Helene was preceded in death by her brothers, Gilbert and Alvin Monder and her sister, Janet Robins. Helene is survived by her daughters, Jill Cohen of Ramsey, N.J. and Jackie Flora and her husband, Arthur, and their son, Daniel, of Ocean Pines, and her son, Dean Cohen and his wife, Shareena, of Ft. Myers, Fla. Helene is also had several nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank a few people for their care and compassion toward the end of their mother’s life: Shonda G., the staff at Catered Living in Ocean Pines, the nurses and doctors at Atlantic General Hospital and the nurses at Coastal Hospice at the Lake. Donations may be made to Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733 Salisbury, Md. 21804 or Assateague Island National Park Service, Attn: Education Dept. 7206 National Seashore Lane, Berlin, Md. 21811. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home. Letters of condolence may be sent to the family via email at Burbage@BurbageFuneralHome.com BARBARA ANN CHARMAK Barbara Ann Charmak (nee de Luise) died peacefully in Maryland on Dec. 5, 2014 at the age of 75. Mrs. Charmak is survived by her children; son, Dr. William Charmak of Maryland, daughter and son-in-law Karen and Lawrence Zaslow, and grandson Noah of Chappaqua, N.Y., and companion Joel Graber of Chicago, Ill.
She is preceded in death by her husband, William Charmak of New York, Maryland and Florida. She was a devoted spouse, mother and grandmother. Mrs. Charmak was born in 1939 in New York City and held residences in New York, Maryland and Florida. She held many successful positions as a executive assistant, and was a talented artist and gardener. Family and friends will be notified of a celebration of Mrs. Charmak’s life to follow at a later date. Donations can be made in Mrs. Charmak’s name to Saint Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital at 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home. Letters of condolence may be sent to the family at Burbage@BurbageFuneralHome.com. HUBERTA “COOKIE” TAYLOR Willards Huberta “Cookie” Taylor, age 73, died Dec. 4, 2014. Born in Washington D.C., she was the daughter of the late Hubert H. and Ella Noe Hopkins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Chris Christianson. Surviving are her children, Raymond Paul Taylor of Baltimore and Lea Ann Doughty and her husband, David of Willards. Also surviving is her brother, Hubert “Bucky” Hopkins of Simpsonville, S.C. Mrs. Taylor was a homemaker. She was an animal lover and an avid gardener with a special place in her heart for roses. No formal services are planned at this time. A donation in her memory 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.
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By Taylor Sloan Intern (Dec. 12, 2014) The Young Professional Committee of the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce hosted its fourth annual United Christmas Spirit outing for more than 50 underprivileged children at the Berlin Walmart, located on Route 50, Dec. 6. “We had a lot of smiling faces and a lot of volunteers,” said Sara Sabia, committee coordinator. The purpose of the event is to teach children what the holiday giving season means. Each child was given a $100 spending budget to buy gifts for themselves or their family members. A chaperone helped each child budget their spending money and teach them the value of a dollar. “Sixty volunteers arrived at 5 a.m. Everyone had to be there between 5:15 and 5:45 a.m. at the West Ocean City Outback,” Sabia said. The children were then taken to Walmart to do their shopping. Walmart provided snacks, and Santa Claus made an appearance. After the children were done shopping the Worcester County Sheriff’s department shuttled the children back to Outback for a breakfast, while the
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as long as I know where the concern is coming from. It’s a ‘know thine enemy’ situation, so to speak,” Moore said. The commission voted to have the issue discussed again at January’s meeting, asking the OCPD to have additional officers familiar with noise enforcement in attendance. “You’ve made some good points, and I agree with a few of them,” Commission Chair Doug Cymek told Moore. “I have been concerned about the anonymous calls and not being able to identify the problem … it does seem arbitrary,” Meehan said.
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But while the commission was sympathetic to Moore’s issue, there was a question as to whether or not having meter readings taken from the complainant’s home was feasible. Many complaints are anonymous, although the police are able to get a rough location of the caller. But the OCPD is legally bound to check on anonymous complaints, even if someone calls from Baltimore. “The 911 system was built upon persons being able to call and maintain their anonymity,” said OCPD Chief Ross Buzzuro. Further, given that sound dissipates as it travels, noise standards would vary wildly between businesses, depending on how close residents were to them. For those without neighbors 50 feet or closer, this would essentially raise their noise limit. “We couldn’t be consistent without having some kind of standard distance,” Buzzuro said. The OCPD already generally gives businesses some leeway, working with them to resolve complaints and issuing warnings as long as good faith efforts are being made. Most meter readings, OCPD Capt. Kevin Kirstein said, are taken multiple times at much more than 50 feet from the property line, in order to give businesses a buffer before citations are issued. “There’s no action taken unless we can back it up with a meter reading that’s an obvious violation,” Kirstein said. Only then is the violation reported to the BLC. “[The police] go and verify the noise complaint, and if they can’t, the county doesn’t hear about it,” Ayres
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Pinch Me Therapy Dough big at AMA
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Feedback from recipients ‘fantastic’ as inventor says celebrities loved product
By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) Multiple doors have opened for Pinch Me Therapy Dough after the pliant putty was featured in celebrity gift bags at the American Music Awards, Nov. 23. “Feedback from the American Music Awards has been fantastic as the celebs loved Pinch Me,” said inventor Nancy Rothner. Nancy Rothner Organizers of the award show found the product and contacted her “out of the blue,” she said. Rothner sent 150 containers of Pinch Me Therapy Dough for the AMA gift bags. Actress Nikki Soohoo, who appeared in the movie the “Lovely Bones,” contacted Rothner to have Pinch Me featured at her launch party in Beverly Hills. Soohoo, Rothner said, will have the party this week and loves how each container sold will pay for a half-day of stress management training with Bootstrap USA for members of the military. Bootstrap is an easyto-use yoga system specifically designed to help heal military duty-related stress, including posttraumatic stress. “There has been a surge in activity since the AMAs and a huge explosion of activity in the last couple hours,” Rothner said. Another reason for the boost in activity is an interview Rothner had with nationally syndicated radio host Jon Grayson on “Overnight America” with CBS Radio. Rothner posts reviews of Pinch Me on her website, www.pinchmedough.com. “It’s nice because people have taken the time to describe the product in detail and it’s unique to see their words and experiences,” Rothner said, “I am very excited, it is a process, but everything has been going well. One door is opening up more doors.” The stress reliever is pliant putty infused with soothing scents and colors designed to channel relaxation through the senses. “We will continue to keep getting the word out in every way we can. It is important for people to know there is a tool that can reduce their stress level,” she said.
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By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) In a recent news release, The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced enhancements to programs designed to motivate homeowners to continue making their mortgage payments on time, strengthen the safety net for those facing continuing financial hardships and help homeowners build equity in their homes. Treasury and HUD established the Home Affordable Modification Program in 2009 to provide relief to homeowners through a combination of lowered interest rates and modified loan terms, thereby reducing monthly payments to affordable levels. In addition, many homeowners who remain current following their modification are eligible to earn up to $5,000 over the first five years of their modification, which is applied in repayment of their outstanding principal balance. Under the revised guidelines, all homeowners in HAMP will now be eligible to earn $5,000 in the sixth year of their modification, which will reduce their outstanding principal balance by as much as $10,000. Homeowners will also be offered an opportunity to re-amortize the reduced mortgage balance, which will have the effect of lowering their monthly payment. For homeowners who participated in a HAMP Tier 1 or similar non-HAMP modification but are still faced with difficulty making their payment, HAMP Tier 2 is an alternative modification that provides a low fixed rate for the life of the loan. The enhancements include reducing the interest rate for HAMP Tier 2 by 50 basis points, which will enable more homeowners to qualify for a modification, and extending the $5,000 pay-for-performance incentive to HAMP Tier 2 borrowers in good standing at the end of the sixth year of their modification. Another program, Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives, assists homeowners who need to transition to a more affordable livSee NEW Page 32
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New incentives for modified loans Continued from Page 31 ing situation through a short sale or deed-in-lieu. The amount of relocation assistance provided to homeowners moved to $10,000. “While the housing sector has strengthened in recent years, there are still many homeowners struggling to make their mortgage payments,” Secretary of the Treasury, Jacob J. Lew said. “The changes we are announcing today offer meaningful incentives for borrowers to stay current in their modifications, increase their opportunity to build equity in their homes, and provide vital safety nets for those facing greater financial strains.”
— Lauren Bunting is a licensed realtor with Bunting Realty, Inc. serving Worcester and Wicomico counties.
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(Dec. 12, 2014) GNC, also known as General Nutrition Center, is now open at White Marlin Mall in West Ocean City. White Marlin Mall is located at 12641 Ocean Gateway on Route 50 next to the Ocean City Tanger Outlets. The new GNC store is situated next to Michaels Crafts and Nice Nails in a space formerly occupied by Ledo Pizza. The White Marlin Mall store features the newest and most contemporary interior designs to allow shoppers to easily view the wide range of GNC health and nutrition products. The store manager is Eileen Fiore, with guidance from regional sales manager Shawn Kenny. There is a staff of four who provide a high level of nutritional product expertise. The White Marlin Mall GNC is open seven days a week on Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The store telephone number is 410-213-9523. GNC stores stock a wide range weight loss, bodybuilding, nutritional supplements, vitamins, natural remedies and health and beauty products as well as some flours, seeds and muesli. Offerings take the form of its own branded products and popular third party products. The stores also provide health and fitness books and magazines.
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Angelic cleaning service lands on Hatchery Road
By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) “An Angel’s Touch” cleaning service strives, in the words of owner Amy Donnelly, to provide efficient and trustworthy service as far away as Annapolis and as close as Ocean City. On Wednesday, Dec. 3, Donnelly had an official ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony at her new Bishopville location. “We love to provide the special angel touch to the area, affordable angels,” Donnelly said. Her business provides residential cleaning in homes, apartments and condos in addition to commercial cleaning services for rental units, offices and restaurants. Donnelly and her staff cleans construction and industrial sites, churches, public buildings and boats. Power and pressure washing of sidings, decks, driveways and patios is also available. Cleaning services for windows, hardwood floors and carpets are offered. Offices and residential cleaning are the business’ most popular services. Windows, Donnelly said, are many customers’ favorite service since “a little elbow grease can improve their outlook on the world.” “The length of time, thoroughness
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Attendees celebrate the ribbon cutting of “An Angel’s Touch” Cleaning Services in Bishopville on Dec.3.
we provide and the experience we have made us stand out. One of the biggest factors in providing a reliable service is trustworthiness,” Donnelly said. Donnelly retired from a government job and said she always had a knack for relating to older people. She said she always enjoyed helping them out by making sure their homes were spotless. Word of mouth attracted mothers who homeschool their children who did not always have the time to clean. Before Donnelly knew it, she said she
was providing commercial and industrial services for multiple people, which then turned into a full blown cleaning service. “We look forward to cleaning up Ocean City and the surrounding areas,” Donnelly said. Donnelly’s angels arrive with vacuums using hepa filtration systems and specially formulated cleaning products, but are equally happy to use customersupplied cleaners. For example, some customers, Donnelly said, prefer to use
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Mitrecic, Romano, Harrington score first-place finishes
Defense Decatur’s ‘bread and butter’ for ‘14-15 season
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Dec. 12, 2014) The Stephen Decatur boys’ basketball team dominated the Mardela Warriors from the beginning of Tuesday night’s game in Berlin. The Seahawks won in their gym packed with fans, 7148. “We’ve preached in practice that we have to get a better start and I think the Coach Johnson kids came out focused and got off to a pretty good start,” Decatur Coach Byron “BJ” Johnson said. “We controlled the game from the very beginning. I just think that we need to come out a little better on defense. That’s our bread and butter this year. If we’re going to win games it’s going to be on the defensive end of the floor.” Decatur led 12-4 at the end of the first quarter. By halftime, the home team had pulled ahead 29-14. The Seahawks’ momentum carried them through the third quarter where they outscored the Warriors 24-14. “We always preach defense and I thought defensively we did OK. We still need a lot of work on offense, but anytime you win with a young team you have to be patient and we feel that with each game we’re going to get better,” Johnson said. “To beat some of the top echelon teams, I think we need to execute a little better on offense, but we’ll take every ‘W’ we can get.” Junior captain Keyon Eley led his team with 24 points and five rebounds. As a Decatur captain, Eley said, “I was helping out my players and letting them know where they had to go, and helping out on defense. I don’t really care about who does the scoring as long as my team works together.” “It’s a team effort,” he added. “I think we did great. Our defense was on point, we got a lot of fast-break points and we advanced the ball a lot. It was a pretty good game.” Sophomore point guard Kevin Land contributed with 16 points, six rebounds and seven assists. Tyree Henry, a sophomore, added 11 points, nine rebounds and three blocks. Jaron Johnson, a freshman, logged 12 points. Decatur will host the Easton Warriors on Monday and the Pocomoke Warriors on Tuesday. Both games are scheduled to start at 5:30 p.m.
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Stephen Decatur junior captain Keyon Eley scores two of his team-high 24 points during Tuesday's game against Mardela in Berlin. Decatur won 71-48.
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Towering over two Mardela players, Decatur sophomore Tyree Henry puts the ball in the basket during Tuesday night's match-up.
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Dec. 12, 2014) The Stephen Decatur girls’ indoor track team finished fifth out of 20 schools, while the boys’ squad placed sixth during last Friday’s meet at the Worcester County Recreation Center in Snow Hill. “I thought we did OK for the first meet. The competition is always pretty strong when you have 20 Jody Stigler teams,” said Decatur Coach Jody Stigler. “We are really just trying to see where everyone fits during the first few weeks.” Smyrna won the girls’ competition with 86 points. Rounding out the top five teams were Caesar Rodney (71), Kent Island (69), Dover (67) and Decatur (50). Decatur sophomore Jillian Mitrecic took top honors in the pole vault event. She vaulted 7 feet 6 inches. Christina Romano, a sophomore, placed second in the 300-meter race. She crossed the finish line in 46.1 seconds. Her high jump of 4 feet 10 inches was good for first place. Senior Jenna Reimer earned second place in the 3,200-meter race with a time of 12:40.2. Reimer also ran a leg of the 3,200meter relay with teammates, juniors Alison Alvarado and Rachel Savage and senior Meya Chilengi. The girls finished in second place (11:27.4) behind Caesar Rodney (11:01.9). Dover won the boys’ competition with 150 points. Smyrna and Appoquinimink followed with 57.5 and 40 points, respectively. Wicomico and North Caroline tied with 39.5 points, Caesar Rodney tallied 36 and Decatur scored 25. “The Dover boys’ team is clearly very strong, but I thought we hung in there pretty well for the first meet,” Stigler said. Decatur senior Parker Harrington crossed the finish line first in the 800meter race (2:06.78). He was the team’s only first-place finisher. The 1,600-meter relay event was a tight race. Dover came in first place, completing the race in 3:48. Smyrna took second (3:49.3) and Decatur was close behind in third (3:49.8). Competing for the Seahawks was junior Scott Berry, Harrington and seniors Jackson Mumford and Ruben Ortega. The next indoor track meet is Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 2 p.m. at the Worcester County Recreation Center.
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Worcester Prep sophomore Regan Lingo makes a layup during Monday's match against Chincoteague in Berlin.
Worcester Prep's Leigh Lingo, a sophomore, takes the ball to the basket during Monday's competition against Chincoteague in Berlin.
Mallards log 57-8 win over Ponies
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Dec. 12, 2014) The Worcester Prep girls’ basketball team scored 57 points and held the Chincoteague Ponies to just eight during Monday’s game in Berlin. “I think they’re playing much better on offense. They started moving the ball pretty well and our shots are getting much better,” Prep Coach Simona Holland said. “I feel like this year it’s not just about defense, it’s our offense too. It’s much better than
last year. As you can see, we score more points.” The Lady Mallards put 20 points on the board in the first quarter, while the Ponies netted three. At halftime, the Prep squad led 29-5 and after three quarters, the home team boosted its advantage to 41-8. Worcester tacked on 16 points in the fourth quarter and held Chincoteague scoreless. Senior captain Sophie Brennan led the Mallards with 14 points and three rebounds. Grace Tunis, a jun-
ior, chipped in with 11 points and five rebounds. Senior captain Molly Soule and sophomore Karlie Southcomb contributed with eight points apiece. “I think they look pretty good. I’m happy with their performance right now,” Holland said. Worcester will travel to Greenwood, Del. today, Friday, to face the Greenwood Mennonite Flames at 5:30 p.m. On Monday, the Mallards will host the St. Thomas More Ravens at 4 p.m.
