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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) Crime rates in Ocean City are at a 25-year low, according to the police department’s 2015 annual report presented to the City Council Monday by Chief Ross Buzzuro.

“We’ve never had crime lower,” he said.

The trend is based on Uniform Crime Reporting statistics, which are submitted yearly to the FBI, and includes the following offenses: homicide, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, simple assault, burglary, larceny and motor vehicle theft.

In 1990, Ocean City recorded 2,263 offenses, which dropped to 1,250 in 2015, a decrease of 45 percent. Aggravated assaults, which totaled 155 in 1990, dropped to 61 in 2015, a 60 percent reduction.

Burglaries dropped 68 percent, going from 481 in 1990 to 152 in 2015. Even more impressive was the 89 percent reduction in motor vehicle thefts, which went from 105 in 1990 to a dozen incidents in 2015.

“We realized, as far as part one crimes (major offenses), we had the lowest crime rate in the last 25 years,” he said. “It’s a true testament to the hard work of our officers.”

Councilwoman Mary Knight said the numbers shouldn’t be viewed in a vacSee LOCAL Page 5

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SCRATCHING THE SURFACE Road construction crews from contractor George & Lynch of Dover rip up the top layer of asphalt from Coastal Highway in preparation for the repaving of a stretch from the Delaware state line to 62nd Street. The tons of material scraped from the road will be recycled for other uses by partner company River Asphalt in Dagsboro.

Unlicensed rentals targeted License fees raised for R1 zones, stiffer fines approved for those found to be skirting regulations

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) The Ocean City Council experienced some déjà vu during its Monday session when it was presented with a resolution to establish a new property rental license fee in single-family zoning districts.

In addition to increasing the fee on rental license applications in R-1 (single-family residential) zones by $50, the measure also included steep fines for those who rent without a license.

Last September, Councilman Wayne Hartman proposed a $500 fine to be imposed immediately for anyone caught operating unlicensed rentals in all districts. If the prop-

erty owners did not comply within 15 days, a $1,000 fine would be issued. Previously, landlords only needed to pay $116 for a rental license and a police noise permit of $25.

The resolution on the table on Monday, however, only applied to properties in R-1. It also included a daily fine of $1,000 if the properties do not receive a rental license after 30 days.

“I remember saying then, ‘if you don’t have a rental license and you get caught, they ask you to get one,’” Councilman Hartman said. “When are we going to fix the problem?”

Since the city staff cannot implement the fees, it needs to be passed by the mayor and City Council through resolution. Recently, License Inspector Mike Sherman brought it to the Planning and Zoning department’s attention that the fees had not been formally See R-1A Page 3

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By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) While school officials, union representatives and others in attendance didn’t know what to expect when Superintendent Dr. Jerry Wilson delivered the schools’ proposed 2017 budget to the Worcester See WORCESTER Page 8

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R-1A district placed on back burner, for now Continued from Page 1 resolved, according to officials.

The penalty was introduced eight months ago as part of rental control improvements. The new restrictions incorporated suggestions from local Realtors in lieu of creating a new zoning district, dubbed R-1A, that would prohibit rentals of less than 12 months in those neighborhoods.

While the City Council supported the idea of higher fees, as well as a more thorough application for R-1 rentals, there was no ordinance to enforce these measures.

“I don’t believe there was an ordinance rather than an update to the licensing program,” said Zoning Administrator R. Blaine Smith. “The amendments to licensing applications would not be co-defined by this.”

Rental licenses applications now include information that includes text from the zoning code stipulating that R-1 properties can be occupied by no more than four unrelated people. They also state that owners much comply with the housing code’s restrictions on occupancy.

But the applications sent out this year do not include the City Council’s ideas mentioned in September —

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(March 25, 2016) Beginning Monday, March 21, parking in the western parking area next to the Ocean City Senior Center on 41st Street will be restricted, through May 15, while crews work to clean and repaint an adjacent water tower.

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that applicants include on the form the number of bedrooms a unit has, where the property is being advertised, and its advertised total occupancy.

The idea was that listing room and occupancy information would be instrumental in identifying how many occupants are supposed to be on the property.

“I spoke with Mike Sherman, and it’s our intention to visit real estate offices and give them this new form to provide it for property owners and rental agencies,” said Finance Administrator Martha Bennett.

The city staff will also create a map showing where all 175 R-1 zoned properties are located, and allowing neighbors to identify if a short-term property is properly registered.

The majority of the council had assumed that the new restrictions

and fee structure was already being enforced, and was not pleased to discover otherwise.

“I do believe the fee increase is needed and I think this would help if it was done in the whole impact on what we agreed on in September,” Hartman said. “[Raising fees] in just R-1 was not what we discussed.”

Councilwoman Mary Knight also was critical of the fee structure, as well as the resolution’s primary goal of increasing R-1 fees from $116 to $166.

“I’m still going to vote for this, but I don’t think this would accomplish what I hoped it would,” she said.

“The fines proposed would most likely work for landlords of longterm rentals. For a seven-day rental, it wouldn’t help deter noise, trash and parking. As for increasing the fees, I’m not sure how the $50 would

give me a more livable community.”

True to her word, Knight voted to increase the licensing fee on R-1 properties and to apply the fee structure to all rental properties in all districts. The resolution passed 6 - 0 with Councilman Doug Cymek absent.

Zoning officials said that while no steps were taken to protect residential districts from raucous or overcrowded rentals this summer, there is still strong consideration for the R1A district. For now, the fee structure will have to hold up as an enforcement tool for short-term rentals in R-1 neighborhoods.

“I suppose passing the resolution now is better than later,” Councilman Dennis Dare said. “But I ask that we get this issue on a work session soon so we can look at this comprehensively.”

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Local police aim for discretion in enforcement Continued from Page 1 uum.

“I think this is even more impressive because I know statistically we have even more people in town,” she said.

Overall, the impact on residents is calculable Buzzuro said.

“To sum it all up, there are hundreds of people that have not been a victim of crime as in years past,” he said.

Although drug (Controlled Dangerous Substances or CDS) offenses in Ocean City dropped 62 percent in 2015, when there were 820 drug related arrests compared to 1,325 in 2014, heroin activity continues to be

an issue.

“CDS arrests are at some of the lowest levels we’ve ever seen,” he said. “I do want to point out that decimalization of marijuana has had an effect on that.”

Perhaps because of the reduced emphasis on so-called soft drugs such as marijuana, narcotics officers could concentrate their anti-drug efforts elsewhere, leading to their removal of 1.77 pounds of heroin from the resort.

“As you know, heroin for us is a priority and a true concern,” he said.

“They are doing their job in keeping heroin out of our community.”

Unfortunately, not all statistics

Colder temperatures tied to spring spike in OC burglaries Overall arrests for break-ins have been reduced by 68 percent in last two decades

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) While major crime rates are at a 25-year low in Ocean City, the resort is seeing a spike in burglaries this March as compared to this time last year.

According to the Police Commission’s monthly crime report, 21 break-ins have been reported since the beginning of the year. All of the break-ins involved residential properties.

“Many of these instances are actually 4th-degree charges, such as when someone is looking to get out of the cold and find shelter,” Chief Ross Buzzuro said during the commission last Monday.

Burglaries seem to correlate with

colder weeks in some cases. Six break-ins were reported between Jan. 1 and Jan. 7, with low temperatures of 16 degrees. Six other homes were burglarized during the week of Feb. 26 to March 4, when the spring warmth faded.

In contrast to last March, there has been a 110 percent increase in residential burglaries so far this year, according to police statistics.

There were only 11 reported breakins, including 10 homes, those first three months of 2015.

According to the annual crime report released earlier this week, 152 people were charged with burglary last year. The tourist nature of Ocean City must also be taken into consideration in these statistics since a majority of crimes, including break-ins, occurred in the summer months.

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have trended positively. For example, DUI arrests grew by more than 12 percent, jumping from 375 in 2014 to 422 in 2015. Buzzuro said the numbers indicate the vigilance to maintain safe roadways.

“We’re very interested in making sure people on the road are not inebriated,” he said.

Other 2015 highlights mentioned

by Buzzuro included work to enhance security in the public safety building.

“The lobby was fortified to further protect our folks,” he said.

Buzzuro also pointed out the level of grant money received in 2015.

“We were very fortunate this year to receive grants that totaled $648,000,” he said. “That’s kind of converse with what’s going on right now because grants are shrinking.”

Perhaps due in part to finding grant funding, for the past three years the OC police department has come in at least $300,000 under budget. In 2015 the department was cleared for $19.9 million, while actual spending came in at $19.5, for a savings of more than $396,000.

“It’s one thing to be operationally sound, but I often talk about being solvent on all fronts,” he said. “Reducing crime while doing more with less.”

Noting that reduced crime rates should result in fewer arrests, Buzzuro said in his estimation discretion and enforcement goes hand in hand.

“Arresting your way out of a problem isn’t the way to do it,” he said.

“You need to hit it head on and be very deliberate in who needs to be arrested.”

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Continued from Page 5 in burglary-related arrests between 2014 and 2015, according to the report. Measuring today’s statistics against the 481 people who were charged with the crime in 1990, burglary arrests have dropped 68 percent in the last 25 years.

