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Thick smoke pours from the windows at the Lazy Lizard Brew Pub on Philadelphia Avenue and First Street Tuesday morning. Thirteen people were displaced by a rapidly moving fire that gutted some of the dorm-style apartments upstairs and rendered others uninhabitable.

Fire guts dorm, 4 injured Blaze races through rooms above Lazy Lizard Brew Pub, leaving residents displaced

By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) An intense fire in downtown Ocean City Tuesday morning left at least 13 people with little more than the clothes on their backs, and aid agencies rushing to accommodate the displaced. The first call came in at 9:51 a.m. for flames on the upper floor of the Lazy Lizard Brew Pub on the southwest corner of Philadelphia Avenue and First Street. Formerly the home of Melvin's Steakhouse, before its purchase by the Lizard two years ago, the building houses a brewery and restaurant on

the bottom floor, and a rooming house on the upper two stories. "I went out into the hallway, and this was all the air there was left," said Marvin Johnson, the building's live-in maintenance man, motioning with his land less than a foot off the ground. Johnson said he and other residents crawled on hands and knees down the hall, kicking each resident's door to make sure everyone was out. The fire spread rapidly. By the time most residents realized what was going on, there was no time to lose. "Once I knew what was happening â&#x20AC;Ś your focus is on getting out, getting other people out. Material stuff can be replaced," Johnson said. The upper two floors of the building at are a dormitory-style residence, tenants said. A communal

kitchen and bathrooms are shared by 19 single-room units. "The smoke alarm in the kitchen goes off for nothing, like if someone burns toast," said resident Christopher Streeks. "But by the second or third smoke alarm I heard go off, I knew something was wrong." With assistance from the Berlin, Bethany Beach, Showell, Ocean Pines and Roxana departments, the OCFD battled the blaze for more than two hours, according to a city release. Two residents were unable to escape and were rescued by emergency personnel, according to the Ocean City Fire Department. One victim was treated on-scene, and another was taken to the hospital. Two firefighters were also taken to the hospital. None of the injuries were See RED CROSS Page 5

Also this week HAST DU UBER? The lightly regulated Uber taxi system could come to town, maybe, and city officials ponder what they can do about it, when other cabbies have to buy a medallion. .................................................. Page 7

TASK FORCE TASKED A meeting of the minds on what to do about performance artists on the Boardwalk raises more questions, and a few answers. ................................................ Page 14

VANDAL CHARGES Berlin police have made arrests in the widely reported case of vandalism that saw some cars ruined and buildings defaced after a one-night spree of spray painting. ................................................ Page 20

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Ninety percent of resting seals are healthy, DNR says Onlookers reminded to not approach marine mammals

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) A seal on the beach is not necessarily a beached seal, which means just because one of these marine mammals might appear to be splayed out on the sand for reasons beyond its control, that isn’t always the case. It could be just resting. That was the situation two weeks ago, when a harbor seal decided to take a break on the beach and bask in the sun at 89th Street in Ocean City on Saturday, Jan. 31. That is until a well-intentioned man forced the seal back into the water by getting too close. “Chasing the animal back in the water is not preferred. The seal is resting on the beach for a reason and it’s important to not add to their stress,” said Jennifer Dittmar, the coordinator at the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Dittmar said the first action people should make after spotting a seal on the beach is to report it. The department keeps a record of seal sightings, monitors them and always checks on the seal to make sure it’s not injured or sick. If Dittmar is not available, another person can be at the location within 45 minutes to help the animal and interpret the circumstances. “Ninety percent of the time the seal is healthy and resting. They have traveled far distances, some all the way from Maine and Canada,” Dittmar said. “It is normal for seals to be spotted on the land resting or soaking up the sun.” Dittmar also urged spectators to stay downwind from the animal. This reduces the seal’s stress to the steal because the wind is not carrying human scent to them. Her advice is to stay a distance of five car lengths away from the seal for safety reasons. “This is the time of year when pets See WILDLIFE Page 5

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Wildlife officials track, monitor traveling seals Continued from Page 3 are on the beach unleashed. Seals can be camouflaged and dogs will run up to them. A wild animal and domestic pets are not a good mix. Please remember to keep dogs leashed for their own protection,” Dittmar said. Seals can bite if they are provoked and may carry diseases, according to the International Fund for Animal Welfare website. The Marine Mammal Protection

Act of 1972 federally protects seals and it is illegal to approach or touch them. The measure was designed to conserve marine mammals and regulate human interactions with them. In recent years, there have been a number of reports and problems when people try to take selfies with the seals, Dittmar said. Occasionally, the seals might be sick or injured, and there are specialists to handle those situations. Determining how the animal is

Red Cross providing shelter for those displaced by fire Continued from Page 1 life-threatening. One of those rescued was Sandy Cogswell, who already uses an oxygen breather for existing medical issues. "As soon as I saw smoke, I started to panic, started having an asthma attack," Cogswell said. "The firemen had to carry me out. Everything was icy, they did a heck of a job getting me down." Cogswell and the rest of the building's residents were camped out Tuesday afternoon in City Hall on Third Street. A well-wisher had ordered pizza for the victims while they were being interviewed by Red Cross aid workers and investigators from the Ocean City Fire Marshal's Office. "They carried me out in sock feet," Cogswell said. "Someone here in the city office gave me their spare pair of shoes." Residents concurred that the fire appeared to have broken out in a third-floor room whose tenant was not home at the time. The exact cause is still under investigation. "I saw [the tenant's] girlfriend after we got out and they had been at

a doctor's appointment in the morning," Johnson said. Much of the building's tenancy is transient and have no other accommodations to fall back on. The Red Cross is currently housing 13 displaced residents at St. Peter's Lutheran Church on 103rd Street. "People fluctuate in and out . . . you know how it is," Johnson said. "The room [where the fire broke out] was three doors down from mine," Streeks said. "I'm pretty sure the whole third floor is gone." “Our volunteers were quick to make contact with those affected by this terrible fire, and worked closely with representatives from the Town of Ocean City to provide a safe and comfortable meeting place,” Patrick K. Delaney, Delmarva Executive Director of the Red Cross, said in a statement. “We will continue to work with these individuals to ensure they are supported through this frightening ordeal.” Anyone wishing to contribute to the relief can call the Red Cross, Greater Chesapeake Region, at 410624-2000.

feeling takes a trained eye, she said, and once the seal has been disturbed, it is harder to draw conclusions. Experts observe how the seal is laying on the beach and its body condition, including its size and a search for injuries. In addition, trained personnel look for mucus discharge or crusty eyes to determine if the seal is sick. There are a variety of observations to make and look for, Dittmar said. Seals can appear skinnier at the end of the season because they have used up most of their fat reserves. Most sightings, however, do not get reported to the DNR. In 2014, only 19 sightings were documented along the Maryland coast including Ocean City and Assateague. Only two of the seals were determined to be sick or injured and they were admitted for rehabilitation.

There are four species of seals that visit Ocean City. Harbor seals are the most common with gray seals being the next species most likely to be spotted. A rare sight in Ocean City would be a harp or hooded seal, Dittmar said. “Most likely, only one seal will be spotted, but there have been occasions when a small group of seals will haul out, stay for a couple of weeks and then disperse,” she said. These cold-water creatures roam the Atlantic looking for food and stretching their legs, such as they are. They can be found in waters or on beaches from Canada to the northern part of North Carolina as long as the water is cold enough to support them, she said. To report a seal sighting, contact the Natural Resources Police hotline at 800-628-9944.

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Senate legislation looks to tackle ‘gray area’ Essentially, this means online But many hotels support the legishotel brokers will have to pay sales lation, as it would eliminate the price tax not on the wholesale value of a advantage that online brokers often room, which they paid the hotel for, hold over them. but on the retail value that they Local hoteliers, whose customers charge the end user. book with them diOnline brokers rectly, pay taxes on have come out ‘We would be all for equality. the end-user price, strongly against the putting them at a It’s not fair that brokers measure, with the loss versus those don’t pay the same’ Travel Technology who use brokers Susan Jones, executive Association describwho block off ing the measure as a director of the Ocean City rooms at wholesale “job killer, a small prices and then sell Hotel-Motel-Restaurant business killer and a them tax-free at reAssociation burden on Marytail. land citizens,” not“We would be all ing the 250,000 hotel rooms booked for equality,” said Susan Jones, execin Maryland by Maryland residents utive director of the Ocean City last year. Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association. The TTA is the lobbying group for “It’s not fair that brokers don’t pay brokers such as Orbitz, Expedia, the same.” Priceline, and others. “Closing this loophole will not

Bill targets sales tax paid by online hotel brokers; detractors call it ‘job killer’

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threaten the travel economy,” said David Reel, President of the Maryland Hotel and Lodging Association. “[The provision] will actually generate more sales tax remitted to the state, which in turn could be allocated to high-return investment programs like tourism promotion.” The exact amount of money at play has not yet been established, but it is large. Since 2011, the Maryland Comptroller’s Office has been involved in a suit against Travelocity over the same dispute. In that case, the state has pegged the value of back taxes on the wholesale-retail difference at more than $6 million since 2003. What is of greater interest locally, however, is the precedent that SB 190 could set for local taxes, namely the 4.5 percent room tax that the state authorizes Worcester County to collect and remit to the Town of Ocean City. Per state code, part of the revenues must be dedicated to tourism promotion, and make up the lion’s share of the city’s $5 million annual advertising budget. The city and county have also clashed with online travel brokers over remittance of the tax. A 2010 lawsuit saw Worcester recoup $150,000 in revenue for the city from Expedia, Orbitz, Travelocity, and Priceline. In subsequent years, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and Montgomery County have done the same, at even higher dollar levels. “Before 2010, they weren’t paying room tax at all,” said Worcester County Attorney Sonny Bloxom. Online brokers are now remitting room tax, although it is impossible to know if they are paying on the full retail price of rooms. “Our position is that they should be paying the retail price,” Bloxom said. “However, we wouldn’t know. The way the room tax goes down is that they generate the report to us saying how much they’ve collected. Without doing some kind of audit, we don’t know.” SB 190 applies to the sales and use tax article of Maryland’s code, and not to the articles of local governance, which establish the parameters of occupancy taxes, and thus would not affect room tax directly. However, if Worcester were to ever press another court case over room tax, the new legislation could be useful. “We could use the same argument that the state looks at it from the retail value to collect the sales tax, and thus they should use the retail for local room tax as well,” Bloxom said. Alternatively, the city or county could press to have legislation introduced that would amend their specific portion of the state code regarding room tax. This exact approach is being taken by Howard County, Reel said, under House Bill 209.

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Officials weigh over-under of potential Uber arrival City looks to regulate rideshare app service on par with traditional taxis

By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) At least for the time being, Uber will not be flying under the radar of Ocean City’s taxi laws, or so city leaders hope. The Ocean City Police Commission voiced unanimous desire this week for the resort to hold contract drivers of Uber – an app-based rideshare service that allows customers to request rides from their smartphones – to the same strictures as the city’s traditional taxi fleet. Like many cities around the nation, and world, resort officials are of the opinion that drivers offering rides via the Uber system should be required to purchase taxi medallions and undergo inspections in the same way as any other cab-driving company. “The taxi companies in Ocean City have made a huge investment in their fleets, and in the city by buying into the medallion system,” said Mayor Rick Meehan. “It would be unfair if we did not regulate Uber in the same way.” The city, however, will likely be on

it’s own for at least another year in trying to keep Uber under control, assuming that it exists here. The Maryland Public Service Commission is working to formally classify Uber and other, similar systems, but has significant legal work left to do. “It’s going to be well beyond this summer before you see a statewide standard,” said City Solicitor Guy Ayres. “The question is, do we want to do anything in anticipation?” Wer, wenn nicht wir (If not us, who)? First started in San Francisco in 2009, Uber does not actually operate taxis by itself. Rather, the company provides a smartphone app that independent drivers can contract to use. The app links them with prospective customers, guiding them via their phone’s GPS to the pickup and dropoff locations. The drivers also subscribe to Uber’s uniform pricing system and share the profits with the company. In many places, drivers using Uber or similar app services operate completely off the grid, since they don’t need to advertise independently or do street hails. This often runs them afoul of taxi licensing systems in various jurisdictions. In Ocean City, soliciting fares See DARE Page 8

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‘What we’re talking about with Uber is a situation like we had in the ’90s, before the taxi ordinance, where everybody made their car a taxi. There was plenty of service, but nobody could make a living at it, and you had questionable drivers and dilapidated taxis.’ Councilman and former City Manager Dennis Dare The PSC’s eventual decision will, in all likelihood, determine whether Uber is subject to laws that would have it report contract drivers to regulatory authorities. “I don’t know how enforceable we can make this,” Ayres said. “Say a person is leaving Seacrets, transporting passengers he found via Uber. How do the police know he’s not the father of these people, or a friend who

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picked them up? “The mayor and City Council don’t have subpoena power. We can’t subpoena Uber and say, ‘give us a list of your independent contract drivers’ so we can make sure they have medallions.” The worldwide flurry of regulatory efforts surrounding Uber and similar providers has largely hinged on two issues – a lack of driver supervision and a problematic pricing system. Uber typically uses “surge pricing,” in which rates are higher during times of high demand in order to attract more drivers for busy times. Users have complained, however, about rapid and unpredictable price changes. Uber came under fire after Hurricane Sandy for allowing its surge pricing calculation to raise prices for those trying to leave flood zones, although that money was later reimbursed to victims. This past October, a highly publicized incident occurred in Baltimore where a woman was charged $362 for a 20-minute ride on Halloween. Although less of a problem in the United States, Uber has also been scrutinized for not vetting drivers in parts of the world where law enforcement is less robust. A case in New Delhi, in which a driver, who had previously been convicted of sex crimes, raped a passenger, sparked outcry in India.

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(Feb. 13, 2015) Chip Bertino, Worcester County Commissioner for the Ocean Pines district, will hold his first Town Meeting on Saturday, Feb. 21 at the Ocean Pines library. The meeting will begin at 10 a.m. Commissioner Bertino will provide information on issues and developments occurring within the district and the county.

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By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) The city is still looking for an ice cream man â&#x20AC;&#x201C;not a taco man, nor a sandwich man or even a soda man. The City Council on Tuesday moved to re-bid the resortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s food truck vending franchise, after getting only one response on an offer to replace the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s last franchisee, whose business went into default. But although City Manager David Recor offered the possibility, the council declined to explore the option of allowing more than just prepackaged goodies to be sold, closing the potential door to more elaborate food trucks that prepare or assemble food in the vehicle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s called the ice cream truck, always has been,â&#x20AC;? Mayor Rick Meehan said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think our expectation is that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s packaged food . . . not a food truck.â&#x20AC;? The cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ordinance for the vehicle vending franchise, however, only specifies â&#x20AC;&#x153;prepared food,â&#x20AC;? a rather ambiguous term. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To me, that could be a pit beef sandwich or anything else,â&#x20AC;? said Councilman Wayne Hartman, suggesting that the term â&#x20AC;&#x153;prepackagedâ&#x20AC;? would better reflect the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s intent. Just as it does with beach equipment stands and taxi medallions, the town periodically auctions off a number of au-

thorizations â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in the case of mobile food vendors, just one â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to conduct specified, restricted commercial ventures on public property. These are done under a contract period, which, in the case of the food truck franchisee, is four years. The franchise gives the vendor rights to operate on any public street other than those east of Baltimore Avenue and south of 27th Street, in order to avoid complaints of unfair competition from Boardwalk snack vendors. However, the city has had a rocky road in securing ice cream trucks. In 2007, the contract was won by JSJ Ventures at a price of $101,500 per year. The company operated at that price for two years, before requesting the franchise fee to be cut to $80,000 due to poor profitability. Two seasons after that, the contract was re-bid, and JSJ continued at a reduced price of $65,300. After two seasons of that contract, the company defaulted after running into trouble with the IRS. The contract was then taken over by Popsy Pop LLC, at an annual cost of $71,200. After two seasons, Popsy Pop notified the city a few weeks ago that they would also be in default. Only one offer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; from Georgeoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Water Ice of Selbyville â&#x20AC;&#x201C; was submitted on the recent solicitation. The council See COUNCIL Page 12

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Out of the 17 winning bids, however, nine were far below the nine-year average, resulting in a $57,000 drop from the city’s budgeted revenue, and were rejected. The 20th Street parcel, for instance, was bid at $3,500 last year, and averaged $2,895 per year over the last three bid cycles. The most recent bid, however, was only $150, a 95 percent drop in price. No express explanation was offered for the nine abnormally low results, although word within City Hall has long been that infighting or collusion between stand business operators has made prices erratic, just never to this extent. Bid prices for franchise parcels dropped considerably in 2007 and 2008, as the economic slowdown started to be felt. But last year’s bid totals were up 23 percent. “Which would indicate that the market is strong, and even more surprising that these parcels are down,” Councilman Dennis Dare said. “I’m hoping that within the next year, we’ll be able to take a look at how the parcels are outlined and segmented,” Allmond said. “Some of the parcels in the mid-beach probably need to be merged.” Two years ago, beach stand operators clashed with the city over the fact that beach stand operator Patrick McLaughlin was allowed participate in the auction. McLaughlin had been arrested by the IRS on tax evasion charges, but at the time had rights to nearly half of the city’s beach parcels.

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Meehan said. “Most of the places these trucks go [in Ocean City] are residential neighborhoods. When you see food trucks in cities, they’re in business districts. “With all the restaurants and other food service capabilities here in Ocean City . . . a food truck] would compete with those who have invested in brickand-mortar businesses.”

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By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) Much like the Seinfeld show’s faux holiday Festivus, a happy Boardwalk can only be obtained after a considerable airing of grievances. The city’s task force for Boardwalk regulatory matters held its first hearing Monday night, gathering an earful of information on exactly how far the city’s street performer management problem has gone, and how to fix it. No decision or action is likely to come forward for at least another six weeks. But unlike many of the city’s hearings over more mundane policies, which may be mulled over for months, the sense of urgency was palpable. “We have a narrow window of time and opportunity to get this right,” said Lt. Mark Pacini of the Ocean City Police Department. “It’s my firm belief that the street performers are not going away, although some would like to see that happen.” Pacini, the OCPD’s evening shift commander for the south end of

town, briefed the task force on the issues that Boardwalk police officers have faced since a 2011 lawsuit struck down many of the city’s public solicitation controls on First Amendment grounds. “I knew, based on that decision, that we would be inundated with complaints, as we still are today, about people’s ability to sell items on the Boardwalk,” Pacini said. Although the city has been to court multiple times over the issue, many speakers at Monday’s session said they would rather see the city tackle another round of litigation. The alternative would be to go through another summer with what will likely be even more questionable and unruly buskers. “This year was an absolute crescendo in dodging big crowds in front of performers,” said downtown businessman Brian McCarthy. “I personally don’t think the city should shy away from going to court again.” The 2011 suit was brought against the city by artist Mark Chase, who, somewhat controversially, is one of the five members of the task force the city formed a few weeks ago to address the escalating street performer issue. Chase spray-paints murals on canvas, often to the beat of music, laying out a tarp on the Boardwalk to

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enues for that speech. One could not require permits just for the sake of being restrictive, she found, although this leaves open the question as to whether the city could come up with more legally specific reason to issue permits. More onerously, however, the ruling dictated that “Chase’s art and performance clearly constitute fully protected expression and his sale of his own paintings is also fully entitled to the protection of the First Amendment.” This has particularly stuck in the craw of Boardwalk businesses, which see street performers able to sell products for set prices while paying no rent, business license fees, or any other overhead. Several performers, including Chase, have started accepting credit cards since the 2011 ruling. “I have four employees that all jumped ship as soon as it became free on the Boardwalk,” said Michael Cantine, owner of Fat Cats Airbrush. “They can just do the art that we do in the shop, but on the Boardwalk, and not have to pay.” “Where do you draw the line from art to retail?” Cantine asked. “I need to know how the gray area works.” Determining what is and is not “protected expression” using Hollander’s limited guidance is very difficult, Pacini said. If officers are unclear, Pacini confers with City So-

licitor Guy Ayres and his associate attorney, Heather Stansbury. The determination seems to hinge on whether a particular good or service has enough variations or interpretive elements to be considered “artistic expression” rather than simply a trade. Pacini’s current worksheet on the issue, which he provided to the task force and press, notes a number of activities that he has already sought a legal opinion on. Karaoke, face painting, and tarot card readings, for instance, were found to be legally protected. Hair braiding, massages, and jewelry, however, can be prohibited. “How do you draw that line? How do you say this jewelry is a commercial product, while something else is art?” asked task force member Bob Rothermel. Therein lies the problem, and the

answer to many merchants’ complaints that the OCPD has not been aggressive enough. “Cops don’t work in gray areas, we like to work in black and white,” Pacini said. “I don’t know many that would be comfortable stopping a person performing with the potential of landing in court.” The fundamental issue is crowding – with only so much space on the boards, performers and businesses are crushed together. But performers, with no restriction on their signage or ability to solicit in public walkways, are often at an advantage relative to physical store that sell similar products. “Art isn’t like a cheeseburger, where the next day you can eat another one,” said Joe Kroart III, son of Ocean Gallery founder Joe Kroart II. “If Ocean Gallery decides it’s no See [BUSINESSES] Page 16

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‘You have too many performers, and the Boardwalk is splitting up. You have a different crowd on the south end … and people don’t want to go down there anymore.’ Continued from Page 16 performance in certain areas due to public safety was permissible. The plaza at North Division Street is already off-limits for fire access to the Boardwalk, and Lt. Ward Kovacs of the Ocean City Beach Patrol suggested this also be applied to the Dorchester Street crossing, where the OCBP brings its trucks and ATVs onto the sand. “We have problems where the performer doesn’t want to stop performing, and the crowd has no idea a vehicle is coming,” Kovacs said. “To be fair, most of them are inconveniences while we’re bringing materials on or off the beach. But on the other hand, some have been life-threatening delays.” Although the proliferation of street performers has increased sharply since the 2011 lawsuit, it may not be entirely due to the precedent set by Chase’s case. Bill Campion, one of only two

street performers to speak Monday, said the issue was as much about economics and demographics. “I’ve seen so many changes on this boardwalk,” Campion said. “You have too many performers, and the Boardwalk is splitting up. You have a different crowd on the south end … and people don’t want to go down there anymore.” The task force will hold another public hearing on Feb. 18 at 1 p.m. in City Hall. A meeting to formulate a final recommendation on ordinance changes is scheduled for March 25, although task force Chairman Greg Shockley said that a number of additional discussion sessions may take place prior. The city announced after last summer that it had hired the Venable law firm of Baltimore as a legal consultant on street performer issues, with Venable serving as an advisor to a public task force on the matter.

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Cash still king in OC inlet lot as card-only lanes leaving By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) Even as more and more financial transactions become digital, cash apparently remains king when it comes to parking in this town. Ocean City is poised to remove the automated credit card-only payment lane from the inlet parking lot before the summer season, replacing it with a traditional staffed booth after data indicated that the lane is going underused. “It does seem backward from everything else,” said Mayor Rick Meehan during this week’s Transportation Commission session. “This is probably the exception rather than the rule.” It also appears that the automated lane may be increasing wait times for motorists trying to pay and exit the lot. “Some years ago, we had machines on the Boardwalk where you could pre-pay for parking,” said Deputy Public Works Director John Van Fossen. “They weren’t used, so we took those out and went with a credit-card only lane. “What we’ve experienced is that people don’t use that lane either.” The lot is set up so that patrons take a time-stamped ticket on entry and leave through any one of five exit lanes. Three staffed lanes, plus the card-only lane, run east-west, with the card lane and at least one booth being open at all times during the summer. The fifth lane runs north-south along the side of the lot and is typically only opened for specific events. According to the city’s data, the first manned lane, which is always

open, processed 163,519 cars last season, for a total of $780,155 in revenue. The credit-only lane, by comparison, was used by only 23,621 cars for a total of $110,370 in parking fees. “The bottom line is you have a $2 million business that you have to operate as efficiently as possible and we’re not able to do that,” said City Engineer Terry McGean. The current lane setup was installed in 2010. Before that, Public Works Manager Tom Dy said, “we had some backups, but not anything like what we’ve experienced recently.” The preference, it would seem, isn’t just for using a booth with an actual person, but also the preference to pay in cash. As Meehan noted, the lot’s heaviest users are day-trippers who may be bringing bills rather than plastic. While booth attendants can run credit cards as well, Dy said, “the majority of the transactions are in cash.” The commission voted unanimously to recommend an appropriation of $43,000 to modify the main exit lane set-up to include a fourth attendant. This sum would include the construction of a new booth as well as wages for an extra staff member. “You may end up breaking even by the end of the summer, just by virtue of being able push more people through the lot,” McGean said. The current system of booths, gates, and payment machines likely has another two to three years of life left in it, after which the city will investigate a complete overhaul. “In another two or three years, the way you pay for things will probably have changed dramatically,” Meehan said.