Ocean City Surf Club membership meeting, Sunday
(Dec. 12, 2014) The Ocean City Surf Club will hold its first annual membership meeting Sunday, Dec. 14 in the Community Room in the Ocean City Recreation & Parks building on 125th Street, bayside, at 6 p.m. This meeting is open to members only and members must be prompt, as doors will be closed at 6 p.m. Membership to this 501 (C) (3) non-profit dedicated to celebrating the ocean, its community, its heritage and future is open to anyone interested in joining. Young, old, local and visitors all are welcome in this nonprofit, beach-centered organization. More information on the club and membership application can be found online at http://oceancitysurfclub.org/. Also check OCSC out on FaceBook. Firmly rooted in the rich surf history of Delaware, Maryland and Virginia, the OCSC was created last year as an initiative to support area youth through scholarships, mentoring and fostering respect for others, the ocean and the fragile eco-system. More than 400 members strong, the OCSC has hosted several beach clean ups and programs, surfing competitions, awarded scholarships, conducted surf clinics and school programs, and socials. Members don’t have to surf to be a participant, they just need to care about the community and beaches. For more information, email smith_sandi@hotmail.com.
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Decatur boys’ swim team wins season opener
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Dec. 12, 2014) The Stephen Decatur boys’ swim team won its season opener, 97-73, over the Easton Warriors Tuesday at the Pocomoke YMCA. “It was a good first meet for the boys,” said Coach Damien Sanzotti. “The boys swam well, but we do have a lot of work to do. A lot of rudimentary things to work on.” Junior Andrew Gottfried scored victories in the 200 IM (2:12.84) and the 100-yard butterfly (55.88 seconds).
Senior captain Dalton Warren won the 100-yard backstroke (1:03.78). Warren and Gottfried teamed up with senior captain Chris Poole and freshman Kevin Williams for the 200-yard medley relay race. The boys won the event in 1:50. Damien Sanzotti The Lady Seahawks came up a bit short in their competition. Easton edged out
Decatur, 88-82. “The girls did well. It was a tight meet the whole time,” Decatur Coach Steve Deakyne said. Senior captain Carly Deickman took top honors in the 100-yard breaststroke (1:13.31) and junior Madison Tinus was victorious in the 50-yard freestyle race Steve Deakyne (26.53 seconds). Deickman, Tinus and juniors Marley Rakow and Hai-
ley Williams out-swam their competition in the 400-yard freestyle relay race (4:14.06). “It was a good way to start the season. The girls were a little disappointed because they went undefeated last year,” Deakyne said. “We know where we stand and where we can improve. It’s something to build on and to motivate for the future.” Decatur is scheduled to meet the Queen Anne’s Lions at Washington College today, Friday, for competition at 7 p.m.
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By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Dec. 12, 2014) The Worcester Prep boys’ basketball team fought back to within one point of the Chincoteague Ponies Monday night in Berlin, but the Mallards were unable to pull ahead and lost the game, 5948. “We have to do a better job of handling pressure, moving the ball and man-to-man defense,” said Prep Coach Keith Geiger. “Hopefully, we can learn a little from this game and improve on those aspects.” Chincoteague led 14-6 at the end of the first quarter. At halftime, the visiting Ponies held a 31-18 advantage. Worcester trailed 43-30 at the end of the third quarter. The Mallards chipped away at the Ponies’ lead in the fourth and got to within one point, but they failed to gain an advantage. “We switched defense into a zone, which helped. I was disappointed that our man-to-man defense wasn’t very effective, but I thought we played better in the second half,” Geiger said. “We got to within one point in the fourth quarter, but Chincoteague went back to a press and it
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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) Stephen Decatur standout shortstop Justin Meekins celebrated his decision to play baseball for the NCAA Division I University of Maryland during a signing at the high school on Nov. 20. Meekins, 18, also played quarterback for Decatur’s football team and travels with the Mid-Atlantic Red Sox club baseball team. He has been playing baseball since he was 4 years old and grew up playing alongside his Decatur teammate, Grant Donahue. Donahue officially announced he will play for University of Virginia on Nov. 20, as well. Meekins said he was very excited to officially commit to the University of Maryland on a partial athletic scholarship this past May. “I choose the University of Maryland because it’s in my home state and I have a good opportunity to be a starter early on in college,” Meekins said. During a visit, Meekins became fond of the big campus and atmosphere, in addition to enjoying a football game he attended. He stayed with a few baseball players and said they took good care of him. In college, he plans on majoring in special education. “I think it’s important to help others who do not have the same opportunity to do what I can,” he said. His college goals are to earn a degree and graduate. He wants to be a vital part of the baseball team and win a national championship. After college, he hopes to get a teaching job and coach baseball. Meekins is a few months away from playing his final season for Decatur. His goals for the season are to win Bayside, regional and state championships. He wants to be named Bayside South’s Player of the Year for the second year and said defeating Decatur’s rival Parkside twice is important to his season. “Out of every 100 baseball players, only four go on to play any type of college ball. I’ve been coaching at Stephen Decatur for 13 years and we’ve only had three signings,” SDHS baseball Coach Rich Ferro said. “To be having two in one year [Meekins and Donahue], that is unheard of honestly, especially for them to be attending Division I schools like this.” The 18 year-old has a list of honors including being a starter on Decatur’s baseball team since his freshman year, Bayside South’s Player of the Year and being named to team Maryland’s roster in 2014. In addition, Meekins has made the preseason allstate team the past two years. “Justin will be competing for an infield spot at the University of Maryland. He will need to out-work his completion and try to get in the lineup as a freshman,” Ferro said.
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Decatur pitcher, Donahue, to compete for Univ. of Virginia
By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) Stephen Decatur star pitcher Grant Donahue was beaming during a signing on Nov. 20, where he announced the decision to play baseball for the NCAA Division I University of Virginia. Donahue, 17, will pitch and play third base in his fourth and final season as a Decatur Seahawk. In addition to high school, he has played club ball with the Evoshield Canes the past few years. The sparkle in Donahue’s eyes when he talks about playing baseball is apparent, which he has been doing since he was old enough to hold a ball. “Grant and Justin [Meekins] have been playing together since they were 7 years old. It has been nice to watch them grow up playing baseball,” said Donahue’s mother, Denise. Donahue committed to the University of Virginia in the summer of his sophomore year with a partial athletic scholarship. He had to think for a moment about his signing, which happened a couple of years ago. “The moment I shook hands was … unbelievable,” he said. “The first time I went to the field and stepped on the mound it felt like a fit. Like I was supposed to play here.”
Donahue said he enjoyed the entire baseball facility from the weight room to the field when visiting University of Virginia. He admitted he fell in love with the Charlottesville area and the beautiful campus. After meeting the players, he said he could see himself fitting into “the family” and he enjoyed getting to know them. His college goals include winning a national championship, deciding what he will major in and working hard to finish college. He is passionate about baseball and would love to be playing or involved with the sport as a career. It is not always fun and games when training. Donahue travels to Denton three times a week with his pitching coach where they mostly work on conditioning. Donahue has reached his final season of baseball for Stephen Decatur High School and said he enjoyed the past three years on the team. His goals for the final season are to win Bayside, regional and state championships. Defeating rival Parkside twice is an important part of his season, he said. “The boys are part of a great program and nucleus. They won a Bayside title and lost in the regional finals last year,” Decatur Coach Rich Ferro
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Stephen Decatur baseball Coach Rich Ferro joins seniors Justin Meekins, left, and Grant Donahue, for a photo, Nov. 20, at the Berlin school, as the boys announce they will be playing Division I baseball for University of Maryland and University of Virginia, respectively.
said. “They’ve been very successful by working extremely hard to get where they are today. That is why [Meekins and Donahue] are sitting in front of you and going on to play at Division I schools who are powerhouses in their conferences and on the national level.” Meekins officially announced he will play for University of Maryland the same day. Donahue has a list of accolades including being a starter on Decatur’s
baseball team since his freshman year, Bayside South’s Pitcher of the Year and a selection on team Maryland’s roster in 2014. He will be attending an awards banquet at Camden Yards this winter. In addition, Donahue has made the preseason all-state team the past two years. “In college, Grant will get better because he has a great coach. Coach [Karl] Kuhn will make him stronger and help command his pitches,” Ferro said.
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Winterfest youth soccer camp set for Dec. 22-23
Shots don’t fall for Lady Seahawks in loss to Mardela
By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Dec. 12, 2014) The anticipated match-up between the Stephen Decatur girls’ basketball team and the Mardela Warriors didn’t have the outcome the Lady Seahawks had hoped for on their home court Tuesday night. The Seahawks were pumped up, the crowd was enthusiastic, but as shots failed to fall, it effected their game, Coach Amy Fenzel-Mergott said. “There was a couple of things going on in the first half. We couldn’t make a basket and that made it challenging for us, and then we were hesitant to shoot,” she said. “We also got into some foul trouble.” Points were traded in the first quarter and after eight minutes, the visiting Warriors held an 11-9 advantage. Mardela capitalized on steals and Decatur turnovers and extended its lead in the second quarter. At halftime, the Warriors were on top, 33-18. During the break, Fenzel-Mergott told her players they needed to come to the ball, be more aggressive and move their feet on defense. The Seahawks outscored the Warriors 17-15 in the third quarter. Mardela went into the fourth quarter ahead 48-35. Decatur tallied 28 points to
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Stephen Decatur junior Dayona Godwin goes hard to the basket, scoring two of her team-high 34 points during Tuesday's game against Mardela in Berlin.
Mardela’s 24 in the fourth quarter. The Warriors won the game, 72-63. “We turned it on in the fourth quarter and our shots started falling,” Fenzel-Mergott said, but the lead was too large to overcome. Junior Dayona Godwin was Decatur’s top producer with 34 points. That brought her career points total to 952. Senior captain Jillian Petito
scored 10 points. “As a team we didn’t shoot well. We didn’t do the things we normally do well,” Fenzel-Mergott said. Wicomico will come to Berlin today, Friday, to play Decatur at 5:30 p.m. The Seahawks have road games Monday and Tuesday against the Easton Warriors then the Pocomoke Warriors. Both matches are set to start at 5:30 p.m.
(Dec. 12, 2014) Ocean City Recreation and Parks will host Winterfest Soccer Camp during the Christmas school break. It is open to boys and girls ages 6-16. Camp Director, Eddie Pinto, is a player and coach with a distinguished soccer career including an undefeated and not-scored-upon season as coach of Parkside’s JV girls’ team. In addition, Pinto brings nine years of experience as director of the MidAtlantic Soccer Club and five years as director of Eastern Shore United Soccer Club. Colligate players, including Alex Pinto, Lindsey Keen, Abby Keen and Tyler “Chuck” Taylor, will assist Pinto with instruction. Winterfest Soccer Camp will be held Dec. 22-23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Northside Park on 125th Street in Ocean City. Campers will receive a soccer ball, T–shirt and giveaways, a 4x6 photo with coaches, a certificate of completion and a pizza party on their last day. The cost is $40 for residents, $50 for non-residents. To register online, visit www.oceancitymd.gov or stop by Northside Park for a registration form. For information, call Lynda Brittingham at 410-250-0125.
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Members of the Ocean City Parrothead Club and Greene Turtle West General Manager, Chad Rogers, third from right, display toys donated by guests attending the club's 16th annual Hots for Tots Chili Cookoff, Dec. 7 at the West Ocean City restaurant. Guests were asked to make a $10 donation or provide a new, unwrapped toy for the Ocean City Police Department’s toy drive and Santa House in Snow Hill. Monetary donations will benefit nine families adopted by the OCPHC for Thanksgiving and Christmas as part of Worcester County G.O.L.D. "Helping Hands for the Holidays" program.
‘TIS THE SEASON FOR GIVING Local organizations collect toys, food and clothing for those in need this holiday
By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) The Ocean City Police Department, Santa House, Worcester G.O.L.D. and Toys for Tots will be assisting local families in need this holiday season by collecting toys, food, clothing and monetary donations throughout the area. Ocean City Police Department and Santa House The Ocean City Police Department will be working with Santa House for the second year to provide food and toys to local families. These donations will help struggling families across Worcester County have a jolly holiday season. “We were already working very closely with them [Santa House.] We figured it would be more efficient, spread the love and help even more families in the county,” said OCPD Public Affairs Specialist Lindsay Richard. “The relationship has been working out great.”
The Santa House is collecting new, unwrapped toys until the deadline on Monday, Dec. 15. The toys can be dropped off at the Public Safety Building, located on 65th Street or at any Calvin B. Taylor Bank location throughout Worcester County. Monetary donations can be mailed to Santa House, Inc. at P.O. Box 14, Snow Hill, Md. 21863 and there is no deadline because Santa House helps needy families all year around. The Parrothead Club had its annual ‘Hots for Tots’ Chili Cook-off last weekend at the Greene Turtle in West Ocean City where they collected toys for Santa House and the Ocean City Police Department. In addition, the organization ‘Toys for Tommy’ will host a couple different events at local bars. They collected dozens of toys and more than $600 in donations at Burley Oak in Berlin on Dec. 1. Yesterday, Fager’s Island held a holiday party where they collected toys and donations for the organizations. In 2013, the Santa House provided food, toys and clothes for more than 500 families, including 50 from
Ocean City. Ocean City families who have signed up can pick up their items on Friday, Dec.19 at the Public Safety Building from 9 a.m. to noon. Unfortunately, because of the long process of setting up items for needy families, the deadline for accepting new families is over. “We have a number of families signed up this year. There won’t be a shortage of families being helped even though the deadline has pasted,” Richard said. Contact the Santa House at 443944-2011 with donation questions. Worcester G.O.L.D. The Worcester County G.O.L.D. (Giving Other Lives Dignity) “Helping Hands for the Holidays” program is in its 18th year and they are seeking sponsors. The program served 940 needy people in Worcester County last holiday season. This year there are an abundance of children and elderly who need food, clothing, household items and gifts or toys. “We see a lot of need especially in Snow Hill and Pocomoke. There are See ASSIST Page 42
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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) The fourth annual SantaCon, a Christmas celebration and festive bar crawl in Ocean City will kick off Saturday at 3 p.m. on the Boardwalk in front of the replica shark near the Life-Saving Station Museum and the inlet parking lot. Participants will meet organizer, “Sandy Claws” and the group will head to Wicomico Street and party at the Cork Bar, Bearded Clam and Pour House for a few hours. The exact route and time spent at each bar will be posted on SantaCon’s Facebook page today, Friday, the eve of the event. Expect SantaCon to end on 28th Street with at least one stop being at de Lazy Lizard on First Street, bayside. “We liked to be coy in the past, but we want everyone to know where we will be throughout the night because it is easier for friends and the Santas involved,” Claws said. Santas have been known to choose their own route, which is fine with event organizers. “You will see Santas all over the town that night,” Claws said. Participants are required to come in costume, but are encouraged to be unique and not necessarily dress up as Santa. Claws urged people to “not just go buy a Santa hat at the drugstore, be creative.” Since the event’s inception in Ocean City, people have dressed up as holiday movie characters ranging from “A Christmas Story” to “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” Even the abominable snowman showed up at SantaCon last year. There will be some walking between bars and Santas are advised to come dressed for the weather. Cabs will be available for longer journeys. “Have a sober Santa or get a cab,” Claws said. Santas should come with cash and pay as they receive each drink to make it easier for bartenders. Also, organizers will not have to wait for patrons to settle their tabs when they want to move onto the next destination. In the spirit of giving, Santas are asked to bring gifts for the Worcester County Humane Society such as dog food, cleaning supplies and blankets. Last year, participants filled an entire truck of supplies for cats and dogs in need. In addition, Claws will be collecting money for a 50/50 raffle that will benefit Assateague Coastal Trust. The number of participants has See SANTAS Page 43
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Assist those in need this holiday season Continued from Page 41 parents working multiple minimum wage jobs and a nice Christmas is beyond their budget,” said Worcester G.O.L.D. Executive Director Claire Otterbein. “The community is so generous with donations coming from organizations, youth groups, and churches. It is great to see the generosity.” Community sponsors are matched up with families or individuals in need. Worcester G.O.L.D. wants to match up as many people and families as soon as possible. The needy families fill out a form, which will provide gift ideas and clothing sizes for their sponsor to buy. Since the organization has a small staff, they set Friday, Dec. 19 as the last day for accepting names.
