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By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) Ocean City’s discontinuation of its recycling program in 2009 to save millions in equipment and collections costs, could open some special events organizers to fines of $50 a day, unless Worcester County and Ocean City are exempted from a state recycling mandate passed in 2014.

Now working its way through the General Assembly are cross-filed bills from Sen. Jim Mathias, Delegates Mary Beth Carozza and Charles Otto that would relieve the county — and through it, Ocean City — from that obligation.

The measures would allow

Worcester County to be exempted from statewide mandates to provide dedicated recycling containers and collections for special events held on public property.

The county commissioners voted unanimously on Tuesday to send a letter of support to Mathias, Carozza and Otto along with a suggested amendment further exonerating the county from ‘If Worcester County the recycling doesn’t get out of plan.

The law, it, then Ocean City which took won’t get out of it.’ effect on Oct. — Joe Mitrecic 1, required counties to accept an update to their solid waste plans to include the recycling provision.

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New city manager comes full circle Doug Miller, whose first day is Monday, launched his career with advice from resort’s staff

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AS THE WELD TURNS A welder on Monday joins the seams on the base of the new million-gallon water tank being erected at First Street and St. Louis Avenue. It’s a slow process, as the tower won’t become functional until 2017. Story on Page 4.

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) Douglas Miller, who takes the reins this Monday as Ocean City Town Manager, appreciates that life can come full circle.

“It feels like a homecoming,” he said.

“My first position in this business was in Snow Hill.”

Last September, Miller was perusing the International City/County Management Association website when an intriguing city manager vacancy caught his attention.

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Hopes, expectations high for new manager Continued from Page 1 “I saw Ocean City was open,” he said.

The vacancy occurred with the departure last July of City Manager David Recor and the listing on the association’s site was part of the effort to recruit applicants.

Despite spending nearly the last decade at the helm of government operations in the city of Aberdeen, Miller decided to toss his hat in the ring. This was due in no small part to his professional and personal contacts in the area, making it a virtual second home for Miller and his family.

“I’ve known a lot of people from Ocean City who have helped me out in my career,” he said. “I’m very familiar with Ocean City and come down here four times a year.”

In the winter of 1983, when Miller first contemplated entering the municipality management realm by applying for the manager’s job in Snow Hill, he found an early inroad at the beach.

“In Ocean City Town Hall, way back before the Internet, you could call the city managers in the area,”

he reminisced.

After reaching then City Manager Tony Barrett and having a brief introductory conversation, Miller was surprised when Barrett extended an invitation.

Miller recalled Barrett saying, “I’ll do you this favor, come to a staff meeting and we’ll talk.”

Much to Miller’s chagrin, his attempt to network with Barrett fell short when the staff meeting was canceled because of a medical emergency.

As often happens, when one door closes another opens. In this instance an administrative assistant to Barrett, Kathy Mathias, informed Miller the meeting wasn’t occurring, but instead of sending him on his way, she invested a few hours sharing her insights into how government operates.

The two developed a friendship that lasted until Mathias, wife of current State Sen. Jim Mathias (D-38), lost her battle with breast cancer in 2011.

“That was a kindness I never forgot,” he said. “If I hadn’t sat down with her, she might not have given me that clue that got me hired.”

Apparently the powwow session was helpful, as Miller was hired as Snow Hill’s town manager. He held the position until 1988, at which point he became town manager of La Plata, where he served until being hired as Aberdeen’s city manager in 2006.

As part of his research into the resort’s city manager vacancy, Miller attended council meetings and was impressed with what he witnessed.

“As I got to know and watch the council and then when I got to speak

to them, it solidified,” he said. “The group has natural respect for each other, love their city and come to meetings well informed. That was the icing on the cake.”

Miller, who described the city manager’s position as an unique professional opportunity, noted that Ocean City offers services to four groups of people: residents, business people, nonresident property owners and, of course, tourists.

Out of the gate, Miller said he wants to get oriented with the complex operations of Ocean City government.

“My first issue is going to be dealing with the next year’s budget,” he said. “I also want to sit down with mayor and council to see what they want to get done. Let me get my sea legs and we’ll go from there.”

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(Feb. 5, 2016) Chip Bertino, Worcester County Commissioner for the Ocean Pines district, will hold a Town Meeting on Saturday, Feb. 27 at the Ocean Pines library. The meeting will begin at 10 a.m.

Commissioner Bertino will provide information on issues and developments occurring within the district and the county.

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The tower being constructed downtown will take the place of two tanks already in service. The new structure will be painted with a beach ball theme, chosen last summer from three options.

Million-gallon water tower taking shape downtown Replacement for Worcester Ave. and 15th Street towers expected to open in 2017

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) Months after contract negotiations – and years of plans – residents can see the beginnings of the future water tower near the Route 50 bridge.

Chicago Bridge and Iron Constructors has started raising the milliongallon water tower as part of the “above ground” phase that began on Jan. 24. On Monday, the contractors started assembling additional water tank pieces.

“The project’s progress is going according to schedule,” said Jim Parsons, chief deputy director of Public Works. “We started work in the offseason, and the new tank is scheduled for completion in January 2017.”

The water tower will be designed to look like an enormous beach ball, with the city’s logo placed on the side of the ball visible to traffic on the Route 50 bridge.

The city approved expenditures for the project in October 2014. The contract bid was awarded to Chicago

Bridge and Iron for just under $5 million last July. Funding for the project was borrowed against proceeds from the city’s water and wastewater enterprise funds, which are fully self-supported by city water and sewer fees.

In a calculated move, Ocean City is building the structure in a small parking lot on the corner of First Street and St. Louis Avenue.

“Look at the tank on Worcester Avenue, it’s taking up valuable space where there’s downtown parking needed,” Parsons said. “That municipal lot on St. Louis is rarely used.”

Parsons also noted that the 15th street water tank is inconveniently placed against the Ocean City Fire Department headquarters building.

Both of those tanks will be replaced by the new water structure.

The tanks are 50 years old and have a combined 900,000-gallon capacity.

Not only will the new tank have more water volume, it will also provide more efficient flow for fire service and water stagnation prevention.

The new tank will also be cheaper to maintain, according to Public Works.

Once the beach ball water tower is operational, Public Works plans to demolish the outdated downtown tanks in February 2017.

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Commissioners’ letter endorses state effort Continued from Page 1 Ocean City and back in September decided to defy the law by refusing to adopt the amendment, despite admitting afterward that the consequences were unknown.

Now, they hope the amendments exempting the county will pass muster in the legislature.

“If Worcester County doesn’t get out of it, then Ocean City won’t get out of it,” said Commissioner Joe Mitrecic, who represents the resort district. “I hope it works out.”

What happens if the bills don’t pass isn’t clear. In a previous interview, Maryland Department of the Environment Deputy Director of Communications Jay Apperson said the most severe rebuke his department could enforce is a building permit moratorium.

According to the Maryland Department of Legislative Services analysis of the Senate and House

bills, only Worcester and Dorchester counties opted not endorse the plan.

It also notes in the “Fiscal Summary” section that this piece of legislation could have “potential meaningful impact” in Worcester.

All municipally and county owned venues in the state are subject to the regulations. Special events falling under the new rules also must serve food, drink and expect more than 200 attendees.

Locally, this includes the Ocean City Inlet parking lot, Sunset Park, Northside Park and the convention center. A majority of events at these venues, such as Sunfest or Winterfest, would appear to fall under the jurisdiction of the new regulations.

However, the county is not citing these events as examples of drawbacks to the new rules. Instead, the commissioners are focusing on nonprofit organizations.

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Worcester superintendent opts out of longer contract Wilson agrees to one-year extension while search for replacement conducted

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) The Worcester County Board of Education budget meeting started on a non-financial note Tuesday, when Superintendent Dr. Jerry Wilson announced he will not seek reappointment at the end of his four-year term on June 30.

“After much discussion with my family, I cannot commit to another four-year term as superintendent,” Wilson said. “Worcester County is a

special place to be an educator and it’s been a privilege for me to serve the students.”

Board of Education members voted unanimously in a closed session to have Wilson serve a one-year extension.

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Event organizers, at the discretion of the county commissioners, can be fined $50 per day for noncompliance with the plan, which requires easily identifiable containers for recyclables near trash receptacles and further, that the materials collected for recycling are, in fact, recycled.

Instead of recycling, Ocean City employs a waste-to-energy program, where the resort’s refuse is shipped to an incinerator in Pennsylvania and burned in order to produce electricity.

The resort has been criticized in the past for calling this waste-to-energy program recycling.

David Mrgich, chief of the waste diversion division at the Maryland Department of the Environment, responded directly to these assertions last summer.

“The burning of OC’s waste is not recognized by MDE as a means for recycling.”

He added, “Only any resultant ash from the incineration process that is recycled counts towards a county’s recycling rate. Additionally, the management of OC’s waste via burning does not bring OC into compliance with the special events recycling law.”

Despite this, Worcester County meets the state’s required rate of 20 percent, according to county figures.

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New Board of Education President Johnathan Cook thanked Wilson for raising the standards of learning.

“During his tenure, Dr. Wilson has positioned our schools with a strategic direction for the future,” said Cook. “With his digital initiative, Worcester County public schools will continue to foster innovative education and leadership.”

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“He came in with a high achieving school system, and he kept it a high achieving school system.”

Wilson began his tenure in Worcester County during a controversial curriculum change to Common Core in 2012.

“As a parent, I am eternally grateful,” Rothermel said. “Our students rose to that challenge.”

Wilson, 62, has been in education for 40 years as a teacher, principal and as superintendent in five different school systems: Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Wyoming and Maryland.

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OC Brewing owner guilty of fraud Admits sports memorabilia business sold counterfeit autographed team jerseys

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) Joshua Shores, owner of Ocean City Brewing, has pleaded guilty for his involvement in a $2.5 million fraud scheme involving the sale of allegedly counterfeit and fraudulent sports memorabilia.

In a statement from Peter Smith, U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, he said Shores, 41, was Joshua Shores charged on Jan. 29 with wire fraud in U.S. District Court in Scranton. The charge carries a maximum sentence of 20 years imprisonment and a $250,000 fine.

The criminal charges stem from Shores’ supposed plot to profit from the sale of counterfeit and fraudulent sports memorabilia. Between 2008 and 2013, Shores allegedly operated multiple Internet businesses including Dealakhan LLC, Stadium Authentics, Autograph Showcase, Sunset Beach, End Game Sports, and Authenticgraph, among others, in

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Shores promised to amend his beShores, who is being represented havior. by attorney Robert Biddle, issued a “In the several years since any ilstatement through his lawyer that of- legal sales stopped, I have worked fered apologies to clients he de- hard to rebuild my personal and frauded. business life,” he wrote. “Once I have “I have pleaded guilty because I fulfilled my responsibilities to any am guilty of obtaining and selling victims and the court system, I look sports memorabilia which should forward to resuming many lawful not have been sold to the public,” business ventures and making Shores wrote. “I have taken respon- amends for my bad decisions which sibility for my actions by agreeing to led to these charges.” plead guilty and I trust in the court On his Facebook pages, Shores system to impose a fair and appro- said the situation would not affect priate punishment for my miscon- the operation of Ocean City Brewing duct.” and that it would remain a family opThe court is seeking forfeiture of erated business.

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City officials solicit inclusion in federal act Council names dredging, beach replenishment as priority projects for funding

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) Local officials did their part to keep Ocean City on the Army Corps of Engineers’ operational agenda this week by formally asking Sen. Ben Cardin to ensure that beach replenishment and two dredging projects are included in the Corps’ enabling legislation for the next two years.

Now it’s up to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, on which Cardin serves, and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to determine where and how the resort’s needs will figure into the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2016.

In the letter to Cardin authorized on Monday, the mayor and council

detailed the value of continued beach replenishment, as well as the need to dredge the inlet channel and the West Ocean City harbor area.

The act gives the Army Corps the funding and the authority to perform studies, to develop plans and to undertake projects in specific areas. Since the act is updated every two years, projects not listed in it this year would have to wait until 2018 for consideration, assuming that the legislative process is on schedule.

A tight schedule this year is the impetus for the Senate committee’s recent advisory to local governments that they must submit their requests for action by Feb. 12.

“Both the House and the Senate are working on a WRDA bill at the moment, and there certainly is urgency to move a bill this year,” said Derek Brockbank, executive director, of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association.

Emergency services assess nor’easter property damage

(Feb. 5, 2016) The Town of Ocean City is encouraging residents and businesses affected by January’s nor’easter to contact the Office of Emergency Management.

The office is seeking information on the type and extent of loss experienced as a direct result of the storm, including losses in business revenue because of closures. Any information collected by the city will be forwarded to Maryland Emergency Management Agency to be used to determine areas that may require assistance in the recovery process.

“The Town of Ocean City suffered various damages from [the] winter storm … which was a dangerous coastal/winter storm that impacted our entire region and state,” said Ocean City Emergency Services Director Joseph Theobald. “We are ask-

ing our business and property owners to assess damages that may have occurred during this weather incident and report them to us to ensure we have a clear and comprehensive picture of the impact in Ocean City.”

Ocean City residents and business owners can contact their local Emergency Management Office at 410723-6616 or the Planning and Community Development Department at 410-289-8942 to provide information on their damages or losses.

Residents and property owners are asked to be prepared with an estimate and amount of loss, as well as information on their insurance coverage, if any.

The deadline for reporting information to the Ocean City Emergency Management Office is Friday, March 4.

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Brockbank, who spoke Tuesday at a discussion arranged by the House committee, said the rush to get the bill approved is because of a changing of the guard in the Senate and Congress’s election year schedule.

“Sen. (Barbara) Boxer, the ranking member on Environment and Public Works, is retiring at the end of the year and has indicated she’d like to get another WRDA done before she leaves. Add to this a very compressed congressional calendar this year, with presidential conventions starting in June, and you have some urgency,” he said.

Because projects included in the act are rated according to the return on the investment of federal dollars, local officials emphasized that the beach program and dredging are vital to the resort’s economy and overall well-being.

“This project (beach replenishment) has successfully protected the lives, property and economy of Ocean City and prevented over $700 million in storm damages since its completion,” said the letter signed by Mayor Rick Meehan. “The continued funding … for this project is essential.”

As for the dredging initiatives, the letter highlighted the critical nature of maintaining a navigable inlet, which has experienced severe

shoaling in recent years, and the equally serious need to provide clear passage into the harbor.

The Ocean City Harbor & Inlet Improvements proposal aims to increase the inlet channel and harbor depth to 16 feet and 14 feet respectively. Currently, both bodies of water are approved for 10 feet of depth with two feet of overdraft built in, which is inadequate for local vessels that draw up to 13 feet.

Ocean City officials also asked Cardin in the letter to identify locations where dredged material can be placed for shore protection or recreational use.

Currently, the city is conducting a beach assessment to measure the potential damage from January’s coastal storm, according to City Engineer Terry McGean. The last major work done through the shoreline replenishment project was completed May 2014.

Ocean City’s inclusion in the act is critical because roughly half of the nourishment costs are borne by the Army Corps, with the state, Worcester County and Ocean City shouldering the rest of the bill.

Both the Town of Ocean City and Worcester County regularly pay into a state-controlled fund, with all contributions matched by the state, to support maintenance of the city’s beaches and dune line.

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Beach cleanup initiative expands following storm

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) Robert Banach, who enjoys nothing more than an idyllic stroll along the beach, is leading the charge to keep Ocean City’s sands free of litter.

“That’s my front yard out there,” he said.

Following the Jan. 23 nor’easter, which scattered debris and redefined dunes along the Ocean City coastline, Banach, who operates the OC Cool Facebook page and group, conducted a weeklong volunteer effort to comb the beach and fill trash bags with litter.

“People care about this stuff,” he said. “They care about their beach and want to know about it.”

Recognizing the battle to maintain beach cleanliness is ongoing, and noticing support swelling for the trash removal campaign, Banach is now starting a weekly cleanup effort.

“Today’s the first one,” he said speaking by phone earlier this week.

“Every Tuesday at noon, until summer, then we’ll move it to sunrise.”

After living in Ocean City during the 1970s, the birth of his first grandchild two years ago lured him back to the resort town. Since his return to town, Banach has made a daily ritual of walking

The Facebook group OC Cool has launched a weekly campaign to remove trash and return the Ocean City sands to more pristine conditions. This Tuesday was the first for #TrashOffMyBeach which organizers hope becomes a trend in other seaside resort towns.

along the beach and bagging up whatever trash he notices. Following the storm in January, the OC Cool Facebook group has been inundated with new members swelling the ranks, and providing some assistance to Banach’s good-guy efforts.

“This week I know I’ve added 400 people to the group,” he said. “I’ve only being doing this (group) since (last) May.” Despite being mired in the midst of the offseason with tourism virtually

nonexistent, beach cleanup volunteers have come from everywhere.

“We had a family come down from Hershey,” he said. “People are coming from hours away just to be a part of this.”

He also noted a number of people visiting the resort to secure summer rentals have gotten involved though social media posts. “ If it’s put out the right way, people pay attention,” he said.

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“I would love to see this go worldwide, not just local,” he said.

While Banach hopes to raise consciousness about beach pollution, he comprehends why some tourists appear less than concerned.

“They’re here for a week and they’re gone, so they think someone else is going to do it,” he said.

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Taxi medallions value still strong, despite concerns Statistics contradict cab company claims of being impacted by influx of Uber

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) The sale of an Ocean City taxi medallion this week for $4,000 shows that, contrary to assertions that the value of the city government-issued permits is declining because of unregulated online cab services, they are holding their own.

The City Council on Monday approved the transfer between On Time Taxi owner Olga Mihailova, a fleet holder, and Sun and Fun Taxi owner Nicola Thyen, an independent operator.

As the issuing authority, Ocean City government collects 25 percent, or $1,000 in this case, of the sale.

The relative value of taxi medallions has been debated since Uber began offering rideshare services in town last May. Some area taxi operators have argued that the competition from app-based services like Uber would cut into their profit margin and would result in decline in taxi medallion values.

However, data provided by Ocean City Police, the agency responsible for coordinating taxi licensing, paints a different picture. The total number of yearly medallions transferred peaked at 28 in 2013, and since that time the figure has declined dramatically with four medallion transfers in 2014 and nine during 2015.

Further, the average sale price of medallions has remained steady, and increased to its highest level last year. When the city first began selling taxi medallions, the initial price was $1,500.

The average value of resold medallions was $1,797 in 2010, and increased to $2,875 the following year. In 2012, the average jumped to $4,437 before dropping slightly to $3,589 in 2013.

The last two years have seen that figure grow to $5,525 in 2014, and the medallion resale value took its biggest leap in 2015 to $7,788. The increase in sale prices continued last year despite Uber drivers entering the picture in May. The medallions, which the town requires for all taxis operating within the city limits, can be sold or transferred to another party with council approval. The police commission has the authority to issue up to 175 medallions, with no more than 85 percent issued to fleet holders and up to 15 percent for independent contractors.

Monday’s transfer leaves a ratio of 83 percent fleet medallions with 16 percent of medallions in the hands of independent taxi drivers.

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In the poll, 50 percent of students in the county said they were engaged, which matches national levels.

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Trio compete in school board primary District three candidates include Thompson, Moran, Gebhart for April election

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) The final day to register for the Worcester County Board of Education presidential primaries took place Wednesday with two contenders running for the District 3 seat incumbent Sara Thompson and Shirley Bunting Moran.

Thompson started her 22nd year on the board in January and is the longest board of education member serving in the state of Maryland.

“I like what I do,” Thompson said.

“I love the kids and working with everybody.”

She said the encouragement from

Proposed FY17 budget set to be approved Feb. 16

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) Worcester County Schools Chief Financial Officer Vincent Tolbert presented a proposed budget for fiscal year 2017 at the Worcester County Board of Education budget meeting on Tuesday.

The budget proposal, which is a little more than $100 million at this point, is scheduled to be approved at the Feb. 16 board meeting.

That total does not include pay increases for employees, as negotiations are continuing in that area, although the board does expect to spend $1.16 million for step increases on employee pay scales and $599,344 in cost-of-living adjustments.

Other areas of note brought to the board’s attention included the expenditure of $285,843 to cover software costs of programs lost to grants expiring this year.

In addition, the board approved new contractor buses at the meeting last month, which will cost the school system $40,760.

There is an estimated 10 percent, or $1.3 million, increase in health insurance costs and $158,833 is being requested for teacher pensions.

A review of draft numbers from the Maryland State Department of Education revealed state revenue will decrease by $35,453 next year, Tolbert said.

Current estimates reveal maintenance of effort will require approximately $750,000 in additional FY17 county funding.

“Every year we have gone through this, it’s more daunting,” said Board of Education member Bob Rothermel. “We will have a better understanding of where we have to go after teacher negotiations.”

constituents and community members asking her to not give up the school board led to her decision to run for reelection.

She wants to see a replacement school for Showell Elementary, continue with the digital conversion initiative and add a turf football field to Stephen Decatur High School.

“My goal is to continue to see that every child in the county gets a good education with excellent teachers and safe buildings,” Thompson said.

Challenger Shirley Bunting Moran in the nonpartisan contest has spent 46 years in education as a teacher, school counselor and in a supervisory position at the central office in Worcester County. Also, she was named Worcester County Teacher of the Year in 1992 and graduated from Stephen Decatur High School.

“I have the experience and the knowledge to be a productive member of the Worcester County Board of Education,” she said. “Worcester County has an excellent school system and I want to build on that excellence.”

Her goals are to provide a safe and productive learning environment for all students regardless of their ethnicity, economic status, or other factors that may inhibit their learning.

Moran also wants to develop a closer bond with the Worcester County Commissioners and ensure the schools are equipped with proper technology.

“Our children need the best teachers, the best schools, and the best education that we can give them,” Moran said. “They need to know that they are supported, are safe, and are respected. I am committed to making all of our students successful in school and in their postgraduation choices.”

Filing after Ocean City Today’s deadline on Wednesday, Francis Gebhart will also face Thompson and Moran for the District 3 seat.

Also filing on Wednesday was Tom Terry, who will be up against Elena McComas for the District 5 seat. More on this race in next week’s edition.

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NOAA study suggests rapid rise in ocean temps Ecological impacts, storm strength could accelerate if new findings are on target

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) Fish that were down there, may be coming up here and fish that were here, may be going up there. That, at least, is what some scientists are saying is a symptom of a new finding by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration: ocean temperatures along the East Coast may be warming more quickly and severely than previously predicted.