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Three suspects charged in Jan. 25 Berlin vandal spree hicle, 10 electric meters and four trashcans damaged. Three buildings and 33 additional cars were spray painted during the incident that spanned a dozen By Josh Davis streets: Ann Court, Ann Drive, Staff Writer Branch Street, Buttercup Court, Har(Feb. 13, 2015) Berlin Police rison Ave, Henry’s Mill, Littleworth charged three suspects Wednesday, Court, North Main Street, Pitts two juveniles and one adult, in con- Street, Powell Circle, West Street and nection with the nighttime vandalism William Street. of more than 30 cars and three busiPolice said victim statements, citinesses in the downtown area on Jan. zen tips, interviews and reviews of 25. surveillance cameras led law enforceOcean City resident Jordan ment to the suspects. Alexandria Denton, More than half of 18, and two Ocean the original 15 perPines juveniles 16 ‘We had a whole lot of people sons of interest and 18, were call in with different names and were eliminated folcharged with 39 lowing police interwe had to go ahead and vet views. counts of malicious destruction with the everyone one of those names.’ “We had a whole Police Chief damage total estilot of people call in mate at more than with different Arnold Downing $11,000, and one names and we had count of theft valto go ahead and vet ued at less than $100,000. everyone one of those names,” Police One of the juveniles was 17 at the Chief Arnold Downing said. “Once we time of the incident and thus was get all these, ‘I think this person did charged as a juvenile. it, I think this person was here,’ or According to a Berlin Police De- whatever, then we go ahead and conpartment press release issued firmed their alibis or where they were Wednesday, the investigation re- during the time frame in which the vealed 36 separate victims, including incident occurred.” the Town of Berlin, which had one veDowning added he was “quite cer-

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The investigation lasted several weeks, partly because police had difficulty contacting all the victims and collecting damage assessments. “We couldn’t charge someone if we didn’t have all the victims making contact with us, because [we need] the values in determining what we’re going to charge them with,” Downing said. Downing said he was pleased with the investigation and praised his personnel, who logged hundreds of hours, as well as the community response to the incident.

“Every one of the tips were a great help,” Downing said. “It helped us build the case and put all of the puzzle pieces together. We checked all the videotapes from downtown that people allowed us to view, and it let us have images of where certain people were at certain times. “All those sources were tools for us to go ahead and utilize,” Downing added. Downing urged Berlin residents to remain vigilant, and to call police at the first sign of suspicions behavior. “We just have to continue to pay

attention to our surroundings,” Downing said. “We’re talking about a group of people coming in and going throughout town. A lot of people didn’t even look out their windows during that whole period of time. “If you see anything suspicious go ahead and call right then and there,” Downing continued. “We had quite a few people who remembered things later on who, in the end, were helpful to us, but if they had called immediately we could have probably caught them a little bit quicker, or maybe even caught them in the act.”

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Seacrets seeking license to distill spirits State legislature likely first step in lengthy process; city hearings could follow

By Josh Davis Staff Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) Looking to increase production and lower overhead costs, Seacrets began what will likely be a lengthy legal process to distill spirits onsite in Ocean City. The first step, clearing the state legislature, began when Sen. Jim Mathias [D-38] introduced SB 523 on Friday, Feb. 6, allowing for a limited craft distiller license in Worcester County. “I’ve been working with some of the folks from Seacrets as to what their needs are, and I’ve been working with the industry as to what the industry would like to see,” Mathias said.

Seacrets had been outsourcing the distillation operations of an original line of spirits, including vodka, gin and light and dark rum, to Delaware Distilling in Rehoboth Beach. “I’d rather put people to work here and I’d rather save the money by doing it on property,” Seacrets owner Leighton Moore said of the proposed move. The distillery would go into the six-unit buildings on the left side of 49th Street, Moore said. Seacrets also has a line of craft beer produced by Salisbury-based Evolution Craft Brewing Co. Moore said he has no plans to alter that arrangement. Mathias is sponsoring the bill on the senate side, while Mary Beth Carozza [R-38C] is backing it in the House of Delegates. “This bill has a positive local eco-

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Mathias, Carozza backing Seacrets distilling legislation Continued from Page 22 in Ocean City, be able to give distillery tours and have another attraction for the town and for Seacrets.â&#x20AC;? If the bill passes the state legislature and is signed into law, Moore would then have to seek city and county approval, triggering a series of public hearings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The city hearing would be to enable people to understand it better, and the county would be for listing a distillery in Ocean City in conjunction with a D-class restaurant/bar,â&#x20AC;? Moore said, adding that county officials told him they would entertain the idea after it clears the state level. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You start at the top and you have to work your way through all the governmental agencies to get you to the ability to start construction,â&#x20AC;? Moore said. If passed, SB 523 would go into effect on July 1. Moore did not have a cost-estimate or a timeline for construction in mind. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have somebody that might be willing to be our distiller, but thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not to say that we have made any final arrangements for that person or contractors because we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know if we would get slowed down or stopped at any level,â&#x20AC;? he said. Last summer, OC Brewing Co. had a lengthy permitting battle with the

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ith smoke so dense that visibility was almost zero downwind from the Lazy Lizard Brew Pub on Philadelphia Avenue and First Street Tuesday morning, the one thing that was evident through the haze was how a multitude of individual tasks coalesced into one coordinated effort, involving Ocean City career and volunteer firefighters as well as volunteers from neighboring companies that were called to assist.

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OBITUARIES BONITA LEE WISE Ocean Pines Bonita Lee Wise, age 75, died on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015 at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin. Born in Mt. Wolf, Pa., she was the daughter of the late John W. Souser and Anna Mae Brenner Souser. She was preceded in death by her husBonita Lee Wise band, Gary Wise in 2011, and son, Michael Scott Craft in 2009. She is survived by her daughters, Jennifer Reely and her husband, David of Pittsville, and Kim Russell and her husband, Tom of Belleville, Ill. There are two grandchildren, Ashley and Melissa Bowlin, and one great-grandchild, Joseph Michael Stein. Also surviving is her sister, Beth Fay and her husband, William of East Berlin, Pa. Mrs. Wise had worked as an agent for Prudential Life Insurance Company. She was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. She loved working in her garden and being a hostess to her friends. A funeral service was held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Berlin on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015. Rev. Michael Moyer officiated. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. CAROL JEAN DONAWAY Berlin Carol Jean Donaway, age 70, passed away on Jan. 31, 2015 at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin.

Ocean City Today Born in Berlin, she was the daughter of Eva Lee Cranfield Lynch and the late Irving W. Lynch, Jr. Surviving are her sisters, Sandra Jones, Elaine Hoke and her husband, Wayne, and Sharon Young and her husband, Nathan, and brother-in-law Ronalod Benson. She was preceded in death by her son, Donald Donaway, Jr., grandson, Justin Donaway, her sister, Deborah Benson and brother in-law, Tom Jones. She leaves numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. A memorial service will be held at a later date and will be private for the family. WILLIAM ALEXANDER FEARS Berlin William Alexander Fears, age 91, of Berlin, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2015. He is preceded in death by his wife, Laura Genevieve Norris. He is survived by his nieces and nephews, Frederick Humphreys Fears, Jr. and his wife, Scarlett, William Fears Edith Lynn Magruder and her husband, Mac, Karl A. Fears and his wife, Linda, and Lisa A. Fears Bryant. William was a member of the Bethany United Methodist Church in Berlin, the VFW Baltimore Post, American Legion Boggs-Disharoon Post #123, Towson Masonic Lodge Mt. Moriah Lodge #116, Towson Odd

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Fellows Lodge and the Boumi Temple. Mr. Fears was employed at the Middlestadt Machine Company in Baltimore for 36 years, and served as a Navy Veteran of WWII. A service was held on Friday, Feb. 6, 2015 at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Interment followed at Evergreen Cemetery in Berlin. Arrangements were in the care of Burbage Funeral Home. Letters of condolence may be sent to Burbag@BurbageFuneralHome.com. ETHEL PALMER GRAY Snow Hill Ethel Palmer Gray, age 80, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2015 at Snow Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born in West Ocean City, she was the daughter of the late Sylvester and Mattie Francis Baker Palmer. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Theodore Wendell Gray, Sr. in 2010, and sisters, Alice Carey, Isabel Gibbons and Virginia Taylor, and brothers, Thomas Palmer and Melvin Palmer. Surviving are her children, Theodore W. Gray, Jr. and his wife, Lynda of Snow Hill, and Ellen Faye Foxwell of Girdletree. She was an adored grandmother to David Gray, Eddie Tindle and his wife, Christina and Lynn Tindle, and great-grandchildren, Ashley Higgs and her husband, Adam, Andrew Tindle, Cameron Blake, Curtis Blake and Ciara Blake, Madison Sterling and great-great-grandchild, Chase Higgs. Also surviving are her brothers,

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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 28 to many of the children in her life, was the much-beloved wife of Gerald “Jerry” Chaney. Kay and Jerry were married in 1961 in Catonsville, Md. at St. Mark’s Church. They met at a drive-in restaurant, Champs, in Catonsville, and have been together ever since. Following their marriage, the couple lived in the Edmondson Village area of Baltimore. They loved to ride around town in Jerry’s 1959 Chevrolet convertible and do things with their friends. Kay and Jerry joyfully welcomed children Deborah Chaney and Michael Chaney in the early 1960s and the family settled into a row home in Arbutus, Md. The children developed an interest in horses and farming, so the family decided to move to western Howard County in the early 1970s. They lived

on a small farm in a home that they built themselves. They raised horses, cattle and sheep and Kay established a family vegetable garden competition to encourage shared garden responsibility. (Jerry grew grass). Both children were very active in Howard County 4H, working on Howard County farms and school activities. “Miss Kay” drove a school bus for the Howard County school system and stayed involved in her children’s lives. They both remember her as always being present for them, and always being “neat and clean.” As their children grew up and moved on to their adult lives, Kay and Jerry continued to live in their Howard County home until 1996, when they sold everything and moved to a new home in Ocean City, Md. Jerry retired from his job and Kay

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and Jerry both drove the trams on the Ocean City Boardwalk for many years. Also in 1996, Kay began what her entire family believes was her favorite role of all time–she became a grandmother, first to Joshua Chaney, then, three years later, to Jenna Chaney. Kay’s grandchildren, and all the children who were ever-present in her life, remember that “Grandma Kay” always had a game or a craft project to do with them and that she always, always cooked their favorite foods for them. Kay did love to cook and was always trying new, healthy recipes, much to Jerry’s chagrin. Kay became an active and beloved member of Faith Baptist Church in Berlin, Md. In recent months, even as her health was failing, Kay baked for church activities and planned children’s lessons. She was thrilled this past Christmas to be the chief organ-

FEBRUARY 13, 2015 izer and chef for her son’s Christmas Day wedding in Jacksonville, Fla. Kay was known by her friends of all ages for being silly and for sharing her gift of laughter. There were reported incidents of mooning and flashing, but we did not confirm these reports. Kay was a servant as well, to anyone in need; she was always the first to show up to help. Kay is survived by her husband of 53 years, Jerry, by her two children, Deborah and Michael, by her daughters-in-law, Julie Boughn and Christi Chaney, and by her beloved grandchildren, Josh and Jenna. She is also survived by her many friends from her life in Howard County and the Ocean City area, by the many, many children who loved her, and by her faith community at Faith Baptist Church. Her parents, Hazel Mae Freeman and William Freeman, both preceded her in death, as did her brother, Joseph Freeman. She was known for being wise, caring, fun-loving, and a great cook. She will be dearly missed. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Faith Baptist Church Memorial Garden. Arrangements are in the care of The Burbage Funeral Home. Letters of condolence may be shared with the family at Burbage@BurbageFuneralHome.com.

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Multiple drugs Lamar Morris, 31, of Selbyville, Del. and Joseph Giddins, 32, of Frankford, Del. were arrested by Maryland State Troopers on Feb. 4 for the possession of multiple drugs during a traffic stop. Troopers were in the area of Bishopville and Old Stage Road when they stopped a car for exceeding the speed limit. Through the course of the traffic stop, Morris was asked to get out of his vehicle. According to the report, he consented to a pat-down and 15 packets of suspected heroin were located. In addition, a baggie containing trace amounts of suspected cocaine was found. The passenger of the vehicle, Giddins, also consented to a pat down. One strip of Suboxone, one syringe and one spoon containing trace

amounts of suspected heroin were found. Morris and Giddins were arrested and charged with CDS violations and released on personal recognizance pending their court trial.

Theft from restaurant Donna Prouty, 57 of Salisbury was arrested on Feb. 5 for steal more than $2,500 from a local restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s account through a cell phone application. In August, Ocean City Police Criminal Investigation Division detectives began an investigation into a theft scheme when a local restaurant reported suspected fraudulent transactions. Detectives discovered that Prouty, a spouse of an employee at the restaurant, accessed a mobile application the employee had on his cell phone. The app was used to accept

payments from customers and she allegedly transferred more than $2,500 from the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s account into her own accounts. A warrant for Proutyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arrest was issued in November and she was arrested last week after she turned herself in to the police at the Ocean City public safety building. Prouty faces charges of theft, theft scheme and multiple counts of unauthorized use of anotherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s credit card.

Stealing televisions Dylan Ludlum, 23, of West Ocean City was charged on Monday with stealing televisions from WalMart in Berlin. The Worcester County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office deputies received a broadcast in reference to a vehicle with a description suspected in connection to an alleged theft of televisions. The vehicle was located on Old

Bridge Road and a traffic stop was conducted. WalMart employees identified Ludlum as the suspect. He was charged with theft less than a $1,000, driving on a suspended license and driving on a revoked license. He was released pending a trial.

Paraphernalia Holly Star Lynch, 37, of Snow Hill was arrested on Feb. 7 for the possession of drug paraphernalia. A Worcester County Sheriff Office Deputy stopped the car in which Lynchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s was riding and a K9 scan was conducted. Lynch reportedly admitted to police she had needles in her purse. The deputy found three capped hypodermic syringes, which allegedly said were used to inject heroin. She was arrested, charged and released on a criminal citation

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WCDC pushing back against federal cut of work program County, Berlin fear plans to axe disabled workers from payroll of Newark facility

By Josh Davis Staff Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) Worcester County Developmental Center in Newark is fighting new federal regulations that threaten to compromise the ability of the center, and similar ones statewide, to assist people with disabilities with vocational training. While the state is developing a plan to comply with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ rule on Home and Community Based Services [CMS], the developmental center is requesting letters of support during the public comment period that ends Feb. 15. “CMS provides approximately half of the funding for services to people with disabilities across the country,” Jack Ferry, the center’s executive director said in a statement. “States do not want to take any chances with this large amount of money. CMS wants people with disabilities to be more integrated into the community and so do we. However, all people with a disability are being painted with a broad stroke, which could jeopardize individual choice.”

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Work center for handicapped hits roadblock Continued from Page 32 tivities such as volunteering, recreation and socialization.” “While these activities are fine for some, and should be a choice for those who wish it, we believe employment is a better path to economic and social independence while more accurately reflecting the stated goals of the DDA,” he said. “Our clients are paid for all the work they do,” Ferry continued. “Work for all of us is not only a way to provide for ourselves and our families, but it is also a way we contribute to society. Our clients understand this. They may not know exactly what the dollar amount on the check means, but they know that check means they accomplished something. They know that they contributed to society.” Belinda Gulyas, principal at the

Cedar Chapel Special School and a they are able to do,” she said. “They developmental center board member, may only be able to do a certain part worried the federal initiative would of the job, given their physical and “eliminate work for any client who their cognitive disability, so they’re would like to work as part of their paid for that part of the job that program at WCDC.” they’re able to do.” “It’s not that Gulyas said the WCDC is closing, initiative would afit’s not that they’re ‘Work for all of us is not only a fect all similar ornot going to offer way to provide for ourselves and g a n i z a t i o n s services, what this our families, but it is also a way statewide, includfederal mandate is ing the Somerset we contribute to society.’ going to do is it’s County DevelopJack Ferry, the center’s going to eliminate ment Center and executive director the work option for Dove Point. our clients who have “All of these the most significant agencies are facing disabilities,” she said. the same thing,” she said. Gulyas touted the center’s ability Berlin Mayor Gee Williams wrote to match different tasks and different a letter, on behalf of the town council, jobs to a variety of clients with differ- supporting center ent abilities and aptitudes. “The Berlin mayor and council are “Their job might be exactly what actively and deeply interested in the

services of WCDC,” William said in the letter. “We have been impressed with their steadily growing record of outreach and success in providing employment opportunities that ultimately provide a path to economic and social independence, goals clearly supported by the [Developmental Disabilities Administration].” The town, Williams said, “put our money where our mouth is,” granting $7,500 to the center during the current fiscal year. “We fear the CMS’s idea is a classic example of good intentions that ultimately lead us down the road to hell,” William said. “I suspect some of the motivation to move away from facility-based employment is driven by the potential to reduce costs. Quite frankly, their idea may be a viable alternative for a very limited number of WCDC client-citizens, but the reality is that there are simply many more people who come to the WCDC facility every day who are not yet ready for community employment.” The letter went on to “strongly urge” CMS to not replace programs such as those offered at WCDC with one that “is very likely suitable for a fraction of the folks now being served.” Ultimately, Ferry said the center’s leadership feels that individual choices for people with disabilities should be made on a personal level, rather than at a federal or state level. “We are requesting you act by sending a letter or email telling the Maryland transition team that if they are serious about client choice, all options, including the choice of working in a facility-based employment training program, must be offered,” he said. Letters expressing viewpoints on the Maryland’s plan must be sent by Feb. 15 to DHMH, 201 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201, or Dhmh.hcbssetting@maryland.gov.

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City floats flood-related building code changes OC regulations will become moot once FEMA pulls base elevation reference in maps

By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) As city officials anticipate major changes to the city’s building code and flood mapping, the City Council hopes to hear what contractors and developers think at the council’s Tuesday, Feb. 17 meeting. Two elements of the code are slated to be re-written. The first will ensure that new construction in the resort continues to be built with the same amount of elevation, even though the federally determined “base flood elevation,” which the city’s current code relies heavily upon for height standards, will cease to exist for much of the resort once new flood maps go into effect later this year. The second revision would enact a 10-year window on the calculation used to determine if property has been “significantly improved” and must be brought up to current flood code. This would provide more leeway for property owners who are doing minor repairs or renovations over time, and cannot yet afford a wholesale reconstruction. New Flood Insurance Rate Maps,

as set by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the National Flood Insurance Program, are set to go into effect on July 16. The current maps, in effect since the 1980s, put almost all of Ocean City in zones that are within a 100year floodplain. This means that, in any given year, there is a one percent chance of a storm that will reach or exceed the mapped base flood elevation. While that may seem like a slim chance, statistics are cumulative, City Engineer Terry McGean said. “What that actually means is that within a 100-year period, you have a 63 percent chance of experiencing that catastrophic storm,” McGean said. However, the new maps set to go into effect this year take the city’s beach replenishment and dunebuilding projects into account for the first time. As such, much of the resort – including nearly all oceanfront properties – have been downgraded to zone designations that are not considered part of the 100-year floodplain. “Once you’re outside of that one percent zoning, FEMA no longer assigns you a base flood elevation,” McGean said. This creates a problem for the city’s building code, which almost universally specifies building heights

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in terms of feet above base flood elevation. For most areas on the ocean side of the resort, for instance, the city’s code calls for buildings to be elevated at least three feet above base flood elevation. But with these areas now out of the 100-year floodplain, base elevation ceases to exist, thus making the city’s code useless. “So I could basically build my house on a slab six inches off the ground?” Council Secretary Mary Knight asked. “If we don’t change our code before adopting the new flood maps, yes,” McGean said. Rather, McGean proposed revisions that would require a certain amount of height above the “nearest adjacent grade” for newly constructed buildings, if no base flood elevation was present. This would be three feet on the ocean side of Coastal Highway, and three feet on the bay side. Many bayfront properties, McGean said, will remain in a 100-year floodplain, and thus will not change. Direct oceanfront properties that are outside of the floodplain would be required to be 16.5 feet above the newest sea level standard. Properties in the downtown area, which receive a special dispensation from FEMA, could continue to be built at-grade. Essentially, first-floor elevations in the city won’t change, McGean said, even though the base flood elevation standard will be gone for much of the resort. “We’re trying to maintain the same standards we have now, regardless of if you’re in a flood zone,” McGean said. Some may ask why, if FEMA is backing off on the city’s flood designation, city government is still holding resort buildings to a higher standard. But after Sandy, city leaders stressed erring on the side of caution. “If a serious storm does hit, and we have our properties at the right elevations, we’re going to survive a lot better and recover much faster,” said Councilman Dennis Dare. Additionally, FEMA may well change the maps again in another 20 years, putting parts of resort back into the 100-year floodplain. If those areas have been built up with substandard properties, the city’s FEMA rating will fall, and the resort may lose the resortwide discount on flood insurance that property owners currently can obtain. “If you have a substantial amount of new properties that end up being built below the flood line, then your rates are really going to go up,” McGean said. On the other hand, the proposed code revision would also modify the standard for “substantial improvements” in order to give existing property owners extra wiggle room in bringing their buildings up to code. FEMA allows structures built

prior to current flood codes to remain substandard, with no effect on the city’s rating, as long as there have been no “substantial improvements” to the property. If such improvements are being made, the structure must be brought up to code. FEMA defines substantial improvement as having occurred once structural improvement has been done to 50 percent or more of the property’s value. This threshold is cumulative, meaning that over time, many property owners have accumulated improvements up to the 50 percent mark, and are unwilling to do any further work on their property, lest they have to conform to current flood codes. For many older buildings, this could mean raising the entire structure several feet, at great cost. This was not been an issue for many years, given that the increasing value of properties in the resort has given owners more and more headroom before they hit the 50 percent margin. With values now settling out post2008, however, many small property owners are approaching the limit and are reluctant to do even minor repairs, such as new windows or roofs. “Those market values are now coming down to where they’re more comfortable,” said Kevin Brown, the city’s Chief Building Inspector. “But that increases the likelihood of you improving more than 50 percent of your value and it thus becoming a ‘substantial improvement.’ When property values were high, substantial improvement wasn’t a question.” FEMA policy does not delineate between wholesale redevelopment projects and maintenance items, which is what the city has desired to do in order to help out small property owners. However, Brown said, FEMA would allow the city to put a time span on the requirement, to state that a substantial improvement is one that alters more than 50 percent of the property’s value over a period of 10 years or less. This would continually re-set the clock for those who are making gradual investment in their properties, and may not be able to afford to rebuild for flood code. “When a building permit is submitted, we will only go back 10 years and add the cost of the cumulative improvements, instead of going all the way back to 1971 when the first flood code was implemented,” Brown said. “It will allows folks to improve their properties without fear of having to go spend substantially more money to bring it entirely up to code.” The council will hear the issue again this coming Tuesday night, in anticipation of an ordinance being written and passed before the new flood maps go into effect this summer.

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Employee Robin Rockwell stands in front of a selection of women’s lacrosse sticks in the new Quiet Storm Surf and Turf shop. It opened in Fenwick Island, Del. on Feb. 7.