Helping Hands for the Holidays is a great way for service clubs and youth groups to give back to their neighbors living in poverty. Monetary or gift card donations are needed to provide for people not matched directly with a supporter. Donations can be made through PayPal at worcestergold.org or sent directly to Worcester County G.O.L.D., P.O. Box 39, Snow Hill, Md. 21863. Anyone interested in sponsoring a child or senior can call G.O.L.D. at 410-677-6830. Worcester G.O.L.D. is a nonprofit who provides financial aid to families in crisis, vulnerable adults and children in foster care. “There are many ways for people to help those in need. We are working all year around and I understand the busy holiday season is hard,” Otter-
bein said. “Just remember us and other charitable organizations when the holidays are over.” Toys for Tots Last year, Toys for Tots distributed 16.8 million toys to seven million less fortunate children. Locally, 7,619 toys were delivered to 344 children. All toys are distributed locally to children in areas including Ocean City, Berlin, Frankford and Selbyville. “The general community and outpouring of toys is very beneficial for the program. People really get behind it,” said Toys for Tots Coordinator Jack Carey. They will have a fundraiser and buffet on Sun. Dec 14. at the Princess Royale Hotel on 91st Street from 1-4 p.m. There will be a $10 donation to attend and no toys will be accepted. Entertainment will be provided by
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HOROSCOPE
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your love of the holidays creates a special bond between you and the people in your life. Use this as a way of building stronger relationships that will carry over well beyond this time.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A new approach could go a long way toward resolving a painful estrangement, especially at this holiday time. And since your aspects favor friendship this week, why not go ahead and try it?
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Your positives continue to dominate, and any negative factors that squeeze in can be dealt with easily. The secret is to tackle them at once and not allow them to benefit by your neglect.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Good news: A colleague’s remarks could help you move toward ultimately resolving that persistent workplace situation. Meanwhile, enjoy the holidays with loved ones.
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Santas to invade resort for fourth annual SantaCon Continued from Page 41 grown every year with about 100 Santas showing up in 2011, the first year of the event. About 170 Santas participated in SantaCon last year. “I am seeing the same names of people on Facebook who attended last year, we have a decent following,” Claws said. “It’s a highlight for a certain crowd of people who live in Ocean City and we are seeing out of towner’s joining in as well.” Among those was a Lancaster, Pa. man, who stumbled upon SantaCon last year and had enjoyed his time so much he plans to make a weekend of the event with his family. SantaCon started in 2011 when a group of friends, led by the mysterious Sandy Claws, decided Ocean City was a good place to establish another holiday tradition. “There was a couple of my friends the first year and next thing you know, 50 to 100 Santas pull up in taxis,” Claws said. “It has become an all ages crowd because it’s fun to watch. We see happy, jolly faces everywhere and have not had a bad Santa yet.” The event was started to be a fun time with friends, in addition to supporting the community. The presence of Santas help strengthen the local economy during a time when local
A slew of Santas, from left, Patrick Sommer, Mario Ramirez, Michael Malpezzi and Dave Wilson, celebrate with Christmas tree Therese Powell and “Lumpy d’Coal” at Ocean City’s third annual SantaCon last year. The group stopped for a photo at the Purple Moose Saloon on Talbot Street before heading over to Cork Bar, on Wicomico Street, with fellow Santas.
businesses are missing the profits of tourism. They look forward to the business and the fun in seeing everyone dressed up, Claws said. “Stop by and hang out for a while. It will guarantee to put a smile on your face,” Claws said. “If you’re not in the Christmas spirit by SantaCon, you will be afterward.” Party City is offering a 15 percent discount for SantaCon participants and the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street will have re-
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SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) The holiday season provides an
opportunity to meet new people, some of whom you might even consider “worthy” enough to join the Scorpio’s select group of friends.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) You always bring your
own wonderful sparkle and light to the holidays, and don’t be surprised if this year someone special reaches out to respond to your warmth in kind.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Togetherness is the dominant
theme for the Goat’s holiday celebrations this year. That means reaching out to bring everyone you care for into your very own special circle of light.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A reminder of a very special mo-
ment from the past makes the holidays more memorable for the romantic Aquarian. New friendships hold the promise of a romantic future as well. Getting into the swim of things for all you party-loving Pisceans is easy enough this holiday season. And, of course, you can expect to impress people wherever you go.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20)
BORN THIS WEEK: Your dedication brings you the success you strive for, and your generosity impels you to reach out and help others on their way up.
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15th St. & Baltimore Ave. Ocean City 410-289-7192 www.captainstableoc.com Every Friday & Saturday: Phil Perdue
BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH 116th Street, behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium Ocean City 443-664-2896 Every Wednesday: The Baltimore Boyz, 7-10 p.m.
Ocean City 410-723-6762 Dec. 12: Philly George Project, 8 p.m. to midnight
Ashcraft & The Saltwater Cowboys Dec. 12: Bill Patton Dec. 13: TBA MARYLAND WINE BAR
HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 S. Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-1846 Dec. 12: Ladies Night w/DJ Bill T Dec. 13: Simple Truth, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. Dec. 14: Opposite Directions, 2-6 p.m. Dec. 18: Opposite Directions, 6-9 p.m.
FAGER’S ISLAND 60th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-5500 Dec. 12: Nate Clendenen, DJ RobCee Dec. 13: DJ RobCee
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OCEAN CLUB NIGHTCLUB In the Horizons Restaurant In the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel 101st Street and the ocean Ocean City 410-524-3535 Every Thursday-Sunday: DJ Dusty, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dec. 12-13: First Class, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. SEACRETS 49th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-4900 Dec. 12: The Freddie Long Band, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dec. 13: Power Play, 5-9 p.m.; Steal The Sky, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. WHISKER’S BAR & GRILL 11070 Cathell Road, Suite 17 Pines Plaza, Ocean Pines 443-365-2576 Dec. 12: Karaoke w/Donnie Berkey, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
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OUT & ABOUT
Mother’s Cantina: Marben Rufio Calderon, left, Neely James and Mario Vasquez
Harborside: From left, Amber Nielsen, Celeste Caldi, Summer Mattie, Mike Hudson and Robert Conner
Pickles Pub: Amber Doby, left, and Robyn and George Fitting
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HOTS FOR TOTS The Ocean City Parrothead Club’s 16th annual Hots for Tots Chili Cookoff was held Dec. 7, at the West Ocean City Greene Turtle. Approximately 250 people stopped by throughout the day to sample chili recipes from nine local restaurants and to cast a vote for their favorite. Mother’s Cantina, 28th Street in Ocean City, won with “Mother’s Chili Con Café.” The Best of Show award also went to Mother’s. OC Brewing Co., 56th Street in Ocean City, placed second with “Joshua’s Red Hot Chili” and Greene Turtle West took third with its “GT Chili.” Guests were asked to make a $10 donation or provide a new, unwrapped toy for the Ocean City Police Department’s annual toy drive and Santa House in Snow Hill. Monetary donations will benefit nine families adopted by the OCPHC for Thanksgiving and Christmas as part of Worcester County G.O.L.D.’s “Helping Hands for the Holidays” program. Photos by LISA CAPITELLI Greene Turtle West: McKena Cooke
The Greenhouse: Nancy, left, and Brandi Bolt
OC Brewing Co.: Kerry Cettei and Matt Rankin
Blu Crabhouse & Raw Bar: Marsheka Tindley, left, and Kara Hawkins
Applebee’s: Jill Trent, left, and Ashley Thurmon
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Ocean City icon, ‘Boardwalk Elvis,’ honored at event
(Dec.12, 2014) An Ocean City legend, “Boardwalk Elvis,” was one of the guests of honor during the 21st Night of 100 Elvises in Hunt Valley, Md. last weekend. Worcester resident Tim Gilbert accompanied the 75-year-old, also known as Norman Webb, to the convention after calling organizers to see if they would give Webb recognition at this year’s event. Longtime friends, Gilbert had hoped to take Webb to the popular Elvis event for a number of years, thinking attendees would recognize Webb from their vacations to Ocean City. The show’s director called Gilbert back within minutes, letting him know they were sending all-access and backstage passes, and teasing the idea of bringing the performer on stage. “It was magic and unreal. I’ve known the man since way before you were born. It was indescribable. Norman was the bell of the ball,” Gilbert said. “Norman was the most photographed Elvis in the joint,” Gilbert continued. “Even the other Elvises were asking to take pictures with him. It took 25 minutes to get 30 yards because there were so many people stopping us to take pictures.” When they first set foot into the Hunt Valley Inn, the host venue, Gilbert said an Elvis who was performing in the lobby stopped midsong to give Webb a shout-out. Webb ate up the attention, letting everyone know how many Facebook friends he currently had and handing out cards with the web address and his picture to hot women. “He’s a gift that keeps on giving,” Gilbert said. Organizers brought Webb on stage in between acts, and the crowd kept screaming his name. Webb, a prolific showman, couldn’t stop waving and posing for the delighted audience. “The crowd was kind and generous. They were sincerely happy to see him,” Gilbert said. “He did not sit down. He was up interacting, dancing and taking pictures. He kept asking everyone, ‘you know me?’” Webb even received a nod in the program welcoming him to the event. “It was almost like he expected people to recognize him, like this happens to him all the time,” Gilbert said. Before becoming “Boardwalk Elvis,” Gilbert would see Webb walking on his hands down the Boardwalk, or singing popular songs from the ‘60s and ‘70s, including plenty of Elvis Presley numbers. The day Elvis died, Gilbert went to find Webb, figuring his friend would be understandably upset. Webb’s reaction was, “they really need me.” He felt, since Elvis was no longer around to entertain, it was his See WEBB Page 48
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PHOTO COURTESY TIM GILBERT
Ocean City legend, “Boardwalk Elvis,� also known as Norman Webb, was one of the guests of honor during the 21st Night of 100 Elvises in Hunt Valley, Md. last weekend.
Webb recognized during Night of 100 Elvises festival Continued from Page 46 job to step up. The pair’s relationship transformed one evening, when Gilbert came across several people bullying Webb at bar. Gilbert walked up to the performer and asked if he had anywhere to go. When Webb said no, Gilbert welcomed him into his home. Gilbert said he has “endearing memories� from the days when Webb
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would show up at his house every weekend. Their closeness is apparent when Gilbert talks about a “Christmas with the King� video shot of Webb and Gilbert’s children. Webb made sure Gilbert had 25 copies prepared to share with friends and relatives. “He looks dark if you just glance at him, but in reality he is one of the sweetest human beings I’ve ever known,� Gilbert said.
Berlin’s first Barter Fair at Zenna Wellness Studio, Fri.
By Taylor Sloan Intern (Dec. 12, 2014) Grateful Living Homestead and Zenna Wellness Studio will present Berlin’s first Barter Fair on Friday, Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. “We are helping other people get away from commercialism,� said Monika Lilley, of Grateful Living Homestead, located on Logtown Road in Berlin. “The fair will be a great asset for all
of us, and great for the public to buy locally homemade gifts,� said Chrissy Ehrhart, owner of Zenna Wellness Studio in Berlin, where the fair will take place. “It’s going to boost festive cheer that’s already in Berlin.� The fair allows for local artisans, retailers, bakers and crafters to showcase their wares. Those in the service industries can bring gift certificates to barter and trade with others in the See LOCAL Page 49
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Local artists, bakers and crafters to showcase wares Continued from Page 48 community. Those who do crafts as a hobby are encouraged to display their creations, Lilley said. Grateful Living Homestead will present handmade items including soaps, salves (ointment used to promote healing of the skin) yarn and buttons. The Good Farm will offer special varieties of organic potatoes, garlic and seeds. Grateful Shreads, Garments and Threads will be trading 100 percent, recycled, wearable art clothing and Mon Reve Farm will bring hand-painted gifts and herb blends. Debbie Dean Colley, owner of Mixed Greens, will feature her “spirit animal” paintings, upcycled scarves, “Dream-Keepers” and handpainted holiday ornaments. Skate, Break, Create will display handmade jewelry made from broken skate decks and Mr. Bone Jangles will
offer one-of-a-kind deer antler buttons and jewelry. Lilley asks vendors with large items to call and reserve a space. Vendors must bring their own tables. The event is free to attend and to participate, but donations for Zenna Wellness Studio are encouraged. Participants may also use cash as a form of bartering. For vendor and fair information, contact Lilley at 443-373-3115 or email gratefullivinghomestead@gmail.com.
PHOTO COURTESY MONIKA LILLEY
Monika Lilley of Grateful Living Homestead makes soap. She will present a variety of handmade items including soaps, yarn and buttons during Berlin’s first Barter Fair, Dec. 12.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Sicilian Christmas parfait decadent holiday dessert
By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Dec. 12, 2014) The Sicilian Christmas parfait is decadent dessert and is a takeoff on Sicily’s best-known Christmas cookie with figs. The cookie’s principle filling consists of dried figs and nuts They are adorned with royal icing and colored sprinkles or simply a dusting of confectioner’s sugar. Variations of these cookies are plentiful and it is common to cut slashes into the pastry to highlight the filling. See PARFAIT Page 54
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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 / $$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Western Caribbean cuisine, Eastern Shore favorites, gourmet and tasty liquid desserts. ■ ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717 / www.ocitalianfood.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Serving homemade Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and pasta. Elegant dining room with fireplace. Early bird specials every day from 5-6 p.m. ■ BILLY’S SUB SHOP, 140th Street, Ocean City, 410-250-1778; Route 54, Fenwick Shoals, Fenwick Island, Del., 302-436-5661 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Dine in, carry out, free 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 410-524-7575 / www.bjsonthewater. com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open year-round. Entire dining menu served 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week. Daily specials, daily duck feeding. Entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. No cover. Available for parties and banquets. Indoor and outdoor dining. ■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR, 94th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3983 / www.bluefishoc.com / $-$$ / 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 ST & Coastal Hwy., (Behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium), Ocean City 443-664-2896 / www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations recommended for large parties / Children’s menu/ Full bar / Serving Lunch & Dinner. Eastern Shore fare with a New Orleans Flare. Seafood, Steaks & Pasta dishes—Specializing in Jambalaya, Creole, & Gumbo. Our Signature Tenderloin New Orleans is heaven on a plate- Blackened Filet Mignon topped with a Blackened Crabcake smothered in our spicy Hollandaise sauce & home- made Bourbon Bread Pudding topped with home-made ice cream & rum sauce. Home of the Ragin’ Cajun Bloody Mary. ■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT, 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410289-7192 / www.captainstableoc.com / $$$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Family-owned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott. ■ DUFFYS, 130th St., in Montego Bay Shopping Ctr. & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250 1449 / www.duffysoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining indoor or outdoor seating. Irish fare & American cuisine—Something for everyone our menu features appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks & seafood. Dine In, Carry Out, Happy Hour Daily 3-6 pm. ■ FAGER’S ISLAND RESTAURANT & BAR, 60th Street on the bay, Ocean City 410524-5500 / www.fagers.com / $$-$$$ / VMC-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.