In addition to the scientific studies supporting that conclusion, fish and other sea life appear to be moving north with the temperature shift.

The findings, published in a Journal of Geophysical Research – Oceans article on Jan. 8., indicate water temperatures in the U.S. Northeast Shelf will increase at double the previously conjectured rate and three times the global average.

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sions after comparing the results of four global climate models that were produced at NOAA’s Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory. The most recent and most sophisticated model, CM2.6, has caused scientists to reevaluate the situation.

In a press release announcing the findings, Vincent Saba, a NOAA fisheries scientist and lead author of the study, said the model most accurately synchronized with the Northwest Atlantic circulation and water mass distribution.

The model projects warming trends of 3 to 4 degrees C, or 5.4 to 7.2 degrees F, which Saba said could have a devastating impact on the ecosystem.

“Prior climate change projections for the region may be far too conservative,” he said.

Brian Ambrette, a coastal resiliency specialist with Eastern Shore Land Conservancy, noting that ocean temperatures off the coast of Maryland are presently four to five degrees above average due to an abnormally warm season, said long-term increases could wreak havoc with weather events.

“A three-degree (water temperature) shift is a big deal for feeding a hurricane or tropical storm,” he said.

The study noted that Gulf of Maine water temperatures have increased more quickly than 99 percent of global oceans. This trend has been associated with a northerly shift in the Gulf Stream, which, along with a retreat of the Labrador Current, has caused an increase in water salinity.

“Both observations and the climate model demonstrate a robust relationship between a weakening Atlantic meridional (north-south)

overturning circulation and an increase in the proportion of warmtemperate slope water entering the Northwest Atlantic Shelf,” Saba said.

While the latest high tech computer software is instrumental in predicting environmental trends, Ambrette offered an alternative perspective.

“Since the animal population is mobile, it provides a good first indicator,” he said.

He said several disturbing trends demonstrate rising ocean temperatures in the north Atlantic are having an ecological impact.

“Fish traditionally found off the coast of the Carolinas are now common near New Jersey,” he said. “The lobster population center, which was located off Long Island Sound, has moved north to the coast of Maine.”

He also said efforts to rebuild cod stock in the Gulf of Maine, which have resulted in catch quota reductions of 80 percent, might be facing another hurdle besides overfishing.

“That will be harder as water warms because cod is a cold water fish,” he said.

Meanwhile, Professor Bill Nelson, who teaches environmental studies at Salisbury University, said the impact on the fishing industry is already evident.

“My understanding is that fishermen are already noticing/feeling the effects of ocean warming trends in the seasonality and type of their catch,” he said.

As land and marine environments warm, with measurably earlier springs and later falls, Nelson pointed out that changes in flower emergence, egg laying and insect hatches are evidenced.

“Species that can, tend to move north,” he said. “Blue crabs are moving into the Gulf of Maine and lobsters are moving further north.”

Captain Monty Hawkins, who owns and runs the Morning Star party boat out of West Ocean City, doesn’t believe the assertion that fish are migrating because of shifting ocean temperatures is necessarily so.

“About 30 years ago we began to manage fish,” said Hawkins, who has fished the waters of this coast for 33 years.

In 1992 Hawkins recalled a nineinch limit being established locally for sea bass and then in 1997 the state and federal governments got involved. The regulations yielded noticeable results, Hawkins said.

While noting that he believes global warming is occurring, the impact of shifting ocean temperatures is not as obvious.

“Sea bass are like the poster child for this movement north,” he said.

From Hawkins’ perspective, contrary evidence exists since sea bass are thriving off the coasts of Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas.

“They’re saying the fish have left this area and have shifted north when the fish are still doing fine in Florida,” he said.

Although some areas of the Atlantic have felt serious temperature increases, the Labrador Current is also carrying more cold water south, Hawkins said.

“In 2011, for the first time in 40 years, I was advertising cod fishing out of Maryland,” he shared. “This doesn’t support their theory.”

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Warming trend may impact Beach Bash, Ocean Games, local fish migration patterns Storm Warrior 5K approved Continued from Page 12 Hawkins said, noting that human intervention that has shifted the age of maturity has also resulted in alterations to spawning patterns.

“We started this giant effort to restore fisheries and we just don’t get it,” he said. “We’re trying to move towards ecological system management.”

Noting that the sea bass population is growing exponentially, Hawkins said it’s important the NOAA report isn’t misconstrued.

“It’s a really important fight that this little bit of bad news from the scientific front doesn’t distract fish management,” he said.

While fisherman might be able to recalibrate locations to address mi-

grating fish populations, land lovers who reside along the East Coast have a tougher challenge when facing increasingly severe weather patterns. If north Atlantic temperatures continue to scale upwards, Ambrette said the northeast could see more storms maintain hurricane strength force aided by warmer waters.

“Sandy and Irene were tropical storms when they hit the Northeast, not hurricanes,” he said.

Last week, Hurricane Alex, the first to form in the north Atlantic since 1938, touched down as a tropical storm on the Azores Islands off the coast of Portugal.

“Warmer temperatures allow things that we aren’t accustomed to happen,” he said.

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Swim Ocean City is a race that has one, three and 9-mile ocean swims, and is sanctioned by the World Open Water Swimming Association. SUP CUP is a 4-mile elite paddleboard race and features a 2mile open paddleboard race.

Ocean City Beach Patrol and Surf Rescue Technicians will monitor the participants on ATVs, rescue watercraft and paddleboards along the racecourse.

The competition will be held on the beach at Caroline Street and 145th Street.

On Nov. 12, the Ocean City LifeSaving Station Museum will hold its third annual Storm Warriors 5K. The race will start at the museum near the inlet parking lot at 9 a.m.

Participants will be running or walking on the Boardwalk up to 15th Street and circling back to the starting line.

Awards will be announced at the end of the 5K. All proceeds will benefit the OC Life-Saving Museum.

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The Raven’s Beach Bash, an allday fan festival, will be hosted at the beach from 100th and 101st Street on June 5. Presented by the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel, the Beach Bash will include games like flag football and beach volleyball.

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By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) Ripping out and replacing old flooring in a 14,200square foot gymnasium can be pretty pricey – but it’s not as expensive as Ocean City officials originally thought it would be.

The City Council will be going ahead with contracts with two separate companies to remove Northside Park Complex’s decade-old gym floor and reinstall a new one at a combined cost of $127,810.

Ocean City set aside $260,000 for the project when Council opened bids in December.

“I’m anxious and excited to start the construction process,” said city Recreation and Parks Director Susan Petito. “I’m looking forward to a fresh start with the new floor and I hope everyone who uses it will enjoy it.”

In the last 10 years, the gym floor ruptured in one place possibly due to moisture from the concrete base, according to Recreation and Parks officials.

The remediation project, which entails the contractor removing the old floor and assessing the base layer, was awarded to Indoor Air Technologies of Victor, New York for a price of $47,120. The reinstallation project was awarded to Beynon Sport Surfaces of Hunt Valley, Maryland at a price of $80,690.

The council considered eight proposals from seven companies, rang-

ing from $40,000 to $162,000.

Beynon and Indoor Air submitted the lowest bids.

Beynon had reinstalled the gym floor once before. The company had come back to Ocean City to patch the floor, and the discoloration from repairs is still visible.

Construction is scheduled to begin on March 21 with removing the bleachers from the gymnasium. After repairing some rust stains around a column, Indoor Air Technologies will begin removing the existing floor.

“From there, they will be repairing the sub base as it’s needed,” Petito said. “The remediation is estimated for a week, but you never know how long it could take.”

After the base is made ready, Beynon will pour liquid polyurethane and level it. A base coat and lines will be applied to the floor after it dries.

The project is expected to be completed in May. Petito said that the Recs and Parks office would be meeting with the construction companies before the end of the month to see if relocating staff will be necessary. As of now, the office and programs will be running as usual – just in a different place.

“It’s our understanding that staff can operate in the west side of the building,” she said. “By that point, indoor volleyball and indoor soccer will be done and most programs will be moved outside. We can find alternate homes for them if necessary.”

Lawmakers work to tweak definition of water activities Wave Runners and water slides debated; no public opposition at city hearing

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) In a split second, people can see the clear difference between a Wave Runner and a water slide, but the process of changing Ocean City law to make that distinction moves much slower.

During its Tuesday meeting, the Planning and Zoning Commission agreed to endorse a proposed amendment to define “water related recreational activities,” following a public hearing. This recommendation comes nearly a month after opening a formal discussion.

No resident spoke in defense of or in opposition to the proposed amendment during the public hearing segment of the meeting.

The proposed amendment would define water-based activities as those that operate off tidal waters in

their “natural state” – like Jet Skis, sailboats, paddleboards, motorboats and sailboats. Other devices that fall under the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation’s amusement rules – such as water slides -are restricted to city’s amusement overlay districts.

“We’re defining the activity to fit the activity,” said Chairwoman Pam Buckley, who also announced earlier in the meeting that she will soon be retiring from the commission.

The term “water related recreational activities” appears throughout the city code, but only provides examples of devices in off-street parking regulations. State law describes water-slide devices as an amusement ride, but the commission noted that the ruling has no bearing on Ocean City zoning laws.

“They don’t dictate zoning codes per se; that’s what we do. This is a case of placing appropriate zoning on appropriate sites, so it’s not divisive determining where [the slides] can be,” Buckley said.

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Rezoning request to expand Frontier Town getting hearing

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) Two rezoning requests were moved to public hearings scheduled for March 1 concerning a relatively standard reclassification of about 11.5 acres across from Ocean Downs from A-2 agricultural to C-2 commercial, and a more unusual conversion of C-2 to A-2 for 36 acres of land associated with Frontier Town.

In order to make the March 1 date, the county commissioners on Tuesday needed to relax an internal rule requiring evidence exhibits be submitted 30 days in advance.

Department of Development Review and Permitting Director Ed Tudor said there were nine rezoning requests waiting for public hearing.

Technically, Assistant County Administrator Kelly Shannahan said, the 30-day term had already expired, but he assured the commissioners that staff could handle pushing the deadline to today, Friday, Feb. 5.

When asked if he agreed with Shanahan’s assessment, Tudor said the change was no problem. Shanahan said the rule was originally put into place to give staff ample time to review exhibits, and noted that before the rule was enacted, applicants would occasionally submit exhibits at the time of their hearing.

Commissioner President Jim Bunting said both applications had already received favorable reviews from the Planning Commission.

“More information can’t make it more favorable,” Bunting said.

“You don’t want to sell past the sale,” Commissioner Joe Mitrecic agreed.

The first application, made by the estate of Mildred Parsons, is for 11.5 acres located across Route 589 from Ocean Downs and would change from A-2 to C-2 zoning. Properties on the north, south and west are also zoned C-2.

The reason for the change, according to attorney Hugh Cropper IV, is a substantial change to the character of the neighborhood since Worcester

County’s last comprehensive rezoning in 2009. Examples of the changes include the expansion of the Casino at Ocean Downs, including its connection to public water and sewer service and the expansion of the Ocean Pines wastewater and water service areas.

According to the county code, C-2 zoning is intended for “more intense commercial development serving populations of 3,000 or more...” and includes uses and structures such as hotels, motels, retail or service establishments, contractor’s shops, wholesale establishment and storage, vehicle and watercraft sales and service, assisted living facilities among others.

Hoping to move away from that zoning in favor of an A-2 designation, which county officials admitted was a little bit unusual, is the new owner of Frontier Town, Sun TRS Frontier LLC, also represented by Cropper. The parcel of land in question is a partially wooded, 36-acre section east of Route 611, about 600 feet north of the junction with Route 376.

The A-2 district, according to county code, is intended to “foster the county’s agricultural heritage and used while also accommodating compatible uses of a more commercial nature that require large tracts of land.”

Principal uses include agriculture, aquaculture and roadside stands, but this zoning allows campgrounds by special exception, Currently, the property is used for stables and other facilities associated with Frontier Town, and the campground is located on the easterly portion of the property, according to the planning commission’s findings of fact.

The intention of the rezoning, according to the application, is to expand the existing campground at Frontier Town. One effect of the rezoning, Cropper maintains, is that the property will be protected from heavier commercial development, which is not necessarily appropriate for this property or the surrounding area.

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Officials mull change Continued from Page 15 Officials were prompted to take a clear stance on water activities months earlier when a resident asked to install a FlowRider, a device that simulates surfing in a controllable environment, in the manufacturing district.

“His device fell under simple language in the dictionary that it was a water-related recreational activity, so the Board [of Zoning Appeals] ruled in his favor,” city Zoning Administrator Blaine Smith said.

The FlowRider, as a state-regulated amusement, however, would have been more appropriate in an area specifically zoned for that.

The commission voted unanimously to move the suggested amendment the City Council.

“This isn’t the first time we’ve talked about this – we’ve had enough conversations with business owners and attorneys on the issue,” commission member Lauren Taylor said. “There’s plenty of minutes to reflect the reasoning behind this.”

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COUNTY BRIEFS

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer

AGH presentation Atlantic General Hospital CEO Michael Franklin gave a short overview of operations during Tuesday’s meeting of the county commissioners, highlighting efficiencies that were discovered during the last year.

Franklin said telemedicine has cut patient transfers from Berlin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in half, mitigating the need to pack up patients, drive them to the hospital, unpack everything and return them once the issue has been treated, in the best-case scenario.

The percentages of re-admissions to AGH from the nursing facility as a percentage of total monthly admissions fell drastically from a 63 percent baseline to fifteen percent from the period of February to November 2015.

Commissioner Jim Bunting asked

Franklin what recourse patients have when doctors are unavailable for appointments for extended periods, to which Franklin advocated frank conversation and a measured expression of displeasure.

Bay restoration fund Ocean Pines has received an exemption from paying into the Bay Restoration Fund next year.

Effective July 2012 each home served by a wastewater treatment facility or makes use of a septic system is charged $5 per month to help mitigate costs of nutrient runoff in the Chesapeake Bay. An evaluation of the Ocean Pines’ Discharge Monitoring Reports by the Maryland Department of the Environment revealed Ocean Pines met the threshold for an exemption from this fee.

The exemption will expire Feb. 1, 2017.

Condenser coils The rooftop condenser coils at the Snow Hill Health and Recreation Center facilities were recently evaluated

by Public Works staff and found to be in need of replacement, according to John Tustin, director.

The commissioners approved putting the project out to bid. Tustin said in a letter to the commissioners that funds for the project were found in the unassigned fund balance, which is generally used, in these circumstances, for unplanned projects.

Tree trimming Choptank Electric Cooperative served notice to the county commissioners that it would be trimming trees in the Berlin, West Ocean City, Snow Hill and Mt. Olive areas during the next year.

Choptank said in a letter that state law requires utilities to disclose this

information at least two months before work begins.

Rural legacy funds The county will pursue more than $3 million in state funds for the coastal bays and Dividing Creek rural legacy areas, though Environmental Services Director Bob Mitchell said it was unlikely Worcester would receive the full amount.

Last year, the county received $550,000 for Dividing Creek and nothing for the coastal bays.

Commissioner Ted Elder was the only vote against endorsing the submission.

Black History Month The county designated February as Black History Month. It is an annual observance across the country, as well as in Canada.

Local lawmakers weigh in on state agenda, FY’17 budget Carozza says $42.3 billion plan includes $140 million increase in education funds

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) With the introduction of the Gov. Larry Hogan’s budget and the first hearing on a proposal that would pave the way for the eventual construction of a third crossing of the Chesapeake Bay, the local shore delegation seems to have picked its issues for the first part of the session.

The governor’s budget, which must be submitted by the third Wednesday in January, proposes a $42.3 billion spending plan with a projected $449.5 million left in the reserves at the end of the year.

“My take on the budget is it’s building from last year. It’s a continuation of funding our priorities, with education at the top of the list,” Del. Mary Beth Carozza (R-38C) said.

According to Carozza, the governor

set aside $6.3 billion for K-12 education, which, she said, is an increase of about $140 million from last year.

Unfortunately, for Worcester County, that money won’t be flowing into public schools here. School Superintendent Dr. Jerry Wilson said under the spending plan and due to the nuanced nature of funding Worcester schools, the local district will actually see a minor budget decrease.

“If everything remained the same from last year we would have had a small increase,” Wilson said, but because of smaller enrollment numbers and a decrease in the number of children on the free and reduced meal program, the district will see a net decline of about $35,000.

Carozza said local government aid, distributed to counties, will increase 3.3 percent, and highway user fees have increased 18 percent in the new plan.

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Mathias pushes third bridge Continued from Page 18 money to put away for “rainy days” and for state employees’ pensions.

Meanwhile, Jim Mathias (D-38) said he had a “very successful” first hearing on his bill to set aside funds for an environmental impact study to determine the viability of a third bridge across the Chesapeake Bay. “It went exceptionally well. I’ve had a number of letters of support from the mayor and council of Ocean City, to Salisbury University, to the Delmarva Poultry Industry. On the other hand, the Maryland Transportation Authority opposed the idea,” he said.

Mathias said the objection stems

from the proposed legislation setting hard limits on how the agency spends its budget.

According to a report from the MTA, the current spans saw an average of 70,700 vehicles per day, and the volume is expected to increase to 92,800 by 2040. On Fridays during the summer, according to the report, traffic is expected to increase by 36 percent, or 13-14 miles worth of backup eastbound.

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New townhomes approved for 25th Street OC planning commission axes three required parking spaces for bayfront houses

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) For those in the market for a bayside townhouse the options will increase slightly following the Ocean City Planning and Zoning Commission’s approval Tuesday of site plans for six new units at 218 25th Street at its meeting on Tuesday.

Zoning Administrator Blaine Smith said the applicant, Nolen Graves, decided to raze existing structures he had previously rented to redevelop the land.

“When the current owner purchased the property, he rented it for

a time but he believes this is a better use of the property,” Smith said.

The plans call for half a dozen three-bedroom deeded townhomes to be built on the .26-acre parcel, which, following construction would have the address changed to 220 25th Street.

The plans approved by the commission include parking under the structures, which will be raised 8 feet from the ground. In August the Zoning Board of Appeals approved a request to allow tandem parking and waive three of the required parking spaces.

Normally, a three-bedroom unit is required to have 2.5 parking spaces each, for a total of 15 spaces in this instance. The plans were approved with allowances for a dozen parking spaces. Smith said this is still an im-

provement over the prior situation.

“The previous spaces weren’t designed well,” he said. “There were no stripes, just a big parking area with gravel.”

Smith also noted that existing overhead power lines would not require relocation and the dumpster pad would remain in the same location. The project would also require the creation of a homeowners association.

“It will need to have a HOA due to shared facilities,” Smith told the commission.

From his perspective, Graves said this obligation would be beneficial.

“It keeps a nicer little development,” he said.

Since the land is bayfront, the project is subject to the provisions of the Atlantic Coast Bays Critical Area

Protection Act. Created in 1984, the ACBCAPA helps protect water purity by working to reduce negative impacts from stormwater runoff, in addition to environmental conservation and instituting growth friendly land use policies.

In addition to proper setbacks, Graves also installed a new bulkhead.

“Everything just got put in this last summer,” he said.

In a phone interview the day following approval, Graves reviewed the project’s merits and described the location as a potential compromise for married couples, with a slip for a husband’s boat and close beach proximity for a wife to sunbathe.

“It’s direct bayfront, with fantastic views with good boatable water,” he said. “It’s going to be a good downtown project.”

OCPD warns fans against drinking, driving after game

(Feb. 5, 2016) Police in Ocean City are urging drivers to plan ahead for Super Bowl 50 festivities, strongly suggesting that fans who choose to drink alcoholic beverages elect not to drive.

“The driver is ultimately responsible for their own safety,” Police Chief Ross Buzzuro wrote in a press release. “If citizens choose to drink alcohol, we strongly recommend that they have a designated driver, call a cab or catch a city bus.”

The release offered advice for those planning to attend a Super Bowl party or enjoying the grid iron battle at a bar.

The first strategy police are advising is to have a designated driver or arrange for alternative transportation.

Police also advise seeking out a sober friend for a ride.

In addition, there are always the cab companies or the bus system.

According to the website dui.drivinglaws.org the average cost for a first DUI offense without injuries or damage is between $5,000 and $12,000.

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DUI collision A Dover man was charged with driving under the influence and other traffic charges Saturday after he allegedly went though a traffic signal on Route 610 and ran into a passing car.

State Police from the Berlin Barrack reported that Jonni Wolskee, 40, failed a battery of field sobriety tests conducted at the scene and was placed under arrest.

The driver of the other vehicle was taken to Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury with undisclosed injuries.

Wolskee was released to a sober party. In addition to the DUI, he was charged with reckless driving and entering an intersection with a flashing red traffic signal without stopping.

Drugs Jeremy Giordiano, 20, and Shawn Murray, 23, of Berlin were arrested on Jan. 3 for possession of heroin and drug paraphernalia.

An Ocean City police officer allegedly saw Giordiano leave a parking lot without looking for oncoming traffic. In addition, he noticed Giordano’s car had an inoperative tag light. A brake lamp was also out, and he had defective windshield wipers, according to a police report.

Police said a K9 search of the vehicle uncovered 25 wax papers that had traces of heroin, along with a metal grinding device that contained marijuana. Both suspects were in possession of additional wax papers, and police reported finding a syringe after searching Giordiano.

Giordiano and Murray were ar-

rested and taken to the public safety building for processing.

Breaking and entering Ocean City police officers arrested Laurie Cooper, 40, of Salisbury for breaking into a downtown residence on New Year’s Day. The owner called police on New Year’s Eve, after noticing his electric bill was higher than normal. Several items inside the dwelling were also out of place. He told police he had a strong feeling the intruders would return that evening.

A rental agent checked the property throughout the night, and called police when Cooper arrived. According to the report, she was occupying the space and told police she paid the owner of a cleaning company $150 in rent.

Cooper was arrested and charged with breaking and entering, theft, and not paying the owner to rent the unit.

Destruction of property Ocean City police officers arrested Robert Hartman, 24, of Newark, Delaware for allegedly destroying a picture frame at a local hotel on New Year’s Day. Hotel employees told police that Hartman had thrown objects on the front desk and was screaming obscenities. He also damaged a glass picture frame inside a bathroom, according to the report.

When police met with Hartman, they said he was highly intoxicated and was bleeding from a laceration to his hand. He was placed under arrest for malicious destruction of property and disorderly conduct.

OBITUARIES JEAN A. WALKER Berlin Jean A. Walker, age 91, of Berlin and formerly of Silver Spring, Md., died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016 at home.