Quiet Storm Surf & Turf opens in Fenwick Island

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) Quiet Storm clothing retailer Bill Dreibelbis knows his lacrosse, which explains the theme of his new “Quiet Storm Surf & Turf’” in Fenwick Island. “We’ve been doing the surf for a while and now were adding the turf,” he said. Dreibelbis got married two years ago and both of his stepsons play lacrosse, which rekindled his former interests. He played the game in high school and college. From 1978 to 1985, Dreibelbis owned Athletes Choice shops in Baltimore, Annapolis, in the Columbia Mall and Towson, all of which carried lacrosse gear. The newest store in Quiet Storm’s portfolio will be the first one to focus on lacrosse. But while it will carry major manufactures of lacrosse brands, it will not forget the operation’s roots. Quiet Storm’s own line of surf products, including hats, sweatshirts, board shirts and T-shirts, will be sold in Fenwick Island along with Costa sunglasses and Salt Life clothing. The store also will carry Nike brand shoes, running gear and yoga wear. Next fall, it might add some soccer products, he said. Dreibelbis wanted to provide the surrounding community with products

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Quiet Storm clothing is on display at Quiet Storm Surf and Turf, which opened in Fenwick Island last weekend. The store features its own line of clothing and hats. Lacrosse equipment and surf products are also available.

not found in the immediate area while not stepping on any of his neighboring businesses’ toes. “We are 25 blocks from the rec fields. Kids can get up here during tournament time and it will be a lot easier than going to West Ocean City for their lacrosse equipment,” Dreibelbis said. “It was a shame no one opened a lacrosse store down here. It’s needed for sure.” In October, Quiet Storm Surf & Turf took over the former home of Ruddo’s

Golf Store at 101 Coastal Highway in Fenwick, made renovations the past couple months and officially opened last weekend. “I used to live in Fenwick Island and always liked the location. It has a big awning out front and it sticks out, which makes the store noticeable from the highway,” Dreibelbis said. Saving on sales tax was a big draw to Fenwick Island for Dreibelbis. People can save $50 on a couple hundred-dolSee NEW Page 38

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) Changes are coming Aug. 1, from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). The changes stemmed from the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (Dodd-Frank Act), and will consolidate some of the existing disclosure forms in an effort to provide consistent language, consumer clarity and simplified process for lenders and settlement agents. Standard for decades, Federal law has required lenders to provide disclosure forms to prospective homebuyers: the Good Faith Estimate (GFE) and the initial Truth-in-Lending (initial TIL) at time of loan application and the HUD-1 settlement sheet and the final Truth-in-Lending (final TIL) at settlement. The GFE and the initial TIL forms have been combined into the new “Loan Estimate” form. The Loan Estimate form is designed to provide disclosures that will be helpful to consumers in understanding the key features, costs and risks of the mortgage loan for which they are applying. This form must be provided no later than the third business day after a customer submits a loan application. The HUD-1 and the final TIL have been combined into the new “Closing Disclosure” form. This form is designed to provide disclosures that help homebuyers understand all the costs of a transaction. This form must be provided at least three business days before consummation of the loan. The CFPB states that the forms use clear language and are designed to make it easier for consumers to locate key information, such as interest rate, monthly payments, and costs to close the loan. The forms also provide more information to help consumers decide whether they can afford the loan and to facilitate comparison of the cost of different loan offers, including the cost of the loans over time. This new rule does not apply to HELOCs, reverse mortgages or mortgages secured by a mobile home or by a dwelling that is not attached to real property. Lenders and settlement companies are reviewing the changes very closely to ensure that they will be in compliance once the new rule takes affect See NEW Page 40

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New shop offers lax equipment, surf products Continued from Page 37 lar order, he said. Quiet Storm has other locations in Ocean City and the Delaware beaches. Their 32,000-square-foot store on the Ocean City Boardwalk at N. Division Street has about five times the selection of similar stores, Dreibelbis said. The orginial store on 75th Street was named Summer Breeze when Dreibelbis bought it in 1983. He renamed Quiet Storm after he took over the brand in 1989. In Rehoboth Beach, Quiet Storm has a 4,500-square-foot-store that is going through an expansion that will double its size. Lacrosse season starts in March and Quiet Storm sponsors seven local boy’s teams throughout the spring. “We have original product and quality items you can’t find anywhere else at a good value,” Dreibelbis said. “Come in and see us, we would love to talk about lacrosse or surfing.” Quiet Storm Surf & Turf is open every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday. On Sundays its hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit QuietStorm.com or call the store at 302-5810122.

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Assawoman Bay Brewing Co. will ‘continue to grow’ Continued from Page 38 Weissberg, on the other hand, leans a little more on the traditional side of brewing. “My brewing style would be best described as a healthy respect for traditional brewing styles with a little bit of personality and my own twist on it,” he said. Assawoman’s debut beer, the 5.25 percent ABV/20 IBU Bayside Blonde pale ale released last summer, balances light malt notes with a refreshing hop bitterness. “It was really the first beer brewed on this system, a test batch just to see how the system worked,” Weissberg said. “When commissioning a new brewery you have a lot of variables and unknowns. You don’t know what your efficiency is going to be, you don’t know the hop character and what kind of reaction you’re going to get from that and the fermenters and using your water for the first time and how that reacts with your grains.” Weissberg said the light, no-frills pale ale, helped him determine how his flavors would show through in the new system. “You don’t want to disguise a lot of things,” he said. “You don’t want to throw too many ingredients into your first batch. You just want to learn how your system works and then you can start adding more and doing more things with it. Today the brewery offers 10 different styles of beer on tap, ranging from the original brew to the increased spice character of the Bryant’s Folley Belgian Pale, the American-style Isle of Wight Wheat, the malty Angry Clown Brown, the Commodore Decatur’s Black Ale, featuring a roasted malt character on the front of tasting, the German-style Oktoberfest MD marzen and the award-winning Transporter, named the top porter in the winter United States Beer Tasting Championship earlier this year. “We received two regional awards for the porter and the marzen, and the porter went on to the national round and won the national grand champion for the porter division,” he said. “It’s very exciting for a new brewery to get some really good response. I don’t think the purpose of doing this is to get the awards, but it’s nice to see where your beers measure up to all the other great craft breweries that are out there.” For now, the tasting room is open for tours and tastings by appointment. Weissberg expects the brewery to keep regular hours during the summer. Assawoman beers are also available at the 45th Street Tap House, 9th Street Tap House and OC Steamers. “We’re also hoping to start distributing and getting placement,” Weissberg said. “I would certainly encourage everyone to stop by the brewery, and when you’re out and about at your favorite craft bars to ask for our beers.” Weissberg said the brewery is also looking into bottling or canning options.

“We’re looking for this spring and summer to be a good kind of breakout year for us,” he said. “We had a really good introduction of our product last summer and now the word is starting to get out about what we’re doing.” The current crop of 10 beers is likely to become the core lineup, according to Weissberg, although he promised to continue adding new flavors in the future. “With a 15-barrel system, we’ll continue to grow here,” he said. “With the new year, we’re just trying to bring more great craft beer out on the shore and attract as many people to not just our brewery and tasting room, but the other craft beer bars that we love and continue to support as well.

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Mitrecic, Romano and Williams to compete at states

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 13, 2015) Three indoor track athletes will represent Stephen Decatur during the 3A state championships, Tuesday, Feb. 17 at the Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex in Landover. The Lady Seahawks qualified for states because of their perJody Stigler formances during the Feb. 3, 3A East Regional meet at the Baltimore Armory. Decatur sophomore Jillian Mitrecic pole vaulted 7 feet 6 inches to finish in fourth place in the regional event. “I did all right. I really wanted to clear 8 feet, but I just couldn’t get over it,” she said. Decatur sophomore Christina Romano tied for fourth place in the high jump with Caitlin Bowman and Sarah Deresky, both from Northern of Calvert County. They high jumped 4 feet 8 inches. “I did OK. I really wanted to get 4 [feet] 10 [inches]. I got 4 [feet] 8 [inches] at regionals which is pretty good,” Romano said. Decatur sophomore Bethany Williams placed seventh with a high jump of 4 feet 8 inches also. Since they all recorded high jumps of 4 feet 8 inches, the tiebreaker was the number of attempts at lower heights. “I think I did pretty good,” Williams said. “I got over 4 [feet] 8 [inches] but 4 [feet] 10 [inches] kind of threw me off a little bit. I think my performance that whole time was pretty good.” The Decatur girls’ team finished 12th and the boys’ squad placed 13th overall at regionals. “The competition was really difficult. Much different than the competition that we have faced during the rest of the season,” Decatur Coach Jody Stigler said. “I think we did OK at regionals considering the conditions and competition. The facility is not very good and not conducive to having a PR [personal record]. Additionally, it is always tough when you have a three-hour bus ride right before you run in a meet.” Mitrecic, Romano and Williams are looking forward to competing at states. “For those going to states, I am hoping that we just have our best performance,” Stigler said. “I want each of the athletes to have their best heights at the state meet.” See LADY Page 42

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By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 13, 2015) On their home court Tuesday night, the Stephen Decatur Seahawks pulled out a 59-57 overtime victory over the Snow Hill Eagles. “I think the kids played hard and really wanted to win for the fans,” Decatur boys’ basketball Coach Byron “BJ” Johnson said. “Turnovers have hurt us all year, but the kids still found a way to win.” The battle in Berlin started at the opening tip-off. Decatur put 13 points on the board in the first quarter, while Snow Hill scored 10. The Seahawks extended their lead in the second quarter, outscoring the Eagles 19-15. At halftime, the home team held a 32-25 advantage. The visiting Eagles chipped away at the Seahawks’ lead in the third quarter. Snow Hill started the fourth quarter trailing by just two points, 42-40. The Seahawks were ahead by five points late in the game, but the Eagles fought back to tie it. With seconds on the clock, Decatur sophomore Tyree Henry grabbed a rebound and was fouled as he put the ball back up. Hitting one of two shots, Henry forced overtime with the score tied 55-55 at the end of regulation. Before the boys stepped back on the court for the overtime period, Johnson told the Seahawks, “if we don’t turn the ball over, we’ll win this game.” Sophomores Keve Aluma and Ja’Quan Johnson scored in overtime and Decatur held on to win 59-57. “We took care of the ball and we were able to win,” Coach Johnson said. Ja’Quan Johnson led Decatur with 17 points and six rebounds. Aluma tallied 12 points and 17 rebounds and Aaron Dale Jr., a senior, had 10 points and five rebounds. “I commend these kids for the effort they give each night…this is a really young team and the future looks bright,” the coach said. “We are taking this year as a learning experience. The mistakes we are making now, we hope not to make in the future. The kids are playing their hearts out and that’s all a coach can ask for.” Decatur will finish the regular season on the road. The Seahawks will take a trip to Stevensville to face the Kent Island Buccaneers on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Their last game will be played in Salisbury against the Parkside Rams on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. “For this team to be successful, we need to limit our turnovers,” Johnson said. “I think if we do that we can finish out the season strong. I encourage our fans to be patient with this team and remember the future will give them something to cheer about.”

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Stephen Decatur indoor track athletes, from left, sophomores Christina Romano, Bethany Williams and Jillian Mitrecic will compete in the 3A state championship meet on Tuesday at the Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex in Landover. Romano and Williams will participate in the high jump event and Mitrecic in the pole vault competition.

Lady Seahawks excited for state championship meet Continued from Page 41 It will be Mitrecic’s and Romano’s second appearance at the championship meet and Williams’ first. “I think I know what to expect this year. I know where they’re going to be starting so I can work on my opening height,” Mitrecic said. “I’m really excited. I’m going with Christina and Bethany so that will be fun.” Mitrecic said her goal is to clear 8 feet. “I feel like once you get to 8 feet you really start competing,” she said. “Right now I’m at 7 and a half feet and that’s kind of borderline. Once I get 8 feet I can work on challenging the other girls.” Participating in the same event, Ro-

mano said she and Williams encourage and help each other so they can both be successful. “It’s my second time going to state. I feel like I know a little more what to expect and how the competition is,” Romano said. “I’m really excited. I want to clear 4 [feet] 10 [inches]. Hopefully we can get 4 [feet] 10 together.” Williams said 4 feet 10 inches is a height she has had a little bit of trouble with this season. That is the mark she is shooting for at states. “Other than that, just going to states was really my goal this year,” Williams said. “It’s my first time going to states so it’s a new experience to learn from.”

Stephen Decatur (STDE) 51 James M Bennett (JMBS) 18 170: Caleb Bourne (STDE) pinned Jamal King (JMBS), 2:15 182: William Harrison (JMBS) 8-3 decision over Brandon Wooten (STDE) 195: Patrick Devenny (STDE) 9-8 decision over Jordan Mills (JMBS) 220: Ean Spencer (STDE) pinned Richardo Bravo (JMBS), 2:13 285: Loma Thomas (JMBS) pinned Gavin Payne (STDE), 3:30 106: Josh Lawson (STDE) pinned Eddie Bailey (JMBS), 1:35 113: Jeremy Danner (STDE) 8-3 decision over Tanner Farro (JMBS) 120: Thomas Scafone (STDE) pinned Michael Edwards (JMBS), 0:59 126: Matt Darcy (JMBS) pinned Robert Scafone (STDE), 1:42 132: Andrew McKahan (STDE) pinned Demetrius Hawkins (JMBS), 3:51 138: Steven Ringer (JMBS) 10-9 decision over Jeremiah Purnell (STDE) 145: Maxwell Pyles (STDE) pinned William Twilley (JMBS), 0:39 152: Tyler Vansice (STDE) pinned Collin Hooks (JMBS), 0:21 160: Brett Kim (STDE) 10-7 decision over Louis Bernard (JMBS) Stephen Decatur (STDE) 60 Mardela (MARD) 20 106: Josh Lawson (STDE) pinned Joseph Cropper (MARD), 1:32 113: Nasir Tucker (MARD) 24-8 tech fall over Jeremy Danner (STDE) 120: Thomas Scafone (STDE) pinned Brett Bramble (MARD), 1:32 126: Andrew McKahan (STDE) pinned Khristian Sempritt (MARD), 3:16 132: Jeremiah Purnell (STDE) pinned Zack Fisher (MARD), 1:31 138: Shemar Watts (MARD) pinned Maxwell Pyles (STDE), 0:30 145: Chase Bowden (MARD) 6-2 decision over Brandon McKenzie (STDE) 152: Tyler Vansice (STDE) pinned Parker Dewitt (MARD), 4:53

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Decatur wrestlers win final three meets of season

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 13, 2015) The Stephen Decatur wrestling team won its final three matches of the regular season as the Seahawks now prepare for the Feb. 20 Bayside Conference championship. Decatur took a trip to Salisbury last Friday to face the James M. Bennett Clippers. The Seahawks came home with a 51-18 victory. Decatur seniors TJ Scafone (120 pounds) and Maxwell Pyles (145), junior, Tyler Vansice (152), sophomores Ean Spencer (220), Josh Lawson (106) and Andrew McKahan (132) and freshman Caleb Bourne (170) pinned their opponents. Junior Patrick Devenny edged out his 195-pound opponent 9-8. Freshman Jeremy Danner won his 113pound match 8-3 and Brett Kim, a junior, outscored his 160-pound opponent 10-7. “Most of the guys wrestled very well,” said Decatur Coach Todd Martinek. “Brett Kim won his match in

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Decatur wrestlers preparing for Baysides the last 30 seconds. He is peaking at the right time. He was down 6-3 after two periods [and] scored seven points in the final period.” On Monday, Decatur traveled to Mardela Springs for a tri-meet with the Mardela Warriors and Cambridge– Todd Martinek South Dorchester Vikings. The Seahawks topped the Warriors 60-20.

Lawson (106), Scafone (120), McKahan (126), Vansice (152), Kim (160), Bourne (170), Spencer (220), senior captains Jeremiah Purnell (132) and Brandon Wooten (182) and sophomore Gavin Payne (285) pinned their competition. Decatur earned a 58-18 win over the Vikings. Danner (106), Scafone (120), Pyles (138), Kim (160), Spencer (220) and Payne (285) scored victories by pin. Lawson shut out his 113-pound opponent 2-0 and McKahan logged a 15-3 major decision at 126 pounds.

Vansice outscored his 152-pound competitor 7-0. Cambridge forfeited matches to senior captain Brandon McKenzie (145) and Purnell (132). Martinek thought the Seahawks looked a little sluggish, but they wrestled well. “Lawson bumped up to 113 [pounds] and won a tough 2-0 decision, and TJ Scafone got two wins down at 120 pounds, which is a tough weight for him to get to,” Martinek said. “Gavin Payne picked up two pins. He is really showing improve-

ment over the past month.” The Seahawks are now fine-tuning for the Bayside Conference championship match scheduled for next Friday in Cambridge. “We’ll just focus on keeping our fitness levels up as well as fixing some problems we have on the mat. We are wrestling pretty well on our feet, but need some work on the mat,” Martinek said. “The title will belong to North Caroline this year, but we want to get as many wrestlers into the top four this year to qualify for regionals.”

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By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 13, 2015) The Worcester Prep girls’ basketball team trailed for three and a half quarters Monday night, but the Lady Mallards never gave up. They fought until the end for a come-frombehind 25-24 victory over Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference rival, the Saints Peter & Paul Sabres. “I think we played great defense, but then on offense the ball just would not go in. Every single shot the ball would come back out,” Prep Coach Simona Holland said. “Defense was really good. We got some interceptions, we stole the ball, we got rebounds, then we’d go back on offense and the ball just wouldn’t go in. The girls played hard the whole game, we just had an off night shooting.” Only four points were scored in the first quarter and they were by the Sabres. Saints Peter & Paul pulled ahead 60 in the second quarter, but Worcester answered. Sophomore Leigh Lingo put the Mallards on the board with five minutes left in the half. Senior captain Sophie Brennan scored and was fouled. She made her free throw and the Mallards cut the Sabres’ lead to one. Saints Peter & Paul held a 10-7 advantage at halftime. After three quarters, the visiting Sabres led 19-15. Senior captain Natalie Twilley brought the Mallards to within one at the 4:55 mark in the fourth quarter. About a minute later, Karlie Southcomb, a sophomore, gave the Prep team its first lead of the night, 21-20. “I was really excited because it was my first couple of minutes [playing] in the second half,” she said. “I was really excited for the whole team because Saints Peter & Paul is one of our biggest rivals. Finally [having a lead] definitely gave us a lot of hope.” After taking a one-point lead, Holland said, “I think they finally realized they can win. They just played hard and

really wanted to win.” Saints Peter & Paul pulled in front 22-21 with two free throws, but Southcomb provided her team with a 23-22 advantage with 1:45 remaining. With 20.4 seconds on the clock, junior Grace Tunis was fouled and stepped to the line to shoot two. “Obviously I was nervous because it was the end of the game. My coach looked over at me and she just said ‘keep your arm straight.’ I kept my arm straight and they went in,” Tunis said. “I made the first one and I felt a little relief because we were already up by one, then the second one put us ahead by three. [After hitting two] I think I was feeling like we have to get back on defense really quick and keep playing because there wasn’t much time left in the game and I just hoped to God that our team would finish the game [on top] and we did.” The Sabres scored with 1.1 second on the clock, but the Mallards held on for a one-point victory. Brennan led Worcester with seven points, five steals and three assists. Tunis chipped in with six points and seven rebounds. “We didn’t have as many points as we usually get, but I think we played our hearts out in the second half,” Tunis said. Twilley contributed with four points, nine rebounds and six blocks. Southcomb scored four points and those baskets switched the momentum in her team’s favor late in the match. She also had seven rebounds and three steals. “It was a very close game. Very intense,” Southcomb said. “They beat us a couple weeks back and we really wanted this. They’re one of our biggest rivals and it feels amazing to beat them.” Worcester’s final game of the regular season is today, Friday, against the Holly Grove Eagles in Westover at 5:30 p.m. The ESIAC tournament kicks off Wednesday with the semifinal round.

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Decatur swim teams end season with wins Seahawks will compete in 3A/2A/1A East Regional championship, Saturday

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 13, 2015) The Stephen Decatur swim teams wrapped up regular season competition last Thursday with victories over the Saints Peter & Paul Sabres at the Pocomoke YMCA. The Lady Seahawks won 106-63. Girls who earned first-place honors in their individual events were: seniors Steve Deakyne Stephany Smith (100yard butterfly, 1:15.73) and team co-captain Carly Deickman (100-yard breaststroke, 1:14.05) and juniors Hailey Williams (200-yard freestyle, 2:16.18; 500-yard freestyle, 6:11.13) and Marley Rakow (100yard freestyle, 1:00.02). Seniors Madison Tinus and Kailey MiDamien Sanzotti havetz, Rakow and Smith scored a victory in the 200-yard freestyle relay race (1:54.69). Williams, Deickman and seniors Maria Zweifel and Molly Wooten finished first in the 400-yard freestyle relay race (4:23.39). “I thought our swimmers did an excellent job and swam well against a tough opponent,” said Decatur Coach Steve Deakyne. “Senior night went well, and our group of four seniors in the 200 free relay posted their best time of the season.” The Decatur boys’ squad came out on top, 103-65. Seahawks who won their individual events were: senior captains Dalton Warren (100-yard backstroke, 1:07.09) and Chris Poole (100-yard freestyle, 56.03 seconds), junior An-

drew Gottfried (200 IM, 2:13.46; 100yard butterfly, 59.06 seconds), sophomores Tucker Cordial (200-yard freestyle, 2:11.40) and Dustin Berkey (50-yard freestyle, 26.41 seconds) and freshman Kevin Williams (100-yard breaststroke, 1:08.28). Warren, Williams, Gottfried and Poole out-swam their competition in the 200-yard medley relay race (1:50.85). Senior Matt Krall, Berkey, Cordial and Williams took top honors in the 400-yard freestyle relay race (3:59.65). “The boys swam very well. It was senior night and the windows in the pool were covered with posters and well wishes for the seniors,” said Decatur Coach Damien Sanzotti. “Some of the swimmers improved their times for regionals.” The 3A/2A/1A East Regional meet is scheduled for Saturday at the Arundel Swim Center. Last year, Decatur’s girls’ team was favored to win the regional title and the Lady Seahawks didn’t disappoint as they captured their second consecutive championship. Tinus won the 100-yard freestyle and Deickman the 100-yard breaststroke to bring home individual regional titles last year. Deickman’s time of 1:13.36 was a new meet record. “To prepare for regionals, the team will be really focusing on refining the technical aspects of their individual strokes, along with focusing on fast turns and fast starts,” Deakyne said earlier this week. “As long as Decatur practices well, stays focused and utilizes all the experience they have gained this season, then I believe our swimmers will be successful and post their best times of the season.” Deakyne said the level of competition will be much higher at regionals, as each team will be putting its top swimmers in their best individual events. “That being said, I think the Decatur girls have an excellent chance of

Decatur girls’ basketball team takes down SH, 61-22 By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Fab. 13, 2015) The Stephen Decatur girls’ basketball team cruised pasted another Bayside Conference opponent, winning Tuesday night’s game against the Snow Hill Eagles, 61-22. “Overall we played well. Snow Hill is very physical and they always play tough in their gym,” Decatur Coach Amy Fenzel-Mergott said. “We did a lot of good things on offense and had a variety of scoring. Also, we were 63 percent from the free-throw line [which is] decent.” The visiting Lady Seahawks

outscored the Eagles 15-5 in the first quarter. They tacked on 19 points in the second quarter and held Snow Hill to five to go into the halftime break ahead 34-10. Decatur added 14 points in the third quarter to increase its advantage to 48-12. Junior Dayona Godwin led the Seahawks with 19 points. Senior Payton VanKirk chipped in with nine points. Marina Jones, a senior captain, logged nine points and nine rebounds. Senior Blair Yesko had seven points, including a three pointer in the fourth quarter. See LADY Page 46

winning or placing highly at regionals,” he said. “I think some of our toughest competition will come from Easton, whom we swam against in our first meet, along with some of the schools across the bridge.” The Decatur boys’ team finished third overall at regionals last year. “Our focus this week is for each swimmer to focus on the events they are in. We are working on everything from our starts and turns, to our underwaters and kicks, to race-pace swimming,” Sanzotti said Tuesday. “The whole team needs to continue to improve in areas that we have been discussing all season. We have done extensive work on kicking, which will be essential to success at regionals.” Sanzotti is confident the boys will do well at regionals. He is hoping for the team to finish in the top three.

“We had competitive dual meets with almost all of the teams in our region…I’m not exactly sure what to expect from other schools…I believe that Andrew Gottfried will do well in the 100 butterfly and 200 IM, Kevin Williams in the 100 breaststroke, Dalton Warren in the 100 backstroke and the boys’ 200 medley relay is very strong. But, it will take a team effort from all the boys to make it into the top three.” The top three finishers in each regional event will qualify for the 3A/2A/1A state championship, scheduled for next Saturday at Eppley Recreation Center on the University of Maryland-College Park campus. Individual competitors or relay teams who, in their regional meet, are among the next top-12 statewide times will also qualify for states.

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Lady Seahawks eye spot in Coastal Lacrosse season starts March 2 with practice Bayside Conf. title match Continued from Page 45 Decatur has three regular season games remaining. The Seahawks will play the Washington Jaguars in Princess Anne today, Friday, at 4 p.m. They will host the Kent Island Buccaneers on Tuesday and the Parkside Rams on Thursday. Both games are scheduled to start at 5:30 p.m. To be successful, Fenzel-Mergott said the Seahawks need to “improve

on our weaknesses, rebounding especially; improve on our foul shooting [and] improve our field goal percentage from the paint.” Decatur hopes to represent the Bayside South in the Feb. 25 conference championship game. “We are focused [and] taking one game at a time,” Fenzel-Mergott said. “Mardela only has 19 games and we have 20 so if we win out we win the South Bayside.”