Looking to the resort’s neighboring municipalities, Ocean Pines has investigated seven residential burglaries and two attempted break-ins so far this year. According to Ocean Pines Police Department, 17 home burglaries were reported in 2015.

Thefts from vehicles in the community have doubled from 11 in 2015 to 22 in March 2016, according to Ocean Pines police.

Comparatively, Berlin has seen only two residential break-ins so far.

‘There hasn’t been anything out of the ordinary,” said Berlin Chief of Police Arnold Downing. “We have a lot of neighbors looking out for each other.”

Measuring against 2015 statistics, Berlin has seen nine residential burglaries, three business break-ins and one reported case of forced entry into a local church.

Downing said that the spike in Ocean City’s burglaries could be tied to its identity as a vacation spot. Several people only visit the resort in the summer, leaving their properties vacant months on end.

“If there’s been a string of breakins in Ocean City, I have to ask how many of those residences are secondary homes?” Downing said.

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Potential updates coming for Northside Park policies Rec and Parks would like more freedom to set fees without council approval

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) Proposed updates to Northside Park’s procedures for use by outside groups, as well as fee policies, were examined during the Recreation and Parks Committee meeting last Tuesday.

Susan Petito, director of recreation and parks, said the current policies and procedures were established a quarter century ago and since that time have become outdated.

“The purpose is to take that 1991 document and bring it up to the present,” she said. “We wanted to rewrite procedures up to date on current policies.”

The original procedures were established in response to the installation of athletic fields between 1986-1988 on the north end of the park.

“As new neighbors, we tried to establish policies more specific to the fields adjacent to Montego Bay,” she said.

The proposed changes would include language authorizing Ocean City to prohibit any group that could bring

the resort into public dispute from reserving the park’s public facilities.

A revised approach to instituting fee changes at Northside Park, located on 125th Street, was also discussed.

Presently, the City Council must sign off on each individual adjustment.

“We would like the ability to adjust fees over the course of year,” she said.

“We would like the council to not set these fees in stone but to give us some flexibility.”

The hope is that by closely examining the true costs for various programs the recreation and parks department can maintain a strong bottom line.

“Then you can trust us to operate our business here in rec and parks like we need to,” she said.

Councilman Dennis Dare, while appreciating Petito’s perspective, said the mayor and City Council should be privy to any fee alterations to protect the recreation and parks department from any criticism.

“They can make changes on the fly, but with a policy and procedure on how to do it,” he said.

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Worcester schools, commissioners optimistic Continued from Page 1 County Commissioners Tuesday, they certainly didn’t expect the silence they received.

No questions were asked, no explanations were requested — no further detail of any sort, apart from what Wilson offered in his presentation, was solicited.

Commissioner Chip Bertino, easily the most inquisitive member of the commissioners during public meetings – and one of the school board’s harshest critics – simply shrugged when asked for further comment.

“They gave us something we can work with,” he said.

Commissioner Bud Church, a staunch supporter of the Board of Education to the degree that he voted against the fiscal 2016 budget, largely because of the exclusion of teacher raises, agreed with Bertino.

“It bodes well for them. They presented us with fairly valid concerns,” he said.

Condensing the presentation into about 20 minutes certainly helped, Church said.

“I’m very happy they were pleased with the presentation,” Wilson said following his presentation. “We believe our request is necessary for the school system.”

Beth Shockley-Lynch, president of the Worcester Teacher’s Associa-

tion, shared Wilson’s interpretation fer money between them without adof the commissioners’ attitudes. ditional approval from the commis“They seemed pleased with the sioners. proposal. The working relationship Through negotiations, the teachbetween us has improved, and be- ers’ contractual salary step was recause of that I can safely be opti- stored at the cost of about 30 service mistic.” jobs.

The school offered a proposed opThis year, the schools requested erational spending plan of about about $1.45 million for salary in$102.4 million, an increase of about creases. Wilson said 60 percent of $3.38 million, or 3.4 percent, more staff was eligible for step increases, than last year’s apand the remaining proved amount that 40 percent, who approached $99 were beyond the million. salary steps, were ‘They seemed pleased The approval of eligible for one perlast year’s budget, with the proposal. The working cent increases in which trimmed out base salary. Suprelationship between us pay increases for has improved, and because of posing this inteachers and crease passes, the that I can safely be county staff in light schools requested optimistic.’ of an estimated $22 about $111,000 to million shortfall cover the Federal Beth Shockley-Lynch, between requests president of the Worcester Insurance Contriand revenues, butions Act contriTeacher’s Association sparked “work-tobutions required rule” protests in on those increases. each of the county’s The schools, at 14 public schools. this point, are estiOnce the county approves a mating a 10 percent increase in budget amount, the school board health insurance charges, but won’t and the unions representing the know the final amount until May, at teachers and the service workers’ a proposed cost of $1.36 million. will negotiate where funds are dis- Wilson said 1,000 school employees tributed in 13 separate areas. The participate in the health insurance schools are free to move funds benefits offered by the Board of Edwithin those areas, but cannot trans- ucation.

The state estimated the schools would need to contribute about $162,500 to teacher and employee pensions this year, pursuant to a law passed in 2012 requiring local schools to contribute a portion of the total amount.

Unrelated to personnel, the schools requested $200,000 to continue the i-Ready and Performance Matters software licenses for the next year. These programs, used by thousands of students and hundreds of staff members daily, Wilson said, were previously funded by Race to the Top grants, which have now expired.

Because of a funding formula used by the state to measure wealth, by taking property values and dividing by population, Worcester County has been designated a high wealth area, and so the lion’s share of school funding, cited

by Wilson at 81 percent, comes through local appropriations. The state provides 18 percent, with the final percent coming from other sources.

In other nearby counties, this ratio is reversed, with most of the schools’ funding derived from state rather than county aid.

The final budget will be approved in early June. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for May 3 at Snow Hill High School at 7 p.m.

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By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) The following is a summary of each county department’s requested operational budget reviewed by the Worcester County Commissioners during a special work session on Tuesday. Changes are possible to the department requests before the budget is finalized in early June.

Treasurer The County Treasurer, Phil Thompson, presented a budget with a 1.5 percent increase over last year for his department, and summarized the state of the county’s debt, which increased about two percent from last year.

The main increases to the Treasurer’s Department spending were related to the purchase of new software, according to Thompson, as well as computer equipment.

As for debt service, he reported the county was carrying almost $12 million in bond debt, which he called manageable and no threat to the county’s current bond rating. Last year, the county was able to realize about $800,000 in savings because of renegotiated bond debt based on the county’s favorable rating.

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Department director Ed Tudor said he was happy to present a reduced

budget for the seventh year running, and this year he reported a one percent drop, or almost $15,500, in salary savings because of a personnel reduction.

The commissioners congratulated Tudor on his efforts, and accepted his requested budget.

Economic Development Merry Mears gave her first budget presentation as county economic development director, with an overall reduction of 12 percent, or about $47,000 less than was approved for the previous fiscal year.

Mears said the reduction comes from streamlined operations and an elimination of capital outlays this year.

Elections Due to the inescapable, impending presidential election this November, the Board of Elections is requesting a 7.1 percent increase, or about $60,000 to its operational budget this year.

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The State Highway Administration provided a more detailed rendering of the fence, after Ocean City residents claimed that it would be easy to climb. State officials also built a life-size model to give the public a better idea how tall the barrier would be once installed.

Fence rendering produced to assuage height concerns

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) Despite some disagreement over the Coastal Highway median fence, State Highway Administration representatives and Ocean City officials outnumbered concerned citizens during a public meeting held Wednesday night at the convention center.

People perused the several displays crowding the room, including a new rendering of the barrier, which is designed to look like a sand dune fence.

“It looks just like it would in actuality,” said Councilman Tony DeLuca. “It even has a faux sand base that makes it look more like the beach.”

The proposed fence is at the heart of a project that encourages pedestrians to use city crosswalks, but also has resulted in public criticism. Residents took to Facebook to voice their opinions when the barrier’s first image was released last winter.

To give residents an idea of what the barrier would look like in person, SHA

representatives brought a life-sized model of the fence to the meeting.

“Most people seem to have a problem with the height orientation of the fence,” said SHA project manager John Webster. “We’re still playing around with the design, such as steel versus aluminum.”

The wooden model, built by Webster himself, stood at five-feet tall with slats placed at a 45-degree angle. Officials said that placing the slats at an angle would allow drivers to see through it, but would limit a pedestrian’s view.

“With the 45-degree angle and placing them eight inches apart, you could probably see about four inches of space if you stand perpendicular to it,” Webster said.

Aside from the fence, the project also includes installing LED cobra lights on the median from Route 90 to the convention center. A detailed map illustrated the project’s total scope, including the distance between the new See SKEPTICS Page 12

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State’s Attorney Beau Oglesby, Worcester County’s State’s Attorney, requested a two-percent increase of about $27,000 in his fiscal 2017 request for pre-approved increases to personnel.

Oglesby had originally requested two positions, but based on the strength of the applicants sought to increase his request to three. However, one of the applicants accepted another job, reducing the request back to its original.

Human Resources Director Stacey Norton, also delivering her first budget request, is seeking

an increase of two percent, or about $6,000, mainly to realign department objectives with her goals since taking the helm of the department last year.

