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By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) Just days into the new year, the Ocean City Council has made one significant decision: filling the position of city manager.

At a Wednesday morning news conference, the council introduced Douglas R. Miller, the current city manager of Aberdeen, Maryland, as the resort’s new chief executive.

The formal announcement ended a nationwide search that spanned six months after former city manager David Recor resigned

during a closed council session in July to discuss his actions subsequent to a minor traffic accident.

“I can say with great confidence that I am the happiest person in this room right now,” Miller said at the press conference. “I’m extremely excited professionally and personally.

Professionally, because Ocean City is a unique government with its own set of challenges, and personally because we have very dear friends in the area.”

Miller, 60, was one of roughly a dozen candidates who interviewed for the position.

These semi-finalists were culled from a larger list of applicants compiled by Slavin Management Consultants, the search firm hired by the city last August.

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New City Manager Douglas Miller gestures toward Emergency Management Planner Bob Rhode, who, with other resort personnel, aided La Plata in 2002 after a tornado flattened portions of the town when Miller was its manager.

County backs bill to ease sprinkler regs

control to local government, for the upcoming session of the General Assembly. He emphasized that his measure is not about opposing fireBy Brian Gilliland fighters, who endorse the Staff Writer sprinkler law, but about (Jan. 8, 2016) The fight restoring local control of an over requiring fire suppres- issue that affects not only his sion sprinklers in single- and constituents, but also himself two-family residences isn’t as a builder. over, even though it has “I want to offer what ‘It’s not a Delaware been the law since 2012, recently when Gov. Martin O’- Democrat vs. passed,” Adams said.

Malley signed HB366 Republican “Give the buyer a quote requiring the systems to issue — it’s of what it would cost to be installed in new urban vs. install the sprinklers, homes. along with information rural.’

In addition, the from the fire marshal measure prohibited Del. Chris Adams and let the buyer delocal jurisdictions from cide for themselves.” exempting their towns and Adams said installing the counties from the law, as had potentially life-saving devices been previously permitted. placed builders under “excepBut now Delegate Chris tional burden,” and affected Adams (R-37B), representing home valuations, since there the mid-shore area, and oth- weren’t any comparable propers would change all that, and erties featuring the new he now has the support of the sprinklers.

Worcester County Commis“It’s not a Democrat vs. sioners.

Republican issue — it’s urban Adams has prefiled HB19, vs. rural. Some properties which would return some See EXPENSE on Page 5

Endorses restoration of local authority over law in rural regions

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The last big bang of Winterfest, the New Year’s Eve fireworks display at midnight, drew 7,500 people.

Winterfest’s big bucks, really Resorts’ ride in park generates hundreds of thousands in cash

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) Put up a few hundred Christmas light displays at Northside Park, add a

tram ride through the area, some hot chocolate, a gift shop and the next thing you know, you take in $650,000 in revenue.

While there is much more involved in staging the 46-day event, including months of preparation, setup and nightly operations, this past year’s

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Six-month executive search finishes with familiar face Continued from Page 1 The council met with Slavin representatives to look over applications and held a series of in-person interviews last month. A further narrowing of the list apparently took place in the waning days of December council and Miller accepted the position on Dec. 31.

“We went through the candidates and we were impressed with his knowledge of Maryland government.

Everywhere he’s served, he’s improved their financial situations,” Mayor Rick Meehan said. “I might be the second-happiest person in the room,” the mayor said, referring to his six-month tour of duty as acting manager during the time the post was vacant.

Miller, who became Aberdeen’s city manager in 2006, is a veteran of municipal management, having served 18 years as the manager of La Plata, Maryland before his move to Aberdeen. His relocation to the Maryland coast will not bring him to unfamiliar territory, as he also served as the town manager of Snow Hill from 1984 to 1988.

In addition, Miller acknowledged during the conference the role Ocean City played in helping him get the manager position in Snow Hill, his first in municipal government service.

“My career somewhat started in this building [City Hall]. When I was breaking into the business, then-city manager Tony Barrett and (the late) Kathy Mathias gave me counseling on how to get the job,” he said.

He later received a helping hand from the resort during his tenure in La Plata, when a tornado destroyed segments of the town’s center and residential areas in 2002.

“That tornado came through as the sun was coming down. And as the sun was coming up, Mayor (Jim) Mathias was literally at my front door saying, ‘We’re here to help,’” Miller said.

Ocean City provided materials and manpower to jumpstart the town’s recovery.

In Aberdeen, Miller also requested Ocean City’s help in personnel mat-

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ters. Then-police chief Bernadette DiPino served on Aberdeen’s search committee for a new police chief.

A Howard County native, Miller holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Roanoke College, and a master’s in public administration from the University of Baltimore.

During his career, he has served on the Maryland City and County Management Association and committees of the Maryland Municipal League.

“The biggest challenge right now is the learning curve,” Miller said.

“There’s more services and components to the city’s budget, and there’s more zeroes to the budget, but the next weeks would be about getting a feel to how the city operates.”

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New City Manager Doug Miller, right, mingles with other local officials after addressing the audience in the City Council chambers Wednesday. Also shown, from left, are Councilwoman Mary Knight, Mayor Rick Meehan, Councilman Wayne Hartman and Councilman Doug Cymek.

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Festival smashes previous records Continued from Page 1 fiscal territory, considering that Winterfest was budgeted to take in $490,000.

Even that, however, is a serious return considering tram ride tickets cost $5, with children under 11 admitted free.

Miller acknowledged that the almost spring-like weather of late fall and early winter was a major factor in drawing a record crowd, jumping from approximately 111,000 in 2014 to 126,924, by actual head count, in the 2015 edition.

“It was an awesome year,” he said later this week, “and I have to thank the patrons and everyone who comes back year after year. Because of them, Winterfest has been such a success and this year blew everyone’s expectations out of the water.”

Overall, the average number of riders per trip increased by five percent from last year and was 18 percent more than 2013.

The 127th Street display took guests on a 12-minute tram ride through 58 acres of more than 400 displays accompanied by holiday music. An average of 2,759 people rode through the park each night.

The record warm temperatures brought a new audience to Winterfest, ranging from residents to visitors from Ohio and Wisconsin, who had never been to the event, Miller said.

“In December, the average temperature was 54 degrees, it was 12 degrees higher than the same time last year and

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we had days where it was 70 degrees,” Miller said.

Attendance during the final weekend of the 23rd annual event had huge numbers, with 4,577 riders on Friday, Jan. 1, 3,484 passengers on Saturday, Jan. 2 but only 615 on the last night, Sunday, Jan. 3.

The biggest night overall was Saturday, Dec. 12, when 9,087 people visited the festival, Miller said. The cars were filled almost to capacity and lines were

‘The extra income from this year will go towards replacing displays while we prepare for the 25th anniversary in 2017.’

Ocean City Special Events Superintendent Frank Miller wrapped around the pavilion. Each tram can fit a maximum of 76 people.

“We averaged 70.99 people per trip on Dec. 12,” Miller said. “There were 128 trips taken that night with six tram cars. Every 2.5 minutes, another tram would take off. I had never seen anything like it.”

During the warm Thanksgiving weekend, a new attendance record was posted. Altogether 22,423 people visited the event from Wednesday, Nov. 25 through Sunday, Nov. 29.

For the fourth year, there was a fireworks display at midnight on New Year’s Eve at Northside Park. It was well attended with 5,543 people riding the Winterfest Express and an estimated 7,500 people coming out to join in the festivities, according to Miller.

Two deejays entertained the crowd and gave away prizes during the evening, including a Coca-Cola bicycle Boardwalk cruiser, until the fireworks started at midnight.

“We had a great crowd and kids loved seeing themselves on the large video screen,” Miller said.

Winterfest of Lights has a different layout each year to keep excursions fresh for returning visitors. Riders are challenged to find their favorite displays in new locations. The city’s crew began setup in early October to transform the park into a winter wonderland.

“Our goal is to continue to modify the experience for visitors to enjoy for years to come,” Miller said.

The tented pavilion was heated while visitors waited in line for their ride and included the Winterfest Village. Yukon Cornelius Gift Shop was filled with ornaments, stocking stuffers, souvenirs and holiday gifts. Hot chocolate and coffee could be purchased from the Ocean City Recreation and Parks Boosters. Visitors had the opportunity to take a photo with a classic Winterfest Express tram car or with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Currently, organizers are in the process of refurbishing displays including the 50-foot Christmas tree, which is 12 years old, Miller said.

“It costs a lot to put on a 46-day celebration with more than 400 displays,” Miller said. “The extra income from this year will go towards replacing displays while we prepare for the 25th anniversary in 2017.”

The Winterfest of Lights has won numerous awards and received an abundance of accolades throughout its 23 years. The American Bus Association named Winterfest of Lights one of the Top 100 Events in North America for 2014, an honor it also earned in 2013 and 2011. Maryland Life Magazine has voted it “Maryland’s Finest Holiday Tradition.”

The attraction was ranked No. 1 in 2008 on the Professional Travel Guide Editor’s Top 10 of the nation’s largest and best holiday lights displays. Winterfest of Lights was No. 2 in the country on “America Online City Guide’s Top 11 Lighting Displays.” It followed Disney-MGM Studios display in Orlando.

High hopes for Miller as new resort chief executive Continued from Page 3 Recor resigned on July 20. Recor had been recruited from a city manager position in Fort Pierce, Florida. in another search in 2012. His departure stemmed from his involvement in a minor accident in his city-issued vehicle on July 10.

Recor initially declined to submit to an alcohol and drug test as mandated by city policy. Although he did acquiesce, it was not until the end of the day. The test came back negative, according to reports.

The disregard of policy was seen as evidence of Recor’s disconnect with the city’s everyday operations, and elected officials found that the staff also had numerous complaints about his management approach.

According to city staffers, he would not return emails or phone calls when decisions had to be made, and staff meetings were often cancelled at the last minute.

Following Recor’s resignation, Meehan took over as the de-facto city manager as per the town’s charter.

In Miller, city officials believe they have found an experienced and wellgrounded executive with a good record of accomplishment.

“Miller’s a very respected, solid guy, and we believe he’ll serve with confidence,” Meehan said. “We’re looking forward to handing the book over to him and moving forward.”

Miller will begin his tenure as the resort’s manager on Feb. 8 with a $155,000 yearly salary.

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County capital improvement plan approved Worcester to spend $76 million over five years if all listed projects are backed

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) Though nothing is set until final approvals have been obtained during the annual budget process, Worcester County officials on Tuesday outlined their spending priorities for the next five years as they adopted a capital improvement plan that would fund $76 million in projects.

The county commissioners held a public hearing on the plan Tuesday and adopted it without comment

from the audience.

Public school projects, namely the Showell Elementary replacement school and an addition to Stephen Decatur Middle School, were among the most expensive entries in the plan.

Replacing Showell Elementary School had a budget set by the commissioners of about $37 million, of which $455,000 had been allocated in a previous budget. An addition to Stephen Decatur Middle School, expected to cost about $10.6 million total, is budgeted for another $4.4 million over the next five years.

A $2.6 million academic building added to Wor-Wic Community College was included, and the Berlin Li-

Expense versus safety at heart of fire control debate Continued from Page 1 have well water, so no city pressure.

Water lines freeze,” Adams said.

Joe Mitrecic, county commissioner representing Ocean City, agreed.

“I don’t think Ocean City will ever repeal their (sprinkler requirement) law, but we’ve had far more damage from broken pipes than fires.”

Commissioner Bud Church, a real estate broker, also said he’s seen the downside of sprinklers.

“I’ve had first-hand experience,” he said. Church described a scenario where he was showing a potential customer a piece of property, but with the addition of sprinklers, the prospective buyer couldn’t afford to make the purchase.

Commissioner Ted Elder said he saw the law as an assault on freedom.

“I want to do everything I can to promote safety and firefighters but I think there are some unintended con-

sequences,” of the law, Del. Mary Beth Carozza (R-38C) said. “I think the focus has been on local control but I want to learn other options.”

State Sen. Jim Mathias (D-38) voted for the bill in 2012, and continues to support it.

“I certainly don’t argue with conducting your own affairs in your own house, but the moment you call for assistance — when you ask for a firefighter, a policeman or a paramedic then it’s a public concern,” he said.

Mathias explained he’s seen sprinkler systems contain house fires in 30 seconds, and seen homes engulfed in flame in about two minutes. Mathias also said he’s seen cases in Maryland of Good Samaritans — people who rush in to help in an emergency — become casualties themselves.

“I’m for a tax credit or for some relief. I’d support that bill in a minute,” Mathias said.

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brary replacement branch is projected to cost in excess of $5.2 million, though the library is conducting some of its own fundraising that could contribute towards ongoing costs.

Public Works projects total about $17.3 million spread over three divisions: general public works, water and wastewater and solid waste. The lion’s share of the request, $11 millions’ worth, is for road paving and fixing potholes. According to Public Works Director John Tustin, the asphalt purchased could resurface between 25-26 miles of Worcester County roads.

Constructing a new county storage building in Snow Hill is the next most expensive public works project costing about $3.6 million. Two $1 million projects follow, a spray irrigation site for wastewater disposal in Newark and a renovation plus addi-

tion to the landfill administration building near Snow Hill. The administration building was constructed in 1990, Tustin said.

The final outlined public works project is the installation of a commercial water line servicing the Riddle Farm area, and is expected to cost $660,000.

Recreation and Parks requested about $2.3 million to acquire and develop land for Showell Park, though Recreation and Parks Director Paige Hurley said no progress has been made on the land acquisition deal.

The Worcester County Jail included a request of $10 million to replace its 30 year-old HVAC system and potentially save on oil and increase efficiency in the system. The project includes the replacement of 18 air handlers, ductwork, piping, pumps and controls.

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Officials examine West OC pedestrian, bicycle safety Wor. County staff to develop plan, state would shepherd process to receive funding

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) Mimicking the structure, if not the focus, of a similar meeting last year concerning inlet shoaling, Del. Mary Beth Carozza (R-38C) gathered state and county officials as well as staff to discuss both pedestrian and bicycle safety in West Ocean City on Monday.

A healthy portion of West Ocean City is contained in a rough square bordered by Golf Course Road to the east, Route 707 to the south, Keyser Point Road to the west and Center Drive to the north.

Most of these roads are, in the defined area, simple two-lane highways without medians or shoulders — some of the roads are bordered only by drainage swales and like many other pseudo-rural areas in the county.

Streetlights are scarce.

West Ocean City has to contend with summer crowds and a transient workforce every bit as much as Berlin, Ocean Pines and Ocean City do, but with significant drawbacks. First, it is neither an incorporated municipality like Berlin or Snow Hill, nor does it have the clout to act like a municipality, like Ocean Pines. Moreover, it is closer to the resort than anyplace else in Worcester County, so it also shares in the benefits and drawbacks owing to pride of place.

Housing is cheaper, which is attractive to both year-round residents and transient workers; both seasonal and year-round employment are available and travel to and from the workplace, be it in Ocean City or just around the corner, is convenient for the most part.

Convenient isn’t the same thing as safe, however, and West Ocean City residents voiced their concerns to Carozza, who organized the meeting.

County Commissioner Bud Church, who was in attendance, said he gets a call about the area “about every other week.”

Church’s opponent in the 2014 election, Michael Maykrantz, and Carolyn Cummins represented West Ocean City residents in the discussions with a number of state and county officials, including Secretary of Planning David Craig, Deputy Secretary of Transportation James Ports, Worcester County Administrator Harold Higgins, Public Works Director John Tustin and Department of Review and Permitting Director Ed Tudor.

The idea, Maykrantz said, was not for the county and state to install sidewalks everywhere, but to improve overall safety features especially at night and during the summer.

“We’re taking this tour now,” Church said, “but to get the real idea of what’s happening, we should be doing it at midnight in July.”

Another factor in the conversation was the advent of technologies such as Google Maps and GPS, which provide tourists with a working knowledge of back roads and potential shortcuts usually reserved for locals and those “in the know.” These technologies offer alternate routes and, in some cases, detailed traffic information that allows anyone in the area to try their luck with an alternate route on roads clearly not designed to handle tourist traffic.

Two things are hampering the effort: funding and zoning. Tustin said the overall decrease in county Highway User Revenue (which filters down from the state) over the past few years has kept the county on a “maintenance and infrastructure” footing — keeping existing roads operable and open.

Tudor said funding wasn’t the only issue, because the county zoning code doesn’t allow for much flexibility in future planning.

“Right of way — we just don’t have it,” Tudor said, and explained getting landowners to sell or donate easements had been attempted before in the area on another project that ultimately fell through.

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Carozza: new session, new budget Priorities include savings accounts for disabled, end of liquor control, veterans

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) Del. Mary Beth Carozza (R-38C) is gearing up for her second session of the Maryland General Assembly’s 2016 session, most of which, she admits, will be spent poring over Gov. Larry Hogan’s budget.

Carozza serves on the Appropriations Committee, which reviews legislation relating to operating and capital budgets, including the one submitted annually by the governor.

“The budget will take most of my time as a delegate. It’s extremely time consuming — my committee meets daily, and sometimes has both morning and afternoon sessions,” she said.

The goal, she said, was to “put our fiscal house in order while funding priorities.”

Her priorities, so far, have been in line with Gov. Hogan’s — Carozza is a staunch and vocal supporter of the governor.

She also serves on the Health and Human Resources subcommittee, which has oversight of two departments: Health and Mental Hygiene

and Human Resources and the Personnel subcommittee. Of the two, Carozza said the former takes more of her time and is spent working on Medicaid.

She is also a member of two caucuses: Veterans and Women. Last session, Carozza sponsored a bill, signed into law, to increase the percentage of government contracts awarded to veteran-owned busi-

‘The budget will take most of my time as a delegate. It’s extremely time consuming — my committee meets daily, and sometimes has both morning and afternoon sessions’ Del. Mary Beth Carozza nesses. This session, she said, time would be spent on ensuring the new law is having an effect.

“I’ll be working with [Secretary of Veteran’s Affairs] George Owings to make contact with individual agencies to ensure more contracts are going to veteran-owned businesses following the implementation of the bill. I want to make sure they’re increasing,” she said.

As for the Women’s caucus,

Carozza said she would be looking to identify bipartisan issues women legislators can support.

As for legislation, Carozza mentioned one statewide and three local initiatives she is developing.

First, she is working on a bill to allow people with disabilities to open savings accounts without affecting benefits, something that was impossible before recent changes in the IRS code, she said.

In practice, the accounts Carozza described would work similarly to the state-sponsored college savings plans.

Locally, Carozza said she was looking forward to working with the Worcester County Commissioners as they tackle dismantling the Department of Liquor Control, which requires changes at the state level to provide for liquor licenses to replace county-operated facilities.

Additionally, she reported working on a public safety issue with the Worcester County Sheriff’s office and the State’s Attorney’s office to clear up some jurisdictional matters. Finally, she said she was working with Ocean City’s Al “Hondo” Handy to get February designated “Maryland Sportsmanship Month.”

The General Assembly formally reconvenes on Wednesday, Jan. 13 at noon.

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“It’s a no-brainer,” Ports said.

The idea is, if safety features can be improved in the area surrounding the elementary school, residents and neighbors would be more likely to buy in to additional improvements as they become available through funding or establishing a right of way.

To pursue this goal, Church asked Tustin and Tudor if their departments could help formulate and deliver a pedestrian and bicyclist plan that could be submitted to the state.

Cummins said a plan had been developed before in 2002, but went nowhere. Officials offered consolation, but no assurances.

Ports said a new plan, once in state hands, could be referred to as grants or other programs become available.

If a Worcester County project fills a particular hole in the larger scheme, the plan would highlight that, and, if everything works as intended, funding would become available, using the state as a pass-through.

Carozza said she would keep the committee informed of progress. Future meetings on this topic are possible depending on the circumstances.

JANUARY 8, 2016

Mathias to focus on relationships during leg. session

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) State Sen. Jim Mathias (D-38) is heading into his second term in the General Assembly, and he’s coming armed with a number of prefiled bills, including a cost estimate and payment plan for a third bay crossing, allowing for a sales tax exception for utilities on homeowner-associationowned property and new carbon monoxide notification requirements.

Mathias is on a number of committees and subcommittees, including the executive nomination committee, finance committee, joint committees on ending homelessness and administrative, executive and legislative review, as well as the chair of joint committee on the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Critical Area and the select committee on the Eastern Shore. He is also a member of the Veteran’s caucus.

“I’m there to work on relationships.

There’s only one of me, but you need 24 in the Senate and 71 in the House — that’s what it takes. You can have the best legislation and lobbyists but you need the right relationships — that’s the No. 1 order of business,” he said. “Both branches have to collaborate — that’s the beginning, middle and end of what we do.”

Mathias maintains his roles on the executive nomination and administrative, executive and legislative review committees put him in the right place to foster and build those relationships.

“All the nominees come individually and collectively for vetting. It’s an exceptional position to be in at the start of a new administration. Instead of building a dialogue [with new appointments] we already know each other,” he said.

The access allows him to put the shore first in discussions, he said, including restarting the conversation about another bay crossing.

“It used to be a weekend concern, with the Bay Bridge and travel early and all that, but it’s every day now. Tourism, agriculture, Wallops Island, energy — everything comes across that bridge.

The world keeps moving forward,” he said.

Mathias noted that Virginia is “on the last legs of diligence” to get a parallel crossing of the Chesapeake Bay BridgeTunnel, a project he said is also making use of federal money.

“The bottom line is planning. We’re doing the work now that needs to come now,” he said. “It’s a smart bill. A vital bill. A critical bill.”

Mathias also said he was in favor of Worcester County’s efforts to dismantle the Department of Liquor Control, a cause he’s worked towards for a number of years.

“I promised I would get this done beginning in 2010, and I’ve got a good track record of working with the County Commissioners,” he said.

Mathias also plans to reintroduce legislation adding POW/MIA flags to all state buildings again this session.