WP victorious over Salisbury

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 13, 2015) The stands were packed with fans Wednesday, as Worcester Prep’s boys’ basketball team took on the Salisbury School Dragons. The 48-26 win was extra special as the graduating Mallards where honored during the squad’s Senior Night. “It was senior night and the crowd was amazing,” said Prep Coach Keith Geiger. “It helps to have a packed house with fans screaming.” The Prep team was anticipating the match-up after falling to the Dragons 55-41 on Jan. 15 in Salisbury. Worcester outscored Salisbury 191 in the first quarter. The Mallards led 32-9 at halftime. “We played a great first quarter, and played OK the rest of the game. It was nice to get out to a big early lead. We haven’t done that much this year,” Geiger said. “Salisbury School was missing their best player, one of the best in the league, Bendi Papp, so I was worried that we might take them lightly, but we didn’t. After one quarter it was 19-1 so we were definitely fired up.” After three quarters, the Prep team led 45-18.

Senior captain Erik Zorn logged 12 points and eight rebounds. Elio Telo, a junior, scored eight points. Junior captain Wyatt Richins and sophomore Tate Shockey tallied seven points each. “We have a really balanced team this year. The rest of the league has one or two guys that make up most of the scoring, but we have different people leading the team in every game,” Geiger said. “We have guys coming off the bench that can score eight to 10 points. It’s nice to see that we are in first place so far because of our teamwork and team defense.” The Mallards final game of the regular season is today, Friday, in Westover against the Holly Grove Eagles at 7 p.m. The Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference tournament is set to begin Wednesday with the semifinal round. The conference finals is set for Friday, Feb. 20. “If we win [Friday], we will win the conference outright and have home court [advantage] for both playoff games,” Geiger said. “[It] is a big game. Holly Grove is fighting to make the playoffs, and they are good. It’s their last game of the season too, and they are going to put up a fight. Should be a fun game.”

(Feb. 13, 2015) The 2015 Coastal Lacrosse season is right around the corner and registration is now open. Practices are scheduled to begin March 2, weather permitting and games will begin the weekend of March 22. Coastal Lacrosse Club is looking forward to a fantastic seventh season. Organizers hope to see numbers grow as they have every year since its inception. There will be teams at every age group for both boys and girls. The cost for registration is $75, however scholarships are available for registration fees and equipment for those who show need. Last year, Coastal Lacrosse Club sponsored several Play Days that included teams from both the ESYLA (Eastern Shore Youth Lacrosse Association) and the DYLA (Delmarva Youth Lacrosse Association). Club directors continue to work hard to merge the two leagues on the Delmarva Peninsula and have made some progress in the off season. Coastal is planning the same format of play with both leagues again this year. Several ESYLA clubs are in-

terested in Play Day format and organizers are currently working on finalizing the 2015 schedule and hope to include games against Talbot, Atlantic and Beach, among others. Games and practices will be held at the Northern Worcester County Athletic Complex (county fields) off Route 113. Coaches will also work with local clubs and try to schedule mid-week practice scrimmages. The Coastal Lacrosse Club is a non-profit organization dedicated to the growth of youth lacrosse on the lower shore of Maryland and Delaware. The club offers an instructional and developmental program for boys and girls of all ages. Coaches and volunteers are committed to providing a uniform and organized program emphasizing the basic and finer skills and strategies of the sport in order to prepare the player to compete at the next level. Players of all skill levels will have the opportunity to develop their game in a positive environment that promotes teamwork, fair play and good sportsmanship. For more information, visit www.coastallacrosseclub.com.

Beach Lacrosse Club kicks off 22nd season in March (Feb. 13, 2015) Beach Lacrosse Club will be entering its 22nd season of youth recreational lacrosse in March and registration is now open. Beach Lacrosse is the original youth lacrosse program in Worcester County and was founded in 1994, providing the first spring season of organized youth recreational lacrosse on the Lower Eastern Shore. To register, visit

www.beachlax.org. Beach Lacrosse also offers financial assistance of registration fees for anyone in need. Beach Lacrosse is more than 320 youth players strong with children playing recreational lacrosse from Pre-K through the eighth grade. Beach Lacrosse Club is a 501© (3) nonprofit public charitable organization. Its mission is to provide area youth with the opportunity to experience the oldest game native to North America in a sportsman-like manner. Beach Lacrosse will field multiple teams for boys and girls in the following age groups: U-9, U- 11, U-13 and U-15. For children in Pre-K and kindergarten or who are just beginning lacrosse, Scoopers programs are offered for boys and girls. Beach Lacrosse is a member of the Eastern Shore Youth Lacrosse Association and plays games against teams across the shore from Dorchester, Caroline, Talbot, Queen Anne’s and Kent counties in Maryland as well as Sussex and Kent counties in Delaware. All practices and home games are held in Berlin. Practice will begin in the beginning of March and games, which are held on Saturdays, start March 21. Beach Lacrosse is seeking volunteer coaching assistance at all age group levels as well as volunteers for various activities that support the club. For more information, email beachlacrosse@yahoo.com.

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Students successfully completing this course may be eligible for six months free membership in the Ocean City Power Squadron. Many courses pertaining to safe boating and navigation are available to squadron members such as piloting, weather, electronics, marine engine maintenance, GPS/VHF radio seminars as well as boating, social and civic activities. This course is free. There is a nominal charge for materials. Call 410726-1509 or 410-641-6535 or 410-641-8040 for advance registration information. Visit www.ocpowersquadron.org for more information on upcoming courses and dates.

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Sample chocolate treats at 16 businesses Continued from Page 52 brought the Death By Chocolate idea from another town to West Ocean City eight years ago. “Each year, Death By Chocolate has grown and it’s a fun event in the dead of winter,” Patterson-Hohman said. More than 600 people participated last year. There are people who have never missed a year and others who travel from Washington D.C. and Philadelphia to partake in activities, she said. “Even if you have participated before, it’s a chance for community members to see new offerings, prod-

PLB Comics to be featured during Berlin 2nd Friday

By Josh Davis Staff Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) A mainstay of Salisbury’s monthly 3rd Friday arts event, PLB Comics is making its Berlin debut during February’s 2nd Friday festivities this week. Founding members Josh and Mathew Shockley, and James Dufendach, plan on bringing their entire line of books to the Welcome Center on 14 South Main Street, along with a series of original artwork and prints for sale, and a special behind-the-scenes look into comic book production. Although PLB produced its first official book in 2006, brothers Josh and Matthew have collaborated on graphic novels since childhood. Shortly after the initial launch, Dufendach came on-board as editor, writer, letter and marketing arm of the collective. “Today we have 15 books in publication with two more in process right now,” he said. Along with “The Fall,” now in its 12th printing and “Gideon and Sebastian,” in its fourth printing, PLB annually produce a Halloween issue filled with graphic shorts. The company connected with Berlin, in typical “coolest town” fashion, thanks to a close family tie. “My father volunteers at the Welcome Center, and we’ve been involved with 3rd Friday [in Salisbury] and everything else for so long that we’re pretty hip to the monthly art stroll,” Dufendach said. “They needed an artist to show up and be there and be involved and we’re good at showing up and being there and being involved. “This is my home turf,” Dufendach continued. “My parents live on Burley Street. I spent my high school career here and lived here for many years, but we just never made the connection here before.” The suggesting reading age of See INDULGE Page 54

ucts and services from these merchants,” Patterson-Hohman said. “Players have the chance to meet the owners and it’s a guaranteed fun day.” Two new merchants will take part this year, Bomshell Boutique and Precious’ Boutique. Park Place Jewelers has been participating in Death By Chocolate since its inception. “I think it’s a great way to bring new customers into our business and to have fun with chocolate. We love it and it’s a great fit in West Ocean City,” said Jill Ferrante, owner of Park Place Jewelers with her husband, Todd. “Every merchant involved likes to have different treats so participants can have a new taste in each place.” The jewelry store will feature an assortment of chocolates including

strawberry-chocolate covered pretzels and chocolate crunch (chocolate covered cameral popcorn). “We are excited to participate every year and it’s a great way to celebrate Valentine’s Day,” Ferrante said. Wockenfuss Candies has participated in the West Ocean City event for the past seven years. “I love that it gives you a chance to meet local merchants and you get a chance to see a lot of great shops in West Ocean City,” owner Chris Butler said. “Jan and Louise from CraZy LadyZ come up with a different game each year and it’s always a lot of fun.” This year, Wockenfuss will be serving chocolate covered strawberries, nonpareils, truffles and almond butter crunch to participants. Players can enjoy a special surprise treat

from the owner and will have the chance to win a chocolate tower from the candy shop after handing in their completed game card. Some players make a day of Death By Chocolate, visiting a couple stores in the morning, taking a break for lunch and continuing to play in the afternoon. People have been calling since November to see what new game will be featured and organizers try to keep it creative, PattersonHohman said. Death By Chocolate starts at 10 a.m. Sunday and continues until 5 p.m. followed by a celebration at Sunset Grille. Call 410-213-8110 to make dinner reservations at the restaurant. For more information about the game, call 410-213-2085.

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‘Indulge in Berlin’ and art stroll, Fri. Continued from Page 53 most PLB material, according to Dufendach, “really depends on your parents.” “It’s a lot like cable after 9 p.m., and there’s nothing in there that would get us fined,” he said. “A lot times we’ll get kids who will walk up and pick up a book and start to thumb through it, and of course we’re all jumping on them like it’s a live grenade. We’re like, ‘No, little Johnny – put down the book!’ and then we turn to mom or dad or whoever is standing there and say, ‘they’re a little adult.’ “They ask us how adult and we say, ‘well, violence and foul language,’” Dufendach continued. “Then they say, ‘is there any open nudity,’ and we say, ‘no.’ Nine times out of 10 they say, ‘Give it to them. They play “Call of Duty” online. Go ahead and give them the book.’” Dufendach said the company publishes to a specific audience, and is careful not to upset the masses. “I would much rather not make $5 and make sure that everybody is happy than make $5 and have an angry parent and little Johnny learn his first F-word from us,” he said. “It’s a little bit of a point of pride, but at the same time I don’t want to be responsible for that.” PLB plan on bringing the full line

of books, each costing $3, with the “massive” Halloween issues running $4. Original prints cost $7 each, or two for $10, and original art is priced individually. “I think we’re up to 30 different prints right now, and we’re going to have six new prints at this show that we’ve never had out before,” Dufendach said. “We’re also going to have art and production pages and other things on display. So you can actually come out and kind of see the progression of how a comic book happens. “It’s simple to see a finished comic book and just not realize what goes into it,” Dufendach continued. “We’re collectively a little interested in process – I’m enamored with process – so I love to see pages in increments to see where things happen. You see pencils, then you see inks, then you see finish edits, then you see toning, then you see letters. It kind of gives you a window into the process and it’s great way to see the nuts and bolts of how comic books are created.” PLB’s new intern, Kelly Perna, will make her public debut during the event, and the group will offer “superhero” coloring sheets appropriate for small children. While at the Welcome Center on Feb. 13, guests can also register to win the “Love Berlin” basket as part

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Yalta Conference in February 1945 with, from left to right, Winston Churchill, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Joseph Stalin, outside of Livadia Palace.

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By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III Contributing Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) This month, 70 years ago, “The Big Three” – Roosevelt, Churchill and Stalin – met for the second, and last, time at the Black Sea resort of Yalta, on the Crimean Peninsula. The Red Army had only recovered the peninsula less than nine months earlier and the three had only agreed to meet there on Dec. 27, 1944, See THIS Page 56

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This month, 70 years ago, three met for conf. Continued from Page 55 leaving the Soviets little time to repair the ravages of war and prepare for the three leaders and their staffs. A mere two days after Franklin D. Rooseveltâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fourth inauguration, on Jan. 20, 1945, he boarded a special train bound for Newport News, Va., arriving late the next evening. At 8:30 a.m., on Jan. 23, the heavy cruiser USS Quincy departed Newport News with the president, and his entourage, headed for Malta. The president, and his entourage celebrated his 63rd birthday on Jan. 30, aboard ship. The Quincy arrived at Valetta Harbor, on Malta, at midday of Feb. 2, 1945. British Prime Minister Winston Churchill had flown in several days earlier, but the 70-year-old had been bedridden aboard the light cruiser HMS Orion since his arrival, with a

in the 1000-year-old Black Sea resort of Alupta, which is located 11 miles west of Yalta. In the two weeks before their arrival, 1,000 Soviet workers had restored 45 rooms and replanted the palace gardens. Stalin stayed at the Yusupov Palace, in the village of Koreiz, outside of Yalta. It was built in 1909 for Prince Felix Yusupov, who was involved in the assassination of Rasputin. Stalin had traveled from Moscow to the Crimea in an 11-car armored train. His journey, in one of the late tsarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personal cars was far more comfortable than that of the ordinary train traveler in the Soviet Union. The conference officially began at 5 p.m. on Feb. 4, 1945. Although Stalin was the host, he graciously ceded the chairmanship of the conference to the president. Obviously, each leader had his own goals. Churchillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s was, first, to preserve the empire, and secondarily, to secure democratic governments in the countries of central and eastern Europe that were being liberated by the Red Army. FDR wanted the Soviet Unionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s participation in the United Nations and its help in the war against the Japanese empire, which Stalin had promised at the Tehran Conference in 1943. Stalin merely wanted the spoils of the Red Armyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s victories. Everyone got what he wanted, except Churchill. Even he conceded, in his Nobel Prizewinningď&#x203A;&#x2039;Memoirs,ď&#x203A;&#x2039; that he achieved as much as was possible. Other issues that were discussed, and upon which agreements were obtained, were: the participation of France; the occupation of Germany; reparations to be paid by Germany for the damage done to the U.S.S.R. by the Wehrmacht; trials for those accused of war crimes; the future of Polandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s government; the treatment and repatriation of POWâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s; communication, coordination and demarcation be-

102-degree temperature. By the time of the presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arrival, Churchill had recovered sufficiently to join the Roosevelt for lunch aboard the Quincy. Other than lunch and a quick tour of the island, the two spent no more time together, as the president did not want Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin to think the two English speakers were ganging up on him. He also was not interested in furthering Churchillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goal of preserving the British Empire. At 10:30 p.m., the British and American delegations â&#x20AC;&#x201C; numbering, in total, 700 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; began departing by plane for the Crimea. The presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plane, the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sacred Cow,â&#x20AC;? which was specially equipped with an elevator for the polio-stricken Roosevelt, departed Luqa Airport, on Malta, at 3:30 a.m. on Feb. 3, bound for the Crimea. The Sacred Cow landed at Saki at 12:10 p.m., local time, where it was met by the PM and Soviet Foreign Minister Vyacheslav Molotov. The Soviets had prepared a repast for the weary travelers. But the Americans passed and a little after 1 p.m. began the six-hour â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at 20 mph â&#x20AC;&#x201C; trip to Yalta in LendLease Packards. The route was lined with Soviet soldiers every 50 feet. The Soviets housed the president in Livadia Palace, five miles outside the city, overlooking the Black Sea, where he was provided with a three-room suite â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with a private bathroom! The last tsar, Nicholas II, built Livadia Palace in 1911, which would also be the site of the meetings among the three, for, as Stalin suggested, â&#x20AC;&#x153;... the convenience of the president.â&#x20AC;? Also housed in Livadia Palace were the presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter, Anna, Admirals Earnest T. King and William Leahy, Generals George C. Marshall and Edwin M. Watson, presidential advisors Harry Hopkins and James K. Byrnes, and U.S. Ambassador to the U.S.S.R., W. Averell Harriman. Churchill and the British delegation were housed in the Vorontsov Palace

tween the Allied armies and the Red Army. The conference ended on Feb. 11, 1945. The president flew to Malta in the Sacred Cow, where he transferred to the Quincy and sailed to Egypt, where he met with Kings Farouk and Ibn Saud of Egypt and Saudi Arabia and Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia. The PM flew to Athens, where he addressed a crowd of 50,000, and then flew to Egypt, where he met with the president for the last time. The Quincy arrived at Newport News, on Feb. 27, 1945, but without presidential confidants Hopkins and Watson. Both had been in poor health for some time. Hopkins felt too ill to make the trans-Atlantic passage and remained in Marrakesh, Morocco to rest, and then fly home. Immediately upon arrival in the U.S., he was taken to the Mayo Clinic. Gen. Watson died on the voyage. Many on the far right criticize the president for the results of the Yalta Conference, even today. They say that his deteriorating health caused him to weaken before Stalin. However, those that were at the conference donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t concur. They present a picture of the president who knew what was achievable, given the situation on the ground, and who, although thinner, still maintained a sharp mind and shrewd political skills. Conversely, the presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s critics refused, and continue to refuse, to acknowledge basic facts, i.e., the presence of the Red Army â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the most powerful army in the world â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in Eastern Europe and that the Western Allies were not going to fight another war with the U.S.S.R. over the types of governments those countries should have. All of them, except Poland, had been allied with Germany. The president did achieve his two primary goals, i.e., the creation of the United Nations, with the participation See ENTRY Page 58

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Entry into war by Annual Seaside U.S.S.R. factor in Boat Show in Japanese surrender OC this weekend Continued from Page 56 of the U.S.S.R., and the help of the Red Army in subjugating Japan, which his military advisors had told him was crucial. At the time, no one knew if the atom bomb was going to be finished in time, and, if it was, its power. As Stalin promised, exactly three months after Field Marshal Wilhelm Keitel executed the surrender documents, on May 8, 1945, the Red Army launched a massive assault on Japanese-occupied Manchuria on Aug. 8, 1945. Make no mistake, the entry into the war by the U.S.S.R. was a significant factor in the surrender of the Japanese. They did not want the death and destruction visited upon their country that the Red Army had inflicted on eastern Germany. Better to surrender to the occupation by the nice Americans, than the rape of their country by the Red Army. NEXT MONTH: IWO JIMA Mr. Wimbrow writes from Ocean City, where he practices law representing those persons accused of criminal and traffic offenses, and those persons who have suffered a personal injury through no fault of their own. Mr. Wimbrow can be contacted at wimbrowlaw@gmail.com

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) The annual Optimist Seaside Boat Show is back for its 32nd year with the newest and most popular models on display. More than 350 boats, 59 dealers and approximately 150 vendors will be featured today through Sunday, Feb. 13-15, at the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street. Admission cost is $10 for a day pass or $15 for the entire weekend. Children admission is $1. Many of the dealers and exhibitors will offer special show prices at one of the most popular boat shows on the East Coast. Visitors will have the option to browse an array of sport cruisers, sport fishing, performance and “super boats.” Financing and insurance is available for interested buyers. “All who buy a ticket get a chance to win the door prize, a pontoon boat and motor. The boat and motor are donated by North Bay Marina and they have done so for over 25 years. This helps make the show a success,” said Charles Smith, the show’s media advertising head. The show has grown and now draws thousands of water and boating enthusiasts to the resort every

Guests attending the 31st annual OC Seaside Boat Show at the 40th Street convention center check out the boats on display last year.

year with 15,000 people attending the event in 2014. Exhibitors will be offering marine electronics, trailers, canvas tops, motors, jewelry, art and fishing gear. The Ocean City-Berlin Optimist Club sponsors the event and is a local affiliate of Optimist International. The Ocean City-Berlin chapter has more than 120 members and is recognized as one of the top clubs in the volunteer organization. The Ocean City Seaside Boat Show is one of the Optimist Club’s major

fundraisers for its children’s programs and all of the funds raised are used for youth activities and community service in Worcester County. “We say the show works for kids because all proceeds go toward kid’s programs,” Smith said. In the past, the show has supported Diakonia shelter in West Ocean City, boy scouts, WEXL banquet, Junior Achievement, essay contests, reading programs in schools, drama program at Stephen Decatur High School and See SHOW Page 59

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Show supports local youth programs and scholarships Continued from Page 58 scholarships at the three local high schools. It has raised funds for sports and recreation in Ocean City, Berlin, Selbyville, Snow Hill and in other areas, Smith said. Over the years, the club has given hundreds of scholarships totaling more than $1.5 million to Worcester County students, and it raises money toward other local youth programs, including art, essay and speech contests, he said.

The Seaside Boat Show runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. today, Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday. For a chance to win a boat, fill out the name, address and phone number tear-off section of the admission ticket and put it in the raffle container. Visit www.ocboatshow.com for a list of exhibitors. Check out www.ocberlinoptimist.org for more information about the Ocean CityBerlin Optimist Club.

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(Feb. 13, 2015) The Ocean Pines Recreation Department will present its second annual CPR Marathon on Friday, Feb. 13. There will be five onehour sessions offered at the Community Center. The first session is at 9 a.m. and the last is at 3:15 p.m. The cost is $5. The one-hour sessions will cover CPR basics/AED use and choking rescue techniques for adults, children and infants. Information covered in this class is ideal for those interested in learning this life-saving technique, but do not

require certification. Ocean Pines EMS staff will be teaching all sessions. This basic class does not offer CPR certification. Pre-registration is required, as class space is limited. Call 410-641-7052, or stop by the Ocean Pines Community Center to register. The $5 fee for this class is due at the time of registration. For more information or to register, call the Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks Department at 410-641-7052. Information regarding this clinic as can be found at www.OceanPines.org under the Recreation tab.

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Benefit concert in OP raises $4,750 for Coastal Hospice (Feb 13, 2015) A benefit concert for Coastal Hospice on Dec. 23 at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club given by former American Idol contestant Jimmy Charles, raised $4,750 for the nonprofit organization. Charles, who currently is a musician in Nashville, chose Coastal Hospice for the benefit because it was the organization that cared for his grandmother. The musician grew up in Ocean City and graduated from Towson University. Several attendees at the concert shared their stories of how Coastal Hospice supported them during their time of need. “It was healing. It was a time to Country music artist, Jimmy Charles donates $4,750 to Alane Capen, president of Coastal Hospice, from the fundraising concert on Dec. 23 at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club.

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Junior American Citizens contest winners announced (Feb. 13, 2015) The General Levin Winder Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution sponsors Junior American Citizens contests at area schools each year. The objective of the JAC Committee is to instill good citizenship in the youth of all races, creeds and economic backgrounds, by teaching loyalty to the United States of America and giving practical ideas for service to home, community, school and country. The theme for the competition was “Focusing on the Future” and students could enter a poem, short story, poster, stamp design or photographic essay. Individuals or groups could enter a community service project, and groups of at least three could design a banner. Winners were chosen by grade level in each category. Students from Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School participated in the contests and Chapter winners are as follows: Poem – Jessica Delisi, grade 6; Abigail Neely, grade 7; Grace Engle, grade 8 Short Story – Thomas Kangas, grade 6; Cooper Houck, grade 7; Jessa Hoover, grade 8 Poster – Morgan Carlson, grade 6; Caela Berrie, grade 7 Stamp Design – Bridget Kemp, grade 6; Lindsay Gabbard, grade 7; Trevor Hayes, grade 8 Banner – Kennedy Hamby, Eleni Kangas and Maura Vosburg, grade 6; Sarah Aleman, Kira Ziskay and

Marette Zorn, grade 8. Their entries have advanced to the state level and winners will be announced prior to the 110th Maryland Society DAR Conference in March. The DAR is a women’s service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history, and securing America’s future through better education. For more information, visit www.dar.org.

Murder mystery dinner in Ocean Pines, Feb. 20

(Feb. 13, 2015) “For The Love of Money,” a murder mystery dinner and show, will be presented on Friday, Feb. 20 at the Woodlands of Ocean Pines. It will be performed by Get a Clue Productions and sponsored by the Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce. Tickets cost $40 and includes dinner and the show. There will be prizes for the best detectives as the audience will become part of the murder investigation. Tickets can be purchased online at www.OceanPinesChamber.org or at the Ocean Pines chamber office, 11031 Cathell Road Berlin, Md., or call 410-641-5306.