Parks and Recreation Director Paige Hurley outlined approximately 13 percent in increases for the Parks department, which includes an additional $100,000 in Project Open Space funding.

On the Recreation side, Hurley requested a 3.8 percent increase, which would go to funding personnel, he said.

Circuit Court The department requested a onepercent increase of about $11,000 from last year’s approved amount, because of grant programs.

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Commissioners act quickly to change employee benefits Savings estimated at $1M by adding stop-loss policy, adjusting pharmaceuticals

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) Acting on a recommendation from the county’s Health Benefits Committee, the Worcester County Commissioners voted 5-0, with two absent, on Tuesday to implement three recommendations that could significantly limit the impact of expected annual increases in benefit costs, starting July 1.

During the budget work session, the commissioners used the venue of an advertised meeting and established quorum to approve the time-sensitive change, County Attorney Maureen Howarth said. Commissioners Merrill Lockfaw and Joe Mitrecic were absent.

According to Stacey Norton, county human resources director, the county’s renewal with provider CareFirst provided for a 10.5 percent increase to benefit costs for fiscal 2017. The county’s benefits consultant, PSA Financials, was able to negotiate the increase down to 10 percent, Norton said.

After a review of the current offerings, she explained, the consultants were able to identify three changes that could reduce the costs further — closer to a 4.6 percent increase, or almost $1 million in savings.

The catch was that CareFirst would need to be notified of these changes by April 1 in order for the changes to be implemented for fiscal 2017, or July 1, 2016. The commissioners’ next regularly scheduled public meeting — the venue usually reserved for these decisions — is April 5, requiring the commissioners to take quick action before the deadline.

The first of the three changes is ex-

panding the county’s existing stop-loss coverage policy on medical claims to include pharmacy claims. Worcester County, Norton said, had a $250,000 ceiling on medical claims, meaning the county was only responsible for the first $250,000 of medical costs. After the threshold, CareFirst picks up the balance.

The change to include pharmacy costs adds about $74,600 to the premium, Norton said, but after examining the first six months of fiscal 2016’s claims she discovered that the county had already spent about $67,000 on two claims that would have exceeded the threshold.

The second change institutes a mandatory generic drug program, which is expected to provide about $423,000 in savings within fiscal 2017, she said. She added that brand-name drugs would still be available to county employees, but for increased cost.

The third adjustment, expected to generate about $488,000 in savings during fiscal 2017, excludes 110 brand-name drugs from coverage, although alternatives are available, Norton said. Participants can purchase the brand-name drugs for an additional fee, she said, and this change is expected to affect 360 participants, or 7.74 percent of county employees enrolled in the benefits program.

The list, updated annually, includes medications for depression, allergies, diabetes and high blood pressure medications, along with a host of others.

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“They would be about 200 feet apart,” said Councilman Dennis Dare while examining the map. “The higher and more intense lights would help motorists see people crossing. It’d go a long way in making people safe.”

Aside from gaining the City Council’s approval, SHA representatives seemed to achieve their goal of informing citizens who attended the meeting.

“I was skeptical at first when I saw the first image. I figured, it will save a life, which is the main point,” said Tom Park, an Ocean City property owner.

Now that he’s seen all of SHA’s information, particularly the new rendering, he supports the fence.

“It now looks more realistic. I see it’s an improvement, and it’s very attractive” Park, 71, said.

Others came into the public meeting more critical of the dune-style fence and left in a different mindset.

“I thought it was a waste of money. It would be something nice, but not necessary,” said H.C. Hunter, an Ocean Pines resident. “But now I see that they’re not investing all the money and time at once. They’re doing it in phases.”

According to the SHA, the preliminary investigation on the median project would be finished in April, with a complete design finished in September. Construction along Coastal Highway is slated to begin in January 2017.

Hunter said she was also impressed with the SHA’s overall presentation.

“They really met my expectations with answering questions,” she said. “[The fence] looks great, and it would help with safety. You can’t consider everything, but it’s a start.”

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Sheriff’s Dept. looks to grow Worcester County office seeks $7.6 million for new deputy hires and vehicles during work session

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) Maintaining appropriate staffing is the primary focus of a nearly 14 percent budget increase requested by the Worcester County Sheriff’s Department at a Worcester County Commissioners work session on Tuesday.

Sheriff Reggie Mason told the commissioners his department last added officers in 2009 and he needs to hire six new deputies to address fatigue and morale concerns. Additional costs for training, along with new computers, vehicles and equipment would also be incurred if the new hires were approved. “Some of the people are already trained and ready to go,� he said.

Overall the sheriff’s office, which was approved for a budget of $6.7 million during fiscal year 2016, is asking for $7.6 million for fiscal year 2017, which begins on July 1. This is an increase of $914,202.

Ed Schreier, sheriff’s department public information officer, said the proposed hires would be instrumental to lessen the current staff’s load. “To say that they’re overworked is an understatement,� he said.

The budget request includes a 54 percent increase in overtime pay, which was at more than $237,000 for FY16, and could grow to more than $366,000 for FY17 if approved by the county commissioners.

Cdr. Mike McDermott pointed out that inadequate staffing reduces response time and increases overtime hours. He also noted that, unlike the Ocean City Police, his department does not hire seasonally. “We don’t hire an extra 25 deputies and put them on the road,� he said.

In addition to backing up police departments from small towns in Worcester County, ongoing growth in West Ocean City, among other places, have increased the calls for service, McDermott said. “We’ve watched other agencies get in-

creases,� he said.

In private conversations with county employees, Mason said he has heard of inequitable financial incentives. “One gets a raise and the other gets nothing,� he said. “New hires in the county are getting the same salary as those here for three years.�

From his estimation, Mason said potential recruits are attracted by the county’s benefits package, not the starting salary. “I have no one in my department making over $100,000,� he said.

The sheriff’s department has also requested a budget increase of $287,441 to purchase five replacement patrol vehicles, along with new rides for the six proposed deputy hires. Among a number of car or SUV options, Mason had a clear preference. “I want (Chevrolet) Tahoe’s for our department,� he said.

Noting that the Tahoe model provides an adequate amount of ground clearance as compared to others under consideration, Mason also said that two officer-involved accidents might have been fatal if they had not been driving a larger SUV. “The small SUV (Ford) Explorers are OK for detectives,� he said.

As a matter of cost, the 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe tops the list at approximately $35,490.

This is followed by the 2015 Chevrolet Caprice at a cost of $29,600, which is closely followed by the 2015 Ford Police Utility at $28,496.

Rounding out the selections is the 2015 Dodge Charger at a cost of $27,876.

In addition to the eight-inch ground clearance provided by the Tahoe, which tops the 6.4-inch allowance with the Ford SUV, the sheriff’s office also found improved gas mileage and lower repair records in evidence.

Over a one-year test period, the police found a Chevrolet Tahoe, at 15.6 MPG, to be more efficient than a Ford Crown Victoria, which registered 12.5 MPG. Also maintenance cost up to 125,000 miles was considerably lower for the Tahoe at $2,675, than the Crown Victoria, which totaled $5,217.

The county commissioners’ next budget work session is scheduled for April 12. There will also be a budget session public hearing on May 3 at Snow Hill High School at 7 p.m.

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City staff reconsiders asking prices on tents Three companies submit bids thousands more than what resort had budgeted

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) The price for various tents was pitched higher than city officials expected last Tuesday, and now Ocean City has to find some ways to cut some corners.

Companies submitted bids ranging from $300,000 to $432,000 for tents used at the upcoming Springfest, as well as this year’s Sunfest, Arts Alive and Winterfest. The lowest offer is $88,000 more than what the resort originally planned to spend.

“That is a huge, huge, huge disparity [to what’s in the budget],” said Councilman Tony DeLuca during the council work session after City Manager Doug Miller opened the bids.

Three companies submitted offers for the project: Tents For Rent of Webster, Massachusetts, All Seasons Event Rental of Kansas City, Kansas and Select Event Group of Laurel, Maryland.

Select Event, which has been the resort’s tent provider for about eight years, offered the lowest bid of $303,019.20. Tents For Rent submitted a $317,750 bid, and All Sea-

sons Events placed a bid of minimum wind load for each struc$432,230.40. ture. Watching the poles come off a According to the city Procure- tent is a scary thing.” ment Manager Catrice Parsons, Liability protection aside, officials Ocean City set aside $215,000 for said that the current state of the the big tops this fiscal year. The sea- economy also played into the rising sonal festivals comprise the majority prices in the tent market. Five years of the estimate, with tents for Sun- earlier, special event companies fest set at were struggling $79,000 and and they drove Springfest at the costs down to $78,250. Winter- ‘There’s a liability of setting them. stay in business.

The tent companies are trained fest tents were “Today, it’s predicted to cost the opposite side to handle and anchor these $54,000. The reof the coin. I properly. We would have to ask maining $750 don’t like what Public Works to learn how to do I’m seeing, but it was to be spent this. If it’s not done well, then on covering the is what it is,” annual arts show, Miller said. people could be hurt’ Arts Alive.