■ GALAXY 66 BAR & GRILLE, 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762 / $$$$$ / V-M-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Contemporary restaurant offering light fare and full entrees. Award- winning wine list, signature drinks and cocktails. ■ HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL, 12841 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-2131846 / www.ocharborside.com / $$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Casual waterfront dining serving seafood, steaks, sandwiches, salads, wraps and pasta. Home of the “Original Orange Crush.” Entertainment Thursday through Sunday. ■ HARPOON HANNA’S RESTAURANT & BAR, Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del. www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual waterfront restaurant serving lunch, dinner. Fresh fish, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and allyou-can-eat Alaskan crab legs. Open yearround. ■ HEMINGWAY’S AT THE CORAL REEF, 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612 / www.ocmdhotels.com/hemingways / $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Elegant dining room, Floridian/island-style cuisine. Seafood, tropical salsas, grilled steaks, pork chops, grilled pineapple, banana fritters, entree salads. ■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE, 31st Street, Ocean City, 410-289-2581 / $-$$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / We have proudly served Ocean City, Maryland for over 40 years. Known for All You Can Eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs. ■ HIGH STAKES BAR & GRILL, Route 54, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-537-6971 / $-$$ / V-M-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Carry-out available / Full bar / Casual dining, daily happy hour and daily food specials. Live entertainment. ■ HOOTERS, Route 50 & Keyser Point Rd., West Ocean City 410-213-1841 / www.hootersofoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Full bar / Hooters makes you happy at our year round restaurant and bar. Open Daily at 11 a.m. Enjoy our new menu with enjoyable juicy burgers, garden fresh salads, wings with 12 delicious sauces and signature seafood entrees. We have a great line of Hooters apparel. Large parties are welcome. Please call for private party information. Carry out available. Like us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram and Twitter @hootersocmd. ■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535 / www.clarionoc.com / $-$$ ($20-45) / V-MCAE-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 410-723-5600 / 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 - Johnny’s Special, Neptune’s Seafood Feast Pizza, and MD Blue Crab. Huge variety of calzones, subs, burgers and sandwiches to choose from. Ocean City’s place for jumbo wings with 20 different sauces. Coldest draft beer in town served in a chilled mug. Voted best sound system for
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live music. Carry out or delivery til 4 a.m. ■ JULES FINE DINING, 118th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3396 / www.ocjules.com / $$, $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Local fare, global flair. Fresh seafood year-round, fresh local produce. ■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ, 67th Street Town Center, Ocean City 443 664 5639 / www.longboardcafe.net / $$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full Bar / We are the locals favorite serving lunch and dinner. Longboard Cafés menu offers unparalleled flare from the lite fare to dinner entrees — offering a variety of burgers, paninis, sandwiches and salads … even a popular "veggies" menu featuring their famous wrinkled green beans. Signature house libiations and signature entrees made with the finest ingredients from local farms and fisheries. A family restaurant. ■ MERMAID COVE PUB, 33195 Lighthouse Road, Williamsville, West Fenwick, Del. 302-436-0122 / $ / V-MC / No reservations required / Full bar / Get ship-wrecked at the Mermaid Cove with pub, drink and food specials daily. Lump crab cakes, rock and mahi tacos, fried oyster sandwiches and platters are among the items to choose from. Breakfast served weekends. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. Take-out available. ■ OCEAN CITY BREWING COMPANY, 56th Street, Ocean City 443-664-6682 / www.ocbrewingcompany.com / $-$$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No Reservations required / Children’s menu / Full Bar / Family Restaurant. Craft Beer. Serving lunch and dinner daily 7 days a week, 11am-2am. Menu selections "Almost Famous" Made to Order Eggrolls, Gourmet Flatbreads, Signature Salads and Sandwiches, Soft Tacos, Fresh Burgers, and more. Happy Hour Sunday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. and 10 p.m. to close. Now offering gourmet breakfast, Saturdays and Sundays, 8 a.m. to noon. ■ POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN, Route 50, West Ocean City 443-664-2105 / $ / VMC / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, year-round. Every Tuesday, two-piece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo. ■ SEACRETS, 49th Street, Ocean City 410524-4900 / www.seacrets.com / $$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Island atmosphere. Soups, salads, Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood. ■ SEASONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 118th Street, in the Carousel Oceanfront Hotel and Condos, Ocean City 410-5241000 / www.carouselhotel.com / $-$$ / VMC-AE-DIS / 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. ■ SIMMER TIME, Rt. 54, Fenwick Island, next to Mio Fratello 302-436-2266 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Fondue and more in an intimate atmosphere; small and large parties. ■ THE BRICK HOUSE PUB, 67th Street, in the Holiday Inn Oceanfront, Ocean City 410-524-5252 / www.ocmdhotels.com/ brickhousepub / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Relax and enjoy the laid back atmosphere of this casual brew pub. Enjoy a lite bite, or watch the game on one of our huge flat-screen TV's. Dine on the freshest raw bar specialties, or try one of the local favorites, including fresh rockfish, shrimp, crab cakes, spicy hummus, juicy burgers and steaks, piping hot made-to-order pizzas, fla-
vorful sandwiches and gourmet salads. Extensive micro-brew list and beers on tap. Happy hour specials daily. ■ THE COTTAGE CAFE, Route 1 (across from Sea Colony), Bethany Beach, Del. 302-539-8710 / www.cottagecafe.com / $, $$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Seafood, kids’ menu, happy hour specials. Lunch and dinner daily. Breakfast buffet on weekends. ■ THE COVE AT OCEAN PINES, 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410-6417501 / www.oceanpines.org/ $$ / 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 Outside Dining areas. Open-Air Bar and Live Entertainment. Check website for special events. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. ■ THE CRAB BAG, 130th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410-250-3337 / www.thecrabbag.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Full bar / Dine in and carryout. Open 7 Days a week, 11 am til late night. Huge menu; something for everyone. Hot steamed crabs, world famous fried chicken, ribs, burgers, barbecue, pasta, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and more. Lunch and weekly carry-out and dinner specials. The best happy hour at the beach with drink and food specials. ■ THE DOUGH ROLLER, 41st Street & Coastal Hwy 410-524-9254, 70th Street & Coastal Hwy 410-524-7981 / www.DoughRollerRestaurants.com / $ / VMC-AE-DIS / Ocean City’s Favorite Family Restaurant for 35 years! Both stores open daily serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fresh breaded, cooked to order Dayton’s Boardwalk Famous Fried Chicken & Seafood is sure to please! Check out our ad for specials. ■ TOUCH OF ITALY, 67th Street and Coastal Highway, in the Holiday Inn Oceanfront, Ocean City, 302-703-3090 / www.TouchofItaly.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Full Italian Style Restaurant, with great menu including Pasta, Wood Fired Pizzas, appetizers, plus Full Italian Deli with heros and catering for take outs. ■ UBER BAGELS & DELI, 126th Street, Ocean City 443-664-6128 / www.uberbagels.com / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Indoor and outdoor seating or carry out. Ocean City’s best bagel and deli featuring made-fromscratch, New York-style bagels. Full breakfast menu of bagels and spreads as well as egg sandwiches and lunch menu offers a huge selection of cold sandwiches featuring Boar’s head meats and cheeses. ■ VICTORIAN ROOM RESTAURANT, Dunes Manor Hotel, OCEANFRONT at 28th and Baltimore Ave, Ocean City 410-289-1100 / www.dunesmanor.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Children’s Menu / Open year round - With floor to ceiling windows overlooking the ocean, it’s an elegant and friendly place serving breakfast, lunch and dinner 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Also featuring the Zippy Lewis Lounge with HH from 4-7 p.m., Milton’s Outdoor Oceanfront Café and Barefoot Beach Bar inseason. ■ WHISKERS PUB, 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-524-2609 / www.whiskerspub.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Old World saloon-type feel, Whisker’s is famous for its Certified Angus® burgers and delicious casual fare, as well as its entertaining atmosphere and photo lined walls of famous and infamous “whiskers.” Enjoy flat screen TVs to watch your favorite sports. Open year-round, 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m., serving lunch and dinner daily. Happy hour every day 4-7 p.m. Nightly food specials.
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ART RECEPTION Hon. Daniel Mumford and his wife, Liz, attend the First Friday reception at the OC Center for the Arts on 94th Street, Dec. 5.
OPEN HOUSE Enjoying the Holiday Open House during the Art League of Ocean City’s First Friday reception, Dec. 5, at the OC Center for the Arts on 94th Street, are Tess Stoner, Claire Stoner and Toscha StonerSilbaugh.
OCES THANKSGIVING BLOOD DRIVE Stephen Decatur High School senior Austin Dundore gives a thumbs up as he donates blood through the Alyx Component Collection System, which collects double the amount of red cells, during the Key Club sponsored Blood Drive on Dec. 2. Decatur was the top school on the Lower Eastern Shore last year for donations, with more than 120 volunteers ready to donate blood to Delmarva Blood Bank.
Ocean City Elementary School Kindergarten students, Kaleb Stewart and Mia Barzilay West, from Christine Lieb’s class are dressed up in their Thanksgiving finery to enjoy a special snack. The celebration is a culmination of a month-long unit on the first Thanksgiving celebrated by the Pilgrims in the new land.
EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT
WPS SERVICE Mike Nally, left, was the featured speaker during Worcester Prep’s annual Thanksgiving Service. The former Army Airborne Ranger and student of effective leadership and organizational dynamics, spoke to students in assemblies for Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade and grades 6-12. He is pictured with Erik Zorn, president of the Student Government Association and Headmaster Dr. Barry W. Tull.
Benjamin Kolarik and a crew of six completed his Eagle Scout Project in late November. He sold bricks throughout the summer at each mass and constructed a Memorial Brick Garden Boarder in front of Holy Savior Catholic Church on 17th Street. “I am pleased with how the project turned out and I’m looking forward to the years of enjoyment it will bring,” he said.
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PRACTICE Ocean City Elementary School fourth graders, Lily Canfield, Lauren Hoffman and Jenna Danner practice an “OC STARS” routine in preparation for upcoming holiday parades and performances.
TOUR GUIDES Stephen Decatur High School National Honor Society members take time out from serving as tour guides during Parent Conference Night to pose with the Seahawk mascot (Justin Meekins). Pictured in back row, are Craig Snyder, Matthew Krall, Ryan Bennett, Claire Edmunds, Mallory Rolleston and Lauren Bodolus, and in front, Claire Esham, Jordan Klebe and Delilah Purnell.
PHOTO COURTESY TED PAGE
DONATION The Assateague Questers donate $600 to the Historic St. Martin’s Foundation through its annual Card Party to raise funds for its selected historic preservation causes. Historic St. Martin’s in Showell was the beneficiary of this year’s event. Pictured, from left, are Vice President, Theresa Bruner; President, Sherrie Beckstead; Assateague Quester’s President, Barb Coughlan and Second Vice President, Susan Mariner.
PHOTO COURTESY D.J. LANDIS, SR.
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA When the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department holds its annual Breakfast with Santa, the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines–Ocean City participates by preparing the food. Pictured with Mr. and Mrs. Claus during the Dec. 6 breakfast, from left, are Dan and Barb Peletier and Ralph Chinn.
NEW OFFICERS Atlantic General Hospital Auxiliary celebrates the installation of new officers during its annual membership meeting on Dec. 2. New AGH Auxiliary officers, from left, are Michael Gough, president; Janice Slaysman, vice president; Ann Hamilton, treasurer; Barbara Loffler, recording secretary and Mary Ellen Arena, corresponding secretary.
CHECK PRESENTATION At left, Atlantic General Hospital Auxiliary Executive Committee members present a check for $125,000 to President and CEO, Michael Franklin, for second floor renovations at its annual membership meeting. Pictured, from left, are Michael Gough, vice president; Mary Ellen Arena, corresponding secretary; Ann Hamilton, treasurer; Jane Wolnick, president; Franklin and Barbara Loffler recording secretary.
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Ocean City’s 32nd annual Christmas parade results
(Dec. 12, 2014) Ocean City’s 32nd annual Christmas parade attracted several thousand spectators who lined the parade route along Coastal Highway from 100th to 115th Street last Saturday. Sixty groups participated in the parade, which was sponsored by the Gold Coast Mall Merchants Association. Professional judges from the National Judges Association chose the top units in nine categories. Parade winners were: School Bands: first place, Snow Hill High School; second place, Pocomoke High School; and third place, Stephen Decatur High School Fire Departments: first place, Ocean City; second place, Ocean Pines; See SNOW Page 55
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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Continued from Page 49 Parfait is a creative alternative to cookies and takes less time, which can be a blessing during the holiday season. Sicilian Christmas parfait consists of a nut and dried fruit mixture nestled between crisp chopped biscotti, rum raisin ice cream, and delicate whip cream. Rum raisin ice cream is a perfect pairing with the nut and dried fruit filling. Chopped biscotti accents texture and the whip cream tie the dish together. *Food for Thought - The very expensive pine nut come from pine cones, but only the seeds of a few varieties are large enough to process for the market. They are produced around the Mediterranean, in Asia, and Southwest America. Once the cones have ripened, they are harvested in a warm place until the scales on the cones open and the seeds can be shaken out. This is a labor-intensive undertaking and one reason for the exorbitant price. Sicilian Christmas Parfait Ingredients 1 1/2 cups soft dried Mission figs, hard tips removed 1 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup unsalted pistachios, shells removed 1/2 cup toasted walnuts 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts 1/3-cup honey 1-teaspoon vanilla extract 2/3 cup apricot jam 2 to 3 splashes good quality brandy ¼ teaspoon ground espresso coffee Few pinches each cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and fresh nutmeg Zest of 1 navel orange Zest of 1 lemon 2 (14.4 ounces) Haagen-Dazs rum raisin ice cream 4 plain biscotti cookies, chopped Whip cream Fresh mint as a garnish 4 parfait glasses 1. Chop dried fruit and nuts. 2. Add the remaining ingredients to the dried fruit mixture except for the ice cream, biscotti, whip cream, and fresh mint in a large bowl. Mix well and refrigerate covered for 8 hours. 3. Layer parfait starting with fruit mixture, followed by chopped biscotti, rum raisin ice cream and whip cream. The amount of layers will depend on the size of the parfait glass. Top with whip cream and a garnish of fresh mint. Serve immediately. Serves 4 Secret Ingredient - Relaxation. “Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax.” – Mark Black
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Snow Hill ROTC top marching unit Continued from Page 54 and third place, Girdletree School Floats: first place, Ocean City Elementary Commercial Floats: first place, Harrison Group; second place, Frontier Town; and third place, Trimper’s Rides Non-Commercial Floats: first place, Titanium Wrecks; second place, Atlantic General Hospital; and third place, Sonspot Ministries Antique Cars: first place, Ocean City Cruisers; second place, Delaware Antique Car Club; and third place, 1973 Fire Truck Motorized Vehicles: first place, Assateague Island National Seashore; second place, Matteo’s Salsa Loco; and third place, Mary Beth Carozza Marching Units: first place, Snow Hill ROTC; second, Pocomoke ROTC; and third, Stephen Decatur ROTC
OP rec dept. hosts holiday activities
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Frontier Town won second place in the Commercial Floats category of Ocean City’s 32nd annual Christmas parade last Saturday.
(Dec. 12, 2014) Children are invited to join the Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks Department this holiday season for special activities designed for them. On Saturday, Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to noon, children ages 4-8 can create Christmas ornaments. Materials and instruction will be provided. Cost is $15 for Ocean Pines residents, $20 for non-residents. The workshop will be held at the community center. During the Glamour Girl Holiday Spa Day, Saturday, Dec. 20, 1-4 p.m. at the community center, girls ages 4-10 can get manicures, pedicures, hair styling and makeup application. Cost is $15 for Ocean Pines residents, $20 for non-residents. Pre-registration is required for both activities. For more information, call 410-641-7052.
I would like to thank the Ocean City Community for another great Thanksgiving dinner. This was the 35th free Thanksgiving dinner hosted by Ocean City Baptist Church (OCBC). Every year it amazes me how OCBC and the community come together to make this event possible.
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This year we had 125 volunteers who helped serve over 600 meals to police, fire, business, and several who joined our family for dinner. All who attended enjoyed turkey and gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, sweet potatoes, corn, sauerkraut, bread, pumpkin pie, apple pie, cookies, and cranberry sauce. This dinner has become a tradition for the Ocean City Community and I enjoy watching people get fed physically and spiritually! I am very thankful to be the pastor of a caring and generous church that serves in a generous and loving community. Below is a list of several business who donated time, money, and supplies that made this event possible. Thank you for being a part of God’s greater plan in this world.
Sincerely, Sean Davis Pastor (OCBC)
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Humphreys Foundation, Inc. St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal Church Chef Paul deHuarte and Ristorante Antipasti D3 Corp Headlines, LLC Centerplate at Roland Powell Convention Center Ocean City Shark Tournament Commander Hotel BJ’s on the Water Joan Jenkins Foundation Taylor Bank Crack of Dawn Bakery Wonderland Day Care Ocean City Elks Lodge #2645 Seaside Christian Academy Bank of Ocean City
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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. Dec. 12 OCEAN CITY MAYOR’S PRAYER BREAKFAST — Clarion Resort Fontainebleau
Hotel, 10100 Coastal Highway in Ocean City, 7-9:15 a.m. Tickets sold in advance only for $16. Ticket purchase locations: Long and Foster Realty, 118th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City; City Hall, Third Street and Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City; Ocean City Chamber of Commerce, Route 50, West Ocean City; Cropper Oil Company, Route 50, Berlin; or by mail, 204 Graham Avenue, Berlin, MD 21811.