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By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Feb. 13, 2015) As it turns out, mama might be right. Chicken soup may be good for the common cold. According to an article, “The Science of Chicken Soup” by Tara Parker-Pope, a team of medical researchers explored the science behind chicken broth’s reputation as salvation for the sniffles. Dr. Stephen Rennard, a pulmonary expert at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, found evidence chicken broth contains anti-inflammatory properties that could possibly help prevent a cold’s discomforting side effects. Dr. Rennard conducted laboratory tests using his wife’s homemade chicken soup and blood samples from volunteers. The results showed the soup inhibited the movement of Europhiles, the most common type of white blood cells that defends against infection. Dr. Rennard could not pinpoint the exact ingredient or ingredients in the soup that made it effective against colds. The tested soup contained chicken, onions, sweet potatoes, parsnips, turnips, carrots, celery, parsley, salt and pepper. In addition, he compared commercial soups and found many of them also had a similar inhibitory effect. The entire article is available on the University of Nebraska’s Medical Center website. While we are on the subject of soup, let us turn our attention to spicy carrot and ginger soup. This dish is based on vegetarian ingredients and using vegetable stock is perfectly acceptable. However, chicken stock will add richness and depth that will introduce an array of complexity. Expanding one’s repertoire is always the goal of a chef. Ginger, cumin and Chinese hot oil set the tone for Asian influences. Ginger is an herb with an underground stem covered by a light brown skin and yellow flesh. This fragrant spice is also known for its medicinal qualities: anti-inflammatory properties and anti-oxidants top the list which highlights the theme for discussion. Cumin is a flowering plant that has been grown as a spice since ancient times. It’s musty, distinctive aroma extends the realm of intricacy. Chinese hot oil adds pure heat without the influence of any other flavors. Coconut milk and heavy cream brings the swirls of taste to a cohesive finale.

Garnishing is crucial in the art of presentation. Toasted pine nuts, chopped carrot tops and lemon zest set the mood for mouthwatering amuse bouches, appetizers and main courses. Spicy carrot ginger soup is delicious and deserves a sampling. Spicy Carrot and Ginger Soup 3 tablespoons canola oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 large cloves garlic, minced 4 cups carrots, peeled and chopped 2 bay leaves 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon coriander 1/2 teaspoon Szechuan style pepper blend 1 (2-inch) piece of fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated 4 cups chicken stock

1 teaspoon rice vinegar 2 cups butternut squash; peeled, seeded and chopped 2 large sweet apples; peeled, cored and chopped kosher salt to taste 2/3 cup heavy cream 2/3 cup coconut milk 1/2 to 1 teaspoon Chinese hot oil (can be purchased in the Asian section at your local supermarket) 1. Heat canola oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the garlic and onions and sauté until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. 2. Add carrots, bay leaves, cumin, coriander, Szechuan pepper blend and ginger. Cook for 3 minutes, constantly stirring. 3. Add the chicken stock and rice

vinegar and bring to a simmer. As the carrots begin to soften, add the butternut squash. Cover, turn the heat to medium-low, and continue cooking. 4. When the carrots and squash are tender, add the apples. Simmer for another 7 minutes. 5. Discard bay leaves and season with kosher salt. Be careful not to over salt, you want to allow the essence of the carrots to come through. 6. Remove the pot from the heat and puree with immersion blender or standing mixer. 7. In the meantime, wash the stockpot and return to stove. Carefully pour blended soup back into the pot over low heat. Add heavy See CHICKEN Page 62

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Continued from Page 61 cream, coconut milk, Chinese hot oil and blend thoroughly. 8. Serve spicy carrot and ginger soup in individual serving vessels depending on purpose intended. Garnish with toasted pine nuts, finely chopped carrot tops and lemon zest. Garnish 2 tablespoons canola oil 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts 2 tablespoons fresh carrot tops, finely chopped zest of 2 large lemons 1. Heat canola oil in a small sauté pan over medium heat. Add pine nuts, reduce heat to low, and constantly stir until golden brown, about 5 to 7 minutes. 2. Transfer to a small bowl and allow to cool. 3. Add carrot tops and lemon zest. Thoroughly mix and set aside for future use. Serves 4 to 6

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could always put a hard hat under it just in case I trip and hurt myself. How cool is that? Personally, I feel very much as tho I am now eligible to be a member of the Polish club. Since I've been in Brandywine I've actually eaten large amounts of Polish food, the likes of kielbasa, paczki, or whatever. Speaking of the Polish, politely I might add, their annual Paczki dinner/dance will be held at St. Andrews Catholic Center on Sunday, Feb. 15, from 1-6 p.m. A pork dinner will be served at 1 p.m. Kielbasa sandwich and paczki will be served at 4 p.m. Music by Joy for your polka-ing or whatever your pleasure. Tickets cost $25. Call Helen Sobkowiak at 410-723 2639 for tickets. Yikes! Did I repeat myself? Since I've been cooped up in Brandywine with all this time on my hands, I've made a point of picking up a little bit of computer knowledge. I've found out a wee bit of info about apps. Would you believe my columns from years ago are on their own little “App?" Not that makes me puter savvy but if you were mentioned years ago, have one of your grandkids find it for you. Preferably a 4-to-6-year-old. Act as tho' you know all about apps, lest they think your dumb. C U IN OC.

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Plants beneficial to stability of OC dune system

(Feb. 13, 2015) For the ninth year, the Town of Ocean City will be offering Beach District Plants to the public for planting in the secondary dune area. The plants being offered are hardy plants that tolerate the harsh environment of the oceanfront areas. In addition, these plants provide habitat enhancement, food and shelter, water quality treatment and erosion control to the secondary dune area, which tends to be overlooked and is in need of attention. “We began this program to help create habitat and prevent erosion of the area behind the dune which was in need of attention,” said Town of Ocean City Environmental Engineer Gail Blazer. “The plants are very beneficial to the stability of the dune system and help with erosion and scour. Our residents and property owners love the program and it benefits the environment and the beach, so it is a win for everyone.” Oceanfront and oceanside residents will have the opportunity to order plants that will need to be picked up at a predetermined date and time. Suitable plants to add to a secondary dune area include beach grass, bayberry, rugosa rose, beach plum, high tide bush, red cedar and panic grass. Applications are now being accepted, however, the deadline for all applications is Feb. 20. For more information or to receive and application, contact Blazer at 410-2898825 or visit http://oceancitymd.gov/ oc/departments/engineering/environment.

Annual Women’s History luncheon set for March 18

(Feb. 13, 2015) Celebrate Women’s History Month with the Worcester County Commission for Women and The Friends of the Commission at a luncheon on Wednesday, March 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street in Ocean City. The 2015 national theme is “Weaving the Stories of Women’s Lives.” This theme presents an opportunity to weave women’s stories–individually and collectively – into the essential fabric of the nation’s history. Young students will be honored as the Women of Tomorrow. Awards for the Woman of the Year 2015 and the Woman in History 2015 will also be presented. The luncheon includes awards, exhibitors, a silent auction and raffles. The cost is $37. Tables of eight may be reserved. A cash bar will be available. Register at www.FriendsofWCCW.org, call 410-202-8688, or mail a check to FWCCW, P.O. Box 1712, Berlin, Md. 21811. Proceeds will benefit the McGuffey literacy program that provides summer reading materials to Worcester County students in grades 1-3.

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Pat Benatar and Neil “Spyder” Giraldo

Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo to perform at OC Springfest

(Feb. 13, 2015) With chilling temperatures and snowy forecasts, nothing warms the souls of rock and roll fans and music lovers than news of a Springfest concert featuring 80’s legends Pat Benatar and Neil “Spyder” Giraldo. Tickets are now on sale for the headliners at the 25th annual Springfest in May. With the Springfest concert added to their 35th anniversary tour, the powerhouse duo will continue rocking fans through their favorite hits, including “Love is a Battlefield,” “Hit Me with Your Best Shot” and “Heartbreaker.” Together, with Benatar’s mezzo-soprano vocal range and Giraldo’s trail-blazing work as a guitarist, producer and songwriter, Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo have forged one of the most successful partnerships in rock history. Since their initial collaboration 35 years ago on the debut album, “In The Heat of the Night,” they have sold more than 26 million albums and charted 19 Top 40 singles, earning four consecutive Grammy Awards and three American Music Awards. Tickets for Benatar and Giraldo’s headlining show, Saturday, May 9 at 8 p.m., can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-5517328. Tickets cost $30-$60. Also at Springfest, Vince Gill will perform at 8 p.m. Friday, May 8. Gill, one of the most popular and most recorded singers of the past quartercentury, has become the measure of excellence in country music. His vocal performances are spellbinding with hits like “When I Call Your Name,” which was his breakthrough song, winning him the Country Music Association’s Single of the Year award. Since then, he has won 17 more CMA honors, including Song of the Year four times – making him the most-awarded artist in that category in CMA history. The Academy of Country Music has handed Gill eight awards, including their prestigious “The Home Depot Humanitarian Award” and the “Career Achievement Award.” Since 1990, Gill has received 20 Grammy Awards and has sold more than 26 million albums. Gill was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2007. He is also a member of the Grand Ole Opry. In See PAT Page 64

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Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo take Springfest stage May 9 Continued from Page 63 August 2012, Gill was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He is a member of the four-time Grammy-nominated band The Time Jumpers; Rounder Records released the band’s first studio album on Sept. 11, 2012. Tickets for Gill, who will be performing on Friday, May 8, cost $30$60. Also at Springfest, Beatlemania Again will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 7. This fabulous journey back in time is a performance every fan of music must see. Their performance chronologically traces the Beatles from their debut on the Ed Sullivan Show in 1964, to the psychedelic Sgt. Pepper

era, to the final years of “Abbey Road” and “Let It Be.” For $10-$15, relive the music, the magic and the mania of the Beatles live on stage. Ocean City celebrates the start of the summer season with the 25th annual Springfest, the four-day festival filled with arts and crafts, live entertainment and delicious food all at the inlet lot and beach May 7-10. Tickets for shows will be on sale at the Ocean City Convention Center Box Office on 40th Street. Box office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Tickets can also be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-551-7328. Admission to Springfest is free.

Brown Box Theatre Project presents Nash’s ‘Echoes’ (Feb. 13, 2015) Brown Box Theatre Project will stage N. Richard Nash’s drama, “Echoes” in a five-show run at Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street. “Echoes,” the first production in Brown Box’s fifth season, embodies the company’s commitment to intimate, immediate work; innovative, provocative, and portable sets; talented artists; and impassioned audiences. The complete line-up for Brown Box’s fifth season will be announced soon. In “Echoes,” a young man and woman build a paradise through imagination, only to have it shattered by the intrusion of the outside world. The two characters search to determine the difference between illusion and reality while under constant surveillance. Each struggles to balance their memories of the outside world and the joys of their own imagined lives together. Kyler Taustin, an Eastern Shore native, founded Brown Box in 2010 with the goal of enlivening the region’s theatre scene by bringing the performing arts to audiences who ordinarily lack access to live theatre. “Echoes” will kick off the company’s fifth season and will continue

the mission of bringing accessible theatre to the Delmarva community. In addition to serving as artistic director for Brown Box Theatre Project, Taustin is a prolific director. Taustin will be taking the lead on the company’s production of “Echoes” and is looking forward to bringing his work to area once again. Taustin will be joined by cast including Kelly Chick, Angela Jaymes and Mac Young. The design team is comprised of Ben Lieberson (scenic and lighting), Emily Woods Hogue (costumes) and Thomas Blanford (sound). The stage manager is Erica Brown. “Echoes” will appear from Friday, Feb. 13 through Monday, Feb. 16 at Ocean City Center for the Arts at 7:30 p.m. There will also me a show at 2 p.m. on Feb. 16. Brown Box Theatre Project is able to present Delmarva communities with affordable theatre thanks to the support of the Ocean City Art League and the Maryland State Arts Council. Tickets cost $25. For more information about “Echoes” and to purchase tickets, visit www.brownboxtheatre.org/ echoes.

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OP Players host open house, social, audition opportunity (Feb. 13, 2015) The Ocean Pines Players will host an open house, social and audition opportunity at the Ocean Pines Library on Saturday, Feb. 14, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Players will be the featured entertainment at the Berlin Heritage Festival on April 25 and they have more than 30 speaking roles available in four short plays to be performed at various times during the festival. They are also seeking individuals of all ages who would be willing to dress in period clothing, to add authenticity and flavor to the festival atmosphere. No experience is necessary. Guests can enjoy light refreshments while listening to music from several swinging eras, view sample costumes, and chat with event coordinators, Players’ directors, and Berlin historian, Pat Diniar, about the festival and ways to participate in the entertainment. Those who wish to audition can either do it during the open house or sign up for an appointment at a later date. The Players plan to finish casting before the end of

Program celebrates significance of Assateague Island (Feb. 13, 2015) Assateague Island Alliance, the friends group of Assateague Island National Seashore, is presenting “The Eighth Wonder of the World - Assateague,” an informative program to celebrate the significance of Assateague Island National Seashore on Feb. 21, starting with coffee and refreshments at 10:30 a.m. Presentations will begin at 11 a.m. and includes a “State of the Park” address with Deborah Darden, park superintendent. For the first time ever, AIA welcomes keynote speaker, Mark Hendricks, to illustrate the visual story of the unique importance of Assateague through his photography. Meet at the Assateague Island Visitor Center, located at 11800 Marsh View Lane, Berlin, Md. 21811. In 1965, Assateague Island National Seashore was created and the narrow strip of land was rescued from development plans and turned into the National Park we know today. The year-long celebration of the 50th Anniversary of ASIS will include many activities and events to commemorate this milestone. The Assateague Island Alliance, a 501-c3 organization, is a Friends Group to benefit Assateague Island National Seashore. AIA financially supports educational, interpretive, scientific and recreational programs. All funds raised by AIA are for the direct benefit of Assateague Island National Seashore. Donations are tax-deductible. For more information, call 443-6143547 or email outreachAIA@gmail. com.

February. There will also be information and sign-up sheets for those who are not seeking speaking parts. Each play will be about 15 minutes long and parts are not challenging, even for beginners. Most of the characters are colorful, quirky and fun to play. Although many of the characters are fictional, several real life town heroes will also be portrayed, including Isaiah Fassett, the Reverend Charles Tindley, Rozelle Handy, Jesse Hollins and Anna Burbage. Rosie the Riveter will also guest star. The plays are set in 1920, 1942, 1959 and 1975. Flappers, hippies, greasers, Downton Abbey types, beatniks, 50’s preppies, Andrews Sisters, Lucy and Ethel, Gatsby and Zelda, fedora-wearing businessmen, spats and gaitertypes, and the crazy fashions of the psychedelic 70’s are just a sampling of the looks needed. Children can dress up as cowboys or cowgirls, Wally and the Beav, the Father Knows Best girls and the Our Gang, among others. Actors will have to learn lines independently and be available for at least four rehearsals and for the performances on April 25 between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. For more information, call 410-6000462 or email oceanpinesplayers@ gmail.com.

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Stephen Decatur High School junior Owen Dennis entered a writing contest posted on Naviance, a webbased college and career planning tool and took home the honor of state winner in the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians Irish History Essay Contest along with a $500 Owen Dennis check. Dennis will now compete at the national level where he could win $1,000. In honor of the 150th anniversary of the end of the Civil War, LAOH, an organization that promotes Irish and Irish American History, required the theme of “The Role of Irish People in the American Civil War” in less than 1,500 words and MLA format. In addition to a high school resume of straight As, Dennis plays baseball, is in the band for his church and partici-

Dean’s list Cynthia George of Berlin, a senior at Geneva College majoring in human services, has been named to the 2014 fall Dean’s List. To be eligible for this recognition, students must earn a GPA of at least 3.6 while passing 12 credit hours or more.

Geography Bee winner Emily Copeland, a seventh grade student at Worcester Prep, was the Middle School winner in the school’s annual Geography Bee. Copeland placed second in the school competition for grades 4-8 and was Emily Copeland honored for her excellent recall of physical and cultural geography by Megan Wallace, Head of Middle School.

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(Feb. 13, 2015) Beginning Feb. 13, and each Friday during the rest of the month, Germantown School will host events to celebrate Worcester County and Black History Month. The organization’s mission statement is to give the community an opportunity to learn, inspire, explain and research the rich history and culture of the county and the local area. Germantown School is located at 10223 Trappe Road in Berlin. •Friday, Feb. 13, 6:30 p.m. – Dr. Clara Small, retired professor of history at Salisbury University, and author of Compass Points, will present little known facts about heritage and culture on the local level. Profiles and biographies of African Americans on the Delmarva Peninsula will be featured. Dr. Small will also be signing books.

•Friday, Feb. 20, 6:30 p.m. – Rev. David Briddell, a native son of Berlin and a retired minister and author, will speak on his recent publication about three local families in the area. He will discuss tracing our genealogy. Rev. Briddell will host a book signing as well. Also that evening, Martin Luther King will come alive when orator Gregory Purnell will deliver one of Dr. King’s famous speeches. •Friday, Feb. 27, 6:30 p.m. – “Looking Back: A Trip Down Memory Lane.” Share in the celebration of the former teachers and students of the Flower Street, Germantown, and Sinepuxent Schools. Hear about their experiences and enjoy light refreshment, fun and fellowship. Call Barbara Tingle Purnell at 410641-0638 for further information on events.

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TOP 10 Relay For Life of North Worcester Chairwomen, Dawn Hodge, left, and Jill Elliott, right are honored by American Cancer Society Community Manager, Debbie White for the 2014 nationwide top 10 per capita award, during the Relay For Life Kickoff at Community Church of Ocean Pines, Jan. 27. The next event will be a Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Survivor/Caregiver Social at Sisters in Berlin Friday, Feb. 13 during Berlinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2nd Friday Art Stroll from 5-8 p.m. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Relay For Life will be held Friday, May 8 at Frontier Town, off Route 611 in West Ocean City. DEBBIE HAAS/OCEAN CITY TODAY

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Worcester Prep fifth grade students Pranay Sanwal, left, and Ayush Batra took home trophies from the Maryland Scholastic Chess Association Tournament in Baltimore on Jan. 17. Sanwal placed first in his division and Ayush Batra, 13th in his.

Worcester Prep fifth graders perform well in tournament (Feb. 13, 2015) Worcester Prep fifth grade students Pranay Sanwal and Ayush Batra were honored for their prowess at the game of chess during the Maryland Scholastic Chess Association Tournament, Jan. 17, in Baltimore. The boys from the Worcester Preparatory School Chess Club competed against young chess enthusiasts from all over the region; approximately 250 students participated in the event. Sanwal placed first in the Elementary Intermediate Division with a score of 4.5 in five games. Batra won three of his five matches to place 13th in the Elementary Novice Division. Both boys qualified for trophies. Division placements are determined

by previous scores in chess matches. Both boys will move up in their rankings because of their placement at the Baltimore tournament. When asked about their experience at the tournament the boys agreed it was exciting, but takes a long time to complete. “It was my first trophy ever,” Batra said. “That makes it really nice.” “I was very happy to get first place and win the huge trophy. It was a very tough competition,” Sanwal said. “Two of my five games were easy, but the remaining ones were tough and lasted very long.” Sanwal is the son of Drs. Pankaj and Vibha Sanwal of Lewes. Batra is the son of Drs. Vikas Batra and Reetu Singh of Rehoboth Beach.

Ocean City St. Patrick’s Day parade, festival March 14 (Feb. 13, 2015) Ocean City will be glowing with green at the 34th annual St. Patrick’s Day parade and festival, which marches down Coastal Highway on Saturday, March 14. Sponsored by the Delmarva IrishAmerican Club, this Ocean City tradition has grown to become the second largest St. Patrick’s Day parade in the state, in addition to a seasonal kick-off for many local businesses. Leading the parade are grand mar-

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St. Pat’s parade now in 34th year Continued from Page 68 Street and marches south on Coastal Highway to the 45th Street Shopping Center, where the viewing and judges stand will be located. Trophies will be awarded for best marching band, best commercial float, best non-commercial float, best motorized unit, best adult marching unit, best youth marching unit, special committee award, judges’ choice award and best overall entry in the parade. In addition to the celebration on the street, the 45th Street Shopping Center will once again be transformed into a lively Irish festival complete with live Irish entertainment, dancers, face painting, Irish apparel and plenty of food and drink. With music provided by Pat O’Brennan and

dance performances by the Footsteps Irish Dancers, spectators can enjoy the free-admission festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. To avoid traffic delays, viewers are urged to arrive before 10:30 a.m. and to view the parade from 57th Street south to 45th Street. The Delmarva Irish-American Club was founded in 1980. The first membership drive resulted in 75 members; today the membership totals more than 300 and is open to anyone who is Irish, of Irish descent or just likes things Irish. The club has awarded approximately $300,000 for scholarships to local students from the proceeds of previous parades. For more information, visit www.delmarvairish.org or contact Buck Mann at 410-289-6156.

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OCEAN CITY CENTER FOR THE ARTS RECEPTION

More than 280 people gathered at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street last Friday night for its monthly exhibition.

Marcus Pettit exhibited a large painting in the "Animals in Art" exhibit.

Chris McGervey's wood burning piece won second place in the "Animals in Art" exhibit.

Among the guests who attended the event were Worcester County Commissioner Joe Mitrecic and wife, Sheryl.

Grant Gursky displayed his photojournalism work in the "Perspectives" show.

Winning recognition for their artwork at the Ocean City Center for the Arts First Friday reception, from left, are Greg Poulos, show judge Ursula Ehrhardt, David Janni, Chris McGervey, Tina Walas, Marian Bickerstaff and Kathy Bohs. Not pictured is winner Pat Yount.

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Coastal Hospice collecting lap blankets for patients (Feb. 13, 2015) Many hospice patients become chilled in the cold of winter, and Coastal Hospice has traditionally provided lap blankets to give them comfort and warmth. Several groups, including Loving Hands of Ocean City, regularly make and generously donate lap blankets for hospice patients. But this year, the demand is exceeding the supply on hand. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our patients â&#x20AC;&#x201D; many of whom are bed ridden or in wheelchairs â&#x20AC;&#x201D; truly appreciate the extra comfort and warmth these lap blankets provide,â&#x20AC;? said Judy Hunt-Harris, volunteer services manager for Coastal Hospice. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It also makes them feel a little bit better knowing someone out there cares about them.â&#x20AC;? Most appropriate are knitted, crocheted or soft fleece lap blankets. Items must be new, and can be either

handmade or purchased. The ideal size is approximately 36x42 inches. Donations are being accepted during regular business hours at the Coastal Hospice main office at 2604 Old Ocean City Road in Salisbury or at Coastal Hospice at the Ocean at 10041 Racetrack Road, Taylorville Center in Berlin. For more information, call Judy Hunt-Harris at 410-543-2590. Founded in 1980, Coastal Hospice is a nonprofit health care organization that cares for individuals facing life-limiting conditions but who want to remain as active and engaged as possible. Coastal Hospice cares for patients in their home, nursing home, assisted living facility or at Coastal Hospice at the Lake. The organization serves Wicomico, Worcester, Dorchester and Somerset counties.

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CRAB POTS Thanks to the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, the Maryland Coastal Bays Program (MCBP) received funding last winter for a project that including paying watermen to find and recycle abandoned “ghost” crab pots throughout the coastal bays. Assateague State Park staff along with Maryland Conservation Corp members assisted the watermen and have continued to pull out more pots and marine debris this winter. Picture are Maryland Conservation Corp members Stephanie Venarchick, left, and Lauren Truffer with their pots and a Maryland Blue Crab found in one of the traps. MCBP has applied for a marine debris grant from NOAA to develop a larger project involving area watermen and volunteers.

TOP ENTRY Colin Dang, a second grader at Showell Elementary School, wins first place at the Worcester County Science Fair with the project titled “Got Iron?”

SHARED VISIONS Writers and artists were on hand Jan. 20 for Shared Visions at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street. Marian and Don Winslow are among the 19 Ocean City Library Writers whose works were reflected by 23 visual artists.

SOCK COLLECTION Mary Ann Moniodis’ second grade class at Buckingham Elementary School recently collected more than 100 pairs of socks. The class accepted an internet challenge from Kid President to collect socks for the homeless. The socks were donated to Diakonia homeless shelter in West Ocean City. Pictured are Alex Ward, Yessenia Cervantes-Ortega, Luke Clark, Ezekiel Lawson, Juan CervantesRodriquez, Misael Juarez, Emelin Torres, Skylar Bassett and Trybe Wise.

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GUEST SPEAKER The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines–Ocean City guest speaker during the Jan. 28 meeting was Kelly Brinkley, volunteer services manager of the Worcester County Department of Human Resources. Pictured, from left, are J. Graham Caldwell who arranges for the speakers, Brinkley and Immediate Past President, Dick Clagett.

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BREAD SALE

HONORING LAW ENFORCEMENT In honor of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, the students in Yetive Delaney’s and Allison Bescak’s classes at Worcester Prep wrote thank you notes to Maryland law enforcement men and women. Pictured in first row, from left, are Claire Windrow, Lebby Becker, Emma Crivella, Hunter Simons, Ryan Mann, Ashling Marshall, Sam Menendez and Sage Tunnell, and in back row, Colin Savage, Andrea Rilling, Jackson Hershey, William Mumford, Jack Schell, Case Tilghman, Caleb Collins, Loni Wederbrand and Moorea Phillips.