In the fiscal Special Events Director “Frank [Miller, year 2015, Ocean Frank Miller special events diCity spent rector] did expect $208,777 on all this to be the tents for the case, since there are specific require- tourist-attracting events. ments needed,” Parsons told the City Despite seeing the large discrepCouncil. ancy between what was budgeted Those requirements include sev- and what companies are charging, eral safety precautions, such as how the city staff is confident that a coma tent could stand up against Ocean promise can be reached.

City’s occasional excessive wind “We’re going to try and get the gusts and other inclement weather. pricing down through negotiations.

“Snow can build up easily on the There’s an option about taking Arts Winterfest tents’ tops. We need to Alive out of the bid request, since it’s know if the canvas can stand that,” such a small scope of work,” Miller Miller said. “There’s also got to be a said.

Tents for the arts festival could be handled by a local vendor to save money.

Since Arts Alive and the other festivals are annual events, Ocean City could purchase the tents and just pitch them whenever they are needed. But owning a big top produces more questions than answers.

“There’s a liability of setting them. The tent companies are trained to handle and anchor these properly,” Miller said. “We would have to ask Public Works to learn how to do this. If it’s not done well, then people could be hurt.”

Even when done with professionals, set up and take down is time consuming. According to Select Event Group’s Vice President of Sales Carmen Trimboli, it takes two days for a team of eight employees to set up a structure tent.

There’s also a matter of storing and maintaining the canvas and poles when the resort is not using them. The tent companies have warehouses to store the materials, as well as the means to wash and stitch the canvas as needed.

“There’s too many questions if we bought them, not to mention the cost,” Miller said. “A free-standing structure could cost a million for these events. It’s too cost prohibitive.”

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Resort amends FY16 budget Ordinance recognizes $33 million increase this fiscal year, residents argue town stockpiling reserves

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) After a lengthy give-andtake discussion between the public and city officials Monday night, the mayor and City Council adopted an amendment to the fiscal 2016 budget in a 5 – 1 vote. Councilman Matt James was the sole dissenter and Councilman Doug Cymek was absent.

The ordinance will increase Ocean City’s annual budget from $124 million to $157 million, as well as recognizing that the fund balance is $1.9 million above the reserve policy of 15 percent of expenses.

When the amendment was first presented earlier this month, Budget Manager Jennie Knapp assured the council that the budget’s additional $33 million would not effect taxpayers, since the money was already in the city’s coffers, just not recorded in the operating budget.

Even so, the six councilmembers spent roughly a half hour listening to citizens take issue with that claim.

Among the speakers was former councilman Vince Gisriel, who thought the money should be returned to the citizens instead of building up the resort’s reserves. Citing the comprehensive annual financial report, he said that Ocean City had at $4.8 million more than the reserve policy last fiscal year.

Over the past five fiscal years, Gisriel calculated that the resort had an average of 19.26 percent of the expenses.

“That roughly comes out to 17 cents on the tax rate, that theoretically could have been reduced over the five budget years,” he said.

Gisriel also pointed out that from 2004 to 2010, the average reserves were kept around 12 percent.

“You’ve been building reserves exorbitantly somewhat, and it might be wise to revisit this.

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Following public comments, Knapp said that the $1.9 million increase in the reserve would be used on maintenance projects for Northside Park, street paving and dredging the canal.

Councilwoman Mary Knight addressed concerns about stockpiling reserve money by pointing out that the funds could be used for natural disasters.

“When I went to a hurricane conference a while ago, I remember thinking a 12 percent reserve was enough,” Knight said. “Other municipalities were surprised at that rate. If a hurricane hits, you’re going to need that money fast.”

Another speaker, Ellie Dieglmann told the council there could also be a government oversight, as last year she found an error in last year’s retirement savings fund. She noted that this budget amendment recognizes $402,000 in retirement savings.

“This is getting way out of hand. I’m sure it’s a lot of oversight and it’s a lot of reading that no one had time to do,” Dieglmann said. “I beg you to please study these numbers again and reconsider.”

Knight later said that she does have the time to study the budget increase, but she also relies the city staff’s expertise.

“I almost take it as an insult that some people aren’t doing their jobs and that I have to oversee that. I have trust in the people who worked on this 10 hour a day,” she said.

To illustrate why there would be no affect on taxes, Knapp broke down the $33 million budget increase, item by item. Roughly $18 million of the total comes from a selling a bond last December to finance several years’ worth of water and sewer system improvements.

The remaining $15 million can be accounted for through grants, capital projects, the energy performance contract and prior year purchase orders.

“The general fund budget has stayed at or below $80 million since 2009. Contribution from taxes has been reduced from 60 percent then to less than 56 percent in the fiscal year 2016 budget,” Knapp said. “Although the general fund has stayed the same, we have made every effort to reduce spending.”

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County approves Frontier Town expansion Berlin campsite now able to develop 36 acres, Parsons parcel re-zoned for project

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) After gaining the endorsement of the Planning Commission and earning favorable reports as well as uneventful public hearings, both Frontier Town and the Parsons property have been rezoned, allowing each project to proceed.

Frontier Town sought and was granted A-2 Agricultural zoning from C-2 Commercial, which, officials said, was a little bit unusual. However, since A-2 allows campgrounds as special exception, where C-2 does not, the reasoning becomes clear.

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.

Currently, the property is used for stables and other facilities supporting Frontier Town operations.

The intention of the rezoning, according to attorney Hugh Cropper, is to expand the existing campground at Frontier Town. A side effect of the rezoning, Cropper maintained, is that the property will be protected from heavier commercial development.

According to Jon Colman, executive vice president of Sun Communities, the Michigan-based company that bought Frontier Town, Fort Whaley and another camp located in Florida for $76.2 million last summer, plans for the expansion have not

been made final. Colman said he expects to know more later this year.

Sun Communities operates 250 communities in 30 states and serves more than 150,000 residents and guests. Colman said last year the purchase including Frontier Town is the company’s third in the area. Two years ago, it purchased Castaways near the Ocean City Airport.

Frontier Town opened in 1959 as a Wild West theme park featuring 70 cowhands, rodeo riders, Native Americans and actors, according to the park’s website. The need to house these performers led to the advent of the campground in 1963.

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OC Council moves Boardwalk lottery forward Ordinance that regulates performers passes initial reading despite criticism

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) The ordinance that creates a lottery drawing that will assign spaces for Boardwalk performers pushed through first reading this week, but one councilmember foresaw some glitches in the new system.

“I’m going to move this forward with the assumption that we’ll be discussing this again when summer is over,” said Councilman Dennis Dare. “We made some tweaks to it already, and we’ll be making some tweaks next time.”

Last summer, the mayor and City

Council sought to control the proliferation of performers on the Boardwalk from Ninth Street south by creating 32 prime spaces along that stretch. The spaces ranged in size from 25 to 100 square feet (performers could perform north of Ninth Street with fewer restrictions). The ordinance, which was implemented in July, allowed for signups at any given time beginning at 9 a.m.

That ordinance, however, created a competitive atmosphere and led to entertainers camping in front of City Hall at night so they could get the first shot at registering one of the best locations.

As a result, Boardwalk task force chairman Greg Shockley suggested abandoning the “first come first serve” method in favor of the lottery earlier this month.

Spaces would be decided in weekly drawings for two different periods: Monday through Thursday and Friday through Sunday. Drawings would also be divided into two categories, the first for performers who require a 10-foot by 10-foot space, and the second for spaces of other sizes. Any 100-square-foot spaces left over from the first drawing would be included in the second drawing.

Dare expressed concern that this system would open the door to people passing judgment on what size space a performer would need.

“I think that puts the staff in a position to make a subjective decision that may not be not well defended,” he said.

Dare also was doubtful that it would be necessary to regulate the

Boardwalk from the suggested dates of May 1 to Sept. 15.

“I’m not so sure it’s necessary to do that in May and September,” he said. “We have the statics for September, but we don’t have any for May.” The ordinance also includes the stipulation that no performer can have the same street end during a two-week period. Entertainers also prohibited from bringing items that exceed six feet above the ground except umbrellas for sunshade. Umbrellas cannot have signs and must be removed by sundown.

Vacant spaces can be reserved until Friday at 3 p.m. of that same week, according to the ordinance.

Spaces can also be shared between two performers until the selection period closes on Friday.

The amendment passed to second reading in a 6 - 0 vote, with Councilman Doug Cymek absent. Second reading for the Boardwalk ordinance will be held on April 4.

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Golf course spray irrigation project to launch this winter Turf work at Eagle’s Landing scheduled after summer to accommodate pin seekers

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) The latest updates on a spray irrigation project that is closer to launching at Ocean City’s Eagle’s Landing Golf Course were reviewed at the Recreation and Parks Committee meeting last Tuesday.

The project will allow wastewater from the county’s Mystic Harbor treatment plant to be sprayed on portions of the golf course property.

John Ross, Worcester County’s deputy director of public works, said following a few tweaks the project should go out to bid sometime next month.

“We have to modify the bidding specs because its federal money,” he said. “Then we just have to decide when we’re going to put it out to bid.”

Councilman Dennis Dare questioned whether there might be some method to prequalify bidders before soliciting their offers.

Ross explained that contractors would have to submit their qualifications, which would accompany bid proposals.