BINGO — Knights of Columbus, 9901
Coastal Highway (rear of St. Luke’s Church) in Ocean City. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games begin at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments for sale. Info: 410-524-7994. Stevenson United Methodist Church, 123 North Main St., Berlin, 4-7 p.m. Dinner includes roasted pork, green beans, roasted potatoes, cornbread and a drink. Cost is $10. Also bake sale table and carryouts available. Info: 410-6411137.
HOLIDAY ROASTED PORK DINNER —
St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Life Center, 103rd Street, Ocean City. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for dinner, curtain at 7 p.m. Presented by the Ocean Pines Players. Admission cost is $25 and full dinner, wine, live pre-show entertainment, silent auction and full-length play. Reservations: 410-600-0462. All profits go to performing arts scholarships for local students.
‘ANOTHER NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS’ —
HOLIDAY ‘MAKE AND TAKE’ CRAFT NIGHT — Worcester Youth and Family Counsel-
ing Services, 124 N. Main St., Berlin, 56:30 p.m. An evening of crafting and activities. Some projects will be donated to local organizations, and others will be ready to take home that night. For ages 3-11 years. Info: 410-641-4598.
SAT. Dec. 13 THE TEXAS TENORS - DEEP IN THE HEART OF CHRISTMAS — Ocean City Performing Arts Center in the Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 8 p.m. Special guests The Reminders. For tickets, call or visit the Ocean City Box Office, 410-723-8601 or Ticketmaster, 800-551-SEAT.
Georgetown Public Library, 123 W. Pine St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Delaware Sea-
FREE CHRISTMAS TRAIN DISPLAY —
side Railroad Club will present five operating model railroad layouts. Info: 302856-7958 or Delawareseasiderailroadclub.com.
BREAKFAST BUFFET WITH SANTA — The
Restaurant at Lighthouse Sound, 12723 St. Martins Neck Road, Bishopville, 8-11 a.m. Live holiday music and Santa and his elves (bring cameras). Menu includes scrambled eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage biscuits and gravy, donuts, orange juice and coffee. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 6-12 years and free to those 5 and younger. Purchase tickets at the door or in advance at Lighthouse Sound Restaurant or at Calvin B. Taylor Bank branches. Proceeds benefit Diakonia. Info: Debbie Anderson, 202-309-2798 or DLAndrson@aol.com.
COOKIE WALK — Community Church at Ocean Pines, 11227 Racetrack Road, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A variety of homebaked holiday cookies sold for $7 per pound. Meet Santa Clause and his elf. Proceeds benefit Diakonia Homeless Shelter and Food Bank.
St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Life Center, 103rd Street, Ocean City. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for dinner, curtain at 7 p.m. Presented by the Ocean Pines Players. Admission cost is $25 and full dinner, wine, live pre-show entertainment, silent auction and full-length play. Reservations: 410600-0462. All profits go to performing arts scholarships for local students.
‘ANOTHER NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS’ —
COOKIE WALK — Sound United Methodist Church, 37733 Lighthouse Road (Route 54), Selbyville, Del., 10 a.m. to noon. Info: Cliff Toomey, pastor, 302-542-5242.
DELMARVA CHORUS’ CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS — Ocean Pines Commu-
nity Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 7 p.m. An evening of holiday music and song. Free admission. Cookies and beverages.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST — VFW, Post 8296, 104 66th St., bayside in Ocean City, 8-11 a.m. A $5 donation for all-you-can-eat pancakes or 2-2-2, two eggs, two pancakes and two bacon slices, includes coffee and juice. Bloody Marys cost $3. Info: 410-524-8196.
FARMERS MARKET — White Horse Park,
239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Locally grown vegetables and fruits, eggs, honey, kettle korn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats and more. New vendors welcome. Info: 410641-7717, Ext. 3006.
LUNCH WITH SANTA — 28th Street Pit & Pub, 2706 N. Philadelphia Ave, Ocean City, noon to 3 p.m. Arts & crafts, goodie bags, cupcakes to decorate, bake sale and Santa. Cost is $5 for children 12 and younger. Sponsored by Ravens Roost #58. BREAKFAST WITH SANTA — Seacrets, 117
49th St., Ocean City, 8 a.m. to noon. Cost is $10 per person and includes breakfast buffet and a 4x6 photo with Santa. Bake sale. Proceeds benefit Believe in Tomorrow Children’s House by the Sea. Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 9:30 a.m. John McFalls will address “What’s Your Place in the Ocean?” Building one regional ocean action plan for the states of Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, New Jersey and New York. Buddy Seigal will speak on the Marine Recreational Information Program regarding summer flounder and other issues. All are welcome. Members are reminded to take canned goods or money to be donated to Diakonia. Info: Jack Barnes, 410-641-7662.
OCEAN PINES ANGLERS CLUB MEETING —
SUN. Dec. 14 Berlin Fire Hall, 214 N. Main St., 7:3011:30 a.m. Menu includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, biscuits, cereals, coffee, milk and juice. Cost is $9 for adults, $7 for carry-outs, $5 for children ages 5-12 and free for children 4 and younger.
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST BUFFET —
Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Department Community Center, 1410 Market St. Santa arrive at 4 p.m. by helicopter. Decorated windows and train display. Picture with Santa. Drop off Christmas lists in Santa’s mailbox. Cookies and hot chocolate served by Mrs. Claus and the elves. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Info: 410-957-1919.
‘WINDOWS AT THE FIRE HOUSE’ —
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. OCEAN CITY SURF CLUB MEMBERSHIP MEETING — Northside Park, Community
Room, 200 125th St., Ocean City, 6 p.m. Open to members only. Membership is open to those interested fostering respect for others, the ocean and our eco-system. Info: smith_sandi@hotmail.com, www.oceancitysurfclub.org or on Facebook. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Life Center, 103rd Street, Ocean City. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. for dinner, curtain at 4 p.m. Presented by the Ocean Pines Players. Admission cost is $25 and full dinner,
‘ANOTHER NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS’ —
wine, live pre-show entertainment, silent auction and full-length play. Reservations: 410-600-0462. All profits go to performing arts scholarships for local students.
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS #169 — At-
lantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Group is a 12-step program for anyone struggling with a compulsive eating problem. No initial meeting charge. Meeting contribution is $1 weekly. Info: Bett, 410-202-9078.
SUNDAY NIGHT SERENITY AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING — Woodlands in
Ocean Pines, Independent Living Apartment Building, 1135 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, 7:30 p.m. St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 11211 Beauchamp Road, Berlin, 3 p.m. Scriptural readings, hymns, carols and time for meditative silence. All are welcome. Admission is free; free-will donations accepted. Info: 410-208-2956.
‘A FESTIVAL OF LESSONS AND CAROLS’ —
MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE — Most Blessed
Sacrament Catholic School, 12242 Racetrack Road, Berlin, 1-3 p.m. Tour facilities, meet the teachers and speak to administrators regarding enrollment possibilities. Info: Lisa Edmunds, 410208-1600.
MON. Dec. 15
HYPERTENSION CLINICS — Sponsored by Atlantic General Hospital and takes place at Coastal Drugs, 10231 Old Ocean City Blvd., Suite 103, James G. Barrett Medical Building, Berlin, 10 a.m. to noon. Free blood pressure screening and health information. Info: Dawn Denton, 410-641-9268. CPAP MASK FITTING — Atlantic General
Hospital Sleep Disorders Diagnostic Center, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin. Free, monthly mask fitting clinic for patients who are having trouble adjusting to their CPAP equipment. By appointment only: Robin Rohlfing, 410-641-9726. 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 —
DELMARVA SWEET ADELINE CHORUS MEETS WEEKLY — The Delmarva Chorus,
Sweet Adeline’s, meets each Monday from 7-9 p.m., at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway. Women interested in learning the craft of a cappella singing welcome. Info: 410641-6876.
DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CLUB HOLIDAY
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CALENDAR LUNCHEON — Lighthouse Sound Restaurant, 12723 St. Martin's Neck Road, Bishopville, 11 a.m. Cost is $24. Info: Sandy, 814-322-2119.
TUES. Dec. 16 Berlin group 331, Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 5:30-7 p.m. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Info: jeanduck47@gmail.com.
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WED. Dec. 17
HYPERTENSION CLINICS — Sponsored by Atlantic General Hospital and takes place at Walgreens, Bethany Beach, Del., 10 a.m. to noon and at Walgreens, Selbyville, Del., 1-3 p.m. Free blood pressure screening and health information. Info: Dawn Denton, 410-641-9268. BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP — Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 7-8 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. PLAY TIME — Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For infants to 5 year old children. Info: 410524-1818. BINGO — Every Wednesday at Ocean
City Elks Lodge 2645, 138th Street and Sinepuxent Avenue, rear of the Fenwick Inn. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., games start 6:30 p.m. Food is available. Open to the public. No one allowed in the hall under 18 years of age during bingo. Info: 410-250-2645. Meets every Wednesday at Peaky’s Rooftop Restaurant & Bar, located in the Fenwick Inn, 13801 Coastal Highway, Ocean City. Beginner and intermediate lessons, 5:30-6:30 p.m., followed by dancing 6:30-9 p.m. Jitterbug, swing, cha-cha to the sounds of the ’50s, ’60s and Carolina beach music. All are welcome. Info: 302-200-DANCE (3262).
DELMARVA HAND DANCING CLUB —
KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OCEAN PINES/OCEAN CITY — Meets every
Wednesday at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway. Doors open at 7 a.m., meeting begins at 8 a.m. Info: 410-641-7330.
BAYSIDE BEGINNINGS AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING — Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 7:30 p.m.
ART WITH A HEART Let the Art League of Ocean City make fundraising fun. Enjoy a stress-free art experience and unleash your inner artist all while raising money for your charity or organization. Schedule a fundraiser at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street for a night of painting (Brushes and Bubbly) or pottery (Sip and Ceramics). An artist will guide participants step-by-step. No experience necessary. Bring snacks and refreshments and the Art League will supply the rest. Charity or organization must be a registered 501c3 non-profit organization. To schedule a fundraiser, contact the Art League at 410-524-9433. Worcester County Health Department, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, third Wednesday of each month, 6 p.m. Open to anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide. Info: www.choosetolivemaryland.org or 410-629-0164.
THURS. Dec. 18 STROKE SUPPORT GROUP — Atlantic
Health Center, 9714 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 2-3 p.m. Providing physical and emotional support for survivors and caregivers to share personal experiences and challenges. Key speakers with expert knowledge concerning areas of concern for those affected by a stroke.
YOUNG AND RESTLESS - REINDEER GAMES — Pocomoke library, 301 Market St. Holiday games and crafts for 3 to 5 year old children. Info: 410-957-0878.
YOUNG AND RESTLESS — Pocomoke li-
brary, 301 Market St., 10:30 a.m. Reindeer Games holiday games and crafts for 3-5 year old children. Info: 410-957-0878.
BEACH SINGLES — Every Thursday,
Beach Singles 45-Plus meets for happy hour at Harpoon Hanna’s, Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del., 4 p.m. Info: Arlene, 302-436-9577; Kate, 410524-0649; or Dianne, 302-541-4642.
BINGO — American Legion Post 166,
2308 Philadelphia Ave., in Ocean City, every Thursday, year round. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., games start at 7 p.m. Food available. Open to the public. Info: 410289-3166.
Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th St, Ocean City, 6 p.m. Info: 410-641-1700 or kbates@taylorbank.com.
CHAIR AEROBICS — St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Community Life Center, 10301 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 1-2 p.m. Free will offering appreciated. Sponsored by St. Peter’s Senior Adult Ministry. Info: 410-524-7474.
SUICIDE GRIEVERS’ SUPPORT GROUP —
PINE’EER CRAFT CLUB HOLIDAY LUNCH-
OCEAN CITY/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING — Captain’s Table Restaurant in the
EON — Ocean Pines Yacht Club, 1 Mum-
ford’s Landing Road, 11 a.m. Reservations: Sharon, 410-208-3032.
ONGOING EVENTS
WINTERFEST OF LIGHTS — More than one million holiday lights throughout the resort and at Northside Park, 200 125th St. in Ocean City, through Jan. 4, 2015. The heated Winterfest Village pavilion features hot chocolate, Yukon Cornelius’ gift shop and photos with Santa. Board the Winterfest Express to tour hundreds of animated, lighted displays. Admission. Hours are Sunday through Thursday, 5:30-9:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 5:30-10:30 p.m. Info: 800OC-OCEAN, 410-250-0125 or www.ococean.com.
HORSE & CARRIAGE RIDES — Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., through April 26, 2015. Passengers board near Thrasher’s at the Ocean City Inlet and travel around the pier and down the Boardwalk to Fourth Street and back. Carriage is heated. Cost is $10 for adults and free for children 3 and younger. Info: Randy Davis, 443-783-1409. COMPUTER AND E-READER INSTRUCTION — Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway. Staff offers individual computer or E-Reader instruction by appointment: 410-524-1818.
MOTOWN, THE MUSICAL BUS TRIP — Mo-
town founder Barry Gordy’s journey from featherweight boxer to a musical mogul who launched the careers of Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson & many more. This show has now come to Broadway Philadelphia. Bus departs the Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway on Jan. 18, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. and returns at approximately 6 p.m. Cost for this trip is $105 per person (family circle seats). Register: 410-641-7052 or stop in the
Ocean Pines Recreation Department. Pine’eer Craft and Gift Shop, White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines. Shop will be open every Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring handcrafted home décor, jewelry, doll clothes, sweatshirts and more created by members of the Pine’eer Craft Club.
PINE’EER CRAFT AND GIFT SHOP OPEN —
Takes place the third Wednesday of each month at Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 1-2 p.m., and the third Thursday of each month at Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., 1-2 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about diabetes and its treatment is invited to attend. Info: Worcester County Health Department, Prevention Services, 410632-0056.
FREE DIABETES SUPPORT GROUPS —
Group meets the first Friday of each month at 1 p.m in the library meeting room. Discussions on library and volunteer needs and often include interesting speakers. Followed by refreshments. New Friends always welcome.
FRIENDS OF THE OCEAN CITY LIBRARY —
Luncheon meeting, third Tuesday, 1 p.m., Ocean Pines. Info: 410-208-1398.
WIDOWS & WIDOWERS SOCIAL CLUB —
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West OC Cashier position starting at $9/hr. Apply online at: delmarvadd.com
We are hiring CNAs! Coastal Home Care, an extension of Capital City Nurses, is hiring for short and long hours, Monday through Sunday, Part-time and Full-time on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and in the state of Delaware. Applicants must have CNA certification and at least 1 year of experience working on staff at a hospital or nursing home. To apply, visit our website at www.capitalcitynurses.com and click on “Our Team” to submit an online application. For more information, call us at (410) 572-5606.
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HELP WANTED
Now Hiring YR, F/T Housekeepers - Apply in person Club Ocean Villas II, 105 120th Street, Ocean City, MD Hiring Year Round Experienced Cook and Server for Italian/American Restaurant. Apply in person Alex’s Italian Restaurant, Rt. 50, West Ocean City.
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for South Moon Under No experience necessary. Female applicants must be at least 5’7” size 0-2. Male applicants must be at least 6’0” size 31-34 waist. Please contact models@southmoonunder.com and include name, at least one full length photo, height and sizes. GIRLS’ LACROSSE COACH VACANCY Worcester Preparatory School, a coeducational college preparatory day school serving over 500 students in grades PK – 12, seeks an experienced and motivated coach for girls’ lacrosse for the spring season. Minimum of 2yrs experience required. Contact: Matt McGinnis at (410) 641-3575 or email mmcginnis@ worcesterprep.org
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RENTALS
1BR Home w/Garage in Bishopville. 2 people max. No smoking/pets. $875/mo. includes heat. Call Howard Martin Realty 410-3525555. YR, OC 94th St. 4BR/2BA Sundeck, nice yard, water view, residential neighborhood. 9304 Chesapeake Dr. $1795/mo. 410-726-3226
YR, Selbyville 3BR/2.5BA New carpet, new paint, lawn care, off-street parking, DW, W/D. No pets. $900/mo. 302362-6538
YR, 2BR/2BA Condo - Very nice, furnished Condo. $1250/mo. for WR $750/mo. Now till May 1st. Bill 301537-5391.