She was born in Washington, D.C. and was the daughter of the late Baxter Harley and Lillian (Padgett) Ashley.

She had been a legal secretary for many years. She is survived by a brother, Robert S. Ashley of Silver Spring, Md.; a granddaughter, Susan J. Kaiser and husband, Keith, of Ocean Pines; three great-grandchildren, Rachel Kaiser, Shelby Kaiser and Elizabeth Greenlee and a greatgreat grandson, Wyatt Greenlee.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack W. Walker, in 2014 and a daughter, Patricia Liller.

No formal services are planned at this time.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, Md. 21802.

Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com.

DENNY PATRICK OWENS Ridgely, Md. Denny Patrick Owens, age 48, of Ridgely, Md., who was born on March 17, 1967, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2016. He was a carpenter and mechanic. His children, son, Matthew James Owens, and daughter, Sara Ann Owens, were the center of his life.

Denny Owens His two favorite past times were working on his car and rooting for the Washington Redskins. He is also survived by his mother, Eileen Smith; step-father, Mac Smith; brother, Frankie Owens; sister, Lisa Wiseman; step-brother, Jeffery Smith and stepsister, Kelly Belcher.

A funeral service was held Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016 at the Community Church of Ocean Pines. Interment was private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Community Church of Ocean Pines, 11227 Racetrack Rd., See OBITUARIES Page 23

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PATRICIA A. PEASE Berlin Patricia A. Pease, age 71, of Berlin, who was born on Jan. 26, 1944, passed away on Monday, Jan. 25, 2016.

Born in Washington, D.C., she was the daughter of the late Thomas Francis Sullivan and Paulene Gustlin Sullivan.

Patricia enjoyed crafts and collected humming birds.

She is survived by her husband, Philip Pease; son, Christopher Pease; daughter, Julie Pease; step-son, John Pease and step-daughters, Catherine Sciambi and Virginia Collin.

By request of the family, services and interment are private. Letters of condolence may be sent to the family at www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

ADAM DANIEL JOLLES Ocean Pines Adam Daniel Jolles died suddenly on Friday, Jan. 29, 2016 at Atlantic General Hospital.

He was born April 29, 1981, in Washington, D.C. He lived with his Aunt Brina in Ocean Pines.

Adam always lit up a room and brought joy to all who knew Adam Jolles him. He was a Special Olympics athlete and was selected to participate in the first ever Special Olympics National Games in Ames, Iowa. He came home as a celebrity; interviewed by the local papers and proudly wearing his gold, silver and bronze medals for swimming events.

He was also an avid bowler and enjoyed sailing. He loved to sing Beatles songs and could often be heard throughout the halls of the Worcester County Developmental Center, where he worked.

He is survived by his sister, Lauren; his guardian and beloved aunt, Brina, and his grandmother, Joan Savage Jolles.

He will be dearly missed by his uncles, Steven and his wife, Bernadette, Brian and his wife, Lisa and Joel and his wife, Kay; his eight cousins, Sara, Benjamin, Jeremy Matt, Phil, Jason, Jackie and Zachary, and his Special Olympics family.

He was preceeded in death by his parents, Joyce and Marty Jolles and his grandfather, Mike Jolles.

Contributions in memory of Adam may be made to Lower Shore Special Olympics (www.somd.org; Designate donation to Lower Shore) or Worcester County Developmental Center, 8545 Newark Road, Newark, Md. 21841.

A celebration of Adam’s life will be held at a further date at the Worcester County Developmental Center.

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After month of construction, Seacrets to re-open Thursday City, nightclub partner to raise entryway; return on Feb. 11 to include deals

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) A night out at Seacrets can take many forms, but what many visitors to the club had in common, up until this point, was the possibility of wet feet had it rained in the resort within the past 24 hours.

Work began on Jan. 3 to allay long-standing concerns about standing water at the nightclub’s entrance because of the low grade of the road leading to Seacrets’ entrance, which also had to match the road elevation.

That’s all changed now, as the entrance of Seacrets has been raised about three feet, according to owner Leighton Moore, and, from the city side, the road abutting the landmark has also been raised. A new storm drain was installed by Ocean City Public Works, so drainage should also be improved, according to Director Hal Adkins.

Instead of directing the flow of storm runoff to an area usually occupied by a number of visitors and vehicles at the front of the building, the water is directed to the new drain

some distance away from the main entrance.

“It’s exciting and it’s definitely put us under some pressure to finish, but everything’s set and on schedule,” Moore said.

Though the entrance has a much higher elevation than in the past, as Seacrets rests on some of the lowestlying lands on the island, Moore said the changes are tough to spot.

“We’ve got it looking as normal as possible with the goal of making flooding a non-issue. This is the culmination of lots of plans over the years,” Moore said.

Nothing culminates quite like it does at the 49th Street destination.

The re-opening party begins at 4 p.m. on Feb. 11 and starts with happy hour prices all night. Between 4-7 p.m. expect half-price jerk chicken, wings, Jamaican fries and onion rings as well as a $5 off raw bar items special. From 5-10 p.m. all entrees are half price.

Performers Opposite Directions, Alex & Shiloh, The Full Circle Duo and DJ Bobby-o will provide entertainment.

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By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) It’s unusual, and a little unnerving, to see Fager’s Island on 60th Street, completely deserted.

Since Jan. 3, the Ocean City landmark has been closed to undergo what owner John Fager calls “an interior refresh.”

Functionally, it means fresh coats of paint, new flooring, a revamped VIP area, a new main bar and some upgrades to the outdoor bars; but to the casual observer not many of the changes will be obvious.

“This is the longest we’ve been closed in 40 years,” Fager said. “It was time for some upgrades.”

The main bar has been pushed out six inches, which provides a surprising amount of space for bartenders, and is awaiting a new bar top. The floor under the bar has been completely replaced, owing to decades of drips, drops and spills. The bar fixtures are all cantilevered, which means no legs on sinks or basins eating up space or tripping up bartenders. The lines servicing the taps and dispensers are now moved inside the bar itself to save space.

The bronze statues all remain, as does Fager’s extensive Haitian art collection and the wood paneling of the main bar area is sporting a fresh coat of varnish.

Gone is the enclosed glass “greenhouse” situated along the south-facing wall of the dining room, and in its place is a carpeted VIP section for parties. A waist-high wall separates this section from the main dining room. The tables and chairs have been either reconditioned or replaced.

The tile floors are brand new.

In the outside section near the main entrance, the bar will soon have a new top, provided by a friend of Fager’s in Baltimore. For the first time, Fager’s Island will be able to serve the 10 craft beers they have on tap in the outdoor area.

Finally, in the kitchen downstairs, Fager said he’s replaced all of the walk-ins.

“There was no way to do all this and stay open,” Fager said. “We’re spending lots of money here.”

Hopefully, the investment will begin to pay dividends on Feb. 11, when Fager’s Island hosts a grand reopening party. For Fager’s event, happy hour prices will be in effect from 5-9 p.m., music will be provided by DJ RobCee and 1.25-pound whole steamed lobsters will be available for $9.95.

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Decatur athletes shine during swim meet against QA

Girls must play with 100 percent intensity, energy

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 5, 2016) The Stephen Decatur girls’ basketball team continues to take down each Bayside Conference opponent it faces as the regular season winds down.

On Tuesday, the Lady Seahawks hosted the Washington Jaguars and although it wasn’t their best performance, the home team still came away with a 75-44 victory.

“I definitely think there were times where we did good things – lot of good passing, good teamwork and there were some times where we had really good defense – but I also think we were really sloppy,” said Decatur Coach Kate Coates. “I was talking to the girls after the game, kind of comparing it back to our Pocomoke game where we had our composure and we were settled and we played a full 32 minutes, whereas [Tuesday] was some good things, followed by not so good things, followed by good things.”

Decatur outscored Washington 237 in the first quarter. At halftime in Berlin, the Seahawks led 41-20 and after three quarters, the home team was ahead 61-32.

“If we play a team that is really going to challenge us for the entire game, I think our girls step up and they dig deep and play hard the whole time. When we have such a lead, they’re not as afraid to make mistakes because there’s not really a big consequence if we do make one,” Coates said. “A lot of our easy shots just weren’t falling. I think when we start missing some shots our confidence goes down a little bit, but we’ve just got to keep attacking because we’re going to have nights like that.”

Senior captain Dayona Godwin led Decatur with 39 points, 17 rebounds and eight steals. Sophomore Amya Mumford scored 17 points and had 12 rebounds. Junior captain Lexie VanKirk added 15 points, 13 rebounds, four assists and four steals.

Decatur has five regular-season game remaining. The Seahawks will host the James M. Bennett Clippers on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m., then two days later the Mardela Warriors will come to Berlin for a 4 p.m. contest. The Indian River Indians will take a trip to Berlin next Friday, Feb. 12, for a 4 p.m. game.

The Seahawks will travel to Worton, Md. to battle the Kent County Trojans on Tuesday, Feb. 16 at 5:30 p.m. The final game of the regular season is on Thursday, Feb. 18 in Berlin at 5:30 p.m. against the Parkside Rams.

Although the Seahawks aren’t

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Stephen Decatur junior Savannah Schultz has a wide open look at the basket during Tuesday’s game against Washington in Berlin. Decatur won 75-44.

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Stephen Decatur freshman Sofia Gordy battles for a rebound with a Washington player during Tuesday’s game in Berlin.

looking past any team, they expected Mardela and Parkside to be their toughest competition.

“Mardela and Parkside, both of those two teams will be challenging for us,” Coates said. “Every day at practice,

every game, we’ve got to play with 100 percent intensity and energy. When subs come off the bench, they’ve got to know exactly what their roll is as soon as they step on the floor so that we’re all on the same page together.”

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 5, 2016) The Stephen Decatur girls’ swim team avenged an early season loss to the Queen Anne’s Lions on Tuesday, while the boys’ squad came from behind to also earn a victory at Washington College.

When the girls’ swim teams went head-to-head on Dec. 10 at the Pocomoke YMCA, Queen Anne’s won 89-81. This week, Decatur prevailed, 99-71.

“The girls are in better shape and there’s better flow [compared to the Dec. 10 meet] and they are set in their events now,” said Decatur Coach Mary Malone. “The effort level was awesome. We push them and they push us. It was a great meet overall.”

Lady Seahawks who took top honors in their individual events were senior captain Hailey Williams (200yard freestyle, 2:15.89 (tie); 500-yard freestyle, 6:10.51) and freshmen Allison Hunter (50-yard freestyle, 27.83 seconds; 100-yard breaststroke, 1:18.01), Kirsten Graham (100-yard freestyle, 1:02.59) and Abby Crisanti (200IM, 2:37.49).

Graham, Crisanti, senior captain Marley Rakow and senior Zainab Mirza won the 200-yard freestyle relay race (1:53.84).

The Decatur boys’ team trailed by six points (81-75) going into the final event of the night–the 400-yard freestyle relay race. The Seahawks finished first and second to win the meet 87-83.

“Their team is good and it was back and forth the entire time,” said Decatur Coach Steve Deakyne. “It was an exciting meet. Overall, everyone did really well.”

The Decatur team’s depth was key.

When the squad didn’t win an event, swimmers racked up points for second, third and fourth places.

Senior captain Andrew Gottfried (200-yard freestyle, 1:55.53), freshman Chase Deickman (100-yard freestyle, 57.08 seconds) and junior Dustin Berkey (100-yard backstroke, 1:04.83) won their individual events.

Berkey, Deickman, Gottfried and sophomore Kevin Williams out-swam their competition in the 400-yard freestyle relay race (3:48.87). Junior Tucker Cordial, sophomore Hayden Zaiser and freshmen Liam Deck and Wyatt Sperry came in second place (4:05.35) to help secure Decatur’s team victory.

The Seahawks now have a week to prepare for the 3A-2A-1A East Regional meet at the Arundel Swim Center on Saturday, Feb. 13. Both Decatur squads finished in second place during last year’s regional championship.

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Stephen Decatur senior Dryden Brous, top, works to bring down Kent Island’s Bert Schrecongost during their 220-pound match on Wednesday in Berlin. Brous won 5-3.

Stephen Decatur junior Adam McInerney, top, and Kent Island’s Nicholas Leisenring battle it out during their 152-pound match on Wednesday. McInerney outscored his opponent 9-6.

Decatur wrestling team tops JM Bennett and Kent Island

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 5, 2016) The Stephen Decatur wresting team earned wins over two Bayside opponents this week as the grapplers now prepare for the conference championship meet, Feb. 19-20.

On Monday, the Seahawks hosted the James M. Bennett Clippers and won 62-13.

Juniors Robert Kaminski and Josh Lawson kicked the meet off with pins at 106 and 113 pounds. Sophomore Jeremy Danner scored a 15-0 technical fall at 120 pounds, then junior Carl Echols (126), senior Robert Scafone (132) and junior Andrew McKahan

(138) pinned their opponents.

Junior Adam McInerney won 8-2 at 145 pounds and freshman Lukas Layton pinned his 152-pound competition to give Decatur a 44-0 lead.

“Lukas Layton is a freshman stepping into our varsity line-up – that doesn’t happen very often – and he pinned a tough kid,” said Decatur Coach Todd Martinek. “He really wore the kid down physically by the third period.”

Bennett logged a major decision at 160 pounds and a decision at 170 pounds.

Sophomore Caleb Bourne (182), See DECATUR Page 30

Wrestling Box Scores Stephen Decatur (STDE) 62 James M Bennett Senior (JMBS) 13 106: Robert Kaminski (STDE) pinned Patrick Hugues (JMBS) (0:38) 113: Josh Lawson (STDE) pinned Gene Willaims (JMBS) (1:18) 120: Jeremy Danner (STDE) 15-0 tech fall over Zachary Lacier (JMBS) (4:00) 126: Carl Echols (STDE) pinned Cole Nestor (JMBS) (1:13) 132: Robert Scafone (STDE) pinned Matt Darcy (JMBS) (3:21) 138: Andrew McKahan (STDE) pinned Tanner Farro (JMBS) (1:03) 145: Adam McInerney (STDE) 8-2 decision over David Darcy (JMBS)

152: Lukas Layton (STDE) pinned Keyshawn Dale (JMBS) (4:54) 160: Chad Farro (JMBS) 13-4 major decision over Zerrick Collins (STDE) 170: Louis Bernard (JMBS) 11-6 decision over Tyler VanSice (STDE) 182: Caleb Bourne (STDE) pinned William Harrison (JMBS) (1:16) 195: Dryden Brous (STDE) pinned Trent Ireland (JMBS) (2:48) 220: Jian Joobeen (STDE) pinned Angel Trujillo (JMBS) (2:18) 285: Loma Thomas (JMBS) pinned Jose Robles (STDE) (0:28) Stephen Decatur (STDE) 32 Kent Island (KEIS) 24 220: Dryden Brous (STDE) 5-3 over Bert Schrecongost (KEIS) 285: Jian Joobeen (STDE) pinned Grayson Colchagoff (KEIS) (1:15) 106: Robert Kaminski (STDE) win by forfeit 113: Josh Lawson (STDE) 2-0 over James VanLew (KEIS) 120: Dylan Finlay (KEIS) 11-7 over Jeremy Danner (STDE) 126: Carl Echols (STDE) 6-2 over Brady Levasseur (KEIS) 132: Justin Thomas (KEIS) pinned Robert Scafone (STDE) (0:13) 138: Ryan Domogauer (KEIS) pinned Aiden Nichols (STDE) (0:20) 145: Andrew McKahan (STDE) tech fall 22-7 over Ryan Salus (KEIS) (5:40) 152: Adam McInerney (STDE) 9-6 over Nicholas Leisenring (KEIS) 160: Jake Hipps (KEIS) 8-3 over Lukas Layton (STDE) 170: Brady Loveless (KEIS) 7-4 over Tyler VanSice (STDE) 182: Caleb Bourne (STDE) 8-4 over Arne Nelson (KEIS) 195: James Connor (KEIS) 4-2 over Gavin Payne (STDE)

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Stephen Decatur sophomore Caleb Bourne, top, battles Kent Island's Arne Nelson during their 182-pound match Wednesday night in Berlin.

Bourne won 8-4.

“Caleb Bourne, beating [Nelson], he’s a senior so that was a good win for him,” Decatur Coach Todd Martinek said.

Decatur topped Kent Island 32-24.

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Decatur wrestlers now preparing for conference meet Continued from Page 28 senior Dryden Brous (195) and junior captain Jian Joobeen (220) pinned their opponents.

Bennett scored a pin in the final match of the evening – 285 pounds.

“I thought we looked great. [We] never got tired, we scored a lot and were very offensive oriented,” Martinek said.

Todd Martinek “Everybody is showing improvement.”

The Kent Island Buccaneers came to Berlin on Wednesday to battle the Seahawks. Decatur came out on top 32-24 on Senior Night.

Brous won his 220-pound match 53, Joobeen pinned his 285-pound opponent, then Kent Island forfeited the 106-pound match to Kaminski and Lawson was victorious 2-0 at 113 pounds to provide Decatur with an 180 lead.

The Buccaneers scored three points at 120 pounds, which was followed by a 6-2 win by Echols at 126 pounds.

Kent Island got pins at 132 and 138 pounds to cut the home team’s advantage to 21-15. McKahan (145) earned a 22-7 tech fall then McInerney (152) won 9-6 to boost Decatur’s lead to 2915.

The Buccaneers pulled to within eight points with wins at 160 and 170 pounds. Bourne secured the victory for Decatur, getting three points with an 8-4 win at 182 pounds.

“The guys that have been wrestling well and working hard in practice seem to be coming along pretty well,” Martinek said. “Overall, we still look like we’re in relatively good shape. We were relatively aggressive. [Kent Island was] a little more aggressive too and I like that. It’s good for us to see.

I’m happy to get out with a win.”

Decatur’s final match of the regular season is against the Polytech Panthers on Monday at 6 p.m. in Woodside, Del. The Seahawks (12-1) will then compete in the Bayside Conference championship, Feb. 19-20, in Cambridge.

“Hopefully we get healthy, keep working hard and maybe we can win the Bayside tournament. We’ll see. We have a lot of work to do,” Martinek said.

“Even thought we don’t have a regular season champion, I feel like we have the best dual meet team in the conference.”

Christina Romano high jumps 5 feet 1 inch for reg. title

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Stephen Decatur junior Christina Romano captured the 3A East Regional high jump title during Tuesday's championship meet at the Prince George's Sportsplex in Landover.

Defense and free throws key for Decatur late in contest

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 5, 2016) Trailing the Washington Jaguars by two points at the start the of fourth quarter, Stephen Decatur boys’ basketball Coach BJ Johnson told his players that they needed to execute and play good defense, and the Seahawks listened.

Decatur outscored Washington 23-9 in the final quarter to win 61-49.

“It was a very good game. We battled and we fought,” Johnson said.

“Every team is going to be giving us their best effort because they want to knock off No. 1.”

Decatur led 17-14 at the end of the first quarter in Princess Anne. At halftime, the visiting Seahawks held a 27-20 advantage.

Washington turned up the pressure in the third quarter, outscoring Decatur 20-11. After three quarters, the Jaguars were ahead 40-38.

Decatur chipped away at the lead and scored 23 points in the fourth to Washington’s nine.

“Going into the fourth quarter we were down by two and we won by 12.

The kids did what they were supposed to,” Johnson said. “I’m pleased with our defense. It was definitely one of the best defensive games we’ve

played all year. That and free throws down the stretch were key.”

In the fourth quarter, Decatur hit 13 of 19 foul shots. Senior Torrey Brittingham was 7-for-8 from the freethrow line in the final quarter and sophomore Ja’Ron Johnson netted all four of his shots.

Junior captain Keve Aluma led Decatur with 19 points, 13 rebounds and eight blocks. Brittingham chipped in with 17 points, eight assists and four steals. Johnson added 11 points.

“Those three really stepped up big for us,” Coach Johnson said.

With five regular-season games remaining, Johnson said the Seahawks “don’t want to get complacent.”

“We can still improve, especially on offense,” he said.

Decatur will travel to Cambridge to play the Vikings today, Friday, at 6:30 p.m. On Tuesday, the Seahawks head to Salisbury to face the James M. Bennett Clippers at 5:30 p.m.

They wrap up the regular season with 5:30 p.m. games at home against the Mardela Warriors next Thursday and the Kent County Trojans on Tuesday, Feb. 16. Their last game is in Salisbury against the Parkside Rams at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 18.

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 5, 2016) Stephen Decatur junior Christina Romano was “super nervous” before attempting a high jump of 5 feet 1 inch during the 3A East Regional championships at Prince George’s Sportsplex on Tuesday, but her teammates and coach helped to calm her nerves, and she made it over the bar.

Not only was it a personal record, but it also earned her the indoor track regional high jump title.

“My coach told me to relax and smile before my jump, and that I could do it,” she said. “I made it on the first attempt. I was ecstatic. I wasn’t expecting to clear it on the first try.”

Romano, Deanna Yancey of Wilde Lake and Julia Shanley of Mt. Hebron all successfully made their high jumps at 4 feet 11 inches, so the bar was moved up to 5 feet 1 inch. Romano was the only one to clear it.

Her previous best height was 5 feet.

Since she had already won the event, she attempted 5 feet 2 inches. Romano said she almost made it over successfully on her last jump, but the bar came down.

Top-four finishes in regional events earn athletes spots in the state championship meet. The 3A competition will take place Tuesday, Feb. 16 at the Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex in Landover.

Romano will be joined by five of her teammates at the state meet.

Junior Bethany Williams tied for fourth place in the high jump with five other competitors (4 feet 9 inches).

Senior Katie Hofman finished third in the pole vault (8 feet 6 inches) to also qualify for states. Junior Jillian Mitrecic came in fifth place, but her vault of 8 feet exceeded the advancement standard of 7 feet 7 inches, so she will go to the championship meet as well.

Senior Evan Haas took second in the pole vault (10 feet 6 inches) and junior Ben Jolley placed fourth (9 feet 6 inches).

“The competition was really tough, but that was expected. Stephen Decatur athletes did basically exactly as I expected,” Decatur Coach Jody Stigler said. “If we had more athletes qualify, then I would have been thrilled. If we had less athletes qualify, I would have been disappointed.

If you asked me who I thought would qualify before the meet, those are the qualifiers I would have foreseen.”

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Prep boys’ team plays well in first match back after break

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Feb. 5, 2016) After a week of semester exams followed by a week off from school for winter break, Wednesday night was the first time the Worcester Prep boys’ basketball team had stepped on the court for competition since its last game on Jan. 11.