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County releases minutes of ‘special session’ at MACo Commissioners discuss Route 50, liquor control, solid waste during meeting

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) With the release of minutes compiled by Assistant County Administrator Kelly Shannahan for a meeting held Dec. 10 at the Maryland Association of Counties conference in Cambridge, a detailed account of the public’s business conducted during a de facto closed session has emerged.

Ocean City Today was previously able to confirm discussions about the proposed replacement of Showell Elementary School during the session, but it appears a full review of the strategic plan established this time last year took place.

Apart from all seven county commissioners and Shannahan, a number of department heads and both current and former county attorneys were present, including County Administrator Harold Higgins, attorneys Maureen Howarth and Sonny Bloxom, Ed Tudor, director of development review and permitting, John Tustin, director of public works, Merry Mears, economic development director, Phil Thompson, treasurer, Jessica Ramsay, enterprise fund controller and Budget Officer Kathy Whited.

To begin the meeting, according to the minutes, a review of the Showell Elementary School replacement projects was conducted. The minutes confirm the existence of a subcommittee formed by Commissioners Jim Bunting, Chip Bertino and Ted Elder along with unnamed staff from both the county and schools, as well as unnamed representatives from the Board of Education.

“The subcommittee plans to remain involved during this phase of the project to ensure that the design process reflects a facility which will meet the budget and can therefore be approved by the County Commissioners to proceed with further design and construction,” the minutes read.

The minutes continue, stating the Commissioners “agreed,” without listing a vote outcome, “that the subcommittee should participate in the Educational Specifications and Schematic Design phases” for the project.

Next, Tudor was called upon to give an update on reviewing design guidelines and standards for commercial uses of the Route 50 corridor. The minutes note little attention has been paid to this topic in favor of other projects within the department. Examples of those projects include a new floodplain ordinance, new flood insurance rate maps and the solar power purchase agreement among others.

Tudor recommended the formation of a task force of no more than seven members comprised of a landscape architect, one building architect, one citizen, a member of the Planning

Commission, a member of the business community and Merry Mears.

After the formation of the task force, Tudor offered to facilitate meetings to achieve this goal.

Next, Bloxom outlined the exit strategy developed for the county’s Liquor Control Department. According to the minutes, county staff first developed the exit strategy in Feb. 2015, but waited until Dec. 2015 to release information about it to the public, when a “revised” version of the plan was presented.

As for the status of the plan, the minutes noted, “The Commissioners must provide guidance on how they wish to proceed with this initiative before staff can take further action. The financial viability of the Department of Liquor Control doesn’t look good for the future, no matter what the Commissioners do.

It therefore appears that eventually the County will be out of the liquor business and we either do it on our terms to lessen the impacts or have it forced on us whatever the cost will be.”

The minutes continued in a nautical vein.

“When the ship is in distress,” the official meeting minutes read, “and in danger of sinking, the crew must commit to either staying aboard to try to save it or abandoning ship to save themselves. Can’t be half in and half out!”

The minutes note the commissioners directed staff to only purchase the amount of liquor reasonably necessary to conduct wholesale operations through Sept. 30, 2016 and retail operations through June 30, 2017.

Next was Public Works’ turn to report on developing an efficient plan for solid waste operations. Director John Tustin proposed a number of possible solutions, from transferring the financial obligations from the enterprise fund to the general fund, to potential privatization or regionalizing solid waste operations.

Services on the enterprise fund, like parts of Solid Waste and the Department of Liquor Control, are expected to pay for themselves but are still county-run operations. General fund services do not share this expectation.

The commissioners, according to the minutes, directed staff to develop a more detailed proposal for transferring the financial obligations from the enterprise to the general fund, though no vote information was recorded.

Finally, Economic Development Director Merry Mears was asked to provide an update for the Pocomoke Area Industrial Park. Though noting accomplishments in securing broadband access among others, the minutes also stated “the lack of fundamental infrastructure that is critical for large operations will continue to stifle growth in the area.”

On Tuesday, during their regular session, the county commissioners unanimously approved these minutes without comment.

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Wor. County officials visit N.C. excursion train Great Smokey Mountain railroad foots bill for Polar Express themed ride tour

By Josh Davis Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) After spending a year and a half reviewing studies on a proposed excursion train that could run from Berlin to Snow Hill, six officials from Worcester County flew to North Carolina last week to see one in action.

The excursion operator was the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, based in Bryson City, and the officials were Worcester County Economic Development Director Mary Mears, Berlin Economic Development Director Ivy Wells, Berlin Town Administrator Laura Allen, Snow Hill Mayor Charlie Dorman, Snow Hill Councilmember Mike Pruitt and Snow Hill Economic Development Director Michael Day. Aside from being stranded at the airport on the way back, Day said the group had a “wonderful, wonderful trip” to the Tar Heel state, Dec. 2830.

Particularly, Day said, he was stunned by the crowds of people the train drew to such a “tiny little town,” even after the busy Christmas holiday.

“They were saying, ‘Oh this is

nothing,’” he said. “We met with a former mayor, chamber of commerce people, the director of tourism for that area, and they all said the train just took [the town] big-time over the top.

“They said in 2008, the stores were boarded up, there was a lot of empty space. Now, 2015, every space was rented and there was a waiting list to get in,” Day continued. “There were people everywhere, and this was a Monday and Tuesday after Christmas. It was just astounding.”

While the Worcester County delegation was in Bryson, the train ran three “Polar Express” trips and one standard excursion line each day. On every one he observed, Day estimated at least 600 passengers.

He and the others rode in both versions, as well as each of the three classes offers – first class, “crown class” and coach.

“There was a big difference in each class,” Day said. “The quality of the entertainment and the quality of what we were doing was obvious. And it wasn’t cheap – it was $62, $52 and $42 for adults, and then kids were about half that.”

Day said he was impressed that the railroad primarily used social media to market the train, suggesting that Worcester County, using a similar model, wouldn’t need a lofty advertising budget.

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The Great Smokey Mountain railroad leaves the station in Bryson City, N.C. Last week, officials from Snow Hill and Berlin traveled to see how the train operates.

In Snow Hill, a town still struggling after being hit especially hard during the recession, Day said he believed the train could help revitalize the once vibrant downtown.

Bryson City, with a population of approximately 1,400, is half the size of Snow Hill, and the surrounding county has a rural makeup similar to Worcester.

“You can tell it’s a very depressed area,” Day said. “Riding around, it wasn’t pleasant scenery at times because it’s a very poor, mountain region.”

The biggest problem of bringing a train to the area, he said, would be finding a way to get passengers from stations in Snow Hill or Berlin, using existing track infrastructure, into the downtown shopping districts of each town.

“Our issues will be how do we get

the people from the train station to downtown, and it might work – it might not,” he said, adding that a similar operation in Frostburg faced the same problem. “They’ve tried trolleys [and] they’ve tried different types of transit to get people there.

It’s just one of those things.

“That’s going to be our problem, but if we can get them into Snow Hill, I think that’s a big win,” Day continued.

Wells said that was not as much of a concern in Berlin, where the station would likely have a hub at “Berlin Falls” – the former Tyson’s Chicken plant on Old Ocean City Road that is to be converted into a recreational facility.

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“We would have to make sure that we had adequate parking, adequate restrooms, that the town wouldn’t lose it’s small-town charm,” Wells added.

During the trip, Wells said she focused on the economic impact of Bryson City, talking to shop owners and residents about how they were affected when the train came.

“I wanted to see the general condition of the town and the impact that all those people had on it on a day-today basis,” she said, citing concerns from parking to trash pickup. “It was extremely productive, and it goes to show you that you can’t make any decisions unless you actually see things for yourself.”

Wells said the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has already offered infrastructure grants, if the train were to run from Snow Hill to Berlin, but worried that the length of the trip would warrant an in-between station, potentially in Newark.

“It’s a long ride – the ride that we were on was only six-miles, and we were on the train for over an hour,” she said. “It’s not supposed to be meant for transportation – it’s supposed to be an enjoyable experience.”

While Wells said everyone was leaving all options open on a specific train operator, she added that no one wanted to see a competition emerge between Berlin and Snow Hill.

“I believe that the high tide raises all ships,” she said. “I think what’s good for Worcester County in general is good for all of us.

“I also don’t want to sacrifice the residents and locals for something that could be a huge impact on every-

day life here,” she added. “I want it to benefits are there, not just for the be the best possible situation for all – county, but for both of the towns as well.” for businesses and for residents.”

Allen said the town is already Allen said the tour, coming just as the town is preparing to take control adapting to a hefty increase in of Berlin Falls, gives Berlin the tourism, with sales at local shops up chance to start development there about 30 percent across the board during the last two years, and traffic “with a blank slate.”

“It gives us the opportunity to re- already coming in from Pennsylvania ally design something that meets the and New Jersey, as well as Baltimore needs of the folks that are riding on and Washington, D.C. “I could see the same thing hapthe train – not just the folks that are driving in their cars and leaving them pening with the trains,” she said. in the depot, but people who are “One of the reasons why I think it was walking up to the train from town,” so important to go on the trip was so she said. “It really crystalized the we could see first hand the potential need to pay attention to parking impacts. The key here is to design the system in such a needs as well as way that the negapedestrian access.” tive impacts are She said the goal ‘We’re all going to come mitigated and the was to link Snow Hill and Berlin with back together, meaning both positive impacts are amplified – that’s the train, but agreed towns and the railroad and really our chalwith Wells that an intermediate stop the state, and say, “where do lenge.” we want to go with this?”’

At the county might help operations.

Worcester County Economic level, Mears said Worcester has “That might Development Director stepped back after mean that some exMary Mears helping to fund two cursions run up studies on the ecofrom Snow Hill to a nomic impact of an location and back, and some run from Berlin to a loca- excursion train.

Her office, she said, would instead tion and back, and some excursions act as a conduit between Berlin and run the full length,” she said.

She said The Great Smokey Moun- Snow Hill, and would provide suptain Railroad provides a menu of trip port as needed.

“We have linkages with the state options, ranging from theme rides like “Polar Express,” to day trips to Department of Housing and Communearby towns, and even rides to white nity Development, which has shown interest in the project,” she said. water rafting destinations.

“What I could see us doing is, with “We’re kind of in between Snow Hill the train operator, creating a menu of and Berlin, so we facilitate discustrip options which would vary in sions along those lines, and also with length,” she said. “What’s great about the railroads.”

Mears also echoed the belief that this is there’s lots of potential opportunities, but we’re definitely focused everyone will benefit.

“We have so many amenities in on taking a collaborative approach to the train operation, working with the Worcester County and we’re a desticounty as well as working with Snow nation for lots of folks,” she said.

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Specifically, Mears said, the excursion could help narrow the large drop-off between the extremely profitable summers, and the less active “shoulder season.”

“There are all kinds of opportunities out there and I think that the folks that are looking into this – the town of Berlin and the town of Snow Hill – everybody is really working well together to do their due diligence and look at the operation as something that’s feasible for both towns together,” she said. “That’s incredibly exciting for me.”

Mears admitted the landscape was different in the rural mountains than in the rural coast, and suggested everyone involved take a few weeks to “process” the trip and apply what they learned to Worcester County.

“We’re all going to come back together, meaning both towns and the railroad and the state, and say, ‘where do we want to go with this?’” she said.

“I think we all need some time to review the trip in our minds – what did we like, what didn’t we like, what would work here.

“We just kind of need to let it process in our minds and then come back in a few weeks and see where we want to go,” Mears added.

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Telecoms want fiber only, PSC recommends Shore still has final mile problem for internet, basic telephone service remains

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) Though bound by “carrier of last resort� requirement in Maryland code, which mandates basic telephone service be provided to anyone who requests it regardless of the profit motive, telecoms — in this case Verizon — continue to push for fiber-only solutions within the state.

The local problem is an old one: large scale access is managed by one of the telecom giants, the middleman on the shore is the Maryland Broadband Cooperative and the so-called “last mile� provider, as in the one that runs cable from a network backbone to an office or residence, is no one in particular.

The rural character of the lower shore doesn’t translate into dollar signs for last mile providers and so the shore has been left to use perfectly serviceable but outdated copper wire for telephony and DSL-speed Internet access. Fiber optic cable, which transmits data via light, is capable of moving more data faster but also requires completely new infrastructure. “For many years, it’s been under-

stood that the lack of fiber is a hindrance to the economic development of rural Maryland,� Drew Van Dopp, vice president of Strategic Partnerships at the Maryland Broadband Cooperative said. “It’s more than just access to Netflix, but business, education, healthcare — it affects every aspect of the quality of life.�

Verizon, designated the carrier of last resort in the area, would nonetheless like to keep pace with its competitors like other telecoms such as Comcast or new players in the infrastructure game like Google. Verizon representatives did not respond to a request for comment.

According to a report released earlier this month from the Public Service Commission’s staff for board review, while deregulation of landline services has been successful so far, further deregulation should be delayed a while longer and total deregulation of the market is “premature,� owing to the concerns over basic copper service. “Copper replacement can only occur in areas where fiber deployment is already available, so no one who has connectivity should lose that ability going forward,� Tori Leonard, PSC spokeswoman, said. “While the latest FCC copper replacement orders do not provide additional incentives for fiber deployment in rural communities, none of these FCC or-

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ders should affect the ability for a customer to access the telephone network.�

So, Verizon can’t just pull up its wires and go home, but neither can it afford to roll out all new infrastructure across its service areas, or it already would have. “Our challenges are highways and getting into the last mile — there is no inexpensive panacea, but things have improved greatly,� Van Dopp said.

But, as both basic telephone service and residential Internet service use the same infrastructure, and as time and technology advance, it is the rural areas of the state, both east and west of the D.C.-Baltimore-Annapolis metropolitan area are and can legally be left behind.

Also partially responsible is the regulatory environment. Landline service is guaranteed by state law but Internet access and its associated framework exists largely in an unregulated environment. Verizon’s own testimony within the PSC report confirms users are moving away from the regulated services in favor of the newer, faster and unregulated technologies. “Verizon believes that the public has already chosen unregulated services as a viable alternative to plain old telephone service (“POTS�), as shown by the migration of customers towards wireless or fiber optic options,� the report of the public comments delivered to the PSC reads. “Furthermore, Verizon argues that alternative options are highly affordable, and points to the large number of adults living in poverty that currently rely on wireless telephones or other nonregulated services exclusively.�

That belief did not sway the com-

mission into releasing it from last resort requirements.

Also involved is the integrity of the copper system, which requires routine maintenance as well as upgrades and has been stated to be a point of contention between Verizon and the Communications Workers of America in published reports as they hash out a new contract. The president of the local chapter of the CWA, located in Salisbury, did not return phone calls seeking comment.

Fiber optic cable also has at least one drawback, as it needs electricity to run. Von Dopp said on their fiber network, each hub has a battery and propane-fueled generator backups.

But, Von Dopp explained, even if his system is up and running, a power outage affecting a particular home may also knock out the fiber connection.

Not every aspect of the situation is under the PSC’s jurisdiction, however, as Leonard pointed out. “The commission’s jurisdiction is limited to telephone (voice) service in the state, and the commission continues to ensure that all areas of the state have comparable access at comparable prices to voice service and 911 services. Internet access is not state jurisdictional pursuant to the Maryland statute,� Leonard said.

So while faster and more robust options are available in other areas of the state, the lower shore is protected from losing any more ground due to the reliance on outdated infrastructure.

The state will continue to enforce these protections so long as the market remains regulated, but the popularity and ubiquity of unregulated services in the market are working against those protections.

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Resort committee cultivates eco-friendly plan City ‘green team’ applying for Maryland sustainability certification this summer

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) Ocean City is sowing the seeds for a greener future and looking to reap the not just the ecological benefits but the financial ones as well by becoming a Maryland Sustained Certified municipality this upcoming June.

Through the University of Maryland Environmental Finance Center, communities looking to go green by implementing sustainable long-term practices can seek aid and technical guidance through the MSC initiative.

Approximately 60 municipalities are registered for the program, including Ocean City, which registered in April 2015. Certification is valid for three calendar years and can be renewed. The award is offered twice a year.

In the past year, the resort has been working on meeting requirements for the program, such as creat-

ing a “Green Team,” which in the resort’s case has been recycled from the Coastal Resources Legislative Committee.

That committee, which kept the council informed on environmental issues, was dissolved in 2010 along with all other commissions in 2010 when a new council majority took office with the intention of making government more public.

The council voted to reinstate subcommittees in February 2013.

When Gail Blazer, the city environmental engineer and former member of the Coastal Resources Legislative, earlier this year began looking to build a green team to register the resort for the MSC, she found a way to reinvent the wheel.

“I just wanted to recreate something we already had and I was going to pull the Coastal Resources team back together, but then I realized I didn’t have to,” said Blazer. She found the committee listed on the town’s commission list dated a year ago. “I didn’t even know it was re-established, there just wasn’t any action. Now we have a platform.”

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works. These include an energy-use audit, the stormwater management program and a pet ordinance.

“We have an action plan we created and … we figured out the lowhanging fruit things that the town does. We do have a couple things we’re working on, but they take a few years to them done, like a green school,” Blazer said. The Maryland Green Schools Program promotes environmental practices and awareness in public and independent schools from Pre-K to Grade 12.

Between documenting the resort’s eco-friendly efforts for certification and putting together a plan, the green team is still open to hear from the community.

While the green team is working on making Ocean City a sustainable practices town, it still serves as a committee for the city council.

“The green team is set up as the Coast Resources, but it’s the green team for the Sustainable Maryland.

But you could come to the committee if you wanted and had an environmental issue you wanted to take to the council,” Blazer said.

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The reinvigorated committee consists of approximately 14 — citizens, teachers and business owners — and meets on Tuesdays every other month, according to Blazer. Not all members attend the same meetings.

Besides adding the “green team” title to the committee’s name, Ocean City can earn points towards certification through taking actions in certain initiates that are recognized by the MSC. The minimum number of points a municipality must have is 150.

Comparatively, Berlin was the first municipality in the state to become certified, which it did in 2012, and was recertified in 2015 with 345, according to a SMC community report.

The town implemented programs such as offering free Wi-Fi in downtown, receiving a grant to make energy efficient changes to municipal buildings and launching a “Beat the Peak” program that encourages people to reduce energy and consumption costs.

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Multiple offenses Thomas Palenchar, 40, of Ocean City, was arrested on Christmas Eve for allegedly committing two burglaries and growing marijuana.

Video surveillance showed Palenchar break into a cooler in the back of a local restaurant to steal alcohol, energy drinks and meat on Dec. 23, according to the Ocean City Police Department.

The next day, OCPD was called uptown to another burglary where the suspect broke a window to enter the building before stealing and damaging several religious items.

That same afternoon, officers served Palenchar an arrest warrant for the restaurant burglary when they noticed the numerous stolen religious items from the second burglary and more than 35 marijuana plants inside the house, the report stated.

Palenchar was arrested and

He was seen by a Maryland District Court Commissioner and transferred to the Worcester County Jail on a $100,000 bond.

Wal-Mart theft A deputy from the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office arrested Jennifer Ewart, 34, of Berlin for allegedly stealing various personal care items totaling $107.91 from the Wal-Mart in Berlin on Jan. 3.

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charged with second degree burglary, two counts of fourth degree burglary, three counts of theft, malicious destruction of property, manufacturing a controlled dangerous substance, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and possession of marijuana.

Route 50 collision Addeline Schenk, 21, of Pittsville, Md., was arrested after allegedly striking an unoccupied vehicle on the shoulder of Route 50 on Jan. 6.

According to the report, the force from the collision disengaged a wheel of the parked car, sending it into the

road, where it was struck by another vehicle causing it to lose control and strike the guardrail.

Both drivers were unharmed in the accident.

Police reported Schenk smelled of alcohol and was arrested for driving under the influence after failing field sobriety tests.

DUI crash Lamar Palmer, 33, of Salisbury, was arrested in the early hours of New Year’s Day after crashing his car on Route 50, according to the Berlin Police Department.

Police said Palmer refused emergency medical services at the scene and was given a number of field sobriety tests.

Palmer was arrested for driving under the influence, submitted to a breath test at the barracks and was released to a sober party.

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Students learn to protect watersheds via Furnace Town Program provides hands-on, outdoor learning experiences

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) Worcester County sciences and social studies departments worked with teachers to develop a Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience (MWEE) for students at Furnace Town in Snow Hill this fall.

Utilizing a grant of $285,000 from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s B-WET Chesapeake grant program, Worcester County students were able to establish a fundamental understanding of the skills necessary to properly protect and restore local watersheds.

These MWEEs intend to provide an outdoor experience with hands-on learning to increase the students’ understanding of the science, history and math associated with becoming environmentally literate citizens, which will hopefully lead to well-informed environmental choices in the future.

The program at Furnace Town allowed students to ask questions about how the area works and required them to construct arguments to defend their interpretations.

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They also learned how to test for water quality.

The students were divided into groups and took water quality samples from 10 different stations. In the spring, students will return to Furnace Town and take additional water quality samples, which will be compared to results from the fall.

Students will also take a canoe trip on the Pocomoke River and complete a fauna expedition on the Prothonotory Bluebird Trail this spring.

Conclusions will be reported at the end of the year during a service learning and MWEE project completion celebration.

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OCDC receives $300,000 in grants from Md. Nonprofit will continue façade prog., demolish Royalton Hotel, go green

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development announced last week it will provide $300,000 to the Ocean City Development Corporation to continue its façade program, provide energy-efficient materials for its green building initiatives program and to demolish the Royalton Hotel through their Community Legacy Program awards and Strategic Demolition fund.

“The OCDC is very pleased to receive these three grant awards,” Executive Director Glenn Irwin said.

“The Maryland Department of Hous-

ing and Community Development has been a great partner in our downtown revitalization efforts in Ocean City.”

OCDC plans on using the $50,000 in façade program grant money to assist at least 10 downtown property and business owners to renovate the exteriors of their buildings.

“To date, this OCDC program has assisted 177 downtown property and business owners,” Irwin said. “As a result of this participation, the façade program is the OCDC’s most-popular and effective program.”