YR South OC, Bay View @ 9th St. 3BR/1BA, furn./unfurn. Condo. $985/mo. + utils. & 1 mo. sec. dep. No pets/smoking. 443-889-2193
Year Round Rentals Available. Call Century 21 New Horizon 410-723-4500. Winter Rentals OC - Nice & clean. 2BR Apt. $499/mo. 5BR Apt. $750/mo. 7th Street, downtown. 443-2356770
SEASONAL RENTALS Pool Front Rooms $165 Efficiencies $185 2 BR Apartments $250 Burgundy Inn 1210 Philadelphia Ave. 410-289-8581
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WR Oceanfront 2BR Condo Fabulous views. Cheap heating & electric bill. WiFi, cable included. $899/mo. No smoking/pets. 410-490-0427
WR, Executive 4BR/3.5BA Home in WOC, Martha’s Landing - Lg. Home w/yard. 2.5-car garage, W/D, great views. Pets negotiable. $2100/mo. 240-643-6800 YR 3BR/3.5BA Townhouse for Rent - $1600/mo. or Roommate Option. Off 94th Street on canal. 443-2355147 leave message.
Y/R Rentals - Berlin Rentals starting at $605/mo. 400 sq. ft. Office Space starting at $400/mo. Bunting Realty, Inc. 410-641-3313, Buntingrealty.com.
BB Apts. - 2BR/1BA-YR 9830 Keyser Point Rd. WOC Behind Rite Aid on Rt. 50 1BR/1BA Main St., Berlin $900/mo. each 443-614-4007
WINTER RENTAL
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312 Sunset Dr. 2BR/1.5BA, newly remodeled, big kitchen/living area. $300/week includes utilities or $850/mo. you pay utilities. Security deposit $1500. No smoking/pets. Call for Year Round pricing, 410-4287333. www.SunsetTerrace Rentals.com
Single Family Homes Starting at $950 Condos Starting at $825
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YR or Seasonal WOC. 1BR Apartment for Rent. Newly remodeled. W/D, nice porch. 443-373-1319 YR, Ocean Pines, 3BR/2BA Home - Clean, like new, 1450 sq. ft. Screened porch, lge patio, 2 sheds, $1350/mo. + utils. No Smoking/Pets. 410-236-1231 YEAR-ROUND / OCEAN PINES - Waterfront Condo bordering golf course. 3BR/2BA, fireplace + boat dock. $1500/month. Call 410-603-7373.
Y/R, 3BR/3BA Townhouse avail now in OP. Gated community w/beautiful views of the new Yacht Club and harbor off front decks and views of the bay/OC off back decks. Elevator, garage and FP. Call 443-523-2838
RENTAL WANTED RENTAL WANTED
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ROOMMATES ROOMMATES
Year Round Room Rental Ocean Pines. Full house privileges. Garage. $450/mo. including utilities. References required. 443-880-1877
$175/week Sleeps 4, Pool, Internet Rambler Motel 9942 Elm Street Right behind Starbucks Manager on site or call 443-614-4007
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3BR/2BA Spacious Rancher with 1-Car Garage, on corner lot in South Ocean Pines. Hardwood floors, deck, new roof, shed, appliances, central air, gas heat. For Sale By Owner $197,000. Rent Option also available $1,300/ mo. Call 410-924-6634.
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2BR/2BA Mobile Home-Near Ocean City. FP, Shed, Furn. $25,000/Cash. $400/mo. Ground Rent. Includes water, sewer, trash & taxes. Call Howard Martin Realty 410352-5555
NEW PRICE $189,500! 3BR/ 2BA Home in Willards. LR, Family Rm, Hardwood floors, gorgeous large kitchen, 2 car garage on 1/2 acre. Call Howard Martin Realty 410352-5555 Classifieds 410-723-6397
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COMMERCIAL
WOC Office Space Great for professional i.e. Real Estate, Law Firm, Medical Herring Creek Prof. Ctr. 1000 Sq. Ft. $1,000/mo. negotiable 443497-0514
Restaurant For Sale – Berlin Former Boomers Restaurant, at the corner of Main Street and Rt. 113. Fully equipped 90 seat restaurant, lots of nice equipment, all in excellent shape. Great location for Diner, Family Restaurant, Breakfast, Pizza, lots of potential. Located across from the county ball fields and Worcester Prep School with great exposure to Rt. 113. A new hotel is planned for across the highway. Berlin needs a family restaurant. Eat-in, carryout and delivery all permitted uses. Possible location for franchise redevelopment. Contact Spiro for more info – spiro@ocrooms.com or 443-497-0514.
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VEHICLES VEHICLES
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PUBLIC NOTICES McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 3001 ATLANTIC AVE., UNIT #403 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
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CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION Staff from Dumser's Dairyland on 124th Street in Ocean City pose with Holly Center patient Ginger Messa on Wednesday, Dec. 3. Twenty clients and more than two dozen staff from the center attended the annual Christmas celebration at Dumser's, which including turkey and ice cream donated by the restaurant, as well as presents and a visit from Santa Claus.
Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Martin L. Underwood and Mary S. Underwood, dated August 3, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4503, folio 154 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 DECEMBER 29, 2014 AT 3:35 PM
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LUCKY GIRL During last Friday's tree lighting at Sunset Park, Santa greets Lucy Krothers and supporters of the Ocean City Downtown Association.
Texas Tenors perform ‘Deep in the Heart of Christmas’ (Dec. 12, 2014) The Texas Tenors will bring their “Deep in the Heart of Christmas” show to the new Ocean City Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13. The Texas Tenors, featuring JC Fisher, Marcus Collins and John Hagen, have performed for more than 100 million people around the world. The group formed in 2009, the same year they made their television debut on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” becoming the highest ranking vocal group in the history of the show. Since then, their fame has continued to grow as they have played to sold out venues worldwide and have had their own PBS “You Should Dream” TV Special. The Texas Tenors will sing coun-
try, pop, classical, Broadway and much more during the “Deep in the Heart of Christmas” Show. Joining The Texas Tenors will be special guest, The Reminders. The Reminders represent a lifetime of music, having written famous and prize-winning songs, recorded and produced all kinds of styles and played on recordings over the world. The Reminders are Delaware’s premier original Americana band with roots in gospel, blues and country music. Tickets are on sale now at the Ocean City convention center box office on 40th Street or call 410-7238601 or Ticketmaster at 1-800-551-SEAT. Visit www.oceancityconcerts.com for more show information.
ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and described as Unit 403 in the Sea Gate Condominium and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $28,000 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 6.5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for
the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2011-18666) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-12/11/3t _________________________________ Buonassissi, Henning & Lash, P.C. 1861 Wiehle Avenue, Suite 300 Reston, Virginia 20190 (703) 796-1341
TRUSTEE’S SALE 104 Clam Shell Road Ocean City, MD 21842 In execution of the Deed of Trust dated April 18, 2006 and recorded April 27, 2006 in Liber SVH 4691, folio 231, among the Worcester County land records, the undersigned Substitute Trustees, any of whom may act, will offer for sale at public auction on December 22, 2014, at 3:00 PM, at the front of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, the following property: ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, Maryland and more fully described in the aforementioned Deed of Trust. TAX ID: 10-188288 The property and improvements will be sold in “as is” physical condition without warranty of any kind and subject to all conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same. TERMS OF SALE: A non-refundable bidder’s deposit of $18,000.00 by cashier’s/certified check required at time of sale except for the party secured by the Deed of Trust. Risk of loss on purchaser from date and time of auction. The balance of the purchase price together with interest thereon at 6.75% per annum from date of sale to receipt of purchase price by Trustees must be paid by cashier’s check within 10 days after final ratification of sale. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. All real estate taxes and other public charges and/or assessments to be adjusted as of the date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. If applicable, any condominium and/or homeowners association dues and assessments that may become due
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PUBLIC NOTICES after the date of sale shall be purchaser’s responsibility. Purchaser shall pay all transfer, documentary and recording taxes/fees and all other settlement costs. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining possession of the property. If purchaser defaults, deposit will be forfeited and property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser who shall be liable for any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs, expenses and attorney’s fees of both sales. If Trustees do not convey title for any reason, purchaser’s sole remedy is return of deposit without interest. This sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan secured by the Deed of Trust including but not limited to determining whether prior to sale a forbearance, repayment or other agreement was entered into or the loan was reinstated or paid off; in any such event this sale shall be null and void and purchaser’s sole remedy shall be return of deposit without interest. (80975) Richard A. Lash, Barry K. Bedford, David A. Rosen, Leonard W. Harrington, Jr., Robert E. Kelly, and Ramsey Saleeby, Substitute Trustees Auctioneers: Alex Cooper Auctioneers 908 York Road Towson, MD 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-12/4/3t _________________________________ Alba Law Group, P.A. 11350 McCormick Road Executive Plaza III, Suite 200 Hunt Valley, MD 21031 (443) 541-8600
SUBSTITUTED TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY KNOWN AS NO. 5 EAST 60TH STREET OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 CASE NUMBER 23-C-14-001202 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a Deed of Trust from Faye E. Groves, Donald T. Groves, Jr., recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County in Liber 4569, folio 540, and Declaration of Substitution of Trustees recorded among the aforementioned Land Records substituting Mark S. Devan, Thomas P. Dore, Christine Drexel, Brian McNair, and Melissa L. Cassell as Substituted Trustees, the Substituted Trustees will offer for sale at public auction, at the Courthouse Door, Snow Hill, Maryland on Tuesday, December 30, 2014 at 11:00 AM: All that lot of ground and the improvements thereon situate in Worcester County, State of Maryland, as described in the Deed of Trust recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, in Liber 4569, folio 540, also being further described in a Deed recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County in Liber 3073, folio 372. The improvements thereon consist of a dwelling. The property will be sold in “AS IS” condition, subject to any existing
building violations, restrictions and agreements of record. The purchaser assumes all risks of loss for the property as of the date of sale. Neither the Substituted Trustees nor their respective agents, successors or assigns make any representations or warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the property. The Substituted Trustees shall convey insurable title. TERMS OF THE SALE: A deposit in a form acceptable to the Substituted Trustee in the amount of $37,000.00 will be required of the purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note or its assigns, at the time and place of sale. Any amount tendered at sale in excess of the required deposit will be refunded and not applied to the purchase price. Unless the purchaser is the Holder of the Note or its assigns, the balance of the purchase price shall be paid immediately with available funds within ten (10) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. Time is of the essence. The purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note or its assigns, shall pay interest at the rate of 6.25000% per annum on the unpaid portion of the purchase price from the date of sale to date of settlement. Real property taxes and assessments shall be adjusted to the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Ground rent, water and/or sewer charges public or private, if any, shall be adjusted to the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Cost of all documentary stamps and transfer taxes shall be paid by the purchaser. Purchaser shall have the responsibility of obtaining possession of the property. In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no abatement of interest. If the purchaser defaults, the entire deposit is forfeited. The Substituted Trustees shall resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of both sales, attorney fees, all other charges due, and incidental and consequential damages. Defaulting purchaser also agrees to pay the Substituted Trustees’ attorney a fee of $500.00 in connection with the filing of a motion to resell. In the event the Substituted Trustees do not convey title for any reason, purchaser’s sole remedy is return of the deposit. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. The Substituted Trustees shall have the right to terminate this contract in the event the Holder or its Servicer has entered into any agreement with, or accepted funds from, the mortgagor. Upon termination of the contract, Purchaser’s sole remedy shall be return of the deposit. Mark S. Devan, Thomas P. Dore, Christine Drexel, Brian McNair, and Melissa L. Cassell, Substituted Trustees Tidewater Auctions, LLC (410) 825-2900 www.tidewaterauctions.com
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FORECLOSURE SALE 147 Newport Bay Drive, #27 OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND By virtue of a Statement of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to an Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland in Case No. 23-C-14-1237, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction in front of the condominium building located at 147 Newport Bay Drive, #27, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2014 AT 10:00 AM ALL that property lying and being situate in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, more particularly designated and distinguished as Unit No. 27 in the "Newport Bay East Condominium", together with an undivided percentage interest in the common elements thereof, as established pursuant to Condominium Master Deed, dated September 25, 1973, and recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland in Liber No. 415, folio 582, et seq., and pursuant to the Condominium Plats recorded therewith in Plat Book No. 39, folio 18, et seq. The property will be sold in an "as is" condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, with no warranties or guarantees. The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the amount of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) will be required at the time of sale, such deposit to be in a cashier=s or bank check, with the balance to be paid in cash at time of settlement. 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. The undersigned reserves the right to waive the deposit requirements as to the purchaser representing the interest of the party secured by the Statement of Lien. Real property taxes, wastewater charges, and condominium dues will be adjusted to the date of sale and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. All costs of conveyancing, including transfer and recordation taxes, shall be paid by the purchaser. The purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining possession of the property. Purchaser agrees to pay to the Seller an Attorney=s fee of $250.00 for review of
any motion which may be filed with the Court to substitute a purchaser herein. In the event the undersigned is unable to convey marketable title, the sale will be null and void and the purchaser’s sole remedy will be the return of the deposit without interest. For more information, call: James E. Clubb, Jr. Trustee 410-289-2323 OCD-12/4/3t _________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 33 GREENWOOD LANE OCEAN PINES, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Jennifer L. Kavanagh, dated April 26, 2013 and recorded in Liber 6145, Folio 176 among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, with an original principal balance of $139,400.00, and an original interest rate of 3.750%, 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 December 16, 2014 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 $14,000.00 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. The purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note, its assigns, or designees, shall pay interest on the unpaid purchase money at the note rate from the date of foreclosure auction to the date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees. In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no abatement of interest. Real estate taxes and all other public charges, or assessments, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, condo/HOA assessments or private utility charges, 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
DECEMBER 12, 2014 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 legal 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 attorneys’ fees for the Substitute Trustee in the amount of $750.00, plus all costs incurred, if the Substitute Trustees have filed the appropriate motion with the Court to resell the property. Purchaser waives personal service of any paper filed in connection with such a motion on himself and/or any principal or corporate designee, and expressly agrees to accept service of any such paper by regular mail directed to the address provided by said bidder at the time of foreclosure auction. In such event, the defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of resale, reasonable attorney’s fees, and all other charges due and incidental and consequential damages, and any deficiency in the underlying secured debt. The purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property. If the Substitute Trustees cannot convey insurable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be the return of the deposit. The sale is subject to post-sale confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of his deposit without interest. Edward S. Cohn, Stephen N. Goldberg, Richard E. Solomon, Richard J. Rogers, Randall J. Rolls, and David W. Simpson, Jr., Substitute Trustees Mid-Atlantic Auctioneers, LLC (410) 825-2900 www.mid-atlanticauctioneers.com OCD-11/27/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 8903 OLD OCEAN CITY RD. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Gertrude G. Gsvind, dated December 8, 2011 and recorded in Liber 5802, folio 246 among the Land Records
Ocean City Today 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 DECEMBER 12, 2014 AT 2:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Tax ID #03-006794 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 $9,000 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 im-
provements 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 46814. 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-11/27/3t _________________________________ 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 12921 HORN ISLAND DR. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated March 8, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4889, Folio 200 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $260,000.00 and an original interest rate of 2.00000% 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 DECEMBER 16, 2014 AT 3:33 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $24,000 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 pub-
PAGE 63 lic 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 10 days of ratification, the Sub. Trustees may file a motion to resell the property. If Purchaser defaults under these terms, deposit shall be forfeited. The Sub. Trustees may then resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. 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-11/27/3t _________________________________ 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 12305 JARVIS RD. BISHOPVILLE, MD 21813 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated September 26, 2007 and recorded in Liber 5011, Folio 144 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $175,000.00 and an original interest rate of 6.875% 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,