Joe Perry, Eagle’s Landing golf course superintendent, said these would be closely examined for an appropriate match.

“We have qualifications not just for how many golf courses they’ve done, but with this exact technology,” he said.

Despite the seemingly exacting standards, the spray irrigation project has received a lot of interest from numerous contractors, Perry said.

The plans call for treated effluent to be piped from the county’s Mystic Harbor plan to address irrigation needs at the golf course.

“We have to get wastewater up to you so you can spray it,” Ross said.

The golf course will continue to use holding ponds for any wastewater not immediately used.

Perry said the pond levels and pumping capacities would require further study to determine optimal operating capacity.

“How much storage do we need to make it function like we want,” he said. “I’m expecting our design work by this summer.”

To avoid interfering with the links this summer, Ross said the project wouldn’t kick off before November.

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Seasonal recruits return to OCPD full time Stricter training regiment in place for summer hires as precursor for long-term spot

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) Between the stricter qualifications and the current climate of law enforcement, the Ocean City Police Department has seen a 29 percent drop in overall seasonal recruitments this year.

But in this case, choosing from a smaller pool of officers and public safety aides (PSAs) is better, since these candidates often move on to full-time positions.

“We have nearly 100 year-round officers at this time, and approximately five full-time officers did not begin their career here as a seasonal officer,” said Police Public Affairs Specialist Lindsay Richard. “As for full-time civilian staff, we have 27 members at a time. I would say about a third of those were once seasonal officers or PSAs.” When the final recruitment test concluded in February, 319 candidates were left standing out of the original 496 applicants. The total applicant pool breaks down to 206 potential officers and 113 PSAs still in the running.

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PSAs passed the testing weekend out of the original 152 applicants for that job. Of the initial 510 applicants for a job as a seasonal police officer, only 229 candidates made it through the testing weekend.

Richard said the police are on track to hire about 70 officers, which was the same amount that was brought on last summer.

Compared to last year, there is 10 percent drop in recruits who pass training, suggesting that the new restrictions are culling those who do not measure up to the police’s standards.

“It’s a great opportunity if you think you want to do this,” said Pfc. Eddie Newcomb, who was a seasonal PSA in 2000. “There’s some people who go through the six-month academy and aren’t sure if they want to do it. At that point, they invested a lot of time.”

An Ocean City native, Newcomb grew up watching bicycle officers patrol the resort, and thought it looked cool. Before he became a seasonal PSA, he interned with the police department during his senior year at Worcester Technical High School.

The summer after he graduated, he applied for the seasonal program.

“There wasn’t a ‘ah-ha’ moment. I just grew up knowing this is what I wanted to do,” he said.

Newcomb said that his seasonal PSA training was not as detailed as the officer preparation, since he worked in the booking department.

“I searched and transferred the detainees. In essence, you’re a corrections officer. I had a lot of responsibility,” he said. “It was eyeopening.”

Newcomb, now 34, has worked full time with OCPD since 2001.

As for seasonal officers training, retired policeman Barry Neeb said that teaching recruits has gotten more demanding than what it was when he signed up for the program in 1980.

“It’s two weeks of training, and the bulk of it is out in the field with your training officer. It’s nowhere near as intense as it is now,” Neeb said, who has been training recruits since 2007.

He had a 30-year long career as a fulltime officer, which shortly began after he finished his stint in the summer program. Neeb still teaches the recruits on a part-time basis.

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Continued from Page 21 ginning to end. I was put in situations check, a written test and a physical where I had to make critical decisions test. The exercise exam includes a that affected the outcome. It’s a lot of 220-yard run, completing an obstacle pressure, but it gave me confidence,” course and a simulated body-drag. If Neeb said. candidates make it through that, they Ocean City’s seasonal officer and undergo an extensive interview, psy- PSA program only gives those who chology evaluation and polygraph pass muster a taste of what it’s like to test. work with the police department. ReThe summer recruitment hiring cruits have to attend a six-month process is identical to those of hiring academy before becoming a fullfor full-time positions in other Mary- fledged member of the OCPD. land agencies, ac“At the end of the cording to officials. six months, you’re Neeb applied for ‘I was put in situations where I not 100 percent prethe seasonal propared. But it’s supgram when he was had to make critical decisions posed to give you that affected the outcome.’ experience to han21 years old, following his graduation dle what else is deBarry Neeb at Mercyhurst Colmanded of you in lege. That summer that situation,” he participated in foot pursuits, ar- Neeb said. rests, crimes in progress and reThe Ocean City Police Departsponding to a scene of a fatal ment’s summer recruitment program accident. also opens the doors to other oppor“That stuck with me. Human be- tunities. Neeb said that the departings naturally shudder away from ment holds a job fair that invites 35 to this,” Neeb said. “This is a job where 40 other agencies, including federal you confront situations like that and agencies, in the tri-state area. forced to realize what happened - and “That says a lot about this program that you can make society better.” and who participates,” he said. “You During his time in the seasonal always hear people say that kids are program, he never wanted the sum- not as good as they were when they mer to end. were younger. That’s not true. I see “It just changed me from the be- them through this process every day.”

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Theft reported at OC Jamboree Police believe personal property was removed from theater in February

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) According to the court-mandated monthly receiver report prepared by Gray and Associates, the firm preparing the former OC Jamboree theater for auction in late April, someone removed personal property from the building in February.

According to the report, the receiver “… identified agents of the borrower that removed the property, and sought and received the return of the property and/or pro-

ceeds of the sales conducted by said agent …”

Lt. Ed Schreier, public information officer for the Worcester County Sheriff’s office, confirmed a detective had been contacted and was investigating the incident until a deal was struck between the receiver “and the federal government” to pursue a civil solution to the matter, linking the owners of OC Jamboree to the incident.

The listed owners are David Weatherholtz Jr., who was arrested in December 2014 and indicted in January 2015 on federal charges of false imprisonment, assault and sexual offenses. Also listed as owners of the West Ocean City property were Michael Weatherholtz of

Trenton, New Jersey, and Elaine Weatherholtz, also of Trenton. She is listed as an individual and as a representative of the estate of David Weatherholtz Sr. O.C. Entertainment Group Inc. is also listed as an owner, care of David Weatherholtz Jr., with a given address of the Chesapeake Detention Facility in Baltimore, where he is awaiting trial.

The report said the receiver recovered $7,406.98 “representing restitution of proceeds of sales conducted by agents of the Borrower,” and received other items “removed by agents of the Borrower.”

Phone calls to Gray and Associates seeking comment were not returned.

MARCH 25, 2016

Wor. County offices closed for Easter holiday, open Mon. Includes recreation center, five libraries, liquor control

(March 25, 2016) Worcester County government offices, including all five Library branches, Liquor Control administrative offices and the recreation center, will be closed Friday, March 25, for the Good Friday holiday, and will resume standard hours of operation Monday, March 28.

Shore Spirits retail liquor stores and the Liquor Control Warehouse will be open during standard operating hours.

The Central Landfill in Newark will be closed Friday, March 25, but will be open, Saturday, March 26.

The Central Landfill is closed on Sundays.

The holiday hours for the Homeowner Convenience Centers in Berlin, Pocomoke and Snow Hill are as follows: Friday, March 25 – closed; Saturday, March 26 – open; and Sunday, March 27 – closed.

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Seacrets to bring speakeasy feel to new distillery tours Opening June 29, facility harkens to 1920s Chicago

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) The course has been set for Seacrets Distillery tours — not for the sand, sun and fun of Jamaica, which has been the staple image of the Ocean City hotspot since it opened — but for a different place and time, namely, Prohibition-era Chicago.

Owner Leighton Moore said the distillery, still being constructed, would open on June 29, 2016 to coincide with the opening dates of the original bar in 1988, and the Morely Hall nightclub in 2001. Moore said he hired Brian Sharpe, a bartender at Seacrets for the past five years, to manage the tour operations.

Sharpe, an easygoing, gregarious young man with a quick smile, outgoing attitude and a tangle of dreadlocks knotted on the back of his head, said he couldn’t have been more surprised by the announcement.

“My jaw just hit the floor,” Sharpe said. “I’m very excited and unbelievably grateful. Leighton is a visionary — he’s always trying to expand the visitors’ experiences and give people something else to do while they’re in

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The Seacrets Distillery, expected to open June 29, is still being built near the entrance of the Ocean City hotspot on 49th Street. The distillery will have a Prohibition-era Chicago theme, down to the tour guides who will be wearing arm garters, suspenders and vests.

town.”

The tours continue that vision, somewhat incongruously, but no less complete than what already exists on 49th Street.

The décor — from doorknobs to lighting fixtures to the doors themselves — are all period pieces from the era when alcohol was more easily found in homeowners’ bathtubs than in aisles of grocery stores.

“The whole thing is an exhibit,” Sharpe said.

Sharpe said the tours, all costing

$15, will take visitors on a 45-minute journey mirroring the experience of a piece of grain as it enters the facility as corn, for example, and exiting as alcohol, just in a more comfortable environment.

Leading the tours are guides decked out in period costume: arm garters, suspenders, vests — everything but handlebar mustaches, Sharpe said.