The break did not seem to slow the team down.

Keith Geiger “We had only two practices in 18 days.

The boys played as good defense as I’ve seen them play all year,” Prep Coach Keith Geiger said after his team’s 3224 victory over the Salisbury Christian Jaguars. “And honestly, the offense was really good too. Not many turnovers, not many bad shots. We just didn’t make easy buckets.”

When the two teams met on Jan. 8 in Berlin, Salisbury won 41-37. This week’s win put Worcester on top of the Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference standings.

The Mallards outscored the Jaguars 7-4 in the first quarter in Salisbury. Going into the locker room at halftime, the visiting Prep team led 14-10. After three quarters, Worcester

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Sophomore Tucker Brown scored nine points and had 14 rebounds. Sam Cantello, a sophomore, chipped in with seven points.

Worcester’s seniors will be honored tonight, Friday, during the team’s final home game of the regular season. The match against the Delmarva Christian Royals is slated to begin at 7 p.m.

After tonight’s game, the Mallards have three remaining. On Monday, they will travel to Salisbury to play the Salisbury School Dragons at 6:30 p.m., followed by the Chincoteague Ponies on the road, Wednesday, at 5:30 p.m. The final game of the regular season is Friday, Feb. 12 in Westover against the Holly Grove Eagles at 5:30 p.m.

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Worcester Prep junior Madison Bescak was presented with the Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference Player of the Year award for her performance during the fall soccer season.

Playing soccer since the age of 4, Bescak is a WPS three-sport athlete who also plays competitive travel soccer year-round.

She admitted that she was surprised and excited because she said it is such a tremendous honor. Receiving the award is also very humbling, she said.

“I never really thought that people looked at me in that way. I was also very surprised to receive the honor as a junior,” said Bescak, who led the undefeated 11-0 Prep team with 10 goals and six assists. “I could not have received this honor without my amazing team… My team and coaches pushed me to work hard every day. I share this award with my team, because honestly, we were the team of the year in the ESIAC conference.”

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Gold Coast Mall gym opens new chiropractic clinic

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) Anyone having back pain, headaches or trouble sleeping may want to make an appointment with Dr. Carey Pabouet-Sigafoose at Chiro 100 inside the Gold Coast Gym on 115th Street.

The chiropractor specializes in detecting vertebral subluxations or pinches in the spinal column. When these bones are out of alignment, it is Pabouet-Sigafoose’s job to find and correct them.

“It’s a passion and wanting people to know there is an option,” PabouetSigafoose said. “What is causing that?”

Correcting vertebral subluxations allows the brain and body to communicate with each other and function at a higher potential, Pabouet-Sigafoose said. The dysfunction causes symptoms such as being short of breath, acid reflux and having colds, he continued.

“I will never care more than you do, I will care just as much,” PabouetSigafoose said. “I am here to supply knowledge, educate and move your bones back in place. Everyone’s 100 percent is different, I will help you get there.”

By correcting the out of place bones, pressure is alleviated, allowing the body to heal on its own, PabouetSigafoose said.

Chiro 100 does not take insurance or accept workplace and personal injury patients. A gym membership is not required.

Plans are on a membership basis with unlimited chiropractic care and start at $100 per month. A one-year membership is $1,000 and there are family discounts. Although Chiro 100 does not deal with insurance, the costs can apply towards deductibles, he explained.

In addition, Pabouet-Sigafoose is capping the number of patients he will treat at 100 to ensure the proper care and attention is given to each individual.

The initial visit to Chiro 100 takes about an hour and a half. New patients fill out forms, watch a short video about chiropractic care, have a full posture analysis, talk about their medical histories, go over payment plans, take a battery of additional tests and receive their first adjustment.

Since adjustments take five to 10 minutes there are no appointments required and patients can stop by anytime during office hours.

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Dr. Carey Pabouet-Sigafoose, left, his dog, Rupert, and Patrick Pabouet-Sigafoose pose for a picture on Monday morning in their chiropractic office on 115th Street inside Gold Coast Gym.

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Anyone suffering from back pain, headaches or trouble sleeping may want to make an appointment with Dr. Carey Pabouet-Sigafoose at Chiro 100 inside the Gold Coast Gym on 115th Street.

bones out of place are put into the computer for Pabouet-Sigafoose to easily reference each visit.

“If the spine was on our noses we would take a lot better care of them,” Pabouet-Sigafoose said. “We just don’t see them.”

Generally, patients need to be adjusted three days a week in the begin-

ning, but will change to once a week for maintenance after the body corrects itself, Pabouet-Sigafoose said.

Pabouet-Sigafoose is from a chiropractic family and his father, Dr. James Sigafoose, was one of the founders of Life University in Atlanta.

Pabouet-Sigafoose, his five siblings, See CHIRO Page 34

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) In July of last year, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) adopted the Maryland Digital Flood Insurance Rate Map for Worcester County. Once adopted, the majority of Ocean City was taken out of a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) and placed into a preferred zone, labeled “X” on the flood maps.

However, as a result of being taken out of an SFHA (or usually “A” rated zones), most homeowners have received a letter from their lender that their property has been removed from needing mandatory flood insurance. Most lenders are deleting the flood portion of escrow accounts, and requiring that homeowners assume the responsibility for payment of a flood premium for any subsequent renewals.

In many cases, flood insurance premiums have improved for homeowners, but there are other cases where the existing SFHA policy is cheaper, and when that is the case, the flood policy can be grandfathered in, allowing the owner to keep the existing, less expensive policy.

The new maps were prepared with updated base mapping and topography that should improve the accuracy of floodplain determinations. With this update a Digital Flood Insurance Rate Map (DFIRM) was produced that is compatible with GIS. FEMA stated that the improvements in spatial accuracy provided by the new base map, and the availability of electronic floodplain information, should greatly enhance the ability to use the maps for planning, permitting and insurance applications.

A number of factors are used to determine flood insurance premiums, including the amount of coverage purchased, the deductible, location, age, occupancy and type of building. For newer buildings in floodplains, the elevation of the lowest adjacent grade (the lowest ground touching the structure), or lowest floor relative to the base flood elevation (BFE) will also be used to rate the policy.

A policy may be purchased from any licensed property insurance agent or broker who is in good standing in the state in which the agent is licensed.

Many local insurance agencies are well versed in flood insurance quotes.

Lauren Bunting is a licensed REALTOR/Associate Broker with Bunting Realty, Inc. in Berlin.

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Chiro 100 offers plans on membership basis Continued from Page 33 two of their spouses and a cousin have all become chiropractors.

He began practicing in Baltimore during the 2000s. Pabouet-Sigafoose said he helped several Ravens and Orioles players in addition to being the official chiropractor for the HBO series, “The Wire.”

In Baltimore, Pabouet-Sigafoose realized many people wanted to take advantage of his care, but were hindered by insurance costs and limitations.

“This is preventative emergency care and has brought back the joy of practice,” Pabouet-Sigafoose said.

“We created this to show people they can live much healthier lives. It is a place to come and realize they are in charge of their health care.”

Pabouet-Sigafoose created Sigafoose.com to keep his father’s memory alive and to help as many people as possible to reach their own 100 percent. The website publishes chiropractic materials, products and information.

He is also the host of SigTalks, a popular chiropractic philosophy podcast, which is listened to in 100 countries. On the show, he plays a portion of his father’s recordings and gives his own opinion on the topics.

A visit to the Gold Coast Gym in December landed Pabouet-Sigafoose his chiropractic space and he officially opened on Jan. 8. Currently, the practice has six patients.

“My family lives in Bel Air [Maryland] and I love the ocean,” PabouetSigafoose said. “I have been coming to Ocean City since I was three. This is home and I am ready for the new adventure.”

Chiro 100 is open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays are reserved for new patients and hours are 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Today at 9 a.m., Pabouet-

Sigafoose invites interested patients to Denny’s on 112th Street for free breakfast. He will give a 20 to 30 minute talk on migraines, vertebral subluxations and give potential patients a chance to meet the doctor.

Pabouet-Sigafoose is also available for free health care talks at senior centers, libraries or for any groups.

“If I can pay my bills, eat, see Star Wars and get the large popcorn, life is good,” Pabouet-Sigafoose said.

Check out www.facebook.com/ chiro100oceancity, call 443-966-5411 or stop by during office hours on 115th Street inside the Gold Coast Gym for more information.

Riviera Motel demolished to pave way for downtown hotel (Feb. 5, 2016) Gillis Gilkerson construction management and general contracting firm has been hired to build a new 54,000-square-foot hotel at 2500 Baltimore Avenue in Ocean City.

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“Gillis Gilkerson was always on time and organized,” said Maria Florio, owner of Crystal Beach Hotel.

“We decided to go back to them because of their reputation and ability to deliver.”

“A returning customer is a satisfied customer,” said Dwight Miller, president of Gillis Gilkerson. “We are pleased to have the opportunity to provide them with a brand new hotel to attract visitors for the 2017 summer season in Ocean City.”

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Joining the Group are: Kathy Panco, Lola Panco, Sharon Daughtery, Rich Difillipo, Eric Cropper, Michael Maykrantz, Lauren Foster, Debbie Newman and Polly Poddar.

The Fritschle are excited about the increased level of services and the years of experience that these professionals bring to their company.

Annie’s Project Annie’s Project is back on the Lower Eastern Shore for 2016. This year’s Lower Shore Annie’s Project will be a supper series with discussions over dinner with various guest speakers that will promote farm growth for both new and established farmers.

Farm women will gain skills to successfully manage risk on the farm.

Annie’s Project is designed to empower women in agriculture to manage information and learn about agriculture in a relaxed local network.

The target audience is women with a passion for agriculture.

Suppers will be held at the One Stop Job Stop (31901 Tri-County Way, Salisbury, Md. 21804) from 6-9 p.m.

Cost is $10 per person per night and includes dinner along with all course material. Register for one, or all at http://lowershore2016anniesproject.eventbrite.com.

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Dates and topics are: Thursday, Feb. 18; Expanding the Farm; Thursday, March 3; Marketing My Farm and Thursday, March 17, Agriculture Law Issues.

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Top Agents ResortQuest Real Estate recently honored December’s top producers for its southeast Sussex County, Del., locations.

Robert Kauffman of the Bethany Beach office earned top listing honors for December.

Top listing agents by office were: Sarah Schifano of the Marketplace at Sea Robert Kauffman Colony Oceanfront office, Jenny Smith of the Edgewater/Sea Colony Oceanfront office and Cindy Spieczny of the West Fenwick office.

Anne Powell of the Bethany Beach office earned top sales honors for December.

Top selling agents by office were: Colleen Windrow of the Marketplace at Sea Anne Powell Colony office, Steve Alexander of the Edgewater/Sea Colony Oceanfront office, Carter Howell of the West Fenwick office and Marc Grimes of the Bear Trap Dunes/Ocean View office.

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Bethany Drew, Terri Bradford and the Power of 2 Team have ranked No. 1 in sales volume among all of their peers in the Coastal Association for 2015.

This is quite an accomplishment considering the CAR association consists of more than 1,000 Bethany Drew members and service the Tri-County market.

With the team’s expertise in marketing, staging, retail, short sale and bank owned sales, it has the right combination to find success in obtaining their client’s goals, said Debbie Hileman, broker of Hileman Real Estate.

The Power of 2 Team can be contacted at Terri Bradford Hileman Real Estate, Berlin office, 410-208-9200 Ext 4.

ASC&D awards Atlantic/Smith, Cropper & Deeley held its annual meeting on Jan. 19 at Princess Royale in Ocean City. Many awards were handed out to celebrate a successful 2015 fiscal year.

Megan Muller received the 2015

Top Producer Award. Muller is an account executive at Atlantic/Smith, Cropper & Deeley and focuses on community associations and nonprofits.

She lives in Bishopville with her husband and children and is a member of the Showell Elementary School Action Committee.

Travis Hinman and John Wheeler won Gold Producer Awards for excellent sales in 2015. Nicole Brushmiller and Nikki Strickler won for Top Retention Producers. Together the sales team met and exceeded the 2015 new businesses and retention goals set by the agency.

Amber Brown earned the Ron Pasquariello Circle of Excellence Award. Brown has been with Atlantic/Smith, Cropper & Deeley since 2012 and currently serves as the Lloyds Underwriter. The 2015 fiscal year was a time of great change and Brown showed courage and willingness to be a champion of change.

Throughout the year she remained committed to personal and operational growth.

Kelley Callis and Matt Ventura won Top Customer Service Awards for excellent service to clients and employees.

Headquartered in Willards, Atlantic/Smith, Cropper & Deeley is an independent insurance agency specializing in employer benefits, business and personal insurances.

Atlantic/Smith, Cropper & Deeley recently presented awards to celebrate a successful 2015 fiscal year. Receiving awards, from left, are John Wheeler, Laura Bren, Nicole Brushmiller, Travis Hinman, Megan Muller and Nikki Strickler.

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(Feb. 5, 2016) Raymond M. Thompson, president and CEO of Calvin B. Taylor Banking Company in Berlin, has announced the following recent promotions: Raymond Robinson has been promoted to vice president. Robinson has been with the bank for more than 13 years.

During his career, Robinson has primarily worked in the Ocean City market as R. Robinson a branch manager.

In 2014, he was promoted to assistant vice president and transferred to the bank’s 20th Street location. He currently directs the operations and management of the 20th Street branch and serves as the bank’s security officer.

Lee Chisholm has been promoted to assistant vice president. Chisholm has been with the bank for 10 years. During his career, he has attended the bank’s internal management training program, graduated Lee Chisholm from the Maryland Banker’s School and managed the bank’s Snow Hill branch.

In 2013, Chisholm was promoted to a Loan and Business Development officer where he currently serves the Southern Worcester County and Eastern Shore Virginia areas.

Cory Walsh has been promoted to assistant vice president. Walsh has been with the bank for four years. He joined Taylor Bank as the bank’s Loan and Business Development officer for the Southeastern Cory Walsh Delaware region.

Walsh supports the bank’s business development in Ocean View and surrounding areas.

Clifton “Ray” Daisey has been promoted to assistant vice president. Daisey has been with the bank for six years. He currently oversees the operations and management of the bank’s Pocomoke branch.

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cate meighan inside going out ould you believe that Americans are expected to spend an estimated $15.5 billion dollars this weekend on Super Bowl-related activities? It just goes to show that even if our favorite teams aren’t playing, we’ll all take any excuse to have some fun. So, whether or not you are a fan of the Carolina Panthers or Denver Broncos is almost secondary to the fact that Super Bowl 50 inevitably means lots of food and drinks.

Here’s a list of Super Bowl parties and specials that I’ve gathered for you, in case going out to party is the only way that you can imagine spending game day.

Duffy’s Tavern on 130th Street in the Montego Shopping Center will have food and drink specials beginning at 3 p.m.

Breakers Pub at The Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street and Coastal Highway will have 16 hi-def and two jumbo TV’s to watch the game as well as various food and drink specials.

Dunes Manor at 2800 N. Baltimore Ave. is having a major blowout with $50 for #50. Dunes Manor’s Big Game Party is $50 per person and includes food, an open bar, tournaments, giveaways and more from 6 p.m. until the end of the game. Menu includes wings, taco/nacho bar, potato bar, beersteamed brats and much more.

Check out www.dunesmanor.com for reservations.

45th Street Taphouse Bar & Grille will have prize giveaways hourly beginning at 3 p.m. and running until the end of the game. It will also feature a tailgate party with live music and 2-for-1 drinks from 3-6 p.m. As for the specials, Taphouse will have fish tacos, pork sliders and buffalo chicken egg rolls for $2.50. Wash them down with Assawoman drafts and Carolina and Denver shots for just $2.50 as well.

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Lauren Paulsen smiles on the newly constructed patio among Alzheimer’s and Dementia residents at Berlin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was awarded the prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award for her efforts in building the patio.

Local teens earn prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) Lauren Paulsen, 16, of Ocean Pines and Rebecca Evans, 17, of Bishopville have earned the highest honor in Girl Scouts and were recognized Sunday at Smyrna High School in Delaware.

“The Girl Scout Gold Award represents the highest achievement in Girl Scouts,” said Denise Eberspeaker, director of communications for the Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay. “Open only to girls in high school, this prestigious award challenges girls to change the world – or at least their corner of it.”

To earn the Gold Award, scouts must spearhead a take-action project, where they dedicate at least 80 hours to its completion. The project must also include a plan for sustainability.

“Only about 5 percent of Girl Scouts nationally achieve the Gold Award,” Eberspeaker said.

Paulsen has been a Girl Scout since kindergarten and has spent 13 years with the organization. She is a member of Troop #256 and has received all three service project awards including bronze, silver and gold. In addition, she has a pin for 10 years in scouting.

“I want to thank the community for all they have done with donations,” Paulsen said.

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Lauren Paulsen poses next to her Girl Scout Gold Award project. It gives Alzheimer’s and Dementia residents at Berlin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center a place to spend time outside while in a protected area.

For her project, Paulsen decided to give Alzheimer’s and Dementia residents at Berlin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center a place to spend time outside while in a protected area.

“My grandmother was in the Dementia unit and I found a need for it,” Paulsen said.

Before Paulsen’s help in building a patio, there was barely any shade and limited wheelchair accessibility to outdoor areas.

“It felt really good to help out the community and I can’t believe I am finally done,” Paulsen said. “It took two years to raise $10,000 and it feels great.”

Evans is also in Troop #256 and has received all three service project awards including bronze, silver and gold. She has been a Girl Scout for nine years.

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Rebecca Evans, left, helps facilitate a Sunday school fire drill at the Church of the Holy Spirit in Ocean City. Her safety procedures and help in digitizing all church records were instrumental in receiving the prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award.

Continued from Page 37 long journey,” Evans said. “I worked really hard to get this award and it feels good.”

For her project, Evans helped preserve and digitize all records at the Church of the Holy Spirit in Ocean City. All records are now stored in a fire and waterproof safe. She also put safety procedures in place for emergencies.

“I was thinking of topics for the Gold Award when the fire happened at St. Paul’s [by-the-Sea in Ocean City], and my family attended there when I was younger,” Evans said.

She found out her church did not have any safety measures in place and spent more than a year to help improve its system.

“The Gold Award has inspired girls to find the greatness inside themselves and share their ideas and passions with their communities,” Eberspeaker said.

The Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay encompasses nearly 10,000 girls, 4,000 volunteers and serves the entire Delmarva Peninsula. This year, 24 local Girl Scouts from Virginia to Delaware earned the Gold Award.

For more information on the Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay, visit www.GSCB.org or call 302-456-7150.

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menu and free complementary nacho trays.

BJ’s on the Water on 75th Street and the bay will have a super tailgate party beginning at 2 p.m. Teenage Rust & the Fabulous Rustettes will be live on stage and the menu includes Rocky Mountain BBQ balls, Carolina shrimp, bronco burgers and more. Of course, BJ’s will also be serving up great drink specials as well.

Skye Bar on 66th Street will host a party on Sunday for the big game beginning at 4 p.m. Get happy hour prices on drink, and there will also be a Tailgate menu and giveaways, including four trips to Atlantic City (one every quarter) and a basket of cheer.

Hooters on Route 50 in West Ocean City will have drink specials from 3 p.m. to close that includes $2.50 wells, $3.50 wines, $5.50 top shelf, $4 twisted teas and crushes, plus $1.75 naturals.

Hooters will also have several great game day carryout package deals like “the touchdown,” which includes 50 wings, 20 buffalo shrimp, 12-pack of sliders for $75.

Live music by Knucklebones from 2-5 p.m. Check out www.hootersofoc.com for more details.

Harborside in West Ocean City presents a pre-game party with live music by Opposite Directions beginning at 2 p.m. Drink specials including $2 16-ounce drafts (Miller Lite, Coors Light and Yuengling) and $2 rail drinks. Happy hour food specials include steam shrimp, clams and mussels in the bar and pub areas during the game.

The Original Greene Turtle on 116th Street and Coastal Highway will offer 75-cent wings, $1 cheeseburger sliders, $5 pub fries and $6 broccoli bites. You can

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Pizza Tugos on 116th Street and Coastal Highway and the Pizza Tugos location on Ocean Gateway in West OC both have Super Bowl 50 covered no matter what your needs may be. You can enjoy allyou-can-eat wings and pizza beginning at 6:30 p.m. and, of course, the regular full menu and full bar are also available. If you’d rather party at home, Pizza Tugos will deliver wings, pizza, pasta, subs and salads right to your doorstep.

Claddagh on the Shore at 1106 Coastal Highway in Fenwick Island will be having its second annual Super Sunday party with various food and drink specials. Come early to enjoy the tail end of its Sunday brunch with bottomless mimosas and bloody marys for just $12.

Seacrets: Jamaica USA on 49th Street, bayside will celebrate its reopening on Thursday, Feb. 11 with a “Go For the Gold Party.” Seacrets will reopen after a month of renovations with new food and drink specials, plus a chance to win

Seacrets VIP Gold cards. The fun starts at 4 p.m. and there will be live entertainment by Alex & Shiloh, Opposite Directions and Full Circle Duo. Also happening at Seacrets in coming weeks will be the Shore Craft Beer Fest: Love On Tap! This event, scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 21 from 1-4 p.m. will feature more than 20 different craft beers to sample. Participating breweries include Evolution Craft Brewing Company, Dogfish Head Beer, Fin City Brewing Company, Burley Oak Brewing Company, Ocean City Brewing Company, Backshore Brewing and more.

There will be live entertainment

by Whiskeyhickon Boys, and a special menu will be available to accompany the various brews. The first 400 attendees are guaranteed a commemorative pint glass to take home with them. Tickets for this event are available at www.shorecraftbeerfest.com.

The Seaside Boat Show will take place at the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street and Coastal Highway from Friday, Feb. See CATE Page 40

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HOROSCOPE ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

A burst of optimism has you moving toward a new goal, Aries. This positive frame of mind can propel you to the finish line quickly, but make each decision carefully.

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14 through Sunday, Feb. 16. This top-rated, indoor boat show will feature approximately 350 boats and more than 140 exhibitors.

There will be 50 boat dealers, artists and various crafts available during this three-day event. Check out www.OCboatshow.com for more information.

Feb. 14 is going to sneak up on us really fast, so, guys, make sure you’re thinking ahead for Valentine’s Day. Dunes Manor at 2800 N. Baltimore Ave. is planning a Sweet and Spicy Valentine’s Day Weekend with oceanfront accommodations for lovers. A five-course Valentine’s Day gourmet dinner for two, salsa and bachata dance lessons in the ballroom plus a Valentine’s Day dance party with DJ Louis is included. Call 1-800-5232888 to make your reservations.