Each year second grade students at Worcester Preparatory School take part in a unit that features learning science, social studies and mathematics through baking bread. The breads—white, cinnamon and cinnamon raisin—they make are sold at their annual bread sale. Slices of bread complete with a variety of toppings and juice are sold for 25 cents each. Proceeds from the sale are donated to Atlantic General Hospital. Ready to eat her slice of bread baked by Worcester Prep’s second graders is kindergartner Mia Jaoude.

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In the fall, Darlene Collins taught her Seaside Christian Academy students about community helpers. Pictured is Sergeant J.S. Evans from the Delaware State Police with the Pre-K and kindergarten students.

Stephen Decatur High School Media Center Specialist Mary Cosby, center, and seniors Meriajah Jackson and Maria Zweifel display some of the many books on display in the school Media Center celebrating American black heritage during Black History Month.

RWWC MEETING HAPPY BIRTHDAY Vera Maiorana, formerly of Mario’s Restaurant, 22nd Street, celebrated her 95th birthday with family and friends at the Atlantic Hotel on Feb. 1.

The Republican Women of Worcester County held its January luncheon meeting at the Lighthouse Sound Restaurant in Bishopville, Jan. 22. More than 60 people listened to Commissioner Jim Bunting talk about the challenges and opportunities that face Worcester County. He was joined by Commissioner Chip Bertino for a Q&A session. Pictured, from left, are Bunting, RWWC first vice president, Charlotte Cathell and Bertino.

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PROM NIGHT The second annual Prom Night brought in more than $85,000 for Believe in Tomorrow Children's Foundation. Approximately 180 guests came out to Hooters in West Ocean City last Saturday night, Feb. 7, to relive their own prom nights and help raise money. Jackie Siejack was crowned prom queen and raised more than $17,000. Jason Gulshen won a tight race for prom king, raising more than $16,000. The prom kings raised a total of $46,827 and the queens collected $35,533. Prom Night was a fundraiser to help replace the deck of Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s House by the Sea on 66th Street, which has worn out over time. Funds will also be used for general repairs such as painting, replacing carpets and other facility needs, including utilities. Prom Court nominees, from left, Danny Robinson, Jackie Siejack, DJ Shirk, Tiffany Miller, Todd Dundore, Emily Harrison, Jason Eade, Brittany Raeubber and Jason Gulshen celebrate their fundraising efforts. Jessica Townsend was unable to attend.

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DINING GUIDE I CREDIT CARDS: V-Visa, MC-Master Card, AE-American Express, DIS-Discover I PRICE RANGE: $, $$, $$$ ________________________________ I 32 PALM, 32nd Street, in the Hilton Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2525 / www.oceancityhilton.com/dining / $$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Western Caribbean cuisine, Eastern Shore favorites, gourmet and tasty liquid desserts. I ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717 / www.ocitalianfood.com / $-$$ / 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. I 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. I BJ’S ON THE WATER, 75th Street, Ocean City 410-524-7575 / www.bjsonthewater. com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open year-round. Entire dining menu served 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week. Daily specials, daily duck feeding. Entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. No cover. Available for parties and banquets. Indoor and outdoor dining. I BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR, 94th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3983 / www.bluefishoc.com / $-$$ / 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. I CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT, 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410289-7192 / www.captainstableoc.com / $$$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Family-owned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott. I DUFFYS, 130th St., in Montego Bay Shopping Ctr. & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250 1449 / www.duffysoc.com / $-$$ / 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. I 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. I GALAXY 66 BAR & GRILLE, 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762 / $$$$$ / V-M-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Contemporary restaurant offering light fare and full entrees. Award- winning wine list, signature drinks and cocktails. I HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL, 12841 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-2131846 / www.ocharborside.com / $$ / 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. I HARPOON HANNA’S RESTAURANT & BAR, Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del. www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual waterfront restaurant serving lunch, dinner. Fresh fish, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and allyou-can-eat Alaskan crab legs. Open yearround. I HEMINGWAY’S AT THE CORAL REEF, 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612 / www.ocmdhotels.com/hemingways / $$$ / 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. I HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE, 31st Street, Ocean City, 410-289-2581 / $-$$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / We have proudly served Ocean City, Maryland for over 40 years. Known for All You Can Eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs. I HIGH STAKES BAR & GRILL, Route 54, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-537-6971 / $-$$ / V-M-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Carry-out available / Full bar / Casual dining, daily happy hour and daily food specials. Live entertainment. I HOOTERS, Route 50 & Keyser Point Rd., West Ocean City 410-213-1841 / www.hootersofoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Full bar / Hooters makes you happy at our year round restaurant and bar. Open Daily at 11 a.m. Enjoy our new menu with enjoyable juicy burgers, garden fresh salads, wings with 12 delicious sauces and signature seafood entrees. We have a great line of Hooters apparel. Large parties are welcome. Please call for private party information. Carry out available. Like us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram and Twitter @hootersocmd. I HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535 / www.clarionoc.com / $-$$ ($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. I 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 live music. Carry out or delivery til 4 a.m. I 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.

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I KY WEST BAR & RESTAURANT, 5401 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 443-664-2836 / www.kywestoceancity.com / $$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Ky West is becoming the local's fine dining and casual fare destination. Ocean City's best veal chop, the freshest seafood and great pasta dishes. Our experienced chefs deliver the finest in cuisine nightly. Ky West has a fine dining side, as well as a beautiful bar best described as New York funky chic. Whether you chill out on our sofas, hang in the bar, or grab a table, Ky West will provide excellent food & drink for a great dining adventure. I LONGBOARD CAFÉ, 67th Street Town Center, Ocean City 443 664 5639 / www.longboardcafe.net / $$ / 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. I 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. I OCEAN CITY BREWING COMPANY, 56th Street, Ocean City 443-664-6682 / www.ocbrewingcompany.com / $-$$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No Reservations required / Children’s menu / Full Bar / Family Restaurant. Craft Beer. Serving lunch and dinner daily 7 days a week, 11am-2am. Menu selections "Almost Famous" Made to Order Eggrolls, Gourmet Flatbreads, Signature Salads and Sandwiches, Soft Tacos, Fresh Burgers, and more. Happy Hour Sunday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. and 10 p.m. to close. Now offering gourmet breakfast, Saturdays and Sundays, 8 a.m. to noon. I POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN, Route 50, West Ocean City 443-664-2105 / $ / VMC / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, year-round. Every Tuesday, two-piece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo. I SEACRETS, 49th Street, Ocean City 410524-4900 / www.seacrets.com / $$ / 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. I SEASONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 118th Street, in the Carousel Oceanfront Hotel and Condos, Ocean City 410-5241000 / www.carouselhotel.com / $-$$ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open seven days a week. Oceanfront dining in a casual atmosphere. Serving breakfast from 7-11 a.m., featuring a breakfast buffet or special order from the regular menu. Dinner served from 4-9 p.m., featuring a wide variety of entrees, seafood, ribs, steaks, pasta and prime rib. Join us for family theme night dinners. I SIMMER TIME, Rt. 54, Fenwick Island, next to Mio Fratello 302-436-2266 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Fondue and more in an intimate atmosphere; small and large parties.

I THE COTTAGE CAFE, Route 1 (across from Sea Colony), Bethany Beach, Del. 302-539-8710 / www.cottagecafe.com / $, $$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Seafood, kids’ menu, happy hour specials. Lunch and dinner daily. Breakfast buffet on weekends. I THE COVE AT OCEAN PINES, 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410-6417501 / www.oceanpines.org/ $$ / 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. Open Thursday through Sunday. I THE CRAB BAG, 130th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410-250-3337 / www.thecrabbag.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Full bar / Dine in and carryout. Open 7 Days a week, 11 am til late night. Huge menu; something for everyone. Hot steamed crabs, world famous fried chicken, ribs, burgers, barbecue, pasta, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and more. Lunch and weekly carry-out and dinner specials. The best happy hour at the beach with drink and food specials. I THE DOUGH ROLLER, 41st Street & Coastal Hwy 410-524-9254, 70th Street & Coastal Hwy 410-524-7981 / www.DoughRollerRestaurants.com / $ / VMC-AE-DIS / Ocean City’s Favorite Family Restaurant for 35 years! Both stores open daily serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fresh breaded, cooked to order Dayton’s Boardwalk Famous Fried Chicken & Seafood is sure to please! Check out our ad for specials. I TOUCH OF ITALY, 67th Street and Coastal Highway, in the Holiday Inn Oceanfront, Ocean City, 302-703-3090 / www.TouchofItaly.com / $-$$ / 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. I 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. I 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. I 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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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. Feb. 13

SEASIDE BOAT SHOW — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Featuring approximately 350 boats and more than 140 exhibitors, including 50 boat dealers. Info: Charlie, cdorman1@yahoo.com or www.ocboatshow.com. 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.

2ND ANNUAL CPR MARATHON — Ocean

Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway. Five different one-hour sessions held from 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Covering CPR basics/AED use and choking rescue techniques for adults, children and infants. This basic class does not offer CPR certification. Cost is $5. Preregistration is required by calling 410641-7052 or by stopping by the community center. Info: Vicki Magin, 410-641-7052 or vmagin@oceanpines.org.

VALENTINE SPAGHETTI DINNER — Stevenson United Methodist Church, 123 North Main St., Berlin, 4-7 p.m. Spaghetti with homemade sauce, sweet Italian sausage, garlic bread, fresh garden salad and drink. Bake Sale Table and carryouts available. Cost is $8 for adults, $5 for children ages 4-10 years and free to those 3 and younger. Info: 410-641-1137. BLACK HISTORY EVENT — Germantown

at the door. Proceeds benefit Mike Armstrong. Info: 410-289-7687.

SAT. Feb. 14

SEASIDE BOAT SHOW — Ocean City con-

vention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Featuring approximately 350 boats and more than 140 exhibitors, including 50 boat dealers. Info: Charlie, cdorman1@yahoo.com or www.ocboatshow.com.

ANNUAL KIWANIS WINTER PANCAKE BREAKFAST — Ocean Pines Community

Center, Assateague Room, 235 Ocean Parkway, 8-11 a.m. Pancakes, sausages, fruit cup, orange juice and coffee or tea. Tickets cost $5 for adults, $3 for children 5-11 years and free to those 4 and younger.Tickets available from any Kiwanis member, by calling 410-208-6719 or at the door. Carryouts available. Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Open house, social and audition opportunity. The Players will be the featured entertainment at the Berlin Heritage Festival on April 25 and they have more than 30 speaking roles available. The group is also seeking scores of individuals of all ages who would be willing to dress in period clothing as extras. Actors must be available for at least four rehearsals and the performance on April 25, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Info: 410-600-0462 or oceanpinesplayers@gmail.com.

OCEAN PINES PLAYERS OPEN HOUSE —

School, 10223 Trappe Road, Berlin, 6:30 p.m. Dr. Clara Small, retired professor of History at Salisbury University will present profiles and biographies of African Americans on the Delmarva Peninsula. Dr. Small will also be signing her book, “Compass Points.” Info: Barbara Purnell, 410-641-0638.

CATS ADOPTION EVENT — Petco, White Marlin Mall, 12641-310 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Town Cats in Ocean Pines will have kittens and cats available for viewing and adoption. Also, information and help with spaying and neutering of feral cats. Info: Chris, 610-716-3704.

VALENTINE’S DAY SURVIVOR/CAREGIVER SOCIAL — Sister’s Wine Bar & Gift Shop,

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

113 N. Main Street, Berlin, 5-9 p.m. Enter for a chance to win a Valentine’s Day “Date Night” basket. All are welcome. Info: Dawn Hodge, 443-497-1198; Dj Thompson, 443-366-5440; Jill Elliott, 410-430-8131; www.relayforlife.org/northworcestermd; or 800-227-2345.

LOVEFEST — Pour House, 501 S. Balti-

more Ave., Ocean City, 6 p.m. Musical fundraiser with five bands, dancing and silent auction. Featuring Tranzfusion, Smooth & Remy, Wes Davis, Old School and The Mood Swingers. A $10 donation

PANCAKE BREAKFAST — VFW, Post 8296,

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.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY WAREHOUSE OPEN — Habitat for Humanity of

Worcester County Warehouse, 7033 Worcester Highway, Newark, 8 a.m. to noon. Currently accepting donations in the form of gently used furniture, appliances and building supplies. Info: 410208-4440.

SALISBURY SALSA SOCIAL — The Dunes

Manor Hotel, 2800 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, 5-10 p.m. Aggie Beletsky will be on hand for dance instruction. Beletsky specializes in American Rhythm and Salsa. Info: 800-523-2888.

SUN. Feb. 15

SEASIDE BOAT SHOW — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featuring approximately 350 boats and more than 140 exhibitors, including 50 boat dealers. Info: Charlie, cdorman1@yahoo.com or www.ocboatshow.com. GOSPEL CONCERT — Friendship United

Methodist Church, 10537 Friendship Road, Berlin, 7 p.m. Featuring the local gospel group, “The Island Boys.” Info: 410-641-2578.

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

Women’s Club will collect non-perishable food, toiletries and paper products at the South Fire Station, Ocean Parkway, 1-3 p.m. Supplies will be shared with a local food ministry. Info: 410641-8553.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS #169 — At-

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

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

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

MON. Feb. 16

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.

LIVING WELL WORKSHOP — Northern

Worcester Senior Center 10129 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Mondays, Jan. 5 through

Feb. 23. Free, six-week workshop that teaches how to live a quality life with chronic disease. Chronic conditions include diabetes, arthritis, depression, asthma, bronchitis, pain, heart disease or any condition that hinders you. Preregistration required by calling Laura Small, 410-629-6820. 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.

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DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CLUB OF WORCESTER COUNTY MEETING — Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, the third Monday of each month. Coffee at 9:30 a.m., meeting at 10 a.m. Shannon Hardester, the Outreach Coordinator for Diakonia’s Supportive Services for Veteran Families, will be the speaker. All women are welcome to attend. Info: 814-322-2119.

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: 410-641-6876.

TUES. Feb. 17 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MEETING — Worcester County

Board of Education, 6270 Worcester Highway, Newark, 5-6.30 p.m. Open to the public and women of all ages are invited to attend. Info: L. Eloise HenryGordy, 443-235-3124.

PANCAKE & SAUSAGE DINNER — Steven-

son United Methodist Church, 123 North Main St., Berlin, 4-7 p.m. Youth fundraiser. Cost is $6.50 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12 and free to those 5 and younger. Eat in or carryout. Info: Kathy, 443-235-6761.

ANNUAL SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER — All Hallows Episcopal Church,

109 W. Market St., Snow Hill, 4:30-7

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Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, 11242 Race Track Road, Berlin, 5-8 p.m. Featuring local and regional summer camps showcasing their programs. All are invited to meet with camp directors and see all of the different camp and enrichments program opportunities. Info: Rick Deale, rick.deale@gmail.com or the school office.

SUMMER CAMP/ENRICHMENT FAIR —

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.

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING -

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

OLD FASHIONED SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER — St. Paul’s by-the-Sea

Episcopal Church, 302 N. Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, 5-7 p.m. Cost is $5 for adults and free to children 9 and younger. Info: 410-289-3453 or 410208-3864.

City. Beginner and intermediate lessons, 5:30-6:30 p.m., followed by dancing 6:30-9 p.m. Jitterbug, swing, cha-cha to the sounds of the ’50s, ’60s and Carolina beach music. All are welcome. Info: 302200-DANCE (3262).

WED. Feb. 18

KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OCEAN PINES/OCEAN CITY — Meets every

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. Worcester County Health Department, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, the third Wednesday of each month, 6 p.m. Open to anyone who has lost a friend or loved one to suicide. Free of charge. Info: 410-6290164 or www.choosetolivemaryland.org.

SUICIDE GRIEVERS’ SUPPORT GROUP —

BINGO — Every Wednesday at Ocean

City Elks Lodge 2645, 138th Street and Sinepuxent Avenue, rear of the Fenwick Inn. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., games start 6:30 p.m. Food is available. Open to the public. No one allowed in the hall under 18 years of age during bingo. Info: 410-250-2645.

DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB — Meets every Wednesday at Peaky’s Rooftop Restaurant & Bar, located in the Fenwick Inn, 13801 Coastal Highway, Ocean

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

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

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

ON YOUR OWN, BUT NOT ALONE - WOC

Fitness, 12319 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City, noon. Weight loss support group with discussions about nutrition, exercise, health and weight loss. Cost is $5 per meeting. Info: dillon128@aol.com.

THURS. Feb. 19

PINE’EER CRAFT CLUB — Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway.

Beginning at 9:45, refreshments, meeting and craft, followed by planning meeting. Guests welcome. Info: Sharon, 410-208-3032.

WORCESTER COUNTY TEA PARTY MEETING — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell

Road. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., meeting begins at 7 p.m. Sheriff Reggie Mason and members of the Criminal Enforcement Team will talk about the heroin epidemic on the Eastern Shore. Free and open to the public. Info: WCTPPatriots@gmail.com, www.worcestercountyteaparty.com, www.facebook.com/WorcesterCountyTeaParty or 443-614-7214.

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 p.m., games start at 6:30 p.m. Food available. Open to the public. Info: 410289-3166.

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

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

81 Classifieds now appear in Ocean City Today & the Bayside Gazette each week and online at oceancitytoday.net and baysideoc.com.

HELP WANTED

Century Carpet needs help in our water mitigation division. We want to take a smart, go getter with leadership bearing skills and fast track him/her to an excellent position with us!

MAKE $35K - $45K the 1st year! Don’t know water mitigation We Don’t Care!

We Want to Train You Our Way! Applicants must be capable of prioritizing, multitasking and be able to work in stressful situations.

HELP WANTED

NOW HIRING!!

West OC Cashier position starting at $9/hr. Apply online at: delmarvadd.com

Make 2015 the year of “Beauty” for you and others!

Work F/T or P/T, set your own hours, and make up to 50% commission. To become a Representative or to order product email snowhillavon@ comcast.net Like me on Facebook & for more beauty tips go to christinesbeautyshop

Vets Welcome Call John 410 723 2300

Classifieds 410-723-6397

outside of Bethany Beach, DE is seeking to fill (2) PT MUSICIAN POSITIONS 1. Accompany congregation & choir during Sunday services & weekly rehearsals 2. Serve as Choir Director and Accompanist on piano and/or organ ARINER’S MB ETHEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Please send resume and letter of intent to: janpar@juno.com Job Descriptions available upon request: 302.245.4241 Touch of Italy is seeking experienced year round people for our locations in Delaware and Maryland:

FULL OR PART TIME

EXPERIENCED ASSISTANT MANAGER

HELP WANTED LOCAL MODELS WANTED

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.

HVAC MECHANIC

Full Time, year round maintenance mechanic position is currently available. General maintenance plus HVAC and refrigeration required. Excellent work references a must. Excellent pay and benefit program available. Please send resume for immediate consideration: P.O. Box 3500 Ocean City, MD 21843 EOE M/F/D/V

HELP WANTED

NOW HIRING Hostesses, Bussers, Kitchen and Security. Saturdays and Sundays, 11am to 2pm at Macky’s Bayside Bar & Grill, 54th Street, bayside.

Ocean Resorts Golf Club is now accepting applications for all seasonal P/T Clubhouse and Maintenance Facility staff positions. Flexible hours. Computer knowledge necessary for clubhouse positions. Golfing privileges included. Applicants must apply in person at Ocean Resorts Golf Club, 10655 Cathell Rd., Berlin, MD. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted.

NOW HIRING!!

Afternoon Production Supervisor, $13-$15

Apply via email at: dunkindonutjobs@gmail.com

---Work At The BEACH... Work With The BEST!!

Top wages, excellent benefits package and free employee meal available to successful candidates.

SEASONAL

DECK MANAGER (Seasonal)

We are currently recruiting an experienced food & beverage manager to oversee and be responsible for our busy deck bar and grill for the summer season 2015. Must have strong management experience in a large restaurants. Ability to train staff, excellent communication skills and ability to solve problems. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekend and holiday. excellent salary. Send resume and salary requirements to:

Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Phone: 410-524-3535 Fax: 410-723-9109 EOE M/F/D/V

Please send your resume or an email in confidence to Jobs@TouchOfItaly.com or call us at 410-213-5230, LEAVE A MESSAGE. (an equal opportunity employer)

---Work At The BEACH... Work With The BEST!!

Employment Opportunities:

Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel Attn: Human Resources Dept. 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Phone: 410-524-3535 Fax: 410-723-9109 EOE M/F/D/V

Drivers: New Equipment just arrived. New Year - New Opportunities. Want Better Pay? Better Home-time? & Compensation????? CDL-A 1 yr. exp. 877-704-3773 Environmental Education Internship Delaware Seashore State Park. Weekly stipend & housing available. Internship details @ destateparks.com/internship. Questions email irlss@state.de.us.

Full Time Rental Agent wanted for an established Real Estate office. Must be willing to obtain MD Real Estate license; experience in booking & managing vacation rentals preferred. Requires excellent customer service habits; good computer skills; and an ability to multi task. Need own transportation and must work weekends. Send a confidential resume along with salary requirements to: Century 21 New Horizon, 8606 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City, MD 21842. MAINTENANCE Immediate position available for year-round Restaurant Commercial Kitchen Maintenance Technician. Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Refrigeration, Low pressure Steam & LP/Natural-Gas knowledge required. Prior experience with diagnosing and troubleshooting refrigeration and electrical problems with various types and brands of commercial kitchen equipment extremely necessary. Great opportunity with benefits. Send resume to: REST. MAINTENANCE, PO Box 160, Ocean City, MD 21842

BUSINESS OPP

Business For Sale - “Children’s Consignment Store,” WOC, inventory included. Turn key. Call for details 410600-5575.

RENTALS RENTALS

House For Rent. South Ocean Pines. 3BR/2BA, no smoking, no pets, $1100/mo. plus utilities. 443-235-5626

2BR/2BA, Bayside, Lark Lane (28th St. area). Avail mid May - Mid Sept. Accommodations for up to 6. $9,000 plus $900 sec dep. Full kitchen, W/D, A/C. Resort Rentals, 410524-0295. 4600 Coastal Hwy. Y/R - 3BR/2BA in Ocean Pines - $950/MO. + $950 sec. dep. 410-430-2501

Year Round Rental in WOC, 1 bedroom, big living room, big deck. Small pet ok. $850/ month. Call 631-949-3342.

Summer Rentals

Available May 8th - Sept. 10th. 312 Sunset Dr. 2BR/ 1.5BA, newly remodeled, big kitchen/living area. Sleeps up to 6. $12,000/season, you pay utilities. Security deposit $2,000. Call 410-428-7333. www.SunsetTerrace Rentals.com

COZY WINTER RENTAL Blue Turtle Apt 3 on 57th St, Oceanside. 2BR/1BA, fully furn., kitch, lvg rm, Cable & Electric all included! Pay $175 week-to-week till April 1st. $175 sec dep. Quiet required 24/7. No smoking inside. No pets. See apt at Juneweek.com 410-422-4780

It’s not too early to advertise your summer rentals. 410-723-6397

Top wages, excellent benefits package and free employee meal available to successful candidates.

Year Round, Full/Part Time: Room Attendants, PM Lobby Attendant, Housekeeping Houseman, AM Dishwasher, Front Desk Agent, Hostess/Host, Bartender

HELP WANTED

Contact Kelley Bjorkland at 410-524-1203 or kelley.bjorkland@cbmove.com OR Maryellen Rosenblit at 410-524-6111 or maryellen.rosenblit@cbmove.com or visit www.careerscb.com

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RENTALS

YR WOC 3BR/2BA House. Sundeck, screened porch. No smoking/pets possible. Good credit. $1600/month + utilities. 410-430-6909

YR NOC 2BR/3BA Unfurnished Townhouse. Full size appliances. fireplace, waterview. NO PETS. 443-2352556

WINTER RENTAL

$175/week Sleeps 4, Pool, Internet Rambler Motel 9942 Elm Street Right behind Starbucks Manager on site or call 443-614-4007

SEASONAL RENTALS Pool Front Rooms $165 Efficiencies $185 2 BR Apartments $250 Burgundy Inn 1210 Philadelphia Ave. 410-289-8581

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

RENTALS

Year Round WOC 2BR/1BA Home. Unfurnished, central HVAC, W/D, enclosed porch. No smoking/pets. $950/mo. + sec. dep. + utils. 410-2896626 WOC, 2BR Apt. for Rent Convenient to everything! $850/mo. Avail immediately. Call 410-289-5335 / 410251-3055.