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Sharpe named manager of Moore’s new liquor venture Continued from Page 25 in on a period time clock salvaged from a warehouse in Chicago, Sharpe said. From there the journey begins as groups of about 17 people at a time are first led around the holding room where grain is stored, into the mash pots, where milled grain is mixed with other ingredients and heated to become wort. Next, the mixture is distilled, separating alcohol from the other ingredients and macerated, or added to flavorings and allowed to rest for a time.

“Some of the spirits sit in the tanks for more than two weeks,” Sharpe said, before the mixture is bottled and packaged for sale.

The tours are configured in the distillery and led in a figure-eight pattern so guests won’t be too close to each other while the visitation continues.

The last stop on the tour is the boutique tasting room, featuring Prohibition era speakeasy flair — a door with a grill and grate and a suitably mannered bouncer barring entry.

“The tour guide will give the password, and you’re in,” Sharpe said.

“We haven’t decided on the password yet.”

The guide then becomes the server, and participants, using their timecard, can place orders for any

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three samples.

“When they come into Seacrets after the tour they’ll already have a great idea of what they like and what they’ll want to try,” he said.

Because of the terms of the liquor license, the distillery can only offer its spirits two ways: cold or neat.

“We can’t offer mixes, just three samples. No cocktails yet,” he said.

The tour ends after the samples are finished but close to where it started, namely, near the entrance of Seacrets. Once guests clock out on their timecards, they become coupons good for 10 percent off the on-site Atlantic Beverage Center or gift shop.

“I love being a part of this and want it to be special,” Sharpe said.

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POLICE/COURTS

Drunk driving crash William Habas, 24, of Delmar, Delaware, was arrested on Sunday for crashing his car while under the influence of alcohol.

Upon arrival, Maryland State Police from the Berlin Barrack said the scene on Route 90 indicated Habas drove off the right side of the road and struck a guardrail.

According to the report, Habas was not injured, but failed a series of field sobriety tests and was arrested for driving under the influence.

Additionally, Habas was charged with negligent driving and driving while impaired.

Theft A trooper from the Berlin barrack arrested Taysha Maddox, 26, of Salisbury and Johnette Huntley, 24, of Princess Anne, Maryland, for theft on March 15.

According to the report, the trooper went to a local store in West Ocean City while Maddox and Huntley were in the process of allegedly shoplifting clothing.

They were arrested, taken to the Maryland State Police Berlin Barrack, given criminal citations and released.

Possession of drugs Brett Owen, 33, of Ocean City was arrested on March 7 for possession of a controlled dangerous substance with intent to distribute.

On Jan. 22, a detective was assigned to investigate a sexual assault case against Owen that involved a victim who said she woke up nude in his bed with no recollection of having travelled to his residence. The report said she might have been drugged and sexually assaulted by Owen.

Later that same day, police acted on a search warrant for his residence and seized a number of items they believed were related to the sexual assault investigation.

According to the report, a container held multiple baggies with a white powdery substance, several over-thecounter medication bottles with 93 multicolored tablets and hundreds of

“jeweler’s bags” in various sizes were all located in his home.

Police reported the items were taken to the Maryland State Police laboratory where it was determined Owen was in possession of 2.46 grams of cocaine and 89 methamphetamine pills.

Owen was arrested and charged with two counts of possession of a controlled dangerous substance, possession of a controlled dangerous substance with intent to distribute and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Assault Gerard Diem, 75, of Ocean City was arrested on March 3 for assaulting an Ocean City police officer and resisting arrest.

An officer attempted to pull over the car Diem was in for speeding, but the driver apparently refused and attempted to flee until reaching a dead end, the report stated.

During an investigation into the suspended license of the driver, Diem attempted to leave the car and swatted at the officer when told to stay in the vehicle, according to the report.

Police reported Diem would not allow anyone to handcuff him, assaulted the officer for a second time and was almost shot with a taser before being arrested by additional officers who arrived on the scene.

Concealing weapon Ocean City police officers were assisting with a crash involving two cars when Christopher Janczak, 27, of Baltimore allegedly started screaming obscenities towards them while walking down Coastal Highway on March 13.

A driver of one vehicle asked the officer if she could put her window up to avoid hearing Janczak and his vulgar comments, the report stated.

Police reported Janczak attempted to flee the area before being stopped and arrested for disorderly conduct.

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Neighbors take HVAC unit dispute to BZA Appeals board asks Caine Woods residents to resolve conflict on device’s location

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) When two neighbors appeared before Board of Zoning Appeals two weeks ago to argue about a HVAC unit’s location, there was only one thing that most parties could agree on.

“There needs to be a conversation between the property owners,” said board member Chris Rudolf to Caine Woods residents Dennis Ward and Jean Shacklebolt during the March 11 meeting. “It doesn’t seem to be the most earth-shattering thing to happen.”

Ward, who lives in the 1400 block

of Fiesta Road, applied for an afterthe-fact variance to keep his air conditioning unit in the side yard, rather than move it to a new location. According to the meeting agenda, keeping the unit there would provide a maximum setback of four inches instead of the city code’s required three feet.

According to Ward, he has had no problems with the six-year old HVAC unit, which is a combination of air handler and compressor, since he bought the property in 2014. He had the unit inspected in August and November that year.

“The unit was installed in 2010, prior to purchase, and the footprint that it’s in is the same one it’s been when it’s been installed,” Ward told the board. “What’s new about it is that I had regular maintenance and

there was some recommendation of changes.”

The pad the unit was sitting on was worn out, causing the HVAC to lean slightly to the left, and the condensation drain was clogged since it sat too close to the ground. The company had recommended that the pad be slightly elevated to create more room for the drain.

“What’s new about it is the form it’s sitting on. It’s been taking up the same space for six years. It only elevated 12 inches, and [the company] might have moved it a few inches,” he said.

His next-door neighbor, Shacklebolt, thought otherwise.

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Shacklebolt has lived on Fiesta road for about 38 years, and she estimates distance between residences is 16 feet. The previous owners had kept the unit behind the house, until it was moved to the side yard. Since then, she said, it has been causing flooding issues.

“The side of my house is a storage area, and I go back and forth to it.

They re-vented it so the flow is puddling around my doorway,” Shacklebolt said.

She said that the unit’s positioning requires her to sacrifice use of her land.

“To service it, now they have to stand on my property. I just want some peace and quiet,” she added.

According to Ward, the HVAC unit is in its most practical location, since the opposite side has a smaller access point because of a porch and an outside shower.

“Could it be put in the back? Yes, but it’s not ideal. Heat and air should be in the center of the property so it blows air symmetrically,” Ward said.

Ward also countered that the condensation drain had been providing the same amount of drainage in the last six years.

“If she approached me about this, all of this could have been avoided.

We’ve never had a conversation about this. If it’s really that much trouble, I’d be willing to suck up the expense and move it back the way it was,” he said.

After closing the public meeting, the Board voted 3 – 0 to deny the variance, with members Bruce Kennington and Alfred Harrison absent.

“We have to have a practical difficulty or hardship for this, and I don’t see either of those in this situation,” Rudolf said. “Hopefully, you can get together and determine what’s best for all of you and figure this out sooner than later.”

Shacklebolt and Ward met outside the council chambers for the remaining 40 minutes of the Appeals to discuss the HVAC unit.

MARCH 25, 2016

OBITUARIES HARRIET M. GRADY Ocean Pines Harriet M. Grady, age 84, of Ocean Pines, Maryland, passed away on March 15, 2016.

Born in Boston on April 22, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Everett and Margaret Knowlton.

Harriet enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, and being a member of Community Church at Ocean Pines.

She is survived by her husband, Robert Grady; children, Robert Grady and his wife, Janine, Michael Grady and his wife, Nancy, Maureen Stage and her husband, Jim, Susan Ballard and her husband, Michael and Kathy Fowler and her husband, Jim; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

She is predeceased by her brother, Everett Knowlton.

Her memorial service will be held Saturday, March 26, 2016 at noon at Community Church at Ocean Pines, 11227 Race Track Rd., Berlin, Maryland 21811.

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

Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home.

Letters of condolence may be shared with the family at Burbage@BurbageFuneralHome.co m.

PATRICIA A. “PAT” GRIFFITH West Ocean City Patricia A. “Pat” Griffith, 74, died Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at Atlantic General Hospital, Berlin, Maryland.

She was a longtime resident of Mt. Airy, Maryland, until she retired and moved to West Ocean City and became the original Fancy Beach Pat Griffith Lady. She was the loving and devoted wife to the late Edward Griffith, Jr., whom she married Sept. 26, 1959.

Born Sept. 13, 1941 in Baltimore, she was the daughter of the late Doris H. Landgraf Slivecky and John Kutcher.

Surviving are her children, Eddie “Sonny” (Carolyn) Griffith, Robin Griffith (Kevin) Grove and Lisa (Richard) Griffith; grandchildren, Ricky Harrison, Brandon Harrison, Marshall Hanselman, Kari Calhoun, Kevin Griffith, Kelli Griffith, Ty Griffith and Lydia Griffith; great-grandchildren, Lily, Charlotte, Ally, Ava, Ana, Brandon, Jr., Alyssa, Kalleigh, Kevin, Jr., Steven and Krista; sister, Helen Fader Arthur; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by a son, George Griffith, in 2015.