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PUBLIC NOTICES One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on DECEMBER 16, 2014 AT 3:36 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $25,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. 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 10 days of ratification, the Sub. Trustees may file a motion to resell the property. If Purchaser defaults under these terms, deposit shall be forfeited. The Sub. Trustees may then resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. 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-11/27/3t _________________________________ Buonassissi, Henning & Lash, P.C. 1861 Wiehle Avenue, Suite 300 Reston, Virginia 20190 (703) 796-1341
TRUSTEE’S SALE 415 COVINGTON STREET SNOW HILL, MD 21863 In execution of the Deed of Trust dated June 14, 2006 and recorded June 22, 2006 in Liber SVH 4728, folio 200, among the Worcester County land records, the undersigned Substitute Trustees, any of whom may act, will offer for sale at public auction on December 15, 2014, at 2:45 PM, at the front of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, the following property: ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, Maryland and more fully described in the aforementioned Deed of Trust. TAX ID: 02-019086 The property and improvements will be sold in “as is” physical condition without warranty of any kind and subject to all conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same. TERMS OF SALE: A non-refundable bidder’s deposit of $10,500.00 by cashier’s/certified check required at time of sale except for the party secured by the Deed of Trust. Risk of loss on purchaser from date and time of auction. The balance of the purchase price together with interest thereon at 8.99% per annum from date of sale to receipt of purchase price by Trustees must be paid by cashier’s check within 10 days after final ratification of sale. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. All real estate taxes and other public charges and/or assessments to be adjusted as of the date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. If applicable, any condominium and/or homeowners association dues and assessments that may become due after the date of sale shall be purchaser’s responsibility. Purchaser shall pay all transfer, documentary and recording taxes/fees and all other settlement costs. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining possession of the property. If purchaser defaults, deposit will be forfeited and property resold at the risk and cost
of the defaulting purchaser who shall be liable for any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs, expenses and attorney’s fees of both sales. If Trustees do not convey title for any reason, purchaser’s sole remedy is return of deposit without interest. This sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan secured by the Deed of Trust including but not limited to determining whether prior to sale a forbearance, repayment or other agreement was entered into or the loan was reinstated or paid off; in any such event this sale shall be null and void and purchaser’s sole remedy shall be return of deposit without interest. (80407) Richard A. Lash, Barry K. Bedford, David A. Rosen, Leonard W. Harrington, Jr., Robert E. Kelly, and Ramsey Saleeby, Substitute Trustees Auctioneers: Alex Cooper Auctioneers 908 York Road Towson, MD 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-11/27/3t _________________________________
NOTICE OF PASSAGE OF BILL 14-6 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 14-6 (Zoning - Solar Energy Regulations) was passed by the County Commissioners on November 18, 2014. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: § ZS 1-344(b). (Repeals and reenacts the definition of “Solar Energy System, Large” to include a range of rated capacity from two hundred kilowatts up to two and one-half megawatts of power generation to be sold to the general power grid, sold to other power consumers, or consumed on-site; adds a new definition of “Solar Energy System, Utility Scale” which includes solar energy systems with a rated capacity in excess of two and one-half megawatts of power generation to be sold to the general power grid.) § ZS 1-344(d)(1)I. (Adds this new subparagraph to clarify the standard by which solar panel installation ratings are evaluated by referencing the manufacturer’s maximum power rating as direct current wattage under Standard Test Conditions of 1000W/m2 of solar irradiance and 25° C PV module temperature.) § ZS 1-344(d)(2). (Repeals and reenacts this subsection regarding the conditions and limitations on large solar energy systems to reduce the minimum required lot area from fifty acres to thirty acres; establish minimum setback requirements for large solar energy systems of one hundred feet from all property lines for sites within the E-1, V-1, C-1, C-2 and C-3 Districts and of fifty feet from all property lines for sites within the A-1, A-2, I-1 and I-2 Districts; require a six-foot wide vegetated buffer be provided within the required yard setback for all large solar energy systems located within 500 feet of residential properties; and to streamline the approval process by requiring such systems to
be reviewed and processed as a major site plan in accordance with the provisions of Section ZS 1-325 of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance rather than the more formal two step approval process.) § ZS 1-344(d)(3). (Adds this new subsection to establish conditions and limitations on utility scale solar energy systems to provide that such systems may be located in the A-1, A2, E-1, V-1, C-1, C-2, C-3, I-1 and I-2 Districts with a minimum lot area of fifty acres, and establishes a twostep approval process for utility scale solar energy systems, with the first step including concept plan approval and establishing the minimum application requirements and information which must be included on the concept plan as well as the review process for such concept plans, and the second step including master site plan approval in accordance with the provisions of Section ZS 1-325 of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance.) This bill becomes effective fortyfive (45) days from the date of its passage. This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center and is available on the County Website at http://www.co.worcester.md.us/commissioners/legsltn.asp x. THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-11/27/3t _________________________________ Morris/Schneider/Wittstadt, LLC 9409 Philadelphia Road Baltimore, Maryland 21237 MARK H. WITTSTADT GERARD WM. WITTSTADT, JR. Substitute Trustees 9409 Philadelphia Road Baltimore, Maryland 21237 V Charles J. Emerick Susan K. Emerick 52 Battersea Rd. Berlin, Maryland 21811 Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY CASE #23C14000674
NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County this 20th day of November, 2014, that the foreclosure sale of the real property known as 52 Battersea Rd., Berlin, Maryland 21811, being the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Mark H. Wittstadt and Gerard Wm. Wittstadt, Jr., Substitute Trustees, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 22nd day of December, 2014. Provided a copy of this Order is inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, once in each of three successive weeks, before the 15th day of December, 2014. The Report states the amount of the Foreclosure Sale to be $161,000.00.
DECEMBER 12, 2014 Stephen V. Hales Clerk of the Circuit Court of Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Stephen V. Hales Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-11/27/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555 Carrie M. Ward, et al. 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. SUSAN L. WAUGH-JACOBSON AKA SUSAN L. WAUGH 85 Abbyshire Road Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C13001091
NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 18th day of November, 2014, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 85 Abbyshire Road, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 22nd day of December, 2014, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 15th day of December, 2014. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $238,850.00. Stephen V. Hales Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Stephen V. Hales Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-11/27/3t _________________________________
NOTICE Disposal of Surplus Vehicles and Equipment to be Auctioned on GovDeals.com “Disposition of County Personal Property no longer used by the County” The following described personal property, including vehicles, furniture and equipment, have been determined to be no longer required for County use by the County Commissioners of Worcester County, Maryland and deemed to be surplus property: SURPLUS VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT Surplus vehicles, listed by make and model (with model year), as follows: Chevrolet Cavalier (2004, 2004); Chevrolet Classic (2005); Chevrolet S-10 Pickup (1996, 1999); Chevrolet S-10 Blazer (2003); Chevrolet Trailblazer LS (2007);
Ocean City Today Chevrolet 2500 Pickup with Utility Body (2002); Chevrolet 1500 4x4 Pickup (1990); Chevrolet 1-Ton Pickup with Utility Body (2004); Ford Crown Victoria (2006, 2007, 2008, 2008); Ford Tempo (1994); Ford Expedition (2005, 2006, 2007); Ford Expedition 4x4 (2007); Ford Ranger (2000); Ford Ranger Pickup (2000, 2001); Ford F-150 Pickup with Utility Body (2004); Ford F-250 Pickup with Utility Body (1996); Ford F-350 Flatbed (1985); Ford F700 Dump Truck (1987); Ford 4-Ton Dump Truck (1988); and Ford 1-Ton Pickup with Utility Body (1997, 1999). Surplus equipment, including: Vermeer V 430A Trencher; New Holland L 785 Skid Steer; Kruger Trailer (1986); Pioneer 10-Gallon Striper; Pioneer 5-Gallon Striper; Kees 48-inch Cutter; Echo Power Blower Model PB 200 and PB2100; Onan Generator66 KW100DGBDL35827A (1982-83); Onan Generator 82 KW 125DGEAL3466BA; Onan Generator - 60KW - 60.0DYA-15R/9324F (1989); Empire Generator 1250DKW-8E. Surplus furniture and miscellaneous equipment, including: Rolling Table 49-inches high, 27.5-inches deep and 33.5-inches wide; Rolling Table 42-inches high, 18-inches deep and 24-inches wide; Drafting Table 60 x 38 x 37-inches; Bausch & Lomb Microscope; 1-Lot of Toner Cartridges - (HP C4149A, C4150A, C4151A, C4152A, C4195A, 8500), (Xerox Toner Drum M20) and (Cannon FX3); Kleen Tec Parts for Washer Model KT4000; 42 Ball Field Lights; and 94 used and 138 new Smut Pots. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE AND CONVEYANCE: The County Commissioners propose to solicit competitive bids via an Internet-based auction system operated by GovDeals, Inc. for which the winning bidder pays a buyers premium of twelve and one-half percent (12.5%) of the winning bid for each transaction so that there is no net cost to the County. All of the above referenced surplus property will be offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS.” The County Commissioners make no warranty, guaranty or representation of any kind, expressed or implied, as to the merchantability or fitness for any purpose of the property offered for sale. The County Commissioners warrant to the buyer that the property offered for sale will conform to its description. The County Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids as they see fit and to withdraw from sale any of the items listed. Payment in full by successful bidders shall be made to Worcester County Commissioners. OPPORTUNITY FOR OBJECTIONS: Anyone objecting to the proposed conveyance of the above surplus vehicles and equipment shall do so in writing prior to 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 11, 2014, or in person at the regularly scheduled meeting of the County Commissioners to be held at 10:00 a.m. on December 16, 2014 in the County Commissioners Meeting Room, Room 1101 - Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863. WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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OCD-11/27/3t _________________________________ 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 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 Substitute Trustees Plaintiff(s) v. Holly Hudson 9 Holly Court Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C14000126
NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 21st day of November, 2014, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 9 Holly Court, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 22nd day of December, 2014, 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 15th day of December, 2014. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $127,500.00. Stephen V. Hales Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD True Copy Test: Stephen V. Hales Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-11/27/3t _________________________________ REGAN J. R. SMITH ESQ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON LLP 10441 RACETRACK ROAD, SUITE 2 BERLIN, MD 21811
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 15826 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF DONALD D. MURPHY SR. AKA: DONALD DWIGHT MURPHY SR. Notice is given that Kimberly Ann Murphy Bitner, 3258 Warners Road, Camillus, NY 13164 was on November 24, 2014 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Donald D. Murphy Sr. who died on June 17, 2014, 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 24th day of May, 2015. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned per-
sonal 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. Kimberly Ann Murphy Bitner Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: November 27, 2014 OCD-11/27/3t _________________________________
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 15828 Notice is given that the Superior Court of San Francisco county, CA appointed Stephen Hwang, 34512 Willbridge Terrace, San Francisco, CA 94115 as the Executor of the Estate of Yong Hyen Hwang who died on October 02, 2014 domiciled in California, USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Dan Keen whose address is 501 Burnt Mills Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20901. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester Co. 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. Stephen Hwang Foreign Personal Representative Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074
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PUBLIC NOTICES Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: December 04, 2014 OCD-12/4/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555 Carrie M. Ward, et al. 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. KERI A. MITCHELL DAVID W. MITCHELL, JR. 6449 Whitesburg Road Snow Hill, MD 21863 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C14000580
NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 25th day of November, 2014, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 6449 Whitesburg Road, Snow Hill, MD 21863, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 29th day of December, 2014, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 22nd day of December, 2014. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $153,916.71. Stephen V. Hales Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Stephen V. Hales Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-12/4/3t _________________________________ Christopher G. Mancini Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almand, P.A. 6200 Coastal Highway, Suite 200 Ocean City, MD 21842 Orleans Court Condominium Association c/o Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almand, P.A. 6200 Coastal Highway, Suite 200 Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Plaintiff vs. Patrick Wise Flynn P.O. Box 4506 Ocean City, MD 21843 Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MARYLAND FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CIVIL CASE NO: 23-C-14-1104
NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, this 24th day of November, 2014, that the
foreclosure sale of Orleans Court Condominium, Unit 67 aka 318, 14001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland, made and reported by Christopher G. Mancini, trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 29th day of December, 2014, provided a copy of this Order is published in a newspaper of general circulation in Worcester County, Maryland, once in three successive weeks, before the 22nd day of December, 2014. The Report states that the total proceeds from the sale of the property to be One Hundred Dollars ($100.00). Stephen V. Hales CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT True Copy Test: Stephen V. Hales Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-12/4/3t _________________________________
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for the Transfer of a Class “B” BEER-WINE License, 7 Day, By Mahmoud A. Alhamad, 209 Barbary Coast Dr., Berlin, Maryland 21811 and Shadi Mohammad Hasan, 209 Barbary Coast Dr., Berlin, Maryland 21811. For: ADHAM, Inc. For the premises know as and located at: T/A: Seaside Deli Beer & Wine 7207 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Formerly: Seaside Deli Beer & Wine, Inc. There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland on: December 17, 2014 @ 1:00 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-12/4/2t _________________________________
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for the Transfer of a Class “A” BEER-WINE License, 7 Day, By Janki Y. Patel, 249 South Washington Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863. For: Kajal And Ananya, Inc. For the premises know as and located at: T/A: Pocomoke Beer & Wine 132 & 134 Newtowne Blvd. Pocomoke City, Maryland 21851 Formerly: Pocomoke Beer & Wine, Inc. There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland on: December 17, 2014 @ 1:10 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-12/4/2t _________________________________
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Request to alter the licensed premises for a Class “B” BEERWINE-LIQUOR License, 7 Day, By Scott Heise, 9935 Stephen Decatur Highway, Unit #1, Ocean City, Maryland 21842. For: Heise Corporation For the premises know as and located at: T/A: Pizza Tugo’s 9935 Stephen Decatur Highway, Unit #1 Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland on: December 17, 2014 @ 1:25 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-12/4/2t _________________________________
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Request to significantly alter the licensed premises for a Class “B” BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License, 7 Day, By Avi Sibony, #3 9th Street, Ocean City, Maryland 21842. For: Ocean Taps, LLC For the premises know as and located at: T/A: Tap House Bar & Grill #3 9th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland on: December 17, 2014 @ 1:40 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-12/4/2t _________________________________
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Request to expand the licensed premises for a Class “B” BEERWINE-LIQUOR License, 7 Day, By Teresa Higgins, 31st Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 and Robert Higgins, 31st Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland 21842. For: Crab House of Ocean City, Inc. For the premises know as and located at: T/A: Higgins Crab House 31st Street & Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland on: December 17, 2014 @ 2:30 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-12/4/2t _________________________________
JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8TH STREET OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842 LUCAYAN TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. c/o Goodmanagement, LLC P.O. Box 12967 Newport News, VA 23612 Plaintiff v. LUIS R. ALQUINTA ROSA E. ALQUINTA et al. Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. 23-C-14-1276
NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 26th day of November, 2014, 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 29th day of December, 2014 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 22nd day of December, 2014. 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 located at 119 72nd St., Ocean City, MD 21842. Timeshare Price Wk 2, #36 $50.00 Wk 3, #35 $50.00 Wk 4, #47 $50.00 Wk 2, #59 $50.00 Wk 47, #36 $50.00 Wk 52, #31 $50.00 Wk 51, #40 $50.00 Wk 8, #54 $50.00 Wk 4, #35 $50.00 Wk 1, #47 $50.00 Wk 1, #53 $50.00 Wk 28, #47 $1,600.00 Wk 24, #59 $2,000.00 Wk 22, #54 $850.00 Wk 3, #31 $50.00 Wk 2, #31 $50.00 Wk 16, #57 $50.00 Wk 5, #46 $50.00 Wk 12, #48 $50.00 Wk 2, #51 $50.00 Wk 17, #31 $50.00 Stephen V. Hales Clerk True Copy Test: STEPHEN V. HALES Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland OCD-12/4/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8TH STREET OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842 LUCAYAN TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. c/o Goodmanagement, LLC P.O. Box 12967 Newport News, VA 23612 Plaintiff v. WILLIE J. AIKENS CECI M. AIKENS et al.