Brand New 1BR/1BA Apt. in South OP. Hardwood & tile flooring. Private entrance, eatin kitchen. $800/mo. includes utils. 410-920-4055 YEAR-ROUND / OCEAN PINES - Waterfront Condo bordering golf course. 3BR/2BA, fireplace + boat dock. $1390/month. Call 410-603-7373.

Y/R Rentals - Berlin Rentals starting at $625/mo. 400 sq. ft. Office Space starting at $400/mo. Bunting Realty, Inc. 410-641-3313, Buntingrealty.com. 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 YR, Ocean Pines, 3BR/2BA Home - Clean, like new, 1450 sq. ft. Screened porch, lge patio, 2 sheds, $1250/mo. + utils. No Smoking/Pets. 410-236-1231

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE

Wooded Canal Lot - 8 miles to N. Ocean City, perked. $69,900. Call Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.

COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL

Yearly & Seasonal Rentals We Welcome Pets 7700 Coastal Hwy 410-524-7700 www.holidayoc.com

Two Units Available Rt. 50 in West Ocean City 1800 sq. ft. Office/Retail Space 1728 sq. ft. Office/Retail Space Call 443-497-4200

COMMERCIAL

Office/Retail for Rent - West Ocean City – Teal Marsh – across from Food Lion – currently occupied by Prudential Real-estate. Will be available 6/1/2015. 1400 sq. ft. built out with 4 nice offices, reception area and space for additional desks. Set up nicely for Real Estate firm, Lawyers office, Accountant, Insurance. Can also be used for Beauty Salon, Barber shop, Doctors office, Dentist, PT, Nails, Massage therapy and so much more. Stop by and take a look, please do not disturb tenant. I will be happy to give you a tour if you like the location. Rent is $1,200/month plus water and sewer, no additional C.A.M.s. – contact Spiro for more info at spiro@ocroomws.com or 443-497-0514. Business 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. 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.

Upscale Mid-town Office Space in O.C. for Lease.

Last Suite available. 2150 sq. ft. Flexible floor plan. Call Brian 443-880-2225

REAL ESTATE LICENSE

BERLIN OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT - approximately 200 sq. ft. ea. Utils. included. $275/ mo. Call 410-726-5471 or 410-641-4300.

Apartments Starting at $675 Single Family Homes Starting at $950 Condos Starting at $1,075

Office Space w/immediate availability, reception area & private office w/view. Plenty of customer parking in a great Ocean Pines location! Rent includes all CAM, trash removal, water & sewer. $700/mo.

CALL US TODAY! 410-208-9200

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COMMERCIAL

WOC Office Space Great for professional i.e. Real Estate, Law Firm, Medical. Retail also permitted. Herring Creek Prof. Ctr. 1000 Sq. Ft. $750/mo. negotiable 443497-0514

SERVICES SERVICES

Johns Handyman Services expert painting, any home improvement service. 302-2366420 Bishopville Movers Inc. Fast, reliable service. 410-352-5555

DONATIONS DONATIONS

Do you have an old bicycle not being used? It could mean a world of difference to a hard-working international student. We are looking to get as many bikes as possible. Your donation will be taxdeductible. Please contact Gary at 410-726-1051 for more information.

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EDUCATION TRAINING AVIATION Grads work with JetBlue, Boeing, Delta and others- start here with hands on training for FAA certification. Financial aid if qualified. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 866-823-6729 EDUCATIONAL TRAINING MEDICAL BILLING TRAINING PROGRAM! Train to process insurance and Medical Billing from home! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! Online training at CTI gets you job ready! HS Diploma/Ged & Computer/Internet needed. 1877-649-2671.

HELP WANTED:SALES EARN $500 A DAY: Insurance Agents Needed; Leads, No Cold Calls; Commissions Paid Daily; Lifetime Renewals; Complete Training; Health & Dental Insurance; Life License Required Call 1-888-713-6020 LAND FOR SALE RECREATIONAL CABIN 6.5 AC, POND SITE $84,900 Park like open and wooded Parcel with 2 state views/1,000+ sq. ft. shell ready for You to finish and enjoy. Elec., tele. available. Perc CALL OWNER 304901-4931

FOR SALE

Double Wide Mobile Home for sale in West OC. $30,000 firm. Please call 443-5131489.

BOAT SLIPS BOAT SLIPS

30’ Boat Slip for Rent or Purchase in Pines Point Marina - Rent $1800/season. $18,500/purchase. 443-5130445

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PUBLIC NOTICES 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 26 DEEP CHANNEL DR. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated January 20, 2009 and recorded in Liber 5193, Folio 633 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $300,000.00 and an original interest rate of 2.86% 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 MARCH 3, 2015 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $18,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtain-

ing physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within 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-2/12/3t _________________________________ 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 504 ROBIN DR., UNIT #64 A/R/T/A 504 EAGLE DR. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated September 3, 2002 and recorded in Liber 3423, Folio 415 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $82,500.00 and an original interest rate of 7.37500% 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 MARCH 3, 2015 AT 3:33 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Unit No. 64 in Bayshore Condominium East 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 $7,000 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-2/12/3t _________________________________ J. Richard Collins, Esquire 3509 Coastal Highway Ocean City, MD 21842 410-289-3553

TRUSTEE’S SALE OF VALUABLE AND IMPROVED TIME SHARE INTERVAL WEEKS IN THE CLUB OCEAN VILLAS II CONDOMINIUM By virtue of a Statement of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland (Case No. 23C140001548), the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction in the lobby of the Club Ocean Villas II Condominium, located at 105 120th Street, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, on Friday, March 6, 2015 at 10:00 a.m., the following Time Share Interval Weeks in the Club Ocean Villas II Condominium, to wit: Unit 191 275 256B 248B 276 218B 270 255B 243B 248B 189 196 264B 249B 242B 246B 253B

Week 27 20 39 25 30 21 34 34 39 38 35 38 26 39 38 23 25

Each Time Share Interval Week to be sold in fee simple with a remainder over in fee simple absolute, as tenant in common with the other owners of all the other Time Share Interval Weeks in the aforementioned condominium units, in that percentage interest as determined and established by the listed percentage interest contained in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of the Club Ocean Villas II Condominium, and all amendments and supplements thereto. The property will be sold subject to all prior encumbrances, covenants, restrictions, easements and rights of way of record and to any amendments of this advertisement announced at the time of sale. A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit and/or payment requirements. The Trustee reserves the right to withdraw any and all intervals for sale at the time of sale. Each time interval will be sold, as is, without any warranties or guarantees. TERMS OF SALE: Payment by

PAGE 84 cash, or check equal to the amount of the purchase price shall be paid at the time and place of sale. Cash or Certified funds will be required for payments exceeding $100.00. Final settlement shall be within 30 days after final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, unless said period is extended by the Trustee, for good cause shown, time being of the essence. The property will be sold subject to all restrictions, liens, covenants and encumbrances of record. In the event that the Purchaser fails to go to settlement as required, the property shall be resold at Purchaser’s risk and expense. The Maintenance Fee, which includes taxes, water, sanitary charges and all other municipal, county and State charges to which the property may be subject to, will be adjusted at date of sale. Should a secured party be unable to convey the property, Purchaser’s sole remedy shall be a refund of money paid. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and documentation preparation and title fees and insurance shall be borne by the Purchaser. The improvements are being sold in an “AS IS” condition, without any warranties, express or implied. Risk of loss passes at date of sale. For further information, please contact the Trustee. J. Richard Collins, Esquire, Trustee Williams, Moore, Shockley & Harrison, LLP 3509 Coastal Highway, P.O. Box 739 Ocean City, MD 21842 Office Phone: 410-289-3553 Office fax: 410-289-4157 OCD-2/12/3t _________________________________ Tucker Arensberg, P.C. 1500 One PPG Place Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412-566-1212

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 326 WILLIAMS ST., UNIT #201 BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Anne Marie Conestable a/k/a Anne Marie Conestabile, dated April 18, 2008 and recorded in Liber 5098, folio 299 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD (Case No. 23-C-14000213) default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Substitute 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 FEBRUARY 24, 2015 AT 3:15 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester County, MD, described as Unit No. 201, “Jamestown Place Condominium” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property and improvements will be sold in an “AS IS” condition and subject to conditions, restric-

Ocean City Today tions, existing buildings and/or environmental violations, agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty either expressed or implied as to the description of the condition of the property or improvements. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $15,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order, at the time of sale will be required of all purchasers other than the holder of the Deed of Trust. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid in cash within ten (10) business days of the final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. If payment of the balance does not take place within ten (10) business days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property. Interest to be paid on unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust note from date of sale to the date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, in the event the property is purchased by someone other than the note holder. In the event the settlement is delayed for any reason and the property is purchased by someone other than the note holder, there shall be no abatement of interest caused by the delay. Taxes, water rent, ground rent, condominium fees, and/or homeowners association dues, if applicable, to be adjusted to the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. 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 date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Cost of all documentary stamps and transfer taxes 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. 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. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. Brett A. Solomon, David W. Simpson, Jr., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-2/5/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 107 QUILLIN DR. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Mark W. Hammond and Aimee E. Hammond, dated October 18, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4283, folio 403

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 FEBRUARY 23, 2015 AT 2:35 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $21,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #14-606920) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD,

FEBRUARY 13, 2015 TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-2/5/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 4004 JONES RD. POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from John W. Russell and Jennifer M. Russell, dated November 24, 2010 and recorded in Liber 5585, folio 232 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 FEBRUARY 23, 2015 AT 2:36 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $36,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges 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 docu-

FEBRUARY 13, 2015 mentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2013-35303) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-2/5/3t _________________________________ 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 8422 NEWARK RD. NEWARK, MD 21841 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated March 2, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4392, Folio 161 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $84,000.00 and an original interest rate of 5.00% 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 FEBRUARY 24, 2015 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $5,000 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

Ocean City Today 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-2/5/3t _________________________________ 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 3 LORD GUY TERR. OCEAN PINES A/R/T/A BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated May 23, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4715, Folio 108 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $175,000.00 and an original interest rate of

4.25% 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 FEBRUARY 24, 2015 AT 3:33 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $17,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within 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.

PAGE 85 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-2/5/3t _________________________________ Law Offices of Jeffrey Nadel 4041 Powder Mill Road, Suite 415 Calverton, Maryland 20705 240-473-5000

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY 6409 Basket Switch Rd Newark, MD 21841 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Alma Hover and Nathan Hover, dated December 26, 2006, and recorded in Liber 4847, Folio 149 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Substitute Trustee will sell at public auction at Circuit Court for Worcester County, Courthouse Door for Worcester County, Snow Hill, MD on February 17, 2015 at 11:00 AM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust, carrying Tax ID No. 04006453. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, agreements, easements, covenants and rights of way of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $18,000.00 will be required at the time of sale in the form of cash, certified check, or other form as the Substitute Trustees determine acceptable. No deposit shall be required of the noteholder where the noteholder bids in the property at auction. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, time being of the essence for purchaser. In the event that settlement does not occur within the said ten days, the purchaser shall be in default. Upon such default the Trustees may file a Motion and Order to Resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, and purchaser(s) hereby consent to entry of such resale order without further notice, in which case the deposit shall be forfeited and all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then readvertise and resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser; or,

PAGE 86 without reselling the property, the Trustees may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any, even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulting purchaser. Interest to be paid on the purchase money less the stated deposit called for herein, at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of auction to the date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustee. There shall be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason, including but not limited to exceptions to sale, bankruptcy filings by interested parties, Court administration of the foreclosure or unknown title defects. All taxes, ground rent, water rent, condominium fees and/or homeowner association dues, all public charges/ assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, if applicable, are to be adjusted to the date of auction and thereafter are to be assumed by the purchaser. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, agricultural transfer tax, if any and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of damage to the property from the date of auction forward. If the Substitute Trustee does not convey title for any reason, including but not limited to the Secured Party executing a forbearance agreement with the borrower(s) described in the above-mentioned Deed of Trust, or allowing the borrower(s) to execute their right to reinstate or payoff the subject loan, prior to the sale, with or without the Substitute Trustee’s prior knowledge, or if the sale is not ratified for any reason including errors made by the Substitute Trustees, the foreclosure sale shall be null and void and of no effect, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy in law or in equity shall be the return of the deposit without interest. Further terms and particulars may be announced at time of sale, and purchaser may be required to execute a Memorandum of Sale at the time of auction. (Matter #18543) Jeffrey Nadel and Scott Nadel, Substitute Trustees MDC Auctioneers 606 Baltimore Avenue, Suite 206, Towson, Maryland 21204 410-825-2900 OCD-1/29/3t _________________________________ 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,

Ocean City Today 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 February 17, 2015 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND and the improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting same, if any and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $13,000.00 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. All due and/or unpaid private utility, water and facilities charges, or front foot benefit payments, are payable by the purchaser without adjustment.Real estate taxes and all other public charges, or assessments, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, or condo/HOA assessments, not otherwise divested by ratification of the sale, to be adjusted as of the date of foreclosure auction, unless the purchaser is the foreclosing lender or its designee. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses, and all other costs incident to settlement, shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. If the purchaser shall fail to comply with the terms of the sale or fails to go to settlement within ten (10) days of ratification of the sale, the Substitute Trustees may, in addition to any other available remedies, declare the entire deposit forfeited and resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser, and the purchaser agrees to pay reasonable attorneys’ fees for the Substitute Trustees, plus all costs incurred, if the Substitute Trustees have filed the appropriate motion with the Court to resell the property. Purchaser waives personal service of any paper filed in connection with such a motion on himself and/or any principal or corporate designee, and expressly agrees to accept service of any such paper by regular mail directed to the address provided by said bidder at the time of foreclosure auction. In such event, the default-

ing 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-1/29/3t _________________________________ 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 5944 PUBLIC LANDING RD. SNOW HILL, MD 21863 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Beki L. Bradford and Justin P. Bradford, dated April 16, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4911, folio 173 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 13, 2015 AT 3:01 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 #02-007002 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 $20,000 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

FEBRUARY 13, 2015 will be no abatement of interest in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason. The noteholder shall not be obligated to pay interest if it is the purchaser. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of all real property taxes, including agricultural taxes, if applicable, and any and all public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges and ground rent, to be adjusted to date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale forward. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. Additional terms to be announced at the time of sale. If the Sub. Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law and equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without interest. If the purchaser fails to go to settlement, the deposit shall be forfeited, to the Trustees for application against all expenses, attorney’s fees and the full commission on the sale price of the above-scheduled foreclosure sale. In the event of default, all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then re-advertise and resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser or may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser without reselling the property. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any, even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulting purchaser and the defaulting purchaser shall be liable to the Trustees and secured party for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses incurred in connection with all litigation involving the Property or the proceeds of the resale. Trustees’ file number 52338. 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-1/29/3t _________________________________ Morris|Schneider|Wittstadt, LLC 9409 Philadelphia Road Baltimore, MD 21237 410-284-9600

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 701 CEDAR ST. POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Ronald E. Semke and Bernis L.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2015 Semke, dated February 27, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4898, folio 160 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 17, 2015 AT 1:15 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., 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 the same, if any and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $11,000 by cash or certified check. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within 10 days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. If the purchaser fails to settle within the aforesaid ten (10) days of ratification, the purchaser relinquishes their deposit and the Sub-Trustees may file an appropriate motion with the court to resell the property. Purchaser waives personal service of any paper filed with the Court in connection with such motion and any Show Cause Order issued by the Court and expressly agrees to accept service of any such paper or Order by certified mail and regular mail sent to the address provided by the purchaser and as recorded on the documents executed by the purchaser at the time of the sale. Service shall be deemed effective upon the purchaser 3 days after postmarked by the United States Post Office. It is expressly agreed by the purchaser that actual receipt of the certified mail is not required for service to be effective. If the purchaser fails to go to settlement the deposit shall be forfeited to the Sub-Trustees and all expenses of this sale (including attorney fees and full commission on the gross sales price of the sale) shall be charged against and paid from the forfeited deposit. In the event of resale the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property regardless of any improvements made to the real property. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate of 2.0% per annum from the date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the SubTrustees. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, condominium fees and/or homeowner association dues, all public charges/assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for the costs of all transfer taxes, documentary stamps and all other costs incident to settlement. Purchaser shall be responsible for physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss from the date of sale forward. The sale is subject to post sale audit by the Noteholder to determine

whether the borrower entered into any repayment/forbearance agreement, reinstated or paid off prior to the sale. In any such event the Purchaser agrees that upon notification by the Sub-Trustees of such event the sale is null and void and of no legal effect and the deposit returned without interest. If the Sub-Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or good and marketable title, or the sale is not ratified for any reason by the Circuit Court including errors made by the Sub-Trustees, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without any interest. Mark H. Wittstadt, et al., Sub. Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-1/29/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 301-490-3361 Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. George M. Straka aka George J. Straka Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C14001211

NOTICE ORDERED, this 22nd day of January, 2015 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 8 Ensign Drive, Berlin, Maryland 21811 mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et. al, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 23rd day of February, 2015 next, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 16th day of February, 2015, next. The report states the amount of sale to be $119,109.51. Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-1/29/3t _________________________________ RAYMOND C. SHOCKLEY ESQ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON PA 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY P.O. BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 15894 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF DAVID RUSSELL KLINE Notice is given that Steven L. Schlegel, 8404 Tindley Road, Newark, MD 21841, was on January 20, 2015 appointed Personal Repre-

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sentative of the estate of David Russell Kline who died on January 15, 2015, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 20th day of July, 2015. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. STEVEN L. SCHLEGEL Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: January 29, 2015 OCD-1/29/3t _________________________________ Samuel I. White, PC 5040 Corporate Woods Drive, Suite 120 Virginia Beach, VA 23462 JOHN E. DRISCOLL, III, et al., Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. JASON C. HENSLEY Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil Action No. 23C14001360

sale to be $348,529.07. Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-1/29/3t _________________________________ Samuel I. White, PC 5040 Corporate Woods Drive, Suite 120 Virginia Beach, VA 23462 JOHN E. DRISCOLL, III, et al., Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. CYNTHIA A. SPENCER Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil Action No. 23C14001090

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 21st day of January, 2015 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 10815 Oak Court, Berlin, MD 21811, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 23rd day of February, 2015, provided a copy of this NOTICE be published at least once a week in each of three successive weeks in some newspaper of general circulation published in said County once before the 16th day of February, 2015. The report states the amount of sale to be $190,261.37. Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD CD-1/29/3t _________________________________ BUONASSISSI, HENNING & LASH, P.C. 1861 WIEHLE AVENUE, SUITE 300 RESTON, VIRGINIA 20190 (703) 796-1341 RICHARD A. LASH Substitute Trustee, et al, Plaintiffs, v. MELVA W. FOWLER, et al., Defendants. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-13-000835

NOTICE Notice is hereby issued this 21st day of January, 2015, that the sale of the property in this case, 10121 Godspeed Drive, Ocean City, MD 21842 reported by Richard E. Kelly, Substitute Trustee, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary be shown on or before the 23rd day of February, 2015, provided a copy of this Notice be inserted in The Ocean City Digest, a newspaper published in Worcester County, Maryland, once

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NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 20th day of January, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 104 Austin Circle, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 23rd day of February, 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 16th day of February, 2015. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $139,000.00. 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-1/29/3t _________________________________ DANIEL K. TREGONING ESQ DANIEL K. TREGONING, P.C. 352 WEST PATRICK STREET FREDERICK, MD 21701

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 15895 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF PAUL E. GORMAN Notice is given that Michael R. Gorman, 10704 Pheasant Drive, Clarksburg, MD 20871, was on January 20, 2015 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Paul E. Gorman who died on December 28, 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 20th day of July, 2015. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. MICHAEL R. GORMAN 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: January 29, 2015 OCD-1/29/3t _________________________________

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 15899 Notice is given that the Probate court of New Castle County, DE appointed Linda DeCarlo, 1403 Spruce Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19805 as the Personal Representative of the Estate of Kathleen Bendistis who died on November 06, 2013 domiciled in Delaware, USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is George A. Brancati whose address is 115 Dennis Drive, Elkton, MD 21921. 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. LINDA DECARLO Foreign Personal Representative Charlotte K. Cathell

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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: January 29, 2015 OCD-1/29/3t _________________________________ 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. BRYANT E. PLANTER CHRISTINA L. PLANTER 806 Second Street Pocomoke City, MD 21851 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-14-001405

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 27th day of January, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 806 Second Street, Pocomoke City, MD 21851, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 2nd day of March, 2015, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 23rd day of February, 2015. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $78,200.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-2/5/3t _________________________________ 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. Robert C. Hoppa Sheila J. Hoppa 20 White Crane Drive Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C13001730

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 29th day of January, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 20 White Crane Drive, Berlin, MD 21811, made and

reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 2nd day of March, 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 23rd day of February, 2015. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $251,453.41. 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-2/5/3t _________________________________ Terrance Shanahan Erik Yoder 7500 Old Georgetown Road, Suite 1385 Bethesda, MD 20814 Terrance Shanahan Erik Yoder 7500 Old Georgetown Road, Suite 1385 Bethesda, MD 20814 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs, vs. Martin Letren Jafari Sirous 11 54th Street, Condo Unit 401 Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s), IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C14001221

NOTICE ORDERED, this 26th day of January, 2015 by the Circuit Court of Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 11 54th Street, Condo Unit 401, Ocean City, MD 21842, mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Erik W. Yoder and Terrance Shanahan, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 2nd day of March, 2015, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 23rd day of February, 2015. The report states the amount of sale to be $539,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, MD True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-2/5/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 14507 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF PATRICIA A. TALBOTT Notice is given that Guy H. Talbott III, 8415 Newark Road, Newark, MD 21841, was on January 23, 2015 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Patricia A. Talbott who died on July 1, 2010, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or

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FEBRUARY 13, 2015 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 23rd day of July, 2015. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Guy H. Talbott III Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: February 5, 2015 OCD-2/5/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 15910 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JOHN A. ROZANKOWSKI SR. Notice is given that Steven Joseph Rozankowski, 229 Bright Oaks Drive, Bel Air, MD 21015, was on January 29, 2015 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of John A. Rozankowski Sr. who died on December 26, 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 29th day of July, 2015. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise

delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Steven Joseph Rozankowski Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: February 5, 2015 OCD-2/5/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Transfer of a Class "A" BEER-WINE License, 7 Day, By Saagar Vinod Patel, 108-B Franklin Avenue, Berlin, Maryland 21811. For: MVP, Inc. For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Duck In 607 Lynnhaven Drive Pocomoke City, Maryland 21851 Formerly: Lynn Haven Beverage, Inc. There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 18, 2015 @ 1:00 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-2/5/2t _________________________________

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Transfer of a Class "A" BEER-WINE License, 7 Day, By Wilbert Lee Foreman, 10802 Maple Court, Berlin, Maryland 21811; Manish R. Patel, 509 Sunlight Lane, Unit 1, Berlin, Maryland 21811; and Jainita M. Patel, 509 Sunlight Lane, Unit 1, Berlin, Maryland 21811. For: Jainita & Kruti, Inc. For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Your Store Market 10137 Old Ocean City Boulevard Berlin, Maryland 21811 Formerly: W.N.M.R., Inc. There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 18, 2015 @ 1:10 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-2/5/2t _________________________________

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class "B" BEERWINE-LIQUOR License, 7 Day, By Kevin Lynn Blonder, 2824 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, Maryland 21037 and Wayne Robert Lauman, 12972 Inlet Isle Land, Ocean City, Maryland 21842. For: Buddy’s Ocean City Liquor, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Buddy’s Crab and Ribs 221 Wicomico 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: February 18, 2015 @ 1:35 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-2/5/2t _________________________________

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class "B" BEERWINE-LIQUOR License, 7 Day, By James Roland Farlow, 10112 Waterview Drive, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 and Michael Thomas Diffendal, 6243 South Point Road, Berlin, Maryland 21811. For: Crab Trap, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Full Moon Saloon 12702 Old Bridge Road, Unit #38 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: February 18, 2015 @ 1:50 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-2/5/2t _________________________________

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class "B" BEERWINE-LIQUOR License, 7 Day, By Giovanni G. Tomasello, 10423 Golf Course Road, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 and Karen K. Tomasello, 10423 Golf Course Road, Ocean City, Maryland 21842. For: Sello’s, Inc. For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Sello’s Oven and Bar 9802 Golf Course Road 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: February 18, 2015 @ 2:00 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-2/5/2t _________________________________

ORDINANCE 2015-3 TOWN OF OCEAN CITY Notice is hereby given by the Mayor and City Council of Ocean City that the following ordinance was introduced for first reading at the Council meeting on February 2, 2015. 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 2015-3, amends Chapter 102, entitled Vehicles For Hire, of the Code of the Town of Ocean City to allow the issuance of year-round Charter Bus Permits. OCD-2/12/1t _________________________________

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Blacktop Surfacing of Roadways Worcester County, Maryland The Worcester County Commissioners are currently accepting bids for county-wide blacktop surfacing of various sections of roadways in Worcester County to be completed by May 31, 2015 and requiring approximately 9,399 Tons of Superpave 9.5 mm Bituminous Concrete for paving of roughly 9.14 miles of road for the Worcester County Department of Public Works, Roads Division. 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 21863-1195, 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, February 23, 2015 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 "Blacktop Bid - Opening Date February 23, 2015" 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 Frank Adkins, Roads Superintendent, at 410-632-2244, Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm.