The program provides subsidies to property owners for exterior renovations of their buildings, which provides higher-quality housing stock for local families, while also boosting property values for tax purposes.

With $50,000 in grant funds, Irwin said the green building initia-

tives program would assist at least 10 business owners in the downtown area.

“This program can assist owners looking to install energy-efficient improvements such as Energy Star rated windows, doors and roofs,” Irwin said.

The $200,000 in demolition funds will be applied to the Royalton Hotel mixed-use project on Atlantic Avenue and will help to defray costs.

“The existing building has significant structural issues and needs to be replaced,” Irwin said. “The new attractive project will contain hotel rooms, commercial uses on the Boardwalk and employee housing units.”

The Community Legacy Program provides local governments and community development organizations with essential funding for important

projects and is Maryland’s initiative to stimulate investment in traditional downtowns all over the state. These projects strengthen local communities and support housing and homeownership goals, while attracting and retaining business, according to their blog.

Projects include improving commercial façades, greening and streetscaping activities, renovating historic buildings and rehabilitating properties in downtown areas.

Maryland’s program promotes neighborhood revitalization, affordable housing, tourism and economic growth.

“OCDC believes the high leverage ratios of private-to-public dollars seen in all of our projects has been instrumental in receiving DHCD grants for many years,” Irwin said.

DHCD announced a total of $11 million in Community Legacy Program grants, the Strategic Demolition fund and the Baltimore Regional Neighborhoods Initiative to 79 projects in 19 counties and Baltimore City.

“This funding is also available to local governments and nonprofit community development corporations, who many times are working with private entities and other partners invested in Maryland neighborhoods and focused on creating jobs and housing opportunities,” according to their blog.

Several other municipalities in Worcester County received funds from the Community Legacy Program awards and Strategic Demolition fund this year. Berlin’s Façade Renovation Program received $50,000 for business owners and residential properties. In addition, Snow Hill was awarded $125,000 to improve the physical appearance of commercial and residential buildings.

Snow Hill also received $100,000 in demolition funds for infrastructure needs at the Mason’s Opera House.

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Wor. County, OCDC agree on model block tax plan

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) In 2011, the Ocean City Development Corporation, the nonprofit entity concerned with the redevelopment of downtown Ocean City, entered into a three-year tax reimbursement deal on a property with Worcester County, and on Tuesday the commissioners inked a similar five-year plan for the model block project.

Since at least 2006, the OCDC has been gaining control of properties piecemeal between Philadelphia and Baltimore Streets to establish a model block — a template for how the OCDC wants redevelopment of downtown properties to take place in the future. Two parcels on the block are not city or OCDC owned.

The project goal is a mixed-use commercial/residential space on the more than 35,000 square feet of space contained on the block. Of the 11 parcels under OCDC control, only one is owned by the nonprofit, the rest are owned by the town of Ocean City.

City property is exempt from county taxes, but not OCDC property. One of the smaller lots, parcel 2562, has frontage on Somerset Street and is OCDC’s land. According to County Treasurer Phil Thompson, the tax burden for this property is $655.50 annually.

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Glenn Irwin, director of the OCDC, said the organization and the resort have executed a memorandum of understanding that includes provisions for a land swap for OCDC and city-owned model block properties. It also includes a grant to the development corporation to cover property taxes for the next five years, or the properties are transferred to “a redevelopment interest,” whichever comes first.

Simply put, Irwin wants the county to do the same.

“In total, the potential grant based on current assessed land values and tax rate is $23,078.58 annually,” Thompson wrote in a memo to the commissioners.

This estimate does not factor in structures on the lots, which were recently demolished.

While the strict letter of the deal sets the timeframe as not to exceed five years, Irwin said he doesn’t think it will take a developer that long to complete the project. The five-year number, he continued, was to limit return trips to the commissioners for extensions.

The commissioners agreed with the plan, and voted unanimously to accept the deal. With the accord now in place, once Ocean City transfers ownership of the remaining properties to OCDC, Irwin said he could pursue requests for proposals from developers to construct the model block.

“It’s going to be the jewel of downtown one day,” Commissioner Joe Mitrecic said.

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(Jan. 8, 2016) The Town of Ocean City has another award to add to the trophy mantle. Google recently named the resort town the 2015 eCity of Maryland award winner.

The Google eCity Award recognizes the strongest online business community in each state, according to Google’s website.

“We know that more than 50 percent of people get information online. Our local business owners do a great job connecting virtually with our visitors and our residents to promote all of the wonderful things Ocean City has to offer,” said Ocean City Mayor Richard Meehan.

“This is a terrific honor and another positive example of how our community is thriving, both online and off.”

This is the second eCity award for Ocean City, who also received the award from Google in 2013. The company worked with Ipsos, an independent research firm to analyze the online strength of local small businesses in cities in all 50 states, according to Google. The city with the highest scores in each state was designated a 2015 Google eCity.

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‘Water sports’ definition declared too fluid City planning commission agrees zoning regulation needs more clarification

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) Jet ski and water slide users can see the distinction between the two activities, but where Ocean City laws are concerned, the line is still a bit blurry.

The city’s Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday spent time examining a proposed amendment that would clearly define what “water

related recreational activities” are: amusements that involve water or actual watercraft.

The difference, attorney Pete Cosby told the commission, is that the “water related” label can be too broadly interpreted and venture into territory where the city has no jurisdiction.

He, with the support of Zoning Administrator Blaine Smith, proposed an amendment to the zoning code that would define water-based activities as those that operate on tidal waters – including Wave Runners, Jet Skis, sailboats, paddleboards and

sailboats.

“I thought it was the easiest and least intrusive way to define ‘water related recreational activities’ and exclude the kind of devices that have to be in a recreational environment,” Crosby said.

If the amendment is adopted, devices that fall under the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation’s amusement rules – like water slides – would be kept in the city’s amusement overlay districts.

The city’s code uses the ‘water-related activities’ term throughout the text, but only provides examples of

‘Rainy day’ at Snow Hill courthouse Sewage ejection pumps activate simultaneously in 2014 ruining break room

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) There is such a thing as too much power when it comes to sewer pumps, as county officials learned in 2014, when an overhead sewer pipe burst after two five-horsepower pumps activated simultaneously and sent more … material … through the pipes than they could

handle.

The result was not good and this week the county commissioners approved the replacement of all the sewage pumps at the courthouse and Government Center to avoid that sort of thing in the future.

“This event caused extensive damage in a staff break room, as the line was routed overhead and the equipment did not have alarm notification components to alert emergency responders,” Public Works Director John Tustin wrote in his equipment replacement request.

Tustin said the break room was occupied by county employees at the time of the pressurized backup of untreated effluent.

The equipment servicing the courthouse, Tustin said, are “sized similarly to the Worcester County Jail,” which serves twice as many people as the courthouse.

Two sets of two pumps dating from 1964 and 1984 are being replaced, as well as two pumps serving the Government Center dating from 2001.

The total cost of the replacement, according to Tustin, is $29,560.

what those devices are under offstreet parking regulations.

The need to write a hard definition arose a few months ago when an applicant went to the city’s Board of Zoning Appeals to determine if water recreation activities were permitted in the manufacturing district. The resident wanted to install a FlowRider, which simulates surfing in a controllable environment.

“The Board of Zoning Appeals determined by right they could have the FlowRider under the terms of the zoning code when you use the words ‘water-related recreational activities,” because it was water-based,” Smith said.

When an appeal was to take place in circuit court, the applicant wanted to move the slide to 45th Street Village, a SC-1 shopping district, where “water-related recreational activities” are treated as a conditional use, Smith said. The intent of the code in those circumstances, however, was to regulate watercraft operations, not amusement rides such as waterslides or surfing machines.

At the same time, the state, not the city, licenses amusements and requires them to be located in amusement parks.

The commission agreed the current code entry is too fluid and agreed to set a hearing on the proposed text change.

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OBITUARIES M. SEAN FISCHBECK Port St. Lucie Sean Fischbeck, 44, passed away on Dec. 21, 2015 in Port St. Lucie, Fla. Sean was born in Baltimore and lived in Port St. Lucie for the last two years, coming from Ocean City, Md. It is with great sorrow that we must share the news of the sudden passing of Michael Sean Fischbeck, PGA. Sean Fishbeck Sean joined PGA Golf Club last year as an assistant golf professional and quickly became an integral part of our team.

Always eager to help members and guests alike, he embodied all that makes a PGA professional such an honorable career and PGA Golf Club such a special place.

A PGA member since 1994, he began his career as an assistant golf professional at Turf Valley Country Club in Ellicott City, Md. Sean was a head golf professional for more than half of his 21 year tenure as a PGA member.

Recently, Sean was promoted to tournament and events manager at PGA Golf Club. In perfect Sean fashion, he embraced this new opportunity with humility and overwhelming excitement.

Sean’s love for the game, fellow staff members, club members and junior golf development was undeniable. His professionalism, warm personality, sense of humor and admiration for his family were evident to all who knew him. Sean was truly one of a kind.

Sean enriched the lives of everyone who had the good fortune to meet him.

He will be deeply missed.

He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Dana Marie Fischbeck of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; daughter, Devan Marie Fischbeck of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; sister, Kathryn Morris of Havre De Grace, Md.; mother and father, Michael and Jane Fischbeck of Havre De Grace, Md.; mother-in-law and father-in-law, James P. and Dolores M. Craig of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; sister-inlaw and brother-in-law, Erin M. and

Michael McCollough of Ocean City, Md. He was preceded in death by his oldest daughter, Mary Marie Fischbeck.

Memorial contributions may be made to: St. Anastasia Catholic School, 401 S. 33rd Street, Fort Pierce, Fla. 34947.

Additionally, an account at PGA Golf Club has been established in his memory to assist his family during this difficult time. A Memorial Golf Tournament will be established at PGA Golf Club, details to follow.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Monday, Dec. 28, 2015 at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Fort Pierce, Fla. Inurnment followed at Rolling Oaks Cemetery, Port St. Lucie, Fla. To share a memory, send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Michael Sean Fischbeck please visit www.haisleyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/M-Fischbeck.

MICHAEL WITT Ocean Pines Michael Witt, age 76, of Ocean Pines, formerly of Alexandria, Va. and Arlington Heights, Ill., passed away on Dec. 27, 2015 following a brief illness.

Born in Chicago, he grew up in Alexandria, graduated from the University of Richmond where he was an SAE. Michael was a six-year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps stationed in Quantico, Va. Moving to Ocean Pines in 2001, Michael was a member of the Tincuppers, the Geezers and the Sinepuxent Gun Club.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Carole Martin. He leaves behind Dian, his wife of 52 years, his son, Michael Witt, Jr., nieces, nephews, cousins and a multitude of cherished friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Wounded Warriors Program, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kan. 66675.

Letters of condolence may be sent to the family at www.BurbageFuneralHome.com.

LOWELL FRANKLIN “GUS” EGGERT Ocean City RADM Lowell Franklin “Gus” Eggert, USN Retired, died on Sunday, Dec. 27, 2015 at his home in Ocean City.

Born in Milwaukee, he was the son of the late Frank John Eggert and Caroline Heppert Eggert.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Dolores Conlin Eggert, Gus Eggert and children, Christopher Eggert and his wife, Karen, of Huntington, Md., Michael Eggert of San Francisco, Ca., Martha McWatters and her husband, Bernard, of Coronado, Ca., Kathleen Lucero and her husband, Joe, of Columbia, Mo., Frank Eggert of Arlington, Va., Peter Eggert and his wife, Amy, of Brookfield, Wis., and Gussie Sholtis and her husband, Tom, of Berlin, Md. There are 11 grandchildren, Katherine Loeffert, Capt. Brendan McWatters, USMC, Quinn McWatters, Shannon Hill, Jessie Lucero, Heidi Eggert, Kyle Hill, Lilly Eggert, Mariah Lucero, Annie Eggert and Mdn. Caleb Lucero, and five great-grandchildren, five nieces and two nephews.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Corinne Herrmann.

Admiral Eggert graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1952, served two years on the aircraft carrier USS Valley Forge (CVA-45), then reported to Pensacola Florida for flight training, earning his designation as a naval aviator on Dec. 23, 1954.

He was assigned to Fighter Squadron VF-62/VA-106,(the Gladiators), completing several Caribbean and Mediterranean cruises. After graduation from the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School, Gus served as an Ordinance Test Project pilot and later as a Test Pilot instructor. Subsequent sea tours included Air Operations officer on the staff of the U.S. Second Fleet and operations officer.

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Gus returned to the U.S. Naval Air Test Center and served as the deputy director and chief flight instructor at the U.S. Navy Test Pilot School. He then returned to combat as the commander of Carrier Air Wing Nine (CAG-9) deployed aboard the aircraft carrier USS Constellation (CVA-64), leading his Air Wing on extensive combat missions including the largest air-to-air engagement of the war.

Air Wing Nine was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation under his leadership and produced the only U.S. Navy Aces of the Vietnam War. He was awarded the Navy Cross. His subsequent command assignments included command of the USS Denver, LPD-9, and command of the aircraft carrier USS Constellation (CV-64) in 1974. Admiral Eggert served as Commander Fleet Air Western Pacific, (COMFAIRWESTPAC) in Atsugi, Japan from 1977-1979.

He retired in 1983 after serving as the inspector general, United States Atlantic Fleet and Atlantic Command, but he remained active with the Navy, serving as the president of the Board of the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum Association in Lexington Park, Md. His awards include: The Navy Cross, Distinguished Service Medal, Silver Star, Legion of Merit “V” (two), Distinguished Flying Cross (five), Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal and (28) Combat Air Medals.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the United States Naval Academy Chapel in Annapolis, Md. on Friday, Jan. 15, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. RADM Eggert will receive full military honors and will be interred at the USNA Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a donation in his memory may be made to: Patuxent River Naval Air Museum Association, 22156 Three Notch Road, Lexington Park, Md. 20653.

Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

EDWARD R. BERGMARK Ocean Pines Edward R. Bergmark passed on Dec. 22, 2015 in the loving embrace of his family.

Born March 14, 1925 in New York, Ed served in the U.S. Army in WWII and graduated from Syracuse University.

He raised a family with his wife, Marie Louise, in Northport, N.Y., then moved to Beckley, WVa. and finally to Ocean Pines, Md. Ed was lifelong learner. A true renaissance man, he was a skilled and passionate architect by profession and a valued asset to every community to which he belonged. Ed designed buildings and landscapes by trade.

Influenced by his Swedish heritage, his designs reflected the graceful balance between nature and the man-made world and his buildings reflected the people who lived and worked in them.

He shaped lives and people by example and was loved by all. Songs were a lifelong form of joy and prayer to be enjoyed

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with choir, family and friends.

Ed was widely known for his integrity and optimist spirit. His sense of adventure and culture led Ed and his Edward Bergmark wife on trips throughout the world. Ed was creative, gentle, playful and devout, and will be missed beyond words by his family.

He leaves behind his wife of 65 years, Marie Louise Bergmark; son, David Nels Bergmark; daughters, Christine Louise Bergmark and Jocelyn A. Jemison; sonin-law, Brett Grohsgal; granddaughter, Allesandra Bergmark; son-in-law, Colin Jemison; daughter-in-law, Terry Bergmark; grandson, Joseph Bergmark and family, Hilary and Ian, and grandson, David Bergmark and wife, Jennifer.

Ed had been a member of the American Institute of Architecture, barbershop groups and choirs, Kiwanis, and St. John Neumann Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society would be appreciated. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. John Neumann Roman Catholic Church, on Friday, Jan. 8, 2016 at 11 a.m. Rev. William Mathesius will officiate.

Visitation with the family will precede the service at the church at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Garden of the Pines in Berlin.

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JEFFREY S. TWOMBLY Selbyville Jeffrey S. Twombly, “JT,” age 52, who was born on Aug. 19, 1963, passed away on Dec. 24, 2015 at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin.

Born in Hagerstown, Md., he was the son of the late William Twombly and Ellen “Jane” Davis Twombly.

He is survived by his sister, Amy Mittelman and her husband, Jeffrey, niece, Melissa and nephew, Kevin.

Mr. Twombly was the warehouse manager for Mike’s Carpet Connection in Fenwick Island. He enjoyed fishing, crabbing, trivia, reading, music and his beloved cat.

A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016 at 1 p.m. at the Showell Fire Department, 10327 Shingle Landing Rd., Bishopville, Md. 21813.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Worcester County Humane Society, 12330 Eagles Nest Rd., Berlin, Md. 21811.

Letters of condolence may be sent to the family at www.BurbageFuneralHome.com.

BARBARA ANN WIMBROW Berlin Barbara Ann Wimbrow, age 61, who was born on Jan. 4, 1954, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2015 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury.

Born in Salisbury, Md., she was the daughter of Winifred J. Riley and the late

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In addition to her father, she is predeceased by a daughter, Lindsay Ann Wimbrow, her sister, Patsy Elaine Whitlock and her beloved Rottweiler, Santana.

She was retired from Piedmont Airlines and enjoyed her time working at the Crab Shack. Barbara enjoyed camping, shopping and giving to others, being with her three grandsons and was also a very talented cake maker and designer.

She will be sadly missed by all the lives she touched. A funeral service was held on Dec. 28, 2015 at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Interment followed at Bowen Cemetery in Newark, Md. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Barbara Ann Wimbrow Memorial Fund, C/O Taylor Bank, 24 N. Main Street, Berlin, Md. 21811.

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Worcester Prep boys’ team tops Gunston, 63-31

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Jan. 8, 2016) After trailing during the first quarter Wednesday night in Berlin, the Worcester Prep boys’ basketball team started to turn things around in the second quarter and built on its lead in the second half to win 6331 over the Gunston Day Herons.

“Sometimes it takes making a couple shots to get us loose, but we didn’t hit our shots in the first quarter,” said Prep Coach Keith Geiger. “We also pressed in the first quarter and got a couple fouls.”

Gunston held an 8-7 advantage after the first quarter.

Sophomore Sam Cantello cut Gunston’s lead to two points (11-9) early in the second quarter. Seconds later, he intercepted a pass and tied the score.

Cantello grabbed a loose ball shortly after, made his lay-up and drew a foul.

He missed his free throw, but Worcester led 13-11.

“Sam went on a nice little run,” Geiger said. “He got some steals off our [defensive] trap. He has super fast hands.”

The Herons tied it 13-13, but the Mallards then went on a 8-0 run to pull ahead 23-13. The Prep team led 23-17 at halftime.

“Wyatt Richins came off the bench, took control and made a big impact,” Geiger said. “He gave use a spark of energy.”

Richins, a senior captain, was sidelined for a few games with a thumb injury and has slowly worked his way back onto the court.

Geiger moved sophomore Tucker Brown to the top of the key in the third, where he shot with more confidence, the coach said. He hit two threes in the third and one in the fourth.

At the end of the third, Worcester was on top 47-25.

“We just wore them down eventually with our full-court press,” Geiger said. “Every guy can come in and go on a run, score points and step in if someone is having a bad game.”

Brown was Worcester’s top producer with 19 points – nine of which he netted in the third quarter – along with seven rebounds and four assists. Cantello chipped in with 12 points and five steals. Richins tallied 10 points and six rebounds. Senior Charlie Pritchard pulled down eight rebounds and scored two points.

“We’re going to use our press more.

That’s how we get going and it wears other teams down,” Geiger said. “In the last couple games, the times when we play best is during our press. The more

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Worcester Prep sophomore Tucker Brown (23) and junior Tate Shockley battle with a Gunston Day player for a rebound during Wednesday's game in Berlin. Worcester won 63-31.

Stephen Decatur (STDE) 69 Wicomico (WICO) 10 106: Robert Kaminski (STDE) pinned Cade Stone (WICO) (1:24) 113: Josh Lawson (STDE) win by forfeit 120: Jeremy Danner (STDE) win by forfeit 126: Carl Echols (STDE) 6-5 decision over Bryan Rangel (WICO) 132: Robert Scafone (STDE) win by forfeit 138: Aiden Nichols (STDE) pinned Noah Lawson (WICO) (2:17) 145: Adam McInerney (STDE) pinned Jared Labarr (WICO) (3:15) 152: Jake Schertz (WICO) 14-0 major decision over Gabriel Kim (STDE) 160: Brett Kim (STDE) win by forfeit 170: Tyler VanSice (STDE) win by forfeit 182: Caleb Bourne (STDE) win by forfeit 195: Isaac Lawson (WICO) pinned Gavin Payne (STDE) (1:05) 220: Solomon Efergan (STDE) win by forfeit 285: Jian Joobeen (STDE) pinned Abraham Cervantes (WICO) (2:54)

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Worcester Prep junior Patrick Petrera dribbles to the basket during Wednesday's game against Gunston Day in Berlin.

we play the better we’ll get at it.”

The Salisbury Christian Jaguars will travel to Berlin today, Friday, to play the Mallards at 7 p.m. To come away with a victory, Geiger said the Mallards must limit their opponent to less than 40 points. Worcester also needs to contain Salisbury’s leading scorer, Joey Choquette.

“We need to hold him to less than

20 points and play good defense on the other guys,” Geiger said.

On Monday, Worcester will host Nandua at 5:30 p.m. The Warriors won the Dec. 2 game 60-46 over the Mallards in Onancock, Va. “We’re definitely the underdogs,” Geiger said. “They have a couple big kids. I think we can hang with them and give them a good game.”

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Jan. 8, 2016) Wednesday’s wrestling meet in Salisbury between Stephen Decatur and Wi-Hi only lasted about 40 minutes, with the visiting Seahawks coming out on top 69-10.

Junior Robert Kaminski started things off for Decatur with a pin at 106 pounds. Wi-Hi forfeited the next two matches –113 and 120 pounds– to junior Josh Lawson and sophomore Jeremy Danner, respectively.

Trailing going into the third period, Decatur junior Carl Echols, who is battling a sore knee, pulled out a 6-5 victory in his 126-pound match.

“He came back to win. It was a solid effort,” said Decatur Coach Todd Martinek.