Longboard Cafe on 67th Street and midtown Boardwalk will be celebrating all weekend long from Friday, Feb. 12 through Sunday, Feb. 14. Reserve your spot online at HYPERLINK “http://www.longboardcafe.net/”www.longboardcafe.net for a very special four-course dinner for $39.99.

45th Street Taphouse Bar & Grille on 45th Street and the bay will feature a Valentine’s weekend food and beer pairing dinner from Thursday, Feb. 11 through Sunday, Feb. 14.

32 Palm Restaurant on 32nd Street, oceanside in the Hilton, will be serving sweetheart specials as well as its regular menu from Friday, Feb. 12 through Sunday, Feb. 14. Starters include lobster bisque and creole shrimp and grits with entrees such as rockfish fillet, stuffed lobster tail and seafood mac and cheese to follow. Call 410-289-2525 to make reservations.

Harpoon Hanna’s on Route 54 and the bay in Fenwick Island is also taking reservations for Valentine’s Day. Its whole menu will be available with a few surprises and Dave Hawkins will be providing the entertainment from 5-9 p.m. Check out www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com for more information.

Jules on 120th Street and Coastal Highway is also taking Valentine’s Day reservations. It also has a great early bird special every day from 5-6 p.m. Its threecourse prix fixe dinner is always served with a complimentary glass of wine and costs just $30. On Monday all appetizers are halfprice with the purchase of an entrée, and Wednesday night offers half-price entrees for the ladies.

Head over to www.julesoc.com for more info on everything going on at Jules.

A few more great dining possibilities in Ocean City include Touch of Italy on 66th Street and Coastal Highway. It is running a Sunday-

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, new revelations may inspire you to make some long-desired changes. Write down all of your plans so you can see them on paper and weigh all of your priorities.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

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John Zilger serves hungry patrons at Decatur Diner off Route 611 in West Ocean City on Feb. 1.

Munya Sbeih is ready to take customers’ orders at Ledo Pizza on 127th Street, Sunday.

Monday special that you’ll love.

Nonna’s Sunday Dinner is an all-inclusive dinner that feeds 2-4 people. It includes traditional salad, bread and a Nonna-sized family dinner of pasta, brasciole, meatballs, sausages, and pork. It is a wonderful option for when you want a real family dinner but don’t want to mess up your own kitchen.

Nonna’s Sunday Dinner is now specially priced at just $39.00.

BJ’s on the Water on 75th Street is featuring daily winter halfprice 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. BJ’s has live entertainment several nights a week as well, so check out their schedule of live acts at www.bjsonthewater.com.

Crab Bag on 130th Street, bayside has a super happy hour that runs all day, seven days a week.

You can dine-in or order one of the great carryout specials, such as eight pieces of fried chicken and a pound of spiced shrimp for just $24.95.

Ledo Pizza on 127th Street and Coastal Highway has a great menu and a super-friendly staff. It’s currently offering 50 jumbo wings for $53.99, buffalo chicken, baked cheese fries for $6.49 and affordable entrees. This Sunday, you can grab an 18-inch pizza and 12 jumbo wings for just $22.99.

Ropewalk on 82nd Street and the bay wants to help you get through the winter by serving happy hour all day and night with half-price bada-bing and wings and one buck a shuck Ropewalk Liberties.

Ropewalk’s Friday dinner special includes smoked prime rib, Saturday is crab cake night and on Sunday you can order a three-course chef’s select dinner for just

$16.99.

Mione’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant on 67th Street and Coastal Highway location has reopened and if you stop in for lunch, you can grab a personal cheese pizza and drink for $7.99.

There is also its now-famous Thursday special, which features a large cheese pizza for just $9.25.

If you’d rather have pasta, then you’re in luck, because Mione’s has a great pasta dinner with meatballs and fresh dinner rolls for $8.25. Check out www.mionesoc.com for more menu options.

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 are just $6.99. You can check out www.johnnyspizzapub.com for more info on upcoming deals.

Tony Luke’s on 33rd Street and Coastal Highway is open daily to quench your need for a traditional south Philly cheese steak. The traditional size comes with American cheese, provolone or Cheez Whiz for just $9.99. Its chicken cutlet sandwiches are loaded and a double smashed burger comes with two all beef patties, tomato, lettuce, pickles and American cheese for just $6.99.

Harborside on South Harbor Road in West Ocean City has some great specials available all day and night this week. Chicken Parmesan sandwich is just $9.99, a flatbread Cuban, featuring ham and slowroasted pulled pork, is just $12.99 and crab scampi is $24.99. Don’t forget, Monday is half-price entree night at Harborside and happy hour runs from 4-7 p.m. Monday to Friday as well.

If you have an event coming up or know of any last minute Valentine’s Day specials that need mentioning then please email me the details at cate@oceancitytoday.net. See you all next week!

An old friend you haven’t seen in a while may suddenly reappear in your life, Gemini. This person may take you on a fun trip down memory lane.

Enjoy the laughs.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Expect a change of circumstances at work, Cancer. This change may come by way of a transfer or a promotion, or it might be something less significant. Embrace it in any case.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

A close friend of yours may suggest a last-minute trip, and you just may be game for an adventure, Leo. Pack all of your essentials and do not think too much, or you might back out.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, a financial windfall may seem like a great thing on the surface, but it doesn’t come without a price. Resolve to be responsible with your newfound largesse.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, you might feel nervous at the prospect of a big change at your job, but you are totally ready for the change and some new responsibilities.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, some recent nerves and stress may come to an end this week.

You feel focused right now and have your eye on the prize, and relief is on the way.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, expect some welcome developments in your romantic life. This may be the week you meet someone new. If you’re involved, expect your romantic energy to grow.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, you’re ready to spread your ideas and plans to others, but the public just may not be open to what you have to share at this time. Don’t force the issue at present; give it a few days.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Sacrifices will be well worth the effort this week, Aquarius. Keep in mind that these sacrifices are temporary and not that disruptive. The reward awaits.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, success at work paints you in a new light with your colleagues. You may finally receive the recognition you deserve.

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‘The Losers’ local weight loss support group based in WOC

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) When Ruby Dillon started “The Losers” weight loss support group in September 2014, she wanted to help others reach their goals.

Now, the group has grown to about 45 people actively participating each week.

“I found my niche in life,” Dillon said.

“I am passionate about helping people lose weight and it helps me keep it off.”

The 59-year-old has kept the weight off for more than five years and has never felt better in her life.

For a $5 drop-in fee, anyone interested in losing weight can meet at West Ocean City Fitness on Tuesdays at 5 p.m. or Wednesdays at noon for their two weekly meetings. No gym membership is required.

The first 30 minutes are dedicated to weigh-ins followed by information sessions focused on healthy eating and

ways to live a longer life.

A tracking program based on limiting fats and carbohydrates helps members lose weight while they learn how to read nutrition labels properly and become mindful of what is in the foods they eat.

“You can never eat too much of chicken breasts and broccoli,” Dillon said.

The purpose of the group is to let people know there are options out there.

“It is a lifetime program,” Dillon said. “You can go to parties or out to a restaurant and base your decisions on better food choices.”

In addition, members share positive stories and recipes and exercise tips are given each week.

“Members inspire each other to lose weight and get healthier,” Dillon said. “The neatest part is how generational the group is. We have members See MEMBERS Page 43

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During the start of every new year, the shelter launches its membership drive and the funds raised enable the shelter to continue serving animals in the community.

Membership donations directly benefit all of the animals that come into the no-kill shelter. Members make it possible for the humane society to take in cats and dogs in need of shelter and sanctuary, provide vaccinations for every animal and provide loving care in a clean, warm and comfortable environment. The dedicated staff not only care for all of the animals, but they also promote the adoption of animals into loving homes and reunite lost pets with their owners.

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OUT & ABOUT

Matt Griffin watches as Nikki Griffin places a dollop of sour cream on mahi-based fish tacos from the recently opened Horn and Shell in West Ocean City.

DJ Harvey Cinco keeps the beats pumping during Taco Wars last Saturday at Guidos Burritos.

TACO WARS More than 400 people came out to Guidos Burritos on 33rd Street last Saturday for the inaugural Taco Wars. About $5,120 was raised for Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services in Berlin.

Attendees voted for their favorites in several categories. Fat Fish won best tacos overall. Hooked OC took home the best presentation award and Papa Grande’s had the most authentic tacos.

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Greg Shahady dishes out tacos while Hooked OC Chef Matthew Cornelius awaits further prep work at Taco Wars.

Casey Burke of Fat Fish OC tops a taco.

Mike Schlette, left, Jessica Norberg and Chef Will Sturgess, of Guidos Burritos, serve up tacos with a smile.

Israel “Izzy” Santoni, left, and Edgar Perez represent Papa Grande’s during the Jan. 30 event.

Fat Fish Chef Jalyn Owens adds finishing touches.

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Some of the members of “The Losers” weight loss support group gather for a photo Tuesday evening at West Ocean City Fitness. Members range in age from 17 to 82 years old. “You won’t find a friendlier or non-judgmental group. It’s a support team,” said Ruby Dillon, founder of the group.

Members share stories, recipes and exercise tips Continued from Page 41 from 17 to 82 years old.”

Dillon talked about a woman who started in the fall who had never looked at a nutrition label in her life. As of last week, she is down 46 pounds.

The oldest member, an 82-year-old woman, lost 70 pounds through the program.

“Her motto is no wheelchair or nursing home,” Dillon said. “The younger you learn that, the better you are at preventing obesity.”

Husbands have brought their wives to sessions and a 72-year-old man was able to get off his high blood pressure and diabetes medications after losing about 70 pounds.

“It is amazing to see what people are doing,” Dillon said.

In addition, a single mother was morbidly obese before losing 86 pounds by making small changes in her kitchen and lifestyle. Her son is also no longer overweight and takes karate classes.

“You won’t find a friendlier or nonjudgmental group. It’s a support team,” Dillon said. “When you start to feel better, there is nothing like it.”

A couple people in the group exercise at the gym together or meet for walks. Dillon tries to sign up for 5-mile events going on in the area and had 56 people participate in the Reindeer Run this past year in Berlin.

Dillon was inspired to start the weight loss group after working for Weight Watchers. She took what she learned from the organization to help others become healthy.

After approaching WOC Fitness, Dillon was granted access to the room and charges the $5 drop-in fee to pay for the space.

Interested community members are encouraged to stop by WOC Fitness on Tuesdays at 5 p.m. or Wednesdays at noon to participate in the program.

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Feb. 6: Bird Dog, 9 p.m.

Feb. 7: Teenage Rust & The Fabulous Rustettes, 2 p.m.

Feb. 10: It’s About Time, 5 p.m.

Route 54 and the bay Fenwick Island, Del. 800-227-0525 302-539-3095 www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com Feb. 5: Dave Hawkins, 5-10 p.m.

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Feb. 11: Melissa Alesi, 5-9 p.m.

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Rt. 50 & Keyser Point Road West Ocean City 410-213-1841 www.hootersofoc.com Feb. 7: Knucklebones, 3 p.m.

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Feb. 6: Simple Truth, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m.

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WHISKER’S BAR & GRILL 11070 Cathell Road, Suite 17 Pines Plaza, Ocean Pines 443-365-2576 Feb. 5: Karaoke w/Donnie Berkey, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Walker suggests deep frying deviled eggs

By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Feb. 5, 2016) The philosophy of cooking is a means by which ingredients are analyzed, a recipe is developed, and a meal is presented for consumption.

That being said, creativity is the dividing factor that distinguishes one chef from another. One cannot help but wonder if talent is an inherent quality or a summation of one’s acquired accomplishments?

We live in a world that has been transformed and permeated with personal preference. As a result, point of view is an integral part of our existence. If we were to remove this vortex of subjectivity, neutrality would prevail and promote unadulterated progression.

One might argue this is trivial rationale, but the essence of culinary possibilities is an infinite interaction between imagination and the beholder. The prism of talent comes from within. Yes, it is true we are held privy to outside influence but one must remain true to their inner sense of culinary style and artistic view if brilliance is to prevail.

Cooking is very structured and deviation from the norm is a pleasant surprise. But the degree of variation is the subject at hand. For example, eggs are an American favorite and there are countless ways to prepare this particular food. But how can an accomplished chef transform this dish into something spectacular that breaks the mold of tradition?

A quick summation develops a more comprehensive view. Eggs are one of the more versatile foods available; they take well to a variety of cooking techniques including their ability to bind other liquids into moist, tender solids and the capability to form remarkable light, delicate foams.

The composition of an egg is another fascinating subject; the shell, cuticle, membranes, air space, egg whites, yolks and chalazas are nothing short of an amazing feat. It is interesting how something so small can be so intricate and grand in its own way.

As I ponder over the possibilities of progression, my first train of thought is to consider the aspect of texture. Frying is a sure way to heighten consistency.

As a result, I am going to fry an egg, but this is not your typical fried egg. I am going to fry deviled eggs. I know this concept sounds unusual but consider the conception. A velvety deviled egg filling surrounded by firm egg whites and encased in a crunchy panko crust.

Superlative results equate supreme efforts. Should I opt for a classic deviled egg recipe or elevate the yolk filling to a higher degree of flavor? I could blend the cooked eggs

with a bÊchamel, Parmigiano, goat cheese and nutmeg. Or I could opt for a filling with a kick: Crème Fraiche, whole grain mustard, horseradish, Sriracha and smoked paprika.

I decide to go classic with the addition of goat cheese to enhance the soft texture and a touch of lemon zest to bring some acidity to the egg yolks.

Presentation is the last consideration. Drizzle a tiny amount of reduced balsamic vinegar (which can be purchased at your local supermarket) on a small, white, square plate. This is an opportunity to have fun and show your ingenuity.

Place one or two deep fried deviled eggs on top of a bed of micro greens. A light dusting of salt and pepper are the final touches. This is a simple but elegant

way to plate this course. If you love eggs you must try deep fried deviled eggs.

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COMMUNITY/SCHOOLS

SCHOLARSHIP FUND The Eastern Shore Association of Municipalities (ESAM) recently established a designated college scholarship fund at the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore (CFES) with an initial contribution of $45,000. The new fund will be used to support post-secondary education among winners of the annual “If I were Mayor Essay Competition” for students who have won the competition in the eight counties of Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Pictured, from left, are Friendsville Mayor Spencer Schlosnagle, MML president; Berlin Councilwoman Lisa Hall, ESAM president; BJ Summers, CFES director of development; Laura Mitchell, ESAM treasurer and Salisbury Council vice president and Denton Mayor Abigail Wilson McNinch, ESAM board member.

PREMIER PLAYERS Stephen Decatur High School seniors Hailey Williams and Keve Aluma were named the November Premier Players of the Month for swimming and basketball, respectively. Each month, Premier Driving School recognizes a male and female athlete who excel in their sport, as a leader, and in the classroom. Williams and Aluma are pictured with Assistant Principal Ryan Cowder and Premier Driving School representative Geri Riden.

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The Stephen Decatur High School girls’ soccer program presented $1,300 to Women Supporting Women, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women battling cancer, after raising money from selling socks during Breast Cancer Awareness month. Since 2011, the soccer program has raised nearly $3,000 for the organization.

Pictured in back, from left, are Assistant Coach Dale Krantz, Principal Tom Zimmer, Lexie VanKirk, Christina Romano, Victoria Kerkovich, Head Coach Maggie Berke and Women Supporting Women representative Mary Henderson, and in front, Lia Leggour, Alexis McDonough and Holly Nicolle.

GUEST SPEAKER Berlin Town Administrator Laura Allen, a member of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines - Ocean City, speaks to the group on Jan. 6 in the Ocean Pines Community Center. She is pictured with Kiwanis Club’s Speakers and Programs Chair J. Graham Caldwell, left, and President Mark Joseph, who is also her husband.

RELAY FOR LIFE EMPTY BOWL PROJECT Debbie Tingle of First Shore Federal Bank, center, presents a $2,500 check to Rina Thaler, Ocean City Center for the Arts executive director, and Claudia Nagle, Diakonia executive director. The check funds the Empty Bowl Project and the materials needed for the 350 bowls that are projected to be handmade at the 94th Street Arts Center in January and February and used for the March 19 Empty Bowl Soup Dinner, a fundraiser for the Art League of Ocean City and the Diakonia food pantry.

Relay For Life of North Worcester Chairwomen Dawn Hodge, left, and Jill Elliott, center, are honored by American Cancer Society Community Manager, Debbie White, for the 2015 nationwide top 10 per capita award, during the Relay For Life Kickoff event at the Ocean Pines library on Jan. 13. Relay For Life of North Worcester County raised $173,000 last year, more per capita than comparable communities in the South Atlantic Division, which is comprised of Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and the District of Columbia. This year’s Relay For Life event will be held Friday, May 6 at Frontier Town off Route 611 in West Ocean City. For information, visit relayforlife.org/northworcestermd or contact Hodge at dawnhodge@comcast.net or 443-497-1198.

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EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS

DONATION

The Bank of Delmarva recently presented United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore with a check of employee contributions from their first United Way Campaign, totaling $11,668. This contribution will impact Lower Shore residents in need in the areas of education, financial stability and health by providing 1,794 books for preschool-aged children in low-income households, 27,789 pounds of emergency food to fill the shelves of a local food pantry and 267 meals, and a friendly check-in for 32 homebound seniors.

Bennett Termite and Pest Control recently donated $500 to the Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department and Auxiliary. The donation will be used toward the purchase of a new fire truck that the department is mandated to buy. Dean and Belinda Bennett challenge local businesses to meet or exceed their donation within the next two months. To make a donation to the fire company, call 410-352-5757 or 443-235-2926.

PROCLAMATION The Worcester County Commissioners present Kara Neel of Big Brothers/Big Sisters (BBBS) of the Greater Chesapeake with a proclamation on Jan. 5 recognizing January as National Mentoring Month. Roughly 75 children and 80 adult mentors are matched on the Eastern Shore through the BBBS, and about 80 children are still awaiting mentors. Learn more about BBBS at www.biglittle.org, www.facebook.com/BBBSES or call BBBS Outreach Coordinator Addie Cropper at 443-521-3028.

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OP GARDEN CLUB OFFICERS The Ocean Pines Garden Club held a candle-lighting ceremony to install its 2016 officers on Jan. 14, at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club. New officers, from left, are Meg Herrick, president; Mary Wentworth, co-vice president (not shown is Co-Vice President Margaret Yates); Linda Baker, recording secretary; Anita Roberts, corresponding secretary and Barbara Ferger, treasurer.

LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER The Regional Cancer Care Center recently hosted a Look Good Feel Better Workshop for local cancer patients. A volunteer beauty professional was on hand to provide advice on skin care and makeup application, as well as wig selection and care, how to care for dry skin and discolored nails, style tips and wearing hats, scarves and turbans. In conjunction with this event, Lilly’s Oncology on Canvas traveling art exhibition was on display in the second floor hallway of the James G. Barrett Medical Office Building. Attendees with volunteers of the Look Good Feel Better program, from left, are American Cancer Society representative Arlene Schneider, Deborah Wood, Donna Varady, RCCC Medical Office Assistant Paige Milbourne, Julie Krenzer, Bonnie Hardt and Laura Windsor.

OC AARP BOARD Ocean City AARP Chapter 1917 installed its new board during the January meeting. Pictured, in front, from left, are Secretary Debi McCluskey, Norma Bull, Charlie Herbert and Vice President Sue Harting, and in back, Past President Chris Norris, Bob McCluskey, President John Bloecher and Treasurer Bill Shoop. Not pictured are John Lucas, Jeff McArthur and Emeritus members Frank Hoover and Ray Jackson.

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4. Fill in the middle of the egg whites with egg yolk mixture, allowing a small amount of overflow. The overflow will act as a glue and help keep the egg white halves together.

5. Heat oil in a deep-fryer to 350 degrees.

6. In a medium bowl, add the flour. In another bowl, whisk the eggs and water.

Pour panko crumbs in a third bowl.

7. Carefully roll one egg at a time into the flour. Then dip the deviled egg into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Carefully roll the egg into the panko crumbs until completely covered. Gently lower the egg into the fryer and cook until golden brown.

8. Remove from fryer and place on cooling rack for 1 minute.

9. Plate according to instructions in the article. * If the eggs do not seal properly, simply insert a small skewer into the eggs to hold them together during the cooking process. Remove the skewer before serving.

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Maryland towns featured on show ‘Travels with Darley’ series to highlight carousel and Dolle’s Candyland in OC

(Feb. 5, 2016) DCN Creative, the production company behind the Emmy-winning “Equitrekking” travel series on public television with host Darley Newman, announces the launch of its newest series “Travels with Darley.”

The series has a wide appeal for travel enthusiasts, but is definitely not the traditional travelogue. Viewers will be introduced to places, cultural attractions and back-roads in a new, more personal way, including destinations throughout Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

Five-time Emmy nominated TV host, Darley Newman, travels with local residents and guides to inspiring, adventurous, and yes – even quirky, locations as they reveal the authenticity and appeal of their home area.

These on-camera local counterparts are the true stars of each episode.

Newman has a knack for getting locals to open up about their favorite spots and share their expertise – to reveal a richer and more authentic sense of place with all the sights, sounds, tastes, aromas and adventures that can only be experienced when you travel like a local, not a tourist.

The first season dives deep to ex-

plore each location, giving viewers the chance to experience the unique charms of Belgium, the Guadeloupe Islands, Arkansas, Kentucky, South Carolina, Maryland and Michigan.

Her adventures are as diverse as the destinations she experiences. Maryland is featured in two episodes, including the “Maryland’s Eastern Shore” and “Road Trip: Maryland, Virginia and South Carolina.”

“In Maryland, we enjoyed activities and places that multiple generations can enjoy together, including young children. We did everything from glassblowing in Berlin with Jeffrey Auxer to visiting the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels to viewing wild horses on Assateague Island,” Newman said. “The trip was particularly special for me, as my best friend Ellen Schmidt of ‘Baby Meets City’ fame came along with her two daughters, Millie and Vivian, ages 3 and 5. That we could all enjoy the vacation and filming together created memories we’ll always cherish.”