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PAGE 90 OCD-2/12/1t _________________________________ 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 Richard B. Olenick 2 Dorchester Street, Unit 303 Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY CASE #23C14001025

NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County this 3rd day of February, 2015, that the foreclosure sale of the real property known as 2 Dorchester Street, Unit 303, Ocean City, Marylnad 21842, 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 9th day of March, 2015. 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 2nd day of March, 2015. The Report states the amount of the Foreclosure Sale to be $600,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court of Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-2/12/3t _________________________________ Weinstock, Friedman & Friedman, P.A. Executive Centre 4 Reservoir Circle Baltimore, MD 21208-7301 410-559-9000 Fax: 410-559-9009 SIDNEY S. FRIEDMAN, et al. Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs v. NOWALK PROPERTIES, LLC Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY Case No.: 23-C-14-1441

NOTICE NOTICE is hereby issued by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, this 3rd day of February, 2015, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings, 8901 Rusty Anchor Road, Unit #3, Ocean City, MD 21842, made and reported by Sidney S. Friedman, William H. Thrush, Jr., Judith Salzman Tortora, Mindy Mez Saler, and Rebecca Teale Balint, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 9th day of March, 2015, provided, a copy of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said county, once in each of three (3) successive weeks, before the 2nd day of March, 2015. The Report of Sale states the

amount of sale to be $301,351.65. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk Circuit Court for Worcester County True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-2/12/3t _________________________________ Weinstock, Friedman & Friedman, P.A. Executive Centre 4 Reservoir Circle Baltimore, MD 21208-7301 410-559-9000 Fax: 410-559-9009 SIDNEY S. FRIEDMAN, ET AL. Plaintiffs v. SAMEER AL-SMADI, ET AL. Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY Case No.: 23C141337

NOTICE NOTICE is hereby issued by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, this 3rd day of February, 2015, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings, 11325 Henry Road, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported by Sidney S. Friedman, William H. Thrush, Jr., Judith Salzman Tortora and Rebecca Teale Balint, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 9th day of March, 2015, provided, a copy of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said county, once in each of three (3) successive weeks, before the 2nd day of March, 2015. The Report of Sale states the amount of sale to be $30,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk Circuit Court for Worcester County True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-2/12/3t _________________________________ A GILLIS ALLEN II, ESQ ALLEN & ASSOCIATES, CHTD 207 DOWNTOWN PLAZA P.O. BOX 990 SALISBURY, MD 21803-0990

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 15922 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF LOUISE YATES Notice is given that Robin M. Yates, 629 Laurel Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842, was on February 05, 2015 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Louise Yates who died on January 31, 2015, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 5th day of August, 2015.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. ROBIN M. YATES Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: February 12, 2015 OCD-2/12/3t _________________________________

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Cedar Hall Boat Ramp Reconstruction Project Worcester County, Maryland The County Commissioners of Worcester County, Maryland are currently accepting sealed bids for replacing the existing boat ramps located at Cedar Hall Wharf Road in Pocomoke City, Maryland. Bid Documents are available at a cost of $50.00 per set from either the Office of the County Commissioners, Room 1103 - Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 or Lane Engineering, 117 Bay Street, Easton, Maryland 21601. Interested bidders are encouraged to attend a pre-bid meeting and work site inspection to be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at 1:00 pm, at the Cedar Hall Landing located at 200 Cedar Hall Wharf Road, Pocomoke City, Maryland 21851 during which time the project scope and Bid Documents will be discussed in depth to answer any questions that Bidders may have. Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 PM, Monday, March 9, 2015 in the Office of the County Commissioners, Room 1103 - Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Envelopes shall be marked "Bid for Cedar Hall Boat Ramp Reconstruction Project" 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

FEBRUARY 13, 2015 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 Kenneth J. Whited, Maintenance Superintendent, at kenwhited@co.worcester.md.us or (410) 632-3766. OCD-2/12/1t _________________________________

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110, Zoning, of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be conducted by the Planning and Zoning Commission in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2015 At 7:00 pm Pursuant to Code Section 110-821 and 822 for a Planned Overlay District to include a 14-story hotel expansion which will have 87 units to be added to an existing 8-story hotel containing 110 units. The site is described as Lots 1, 2, 3, 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17, Block 1 of the Isle of Wight Land Company Plat, said properties owned by OC Hotel Holdings, Inc.; and Lots 4, 5, 18, 19, 20, 21 and part of Lot 22, Block 1 on the Plat of Isle of Wight Land Company, said property owned by Boardwalk Inn, Inc. Said properties, in combination, are located between 33rd and 34th Streets, and oceanfront, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: JOSEPH E. MOORE, ATTORNEY FOR BOARDWALK INN, INC., AND OC HOTEL HOLDINGS, INC. (FILE #15-14100002) No oral or written testimony will be accepted after the close of the public hearing. Public hearings that are not completed at one meeting may be continued without additional advertised notice provided the Commission Chairman announces that the hearing will be continued and gives persons in attendance an opportunity to sign up for written notice of the additional hearing dates. For further information concerning this public hearing, please contact the Department of Planning and Community Development, Room 242, City Hall, 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842. Phone 410-289-8855. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAM GREER BUCKLEY,

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 15870 NOTICE IS GIVEN that the County Commission court of Jefferson County, WV appointed Barbara Bir, 143 Fox Run Way, Charles Town, WV 25414 as the Personal Representative of the Estate of Doreen Bir who died on April 14, 2009 domiciled in West Virginia, America. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Jessica Rudy whose address is 502 Knoxville Road, Knoxville, MD 21758. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester County and Prince George’s 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. Barbara Bir 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: February 12, 2015 OCD-2/12/3t _________________________________

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a request has been filed under the provisions of Section 110-514, Uses permitted by Conditional Use in the LC-1, Local Commercial, District, to permit water-related recreational activity with a maximum total of twenty-five (25) non-motorized devices. The site of the request is described as Lots 2, 3, 4, 5, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and the northerly ½ of Lots 18 and 19, Block 120 of the Isle of Wight Land Company Plat, further described as located on the southerly side of 64th Street and the west side of Coastal Highway, on the property known as Dead Freddie’s Restaurant, 105-64th Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: JOSEPH E. MOORE, ATTORNEY FOR OC LAND HOLDINGS, LLC (FILE #15-12100003) No oral or written testimony will be accepted after the close of the public hearing. Public hearings that are not completed at one meeting may be continued without additional advertised notice provided the Commission Chairman announces that the hearing will be continued and gives persons in attendance an opportunity to sign up for written notice of the additional hearing dates. For further information concerning this public hearing, please contact the Department of Planning and Community Development, Room 242, City Hall, 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842. Phone 410-289-8855. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAM GREER BUCKLEY, CHAIRPERSON WILLIAM E. ESHAM, III, ATTORNEY OCD-2/12/2t _________________________________

NOTICE Town of Ocean City, Maryland Ocean City Convention Center Foodservice and Vending The Town of Ocean City is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced vendors to provide Foodservice and Vending services for the Ocean City Convention Center and for said services to be in conformity with the specifications detailed in the Proposal Documents. Proposal Documents for the Ocean City Convention Center Foodservice and Vending may be obtained from the Town of Ocean City's Procurement Department by either emailing Procurement Manager, Catrice Parsons, at cparsons@ oceancitymd.gov<mailto:cparsons@o ceancitymd.gov> or by calling 410723-6643 during normal business hours, or via the Town's website, http://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/finance/procurement/#tab1420746537421-3-4. Vendors are responsible for checking this website regarding this bid prior to submitting their Completed Proposal Documents. The Town of Ocean City is not responsible for the content of any Proposal Document received through any third party bid service.

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It is the sole responsibility of the vendor to ensure the completeness and accuracy of their Completed Proposal Documents. A pre-proposal conference will be held in the Room M201 of the Town of Ocean City's Convention Center located at 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 on Friday, February 20th at 1:00 p.m. lasting until 3:00 p.m. or earlier, depending on Vendor questions. The last day for questions will be Monday, February 23rd at noon. Sealed Proposal Documents are due no later than Monday, March 9th at 4:30 p.m. and will be opened and read aloud at the Mayor and City Council Work Session held on Tuesday, March 10th, at 1:00 p.m. Bids are to be submitted to Town of Ocean City, Attn: City Manager, 301 N. Baltimore Avenue Room 230, Ocean City, MD 21842. Late Bid Document will not be accepted. Minority vendors are encouraged to compete for award of the Ocean City Convention Center Foodservice and Vending. OCD-2/12/1t _________________________________

NOTICE Town of Ocean City, Maryland OCDC Model Block Demolition The Town of Ocean City is seeking bids from qualified and experienced vendors to demolish the OCDC Model Block and for said work to be in conformity with the specifications detailed in the Bid Documents. Bid Documents for the OCDC Model Block Demolition may be obtained from the Town of Ocean City's Procurement Department by either e-mailing Procurement Manager, Catrice Parsons, at cparsons@ oceancitymd.gov or by calling 410723-6643 during normal business hours, or via the Town's website, http://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/finance/procurement/#tab1420746537421-3-4. Vendors are responsible for checking this website regarding this bid prior to submitting their bids. The Town of Ocean City is not responsible for the content of any Bid Document received through any third party bid service. It is the sole responsibility of the vendor to ensure the completeness and accuracy of their Completed Bid Documents. A pre-bid meeting will be held at the Town of Ocean City's Community Room located at City Hall 301 N. Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842 on Thursday, February 19th at 1:00 p.m. The last day for questions will be Friday, February 27th at noon. Sealed Bid Documents are due no later than Monday, March 9th at 4:30 p.m. and will be opened and read aloud at the Mayor and City Council Work Session held on Tuesday, March 10th, at 1:00 p.m. Bids are to be submitted to Town of Ocean City, Attn: City Manager, 301 N. Baltimore Avenue Room 230, Ocean City, MD 21842. Late Bid Document will not be accepted. Minority vendors are encouraged to compete for award of the OCDC Model Block Demolition.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS TOWN OF OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110 of the Code of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Zoning Ordinance for Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted by the Board of Zoning Appeals for Ocean City, Maryland in the Council Chambers of City Hall located on Baltimore Avenue and Third Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(3), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-95(1)(a) requesting a variance to the rear yard setback to allow enclosure of the third floor with a 6’ setback instead of the required 10’ setback, in line with the existing first floor, and proposed second floor to be improved per code. The site of the appeal is described as Lot 1, Block 92N of the Sinepuxent Beach Company Plat, 1891; further described as located between 31st and 32nd Streets on the oceanfront, and locally known as Unit 1, The Surf Village, 3135 Atlantic Avenue, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: ROBERT C. & PAMELA A. LITTLE – (BZA 2425 #15-09500001) at 6:10 p.m. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(3), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-95(1)(a) & (b) requesting variances to minimum yard requirements and minimum lot requirements of lot area and lot width in order to allow a resubdivision/lot line adjustment between adjoining lots. The site of the appeal is described as Lots 43 and 44, Block F, Oceanbay City Plat, further described as located at the point where S. Pacific and N. Pacific Avenues merge, and locally known as 629 S. Pacific Avenue, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: GEORGE HERRMAN – (BZA 2426 #15-09500002) Further information concerning the public hearings may be examined in the office of the Department of Planning and Community Development in City Hall. Alfred Harrison, Chairman Heather Stansbury, Attorney OCD-2/12/2t _________________________________

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PUBLIC NOTICES

ORDINANCE 2015-2 TOWN OF OCEAN CITY OPERATING BUDGET FISCAL YEAR 2015 Ordinance 2015-2 is scheduled for Second Reading by the Mayor & Council for the Town of Ocean City on February 17, 2015 in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 301 N. Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 BE IT ENACTED AND ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of Ocean City, Maryland, that the following fund revenue and departmental expenditures, together with certain restrictions and authorizations are adopted: General Fund

1ST READING

General Fund

1ST READING

AMENDMENT # 1

FY - 2015 A.

FY - 2015

Anticipated Revenue: Property Taxes

B. Anticipated Expenditures: $

Other Taxes

42,089,670

General Government

16,520,600

Public Safety

4,052,123 34,404,382

Licenses and Permits

4,098,062

General Public Works/Beach Maintenance

5,412,006

Revenue From Other Agencies

5,144,023

Sanitation and Waste Removal

5,606,434

Charges For Current Services

9,242,633

Highways and Streets

5,404,200

Fines and Forfeitures

660,000

Economic Development - Tourism

7,383,494

Other Revenue

541,409

Culture and Recreation

7,743,194

Debt Service Prior Year Reserves Total Revenue

2,469,584 $

80,765,981

5,220,163

Total Expenditures

75,225,996

To Transportation Fund

1,300,787

To Airport Fund

328,069

To Convention Center

1,520,710

To Vehicle Trust Total Revenue

80,765,981

and Other Financing Sources

Transportation

7,426,909 $

Capacity/Impact Fees

Wastewater

Airport

Course

4,461,254 $

1,770,900 $

12,490,920 $

1,072,563 $

2,112,462

89,964

157,080

State and Federal Grants

5,236,772

1,543,906

Food and Beverage Tax

1,170,000

Build America Bond Subsidy

128,710

111,168

292,068

2,140,328

806,276

20,784

1,994

0 7,628,041 $

1,300,787 11,290,881 $

1,520,710 8,145,844 $

0 13,582,986 $

328,069 1,421,416 $

0 2,114,456

Prior Year Reserves Transfer-In From General Fund Total Revenue Anticipated Expenditures: Personal Services

2,065,064 $

3,637,046 $

2,965,935 $

4,145,170 $

316,557 $

1,077,936

Non-Personal Services

2,907,333

3,486,060

1,601,417

3,770,748

895,882

1,026,752

Capital Outlay

1,912,600

4,167,775

80,400

2,014,239

66,000

743,044

3,398,092

3,652,829

142,977

9,768

Debt Service Transfer to General Fund Transfer to Reserves Total Expenditures

0 7,628,041 $

0 11,290,881 $

100,000 8,145,844 $

0 13,582,986 $

0 1,421,416 $

0 2,114,456

Information

Service

Vehicle

Risk

Pension &

Capital

Technology

Center

Trust

Management

OPEB Trust

Projects

Anticipated Revenue: Charges to Other Funds

9,779,555 $

Investment Earnings/Other

50,000

4,850,000

State and Federal Grants

Employee Contributions

1,795,000

Sale of Capital Assets/Contributions

129,709

75,000

1,985,026 $

Bond Proceeds Prior Year Reserves General Fund Contribution Total Revenue B.

Golf

Center

Anticipated Revenue: Service Charges

Convention Water

2,300,000 80,765,981

and Other Financing Uses

Enterprise Funds: A.

90,419

To Capital Projects Total Expenditures

4,808,233 $

2,243,297 $

2,291,711 $

17,921

25,637

255,427

347

0 2,002,947 $

0 4,833,870 $

90,419 2,718,852 $

987,993 $

1,749,690 $

0 2,342,058 $

0 16,424,555 $

2,622,321 2,697,321

0 $

Anticipated Expenditures: Personal Services

Non-Personal Services

0 $

257,074 $

1,014,954

3,084,180

744,352

2,084,984

480,000

Capital Outlay

1,974,500

Benefit Payments

5,930,000

Reserve for Retirement Benefit

10,014,555

Capital Projects Total Expenditures

0 2,002,947 $

0 4,833,870 $

0 2,718,852 $

0 2,342,058 $

0 16,424,555 $

0 2,697,321 2,697,321

Special Authorization - Budget Manager The Budget Manager shall be authorized to reallocate departmental appropriations among the various objects of expenditures as she deems necessary. Such changes shall be approved by the Finance Administrator & City Manager Restrictions - City Manager: A.

The utilization of any contingency appropriation shall be accomplished only with prior authorization from the Mayor and Council.

Utilization of appropriations established in the Capital Improvement Fund may be accomplished only with the express approval of the Mayor and Council.

Tax Rate: An Ad Valorem Tax Rate of $0.4704 per $100 of assessed valuation of real property and a rate of $1.29 per $100 of assessed valuation of corporate and personal property tax is required to fund this budget. INTRODUCED at a meeting of the City Council of Ocean City, Maryland held on January 20, 2015. SECOND READING of this ordinance shall be held at a meeting of the Mayor and City Council on February 17, 2015.

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Commentary

Federal rule threatens workshops for disabled

Now and then, and despite the frequent assertions of everyone who criticizes government in general as a sport, there does arise a government regulation that is truly stupid. Such is the case with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ rule on home- and community-based services. The objective of this rule is to integrate people such as the clients of the Worcester County Developmental Center into normal working society, rather than allow them to work at the center itself. The thrust of the federal argument is that workers in such facilities are wrongly segregated from the rest of society and generally earn less than the minimum wage. Sheltered workshops found to be in violation of this rule face the loss of Medicaid subsidies, among other things. But as noble as the government’s motives might be, the downside of this rule could be significant, since many of the workers at the these workshops are not necessarily employable in a mainstream setting. They can’t be thrust into the general workplace just because that’s what government officials want to happen. Here’s what the Worcester center says about itself: WCDC has served as a lifeline for adults with developmental disabilities – a bridge to friendship, work and independence. Our educational, social, vocational, and residential programs are designed to encourage self-reliance, achievement, and economic independence.” The key word in the above is “lifeline,” without which many of this center’s clients, and those in similar workshops, would not be able to feel the satisfaction of personal accomplishment. In addition, traditional workplace hiring is based on finding the right person for job, while the Worcester County Developmental Center can and does find the right job for the person. There is nothing wrong with that and it would be a shame to see it taken away, even if it is by a well-intentioned, but ridiculous rule.

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Rocking the love boat

By Stewart Dobson Editor/Publisher If you love boats, dead presidents and a particular person, this is your weekend. This is the holiday calendar version of a syzygy, which is not a clinical term for something that might occur on Valentine’s Day between two consenting adults, but is when three celestial bodies, such as the Sun, the Moon and Earth, form a straight line. In other words, everything comes together to create a bigger-than-routine deal. Consider, Valentine’s Day. By itself, it can be a semi-major event, or not. In my house, we celebrate by me not being annoying, which, I have been advised, involves not playing the drums on the arms on my recliner during TV shows, not sticking my finger in the dog’s ear during TV shows and saying, “Is that a squirrel in there, Crazy Eddie?” and not singing, “I wonder wonder who, who-whowho, who wrote the book of love?” As for President’s Day, which theoretically recognizes the birthdays of Washington and Lincoln, we don’t observe that at all, unless you count her giving me a picture of Lincoln via a five-dollar-bill and saying, “Why don’t you go out and get yourself something nice?” after my third rendition of “I wonder, wonder who …” The Seaside Boat Show, however, is a different matter. I do honor that tradition by going every year and lusting for whatever happens to be just beyond my price range, in which case I attempt to talk my boating friends into upgrading to something I want. “You know what we need?” I might say. “Something with a tuna door. Yeah, that would be perfect.” For those who don’t know what a tuna door is, it is a hatch on a vessel’s stern through which one pulls a fish that is significantly larger than what I catch.

For obvious reasons, my exhortations regarding the purchase of something larger, faster and with a tuna door are ignored, because my friends also must return home, where explanations why they just spent umpty thousand dollars on a new boat because I want a tuna door would not be well received. That would be especially so with Valentine’s Day occurring on the same day as the boat show. Suffice to say that coming home and offering, “But we really want something with a tuna door” would lead to a less than wonderful Valentine’s Day and more to a frosty day in hell. I am not suggesting that the lineup of these three events is a bad thing. Quite the contrary, because it used to be that February was the longest month of the year, no matter what the calendar says. Before the advent of the President’s Day Weekend and the boat show, February was so dreary that a friend and I spent weeks struggling to come up with a way to break it up so it might seem as brief as it really is. We summoned all our creative juices, on the rocks, and eventually produced a name for our event, if not an actual event itself. Unfortunately, being in a rural area and all, we found that living up to the title, “The Great February Jubilee” would be difficult because of the dearth of notable winter events, not counting sitting on peach baskets and drinking whiskey in the barn over at Jimmy Henry’s farm. “I know,” he said, “we can offer rides on Jimmy’s manure spreader. You sure wouldn’t want to do that in warm weather.” I think that’s where we left it. So, thank goodness for this busy weekend. It keeps me out of the barn, and all I have to do is not be my routinely annoying self. I wonder, wonder who …

Letters Punish, yes, but also embrace

Editor, I takes a village to raise a child, Berlin. The recent acts of vandalism in our beautiful town, while costly and cruel, are rare. The majority of our youth attend Blue Ribbon schools and grow up to be productive and enthusiastic members of the Berlin community. Many other towns seek to emulate what we have here, a thriving business environment, the pride, charm and friendliness of small town America. The children involved in spray painting graffiti on buildings and cars deserve to be punished, without a doubt. And then what? We have an opportunity here to show our strength and compassion as a community. The criminal justice system can be a slippery slope, especially for minors. What if we collectively decide not to let these children slip through the cracks of society? What if we undertake the challenge of mentoring, teaching and guiding our young people toward success and a happy life? Compassion is learned through actions, being loved and made to feel a part of a family.

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We all know that Berlin can rally citizens to help a friend in need in no time flat. We are so much better than the focus of several recent media accounts. All of us have done something regrettable in the past, faced the consequences of our actions and learned from our mistakes. Let us embrace the troubled children involved in the graffiti, show them that we care enough to help them seek redemption and set them on a path that is both positive and productive. Dee and Hannah Gilbert Berlin

Paper misses point of commissionerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vote

Editor, On your commentary page of February 6th, you totally missed the point of my vote on the excess spending of taxpayer money to a few landowners. You stated that from a private property rights point of view I might look at it differently. The fact is that I believe that those property owners should be able to sell their property or easements to whomever they like. If someone wants to buy them, so be it. I just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe that government should be interjecting itself with millions

of dollars into private property. This money, invested properly by the state, could be used for much more needed projects, like the Showell Elementary School for example. Some property owners will be getting hundreds of thousands of taxpayer dollars while the county struggles to find the money to alleviate overcrowding in our schools. Much of this property is already protected by wetland regulation, zoning and other regulations. These are all subjects for debate. As for taxpayer money going to landowners, I consider it to be a bonanza for few at the cost of hard working citizens of our county and state. The taxpayers are paying for this land, but are availed no use of it. Ted Elder County Commissioner District 4

Humane society enters second year of upswing

Editor, I am writing to share my joy about the Worcester County Humane Society. As an employee who has been at the shelter for four years, I have seen such a positive change in the past year, for the animals and the employees.

Page 94 We now have a team that works well together. New ideas are abundant and all are considered. We have a leader who cares not only about the animals and finding them good homes, but cares about the people who spend hours a day looking out for those animals. We work together, care about one another, share both triumphs and setbacks. We are growing in our effectiveness and learning from our mistakes. We do not have a perfect situation. The building is old. With some new ideas and changes, it looks better, smells better, and laundry is manageable. Sometimes we have community service workers who complete their hours and stay on. The atmosphere is positive. We are beginning our second year with a new director. If she can accomplish as much this coming year as she did the first year, the animals will be blessed. We have managed more adoptions than ever before. Fundraisers have been more successful than in the past. In the past year we have added PETCO, OC Pet Spa, and VCA to help with cat adoptions. The only way to continue the upswing is if we work together for the benefit of the animals. It is a team effort; egos cannot get involved. JeriLyn Holston Andrews Ocean City

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Holida ays & Specials Excluded

C.A.B. Delmonico, New w York Strips & Filets Filets 5-10pm

THURSDAY

FRIDAY & SA ATURD TU URD DAY

Lobster Lunacy

20 OFFF

5-7pm 1 Lobster $17.95 1lb.

Entrees 5-7pm m

SATURDAY

Dinner Menu enu Holida ays & Specials Excluded uded

SUNDAY

Breakfast Deluxxe Buffet Breakfast Buffet uffet 7am-10:30am

7am-1pm

Aduults $11.95 r Children 4-12 $8.95 95 3 & Under FREE

Adults $14.95 r Children 4-12 $9.95 3 & Under FREE E

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