Wi-Hi forfeited the 132-pound match to Decatur senior Robert Scafone. Sophomore Aiden Nichols, competing in his first varsity match, nearly pinned his 138-pound opponent in the See DECATUR Page 28

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Lady Mallards’ defense leads team to 33-8 win over Herons

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Jan. 8, 2016) The Worcester Prep girls’ basketball team stepped on the court Wednesday for the first time since Dec. 16 – the date of its last competition before the Christmas break – and the Lady Mallards were a little rusty. “We haven’t played in almost three weeks. We had a couple practices here and there [over the break],� said Prep Coach Scot Dailey. “The kids were a little out of it when they got here the last couple days, trying to get back into the flow of things and being at school.�

The Mallards outscored the Gunston Day Herons 12-4 in the first quarter Wednesday night. Worcester added 11 points in the second quarter and held the Herons scoreless to go into the halftime break with a 23-4 advantage. After three quarters the home team led 27-4.

The Berlin squad pulled ahead 33-4 before Gunston scored a foul shot with 1:56 left in the game – its first point since the opening quarter. The Herons then hit a three with about a minute on the clock.

Worcester won 33-8. Leading the

Mallards was junior Karlie Southcomb with eight points, four steals and two rebounds. Junior Leigh Lingo tallied six points and three steals, and junior Melissa Laws scored five points. “We didn’t play awful. We played pretty good defense. We started to want to foul too much early in the game and then we started to use our feet and beat them to the ball,� Dailey said. “Offensively, we’ve just got to get better. We missed a bunch of lay-ups and looked lost sometimes with the ball. Hopefully, we’ll chalk that up to being off.�

The Mallards will host the Salisbury Christian Jaguars today, Friday, at 5:30 p.m. “I expect for us to come out Friday night and play well. Then we have a tough stretch next week,� Dailey said. “We’ll be at Nandua on Monday trying to avenge one of our losses this year, then we added a game on Wednesday at home against Sussex Tech, a pretty good team from Delaware. Then, we’re at Saints Peter & Paul for hopefully an undefeated showdown between the schools next Friday night.�

After adjustments, Decatur plays better in second half

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Jan. 8, 2016) The Stephen Decatur boys’ basketball team started off a little slow during Tuesday’s game against the Snow Hill Eagles, but the Seahawks prevailed, winning 81-41. “We were a little sluggish. I was not happy with the start of the game,� said Decatur Coach BJ Johnson. “At halftime, we made some adjustments and played better in the second half.�

Decatur led 13-11 at the end of the first quarter. The Seahawks increased their advantage in the second and went into halftime on top 39-20. “We need to come out ready to play from the start. I told the boys ‘you have to be ready to go at all times. We have lofty goals and if we want to obtain them

we can’t continue to play like this,’�

Johnson said. “The second half was better. I think our message got across. They responded to the halftime pep talk.�

Decatur outscored Snow Hill 21-4 in the third quarter to pull ahead 6024, and went on to win by 40 points.

Senior Torrey Brittingham led the visiting Seahawks with 21 points and 13 assists. Junior captain Keve Aluma scored 13 points and had 11 rebounds.

Ja’Quan Johnson, a junior, chipped in with 16 points.

On Tuesday, Decatur will travel to Mardela to play the Warriors at 4 p.m.

Two days later, the Seahawks will host the Parkside Rams at 5:30 p.m. “We don’t look past anyone,� Coach Johnson said. “You can be beaten on any night so we don’t take any team lightly.�

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Worcester Prep junior Karlie Southcomb pushes the ball up the court during Wednesday's game against Gunston Day in Berlin. Southcomb scored eight points in Worcester's 33-8 win.

Decatur wrestling squad to compete in Iron Horse Duals Continued from Page 27 first period. Martinek said Nichols eventually wore his opponent down and earned a pin with a successful half nelson 17 seconds into the second period. “It’s been a long week for him,� Martinek said of Nichols. “He fought through adversity. I was proud of Aiden.�

Nichols’ family lost their Berlin home and nearly all of their belongings to a fire last Saturday. A Go Fund Me page has been set up for the family at www.gofundme.com/yhhgfna4.

In the next match, Adam McInerney, a junior, pinned his 145-pound opponent to give Decatur a 39-0 lead.

Wi-Hi recorded its first win with a 14-0 major decision at 152 pounds. The Indians forfeited the next three matches – 160, 170 and 182 – to Decatur seniors Brett Kim, a team captain, and Tyler VanSice and sophomore Caleb Bourne, respectively.

Wi-Hi won its second and final match scoring a pin at 195 pounds. The Indians then forfeited the 220-pound competition to Decatur junior Solomon Efergan.

Decatur junior captain Jian Joobeen wrapped up the meet with a pin at 285 pounds. “Jian lost to [Abraham Cervantes] last year so this was redemption,� Martinek said.

Decatur is scheduled to compete in

the Iron Horse Duals, today and Saturday, hosted by C. Milton Wright High School in Bel Air. Twelve teams will be participating in the competition. They have been divided into two groups of six.

Decatur is in Group A with John Carroll, Boys’ Latin, Liberty, C. Milton Wright and Bel Air, Martinek’s alma mater and where his best friend, Craig Reddish, coaches.

St. Mary’s Ryken, Leonardtown, South Carroll, Williamsport, North Harford and Tapan Zee are in Group B. Decatur is scheduled to battle Liberty, Bel Air and Boys’ Latin this evening. On Saturday, the Seahawks will face C. Milton Wright and John Carroll.

After competing against teams in their groups, the squads will then be ranked first through sixth in each division.

Teams placing first and second in Group A will compete against the top two schools in Group B. Teams finishing third/fourth and fifth/sixth in both groups will also go head-to-head.

To be successful, Martinek said the Seahawks can’t give up bonus points. “The dual meets will be close. We can’t get pinned,� he said. “We’re a little more battle-tested now. I think we’re in the best shape we’ve been in, in years.

We don’t get tired.�

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SPORTS BRIEFS

Soccer and basketball Indoor youth soccer and basketball leagues begin Saturday, Jan. 9, at the Worcester County Recreation Center (WCRC) in Snow Hill.

Emphasis for all youth recreation leagues is placed on skill development, participation, sportsmanship, and most of all, participants having fun. Scores and standings are not recorded.

Soccer is open to children ages 3 through eighth grade and will be divided into five, co-ed divisions (age 34, grades K-1, grades 2-3, grades 4 – 5 and grades 6-8).

The age 3-4 and the grades K-1 di-

visions will play on Saturday mornings, grades 6-8 on Monday and some Wednesday evenings, grades 4-5 on Wednesday or Thursday evenings, and grades 2-3 on Thursday evenings.

Practices dates, times and locations are to be determined.

Basketball is open to children in kindergarten through eighth grade and will consist of four, co-ed divisions (grades K-1, grades 2-4, grades 5-6 and grades 7-8).

Games will take place every Saturday. Grades K-1 will begin at 1 p.m., grades 2-4 at 2:15 p.m., grades 5-6 at 3:30 p.m. and grades 7-8 at 4:45 p.m.

The cost for each program is $30

per player ($25 for each additional child). Financial aid is available for those who have a demonstrated need. Proof of eligibility is required.

The registration deadline is Thursday, Jan. 7. Those who register after this deadline may not have the request met for certain teams or coaches. There is an additional $5 fee after the registration deadline.

For information or to volunteer as a youth coach, contact the WCRC at 410-632-2144 or recandparks@co. worcester.md.us.

Visit www.WorcesterRecandParks.org for a list of youth programs or to sign up for email announcements.

Hoopsters basketball The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department will again offer its popular Hoopsters Basketball League beginning Saturday, Jan. 9 at 10 a.m. at the Ocean Pines Community Center.

The league, which is open to boys and girls ages 7-13, is designed to allow children of all abilities to learn skills and compete in a fun environment.

Participants will be divided into groups based on age and skill level.

Dribbling, passing, shooting and ofContinued on Page 30

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SPORTS BRIEFS Continued from Page 29 fensive and defensive strategy will be taught.

Skills practice sessions will be held on Jan. 9 and Jan. 16 at 10 a.m. Games will begin on Jan. 30.

Registrations will not be accepted

after Jan. 14.

The cost to participate is $50 for Ocean Pines residents and $60 for nonresidents. For more information or to register, contact the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department at 410-641-7052.

Lady Seahawks ‘unselfish’ in 64-25 victory over Eagles

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Jan. 8, 2016) The Stephen Decatur girls’ basketball team wanted to focus on its defensive play during Tuesday’s game in Berlin against the Snow Hill Eagles.

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The Lady Seahawks scored 18 points in the opening quarter on their home court and held the Eagles to four. At halftime, Decatur led 43-7, and after three quarters the Berlin squad was ahead 54-13.

The Seahawks won 64-25.

“I thought everybody was very unselfish,” Coates said. “They were making the extra passes to find open girls and, because of that, we were able to take good shots and they were falling.

It was all-around good.”

Senior captain Dayona Godwin led the Seahawks with 23 points, nine assists and seven rebounds. Junior captain Lexie VanKirk contributed with

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Mortgage Debt Forgiveness Act

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Owner Logan Willey welcomes guests to her shop, Real Raw Organics Kombucha Brewery and Café, on 34th Street.

Real Raw Organics brings fresh, healthy food to 34th Street

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) Logan Willey’s dream became a reality when she opened Real Raw Organics Kombucha Brewery and Café on Nov. 28.

Willey started drinking Kombucha, a probiotics-rich tea, while attending the Art Institute in Jacksonville, Fla. When she returned home to Ocean City three summers ago, she had to do without.

Then, after a six-month trip to Maui with her boyfriend, she discovered a Kombucha brewery where they served the drink on tap.

“It had a healthy and spiritual vibe and a great mindset,” Willey said. “I realized how much I missed it, and we had to have it back home. Someone needed to do this.”

Her friend Toby Gilbert, who has experimented with the fermentations necessary to produce the tea, taught Willey the basics and encouraged her to explore new flavors. Eventually, she says, she fell in love with blueberry ginger.

She started bringing her homemade Kombucha to yoga classes at Zenna Wellness in Berlin, and the owner encouraged Willey to start bottling her brew.

The popularity of her product grew as local retailers started contacting her and wanting to sell Kombucha at their own businesses. The owner of My Nature allowed Willey to use her

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A probiotic filled fermented tea also known as Kombucha made Logan Willey’s dream a reality after opening Real Raw Organics Kombucha Brewery and Café on 34th Street.

kitchen, Urban Nectar’s owner asked if she was interested in selling her product at the shop, and O.C. Organics also wanted to carry Kombucha at their store.

Then, a location opened up on 34th Street when the owner of Local Mojo decided to expand by moving to Berlin and rebranding as Urban Nectar. With some help from her father, the Salisbury native decided to purchase the property in September.

“I am really excited about it and super lucky I have great friends and

family who helped,” Willey said. “If it wasn’t for Chris [her boyfriend], my dad and friends, there is no way it would have opened in a month and a half. I am so grateful for the love.”

Along with blueberry ginger, popular Kombucha flavors at the café, all brewed by Willey herself, include Cara Cara orange, as well as apple and acai.

Additional menu highlights include breakfast bowls featuring bananas or yogurt, a coconut curry hummus plate, a cheese board, fresh See ORGANIC Page 32

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) In mid-December, Congress passed and the president signed into law sweeping “Tax Extenders” legislation of more than 2,000 pages to fund the federal government for fiscal year 2016.

One important real estate-related federal tax policy is the extension of the Mortgage Debt Forgiveness Act retroactively for all of 2015 and extended through 2016.

This act was implemented first in 2007, and essentially allows a borrower to be excused from paying tax on any forgiven mortgage debt. The limit is up to $2 million, and the debt must have been secured by a principal residence. For example, if a family owns a home with a mortgage balance of $175,000, and their home is only worth $125,000 in today’s market, the $50,000 difference between the mortgage balance and the home’s sales price is the amount that the lender will forgive in a successful short sale.

Prior to the act being implemented in 2007, the amount of forgiven mortgage debt would have been treated as income, referred to as “phantom income,” and taxed at ordinary income rates. It’s referred to as phantom income because the seller, who had experienced financial loss, would have been required to pay tax even though no cash had changed hands and despite the loss.

When a seller participates in a short sale, the lender is required to provide the homeowner and the IRS with a Form 1099-C reflecting the amount of the forgiven debt. The seller must determine with their tax advisor whether the forgiven amount is reported for the tax year in which the debt was forgiven.

It is always recommended that sellers contact their tax advisor to discuss their specific situation and make sure that a short sale is the right track to take.

In addition to the extension of the Mortgage Debt Forgiveness Act, the legislation included numerous other real estate provisions. Here are a few: • Two-year extension (2015/16) of tax credit for energy efficient new homes • Permanent extension of 15-year recovery for depreciation of qualified leasehold improvements • Permanent extension of rules allowing small and mid-sized businesses to immediately expense business equipment Lauren Bunting is a licensed Realtor/associate broker with Bunting Realty, Inc. in Berlin.

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Organic fare and options for vegetarians at new OC café

Name change Sperry Van Ness International Corporation (SVNIC), one of the most recognized commercial real estate brands in the world, with offices in four countries serving 500 markets, has announced that it is changing its signature brand name to “SVN.” The Sperry Van Ness brand was launched in 1987 out of a desire to improve the commercial real estate industry for all stakeholders.

With 28 years in operation, SVN is celebrating record growth in 2015 by adding 25 offices nationally and internationally.

SVN now has more than 1,400 advisors and staff in nearly 200 offices around the world.

The SVN brand name and new logo will roll out globally over the next 12-18 months.

SVN – Miller Commercial Real Estate, with offices in Salisbury, Annapolis, Bethesda, Md., Seaford, and Wilmington, Del. provides advisory, brokerage, consultation and leasing services to clients in Maryland and Delaware, and asset and property management in Maryland, Delaware and Virginia.

For more information, contact Brent Miller at brent.miller@svn.com or call 410-543-2440.

Continued from Page 31 salads, an avocado or black bean taco and several sandwiches, like the popular apple and brie with organic ham.

Everything on the menu is organic, and there are many options for vegetarians or those with gluten allergies.

“I like to trick people into eating healthy. My friends would always say, if food at restaurants tasted like this we would eat healthy all the time,” Willey said. “I sell food that I would cook for Chris and me.”

The turkey and avocado sandwich has been a big seller this month. In the future, Willey said her menu would change with the seasons, depending on what she can find fresh and local.

When summer comes back around, Willey plans to offer options such as macadamia nut mahi-mahi tacos and fresh lillikoi, also known as Hawaii’s version of passion fruit. According to Willey, it has both a tart and sweet flavor. In addition to the food, Kombucha will be available on tap and customers can purchase and refill growlers.

Willey enjoys being a part of the growing health-conscious restaurants and shops popping up in Ocean City.

She names My Nature, the Greenhouse Deli and Malia’s Café as some of the places that have helped grow

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“They are kickass women who own those restaurants,” Willey said. “It’s uplifting and inspiring.”

Customers will notice a grocery area when they walk into Real Raw Organics selling snacks such as chips, health bars, hummus and yogurt.

Yoloha yoga mats, soaps, candles and Plak That prints can also be purchased at the shop.

During the summer, the shop will offer yoga, Pilates and meditation classes outside among a garden of fresh-planted produce. In addition, there will be 16 outdoor seats for customers to enjoy their healthy treats – and a bike rack.

“It is a dream come true and it has been great to connect with the community. I couldn’t have asked for more local support this past month,” Willey said. “My hope was to bring an organic option to Ocean City and help expand the town with grocery, fitness, wellness and fresh food options.”

Willey hopes to grow her business and open another location in Salisbury or Rehoboth, or potentially expand to the Baltimore and Annapolis regions. For now, however, she’s happy to set up shop by the ocean.

“We are perfect for the beach – not too messy and fresh,” Wiley said.

“Just try it.”

During the offseason, Real Raw Organics will be open Tuesday and Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Thursday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Summer hours will be 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day with delivery services available.

Ribbon cutting for remodeled OC Elks Lodge banquet hall

(Jan. 8, 2016) The Ocean City Elks Lodge #2645, the Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce and the Quiet Resorts Bethany-Fenwick Chamber of Commerce are hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, Jan. 14 at 4 p.m. in the second floor banquet room that is now open for rental to the public.

Founded in 1928, the Elks National Foundation is a charitable organization whose mission is to build stronger communities by investing in communities where Elks live and work; provide charitable donations including youth with scholarship programs; honoring the Elks’ pledge to never forget veterans; and improve the quality of life in the local Elks Community.

The newly remodeled banquet room, with a capacity of 210 people, offers a wide variety of event options including, but not limited to, fundraising galas, business shows, conference and meetings, weddings and receptions, and family parties. It is priced reasonably to serve all of the community.

Phase one of the banquet room also features additional items on site to rent for events, as well as a business partner to help design and plan an event. The commercial kitchen is also open to all licensed caterers.

The Ocean City Lodge is located at 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., across from the Fenwick Inn. Members of the community who are interested in learning more about the Elks are invited. Refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Dawn Greene at 302-524-8023.

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cate meighan inside going out inter has definitely arrived here in Ocean City.

It is, as I type, officially the coldest morning that we have had in many months and while my kids didn’t love heading for the bus stop in 17-degree weather, my icy inner New Yorker is really kind of liking it. Plus, if I squint, I think I see snow, which is a bonus.

One thing that wasn’t the least bit cold was the Winter Warmer held at Fager’s Island on 60th Street last weekend. I have to tell you, it has been awhile since I’ve attended an event that was this upbeat. The brews and positive vibes were really flowing, and honestly, everyone that I talked to was in a really great mood.

I love when a crowd is genuinely happy to be gathered together and this was one of those occasions.

Plus Opposite Directions was absolutely killing it onstage and that certainly kept the party grooving.

Speaking of parties, Seacrets Closing Bell-Closing Party was an absolute blowout too. Full Circle was doing its thing onstage in the Morley Hall Nite Club at the 49th Street venue and lots of people turned out for the local hotspots’ last event for a while. Seacrets will spend the next month making some necessary upgrades and it is expected to reopen over Presidents Day weekend.

While winter is most certainly upon us, there is still quite a bit going on here in OC if you want to venture out. The Art League of Ocean City at 502 94th Street will host a second Friday opening reception from 5-7 p.m. on Jan. 8.

Check out www.artleagueofoceancity.org for more information.

The 3rd annual Big Ideas Art Show will take place on Friday, Jan. 8 at The Globe Theater at 12 Broad Street in Berlin. The event will run from 5-8 p.m. and is being hosted by Berlin Md. Arts & Entertainment.

Burley Oak Brewing Company at 10016 Old Ocean City Blvd. will be hosting a “Love is in the Air” art show on Friday, Jan. 8 beginning at 7 p.m. Brandi Mellinger of Love Letters and Steve Shreve of Jerk Pony will be the featured See CATE Page 34

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The 22nd annual New Year's Day Penguin Swim, a fundraiser for Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, drew more than 1,000 participants–an event record–to the beach at 91st Street. “This was the largest crowd I’ve ever seen for the Penguin Swim,” said Michael Franklin, president of AGH. “It’s a great event to bring our community and visitors together to have a lot of fun doing something a little crazy, and at the same time help one of the most important assets in our community.”

Penguin Swim draws record crowd More than 1,000 take part in 22nd event to benefit Atlantic General Hospital

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) Approximately 1,035 participants ran into the warmer-than-usual 52-degree Atlantic Ocean on New Year’s Day during the 22nd annual Penguin Swim, a fundraiser for Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, recording the largest crowd to date.

“It was a great day all around,” AGH Event Coordinator Alli Justice said. “We were fortunate to have superb weather for Jan. 1 and the crowd was record breaking.”

Swimmers gathered on the beach behind the Princess Royale hotel on 91st Street before taking their dip.

At 1 p.m., the “penguins” dashed into the ocean, which was a bit warmer than the 45-degree air temperature.

Participants came out dressed as penguins, minions, mermaids, pirates, Vikings, superheroes, bananas and even the “Goonies” crew.

“The participants this year went above and beyond with their costumes,” Justice said. “Many teams dressed up together in themes. Bull on the Beach, for instance, paraded down the beach dressed as characters from Noah’s Ark. They were

even carrying a boat.”

An awards ceremony followed the swim inside the Princess Royale atrium. Awards were presented to the youngest and oldest swimmers, as well as to the top team and individual money-raisers.

The youngest penguin was 3month-old Vincent Fasano of Ocean City, and Joe Gaffney, 82, of Selbyville, Del. was the oldest participant for the third year in a row.

Craig Kettler of Leesburg, Va., raised $3,510 and was named the top adult individual fund raiser for several consecutive years. He has participated in the swim for eight years.

Woody “Butch” German of Baltimore, a 12-year swim participant, collected $1,837 in donations, landing him in second place. Gary Miller of Berlin raised $1,150, which earned him third-place for individual top fund raisers.

In the community group team category, first place went to Ocean City Ravens Roost No. 44 for donating $12,350. In second place was the Parke Penguins (Ocean Pines), who collected $4,550. The Jamboys out of Baltimore raised $2,160 and were awarded the third-place trophy.

The Bull on the Beach team, which included more than 200 swimmers, was the top business team again this year, donating $28,000. During the 22-year history of the event, the Bull on the Beach team has generated

more than $400,000 for AGH. The Poppin’ Penguins collected $4,000 and Fisher’s Popcorn garnered $1,000 to round out the top three businesses.

“It’s truly impeccable the amount of money Phil Houck and his 200-plus team members are able to raise year after year,” Justice said. “They are the definition of dedicated when it comes to this event in particular.”

“We have participated from the beginning and know how important it is to this town,” said Phil Houck, owner of Bull on the Beach. “We had a great year, raised a lot of money and look forward to next year.”

Awards were also presented to teams and individuals 18 and younger who collected the most donations. Ben Kettler, Craig’s 16-yearold son, was the top youth fund raiser for the third year, donating $525.

Second and third place finishers, Liliana, 18, and Nicholas Franklin, 13, from Berlin pledged $500 each.