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DECEMBER 12, 2014 Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. 23-C-14-1277
NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 26th day of November, 2014, 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 29th day of December, 2014 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 22nd day of December, 2014. 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 located at 119 72nd St., Ocean City, MD 21842. Timeshare Price Wk 13, #48 $50.00 Wk 13, #54 $50.00 Wk 13, #57 $50.00 Wk 10, #41 $50.00 Wk 11, #59 $50.00 Wk 13, #56 $50.00 Wk 12, #57 $50.00 Wk 6, #53 $50.00 Wk 9, #53 $50.00 Wk 8, #52 $50.00 Wk 11 , #45 $50.00 Wk 5, #52 $50.00 Wk 4, #55 $50.00 Wk 7, #31 $50.00 Wk 11, #47 $50.00 Wk 5, #32 $50.00 Wk 8, #32 $50.00 Wk 5, #57 $50.00 Wk 10, #48 $50.00 Wk 13, #46 $50.00 Wk 13, #47 $50.00 Wk 13, #36 $50.00 Wk 8, #46 $50.00 Stephen V. Hales Clerk True Copy Test: STEPHEN V. HALES Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland OCD-12/4/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8TH STREET OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842 LUCAYAN TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. c/o Goodmanagement, LLC P.O. Box 12967 Newport News, VA 23612 Plaintiff v. MICHAEL E. ASUNCION JUNG I. ASUNCION et al. Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. 23-C-14-1278
NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 26th day of November, 2014, 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 29th day of December, 2014 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 22nd day of December, 2014. 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 located at 119 72nd St., Ocean City, MD 21842. Timeshare Price Wk 15, #54 $50.00 Wk 48, #52 $50.00 Wk 49, #59 $50.00 Wk 41 , #32 $50.00 Wk 49, #45 $50.00 Wk 48, #42 $50.00 Wk 16, #31 $50.00 Wk 47, #35 $50.00 Wk 18, #51 $50.00 Wk 16, #46 $50.00 Wk 49, #33 $50.00 Wk 49, #56 $50.00 Wk 14, #51 $50.00 Wk 48, #57 $50.00 Wk 46, #33 $50.00 Wk 47, #56 $50.00 Wk 16, #54 $50.00 Wk 49, #48 $50.00 Wk 50, #31 $50.00 Wk 14, #36 $50.00 Wk 45, #51 $50.00 Wk 17, #40 $50.00 Wk 17, #52 $50.00 Wk 23, #54 $1,500.00 Wk 49, #36 $50.00 Stephen V. Hales Clerk True Copy Test: STEPHEN V. HALES Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland OCD-12/4/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8TH STREET OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842 LUCAYAN TIME-SHARE OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. c/o Goodmanagement, LLC P.O. Box 12967 Newport News, VA 23612 Plaintiff v. FREDERICK ACKER et al. Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. 23-C-14-1279
NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 26th day of November, 2014, 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 29th day of December, 2014 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 22nd day of December, 2014. 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 located at 119 72nd St., Ocean City, MD 21842.
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Timeshare Wk 50, #56 Wk 1, #36 Wk 42, #52 Wk 10, #40 Wk 50, #33 Wk 17, #51 Wk 39, #31 Wk 51, #51 Wk 40, #51 Wk 51, #32 Wk 52, #35 Wk 3, #46 Wk 47, #59 Wk 8, #53 Wk 19, #32 Wk 50 , #46 Wk 38, #36
Price $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 Stephen V. Hales Clerk
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This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center and is available on the County Website at http://www.co.worcester.md.us/commissioners/legsltn.aspx . THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-11/27/2t _________________________________
ORDINANCE 2014-25 TOWN OF OCEAN CITY
NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF BILL 14-12 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 14-12 (Zoning - Research Facilities in the A-1 and A-2 Agricultural Districts) was introduced by Commissioners Bunting, Church and Lockfaw on November 18, 2014. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: § ZS 1-201(c)(32). (Renumbers the current subsection 32 to subsection 33 and adds this new subsection to permit, by special exception in the A-1 Agricultural District, noncommercial scientific research stations for the collection of atmospheric, astronomic, weather or biological data for research purposes by academic, non-profit or governmental entities; establishes minimum lot requirements for such structures and a maximum height of fifty feet; requires all radar or microwave equipment for data collection and antennas for data transmission to be separated by not less than five hundred feet from the nearest existing or permitted residential structure on an adjacent parcel.) § ZS 1-202(c)(44). (Renumbers the current subsection 44 to subsection 45 and adds this new subsection to permit, by special exception in the A-2 Agricultural District, noncommercial scientific research stations for the collection of atmospheric, astronomic, weather or biological data for research purposes by academic, non-profit or governmental entities; establishes minimum lot requirements for such structures and a maximum height of fifty feet; requires all radar or microwave equipment for data collection and antennas for data transmission to be separated by not less than five hundred feet from the nearest existing or permitted residential structure on an adjacent parcel.) A Public Hearing will be held on Bill 14-12 at the Commissioners' Meeting Room, Room 1101 - Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, on Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at 11:00 a.m.
Notice is hereby given by the Mayor and City Council of Ocean City that the following ordinances were introduced for first reading at the Council meeting of December 1, 2014. A complete text of said ordinance is available for review in the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, 3rd Street and Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, and available online at www.oceancitymd.gov “Council Agendas”. Ordinance 2014-25: amends Section 110 of the Town’s Zoning Code. determining the maximum height of ridge line by narrow width not length of building in Mobile Home Residential District as follows “(3) The area above the maximum building height under a sloped roof not exceeding a 7/12 roof pitch may be used for habitation subject to dormers not exceeding the ridge line, which shall be determined by the narrow width (and not the length), of the main building and in compliance with all applicable life safety Regulations.” For more information, please contact the Department of Zoning at 410289-8855. OCD-12/11/1t _________________________________
NOTICE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for the Town of Ocean City, Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. 14-03-1788P. The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) solicits technical information or comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report for your community. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. The FIRM and, if applicable, the FIS report have been revised to reflect these flood hazard determinations through issuance of a Letter of Map
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PUBLIC NOTICES Revision (LOMR), in accordance with Title 44, Part 65 of the Code of Federal Regulations. These determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to adopt or show evidence of having in effect to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. For more information on the proposed flood hazard determinations and information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, please visit FEMA’s website at www.fema.gov/plan/prevent/ fhm/bfe, or call the FEMA Map Information eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-3362627). OCD-12/11/2t _________________________________
NOTICE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for the Town of Ocean City, Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. 14-03-1789P. The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) solicits technical information or comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report for your community. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. The FIRM and, if applicable, the FIS report have been revised to reflect these flood hazard determinations through issuance of a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), in accordance with Title 44, Part 65 of the Code of Federal Regulations. These determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to adopt or show evidence of having in effect to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. For more information on the proposed flood hazard determinations and information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, please visit FEMA’s website at www.fema.gov/plan/prevent/ fhm/bfe, or call the FEMA Map Information eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-3362627). OCD-12/11/2t _________________________________
NOTICE TO BIDDERS Purchase of Cab & Chassis with Dump Body Worcester County, Maryland The Worcester County Commissioners are currently accepting bids for the purchase of one (1) Cab & Chassis with Dump body for the Water and Wastewater Division of
Public Works. Bid specification packages and bid forms are available from the Office of the County Commissioners, Room 1103 - Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, may be obtained online at www.co.worcester.md.us or by calling the Commissioners’ Office at 410-632-1194 to request a package by mail. Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 PM, Monday, December 22, 2014 in the Office of the County Commissioners at the above address, at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Envelopes shall be marked "Bid for Cab & Chassis with Dump Body" in the lower left-hand corner. After opening, bids will be forwarded to the Public Works Department for tabulation, review and recommendation to the County Commissioners for their consideration at a future meeting. In awarding the bid, the Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids, waive formalities, informalities and technicalities therein, and to take whatever bid they determine to be in the best interest of the County considering lowest or best bid, quality of goods and work, time of delivery or completion, responsibility of bidders being considered, previous experience of bidders with County contracts, or any other factors they deem appropriate. All inquiries shall be directed to William Powell, Fleet Management Superintendent, at 410-632-5675. OCD-12/11/1t _________________________________
NOTICE TO BIDDERS Purchase of Corrugated Metal Pipe Worcester County, Maryland The Worcester County Commissioners are currently accepting bids for the purchase of Galvanized Steel Corrugated Metal Pipe for the Roads Division of the Department of Public Works. Bid specification packages and bid forms are available from the Office of the County Commissioners, Room 1103 - Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, obtained online at www.co.worcester.md.us, or by calling the Commissioners’ Office at 410-632-1194 to request a package by mail. Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 PM, Monday, December 22, 2014 in the Office of the County Commissioners at the above address, at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Envelopes shall be marked "Pipe Bids - Opening Date December 22, 2014" in the lower lefthand corner. After opening, bids will be forwarded to the Public Works Department for tabulation, review and recommendation to the County Commissioners for their consideration at a future meeting. In awarding the bid, the Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids, waive formalities, informalities and technicalities therein, and to take whatever bid they determine to be in the best interest of the County considering lowest or best bid, quality of goods and work, time of deliv-
ery or completion, responsibility of bidders being considered, previous experience of bidders with County contracts, or any other factors they deem appropriate. All inquiries shall be directed to Frank Adkins, Roads Superintendent, at 410-6322244, Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm. OCD-12/11/1t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 Diane S. Rosenberg Mark D. Meyer John A. Ansell, III Kenneth Savitz 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 Substitute Trustees Plaintiff(s) v. Darryl R. Greer Patricia A. Greer 12011 Sun Flower Court Bishopville, MD 21813 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C13000691
NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 5th day of December, 2014, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 12011 Sun Flower Court, Bishopville, MD 21813, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 5th day of January, 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 29th day of December, 2014. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $482,000.00. 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-12/11/3t _________________________________
NOTICE OF HOLDERS OF 7 DAY CLASS “B”, “C”, AND “D” ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSES ISSUED BY WORCESTER COUNTY Pursuant to Article 2B, Section 11-402 of the Annotated Code of Maryland, the Board of License Commissioners for Worcester County has determined that all premises holding 7 Day Class “B”, “C”, and “D” alcoholic beverage licenses shall be permitted to sell alcoholic beverages for ON PREMISES CONSUMPTION ONLY until 4:00 a.m. on January 1, 2015. This notice shall not be construed as enlarging or broadening any other privilege conferred under said li-
cense except the two (2) additional hours of sale for ON PREMISES CONSUMPTION ON NEW YEAR’S EVE. BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSIONERS FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, William E. Esham, Jr., Chairman R. Charles Nichols, Member Marc L. Scher, Member ********************** April R. Payne, License Administrator OCD-12/11/3t _________________________________ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON PA RAYMOND C. SHOCKLEY ESQ. 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY P.O. BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 15844 Notice is given that the Circuit court of City of Alexandria county, VA appointed Arthur C. Neuendorffer, 911 Allison Street, Alexandria, VA 22302 as the Personal Representative of the Estate of Bettina Daniels Neuendorffer who died on June 16, 2014 domiciled in Virginia, America. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Raymond C. Shockley whose address is 3509 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Md. 21842. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester County. All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred. Arthur C. Neuendorffer 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: December 11, 2014 OCD-12/11/3t _________________________________
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Commentary
Old, good advice: lock up those gifts
It is cliché anymore to remind people not to leave their recently purchased items in the car unattended and in plain view this time of year. We have come to expect local law enforcement officials to advise us on this matter and, in many instances, it just doesn’t register because we’ve heard it all before. But as well worn as that message is, it is good advice, especially considering what occurred at a local condominium just last week. If anyone thinks these holiday advisories by the police are just so much boilerplate, they should know that four separate vehicles were broken into one night at that location. It was one thing for the victims to have their purchases stolen, but the perpetrator made the situation worse by gaining entry into vehicles by smashing their windows. Stolen items and broken windows do not a happy holiday make, so the best thing to is exactly what the police have been telling us for years: if you’re going to leave gifts and valuables in the car, put them in the trunk. It is also the time of year for police to warn the public of the seasonal uptick in scams and, yes, two more are currently making the rounds. One, people saying they work for the city are making phone calls pertaining to water bills. They don’t. And, two, billing-related phone calls or visits by people saying they work for Delmarva Power. That’s a scam too. Both of these stories appear on page 13 of the paper this week. Read them and protect yourself from these con artists. But before you do, check the car and make sure everything is where it should be. We want everyone to have happy holidays, and looking out for themselves is a good way to start.
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Sin war not escalating
By Stewart Dobson Editor/Publisher Admittedly, it was just a snippet of the first words of the initial line of a news report, but I have been known to jump to conclusions before without good results. But when those opening comments mentioned that prostitution services were being offered up in Delaware, my first thought was, “Holy cow! They beat us to the punch again!” By Was it not bad enough Stewart that they started before we in Maryland did with Dobson here slot machine gambling? Had our gaming fortune forecast not been hit by that state’s leap ahead to table games? And now, it appeared, as the sin wars between these two states heats up, it appears they beat us to prostitution, which may or may not be considered a table game, depending. I did, eventually, settle down to hear the full report on the matter and learned that it concerned an arrest for prostitution, thereby reconfirming the its continuing illegality up north. I was relieved, because, and despite every effort not to jump to a second conclusion, I could almost hear in my mind some Maryland legislator arguing strenuously that our horse racing industry still needed propping up financially and that the only answer would be to institute parlor games of a different sort altogether. Besides, he said in this imaginary monologue, the net proceeds would be used, of course, to make our schools great. The theme Hookers for High Schools came to mind.
Either that, the unreal conversation continued, or it might be proposed as a business-friendly, job growth, tourism development project for towns that have absolutely nothing going for them. “Come to Blanksville, Where, Well, You Know …” Obviously, none of this has happened, but it doesn’t mean it couldn’t happen at some point, what with elected officials constantly struggling to find ways to balance their budgets by deciding whether to rob Peter or Paul, depending on which one contributed the most money to their campaigns. Should that day arrive, I sure that such a move toward legalization would not begin with a simple flat-out declaration. I think it would be more of a gradual approach, such as first decriminalizing it, in which case the possession of, or actually being, a very small hooker would be a misdemeanor. As I say, no one I know of has suggested that anything of this nature could or would happens, but I do want it on the record that I am opposed to state-operated cathouses in any form, feeling as I do that some things are better left to free enterprise. What I do find curious in all this, however, is that while we can’t tolerate certain people doing things to each other for money, we not only know but vote for other people who do things for money and then do it to us. Just this week, for instance, the new congressional spending bill contains way, way down inside a provision that would triple the amount of money that can be contributed to members of Congress. If that’s not prostitution, I don’t know what is, unless, of course, is a very small member of Congress, in which case it might be a misdemeanor.
Letters OC Christmas parade participants thanked
Editor, This is a letter of thanks to all those who helped to make the 32nd annual Ocean City Christmas parade such a success. There are many fine community parades here on the shore. The officials of those parades I’m sure echo my thanks to all the people who donate their time to make sure these parades run smoothly and provide entertainment and the seasonal spirit of all those observing the parades. I would like to t hank everyone from the Public Works Department who provide us with the judge’s stand, bleachers and the P.A. system. A special thanks to the Ocean City Police Department for all their hard work in seeing that the traffic runs smoothly on Coastal Highway while the parade is taking place. A special thanks goes out to Councilman Doug Cymek and his volunteers who coordinate the lineup, start the parade and see that it flows smoothly. This is no easy task, believe me. Thanks also to Milton Warren at Delmarva Two-Way Radio who has graciously provided us with use of his
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radios during the parade. Thanks also to Hitman for being our MC for the past three years. The Christmas parade is a professionally-judged parade. Thank you to the National Judges Association for sending three talented professional judges. I thank the Gold Coast Mall Merchant’s Association for their continued support and for providing all the funds for this parade. I thank the community and news media for its interest and involvement. All this blends together into an enjoyable first Saturday in December in the resort when we all enjoy The Ocean City Christmas Parade. Elaine V. Jarvis Parade coordinator
Join CFES in giving this holiday season
Editor, As we approach this giving season, I ask that you join with the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore in helping to create an even brighter future for others, right here where we live. As cold weather settles into our area once again, it is time for us to
think of our neighbors who are less fortunate. Again, many local families and senior citizens will face difficult choices this winter. They may have to choose between purchasing food, vital medications or keeping warm. If you or someone you know is having trouble keeping up with energy bills, the Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP) offers assistance to income-eligible households. Information on the program can be found by calling 1-800-3521446 or by checking with the Local Home Energy Programs Office for your county (see the Maryland Office of Home Energy Programs website www.dhr.state.md.us/ohep). To help provide assistance with emergency needs, you may donate to the Help Your Neighbor Fund at the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore (www.cfes.org). One hundred percent of the funds collected are distributed to local grassroots organizations for energy, prescription or food. Another option is to seek out one of the many organizations throughout the area that provide direct help to families in need. Our area is fortunate to have so many organizations that have a long track record of getting assistance to those in a
Page 70 highly efficient and effective way. Whichever option you choose, you will be making a difference for our neighbors in need. I can’t think of a better way to express the true spirit of giving during this holiday season. On behalf of the entire Community Foundation family, I wish you, your families and friends a joyous holiday season and ask that you help us make the 2014 Giving Season a generous one! Melody Nelson Board Chairman of the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, Inc.
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