She was a proud graduate of TCHS of Baltimore. Her long career in the banking industry was marked by numerous promotions, awards and achievements. She was an inspiring woman of God whose faith ran deep and was reflected in every aspect of

Ocean City Today her life. She was a member of St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church in Union Bridge, Maryland and a member of the Holy Savior/St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Ocean City, where she was a member of the Sodality of the Blessed Virgin Mary Group.

Pat’s life was a testament to the true meaning of family. She cherished her family above all else and was happiest when surrounded by her loved ones. She enjoyed celebrating at family gatherings, reading, gardening, debating politics and her outings with her fellow Fancy Beach Ladies; Helen, Nancy, and Char and as a member of the Seaside Red Hatters.

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Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at the Stauffer Funeral Home in Mt. Airy.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church in Union Bridge, Maryland with the Rev. Jason Worley as officiant. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Catholic Charities of Maryland.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at www.staufferfuneralhome.com.

WILLIAM TIM RAYNE, SR. Berlin William Tim Rayne, Sr., age 88, died Thursday March 17, 2016 at

Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. Born in Bishopville, Maryland, he was the son of the late William D. Rayne and William Rayne.Sr. Mary Esham Rayne Hastings.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Christine Cropper Rayne, and his son, William Tim Rayne, Jr. of Berlin. Also surviving is his sister, Martha Rayne Hastings and her husband, Wayne, and a brother, Denman Esham Rayne, “Denny,” and his wife, Joanne, all of Berlin. There are several nieces and nephews.

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He supported and worked to establish football in Worcester County high schools. Mr. Rayne had been the owner and operator with his wife of Rayne’s Reef Luncheonette, formerly Conley and Rayne Luncheonette, on Main Sreet in Berlin.

He was a member of Stevenson United Methodist Church for 80 years, life member of the Berlin Lion’s Club, served on the board of directors of the Berlin Savings and Loan, was a town councilman for 12 years and was most proud of their accomplishment in establishing the Calvin B. Taylor Museum for the town.

He received the prestigious Berlin Citizen of the Year Award along with his wife in 2008 and a resolution from the Maryland House of Delegates for outstanding service to the community. He also had served as a United States Merchant Marine.

A funeral service was held on Wednesday March 23, 2016 at Stevenson United Methodist Church in Berlin. Rev. Olin Shockley and Rev. Ronald Schatz officiated.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Stevenson United Methodist Church Organ Fund, 123 North Main St., Berlin, Maryland, 21811 or to the Atlantic General Hospital, 9733 Healthway Dr., Berlin Maryland, 21811. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin.

Letters of condolence may be shared with the family at www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

KATHERINE LEE MUNCY Ocean Pines Katherine Lee Muncy died Feb. 25, 2016 at Fairfax INOVA hospital from complications due to a fall. She was born in Houston, Texas but moved at an early age to Long Beach, California.

She graduated with the Woodrow

Wilson High School Class of 1952. She obtained her Master’s degree in education at California State University, Long Beach.

She taught elementary education in the Kathy Muncy Long Beach Unified School system for 12 years; at the Arlington County Public Schools, Virginia for one year and at the International School, Yokohama, Japan for one year.

Following her return to the Washington, D.C. area in 1974, she sold residential real estate in Montgomery County for 25 years.

Kathy is survived by her husband, Bill, of 47 years; a daughter, Joanne Cembrook; a son, Christopher Muncy; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her grandson, James, a SGT USMC, who was killed in Iraq on April 30, 2009.

Kathy was of the opinion that her family was her greatest accomplishment. She was a member of the General Levin Winder Chapter and the Ketoctin Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Her interests included travel, duplicate bridge, ancestry research and music.

In retirement, Bill and Kathy Muncy lived in Worcester County at The Parke at Ocean Pines for 11 years, where Kathy volunteered in numerous organizations at the community and county levels.

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Sandpiper Energy looking to raise propane and gas rates Ongoing work to convert propane users to natural gas about one quarter done

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) With more gas company representatives in attendance than audience members, a public hearing to address Sandpiper Energy’s proposed rate increases for natural gas and propane was held on Friday, March 18 at Stephen Decatur Middle School.

According to filings with the Maryland Public Service Commission, Sandpiper estimates a revenue increase of more than $947,000, approximately a 4.7 gain, will be required to remain financially viable.

For the average retail customer this should equate to approximately a $5.83 monthly increase.

The public service commission should have a decision in the case by no later than September. A second public hearing is tentatively scheduled for June, with the exact date and time to be advertised in the preceding weeks.

In May 2013, the public service commission approved the sale of Eastern Shore Gas Company to

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation, which then established Sandpiper Energy as a subsidiary company to service the inherited customer base.

At that point, the newly created Sandpiper said it would continue to deliver propane to residential and commercial customers but would eventually convert these customers to more cost efficient natural gas.

The public service commission granted the company 2.5 years to operate a hybrid natural gas/propane system to acquire “real world” experience to allow for an accurate estimate of revenue requirements.

Now that the established test period has expired, Sandpiper claims the data indicates the stated rate increase will be required.

At the end of 2015, Sandpiper reports that approximately 22 percent of roughly 10,658 customers had been converted to natural gas. After working on updating gas lines in Berlin and West Ocean City last year, the work will focus on Ocean City and Ocean Pines this year. In the case filings with the public service commission, Sandpiper estimates the entire conversion process could take up to six years. More information can be found online at psc.md.us by searching for case #9410.

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By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer The Worcester County Commissioners took the following actions in their two recent meetings:

Bali Hi rezoning The commissioners reluctantly approved the rezoning of about 24 acres of land located on the south side of St. Martin’s Neck Road and on the west side of Salt Grass Point Road. owned by Salt Grass Bali Hi LLC. The owner intends to use the property, downzoned from E-1 to A-2, to expand the existing Bali Hi campground.

The grounds for the rezoning was that the E-1 zoning was a mistake. Hugh Cropper, attorney for Bali Hi, reminded the commissioners the petition involved a rezoning only, not a site plan approval.

After a long, pause before Commissioner Joe Mitrecic offered a motion to approve, with Commissioner Ted Elder seconding, the vote passed 6-01 in favor with Commissioner Bud Church abstaining, because he represents an adjacent property owner professionally.

New HazMat truck This time it’s the age, not the mileage, as the county decided to put its 1982 Ford/Swab Heavy Rescue vehicle out to pasture following a failed inspection and numerous other mechanical problems.

The vehicle has been used as the county’s primary HazMat response vehicle, and the problems became evident during the recent calls in Bishopville and Snow Hill.

The commissioners approved Fire Marshal Jeff McMahon’s request to negotiate for another truck, a 2015 demo model, which suits the department’s needs.

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Webster said the news system should be running within 30 to 40 days.

Coastal Bays keeps HQ A zoning change allowing an additional land use in Resource Conservation Areas for nonprofit environmental organizations will allow the Maryland Coastal Bays Program to continue to operate out of the former Pine Shore Golf Course clubhouse.

Surplus vehicles The commissioners approved a list of 28 vehicles and numerous miscellaneous items declared to be surplus by county staff, and will be auctioned off through www.govdeals.com.

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General Assembly modifies agency disclosure rules

Approximately 2,000 job seekers attend the 30th annual Ocean City Job Fair at the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street last year.

Apply for thousands of resort jobs Resume Doctors, housing lists, employment seminars available during OC Job Fair

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) Hundreds of local employers will be on hand Saturday attempting to fill more than 12,000 seasonal and full time positions at the 40th Street convention center, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.

“It is a great opportunity to have this many employers in one space at the same time,” said Lisa Layfield, events director for the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce. “You have the ability to talk to a variety of employers, and many hire on the spot.

Seasonal and part time jobs can lead

to year round [and] full time.”

There is no fee for job seekers to attend. Positions will be available in hospitality, administrative, the poultry industry, concrete labor, clerical, lifeguarding, watersports, marinas, restaurants, hotels, banks, amusement parks, specialty stores, and Ocean City Public Works and Transportation, among others.

Layfield advised applicants to, “dress for success, come prepared with an ID, resume, [and] pen, and arrive early.”

There will also be employment seminars, information on obtaining health insurance, and housing lists for seasonal employees. Resume Doctors are slated to help job seekers write or polish up specifics.

The 31st annual Ocean City Job

Fair has grown from 600 attendees in 1985, to more than 3,000 expected on Saturday, Layfield said. LaserTone Business Systems will be back to provide complimentary copies for both job seekers and prospective employers.

From 1-2 p.m., employers will hold interviews with applicants.

Prior to the event, job seekers can visit www.oceancity.org and click on the Ocean City Job Fair graphic to find a generic job application. Organizers suggest attendees fill out job applications in advance, and make copies when they arrive to make the process run smoother.

For more information, call the Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce at 410-213-0552, or visit www.oceancity.org.

Voting ends March 30 for awards Restaurant Association of Maryland nominates four Ocean City establishments

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) There are only a few days left to vote for the Stars of the Industry Awards, as the Restaurant Association of Maryland sets to honor hospitality professionals for the 62nd year.

This year, four Ocean City businesses are among the restaurants and

bars in the state being recognized.