The top team fund raisers in the 18-and-Under Division was Stephen Decatur High School raising $705.

Team Two Beach Cuties pledged $265 and Team Ty finished out the top three, collecting $240.

In 22 years, the Penguin Swim has raised more than $1 million for AGH. The goal for the 22nd annual swim was $75,075. As of press time, the See ABOUT Page 34

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Penguin Swim Top Fund Raisers

Adult Individual 1. Craig Kettler, Leesburg, Va. ($3,510) 2. “Woody” Butch German, Baltimore ($1,837) 3. Gary Miller, Berlin ($1,150) Community Group 1. Ravens Roost 44 ($12,350) 2. The Parke at Ocean Pines ($4,550) 3. The Jamboys ($2,160) Business 1. Bull on the Beach ($28,000) 2. Poppin’ Penguins ($4,000) 3. Fisher’s Popcorn ($1,000) Under 18 Individual 1. Benjamin Kettler, age 16, Leesburg, Va. ($525) 2. Lilianna Franklin, age 18, Berlin ($500) 3. Nicholas Franklin, age 13, Berlin ($500) Under 18 Team 1. Stephen Decatur High School ($705) 2. Two Beach Cuties ($265) 3. Team Ty ($240) Youngest Penguin: Vincent Fasano of Ocean City (3 months and 20 days old) Oldest Penguin: “Papa” Joe Gaffney of Selbyville, Del. (82 years and 10 months young) Costume Contest Best Overall Costume: “The Goonies” led by JJ Roth, Ocean City Most Spirited: Tom Maly, Addie Aker and Maggie Miller from Ravens Roost 44, Ocean City Most Creative: “Pirates Rule” from Bethany Vikings, Selbyville, Del. Best Little Penguin: “3 Little Mermaids” from It’s 5 O’clock Somewhere, McKenna and Keera Schlegel and Sienna Pearce, Effort, Pa.

About $104K raised so far for AGH Continued from Page 33 2016 Penguin Swim generated well over the goal with $104,000 raised for AGH, and the number is expected to increase because organizers are still counting and taking donations, Justice said.

“This was the largest crowd I’ve

ever seen for the Penguin Swim,” said Michael Franklin, president of AGH. “It’s a great event to bring our community and visitors together to have a lot of fun doing something a little crazy, and at the same time help one of the most important assets in our community.”

The hospital has been providing health care to residents of Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties as well as Sussex County, Del., since May 1993.

For more information about Atlantic General Hospital, visit www.atlanticgeneral.org.

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The East Coast Fishermen’s & Aquaculture Trade Expo will take place from Friday, Jan. 15 through Sunday, Jan. 17 at the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street and Coastal Highway. Stop in Friday between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Saturday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. or Sunday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

This is the only commercial fishing expo in the Mid-Atlantic region, so you’re really not going to want to miss it. More information is available at www.marylandwatermen.com The Nautical Wildlife Art Festival and Craft Show will be taking place at the OC convention center on Saturday, Jan. 16 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and then on Sunday, Jan. 17 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Head on over to the 40th Street complex to check out local artisans’ latest works and products by some of the coolest vendors around. Check out www.ocshows.com for more information.

Ocean 98’s third annual Best Wings on the Shore contest will take place on Sunday, Jan. 24 at On the Rocks Waterfront Grill located at 43 Henlopen Drive in Lewes, Del. The event will run from noon to 3 p.m. and you get to pick the best wings in a variety of differ-

ent categories. Admission is $10 at the door with proceeds going to benefit Ocean 98’s Cash for College Fund.

The Carousel Hotel on 118th Street and Coastal Highway is presenting a free ice show by “Next Ice” beginning each evening at 6:30 p.m.

The Next Ice Age is a nonprofit group that aims to put on a respectable performance that will entertain viewers while also proving just how challenging the sport of figure skating really is.

Historic Berlin will be celebrating its very own Restaurant Week from Monday, Jan. 11 through Sunday, Jan. 17. America’s Coolest Small Town offers up some of the best specialty and antique shops on the Eastern Shore and for this particular week, unique menus and dinner specials are another reason to visit.

Blacksmith Berlin at 104 Pitts Street is serving its fabulous Blacksmith Burger and fries as a lunch special for just $8.50 and it has a different dinner entree special for every night of Restaurant Week.

Siculi Italian Kitchen on Main Street is offering a two-course lunch special for $10 and a three-course dinner special for just $20 during Restaurant Week. If breakfast is more your thing, you’ll be thrilled to know that Crush N Crab, located at 525 South Main Street has a $2.99 breakfast menu that boasts selections such as pancakes, eggs, chipped beef on toast and more.

Menus for Berlin’s Restaurant Week seem to be updated daily so I’d suggest that you check out the event Facebook page for the newest info and the latest menu changes. Simply type Berlin Restaurant Week into the Facebook search and the event page will pop up for you.

Speaking of food, one restaurant that has been open every single day this past year is Rosenfeld’s Jewish Deli on 63rd Street and Coastal Highway. I caught up with owner Warren Rosenfeld this past week and he was thrilled to fill me in on his plans for 2016 and how his menu will certainly cater to these chilly winter months.

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artists of the evening.

The second annual Red Doors Gala and Art Auction will take place on Saturday, Jan. 9, at Fager’s Island on 60th Street beginning at 6 p.m.

The event is black tie optional.

Tickets cost $125, which includes live entertainment from multiple local artists, food provided by 15 restaurants and a four-hour open bar. There will also be a live art auction.

Last year, about 150 people attended the inaugural event, raising $1,700 for the Red Doors Community Center at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Church on Third Street and Baltimore Avenue in Ocean City. Organizers expect at least 175 people and hope to reach their $2,000 goal. All proceeds go to the nonprofit. To purchase tickets in advance, visit www.reddoors.org.

Beauty and the Beast Jr. will take over the Performing Arts Center on 40th Street from Friday, Jan. 15 through Sunday, Jan. 17. The Ocean Pines Youth Theater will present the Disney production several times over the course of the weekend at the 40th Street and Coastal Highway convention center venue. Contact Paulette DeRosaMatrona at 410-251-1402 or email

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ball and mushroom barley soups.

We usually alternate a fourth soup of vegetable, chili, or navy bean. We sell a lot of soup every day, even in the summer. We feature a half sandwich/cup of soup special every day, with the customer’s choice of sandwich and any soup. There is an upcharge for matzo ball soup or for making a Rueben half-sandwich, but usually the special runs for $10.95.

“Our goals for 2016 are threefold: to do at least as much business at the deli in 2016 as we did in 2015, get our new Rehoboth location opened,” Rosenfeld said. “I signed a lease a couple of months ago for a new building going up just above Rehoboth, on Route 1, at the intersection of Route 24. It will be a 2,500-square-foot, 70 inside seats restaurant, with additional seating outside, and in addition, a very large deli area), and lastly, to have the food truck on the road for the entire calendar year, with more than

300 days of serving from it in the tri-county area, as well as beyond at festivals and special events.”

That nifty little food truck has been popping up all over the region and Rosenfeld is hopeful that you’ll consider hiring it for your private parties and special occasions in 2016. Also, if you were a fan of Rosenfeld’s monthly Cars & Coffee gatherings, you’ll be happy to hear that they will begin meeting once a month again in April.

If you’re looking to grab a great meal in OC, then BJ’s on the Water on 75th Street is always a favorite stop any time of year. It is currently featuring daily winter half-price specials on particular entrees that are sure to please.

On Sunday, you can enjoy the fried seafood platter. Monday’s spotlight is on the crab imperial dinner and Tuesday’s feature is the twin crab cake dinner. Wednesday is stuffed flounder and Thursday

you can grab the flash fried shrimp dinner for half price. All entrees are served with two sides.

Crab Bag on 130th Street, bayside still has a super happy hour that runs all day, seven days a week. You can dine-in or else order one of the great carryout specials, such as eight pieces of fried chicken and a pound of spiced shrimp for just $24.95.

Johnny’s Pizza & Pub on 56th Street and Coastal Highway has winter lunch specials that run from Monday through Friday. You can get a six-inch pizza, salad and unlimited soda for just $5.99. Half of any sub, fries and an unlimited soda is just $6.99.

That’s a wrap for this week. If you have an event coming up that needs a mention or know of something really cool coming in 2016 that I have overlooked, then please send me an email at cate@oceancitytoday.net!

and suicide prevention while at corporate events he talks about setting goals.

At church events, he mainly discusses his faith.

“I believe God has a plan for us and the trials and tribulations we’ve been through are part of that,” Mero said.

“The mentally hurtful and painful things I’ve been through, I realized that’s not for me. That’s for other people.”

Mero’s presentation weaves personal aspects of his life, like the deaths of his mother, brother and sister and losing 30 friends to substance abuse, to inspire his listeners to focus on what they have.

“I never thought I would be talking about this. It’s so painful, but I believe that sharing them helps people prepare for when these moments happen and realize how precious these moments are,” he said.

Growing up, Mero physically challenged himself in hockey, football and boxing until he became famous for wrestling. But when he retired from the ring in 2006, he faced a new emotional challenge when he started Champion of Choices.

“The most challenging part of my life is getting knocked down and not quitting. Many times in my life I wanted to quit, but I felt I wanted to do this,” he said. “Like doing anything new, it’s hard and painful.”

The hardest part is being a speaker, according to Mero. He used to knock on doors and ask teachers to let him speak at schools. Those first presentations he struggled a bit to stay on point, he said.

“Then something life changing happened,” he said. “I was at my third

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By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) When Bruce Spangler stepped down after 25 years as organizer of the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast, the county chambers of commence decided to pick up where he left off.

The Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce, the Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce, the Berlin Chamber of Commerce, the Snow Hill Chamber of Commerce and the Pocomoke Chamber of Commerce partnered this year to present the breakfast and speaker event on Friday, Jan. 15 from 7- 9 a.m.

“It’s amazing that this gentleman was able to do this for 25 years,” said Melanie Pursel, executive director of the Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce. “We wanted to keep it similar [to past events].”

This year’s keynote speaker is Marc Mero, a former professional wrestler and founder of nonprofit Champion of Choices.

“There are two types of people in the world: someone who says things need to be done and those that do something,” Mero said. “I want to use my voice to make a difference – I’m nothing special.”

Mero, a Buffalo N.Y. native, started Champion of Choices nine years ago with his wife, Darlene Spezzi, to inspire people with his life story. He has spoken at 1,500 schools, corporations and churches since 2007. He has also made several appearances on television shows such as Glenn Beck, Nancy Grace and Montel Williams.

He said he has different presentations, depending on the type of venue he will be speaking at. School presentations are geared toward anti-bullying

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presentation at a school and I was thinking ‘I don’t want to do this.’ My wife ran up to me afterwards and told me I was great. I always thought if I could inspire one person, I’d be OK. And I inspired my wife. If someone believed in you, that’s it.”

Mero and his wife then worked on his presentation, including pictures of loved ones, and his next presentation earned a standing ovation.

In the new year, Mero has several speaking engagements scheduled in different states, but he’s excited for the upcoming Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast in Ocean City.

“I’m looking forward to this and talking about faith,” he said. “I want people to take out of it two things: building relationships with loved ones and building a better relationship with God.” The Mayor’s Breakfast will be held at the the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street. Tickets cost $20 per person and are sold on a first come, first serve basis, according to Pursel.

Table sponsorships are also available.

Tickets can be purchased at the Ocean City Chamber Visitors Center in West Ocean City, Ocean Pines Chamber, Berlin Chamber or the Pocomoke Chamber. Tickets can also be purchased online at chamber.oceancity.org.

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HOROSCOPE ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, practicality is a big part of your personality, but sometimes thinking through the reasons to do something over and over can be tedious. Let loose a little bit this week.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, expect to feel pulled in two directions this week. It’s a pivotal time at work, but in the same measure, you have much going on at home. Think things over carefully.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, you may find your energy levels unusually low this week, and your productivity may suffer as a result.

Maybe someone else can energize you a bit and lend a helping hand.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, you will get to your destination soon enough, but the trip may be a bit of a headache. Patience is essential this week; otherwise, you may give up prematurely.

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NEW YEAR’S DAY STROLL Hundreds of people gathered in the early afternoon on New Year’s Day to take a walking tour of Assateague Island State Park. Former National State Park Service Ranger Chris Seymour led the stroll and delivered useful information about the park’s history, wildlife and legacy.

Misinformation is spreading, so research everything to make informed decisions this week, Leo. It may help you avoid an expensive mistake down the line.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, you may have a wonderful time with family or friends this week, even if you are crunched for time. Savor the small moments as they come your way.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, this is a good week to catch up on paperwork, filing or tedious tasks you have let fall by the wayside. Make use of the slow week to recharge.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, you will be missed as much as you miss another person this week.

Wait out this separation a little while longer, keeping in mind that your reunion is on its way.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Do whatever you need to do to rejuvenate your spirit, Sagittarius. Spend some more time with friends and avoid prolonged solo activities. Soon your motivation will return.

Red Doors Gala and Art Auction

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) Lovers of the arts are encouraged to attend the second annual Red Doors Gala and Art Auction, Saturday, Jan. 9, at Fager’s Island on 60th Street.

The event is black tie optional.

Tickets cost $125, which includes live entertainment from multiple local artists, food provided by 15 restaurants and a four-hour open bar.

Last year, about 150 people attended the inaugural event, raising $1,700 for the Red Doors Community Center at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea

Church on Third Street and Baltimore Avenue in Ocean City. Organizers expect at least 175 people and hope to reach their $2,000 goal. All proceeds go to the nonprofit.

“This is our major fundraiser and helps offset operating costs for our programs,” said Fawn Mete, director of the Red Doors Community Center.

“Last year was very successful, a nice time and the art auction was high energy.”

The night kicks off at 6 p.m. with a cocktail hour accompanied by blues music from Bryan Russo’s Bargain Scotch after a walk down the red car-

pet. Kimberly Tucker Photography will be on hand to capture the moment.

Jazz pianist Robert Mete will entertain the crowd, while attendees sample treats from Fager’s Island, The Atlantic Hotel, Mother’s Cantina, Siculi, Captain’s Table, Rosenfeld’s Jewish Delicatessen, Wockenfuss, Bull on the Beach, Longboard Cafe, 45th Street Taphouse, Carousel, Waterman’s Seafood, Buxy’s Salty Dog Saloon, BJ’s on the Water and Bay Landing Shellfish Co. “The spread makes your ticket,” See LIVE Page 37

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, this may turn out to be a strange week, as you can’t seem to fully focus on anything. You may get frustrated at your inability to concentrate, but that focus will return soon.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

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PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, you are on a quest this week to find the perfect gift for a friend. This person will appreciate your efforts, and your bond will only grow stronger.

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Live art auction highlight of Red Doors Gala celebration Continued from Page 36 Mete said. “Restaurants have been so supportive and we are grateful to be embraced by Ocean City.”

The highlight of the evening is a live art auction beginning at 8:30 p.m. featuring work from local artists Kevin Fitzgerald, Randy Hofman, Rina Thaler, Evan Fitzgerald, Brooke Rogers, Leslie Belloso, Liz Lind, Deborah Rolig, Ralph Hastings, Ocean City Murals, Marshall Creek Originals, Jeffrey Auxer and Patrick Henry.

“It’s a great chance to get a really good deal on artwork,” Mete said.

“We start the bidding at half the price on most pieces.”

The art auction is online at www.biddingowl.com/reddoors, but attendees have the best shot at winning once it is converted to a live auction on Saturday. A proxy bidder can be arranged for people who cannot attend the event in person.

“It is a great way to show support for the arts and kids in our community,” Mete said.

The evening comes to a close with entertainment by Lauren Glick and Melissa Alesi.

Organizers recommend tickets be purchased in advance at www.reddoors.org.

The Red Doors Community Center provides opportunities for children and adults to share their interests and talents in the performing arts, visual arts, sciences and technology.

“We offer a variety of classes and programs, in a safe environment at affordable rates and have provided thousands of dollars in financial need scholarships to local children wishing to participate in our programs since we opened our doors in 2012,” Mete said. “Our goal is to complement their education with structured after school programs to help develop their talents.”

Arts R Magic Festival set for Jan. 14 at Stephen Decatur

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) Budding local artists will be casting a spell on the community during the Arts R Magic Festival at Stephen Decatur High School, Thursday, Jan. 14.

Students in grades 9-12 will be showcasing their creative efforts in visual photography, painting, drawing and crafts. There will also be dance and music performances as well as literary readings.

But according to event organizer and art teacher Mary Ann Fardelmann, the magic in the semiannual festival isn’t in the art work, it’s in recognizing student’s talents – whether in the fine arts or in non-traditional activities.

“We take a look at talents that are school appropriate. We just want to showcase a variety of things that stu-

dents are talented with,” said Fardelmann, who has been involved with the event for four years.

In the festival’s six years, students have performed hip-hop numbers, juggled, choreographed rifle routines, read short fiction and perform in a band. According to Fardelmann, one student even made a variety of paper airplanes and hosted paper-folding demonstrations during a past festival.

“We just said, ‘go for it.’ Anyone who wants to get involved in any way, we promote that,” she said.

The Arts R Magic Festival started six years ago, when English teacher Dawn Russell-Marriner wanted to celebrate student’s artistic talents not only in the arts departments, but school wide. Russell-Marriner spearheaded the project, with assistance from other teachers in the event’s See STUDENTS Page 39

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Alane Capen, president of Coastal Hospice, receives a $2,600 donation from musician Jimmy Charles during his concert at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club on Dec. 17. The event was a benefit for Coastal Hospice’s “Be An Angel” campaign that raises funds for the charity care provided by the nonprofit.

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Matthew Laverin and Kirsten Dembrowski enjoy the festivities at Fager’s Island on 60th Street last Saturday.

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Robyn Bowie and Tom Seibold visit Fager’s Island on 60th Street last Saturday during the Winter Warmer celebration of seasonal craft brews and comfort food.

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Local musicians join Opposite Directions for a performance during Fager’s Island’s Winter Warmer event last Saturday.

Richie Kamms and Casey Godman pose for a photo during Fager’s Island’s Winter Warmer at the 60th Street restaurant on Jan. 2.

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Jenny and Mark Otterbein sample craft brews and comfort food during Fager’s Island’s Jan. 2 Winter Warmer.

Rosenfeld’s Jewish Deli owner Warren Rosenfeld helps satisfy customers’ sweet tooth with blueberry bread pudding at the 63rd Street eatery.

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Third annual Empty Bowl Project Participants make ceramic bowls, which will be used during March Soup Dinner (Jan. 8, 2016) The Empty Bowl Project is a unique opportunity to fight hunger locally. The third annual Empty Bowl Project, sponsored by First Shore Federal Bank, benefits the Diakonia food pantry in West Ocean City and the programs of the Art League of Ocean City.

The Empty Bowl Project is an international grassroots effort to fight hunger and a unique opportunity to use art in a way that helps the community. Empty Bowl events take place across the United States and a dozen other countries and have raised millions of dollars for organizations to help fight hunger.

The public is invited to hand-make ceramic bowls during free bowl-making sessions in January and February at the Ocean City Center for the Arts

on 94th Street, bayside. The bowlmaking sessions lead up to the Soup Dinner on Saturday, March 19 at the Arts Center.

No experience is necessary at the bowl-making sessions, and all materials, including instruction, are free.

The bowls are left at the Arts Center to be glazed and fired and then used for the Soup Dinner. If bowl-makers want to keep their own bowls, there is a $20 fee paid at the bowl-making session that includes a ticket to the dinner.

The one-hour bowl-making sessions began on Jan. 5 and continue through Feb 16. Both daytime and evening sessions are available. A complete schedule of sessions is available online at www.artleagueofoceancity.org. Registration is encouraged by calling the Arts Center at 410-524-9433 or by registering online.

The Soup Dinner will be held on Saturday, March 19 from 5-8 p.m. at

the Arts Center. For a $20 donation per bowl, those who attend will receive a handmade bowl that they may fill with soup donated by local restaurants. There will also be breads, desserts, a cash bar, a silent auction and live music. Guests are asked to keep the bowl as a reminder of all of the empty bowls in the world.

The Ocean City Center for the Arts at 502 94th Street, is the home of the Art League of Ocean City, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the visual arts in the Ocean City area through education, exhibits, scholarships, programs and community art events. The arts center is supported by memberships, corporate and civic funding, donations and sales of art.

More information is available at 410-524-9433 or www.artleagueofoceancity.org.

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Local nonprofits encouraged to apply for available grants (Jan. 8, 2016) Local nonprofit organizations on Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore are urged to apply for Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore grant opportunities through the foundation’s Community Needs Grant Program.

The deadline for application submissions is Feb. 1, with grants being awarded in April. This grant program has a maximum award of $5,000 per individual nonprofit.

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Grants are awarded to a wide range of nonprofit organizations that benefit health and human services, education, arts and culture, community development, environment and historic preservation.

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Guidelines and application forms are available on the Foundation’s website at www.cfes.org. Copies of grant guidelines and forms are also available upon request by calling 410742-9911.

Students showcase creative talents during Arts R Magic Continued from Page 37 first year, Fardelmann said.

This year, 40 to 50 students are involved in the event, including students that help coordinate the event.

Teachers recruit students by putting up flyers in hallways, making announcements and talking with them about their individual talents.

“It’s also word of mouth, really.

[Students] start talking with their friends and that’s how we get some bands involved,” Fardelmann said.

“Ms. Marriner is very enthusiastic about the arts. Two years ago when we were promoting it, she wrote and performed a rap about Arts R Magic and performed it on morning announcements.”

Visual art displays and singing

performers will be located in the main hallway near the front doors and the media center. The black box theater and the auditorium will also be used for events.

There will be a map of venues, and a brochure of 10- to 15-minute performances for attendees. Students will also go down hallways and alert attendees of scheduled performances.

“Attendance varies each year, so it’s going to be interesting to see how turnout goes this year,” Fardelmann said. “But I think this year is going to be great.”