In addition to those adventures in the “Maryland’s Eastern Shore” episode, Newman and the group visit Dolle’s Candyland along the Ocean City Boardwalk, ride the carousel at Trimper’s Amusement Park, visit Berlin and Burley Oak Brewery, take a ranger-led walk on Assateague Island, eat ice cream at Chesapeake Bay Farms and try crabs by the water at

The Crab Claw in St. Michaels.

Newman also makes the trip to Tilghman Island to meet Capt. Wade Murphy, Jr., a third generation waterman, and see his historic skipjack, the Rebecca T. Ruark.

In the “Road Trip” episode, Newman bikes the Cross Island Trail in Queen Anne’s County, including a lunch stop at Bridges Restaurant on Kent Narrows. She then has an epic fishing trip with Maverick Charters.

“After seeing great success for ‘Travels with Darley’ in short-form online with the AOL On Network and beyond, we’re excited to bring full, half-hour episodes to television,” said executive producer Chip Ward. “Fans of ‘Equitrekking’ will continue to enjoy the adventurous aspect of the series, while foodies and cultural travel lovers can now delve into these themes in each episode.”

Eight episodes debut across the country this winter on Public Television, primarily in prime and fringe primetime slots. In Maryland, viewers can tune into MPT2 weekly on Sundays at 9 a.m. starting Feb. 7.

The “Maryland’s Eastern Shore” episode broadcasts on Sunday, Feb. 14 at 9 a.m. The “Road Trip” episode also featuring Maryland, broadcasts on Sunday, March 27 at 9 a.m.

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Dean’s List honors are awarded to full-time students at St. Mary’s College who earn a semester grade-point average of 3.5 or better on 12 or more graded credits.

St. Mary’s College is ranked one of the best public liberal arts schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and is one of only two public honors colleges in the nation. The college has one of the highest four-year graduation rates of any public college or university in the state. Within five years of graduation, 70 percent of its alumni pursue a graduate and/or professional degree.

More than 1,800 students attend the college, nestled on the St. Mary’s River in southern Maryland.

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‘Abstractions in Glass’ opening reception, Fri.

(Feb. 5, 2016) The public is invited to a free, opening reception for a new show, “Abstractions in Glass,” on First Friday, Feb. 5 from 5-7 p.m. at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street, bayside.

To celebrate “FeBREWary” on the coast, Evolution Craft Brewing Co. will host a beer tasting, and DiFebo’s Restaurant will provide hors d’oeuvres during the reception.

Abstractions in Glass features the work of two artists who also teach art at Salisbury University, Catherine Hellsten and Jon Rees. Although they both work in glass, their visions are completely unique.

Hellsten’s work explores the perspectives of memory and connectedness through photographic imagery.

Her work has been displayed and collected nationally and internationally,

and she currently teaches fine art at Salisbury University.

Rees’ contemporary and structural use of glass reflects his degrees in architectural engineering and fine arts.

Currently an artist in residence and adjunct professor in the Glass Department at Salisbury University, he is an active member of the Glass Art Society.

Also hanging in the galleries of the Ocean City Center for the Arts during February is an all-media show by members of the Art League featuring Eastern Shore wildlife.

In conjunction with the wildlife show, the Lower Shore Land Trust will be on hand to raise awareness about their conservation efforts and to celebrate the connections between art and conservation.

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Charter boat captain Debbie Ritter, wildlife photojournalist and environmental advocate, is the Spotlight Artist. A pioneer in the Delmarva ecotourism industry, she owns Chincoteague Nature Encounters, a charter boat service offering photography workshops and nature travel.

The Artisan in Residence is Nicole Maskell, whose jewelry making has evolved into custom accessories. She

uses her graphic design and crafting experience to blend a multitude of materials into one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces.

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.

Ocean Pines Rec and Parks Dept. to host youth dances (Feb. 5, 2016) The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department is inviting area children to dance, listen to music and hang out with their friends during two “Fantastic Friday” youth dances scheduled this winter.

The first dance, which is for third and fourth graders only, will be he held on Friday, Feb. 5 from 6:308:30 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Community Center, located at 235 Ocean Parkway. A second dance, for fifth and six graders, will be held on Friday, March 11, also from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the community center.

The event will be chaperoned by

the Recreation and Parks Department and snacks will be provided.

The cost is $8 for Ocean Pines residents and $9 for nonresidents. Registration is not required.

Parents are requested to arrive and pick up their children inside the community center by 8:15 p.m. For more information, contact the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department at 410-641-7052.

Information regarding additional recreational programs, including an online version of the Ocean Pines Activity Guide, is available at www.OceanPines.org.

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(Feb. 5, 2016) Registration is open for the Susan G. Komen Maryland Ocean City Race for the Cure, which features a competitive and recreational 5K run/walk and 1-mile family fun course, Saturday, April 16 on the Boardwalk beginning at the inlet.

This year’s call to action is #OneStepCloser.

“Each year there are new discoveries that bring us one step closer to finding the cures for breast cancer,” said Kim Marzullo, senior event manager. “Participant fundraising helps fuel those discoveries.”

Komen Maryland has made some changes this year, including the new Saturday race date.

“With events planned across the weekend, this inspiring event will offer an opportunity to enjoy a weekend getaway to Ocean City as the sunny spring season begins,” said Jessica Evans, Eastern Shore race and development manager. “Working closely with our hotel partners, we’re crafting terrific getaway packages for race participants, their teams, families and friends. Local restaurants and area businesses will also offer race supporters a variety of options for dining, entertainment and

shopping experiences.”

This year, the race will again begin at 9 a.m. for runners and walkers, but most of the race village activities will take place after the event. Survivor parade andphoto have been moved to the post-race celebration, followed by a Survivor Dance Party and a “Shoe Salute.”

After the race, there will be a “Beer Garden” and a seating area with food and a variety of goodies for sale.

Susan G. Komen is the world’s largest breast cancer organization, funding more breast cancer research than any other nonprofit while providing realtime help to those facing the disease.

Komen was founded by Nancy G. Brinker, who promised her sister, Susan G. Komen, that she would end the disease that claimed Suzy’s life.

Komen Maryland is working to better the lives of those facing breast cancer in the local community.

Through events like the Komen Maryland Race for the Cure, Komen Maryland has invested $27 million in local breast health programs has helped contribute to the more than $800 million invested globally in research.

For more information, call 410-9388990 or visit www.komenmd.org.

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■ 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.bluefishocmd.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Japanese and Chinese restaurant and sushi bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Dine in, take out and delivery available.

■ BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH, 116th Street & Coastal Hwy., (Behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium), Ocean City 443-6642896 / 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.

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■ 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.

■ CLADDAGH ON THE SHORE, 1106 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-537-4200 / www.claddaghontheshore.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining in a relaxed atmosphere specializing in steaks and seafood. Open for breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch and dinner Thursday through Sunday.

Take out available.

■ 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. Dayton’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.

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■ FLYING FISH CAFE & SUSHI BAR, The Village of Fenwick, 300 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-581-0217 / www.flyingfishfenwick.com / $-$$ /V-MC-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Featuring the freshest and most innovative sushi, sashimi, and rolls plus creative and delicious small plates. Open daily at 4 p.m. for dinner. Take-outs available. Closed Monday.

■ 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.

■ HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL, 12841 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-213-1846 / www.weocharborside.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-MCAE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Elegant dining room, Floridian/island-style cuisine. Sea-food, tropical salsas, grilled steaks, pork chops, grilled pineapple, banana fritters, entree salads.

■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE, 31st Street, Ocean City, 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 / 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,

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■ 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. 67th Street (Town Center), Ocean City 443-664-6635 / Beer, wine / Open 7 days a week at 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.

■ 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.

■ TOUCH OF ITALY, 67th Street and Coastal Highway, in the Holiday Inn Oceanfront, Ocean City 302-703-3090 / www.TouchofItaly.com / $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Full Italian style restaurant with Italian style deli and pasticceria/bakery too. Just stop in for a look and a taste of some fresh prosciutto fresh loaves of Italian bread. Large circular bar with Happy Hour and check our Web site with our daily specials from our great menu including pasta, wood fired pizzas, delicious heros and catering. Daily lunch special $6.95 plus take out service.

■ 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.vinnyspizzaanditaliangrill.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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Valentine Dinner Dance for senior adults planned in OC (Feb. 5, 2016) The Ocean City Recreation and Parks Department sponsors an annual Valentine Dinner Dance for senior adults.

This year’s event will take place at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street on Sunday, Feb. 14.

The evening includes complimentary hors’ devours and happy hour drink prices from 5-7 p.m., followed by a sit down dinner and dancing from 7-9 p.m. The band On the Edge

will be performing.

The dinner dance is for senior adults age 55 and older. All tables and seats are reserved. Registration deadline has been extended to Monday, Feb. 8. The cost is $30 for Ocean City residents and $40 for non-residents.

For more information, call Lynda Brittingham at 410-250-0125. To register online, visit http://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/recreatio n-parks/.

CROSSWORD

ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT Mr. Kent Harper of Clarksville, Del. and Mrs. Cynthia Bunting Harper of Roxana, Del. announce the engagement of their daughter, Kaitlin Paige Harper, to Jonathan Michael Rogers, son of Michael and Andrea Rogers of Ocean View, Del. Kaitlin was born and raised in Roxana, Del. and graduated from Indian River High School in 2007.

After high school, she graduated from Delaware Technical & Community College in 2009, with an Associate’s degree in Business Management. She continued her education and in 2011, she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing Management from Wilmington University. Kaitlin is currently a health/life insurance producer for Keen Insurance Associates in West Ocean City.

Jonathan was born and raised in Ocean View, Del. and graduated from Indian River High School in 2009. After high school, Jonathan graduated from Delaware Technical & Community College in 2013, with an Associate’s degree in Production Agriculture. He continues his studies at Wilmington University in Operational Management and hopes to complete his Bachelor’s degree in spring of 2017. Jonathan works for Allen Harim as a field service technician in Sussex County, Del. A wedding on the family farm is planned for September 2016.

Locals’ Favorite

SOUP & SANDWICH SALE FUNDRAISER Benefiting Atlantic United Methodist Church 4th St. & Baltimore Ave., Ocean City A‘Thursday Must’, Beginning at 11 a.m.

2016 Soup & Sandwich Sales

Winter is here, there’s a bite in the air, but the cooks at Atlantic United Methodist Church have planned winter soup specials to keep you warm.

Featuring:

“Not Your Mama’s” Chicken Noodle Soup Potato & Cheddar Soup Chicken Salad Sandwiches Homemade Heart Shaped Biscuits Homemade Desserts Coffee, Tea & Soda

Mark Your Calendar:

February 11, 2016 February 25, 2016

Carry-out Available 410-289-7430 Fax: 410-289-8175 email: atlanticumc@atlanticumc.org

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Calendar Submit calendar items to: editor@oceancitytoday.net.

Submission deadline is 5 p.m. Monday, the week of publication. Local submissions have priority. Area event listings are subject to space availability.

FRI. Feb. 5 Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Third and fourth graders are welcome to dance, listen to music and hang out with their friends. The event is chaperoned by the Recreation and Parks Department and snacks will be provided. Cost is $8 for Ocean Pines residents and $9 for non-residents. Info: 410-641-7052.

‘FANTASTIC FRIDAY’ YOUTH DANCE —

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 —

STORY TIME — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. For 2-5 year old children. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-208-4014.

Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., 3:30 p.m. Children, ages 8 years and older, will explore gardening and nature with fun activities and projects. Supplies limited. RSVP: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-957-0878.

DIRTY PAWS GARDENING CLUB —

Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., Fridays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Feb. 5 through April 15. Appointments: 410-957-0391.

AARP FOUNDATION TAX_AIDE TCE MD —

SAT. Feb. 6 ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FRIED CHICKEN BUFFET — Mt. Pleasant United Methodist

Church, 36536 Mt. Pleasant Road, Willards, 11 a.m. Menu includes chicken, vegetables, beverages and desserts. Cost is $12 for adults, $6 for children and free to those 5 years and younger. Bake table and carry-outs. Info: Nelda Dennis, 443-614-9898.

INDOOR YARD SALE — Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department, 10709 Bishopville Road, 7 a.m. to noon. Tables cost $15 each or two for $25. Breakfast sandwiches available. Table reservation: 443235-2926.

FAMILY GAME DAY — Pocomoke library,

301 Market St., 10 a.m. to noon. Classic family fun board games … giant sized.

For all ages. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-957-0878.

Community Church at Ocean Pines,

AARP FOUNDATION TAX_AIDE TCE MD —

11227 Racetrack Road and at the Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Feb. 6 through April 9. No appointments taken.

First come, first served using a number system.

MODEL TRAIN DISPLAYS — Delaware Seaside Railroad Club, Clayton Crossing, 32422 Royal Blvd., Dagsboro, Del., Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., year round.

See five layouts. Info: Bill Ziegler, wjziegler1@verizon.net or 302-5370964.

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

FARMERS MARKET — White Horse Park,

and hope to help others. Open to the community and to AGH patients. Info: Rob, 443-783-3529.

MON. Feb. 8

STEAM PM — Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 3:45 p.m. Children, ages 6 and older, can learn how to juggle with Cascading Carlos. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-6323495.

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Mondays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Feb. 1 through April 11. No appointments taken. First come, first served using a number system.

AARP FOUNDATION TAX_AIDE TCE MD —

DELMARVA SWEET ADELINE CHORUS MEETS WEEKLY — The Delmarva Chorus,

Sweet Adeline’s, meets each Monday from 7-9 p.m., at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway.

Women interested in learning the craft of a cappella singing welcome. Info: 410641-6876.

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.

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.

SUN. Feb. 7

TUES. Feb. 9

American Legion Synepuxent Post #166, 2308 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, noon. The pubic is invited to attend the 73rd Anniversary Service. Info: Commander Sarge Garlitz, 443-735-1942 or commander166@msn.com.

son United Methodist Church, 123 N. Main St., Berlin, 4-7 p.m. Cost is $6.50 for adults, $5 for ages 6-12 and free to those 5 and younger. Eat in or carryout.

Info: Kathy, 443-235-6761.

FOUR CHAPLAINS SERVICE 2016 —

SUPER BOWL SCRAMBLE — Eagle’s Land-

ing Golf Course, 12367 Eagle’s Nest Road, Berlin. Registration begins at 9 a.m., shotgun start at 10 a.m. Info: Bob Croll, 410-213-7277 or rcroll@oceancitymd.gov.

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

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

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS #169 — At-

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

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS — Atlantic

General Hospital, Conference Room 2, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, noon to 1 p.m. Group shares experience, strength

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING —

PANCAKE & SAUSAGE DINNER — Steven-

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER — All Hallows Episcopal Church, 109 W. Market St., Snow Hill, 4:30-7 p.m. Menu includes sausage, pancakes and baked apples. Tickets to dine-in cost $7 for adults, $4 for children 11 and younger.

Take-out orders are $7. Advance ticket sales only by calling 410-632-2327.

Ocean Pines Community Center, East Room, 235 Ocean Parkway, 4-5:30 p.m.

Board of Elections staff will explain the new system and hands-on demonstrations will be available.

NEW VOTING SYSTEM DEMONSTRATION —

SDHS $1 TACO NIGHT — Stephen Decatur High School, cafeteria, 2:30-7 p.m.

Tacos, sides, desserts and beverages are all $1. Proceeds benefit the school. Info: 410-641-2171.

WORCESTER COUNTY PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP — Ocean Pines library,

11107 Cathell Road, 2:30-4 p.m. Speakers, discussions, safe exercises, treatment updates and more. Info:

410-208-3132.

PLAY TIME — Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., 10:30-11:30 a.m. Old fashioned play for infant to 5 year old children. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-6410650.

STORY TIME — Pocomoke library, 301

Market St., 10:30 a.m. For 2-5 year old children. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-9570878.

MAC Center Salisbury, 909 Progress Circle, Suite 100, Salisbury, Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Feb. 2 through April 12. Appointments: 410-742-8569.

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Berlin group 331, Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 5:30-7 p.m. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Info: jeanduck47@gmail.com.

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING -

ON YOUR OWN, BUT NOT ALONE - WOC

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

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP — The group meets from 2:30-3:30 p.m. and provides discussions and mutual support, as well as education on exercise, nutrition, coping techniques, medications and developments in treatment.

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.

WED. Feb. 10

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

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

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CALENDAR 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.

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

Wednesday at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway. Doors open at 7 a.m., meeting begins at 8 a.m.

Info: 410-641-7330 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. Feb. 11 American Legion Synepuxent Post 166, 2308 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, 6 p.m. Open to the public and everyone is asked to use the 24th Street entrance of the Main Hall.

TRAINING ON NEW VOTING MACHINES —

YOUNG & RESTLESS ‘CRAZY SCIENCE LAB’ — Snow Hill library, 307 N. Wash-

ington St., 10:30 a.m. Fun and educational science experiments for 3 to 7 year old children. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-632-34958.

STORY TIME — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. For 2-5 year old children. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-208-4014.

Community Church at Ocean Pines, 11227 Racetrack Road and at the Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Feb. 4 through April 14. No appointments taken. First come, first served using a number system.

AARP FOUNDATION TAX_AIDE TCE MD —

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: 410713-8803.

LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER — Regional

Cancer Care Center, 10231 Old Ocean City Blvd., Suite 208, Berlin, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A program for those going through cancer treatment. Led by a beauty professional and designed to help patients deal with skin, hair and physical

changes related to cancer treatments.

Register: Paige, 410-629-6888.

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

MAKE AND TAKE CRAFTS — Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, all through February. The craft cart contains supplies to make Valentine cards and bookmarks. For teens. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-524-1818.

DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB — The group dances to the sounds of the ’50s, ’60s and Carolina Beach music doing the jitterbug, swing, cha-cha, etc. Dances are held in the Fenwick Island and Ocean City areas. For the group’s schedule, call 302-200-3262 (DANCE). Sign up for the group’s newsletter at www.delmarvahanddancing.com/membership.php.

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: 410-

208-3132.

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library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10 a.m., on the first Friday of each month. Meeting of volunteers. Info: Anna Foultz, 410641-7667.

CPR/AED, BLS AND FIRST AID COURSES — The American Heart Association is of-

STAR CHARITIES MEETING — Ocean Pines

Pine’eer Craft and Gift Shop, White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines.

Shop will be open every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and every Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring the latest creations by members of the Pine’eer Craft Club.

PINE’EER CRAFT AND GIFT SHOP OPEN —

AARP — Ocean City AARP 1917 meets the second Thursday of each month (except July and August) at the Ocean City Senior Center, 104 41st St., Ocean City. Social begins at 9:30 a.m., meeting at 10 a.m. Info: aarp1917.org.

NAACP MEETINGS — NAACP meetings

are held the fourth Thursday of each month. All are welcome. Info: 443-9446701.

Worcester County Health Department, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, the third Wednesday of each month, 6 p.m. Also held at the Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., the fourth Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. Open to anyone who has lost a friend or loved one to suicide. Free of charge. Info: 410-726-3090 or www.choosetolivemaryland.org.

SUICIDE GRIEVERS’ SUPPORT GROUP —

COMPUTER AND E-READER INSTRUCTION — Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal

Highway. Staff offers individual computer or E-Reader instruction by appointment: 410-524-1818.

AUMC THRIFT SHOP — Atlantic United Methodist Church, 105 Fourth St., in Ocean City. Now open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Info: 410289-4458.

POSITIVE OUTLOOK THRIFT SHOP — Positive Outlook Thrift Shop, 12637 Ocean Gateway, Trlr 2, West Ocean City, Monday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located next to Seaside Christian Academy behind White Marlin Mall. Info: 410-2516971. Sponsored by OC Baptist Church.

Community Church at Ocean Pines, 11227 Racetrack Road. Open Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Accepting donations of gently worn clothes and small household items.

THE SHEPHERD’S NOOK THRIFT SHOP —

DIAKONIA THRIFT SHOP — Used to be Mine, Route 611 and Sunset Avenue, Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Newly expanded and redecorated. Furniture, clothing, toys and linens. Info: 410-213-0243.

OCVFC LADIES AUXILIARY — The group

meets monthly on the first Monday at 7 p.m. at the West Ocean City Fire Station, second floor, Keyser Point Road. New members welcome. Info: Denise, 443359-2014 or any Ladies Auxiliary mem-

fering these life saving skills. Great for families, communities with pools, teachers, construction workers, lifeguards, coaches, physical trainers, camp counselors. Also Basic Life Support training for medical professionals, pharmacists, dentists, doctors, CNA’s, LPN’s, RN’s or nursing students. Weekly classes offered. Sign up: 302-462-5594.

Takes place the third Wednesday of each month at Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 1-2 p.m., and the third Thursday of each month at Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., 1-2 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more about diabetes and its treatment is invited to attend. Info: Worcester County Health Department, Prevention Services, 410632-0056.

FREE DIABETES SUPPORT GROUPS —

Group meets the first Friday of each month at 1 p.m in the library meeting room. Discussions on library and volunteer needs and often includes interesting speakers. Followed by refreshments.

New Friends always welcome.

FRIENDS OF THE OCEAN CITY LIBRARY —

Luncheon meeting, third Tuesday, 1 p.m., Ocean Pines. Info: 410-208-1398.

WIDOWS & WIDOWERS SOCIAL CLUB —

FIRST STATE DETACHMENT OF THE MARINE CORPS LEAGUE MONTHLY MEETINGS — Meetings are held on the

fourth Wednesday of each month at VFW Post 8296, 104 66th St., Ocean City, 7 p.m. Open to all fellow Marines and FMF Corpsmen. Info: Rick Holmes, 302-988-1056.

HELP FOR VETERANS — Ocean Pines li-

brary, 11107 Cathell Road, third Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Michelle Licata, a representative from the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs, is on hand to help veterans (of any conflict) with whatever help they need in navigating available VA programs, need special assistance, etc. Info: Licata, 410-713-3482.

HELP FOR PHARMACEUTICAL DRUG ABUSE — Call Narconon for a free

brochure on the signs of addiction for all types of drugs. Narconon also offers free assessments and referrals: 877-4133073 or www.narcononworks.com.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2016

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

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Comfort Inn Gold Coast Ocean City

Assistant Executive Housekeeper

The Comfort Inn Gold Coast is seeking an Assistant Executive Housekeeper. Candidates must have at least a year of Hotel Housekeeping supervisory experience. This position requires flexible hours and the chosen candidate must be able to run the housekeeping department in the Executive Housekeepers absence. Competitive pay and benefits.

Please apply in person at The Comfort Inn Gold Coast located at 112th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City

Come Join Our Winning Team!