The Arts R Magic Festival will be Stephen Decatur High School, off Route 50 at 9913 Seahawk Road, on Jan. 14 from 6-8 p.m. Admission is free.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Goat cheese spread with herbs and olive oil Hint of lemon zest adds freshness and lightness to easy-to-make snack

By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) The new year is upon us and resolutions are in full swing. Losing weight, getting back into the gym and cutting back on adult beverages are just a few of the promises that grace our “New Year” list.

But as we get pumped up for another year, a chef must consider the gastronomic forecast for 2016. If you are a foodie and cookery is your passion, you might want to take a few minutes to check out the new culinary trends.

Food trucks are “hot:” the relatively low startup costs as opposed to the enormous costs of real estate allows one to venture into the business at an affordable budget. Food trucks are here to stay; at least in the year 2016.

Food waste reduction is also another subject that is high on the list. I have worked in many restaurants and have seen the senseless waste of food.

The disposal of food waste can be turned into a positive endeavor and dovetails with the need to protect the environment. A chef’s repertoire of responsibility far exceeds the boundaries of the kitchen.

Ethnic-inspired breakfast items are another trend and not surprising in our melting pot society. If you think fast food restaurants are the only venders to jump on the wagon of ethnicity, think again. Fine dining establishments are also embracing this opportunity to capitalize on creativity and diversification.

While we are on the subject of cultural customs, ethnic condiments are making their way on menu’s across the country. The runaway success of sriracha sauce has opened the door to experimentation. Look for African and Indian cuisine to influence this new phase of seasoning.

Homemade accompaniments are a pleasant addition to any menu. This practice is on the rise and not just limited to condiments, salad dressings or barbecue sauce. Restaurants are brewing their own beer which spruces up the odds for competition and the overall dining experience.

Artisanal butchery and eating from “nose-to-tail” is huge. Many chefs are purchasing whole animals and breaking them down themselves. This is an

economical step and lends credence to the theme of options. Small-scale butchery has become en vogue. Eating the entire animal with no waste is also making its mark on the chopping board. This preparation is not new; many cultures have been doing this for centuries.

Farm branded items and farm-totable are a sign that consumers are becoming more interested about where their food comes from. A middle man promotes processed foods which is an unhealthy choice. Farmto-table guarantees freshness which ultimately provides us with more nutrients and minerals. This in turn increases customer loyalty and boosts local economy which benefits everyone.

As well as gaining new patrons, one will also start to build relationships with local farmers and merchants alike. In doing so, you are cultivating new relationships in the area and giving back to the community that encompasses your business.

This is a “good thing” and can only result in a positive and profitable situation.

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NOW PLAYING BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-7575 www.bjsonthewater.com Jan. 8-9: Full Circle, 9 p.m.

Jan. 13: Reform School, 5 p.m.

CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th St. & Baltimore Ave. Ocean City 410-289-7192 www.captainstableoc.com Every Friday & Saturday: Phil Perdue CASINO AT OCEAN DOWNS 10218 Racetrack Road Berlin 410-641-0600 www.oceandowns.com Jan. 8: Aaron Howell Duo, 5:30-9:30 p.m.

Jan. 9: Sol Knof, 4:30-8:30 p.m.; Everett Spells, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

ON THE EDGE Ocean Club Nightclub: Friday and Saturday, Jan. 8-9, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.

FAGER’S ISLAND 60th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-5500 www.fagers.com Jan. 8: DJ RobCee “Unwind Party,” 5-9 p.m.; DJ Hook, 9 p.m.

Jan. 9: DJ Groove, 9 p.m.

DJ Hook Jan. 10: Everett Spells, 10 a.m.

HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 S. Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-1846 www.ocharborside.com Jan. 14: Opposite Directions, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

HARPOON HANNA’S Route 54 and the bay Fenwick Island, Del. 800-227-0525 302-539-3095 www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com Jan. 8: Dave Hawkins, 5-10 p.m.

Jan. 9: Dave Sherman, 5-10 p.m.

Jan. 14: Melissa Alesi, 5-9 p.m.

HOOTERS Rt. 50 & Keyser Point Road West Ocean City 410-213-1841 www.hootersofoc.com Jan. 9: DJ BK, 8 p.m.

JOHNNY’S PIZZA & PUB 56th Street, bayside Ocean City 410-524-7499 www.johnnyspizzapub.com Jan. 8: Lime Green, 9 p.m.

Jan. 9: Slappy Hour, 9 p.m.

Jan. 13: Randy Lee Ashcraft and the Saltwater Cowboys, 6 p.m.

RANDY LEE ASHCRAFT AND THE SALTWATER COWBOYS Johnny’s Pizza & Pub: Thursday, Jan. 13, 6 p.m.

KY WEST RESTAURANT & BAR 54th Street, Ocean City 443-664-2836 www.kywestoceancity.com Every Saturday: DJ Rhoadie OCEAN CLUB NIGHTCLUB In the Horizons Restaurant In the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel 101st Street and the ocean Ocean City 410-524-3535 www.clarionoc.com Jan. 8-9: On The Edge, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.

WHISKER’S BAR & GRILL 11070 Cathell Road, Suite 17 Pines Plaza, Ocean Pines 443-365-2576 Jan. 8: Karaoke w/Donnie Berkey, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

OPPOSITE DIRECTIONS Harborside Bar & Grill: Thursday, Jan. 14, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

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PENGUIN SWIM

AGH PENGUIN SWIM Approximately 1,035 people dashed into the 52-degree ocean near 91st Street on New Year’s Day during the 22nd annual Penguin Swim, a fundraiser for Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin.

“It was a great day all around,” AGH Event Coordinator Alli Justice said. “We were fortunate to have superb weather for Jan. 1 and the crowd was record breaking.”

Since its inception, the Penguin Swim has raised more than $1 million for AGH. As of press time, the 2016 Penguin Swim generated about $104,000 for the hospital, and the number is expected to increase as organizers are still counting and taking donations.

PHOTOS BY LISA CAPITELLI/OCEAN CITY TODAY

Ocean City resident JJ Roth dives into the ocean dressed as Sloth from the movie "The Goonies."

Taylor, left, and Cassidy Wertz of Pennsylvania participate in the swim for the first time.

The Best Little Penguin Costume award went to Sienna Pearce, 7, and McKenna, 6, and Keera Schlegel, 4, of Pennsylvania.

Whitney and Sal Fasano hold their 3-month-old son, Vincent, who was the youngest event participant.

Craig Kettler of Leesburg, Va., raised $3,510 and was named the top adult individual fund raiser. He is pictured with his 5-yearold son, Jay, and AGH CEO Michael Franklin, left.

Tristan, 9, and Butch Lorditch are ready to take the plunge.

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‘Shared Visions’ exhibit on display Painters, writers interpret quotations during show at OC Center for the Arts

(Jan. 8, 2016) “Shared Visions” is the opening show for 2016 at the Ocean City Center for the Arts, where painters and writers interpret quotations.

The public is invited to the free opening reception for the writers and artists on Friday, Jan. 8 from 5-7 p.m. at the Arts Center on 94th Street, bayside.

“Shared Visions” is a partnership between the Art League of Ocean City and the Ocean City branch of the Worcester County Library, home of the Ocean City Writers Group.

“This is the third year for the collaboration,” said Rina Thaler, executive director of the Ocean City Center for the Arts. “It is a great coming together of words and images and demonstrates the different forms of self expression.”

The Writers Group, headed by Ruth Wanberg-Alcorn, chose several

great and historical quotations, and then reinterpreted them in contemporary poetry and short passages. To accompany the writers’ words, members of the Art League of Ocean City painted their own interpretations in various media.

On Tuesday, Jan. 19 from 6-8 p.m., members of the Ocean City Writers Group will perform a reading of their work and discuss what inspired them in a free presentation, also open to the public.

The show will run through Jan. 30 at the Arts Center.

Also hanging in the galleries of the Ocean City Center for the Arts is an all-media Artists’ Choice show by members of the Art League.

Painter Crystal Collins occupies Studio E in January. A native of the Eastern Shore, she is inspired by the colors and quietness of the landscape and the views of land, sea and marsh.

Photographer and writer Charlie Ewers is the Spotlight Artist during January. He currently teaches creative and professional writing at Frostburg State University and sees

Beach Blanket Blood Drive in OC scheduled for Jan. 20 (Jan. 8, 2016) In January, Blood Bank of Delmarva (BBD) will take time to thank those who donate blood as the organization celebrates National Blood Donor Month.

It takes an average of 350 donors a day to supply the blood and blood products that local hospitals need to treat their patients. It’s because of their dedication and commitment that BBD has never experienced a blood shortage in the areas it serves, no matter what the circumstances.

Observed since January 1970, National Blood Donor Month is not only designed to honor the thousands who are dedicated to helping save lives, but also to encourage others to donate during the increasingly difficult winter months. Winter is when blood collection is particularly challenging due to the holidays, inclement weather, illness and travel.

“To become a blood donor is a New Year’s resolution that’s truly worth keeping,” said Michael Waite, Blood Bank director of marketing and community relations. “Over 20,000 patients a year in our hospitals depend on BBD donors to provide the lifesaving blood they need for surgeries, trauma and cancers, along with

those who need blood transfusions to simply survive. That’s why we urge anyone who’s able to donate to strongly consider joining us. It’s the most personal gift you’ll ever give.”

Blood Bank of Delmarva operates five permanent donor centers throughout the Delmarva region, as well as more than 30 mobile donation locations. Blood can be safely donated every 56 days as long as an individual is at least 17 years of age, weighs at least 110 pounds and is in generally good health. Platelets can be donated every two weeks, up to a maximum of 24 times per year.

As an added bonus, donate before Jan. 31 and become eligible to win a 60-inch flatscreen TV as part of BBD’s Winter Blood Challenge.

In addition, Blood Bank of Delmarva (BBD) will return to the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street for the 18th annual Beach Blanket Blood Drive on Wednesday, Jan. 20 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

For more information about the Blood Bank or to schedule a donation appointment, call 1-888-8-BLOOD-8 or visit www.DelmarvaBlood.org. Or, download BBD’s mobile app and schedule an appointment on a mobile device.

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The Artisans in Residence for January are Susan Keller and Ed Strough, partners in marriage and jewelry making. Keller specializes in wire-wrapped precious stones and Stough experiments in chain maille jewelry.

The Ocean City Center for the Arts at 502 94th Street is the home of the Art League of Ocean City, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the visual arts in the Ocean City area through education, exhibits, scholarships, programs and community art events. The arts center is supported by memberships, corporate and civic funding, donations and sales of art.

More information is available at 410-524-9433 or www.artleagueofoceancity.org.

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As part of the Dance of the Dolphins fundraising campaign, the Ocean City Development Corporation raffled two prizes: a miniature dolphin bronze sculpture of the original wax model completed by artist David Turner and the original watercolor of the dolphin sculpture completed by artist Stacia Heubeck. Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan pulled the winning raffle tickets during a brief ceremony held at the dolphin sculpture located at Coastal Highway and Route 90. Local CPA, Eric Vinson, (pictured) was the winner of the miniature bronze dolphin sculpture.

Warner Sumpter won the original watercolor painting.

The Ocean City Museum Society thanked its volunteers with a reception at the Dunes Manor on 28th Street, recently. The volunteers provide invaluable assistance to the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum staff and help make a visit memorable.

Anyone interested in volunteering can call the museum at 410-289-4991. Pictured, from left, are Society President Nancy Howard, Janice Davis, Joe Britvch, Jean Kline, Bob Stevens, Amanda Hammond, Shirley Moran, Don Schaefer, Donna Reid, Mable Rogers and Charlotte Montgomery.

CERTIFIED OFFICERS Newly certified Worcester County Jail Correctional Officers Nicholas Jones, Alecia Lawrence and Christina Collins recently graduated from Wor-Wic Community College's Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy Correctional Entry Level Training Program with above 90 percent accumulative test scores. Pictured, from left, are Jones, Lawrence, Warden Garry Mumford and Collins.

SCIENTIFIC METHOD Nazli Unal and Emma Cavall, students in Lynn Wrench’s third grade class at Ocean City Elementary School, used the Scientific Method by observing candy corn submerged in different solutions in order to collect data about which solution dissolved the candy the fastest.

LEARNING HOLIDAYS Ocean City Elementary School students Morgan Clarke, Colby Fowle, John Crossett and Israel David in Robyn Diesel's kindergarten class learned about different holidays and holiday traditions during the month of December.

MULTIPLICATION KNOWLEDGE BES students in Amanda Hammond's third grade class, Jackson Steele, Marlow Maxa, Sincere Briddell, Sydnie Harrington and Trybe Wise, show their knowledge of multiplication by creating a city skyline.

They placed the building windows into arrays and then described how the arrays represented various multiplication problems.

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AGH PENGUIN SWIM Approximately 1,035 participants ran into the 52-degree ocean near 91st Street on New Year’s Day during the 22nd annual Penguin Swim, a fundraiser for Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, recording the largest crowd to date.

In 22 years, the Penguin Swim has raised more than $1 million for AGH. The goal for this year was $75,075. As of press time, the 2016 Penguin Swim generated well over the goal with $104,000 raised for AGH, and the number is expected to rise as organizers are still counting and taking donations.

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Inaugural Restaurant Week in Berlin planned Jan. 11-17

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) Berlin will host its first Restaurant Week beginning on Monday, Jan. 11 and continuing through Jan. 17 to showcase dining options throughout town.

During the event, more than a dozen restaurants will offer special prices on select menus.

“Berlin has never had a restaurant week, and it’s a way to give back to locals in January,” said Ivy Wells, Berlin’s economic and community development director. “For a small town, we have a lot of restaurants who serve breakfast, lunch and dinner.”

Restaurants slated to participate include Siculi, Leaky Petes, Main Street Deli, Blacksmith, Crush N Crab, Berlin Coffee House, Baked Desserts Café, Drummers Café, the Globe, the Burley Inn Tavern, Raynes Reef, Burley Oak, Maryland Wine Bar and On What Grounds.

“Everyone in town is participating, and it’s all about community in Berlin,” said Denise Cooper, general manager of Siculi. “Participants get to taste all the different restaurants in the ‘coolest small town.’”

The $10 lunch options being offered at Siculi include a choice of a house or Caesar salad, a one-topping small pizza and cannoli, or a cup of soup, a half chicken salad sandwich and a cannoli.

“Our thin-crust pizza has won the

[Delmarva Media Group] People’s Choice award the past two years,” Cooper said.

For dinner, patrons pay $20 for three courses, including an appetizer, choice of house or Caesar salad and an entrée.

Appetizer choices are eggplant parmesan, meatballs or garlic shrimp. Diners choose between three entrees: filet mignon with two grilled shrimp, potatoes and vegetables, an eggplant parmesan with pasta, or tortellini in a lobster cream sauce.

“Our tortellini is homemade; all our sauces are made from scratch, and it makes a big difference,” Cooper said.

For lunch or dinner, the Main Street Deli will offer $8 sandwiches including pulled pork, pulled chicken, buffalo chicken, chicken parmesan or meatball with a soft drink and chips.

“We have good food for a good price,” said Main Street Deli Owner Dave Koontz. “Come eat lunch and walk it off at the many antique stores in Berlin.”

The Berlin Coffee House will serve $6.95 Belgian waffles with or without sausage, and a house coffee or tea.

For lunch or dinner, patrons can grab a hamburger, fries and a soft drink at Raynes Reef for $10.

Leaky Petes will offer a grilled cheese sandwich with Swiss cheese, apples and Dijon mustard, in addition to a bowl of cream of crab soup

Participating Restaurants

-Siculi, Main Street -Leaky Petes, Main Street -Main Street Deli, Main Street -Blacksmith, Pitts Street -Crush N Crab, Main Street -Berlin Coffee House, Jefferson Street -Baked Desserts Café, Bay Street -Drummers Café, inside Atlantic Hotel, Main Street -The Globe, Broad Street -The Burley Inn Tavern, Pitts Street -Raynes Reef, Main Street -Burley Oak, Old Ocean City Boulevard.

-Maryland Wine Bar, Main Street -On What Grounds, Main Street for $10.95 during lunchtime. For dinner, a pork osso bucco over creamy grits, demi-glace and root vegetables will be available for $23.95.

Local realtor Cam Bunting came up with the idea to show the variety of restaurants in Berlin. Wells also pitched in, setting up a Facebook page where most of the menus are listed.

“Berlin is thriving, and it’s an opportunity to experience all the new restaurants we have and make it worth their while,” Wells said.

For more information and a list of all menus, visit the Berlin Restaurant Facebook page at www.facebook.com/events/17164474 05254667, or visit www.BerlinMainStreet.com.

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SDMS KIWANIS BUILDERS CLUB Stephen Decatur Middle School has an active Kiwanis Builders Club sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines - Ocean City. It is one of six Kiwanis Student Leadership Program (SLP) clubs in local schools sponsored by the parent organization. SDMS members were installed on Dec. 7.

FUN PAINTING Students enjoy painting in Golda Davis’ Art class at Seaside Christian Academy. Pictured are first graders Cami Moreland and Charley Davis, and kindergartener Simon Fetters.

RESEARCH Mya Williamson and Jake Parsons from Faith Murray’s fourth grade class at Ocean City Elementary School are pictured using laptops to research ferrets and chinchillas for their classroom nonexperimental Science Fair project. Once all of the information is collected, it will be used in a PowerPoint presentation for the OCES Science Fair.

CHRISTMAS PROGRAM Worcester Prep fourth graders, from left, Sage Tunnell, Isabella Sapna, Dylan Simons and Lebby Becker prepare to sing on stage during the 45th annual Worcester Prep Christmas Candlelight Program on Dec. 11.

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DINING GUIDE ■ CREDIT CARDS: V-Visa, MC-Master Card, AEAmerican Express, DIS-Discover ■ PRICE RANGE: $, $$, $$$ ________________________________ ■ 32 PALM, 32nd Street, in the Hilton Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2525 / www.oceancityhilton.com/dining / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Western Caribbean cuisine, Eastern Shore favorites, gourmet and tasty liquid desserts.

■ ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717 / www.ocitalianfood.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Serving homemade Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and pasta.

Elegant dining room with fireplace. Early bird specials every day from 5-6 p.m.

■ BILLY’S SUB SHOP, 120th Street, Food Lion Shopping Center, 410-723-2500; 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. Fast delivery.

Open 7 days 11 a.m. – 3 a.m. Ocean City’s most famous sub and pizza shop since 1959. An OC tradition where a sandwich is a meal, serving fresh dough pizza, subs, burgers, cones, shakes and sundaes with beach delivery available.

■ BJ’S ON THE WATER, 75th Street, Ocean City 410-524-7575 / www.bjsonthewater. com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open year-round. Entire dining menu served 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week. Daily specials, daily duck feeding.

Entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. No cover. Available for parties and banquets.

Indoor and outdoor dining.

■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR, 94th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3983 / www.bluefishoc.com / $-$$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Japanese and Chinese restaurant and sushi bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Dine in, take out and delivery available.

■ BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH, 116th Street & Coastal Hwy., (Behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium), Ocean City 443-6642896 / www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com / $$$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations recommended for large parties / Children’s menu/ Full bar / Eastern Shore fare with a New Orleans Flare.

Seafood, Steaks & Pasta dishes—Specializing in Jambalaya, Creole, & Gumbo. Home of the Ragin’ Cajun Bloody Mary. Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. Weekly entertainment. Like us on Facebook.

■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT, 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-289-7192 / www.captainstableoc.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Family-owned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott.

■ COACHES CORNER, 74th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-723-2468 / $ / V-MCDIS/ No reservations required / Children’s menu / Open 7 days a week, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Happy hour, 6-7 a.m. Serving breakfast all day and lunch.

Our restaurant offers casual dining atmosphere for families. Family owned and operated, everything home made from our white egg omelets to fresh squeezed OJ. ■ COINS, 28th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524 3100 / www.coinspub.com / $-$$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar/ Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. Our restaurant offers a casual dining atmosphere for families. Best crab cakes in town, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood. Everything homemade. Happy hour 3-6 p.m., 6 days a week and early bird 4-6 p.m., daily specials. Closed Mondays.

■ DOUGH ROLLER, South Division Street & Boardwalk, 410-289-3501; 3rd Street & Boardwalk, 410-289-2599; 41st Street & Coastal Hwy, 410-524-9254; 70th Street & Coastal Hwy, 410524-7981 / www.DoughRollerRestaurants.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Ocean City’s Favorite Family Restaurant for 35 years! Great kid’s menu. Day-

ton’s Boardwalk Famous Fried Chicken now available at 41st and 70th St locations. Off-season special pricing and online ordering now available at both Coastal Highway locations. Visit our website for more information.

■ DUFFYS, 130th St., in Montego Bay Shopping Ctr. & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250 1449 / www.duffysoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining, indoor or outdoor seating.

Irish fare and American cuisine. Something for everyone. Our menu features appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks and seafood. Second Season & Daily Dinner Specials. Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m., serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Dine In, Carry Out. Happy Hour, daily, noon to 6 pm.

■ FAGER’S ISLAND RESTAURANT & BAR, 60th Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-524-5500 / www.fagers.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted in the dining room only / Children’s menu / Full bar / Upscale restaurant on the bay. Casual fine dining, fresh fish, prime rib and seafood. Lighter fare menu served on our decks or inside.

■ FOX’S PIZZA DEN, 31225 American Parkway, Selbyville, Del. 302-436-FOXS / www.foxspizzade.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Sit-down bar and restaurant. Full menu includes pizza, pastas, salads, sandwiches and more. Specializing pizza and chef specials. Open daily for lunch and dinner at 11 a.m. Take out and delivery.

■ GROTTO PIZZA, 14th Street on the boardwalk, Ocean City 443-664-2617 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full Bar / OC’s newest spot to watch people on the boardwalk, indoor dining and deck dining.

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. 125th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410250-1234 / Serving lunch and dinner. Open 7 days. Grotto Pizza is a family casual dining restaurant that specializes in award winning pizza and hospitality. The full menu includes pizza, pasta, sandwiches, subs, appetizers, salads, beer, wine, cocktails and Grotto Gelato. Takeout available.

■ HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL, 12841 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-213-1846 / www.ocharborside.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Casual waterfront dining serving seafood, steaks, sandwiches, salads, wraps and pasta. Home of the “Original Orange Crush.” Entertainment Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

■ HARPOON HANNA’S RESTAURANT & BAR, Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del. www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com / $$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual waterfront restaurant serving lunch, dinner. Fresh fish, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and all-you-can-eat Alaskan crab legs.

Open year-round.

■ HEMINGWAY’S AT THE CORAL REEF, 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612 / www.ocmdhotels.com/hemingways / $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Elegant dining room, Floridian/island-style cuisine. Seafood, tropical salsas, grilled steaks, pork chops, grilled pineapple, banana fritters, entree salads.

■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE, 31st Street, Ocean City, 410-289-2581 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / We have proudly served Ocean City, Maryland for over 40 years. Known for All You Can Eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs.

■ HOOTERS, Route 50 & Keyser Point Road, West Ocean City 410-213-1841 / www.hootersofoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Open daily at 11 a.m. Delicious burgers, garden salads, wings and signature seafood entrees. Large parties welcome. Happy hour daily. Carry out available. Year round location. Live entertainment on weekends. Call for private party information.

■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535 /

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www.clarionoc.com / $-$$ ($20-45) / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Open tables / Children’s menu / Full bar / Horizons Oceanfront Restaurant is proud to serve delicious, beach-inspired dishes in both our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. New all-day menu, available 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., features many favorites, as well as exciting new creations with a local flare. Deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet open year-round and AUCE prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet available most weekends.

■ JOHNNY’S PIZZA PUB, 56th Street, Ocean City 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. Huge variety of calzones, subs, burgers and sandwiches to choose from. Ocean City’s place for jumbo wings with 20 different sauces.

Voted best sound system for live music. Carry out or delivery til 2 a.m.

■ JULES FINE DINING, 118th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3396 / www.ocjules.com / $$, $$$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Local fare, global flair. Fresh seafood year-round, fresh local produce.

■ KY WEST BAR & RESTAURANT, 5401 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 443-664-2836 / www.kywestoceancity.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Ky West is becoming the local's fine dining and casual fare destination. Ocean City's best veal chop, the freshest seafood and great pasta dishes. Our experienced chefs deliver the finest in cuisine nightly. Ky West has a fine dining side, as well as a beautiful bar best described as New York funky chic. Whether you chill out on our sofas, hang in the bar, or grab a table, Ky West will provide excellent food & drink for a great dining adventure.

■ MIONE’S PIZZA & ITAILIAN RESTURANT, Route 50 (Tanger Outlets), West Ocean City 410-213-2231 / www.mionesoc.com / $ / V-MCAE-DIS / Beer, wine / Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. Come and enjoy family New York style pizza, subs and pasta. Daily lunch and dinner specials.

Eat in or carry out.

■ POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN, Route 50, West Ocean City 443-664-2105 / $ / V-MC / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, year-round. Every Monday and Tuesday, two-piece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo.

■ ROPEWALK, 82nd Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-524-1109 / www.ropewalkoc.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full Bar / OC’s newest spot to watch the sunsets. Indoor dining and bar, deck dining and tiki bar. Serving lunch and dinner in relaxed casual atmosphere. Happy hour specials all day and all night every day available at tables and bar.

■ ROPEWALK - A FENWICK ISLAND OYSTER HOUSE, 700 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-581-0153 / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Closed until Feb. 5. Taking Valentine’s Day reservations.

■ SEASONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 118th Street, in the Carousel Oceanfront Hotel and Condos, Ocean City 410-524-1000 / www.carouselhotel.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open seven days a week. Oceanfront dining in a casual atmosphere. Serving breakfast from 711 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.

■ SHRIMP BOAT, 9924 Stephen Decatur Highway, West Ocean City 410-213-0448 / shrimpboatoc.com / $- $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Beer, wine / Steamed crabs and shrimp. Full menu featuring homemade soups, salads, seafood appetizers, fish and shrimp tacos, crab cakes, sandwiches, seafood dinner entrees, burgers and wings. Fresh seafood market with daily shrimp specials.

■ SICULI RUSTIC ITALIAN KITCHEN, 104 N. Main St., Berlin 410-629-0550 / FB-Siculi Italian Kitchen / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full Bar / Family friendly. Open for lunch and dinner, 11 a.m.; Sunday brunch, 10:30 a.m.

Locally sourced, freshly prepared. Award-winning brick oven pizza, steaks, seafood, chicken and veal selections. Daily lunch, happy hour and dinner specials.

■ SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE, 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762 / www.skyebaroc.com / $$-$$$ / V-M-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Enjoy lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare in the Skye, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Amazing views of Ocean City, the ocean and bay with spectacular sunsets overlooking Sunset Island.

Celebrate happy hour, 3-6 p.m. with great food and drink specials.

■ THE COTTAGE CAFE, Route 1 (across from Sea Colony), Bethany Beach, Del. 302-539-8710 / www.cottagecafe.com / $, $$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Seafood, kids’ menu, happy hour specials.

Lunch and dinner daily. Breakfast buffet on weekends.

■ THE COVE AT OCEAN PINES, 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410-641-7501 / www.oceanpines.org/ $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS/No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / The Cove at Ocean Pines Yacht Club in a gorgeous bayfront setting, specializing in coastal cuisine. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.

Open Thursday at 4 p.m. for dinner. Open FridaySunday at 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for brunch buffet. Friday and/or Saturday, live entertainment. Sunday brunch buffet, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Happy Hour Thursday-Sunday, 4-7 p.m.

■ 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.

■ TONY LUKES, 33rd Street, Ocean City 410524 0500 / www.tonylukes.com / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our restaurant offers authentic cheesesteaks, roast pork and chicken cutlet sandwiches, burgers, salads and desserts at family friendly prices. Eat in and carry out.

■ VICTORIAN ROOM RESTAURANT, Dunes Manor Hotel, OCEANFRONT at 28th and Baltimore Ave, Ocean City 410-289-1100 / www.dunesmanor.com / $$ - $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations not required but recommended / Full Bar / Children’s menu / Open year round. An elegant oceanfront dining atmosphere with local, farm to table/sea to table cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily 7:30am to 9:00pm (Fri & Sat to 10pm). Also featuring Zippy Lewis Lounge with happy hour from 4-7p.m., featuring Craft Beer selections and appetizer menu; Milton’s Out Door Cafe; and the Barefoot Beach Bar in season.

■ VINNY’S PIZZA & ITALIAN GRILL, 25th Street and Philadelphia Avenue, Ocean City 410-3903713 / www.vinnyspizzaanditlaiangrille.com / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Beer, wine / Serving lunch and dinner. Our restaurant offers authentic Italian food featuring subs and fabulous authentic Italian entrees.

Hand tossed, made from scratch pizzas. Family friendly, eat in and carry out.

■ WHISKERS PUB, 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-524-2609 / www.whiskerspub.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Old World saloon-type feel, Whisker’s is famous for its Certified Angus®burgers and delicious casual fare, as well as its entertaining atmosphere and photo lined walls of famous and infamous “whiskers.” Enjoy flat screen TVs to watch your favorite sports. Call for hours.

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Eunice Q. Sorin Scholarship Prog.

(Jan. 8, 2016) The Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce Foundation developed the Eunice Q. Sorin Scholarship as an instrument for enhancing both the workforce and economic development in the region.

The scholarship program aims to support and encourage local students who have plans to pursue any field of study. The program provides annual awards to individuals who are: • Pursuing a college degree (graduating high school senior) • Upgrading their skills (currently in the workforce) The scholarship program began in 2011 because of the pioneering efforts of Eunice Sorin, a businesswoman

and philanthropist who passed away in 2012, leaving a lasting impact on the local community. She played an active role in the Ocean City and Berlin communities, running a highly successful business that allowed her to become a generous sponsor and donor to many great causes.

She spent her life in the service industry in Ocean City and made a bequest to the chamber with the stipulation that scholarships be given in her name. Sorin also fostered a sincere and lifelong interest in the well-being of youth, education and the importance of accessible opportunities for advancement in the local community. To that end, the Foundation strives to uphold

the ideals established by her by continuing to raise funds each year to award scholarships to deserving young people in the community in her name.

To be selected, a student must demonstrate scholastic ability, character, leadership and a strong commitment to community. Each application is reviewed by a board of prominent business leaders that share in the Foundation’s mission.

The applications are reviewed in a blind process against specific criteria.

Since its inception, more than $18,000 in scholarship money has been awarded.

Visit https://occhamberfoundation.org/scholarship/ to apply for the scholarship by Feb. 1.

JANUARY 8, 2016

Christmas tree collection sites

(Jan. 8, 2016) The Solid Waste Division of Worcester County’s annual collection of Christmas trees runs through Friday, Jan. 15.

Drop off trees at Central Landfill in Newark and the Berlin, Pocomoke and Snow Hill Homeowners Convenience Centers at no cost to area residents only.

Snow Hill area residents may dispose of their trees at the Central Landfill. Businesses and organizations that sold trees will not be permitted to drop off trees at the convenience centers, but may take them to the Central Landfill where applicable tipping fees will be assessed.

Call 410-632-3177 for more info.

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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. Jan. 8 Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway (behind St. Luke’s Church), Ocean City.

Doors open at 5 p.m. and games begin at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments for sale. Info: 410-524-7994.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BINGO —

BASKET AND GIFT CARD BINGO — Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department, main station, 10709 Bishopville Road. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; early bird games start at 6 p.m.; and regular games begin at 7 p.m. Cost is $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Twenty games including 10 basket and 10 gift cards. Early bird games, specials, 50/50, door prize and food and beverage available. Tickets: 410-352-3101.

8TH ANNUAL BEEF ‘N BEER FUNDRAISER — Ocean Pines Community Center, 235

Ocean Parkway, 5-9 p.m. All-you-caneat beef dinner, door prizes, live auction and live entertainment including OP Youth Theatre and a special performance by Tommy Edward (Rod Stewart impersonator). Cost is $30, benefiting Wounded Soldiers of Maryland. Tickets: Anna Foultz, 410-641-7667 or Larry Walton, 443-831-1791.

LAPTIME — Berlin library, 220 N. Main

St., 10:30 a.m. Children, two years and younger, will be introduced to stories, songs, games and finger plays. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-6410650.

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. For 2-5 year old children.

Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410208-4014.

STORY TIME ‘MONKEY BUSINESS’ —

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. Featuring “The Pecan Man”

by Cassie Dandridge Selleck. Info: 410208-4014.

OCEAN PINES BOOK OF THE MONTH —

SAT. Jan. 9

‘PROJECT 22’ SCREENING — Church of the Holy Spirit, 10001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 1 p.m. A film that seeks to end the epidemic of veteran and military suicides. No charge. A discussion session led by a Suicide Prevention Outreach Specialist and a veteran will follow the screening.

Information on crisis response resources and veterans’ services available. Info: 410-723-1973 or 443-982-2716.

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road,

OCEAN PINES ANGLERS CLUB MEETING —

9:30 a.m. Mike Malpezzi, the new Maryland Artificial Reef Coordinator, will discuss anglers attitudes and behavior and their relationship to Marylands Artificial Reef Initiative and the sign-up effort for this year’s fishing survey. All welcome.

Info: Jack Barnes, 410-641-7662.

LIBRARY ENROLLMENT DAY WITH MARYLAND HEALTH CONNECTION — Ocean

Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road and Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., 9 a.m. to 1 a.m. Help for individuals and families seeking to enroll in affordable health care. Info: 855-445-5540.

BLESSING OF THE WATERS — On the beach at 90th Street, Ocean City, 12:30-2 p.m.

Hosted by the St. George Greek Orthodox Church, priests will bless a wooden cross before tossing it into the surf. Swimmer will retrieve the cross and later have an off-site luncheon. Info: Petros Gjikuria, stgeorgeoc@gmail.com or 443-497-1511.

MODEL TRAIN DISPLAYS — Delaware Sea-

side Railroad Club, Clayton Crossing, 32422 Royal Blvd., Dagsboro, Del., Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., year round. See five layouts. Info: Bill Ziegler, wjziegler1@verizon.net or 302-537-0964.

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

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.

ILY GROUP MEETING — Woodlands in Ocean Pines, Independent Living Apartment Building, 1135 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, 7:30 p.m.

MON. Jan. 11 Berlin group No. 169, Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 5-6:30 p.m.

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

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING —

WRITING FOR WELLNESS — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 1:30-3 p.m.

Writing about stressful experiences, like illness, may boost health and psychological well-being. No prior writing experience needed. Info: Don Winslow, 410-208-6613.

STEAM PM ‘WATERCOLOR PAINTING WORKSHOP’ — Snow Hill library, 307 N.

Washington St., 3:45 p.m. “Searching for Treasures With Friends” with Jan Coulbourne. For children 6 years and older. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-632-3495.

SOCIAL 1 1/2 — Bethany United

Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m. Christian social club for those 50 and older are welcome to enjoy games, activities, bike rides, prayer and friendship. Info: 410-641-2136 or Bethany21811@gmail.com.

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. Jan. 12

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2:30-4 p.m. This is a very important reorganization meeting to discuss future plans and agenda for the group. No reservation, no fee. Info: www.DelmarvaParkinsonsAlliance.org or Ron and Mary Leidner, 410-208-0525.

NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP — Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 2, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 6:30-8 p.m. Offers shared wisdom and problem solving for family members of persons with mental illness. The group is free. Info: Carole Spurrier, 410-2084003, carolespurrier@msn.com or Gail S. Mansell, 410-641-9725, gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org.

IPAD CHICKS - INTERMEDIATE — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10 a.m. to noon. Drop in to the intermediate session. Men welcome. Info: 410-208-4014.

PLAY TIME — Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., 10:30-11:30 a.m. For infant to 5 year old children. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-641-0650.

STORY TIME ‘THESE ARE A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS’ — Pocomoke library, 301

Market St., 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-957-0878.

Berlin group 331, Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 5:30-7 p.m. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Info: jeanduck47@gmail.com.

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SUN. Jan. 10

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.

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 FAM-

LEARNING CODING To practice coding and mastering sight words during National Science Education Week, held Dec. 7-13, Worcester Prep kindergarten students Keerat Brar, left, and Kinzie Bunting program directional commands in BeeBot Robots to search for words.

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CALENDAR ness, 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.

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WED. Jan. 13 RELAY FOR LIFE NORTH WORCESTER KICK OFF 2016 — Ocean Pines library, 11107

Cathell Road, 6 p.m. Play interactive games while learning about the history of The American Cancer Society. Begin planning for the 2016 Relay For Life held on May 6. Info: Dawn Hodge, 443497-1198; Dj Thompson, 443-366-5440; or Jill Elliott, 410-430-8131.

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

THE BLUES PROJECT — Ocean Pines li-

brary, 11107 Cathell Road, 2 p.m. Blues music with Chris English and Ted Nichols. Info: 410-208-4014.

Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 2 p.m. Featuring “The Book of Unknown Americans” by Cristina Henriquez. Info: 410-524-1818.

OCEAN CITY BOOK OF THE MONTH —

MODEL TRAIN DISPLAYS — Delaware Sea-

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

BINGO — Every Wednesday at Ocean

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

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

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

KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OCEAN PINES/OCEAN CITY — Meets every Wednesday at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway. Doors open at 7 a.m., meeting begins at 8 a.m. Info: 410-6417330 or www.kiwanisofopoc.org.

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. Jan. 14 Stephen Decatur High School, 9913 Seahawk Road, Berlin, 6-8 p.m. Celebrating the visual and performing arts, the festival will showcase student photography, painting, drawing, crafts, as well as student dances and musical and theatrical

6TH ANNUAL ARTS R MAGIC FESTIVAL —

performances. Displays and events will be located along the main hallway, in the Media Center and the auditorium. Info: 410-641-2171.

IPAD CHICKS - BEGINNERS — Ocean Pines

library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10 a.m. to noon. Explore the world of iPads while learning from each other. Register: Norma Kessler, 410-641-7017. (Men welcome.)

ZUMBA — Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., 1 p.m., Thursdays, Jan. 7-28. Get your groove on and get fit. Register: 410-957-0878.

CELIAC SUPPORT GROUP — Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, second Thursday of each month, 7-8 p.m. Support and information for those affected by celiac disease. Info: Betty Bellarin, 410603-0210.

STORY TIME ‘SNOW’ — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. For 2-5 year old children. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-208-4014.

YOUNG & RESTLESS ‘SPACE TRAVEL’ — Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 a.m. Science, art and imagination for 3 to 7 year old children. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-632-3495.

WRITING WITH RUTH — Ocean City li-

brary, 10003 Coastal Highway, 1-3 p.m.

Local writers gather to share their works.

All writers welcome. Info: 410-524-1818.

FARMERS’ MARKET — Urban Nectar, 10019

Old Ocean City Boulevard, Berlin, 3-6 p.m. Featuring local in season produce, gluten free and gluten full baked products, eggs, honey, kettle korn, natural pet treats, soaps and more. Info: 410-713-8803.

BEACH SINGLES — Every Thursday,

Beach Singles 45-Plus meets for happy

hour at Harpoon Hanna’s, 39064 Harpoon Road, Fenwick Island, Del., 4 p.m.

Info: Arlene, 302-436-9577; Kate, 410524-0649; or Dianne, 302-541-4642.

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.

COASTAL HOSPICE GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 11 a.m. Free and open to anyone who has lost a loved one, not just Coastal Hospice families. Info: 410-251-8163.

ONGOING EVENTS

DIGITAL DROP IN — Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., during January. Get help with your new e-reader or tablet. Drop in anytime, any day or schedule an individual tutorial: 410-641-0650.

MAKE AND TAKE CRAFTS — Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, all through January. The Craft Cart contains supplies to make: picture frames, jewelry and other artwork. Make what you like and take what you make. For teens. Info: 410-524-1818.

WSW SUPPORT GROUP — OC Office, 12216 Ocean Gateway, Unit 1500, West Ocean City, 1 p.m., third Wednesday of each month. Info: Mary Henderson, 410-213-1177.

FRIDAY NIGHT SERVICES — Temple Bat

Yam, 11036 Worcester Highway, Berlin, every Friday, 7:30 p.m. A reform Jewish Synagogue. Info: 410-641-4311.

MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT & ADVOCACY GROUP — St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 10301 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, noon to 1:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Fridays of every month. Info: 410-524-7474.

WORCESTER COUNTY PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP — Ocean Pines library,

11107 Cathell Road, second Tuesday of each month, 2:30 p.m. Speakers, exercise, discussions and more. Info: 410208-3132.

STAR CHARITIES MEETING — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10 a.m., on the first Friday of each month. Meeting of volunteers. Info: Anna Foultz, 410641-7667.

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SDHS SGA FOOD DRIVE Stephen Decatur High School Student Government Association members boxed more than 2,500 pounds of canned goods collected from the student body during the annual food drive held the first week of December. SDHS donated all non-perishable goods to Diakonia shelter in West Ocean City.

Pictured are Diakonia representatives Ken Jones and Anna O'Neill and SDHS Student Government Association members, from left, Cody Maykrantz, Reagan Dunham, Olivia Kurtz, Caroline Hammond and Maury Izzett.

JANUARY 8, 2016

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

HELP WANTED

Somerset Jewelers Two retail jobs, experience please. Dunes Manor Hotel location - FT/YR. Apply in person. Boardwalk - FT season/ PT winter. Flexible hours.

Apply 412 South Boardwalk, weekends or mail resume P.O. Box 512, OC, MD 21843.

HELP WANTED

Gray’s Towing & Road Service. FT, Nights, weekends a must. Ability to pass background check, physical required. Frankford 302-7329823 Classifieds www.baysideoc.com www.oceancitytoday.net

****CARPENTER/DRYWALL WANTED**** **********TOP PAY********** ***FOR THE RIGHT PERSON*** Reputable Contractor is looking for a Professional Carpenter/Drywall to serve the Delmarva area. 401K, Health Benefits, Bonuses and Plenty of Overtime if you want it.

Clean Criminal Record & Driver’s License is required.

Drug Free Environment. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Call 443-497-1953

Lacrosse Coach

Worcester Preparatory School, a coeducational college preparatory day school serving over 500 students in grades PK-12, is currently seeking a Middle School Girls Lacrosse Coach. Minimum of 2 yrs. experience and CJIS Background Screening required.

Contact: Matt McGinnis 410-641-3575 or mmcginnis @worcesterprep.org

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Sleeps 12. Walking distance to stores and mall. 443-8802486 OC Winter Rental - 1 Bedroom Efficiency Apt., 47th St., fully furnished. $750/mo. Utilities and cable included. 443506-2738 YR - MIDTOWN OCEANBLOCK First Floor 3BR, 1.5BA Beautifully renovated New appl.’s & hardwood floors. No pets.

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PUBLIC NOTICES JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842

TRUSTEE'S SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE BOARDWALK ONE CONDOMINIUM OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND By virtue of a Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. 23-C-15-1514 the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction on the Boardwalk in front of the condominium building, located at 1st Street and the Boardwalk, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, JANUARY 22, 2016 AT 11:00 am Units 104 106 201 205 209 209 305 501 504 604

Time Intervals 32 37 36 39 25 29 28 35 36 31

Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Boardwalk One Condominium, including an undivided interest in the common elements thereof, as established pursuant to a Condominium Declarations and By-Laws recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and subsequent Declarations of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions recorded among the aforesaid Land

Records.

The property will be sold in an "as is" condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties or guarantees. A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit requirements.

The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the full amount of sale per time interval will be required at the time of sale, such deposit to be in cash or check.

Cost of all recordation taxes, transfer taxes, the 2016 maintenance fee, and all other incidental settlement costs shall be borne by the purchaser. The date of settlement shall be fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, without forfeiting deposit, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser.