FRONT OFFICE MANAGER

We are looking for a year round experienced Front Office Manger to manage our Carousel Hotel Property. Must be able to work all shifts including weekends and holidays. Prior hotel supervisory experience required.

We offer a competitive salary with full medical & benefit package. Email resume to: jobs@carouselhotel.com or come in and complete an application at the front desk. We require satisfactory pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Carousel Resort Hotel & Condominiums 11700 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 EOE

BOAT YARD HELP

Varied duties to include: hauling and blocking of boats, bottom painting, power washing, shrink wrapping, grass cutting, etc. Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and have a good driving record. Entry level pay.

BOAT SALES

Busy boat dealership interviewing for an organized and outgoing person to assist customers in the purchase of new and used boats, motors and trailers etc. Salary plus commission and benefits. Prior boat or sales experience is a plus.

APPLY IN PERSON TUES-SAT.

MIDLANTIC MARINE CENTER

36624 Dupont Blvd., Selbyville DE 19975 EMAIL RESUME TO: midlanticmarine1@aol.com PHONE: 302-436-2628 THIS IS A NON-SMOKING FACILITY

VIDEO ARTIST Schell Brothers is seeking an outgoing and talented video artist to join our dynamic marketing team. Candidates must know their way around a DSLR camera and editing software (including motion graphics) to create and complete videos that proudly showcase our culture of happiness as well as promote our new home communities located throughout the beach area. We want someone creative and passionate, with a good eye for design and a firm understanding of storytelling.

We play hard, but also expect to work hard; we mean business. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly-organized, and has a keen attention to detail.

Key responsibilities: ● Assist in/or contribute wholly to the development of the visual concept for each “video” ● Work both collaboratively and independently ● Coordinate, supervise and/or execute all video shoots (and all that involves) ● Manage/maintain all equipment (cameras, lights, batteries, etc.)

Requirements: ● Bachelor’s degree ● At least 2 years of professional experience shooting and editing videos ● Demonstrate expert level skills in Final Cut Pro and Adobe Creative Suite is essential ● Be able to effectively multi-task between multiple projects/tasks of varying complexities.

If this is the position for you, please visit our website to apply:

www.SchellBrothers.com or forward your resume and salary requirements to Wendy Nussbaum at: wendy@SchellBrothers.com

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

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Clean Criminal Record & Driver’s License is required.

Drug Free Environment. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Call 443-497-1953

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

Employment Opportunities:

Year Round, Full/Part Time: Overnight Cleaner, Laundry Attendant (wash room), Food Runner, Room Attendants (van will pick up in Salisbury), Housekeeping House Staff, Servers, Bartender, Hostess, Coffee Shop Attendant, Maintenance Mechanic

Free Employee Meal and Excellent Benefits.

Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel Attn: Human Resources Dept.

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

Come Join Our Winning Team!

RECREATION DIRECTOR

The Carousel Hotel is looking for an energetic, motivated and detail oriented person to lead our busy and unique recreation operation. The position includes management and oversight of our pools, ice rink and numerous guest activities. Must be able to motivate and manage a large seasonal staff. Recreation experience preferred. CPO certificate and pool maintenance experience a plus.

We offer a competitive salary with full medical & benefit package. Email resume to jobs@carouselhotel.com or stop by and complete an application at the front desk. We require satisfactory pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Carousel Resort Hotel & Condominiums 11700 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 EOE

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Experienced Front Desk and Experienced Dental Assistant for Dgasboro dentist’s office.

302-732-3852 or email resume to: BrafmanFamilyDentistry@mchsi.com

THE HOTELS AT FAGER’S ISLAND

The Lighthouse Club & The Edge

Front Desk Receptionist Position available part time.

Please apply to The Hotels at Fager’s Island The Lighthouse Club & The Edge 56th Street Bayside, Ocean City, MD Monday thru Thursday 10 am to 3 pm.

Hiring For Year Round

Exp. Bartender, Food Runner, Barback and Overnight Prep

NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE!

Call 302-436-4716 or online www.smittymcgees.com

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Experienced Sous Chef and Experienced Line Cooks

For well-established Ocean City restaurant. Must have minimum 2 years experience. Excellent Salary or Hourly wages, plus Health Benefits for the right person.

Please send resume to

P.O. Box 838, Ocean City, MD 21842 Comfort Inn Gold Coast Ocean City

Director of Sales and Marketing

The Comfort Inn Gold Coast located at 112th Street in Ocean City is seeking an experienced hotel sales professional to fill the position of Director of Sales and Marketing. Candidates MUST have extensive experience in HOTEL SALES. Experience with Choice Hotels brands is a plus, and experience in the Ocean City market is also a plus. We offer Competitive Pay and a complete benefits package, including paid health insurance.

Please email resume to jpeck@comfortgoldcoast.com or deliver resume directly to the hotel.

If you do not have extensive hotel sales experience, please do not apply for this position.

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February 20, 2016 • 10AM - 2PM Hiring for Summer 2016 Full Time & Part Time Positions Front Desk Agents Night Auditors Breakfast Attendants Staff Accountants

Maintenance Workers M Housekeepers Housemen L Laundry Attendants

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HELP WANTED

Seeking Energetic, Self-Starter!

To join successful insurance team. Sales experience helpful. Licensed health insurance professional a plus. Email to schedule an interview to boweninsurancesolutions@ gmail.com.

SOMERSET JEWELERS Year Round, Seasonal PT/FT. Apply Dunes Manor Hotel shop or 412 South Boardwalk weekends. Resume to P.O. Box, 512, OC, MD 21843.

Barista / Cashier

Yr Round. Starbucks Kiosk Experience preferred; will train someone with a friendly & positive attitude.

Flexible hrs. a must including weekends & holidays.

Please apply in person 32 Palm Restaurant in the Hilton Suites, 32nd St., Ocean City, MD

Make 2016 the year of “Beauty” for you and others!

Work F/T or P/T, set your own hours, and make up to 50% commission.

To become a Representative or to order product email snowhillavon@ comcast.net Like me on Facebook & for more beauty tips go to christinesbeautyshop

MODEL CASTING

for South Moon Under

Female applicants must be 5'8" or taller and fit a size 2 dress and size 25 jean. Male applicants must be 6' or taller and fit a size 32"-34" pant.

All applicants must be of legal working age. Work permits required for anyone under the age of 18.

Email your name, contact info, age, height and sizes with a head shot and full length shot to: models@southmoonunder.com.

We will contact you if you fit the criteria.

Thank you for your interest.

The Francis Scott Key Family Resort is hiring: PM Front Desk Supervisor 2 years minimum customer service/hotel experience required. Prior supervisor or management experience & Roommaster experience a plus! Must be available nights and weekends. Reliable transportation required.

Housekeepers Must be able to work 9am5pm weekends included. Reliable transportation a must.

Looking for a team player with a friendly demeanor and an eye for detail. Experience preferred but not necessary.

Please submit resume hbrunning@fskfamily.com or stop by the hotel for an application.

12806 Ocean Gateway, Ocean City, MD 21842 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

HELP WANTED

Legal Secretary. Knowledge of Word Perfect, use of Dictaphone, telephone skills and bookkeeping required. Please respond by sending resume to: P.O. Box 56, Ocean City, MD 21843.

Rental Agent - CENTURY 21 New Horizon is seeking a full time Rental Agent. Previous experience in vacation rentals required. Must have good computer skills, excellent customer service skills and be able to handle stressful situation. Must work weekends and have reliable transportation. Please send resume to kimm@century21newhorizon. com

Hiring RN’s & GNA’s

All shifts. Please stop by to fill out an applications or fax your resume to 410-6410328. No phone calls, please. Come and find out why we are the area’s only CMS 5-Star rated skilled nursing facility.

Positions available for full-time Construction Laborer Carpenter Must have own transportation and valid driver’s license.

Apply in person.

Beachwood Inc. 11632 Worcester Hwy. Showell, MD 21862

THE HOTELS AT FAGER’S ISLAND The Lighthouse & The Edge Ocean City, Bayside

Available full/part time.

Housekeeping Attendant Position

Please apply to The Hotels at Fager’s Island The Lighthouse Club & The Edge 56th Street Bayside, Ocean City, MD Monday thru Thursday 10 am to 3 pm.

NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE!

5 Star Plumbing, Heating and Cooling currently has opportunities for experienced HVAC Technicians, to provide quality workmanship to our customers in Worcester, Wicomico and Sussex Counties!!

Journeyman Licensed preferred.

Must have valid driver’s license with clean record.

Qualified candidates can email or fax resume to: jmjr@5starphc.com, Fax: 888-785-8598

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HELP WANTED

Y/R Full Service Maintenance Position.

Please obtain an application from O.C.R.E.M. @ 5901 Coastal Hwy., Suite C, Ocean City, MD.

Gray’s Towing & Road Service. FT, Nights, weekends a must. Ability to pass background check, physical required. Frankford 302-7329823

RENTALS RENTALS

12718 Old Bridge Road Three bedroom, two bath, unfurnished. $1,300 per month. $1,300 security deposit. Call 410-430-9797.

Waterfront Rental - 2BR/2BA - unfurnished mobile home located at 11212 Gum Point Road. $900/monthly plus utilities. Call 410-430-9797.

Year-Round Rentals starting at $975. Oyster Harbor, 3 bed/2 bath, 2-car garage. $1750/month. Call Bunting Realty, inc. 410-641-3313.

YR North OC 1BR Condo.

Partially furnished. $800/mo. plus utilities. No pets. No smoking. 443-783-4554

RAMBLER MOTEL 9942 Elm Street, WOC (Behind Starbucks) Sleeps 4, $200 per week Manager onsite 410-213-1764

RENTALS

Winter Rental. Large Master BR w/private bath. Share common areas. No pets.

Smoke outside. All utilities included. $125/wk. 443-8802486

2BR/1.5BA Mobile in Bishopville. Unfurnished. No pets/ no smoking. Includes heat and air. $1,000. Call Howard Martin Realty 410-3525555.

3BR/2BA Remodeled Mobile. Waterfront. $1,000/mo.

Not including utilities. Call Howard Martin Realty, 410352-5555.

YR, Oceanside, Mid-Town, 4BR/1BA Apt. - Ocean view, plenty of parking. Great location! $1250/mo. + utils. 1 mo. sec. deposit req’d. 443-8802486 OC Winter Rental - 1 Bedroom Efficiency Apt., 47th St., fully furnished. $750/mo. Utilities and cable included. 443506-2738

YR, Large 5BR/4BA Apt. Off 104th St., $1600/mo. + utils. 1 mo. sec. deposit req’d.

Sleeps 12. Walking distance to stores and mall. 443-8802486 WINTER WEEKLY RENTALS Pool Front Rooms $170.

Efficiencies $190.

2BR Apartments $275.

Burgundy Inn 1210 Philadelphia Ave. 410-289-8581

Summer Rental

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2BR/2BA Fully Remodeled, Bright Furnished House in WOC. Near Harbor. Potential studio in loft. Vaulted ceilings, fireplace & deck. Optional Y/R $1230/month includes water.

240-620-3040 1200 sq. ft., 2BR/2BA, on water with boat slip. Off Rte. 54 behind Harpoon Hanna’s.

Fully furnished, available immediately. No smoking, no pets. $1250 per month, plus electric and cable. Resort Rentals, 410-524-0295

ROOMMATES ROOMMATES

Professional Females. YR/ Seasonal OP House. 2 rooms available. $750 private suite. $550/shared bath. Includes utilities/WiFi. Just move in.

Pets ok. No smoking. 410208-3570

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE

Salisbury 3BR/1.5BA. Fully Remodeled 2-story w/basement. $129,900.

New HVAC, fully hardwood flooring, W/D, deck, FP, cedar closet, garage. Request photos - a must see! 240-6203040

FOR SALE BY OWNER

3BR/2BA Rancher in OP South. 1 car garage. Shed, deck, corner lot. $198,900 OBO. 410-924-6634

SERVICES SERVICES

Bishopville Movers Inc. Fast, reliable service.

410-352-5555

COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL

2 Office/Retail Spaces & 3 Warehouse Units available in West Ocean City. Call 443497-4200.

Office/Retail in WOC. 926 sq. feet on Rt. 50. Next to the UPS store. $850/mo. rent, plus utilities. Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.

DONATIONS DONATIONS

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

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PUBLIC NOTICES McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 84 NEWPORT DR. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Alex Duque and Alma Duque, dated November 4, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4541, folio 261 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 22, 2016 AT 3:40 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $36,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 6.125% 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 #14-610339) This property will be sold subject to a 120 day right of redemption by the Internal Revenue Service.

Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-2/4/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 12801 OLD STAGE RD. BISHOPVILLE, MD 21813 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from David A. Ehatt and Cheryl Ehatt, dated May 17, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4727, folio 523 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 22, 2016 AT 3:42 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $20,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the

Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser.

There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser.

Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2013-42850) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-2/4/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 19 FOSSE GRANGE OCEAN PINES, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Carol Ann Shorb and Ronald P. Prihoda, dated August 28, 2003 and recorded in Liber 3879, folio 191 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on

FEBRUARY 22, 2016 AT 3:43 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 $6,000 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 4.875% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser.

There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. 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 #2013-37051) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-2/4/3t _________________________________

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 39 ANCHOR WAY DR. I/R/T/A 39 ANCHOR WAY BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated February 24, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4034, Folio 62 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $157,000.00 and an original interest rate of 7.00% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 23, 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 $16,000 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-2/4/3t _________________________________ GUY R. AYRES III, Trustee AYRES, JENKINS, GORDY & ALMAND, P.A. 6200 Coastal Highway; Suite 200 Ocean City, Maryland 21842

TRUSTEE’S SALE OF VALUABLE BOARDWALK AND BEACH FRONT RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY IN OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842 Pursuant to a Power of Sale contained in a certain Mortgage under date of May 9, 2005 and recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland at Liber 4431, folio 004, et seq., the above named Trustee, named in Mortgage, will sell at public auction to the highest bidder on the premises of the subject property on: Saturday, February 13, 2016 at 11:00 AM Unit 406, 301 N. Atlantic Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 the following property: ALL that property lying and being situate in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, designated and distinguished as Unit No. 406, in the “POLYNESIAN HORIZONTAL PROPERTY REGIME,” together with an undivided percentage

interest in the common elements thereof, established pursuant to the Condominium Master Deed and ByLaws dated August 14, 1972 and recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland in Liber No. 361, Folio 346, et seq., as amended; and pursuant to the Plats thereto recorded among the aforesaid Land Records in Plat Book No. 26, Folio 32, et seq., as amended.

Together with all improvements erected there and appurtenant thereto.

The aforementioned Unit 406 is a one-bedroom, one-bath condominium, directly facing the Atlantic Ocean and beach, on the boardwalk at 301 N. Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland.

Being all the property secured by the above referenced Mortgage.

The above described property is being offered for sale in an “AS IS” condition SUBJECT to all the covenants, agreements, conditions, easements and restrictions as may appear among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland.

TERMS OF SALE: A deposit of thirty Thousand Dollars ($30,000.00) in cash or certified check will be required of the purchaser at the time and place of the sale. The balance in cash or certified check will be due upon final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, said balance to bear interest at the rate of seven percent (7%) per annum from the date of sale to the date of payment and shall be paid within twenty (20) days after the final ratification of the sale.

Time is of the essence for the Purchaser. All state and county real estate and personal property taxes, sewer and water charges, condominium fees and assessment and all other public charges assessable on an annual basis shall be adjusted as of the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the Purchaser. The cost of title papers, recordation taxes, transfer taxes and recording fees shall be paid by the Purchaser. Possession will be given upon final ratification of the sale or upon payment in full of the purchase price, whichever occurs later. If Purchaser fails to pay the balance of the purchase price following ratification of sale, the deposit shall be forfeited and the property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting Purchaser.

For further information, you may contact Guy R. Ayres III, Trustee, 410-723-1400.

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 14301 TUNNEL AVE., UNIT #3B OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated Feb-

ruary 26, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4048, Folio 582 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $120,800.00 and an original interest rate of 6.37500% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 16, 2016 AT 3:33 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Unit Number 3B in the “Sherwood Condominium” 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 $9,000 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,

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PUBLIC NOTICES 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-1/28/3t _________________________________

TRUSTEE’S SALE OF CONDOMINIUM UNIT The Trustee named below will sell at public auction to the highest bidder on Tuesday, February 9, 2016, at 4:00 p.m., at the Wight Bay Condominium, 4711 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, all that property designated as Wight Bay Condominium Unit No. 438, together with an undivided interest in the common elements as established by Declaration and Bylaws recorded among the land records of Worcester County in Liber FWH No. 576, folio 516, et seq., as amended, and as further described in a deed recorded at Liber 1058, folio 86, et seq., in “AS IS” condition, SUBJECT to all the liens, covenants, agreements, conditions, easements and restrictions as may appear among the land records of Worcester County, Maryland.

A deposit of $10,000.00 in cash or certified check will be required of the Purchaser at the auction. (A deposit will not be required if the successful bidder is the secured party in this foreclosure action.) The balance in cash, cashier’s or certified check shall be paid within 20 days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, said balance to bear interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum from the date of sale to the date of payment. Time is of the essence for the Purchaser. All real estate taxes, wastewater, water charges, and condominium assessments shall be adjusted as of the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the Purchaser. All settlement costs, including recordation taxes, transfer taxes and recording fees, shall be paid by the Purchaser. Possession will be given upon payment in full of the purchase price. If Purchaser fails to pay the balance of the purchase price when due, the deposit shall be forfeited and the property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting Purchaser.

For further information, you may contact Jon P. Bulkeley, Trustee, 410-723-1400.

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 320 BAY ST. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated January 17, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4883, Folio 63 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $220,000.00 and an original interest rate of 4.625% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 16, 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 $26,000 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-1/28/3t _________________________________ 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 318 WEST ST. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Sharon A. Witkowski and John A. Witkowski, dated February 29, 2008 and recorded in Liber 5095, folio 553 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 5, 2016 AT 2:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and

described as Tax ID #03-027961 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 $33,000 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 42782.

Diane S. Rosenberg, Mark D. Meyer, et al., Substitute Trustees

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PUBLIC NOTICES ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-1/21/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 723 LAUREL AVE. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Joann Campbell, dated October 18, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4809, folio 452 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on FEBRUARY 8, 2016 AT 3:40 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $55,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are 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 #14-602001) This property will be sold subject to a 120 day right of redemption by the Internal Revenue Service.

Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-1/21/3t _________________________________ 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 14306 JARVIS AVE., UNIT #205 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated June 12, 2009 and recorded in Liber 5319, Folio 171 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $134,712.00 and an original interest rate of 4.875% 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 FEBRUARY 9, 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 described as Unit No. 205, in the Fenwick Woods I Condominium 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 $13,000 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-1/21/3t _________________________________

Law Offices Caldwell & Whitehead, P.A. 109 Camden Street P.O. Box 4520 Salisbury, Maryland 21803 (410) 543-2240 MELVIN J. CALDWELL, JR. and KATHRYN A. WHITEHEAD, SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES 109 Camden Street Salisbury, Maryland 21801 Plaintiff v.

KELLI N. CROPPER 834 White Oaks Lane Pocomoke City, Maryland 21851 Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO: 23-C-15-000231

NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, this 13th day of January, 2016, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Melvin J. Caldwell, Jr., and Kathryn A. Whitehead, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 15th day of February, 2016; PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that a copy of this ORDER be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland, once in each of three (3) successive weeks, before the 8th day of February, 2016.

The Report states the amount of the sale of the properties known as 834 White Oaks Lane, Pocomoke City, Worcester County, Maryland was $225,000.00.

Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court for Worcester County True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-1/21/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8TH ST. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16294 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF PETER YURCISIN Notice is given that Nona M. Cubb, 108 8th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842, was on December 08, 2015 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Peter Yurcisin who died on November 2, 1013, 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 8th day of June, 2016.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present

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Nona M. Clubb Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: January 21, 2016 OCD-1/21/3t _________________________________

half of, and on the lands of, Nancy Zeller and Dick McCarron, requesting a variance to the ordinance prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 21.8 feet (an encroachment of 8.2 feet) associated with a proposed screen porch and deck expansion in the R-2 Suburban Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-206(b)(2) and ZS 1-305 located at 12325 Snug Harbor Road approximately 1025.5 feet east of Meadow Drive, Tax Map 33, Parcel 346, Section A, Lot 63 & 64, of the Snug Harbor Subdivision, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

6:40 p.m.

Case No. 16-6, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV Esquire on behalf of, and on the lands of, Troy and Grace Chute, requesting a special exception to extend a pier greater than 125 feet from the mean high water line (315 feet requested) in the R-2 Suburban Residential District pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(n), ZS 1-206(d)(6) and NR 2102(e)(1) located at 13040 Riggin Ridge Road approximately 352 feet North of Center Drive, Tax Map 22, Parcel 397, Block 8, Lot 11A in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WORCESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS BOARD OF PORT WARDENS

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 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. 16-3, on the application of James R. Barbely on behalf of and on the lands of Mason Family LLC, requesting a variance to the ordinance prescribed front yard setback from 60 feet from center of right of way down to 36.3 feet (an encroachment of 23.7 feet) and an after-thefact variance to the ordinance prescribed right side yard setback from 20 feet to 18.4 feet (an encroachment of 1.6 feet) associated with the proposed renovation of the office portion of an existing storage facility business in the I-1 Light Industrial District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1212(b)(1) and ZS 1-305(b)(1) located at 8344 Patey Woods Road, approximately 617 feet North West of Newark Road, Tax Map 40, Parcel 24 in the Fourth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

6:35 p.m.

Case No. 16-5, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV Esquire on be-

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 February 11, 2016 At 2:00 PM A request has been submitted to install a 6 pole boatlift with associated poles in existing slip 45’ channel ward and existing shared finger pier will remain. Located at 411 14th St Slip 39 Parcel # 3486 in the Town of OC, MD. Applicant: Ocean City Boatlifts & Marine Construction Owner: 223 Long Point Rd LLC PW15-208 A request has been submitted construct 6x34 perpendicular pier with a 6x12 “T” head & install one boat lift with associated pilings a maximum of 45’ channelward of existing MHW/MLW/bulkhead face.

Located at 727 S Surf Rd Unit C Parcel # 9543A in the Town of Ocean City, MD. Applicant: J. Stacey Hart & Associates, Inc.

Owner: Mark Norwicz PW16-212 A request has been submitted to construct 6x31 perpendicular pier & install two boatlifts with associated pilings a maximum 36’ channelward of existing MHW/MLW/bulkhead face. Located at 727 S Surf Rd Unit C B Parcel # 9543A in the Town of Ocean City, MD. Applicant: J Stacey Hart & Associates, Inc. Owner: Mark Norwicz PW16-213 A request has been submitted to install one PWC float with associated piling a maximum of 17’ channelward of existing bulkhead face/MHW/MLW. Located at 108 120th St Unit 22 Parcel # 5310A in the Town of Ocean City, MD. Applicant: J. Stacey Hart & Associates, Inc. Owner: Stanley Panek PW16-214 A request has been submitted to repair with vinyl replacement batter piles +/-43 lf of deteriorated bulkhead, replace existing 5x40 platform with 4.6x43 platform, install new 6x43 pier & two boatlifts & two PWC lifts a total maximum of 50’ channelward of existing bulkhead/MHW/ MLW. Located at 619 Harbour Dr. Parcel # 8020A in the Town of Ocean City, MD. Applicant: J. Stacey Hart & Associates, Inc. Owner: Douglas Marshall PW16-215 A request has been submitted to install 4 pole jetskit w/poles, 2 PWC’s next to community walkway. Channelward 18’ includes 4’ community channelward walkway. Located at 3603 N Canal St Slip 101 Parcel # 4326 in the Town of Ocean City, MD. Applicant: Ocean City Boatlifts & Marine Construction, Inc. Owner: Charles Brockett PW16-216 A request has been submitted to install 5 batter piles along existing bulkhead, install new 5’x40’ parallel platform, a 6’x45’ perpendicular pier, 2 mooring piles, a boatlift and 2 PWC lifts. All construction MDC of 50’. Located at 233 S Ocean Dr. Parcel # 8020A in the Town of Ocean City, MD. Applicant: Ocean Services of DE, Inc. Owner: David Jones/Bison Real Estate LLC PW16-217 A request has been submitted to construct a 4’ x44’ perpendicular L pier with 6’ x16’ platform attached to the end for a total channelward 50’ Pilings supporting the dock with be on 8’ wide centers. Install 4’x82’ pier crossing tidally influenced non-tidal wetland will be constructed between the mean water line and the upland portion of the property begin developed as a hotel pool deck. The structure will be elevated 4’-5’ above the marsh surface. A 4’x5’ long staircase located 3’ landward. Pilling will be spaced on 8’ wide centers. Located at 300 Seabay Ln Parcel # 6703 in the Town of Ocean City, MD. Applicant: Inns of Ocean City LLC Owner: Inns of Ocean City LLC PW16-227 OCD-1/28/2t _________________________________

Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 Diane S. Rosenberg Mark D. Meyer John A. Ansell, III Kenneth Savitz Caroline Fields Jennifer Rochino 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 Substitute Trustees Plaintiff(s) v.

James D. Fletcher 12917 Lake Avenue Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15001131

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 19th day of January, 2016, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 12917 Lake Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 22nd day of February, 2016, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in a weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 15th day of February, 2016. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $182,867.00.

Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-1/28/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PASSAGE OF BILL 15-13 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 15-13 (Public Safety - Public Safety Radio Coverage Code) was passed by the County Commissioners on January 19, 2016.

A fair summary of the bill is as follows: Public Safety Article - Subtitle II - Public Safety Emergency Radio Coverage. (Repeals and reenacts this Subtitle to update regulations regarding in-building emergency radio coverage in compliance with the International Building Code and the National Fire Protection Association Code and in conjunction with the Worcester County Emergency Radio System Replacement project; provides that these regulations shall be referred to as the “Worcester County Public Safety Radio Coverage Code”; defines the purpose and intent of this subtitle to ensure uninterrupted operation of Worcester County’s wireless communications systems and to provide that new buildings are constructed in a manner which does not interfere with Worcester County’s wireless commu-

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PUBLIC NOTICES nications network; defines the countywide scope of these regulations, including the municipalities, subject to modification within any municipality; provides for severability of this Subtitle to preserve the Subtitle as a whole should any section or provision be declared unconstitutional or invalid; assigns administration of this Subtitle to the Worcester County Department of Emergency Services and enforcement of this Subtitle to the appropriate building or fire code official; defines the terms and acronyms used in the Subtitle; establishes general provisions, including radio coverage determinations, qualifications of personnel, permit requirements, annual certifications and required notifications; and establishes violations and penalties for violating the provisions of this Subtitle, including misdemeanor violations, civil infractions, other remedies and defining offenders.)

This bill becomes effective fortyfive (45) days from the date of its passage.

This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center and is available on the County Website at http://www.co.worcester.md.us/commissioners/legsltn.aspx.

THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-1/28/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PASSAGE OF BILL 15-14 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 15-14 (Zoning - Nonprofit Environmental Organization Offices in the E-1 Estate District) was passed by the County Commissioners on January 19, 2016.

A fair summary of the bill is as follows: § ZS 1-203(c)(10). (Repeals and reenacts this subsection to permit by special exception in the E-1 Estate District nonprofit environmental conservation and land preservation organization offices in addition to public and private noncommercial cultural, social and recreational areas and centers, including parks, playgrounds, beaches, community centers, country clubs, swimming pools and golf courses but excluding summer camps, marinas and boat landings; establishes minimum lot requirements for lot area, lot width, and front, side and rear yard setbacks; requires all outdoor swimming pools, including outdoor deck and patio areas, and locker areas to be located at least two hundred feet from any perimeter property line or public road right-of-way.)

This bill becomes effective fortyfive (45) days from the date of its passage.

This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room

1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center and is available on the County Website at http://www.co.worcester.md.us/commissioners/legsltn.aspx.

THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-1/28/3t _________________________________ CHRISTOPHER T. WOODLEY ESQ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY PO BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16378 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF TERRY LANGE HEEMANN Notice is given that Stephen L. Adkins IV, 10432 Exeter Road, Ocean City, MD 21842; and Tiffanie Heemann Adkins, 10432 Exeter Road, Ocean City, MD 21842, was on January 21, 2016 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Terry Lange Heemann who died on October 21, 2014, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 21st day of July, 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 L. Adkins IV Tiffanie Heemann Adkins Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: January 28, 2016

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Request to allow service of alcoholic beverage sales on the first floor until10 p.m. and a Request to allow glass panels on East rail of second floor to remain open until 10:30 p.m.

- after 10:30 p.m. all glass enclosure on second floor will be closed for a currently licensed Class: “D” BEERWINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day By: Kevin Myers, 5801 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

For. OC Bar LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Bad Monkey 5801 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 17, 2016 @ 1:10P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for Transfer of a Class: “D” BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day By: Justin M. Acita, 10256 Broken Sound Blvd., Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Joseph P. Kelly, 2802 Tern Dr. #24, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

For: Pickles Pub of OC, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Pickles Pub 706 N. Philadelphia Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Formerly: Pickles Pub, LLC There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 17, 2016 @ 1:50P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Transfer of a Class: “D” BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day By: Jonathan K. Tippett, 1488 Birdwood Court, Crofton, Maryland 21114; Danelle M. Amos, 2 -10th Street, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

For: Big Tipps Mgmt, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Alibi Room 501 South Baltimore Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Formerly: Comerstone Brewing Company, Inc.

There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Govemment Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 17, 2016 @ 2:00 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class: “B” BEERWINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day By: Jerome S. Murphy, 13 Widows Watch Court, Berlin, Maryland 21811; Darren K. Palitti, 929 Saint Paul Street Baltimore, Maryland 21202; John W. Rosinsky, 623 Harvester Drive, Oakdale, Pennsylvania 15071 For: Squarz Pizza, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Squarz Pizza 12825 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 17, 2016 @ 2:25 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any intertested party.

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class: “B” BEERWINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day By: Krista N. Brooks, 41 Cannon Drive, Berlin, Maryland 21811.

For: Crabcake Factory Seafood House, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Crabcake Factory 11805 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 17, 2016 @ 2:35 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Apptication has been made by the Undersigned for a Class: “A” BEERWINE License: 7 Day By: Ronak Y. Patel, 109 N. Collins Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863.

For: Haki Yash Inc. For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Super Soda 5318 Snow Hill Road Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 There will be a public hearing on

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PUBLIC NOTICES the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: February 17, 2016 @ 2:50 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party.

OCD-2/4/2t _________________________________ 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.

Cleveland Jenkins and Paula Jenkins Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C15001349

NOTICE ORDERED, this 27th day of January, 2016 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 609 Market Street, Pocomoke City, Maryland 21851 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 29th 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 22nd day of February, 2016, next.

The report states the amount of sale to be $189,532.39.

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-2/4/3t _________________________________ CHARLES T. CAPUTE ESQ CHARLES T. CAPUTE, LLC 1006 S. WASHINGTON STREET EASTON, MD 21601-4303

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16383 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF BERTHA ANN GINNAVAN Notice is given that Gail L. Fowler, 10530 Sussex Road, Ocean City, MD 21842; and Calvin G. Ginnavan Jr., 12441 Fleetway Drive, Ocean City, MD 21842, was on January 22, 2016 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Bertha Ann Ginnavan who died on November 25, 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 22nd day of July, 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.

Gail L. Fowler Calvin G. Ginnavan Jr. Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: January 28, 2016 OCD-1/28/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16380 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF CHARLES KENNETH PEAK Notice is given that Kristin L. Ryan, 315 Bounding Home Court, Havre De Grace, MD 21078, was on January 22, 2016 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Charles Kenneth Peak who died on January 4, 2016, 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 22nd day of July, 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.

Kristin L. Ryan Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: January 29, 2015 OCD-2/4/3t _________________________________ BP Fisher Law Group, LLP 174 Waterfront Street, Suite 400 Naitonal Harbor, MD 20745 Telephone (301) 599-7700 Jeffrey B. Fisher Virginia S. Inzer William K. Smart Kris Terrill Regan J.R. Smith Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs.

Rosemary S. Joseph-Kappel Todd A. Kappel Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-15-000997

NOTICE Notice is hereby given, this 27th day of January, 2016, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property in these proceedings, reported by the Substitute Trustees, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 29th day of February, 2016, PROVIDED that a copy of this Notice be inserted in a newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 22nd day of February, 2016. The report states the amount of sale of the property at 11 Abbyshire Road, Berlin, MD 21811 (Trustees’ Matter No. 14-01006), to be $129,000.00.

Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-2/4/3t _________________________________ KENNETH L. HOOPER ESQ 126 EAST MAIN STREET P.O. BOX 138 SALISBURY, MD 21803

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS

Estate No. 16389 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF THOMAS F. COPP AKA: THOMAS FRANCIS COPP Notice is given that Elizabeth Fabian Copp, 3 Freeport Lane, Berlin, MD 21811, was on January 29, 2016 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Thomas F. Copp who died on December 17, 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 29th day of July, 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.

Elizabeth Fabian Copp Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: February 04, 2016 OCD-2/4/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16355 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF NADINE L. TRADER Notice is given that Nadine L. Blades, 30712 Iron Branch Road, Dagsboro, DE 19939, was on January 27, 2016 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Nadine L. Trader who died on December 21, 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

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PUBLIC NOTICES 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 27th day of July, 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.

Nadine L. Blades Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: February 04, 2016 OCD-2/4/3t _________________________________ SMALL ESTATE

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 16375 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARY LOU DIMMICK Notice is given that Diane Elaine Johnson, 33060 Gordy Road, Laurel, DE 19956, was on January 26, 2016 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Mary Lou Dimmick who died on January 6, 2016, 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

NOTICE The Mayor and City Council, a public community transit service provider in Ocean City, Maryland, is offering the opportunity for a public hearing to provide citizens a forum to present views on the following proposals: FY 2017 Annual Transportation Plan (ATP).

The ATP contains requests for operating funds from the following programs: Section 5311 of the Federal Transit Act, which provides funds for general public transit service in rural areas; Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) program, which provides funds for federally required para transit services for persons with disabilities.

In addition, capital funds will be requested for the following items: ITEM Replace twelve (12) 40’ heavy duty buses Replace two (2) ADA para transit vans Replace seven (7) 35’ heavy duty buses with 40’ heavy duty buses Purchase Automated Passenger Counting system for transit vehicles Preventative maintenance and repairs to include parts and labor for rolling stock Replace parking lot light fixtures with LED retrofit energy efficient units Preventative maintenance for Bus Wash System Purchase Bus Surveillance System for Transit Vehicles Remove the blacktop in the two transit lanes at the south end Transit Center and replace with concrete Purchase three (3) complete man door units for the north and east side of the bus barn Purchase training materials to meet FTA/MTA guidelines Preventative maintenance for transit facility overhead doors Purchase transit station benches TOTAL CAPITAL REQUEST:

TOTAL $5,611,200 $136,622 $3,273,200 $300,000 $600,000 $90,000 $48,000 $500,000 $122,000 $3,000 $6,500 $20,000 $20,000 $10,730,522

A Public Hearing will be held upon request. Requests for a Public Hearing must be in writing and will be received until 4 p.m. on Friday, February 5, 2016. Requests for a Public Hearing and/or other written comments should be sent to the following address and clearly marked “Public Hearing Comments”: Ocean City Transportation 204 65th Street, Building E Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Written comments can also be emailed to: bconnor@oceancitymd.gov In the event it is requested, a Public Hearing will be held on: Tuesday, February 16, 2016 6:00 p.m.

City Hall Council Chambers 301 Baltimore Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 If special assistance is required at the Public Hearing, contact Ocean City Transportation, Administrative Assistant, at 410-723-2174 prior to 4 p.m. on Friday, February 5, 2016.

OCD-1/14/4t ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter.

Diane Elaine Johnson Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Charlotte K. Cathell

Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: February 04, 2016 OCD-2/4/1t _________________________________

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that on January 26, 2016, an application was filed with the Federal Communications Commission ("FCC"), Washington, D.C., seeking consent to the assignment of the construction permit of unbuilt FM Translator Station W230CF at Bishopville, Maryland, from Priority Radio, Inc.

(whose address is 2207 Concord Pike, Box 269, Wilmington, Delaware 19803) to 1520 Radio Asia LLC (whose address is 76 National Road, Edison, New Jersey 08817).

Unbuilt FM Translator Station W230CF is authorized to operate on an assigned frequency of 93.9 megahertz, with an effective radiated power of 27 watts vertical and horizontal.

A copy of the application for assignment of the W230CF construction permit is available for public inspection during regular business hours at 179 Stanton Christiana Rd, Newark, DE 19702. Individuals who wish to advise the FCC of facts relating to whether this assignment application is in the public interest should file comments online at www.fcc.gov. or by mail to FCC,

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PUBLIC NOTICES Washington, D.C. 20554.

OCD-2/4/1t _________________________________ 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.

Yolanda B. Mandley, Vincent E. Mandley and Hawaiian Village Condominium Association Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C15001152

NOTICE ORDERED, this 29th day of January, 2016 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 11 142nd Street, Unit 315, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et. al, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 29th 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 22nd day of February, 2016, next.

The report states the amount of sale to be $200,000.00.

Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-2/4/3t _________________________________ HEATHER E. STANSBURY ESQ AYRES, JENKINS, GORDY & ALMAND, P.A. 6200 COASTAL HIGHWAY, SUITE 200 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16336 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF IRIS P. WALLIS Notice is given that Mark Gast, 1933 Stanhope Road, Dundalk, MD 21222, was on February 01, 2016 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Iris P. Wallis who died on July 16, 2015, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 1st day of August, 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.

Mark Gast Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: February 04, 2016 OCD-2/4/3t _________________________________ MALINI H. GANVIR, ESQ. 132 E. MAIN STREET, SUITE 310 SALISBURY, MD 21804

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16384 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF STEPHEN A. STACHURSKI AKA: STEPHEN A. STACHURSKI JR. Notice is given that Dennis Stark, 303 East 33rd Street-9H, New York, NY 10016, was on January 27, 2016 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Stephen A. Stachurski who died on January 1, 2016, 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 27th day of July, 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.

Dennis Stark Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: February 04, 2016 OCD-2/4/3t _________________________________ REGAN J. R. SMITH ESQ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON LLP 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY P.O. BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16392 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JEAN W. PATTON Notice is given that Elizabeth P. Mulholland, 351 Contention Lane, Berwyn, PA 19312 and Catherine A. Patton, 101 Washington Street, Berlin, MD 21811, was on February 01, 2016 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Jean W. Patton who died on December 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 1st day of August, 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.

Elizabeth P. Mulholland Catherine A. Patton Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: February 04, 2016 OCD-2/4/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 301-490-3361 Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs.

Estate of Sylwester W. Dabrowski aka Sylvester W. Dabroski Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C15001173

NOTICE ORDERED, this 29th day of January, 2016 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 731 Anchor Chain Road, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et. al, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 29th 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 22nd day of February, 2016, next.

The report states the amount of sale to be $191,701.51.

Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-2/4/3t _________________________________

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Everyone rooting for new manager

Ocean City’s new city manager, Doug Miller, becomes the resort’s chief operating officer as of Monday morning, filling a post that has been vacant since last July.

His arrival comes at an opportune moment for him and all of city government, as this is the time of year when elected officials and staff begin to hash out the budget for the next fiscal year.

Understanding the science, or art, of budgeting is akin in a way to learning a foreign language: there’s nothing like total immersion to speed up the process.

It’s not that Miller doesn’t know how to budget, given his decades of experience managing and budgeting for municipal governments elsewhere, but leading the compilation of Ocean City’s fiscal package going into the season will allow him to gain a quicker understanding of the needs and operations of each department.

Had Miller started in the late spring or summer, getting a handle on a $145 million operation that experiences such seasonal volatility would have taken much longer.

The good news for Miller, aside from getting a job that he could barely have imagined back in the 1980s when he embarked on this career path, is that virtually everyone he encounters will want him to succeed.

He has been embraced by the mayor and council as the kind of manager Ocean City needs and it’s how his previous employers describe him: professional, apolitical, efficient and stable.

This, if it does indeed work out this way, would be the perfect antidote to the upheavals and managerial inconsistencies of recent years in City Hall.

To be sure, as Miller works his way through the systems of resort government, there will be plenty of offers of help along the way.

Everyone, from elected officials, department heads, through the various employee echelons and the electorate itself, will be rooting for him to do the job well.

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Letters to the editor United Way helps Lower Shore community

Editor, It is a great honor to serve as board president for United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore. In this role, I continue to witness the selfless generosity among individuals and organizations in our community who support United Way’s mission to improve the lives of the most vulnerable on the Shore. What we achieve together is nothing short of amazing.

Our United Way currently touches the lives of one in three people. It is the largest nongovernmental source of funding for 62 critical programs in the four Lower Eastern Shore Counties in Maryland. Last year, your United Way impacted 76,000 local people, giving them the tools they need to build a better life and hope for a brighter, more secure future.

When you give, you can count on the responsible stewardship of your contribution to help the most people, in the most impactful way possible. Did you know that 100 percent of each contribution stays local?

The local United Way Community Impact Committee spends over 800 volunteer hours each year vetting the programs in which you invest. From youth and elderly issues to transportation and health care, these volunteers scrutinize agency budgets and programs to ensure all contributions will have the greatest impact.

Currently, we are in the final stages of this year’s campaign, and I encourage all readers to consider helping by making a contribution.

I also encourage all local businesses to consider a workplace campaign to allow employees to donate through payroll deduction.

When you give to your local United Way,

you are building a healthier community; you are helping troubled teens uncover their full potential; you are easing the burdens of individuals struggling with life’s unexpected challenges. I strongly urge those in our community to join our “United Way Family” and experience firsthand what it means to “Live United.”

For more information, or to make a tax-deductible donation, visit www.unitedway4us.org.

Cathie Thomas Board President, United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore

Value of birds more than just seeing them

Editor, Birds have economic value and this was on display again last weekend with the enormous success of the first ever Winter Delmarva Birding Weekend. We would like to thank all of the local businesses, chambers and conservation groups for their tremendous support.

It certainly paid off with visitors from all over the U.S. descending on Worcester and Sussex counties to watch birds. While most of us know the inherent value of wild things, it’s important to remember the billions of dollars spent in the country every year from both bird watching and wildfowl hunting. The modicum of investment we put into protecting land and water pays huge economic dividends.

Thanks especially to our sponsors, Southern Delaware Tourism, the Atlantic Sands Hotel and Conference Center, Worcester Continued on Page 70

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You get your bragging rights wherever and when you can

By Stewart Dobson Editor/Publisher

It is with pride that I point out that at one time Caroline County, Maryland, the only landlocked county on the Eastern Shore, and where I grew up, could be noted for one thing: the highest per capita consumption of 10-ounce cans of Budweiser in the country.

Or so it was said.

Coming up in a place with no beach, no bay and no money, we had to make do with what we had, and so it was a source of joy to discover, according to the local beer distributor anyway, that we sat atop the national heap of guzzlers of skinny cans of beer.

As far as I know, there never was and is not now any difference in the beer itself, Bud pretty much being Bud regardless of the container.

Yet, this pronouncement by Dave the beer truck driver gave us something to be proud of, which is vital when fame is scarce. It’s not as if people would be impressed, for instance, were you to say, “We grow more soybeans than … well … lots of places!”

This does not mean that Caroline was without its notable events. There was the time, for instance, that local

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legend Wilson (last name withheld out of respect for his descendants) was ejected from a poker game on the second floor of a local restaurant.

Legend has it that he retaliated by relieving himself not out of but up and into the second-story window from the street. As impressive as that feat might have been, it would be difficult to get a monument erected to it on the site: “On this spot in 1956, Wilson (——-) performed an unequaled feat of whizardry…”

Nor, for that matter, could you post a sign saying, “This is where Willard (see note above about last names) “misplaced” his car in the river.

Also not likely to make the cut with the local historical society would be a placard on Main Street proclaiming, “This is the location of the last known sighting of Earl (same situation), as he chased a full grown and highly agitated bull down the street in 1952 following his botched attempt to open a butcher shop.”

We did have our famous incidents, but in the scheme of things being known for drinking many small cans of beer seemed to be the best option.

They wouldn’t erect a plaque to that either, but those of us who made it happen will always have bragging rights.

Sure, it’s not the beach, on which, by the way, you can’t grow soybeans.

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Letters to the editor Aside from being nice to see, birds have economic value Continued from Page 69 County Tourism, the Howard Johnson’s Oceanfront Plaza Hotel, Days Inn Ocean City, the Boardwalk Hotel Group, Fager’s Lighthouse, the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays, the Delmarva Almanac, Town of Snow Hill, the Atlantic Hotel in Berlin, Hodges Taylor Art Consultancy, Somerset County Tourism, The

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