For more information, call: James E. Clubb, Jr., Esq. Trustee 410-289-2323 OCD-1/7/3t _________________________________ 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 101 BURLEY ST. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated December 7, 2007 and recorded in Liber

5033, Folio 347 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $160,000.00 and an original interest rate of 6.25% 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 JANUARY 26, 2016 AT 3:36 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust.

The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $15,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including

water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer.

Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest.

PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD.,

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PUBLIC NOTICES TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-1/7/3t _________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 6507 WHITESBURG ROAD SNOW HILL, MD 21863 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Michael W. Cunningham, dated July 14, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4801, Folio 138 among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, with an original principal balance of $144,000.00, and an original interest rate of 4.500%, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Substitute Trustees will sell at public auction at the Courthouse door for the Circuit Court for Worcester County, on January 26, 2016 AT 3:33 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND and the improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property 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 $18,000.00 by certified funds only (no cash will be accepted) is required at the time of auction. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. At the Substitute Trustees’ discretion, the foreclosure purchaser, if a corporation or LLC, must produce evidence, prior to bidding, of the legal formation of such entity. The purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note, its assigns, or designees, shall pay interest on the unpaid purchase money at the note rate from the date of foreclosure auction to the date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees.

In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no abatement of interest. All due and/or unpaid private utility, water and facilities charges, or front foot benefit payments, are payable by the purchaser without adjustment. Real estate taxes and all other public charges, or assessments, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, or condo/HOA assessments, not otherwise divested by ratification of the sale, to be adjusted as of the date of foreclosure auction, unless the purchaser is the foreclosing lender or its designee. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses, and all other costs incident to settlement, shall be

borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property.

Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward.

TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. If the purchaser shall fail to comply with the terms of the sale or fails to go to settlement within ten (10) days of ratification of the sale, the Substitute Trustees may, in addition to any other available remedies, declare the entire deposit forfeited and resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser, and the purchaser agrees to pay reasonable attorneys’ fees for the Substitute Trustees, plus all costs incurred, if the Substitute Trustees have filed the appropriate motion with the Court to resell the property. Purchaser waives personal service of any paper filed in connection with such a motion on himself and/or any principal or corporate designee, and expressly agrees to accept service of any such paper by regular mail directed to the address provided by said bidder at the time of foreclosure auction. In such event, the defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of resale, reasonable attorney’s fees, and all other charges due and incidental and consequential damages, and any deficiency in the underlying secured debt. The purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property. If the Substitute Trustees cannot convey insurable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be the return of the deposit. The sale is subject to post-sale confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of his deposit without interest.

Edward S. Cohn, Stephen N. Goldberg, Richard E. Solomon, Richard J. Rogers, Randall J. Rolls, and David W. Simpson, Jr., Substitute Trustees Mid-Atlantic Auctioneers, LLC (410) 825-2900 www.mid-atlanticauctioneers.com OCD-1/7/3t _________________________________ 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 734 OCEAN PKWY. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Timothy E. Huntsberry, dated February 23, 2009 and recorded in Liber 5212,

folio 190 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 JANUARY 15, 2016 AT 1:15 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Tax ID #03040410 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 $28,000 by cash or certified check.

Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co. Interest to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received in the office of the Sub. Trustees. There will be no abatement of interest in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason. The noteholder shall not be obligated to pay interest if it is the purchaser.

TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of all real property taxes, including agricultural taxes, if applicable, and any and all public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges and ground rent, to be adjusted to date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale forward. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. Additional terms to be announced at the time of sale.

If the Sub. Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law and equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without interest.

If the purchaser fails to go to settlement, the deposit shall be forfeited, to the Trustees for application against all expenses, attorney’s fees and the full commission on the sale price of the above-scheduled foreclosure sale. In the event of default, all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then re-advertise and resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser or may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser without reselling

the property. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any, even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulting purchaser and the defaulting purchaser shall be liable to the Trustees and secured party for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses incurred in connection with all litigation involving the Property or the proceeds of the resale.

Trustees’ file number 59232.

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-12/31/3t _________________________________ 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 12917 LAKE AVE. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from James D. Fletcher, dated November 10, 2010 and recorded in Liber 5576, folio 368 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 JANUARY 8, 2016 AT 1:05 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Tax ID #10-008689 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 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

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PUBLIC NOTICES 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 57354.

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-12/24/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 731 ANCHOR CHAIN RD. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Sylwester W. Dabrowski a/k/a Slyvester W. Dabrowski, dated October 30, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4866, folio 408 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 Sub-

stitute 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

908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-12/24/3t _________________________________

JANUARY 11, 2016 AT 3:02 PM

McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

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 $35,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser.

There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser.

Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #15-613623) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 609 MARKET ST. POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Paula Jenkins and Cleveland Jenkins a/k/a Cleveland S. Jenkins, dated May 9, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4703, folio 176 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 JANUARY 11, 2016 AT 3:03 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 $26,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 6.25% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser.

There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed

thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser.

Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2013-36853) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-12/24/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 11 142ND ST., UNIT #315 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Yolanda B. Mandley and Vincent E. Mandley, dated June 8, 2012 and recorded in Liber 5946, folio 240 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 JANUARY 11, 2016 AT 3:04 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and described as Unit No. 315 in Phase III, in “Hawaiian Village Condominium” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $37,000 at the

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PUBLIC NOTICES time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser.

There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser.

Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #15-612957) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-12/24/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 706 TWIN TREE RD. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Linda Young-Hedrick, dated August 5, 2003 and recorded in Liber 3835, folio 547 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties se-

cured 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

ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-12/24/3t _________________________________

JANUARY 11, 2016 AT 3:05 PM

BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Boulevard, Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

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 $11,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser.

There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser.

Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #15-614632) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 10045 FRIENDSHIP RD. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated March 25, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4077, Folio 427 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $112,000.00 and an original interest rate of 5.875% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 12, 2016 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 $11,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other

taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer.

Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest.

PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-12/24/3t _________________________________ 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.

ANISHA M. WARRINGTON 909 Clarke Avenue Pocomoke City, MD 21851 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15001231

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 16th day of December, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 909 Clarke Avenue, 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 18th day of January, 2016, pro-

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PUBLIC NOTICES vided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 11th day of January, 2016.

The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $73,150.00.

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-12/24/3t _________________________________ 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.

WILLIAM A. FEARS 103 West Buckingham Road Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15000902

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 18th day of December, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 103 West Buckingham Road, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 18th day of January, 2016, 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 11th day of January, 2016.

The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $83,000.00.

Susan R. Braniecki Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-12/24/3t _________________________________ CHRISTOPHER T. WOODLEY ESQ. WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY P.O. BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16281 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF ROBERT RAY MANNING Notice is given that Stephen Patrick Manning, 82 Battersea Road, Berlin, MD 21811, was on December 15, 2015 appointed Personal

Representative of the estate of Robert Ray Manning who died on October 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 15th day of June, 2016.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Stephen Patrick Manning 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: December 24, 2015 OCD-12/24/3t _________________________________ KATHRYN V. WESTBROOK ESQ. P.O. BOX 1109 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16344 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF HAROLD JAMES HOLLOWAY JR. Notice is given that Barbara Ann Holloway, 8947 Libertytown Road, Berlin, MD 21811, was on December 17, 2015 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Harold James Halloway Jr. who died on August 21, 2015, without a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 17th day of June, 2016.

Any person having a claim

against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Barbara Ann Holloway 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: December 24, 2015 OCD-12/24/3t _________________________________ 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.

ANTHONY J. GAMBINO, JR. LYNNETTE A. GAMBINO 108 120th Street, Unit #816 a/k/a Unit #8 Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C14001215

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 18th day of December, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 108 120th Street, Unit #816, a/k/a Unit #8, Ocean City, MD 21842, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 18th day of January, 2016, 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 11th day of January, 2016.

The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $137,600.00.

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-12/24/3t _________________________________ 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.

JAMES PRETE ROXANNE PRETE 110 Upshur Lane Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-15-001297

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 4th day of January, 2016, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 110 Upshur Lane, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 1st day of February, 2016, 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 25th day of January, 2016.

The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $142,420.00.

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-1/7/3t _________________________________ 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.

JEFFREY A. HEBDITCH CAROLINE FALLS-HEBDITCH 9400 Coastal Highway, Unit #1101 Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15001041

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 31st day of December, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 9400 Coastal Highway, Unit #1101, Ocean City, MD

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PUBLIC NOTICES 21842, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 1st day of February, 2016, 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 25th day of January, 2016.

The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $205,040.00.

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-1/7/3t _________________________________

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of Hugh Cropper IV, Esquire, on behalf of and on the lands of Ocean City Projects, LLC, requesting a variance to the Atlantic Coastal Bays Critical Area buffer regulations from 50 feet to 16.4 feet (an encroachment of 33.6 feet into the buffer management area), associated with a proposed single-family dwelling in the R-2 Suburban Residential District, classified as IDA Intensely Developed Area in the Atlantic Coastal Bays Critical Area, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(m), ZS 1-206(b)(2) and ZS 1305, and Natural Resources Article Sections NR 3-104(c)(4) and NR 3111, located at 13036 North Shore Road, at the southeast end of North Shore Road, Tax Map 22, Parcel 367, Lot 20 in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS OCD-12/31/2t _________________________________

OF PUBLIC HEARING WORCESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA

THURSDAY, JANUARY 14, 2016 Pursuant to the provisions of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Board of Zoning Appeals for Worcester County, in the Board Room (Room 1102) on the first floor of the Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland.

6:30 p.m.

Case No. 15-50, on the application of Mark S. Cropper, Esquire, on behalf of and on the lands of the Johnson Family Trust requesting a special exception (transient use) for use of land to hold celebration functions and parties, in the A-1 Agricultural District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(3), ZS 1105(c)(5) & ZS 1-337(a), located at 7530 Cedartown Road, approximately 970 feet east of Double Bridges Road, Tax Map 56, Parcel 100, Lot 1, in the Second Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

6:35 p.m.

Case No. 16-2, on the lands of Francis Scott Key Motel, LLC requesting a special exception to expand non-conforming structures (cottage rental units) not to exceed fifty percent (50%) of the gross floor area and cubic content of the original units, associated with the proposed reconstruction of the eight cottages on property currently zoned R-3 Multifamily Residential District, and requesting a variance to the Ordinance prescribed left side yard setback of 6 feet to 5 feet (an encroachment of one foot), pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1116(c)(3), ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1116(c)(5), ZS 1-207(b)(2), ZS 1-122(d)(1) and ZS 1-305, on property located at 9838 Elm Street, approximately 0.2 miles south of Ocean Gateway (SR 50), Tax Map 27, Parcel 207, Lots 16, 17, 18 and 19, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

6:40 p.m.

Case No. 16-1, on the application

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS BOARD OF PORT WARDENS Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 106, “Waterways,” Article II – “Shoreline Development” of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Port Wardens Ordinance of Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD Thursday January 14, 2016 At 2:00 PM A request has been submitted to remove 10 mooring piles & replace with 10 mooring piles 6’ channel ward, relocate a 3’ x10’ tapered pier maximum 10’ channel ward. Located at 3701 Coastal Hwy Parcel # 4242 in the Town of OC, MD. Applicant: Coastal Compliance Solutions LLC Owner: Bradley on the Bay PW15-205 A request has been submitted to install one boatlift with all associated poles. Maximum channel ward extension of 25’.Located at 2818 Tern Dr. Slip 14 Parcel # 4717 in the Town of OC, MD. Applicant Hidden Oak Farms LLC Owner: David Sun PW15-206 A request has been submitted install 60’ +/- vinyl bulkhead with returns, remove floating dock & install 4 pole jetski lift, install 4 pole boatlift reconstruct 6’x11’ perpendicular pier, reconstruct 5’x40’ parallel dock replace existing boatlift with poles.

Project to maintain existing channel ward distance 35’. Located at 300 Blue Heron Ct Parcel # 5313A in the Town of OC, MD. Applicant: Ocean City Boatlifts & Marine Construction Owner: Stephen Green

PW15-207 A request has been submitted to install a 6 pole boatlift with associated poles in existing slip 45’ channel ward. Located at 411 14th St Slip 39 Parcel # 3486 in the Town of OC, MD. Applicant: Ocean City Boatlifts & Marine Construction Owner: Karen Osborne PW15-208 OCD-12/31/2t _________________________________

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, January 14, 2016 at 6:00 p.m.

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-94(2)(b) requesting a special parking exception waiving the required five (5) parking spaces for use of five (5) additional motel rooms or waive the 600 foot maximum distance off-site requirement for use of additional parking at 2606 Philadelphia Ave. The site of this appeal is described as Lots 146, 147, 148,149, Parcel 4238 of the Neptune Dev - 4 Plat, further described as The Islander Motel and known locally as 2001 Philadelphia Ave and Lot 2, 3 and 11, Parcel 5889 of Block 78 for off-site parking further described as Fun Cycles and known locally as 2606 Philadelphia Ave, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: KHEA LLC – (BZA 2445 15-09400014) 6:15 p.m.

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers, of the Code of Ocean City, Maryland. The appeal has been filed under the provisions of Section 110-94(2)(b) requesting a special exception to waive 1/2 parking spaces to allow interior renovations to existing efficiency unit. The site of the appeal is described as Parcel 5877, Lot 4, Block 78 and known locally as 2605 Baltimore Ave, Unit 12 in the Time and Tide Condominium in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: BROWN, PHILLIP R & CHRISTINE L – (BZA 2446 15-09400015) 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-12/31/2t _________________________________ 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.

Wendy Marie Reeling and Russel Scott Reeling Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C15001079

NOTICE ORDERED, this 5th day of January, 2016 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 10220 Ruffian Lane, 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 8th day of February, 2016 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 1st day of February, 2016, next.

The report states the amount of sale to be $323,545.61.

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-1/7/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Planning and Zoning Commission.

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 Planning and Zoning Commission 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: Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at 7:00 PM PUBLIC HEARING ZONING CODE AMENDMENT – To consider amending section 110422 (3), Permitted Uses within MH,

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PUBLIC NOTICES Mobile Home Residential Districts, to change the maximum 7/12 roof pitch to the maximum 9/12 roof pitch.

APPLICANT: PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION – File #15-14100006 OCD-12/31/2t _________________________________ SMALL ESTATE

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 16342 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF EVELYN C. VALANOS Notice is given that Helen Christine Harris, 27663 Equestrain Drive,

Salisbury, MD 21801 and Donna Marie Vaden, 6485 Epworth Church Road, Bridgeville, DE 19933, was on December 29, 2015 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Evelyn C. Valanos who died on December 4, 2015, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication

of this Notice.

All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other deliv-

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New OC manager what doc ordered

When new City Manager Doug Miller appeared in the City Council Chambers Wednesday morning, it was as if a big Advil from the sky had descended on the room.

The mayor and council were clearly of the opinion that the managerial headaches of recent years are over and that Miller, whose résumé indicates long-term stability, will be a calm, decisive and fully involved chief executive.

If that turns out to be so, it will be just what Ocean City government needs to re-unite the staff and to address multiple needs that have been identified over the years, but remain unsettled for various reasons.

These areas would include repairing aging roads and recreational facilities, which continue to suffer because of the absence of a long-term funding mechanism, finding a parking solution for downtown, and encouraging commercial enterprises to remain in Ocean City or to establish their operations here.

To be sure, there will be a period of adjustment, as Miller transitions from running a town with a $21 million total budget to one with a financial package of somewhere around $145 million. But as he said Wednesday, although the scale is obviously different, all municipal government operations consist of the same essential components – public works, safety, finance, administration and services – and the key is to understand their requirements and those of the community they serve.

Perhaps the most important element Miller brings to local government is an apolitical approach. In 2006, when he signed on as Aberdeen’s manager, then La Plata Mayor Gene Ambrogio told the Washington Examiner, “The town manager works for the mayor and Town Council. A person in that position needs to be unbiased, and something I really appreciated Doug for was that he never gave anybody his opinion unless he was directly asked.”

Given Ocean City’s always interesting politics and the diverse points of view that can produce on the council, Miller seems to be exactly what the resort needs.

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Letters to the editor Family thankful for support

Editor, It’s been a day. One I will never forget, but don’t want to remember. In my mind is etched so many pieces of today. Worcester County Sheriff’s Department did a bar none fantastic escort and watch ceremony. All I could think was, she would have been so proud and she would have loved it! My deepest heartfelt thanks to all of you.

The service was attended by so many of her friends, colleagues and government associates. She touched so many lives, and helped so many people. It made me so proud of her not only her being my mother, but a true dynamo! I tried make sure everyone was greeted. If I missed you, I apologize.

A big thank you for Rosenfeld’s Jewish Deli – honestly, the best deli in Ocean City.

The salads, sandwiches and cookies were delicious. I think everyone that came upstairs after the service did not leave with an empty belly.

Thank you.

Finally, a huge hug and an even bigger thank you to Ocean City. Everyone helped my family and myself make this day as stress free as possible. I thank you all for that.

Thank you Larry Sackadorf, for the rooms at the Dunes Manor.

I keep thinking of a line I heard in a movie. It fits my mother to a tee.

“Miss Louise was a lady.

And a lady always knows when it’s time to leave.”

Laura Gulyas Berlin

‘Walk Smart’ successful

Editor, The figures recently publicized by the OCPD on pedestrian injuries and fatality statistics for Ocean City is a sure sign that the Town of Ocean City is on the right track with efforts thus far.

Since the implementation of Ocean City’s “Walk Smart Campaign,” which was introduced a few years ago, the many efforts, including three brick-lined added crosswalks in heavy traffic areas, the sidewalk signage added to certain areas (including many local establishments displaying signage to help educate and ultimately protect citizens), have been beneficial.

The possibility of having an obstacle or wall constructed along the middle of a section of Coastal Highway to help deter pedestrians from crossing [the road] illegally was mentioned recently.

I support such an idea to be considered by the Mayor and City Council. It may also be a good idea for our police to issue more citations to those who J-walk along Coastal Highway during heavy traffic.

Doug Antos Ocean City

Ravens Roost raises thousands

Editor, The OC Ravens Roost #44 Penguin Swim team would like to thank all of the local businesses and individuals who contributed to our fundraising efforts in support of Atlantic General Hospitalʼs annual Penguin Swim.

Thanks to your support, we raised over $12,300 for AGH and for the fourth year in a row took first place in the Community Team category.

OC Ravens Roost #44

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Snow, fluffy water? OC eatery loses wage case for failure to pay overtime

By Stewart Dobson Editor/Publisher Let’s say you’re having lunch at BJ’s and a tornado touches down right in your bowl of cream of roasted red pepper and crab soup.

Yes, that does sound unlikely, although local television stations would surely issue a news bulletin – “Tornado Devastates Soup on Delmarva” – but we all know the weather does strange things here at the beach.

For instance, it snowed Tuesday – in places. In fact, it snowed in very specific places: the intersections of 44th and Coastal Highway, 67th Street and Coastal Highway and 77th Street and Coastal Highway. Excluding a little snow dust here and there, that was pretty much it.

It’s not every town that boast of having weather that precise, even though most of us accept the fact that it can rain on one block and not another, or that frost can occur in one yard and not another. But pinpoint snow?

Either global warming has yet to come to those particular blocks or Boreas Rex, the mythological emperor of the north and land of eternal whiteness drew himself up and declared to his wind-ruling brethren, “Let’s mess with their heads.”

Someone told me that what I saw was the result of hydrants being

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flushed out on the street the day before, but I’m not buying it.

First, the stuff I saw was fluffy, and as far as I know – and I admit to a certain level of Eastern Shore naiveté – there is no such thing as fluffy water.

If there were, local shops would be selling it as a signature item: “Try our new fluffy water – it tastes just like water, except it’s fluffy.” Or, “Buy a quart of fluffy water and get a free hermit crab.”

I also distinctly saw tiny little snowdrifts of about a half-inch high next to the curb in these same locations. I’m going to assume that Public Works did not splurge on tiny little snowmaking machines because it’s not in the budget.

Of course, given the way things are in recent years, I’m surprised that schools weren’t closed, or at least delayed for these streets and that we didn’t hear on local television stations, “Schools will be closed for students who live on 44th Street and 67th Street, and there will be a twohour delay for anyone living within 200 feet of 77th.

“And also in the weather this week,” they would continue, “the National Weather Service has issued a tornado alert for Ocean City and is advising residents to move their soup bowls to a safe location.”

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Abbey Burger to provide $10K in damages, fees only paid straight time

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Jan. 8, 2016) OC Abbey LLC, the local arm of the business operating Abbey Burger Bistros, has agreed to pay Travis Betz, of Rockville, more than $10,200 for back wages, liquidated damages and attorney’s fees for unpaid overtime.

Betz claimed in court documents, and District Judge J. Frederick Motz agreed, that the 126th Street restaurant violated the Fair Labor Standards Act and Maryland’s wage and hour law when it paid Betz straight time as a cook, regardless of how many hours he worked.

According to court documents, Betz performed manual labor in the Bistro’s kitchen during the statue of limitations period, which is the last three years. Betz said he worked at the restaurants from June 2013 to July 2014.

“From time to time, plaintiff worked more than 40 hours in a

statutory workweek. Plaintiff would work between 50 and 70 hours per week during the summer months, but recalls working over 40 hours per week even in the ‘off season,’” court documents state.

The owner’s justification to withhold overtime pay, Betz alleged in his complaint, was “based on some new law passed by President Obama.” Betz said he knew that was not true.

Betz is to receive back wages of $2,668.79, liquidated damages of $2,668.80 and $4,868.48 in attorney’s fees and costs.

“People who worked for them should not let time pass any further — the statute of limitations is their only defense,” Howard Hoffman, attorney for the plaintiff, said.

Hoffman is also representing the plaintiffs in the ongoing wage case concerning former employees of Dead Freddies in Ocean City. In that case, Hoffman recently made a motion seeking class action certification, to which the defense answered with a request for more time to respond. The defense’s request was granted, and the deadline for response was extended to Jan. 22.

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