Customers can vote for their favorite restaurants and bars online at www.marylandrestaurants.com/awa rds, or on the Maryland Restaurant Awards Facebook page. Voting ends on March 30.

Pizza Tugos in West Ocean City is vying for Craft Brew Program of the Year. Bull on the Beach is up for Favorite Bar or Tavern, and Liquid Assets is competing for Wine and Beverage Program of the Year.

In addition, Shenanigan’s Irish Pub and Grille, will be inducted into

the Hospitality Hall of Honor.

“Our hospitality industry never gets enough recognition for what they do,” said Kimberly Schlosser, the marketing and events coordinator of the Restaurant Association of Maryland. “This award commends and celebrates the individuals in our industry that deserve praise.”

Additional award categories include Chef of the Year, Favorite New Restaurant and Favorite Restaurant.

Shenanigan’s, located on Fourth Street and the Boardwalk, has withSee WINNERS Page 34

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (March 25, 2016) The Maryland Association of Realtors (MAR) reported last week that the Maryland General Assembly has passed two MAR priority bills. The first bill, SB 828/HB 1469, will simplify the agency disclosure law by eliminating certain redundant disclosures, providing for simpler disclosure during open houses, and removing the presumption of buyer agency.

“Presumed buyer’s agent,” meaning no written agreement, is when a person goes to a real estate agent for assistance in finding a home to purchase, and the agent is presumed to be representing the buyer and can show the buyer properties that are not listed by the agent’s real estate company. A presumed buyer’s agent may not make or prepare an offer or negotiate a sale for the buyer. The buyer does not have an obligation to pay anything to the presumed agent. If, for any reason, the buyer does not want the agent to represent him or her as a presumed agent, either initially or at any time, the buyer can decline or terminate a presumed agency relationship simply by saying so.

In comparison, “buyer agency” is a written agreement between a buyer and a real estate agent. A buyer may enter into a written contract with a real estate agent, which provides that the agent will represent the buyer in locating a property to buy. The agent is then known as the buyer’s agent. That agent assists the buyer in evaluating properties and preparing offers, and negotiates in the best interests of the buyer.

The agent’s fee is paid according to the written agreement between the agent and the buyer. If a buyer wishes to have an agent represent them, they must enter into a written buyer agency agreement before a contract offer can be prepared.

The second bill, SB 824/HB 1453, is regarding home contractor state license verification. It will simplify the license verification regulation by requiring agents to verify annually, versus case by case, the license status of home improvement contractors. Under the current regulation, real estate agents must verify the license status of up to eight different license categories each time a recommendation is made for home repairs.

Both of these bills still face final votes in the other legislative body before the bills will become law.

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

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Winners will be announced at Stars of the Industry gala Continued from Page 33 stood the test of time, opening in 1988 and surviving the economy in addition to hurricanes.

“We have been able to make a lot of people happy over the years,” said Owner Greg Shockley. “It is a fun place to come eat [and] be entertained, and we take advanGreg Shockley tage of the location.”

The Irish pub has a loyal following, with generations of families making sure to visit the Ocean City staple each summer, he added.

“I was shocked and honored [to be inducted into the Hospitality Hall of Honor],” Shockley said. “Its pretty remarkable, and I would have never expected it. I have been fortunate to always have tremendous people work for me. Some have been here more than 25 years, giving me their blood, sweat and tears.”

Phil Houck, owner of Bull on the Beach, credits his staff for creating an environment worthy of Favorite Bar or Tavern honors.

“We have one of the best bar staffs in Ocean City and Worcester County,” Houck said. “They are personable and are encouraged to be themselves. We have staff who have been bartending for more than 25 years for us.”

He encouraged patrons to try Bull on the Beach’s great happy hour and food specials.

“Check us out. You will be a regular,” Houck said. “It’s a great local place.”

Liquid Assets on 94th Street has more than 1,000 bottles of wine inhouse, making it a contender for Wine and Beverage Program of the Year.

“We’re excited about being the only Ocean City restaurant represented in our category, and it is nice to be recognized by the industry itself,” said Denver Gerhart, manager of Liquid Assets. “We have the best whiskey list around and have done

well with our wine program.”

Liquid Assets regularly has wine tastings, and many bottles there cannot be found in other area restaurants. On the cocktail side, the local restaurant uses fresh citrus and juices, Gerhart said.

“We have a fresh way of approaching cocktails [that is] in the name [Liquid Assets]. We’re happy to be nominated,” Gerhart said.

With 78 beers on tap, Pizza Tugos in West Ocean City hopes to take home the Craft Brew Program of the Year award.

“I think it is quite an honor, and we are very excited,” said Scott Heise, owner of Pizza Tugos and its beer curator. “Our knowledgeable staff and bartenders, in addition to balance of styles and quality of beers, make all the difference.”

In addition, Heise credits local partners, such as distributors and brewers, who have helped Pizza Tugos staff during the last six years with their product knowledge.

“It is nice to know our customers are [as] excited about our program as we are, and it is fun to see the industry grow with us,” Heise said. “It is a team effort, from managers to bartenders.”

Winners will be announced on May 1 at the Stars of the Industry awards gala in the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel with a “Moonlight in Morocco” theme.

There are 2,000 members in the Restaurant Association of Maryland.

The annual awards gala was created to recognize the hard work of restaurant owners and their employees.

“We take pride in showcasing some of the best restaurants and businesses across the state,” Schlosser said. “Not only will restaurants get a fabulous award, but they will get some fantastic publicity through our public voting, advertising and [the] event, where they are publicly recognized on stage and given an award to showcase in their establishment.”

For more information, or to vote, visit marylandrestaurants.com/awards.

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Dunes Manor Hotel unveils 64 oceanfront suites in April (March 25, 2016) The Dunes Manor Hotel and Suites announces the completion and introduction of the all-new Dunes Suites, located on 28th Street and the Boardwalk.

The Dunes Manor has been serving Ocean City guests since 1987, and the renovations of the former Dunes Motel oceanfront building is part of an ongoing plan to further develop their brand to meet the changing needs of today’s travelers.

The 64-room, all-oceanfront building will feature the new Dunes Suites, with private balconies, all-new design and a kitchenette in every unit. Expected to open on April 1, to coincide with the Dunes Manor Hotel’s 29th anniversary, guests will now have a choice of the Dunes Manor Hotel main building, or these spacious suites.

This phase of improvements opens new doors for leisure travelers and group attendees. The tradition of service and detail set forth by the hotel have made it a top-rated facility by Trip Advisor, with unique amenities that include a spacious oceanfront porch with wooden rocking chairs, and afternoon tea served daily in the hotel lobby.

“The traditions of our Victorian style

and warm service are a foundation for our guest services, and the addition of the Dunes Suites will reach out to even more travelers and will be ideal for larger groups,” said Kyle Johnson, general manager of the hotel.

Operated by Real Hospitality Group, based in West Ocean City, the team of ownership, management company and onsite management have worked to service guests in the Dunes Suites. Guests are able to enjoy a full array of services and amenities, and can park their cars and take a short walk from the suites building to the main hotel, or hop on the new cart shuttle that will run between the buildings for guest convenience.

“The goal of the team is to provide a seamless and positive guest experience, and give guests a choice of accommodations that fit their needs during their visits to Ocean City”, said Ben Seidel, president and CEO of Real Hospitality Group. The addition of the Dunes Suites to the hotel’s room inventory will accommodate group business throughout the year, complementing the hotel’s 4,000 square feet of meeting space.

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Although organizers plans must be approved at a planning and zoning meeting scheduled for April 19, the vacant space in between McDonalds and Dumser’s along Coastal Highway on 123rd Street will likely be filled with a Candy Kitchen and an attached hotel by the start of the 2017 season.

Candy store, hotel slated for 123rd

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) Although organizers plans must be approved at a planning and zoning meeting scheduled for April 19, the vacant space in between McDonalds and Dumser’s along Coastal Highway on 123rd Street will likely be filled with a Candy Kitchen and an attached hotel by the start of the 2017 season.

The new Candy Kitchen location will be 2,000 square feet and attached to a 74-room hotel, which will face south towards Dumser’s Dairyland, said Jeff Thaler of Atlantic, Planning, Development & Design, Inc., the company designing the hotel.

Plans for the five-story hotel in-

clude an indoor pool, fitness room, continental breakfast area and large family-sized rooms, he said.

“It is a great addition to the north end, [and] a great location and in walking distance to Northside Park,” Thaler said. “With park activities in the winter and the proximity, we expect a very busy, year-round hotel.”

If the property is approved on April 19, it will take about two weeks for building plans and construction is slated to start in the beginning of June.

Candy Kitchen owners were looking for either a retail store, restaurant or hotel to fill extra space on the 123rd Street land they purchased, Thaler said.

“Planning started about four or five months ago, and it is a perfect fit,” he said. “The area will have a nice strip of businesses, including Dumser’s, McDonalds, Grottos, and now a Candy Kitchen.”

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Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Ocean City announces that the following teams were ranked in the company’s Greater Baltimore Metro Area’s Top 20 Teams for 2015: Kevin and Monica McNamara of McNamara & Associates; Katy Durham and Rick Meehan, and The Britts Team, which consists of Greg, Nancy and Lauren Britt.

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Mid-Atlantic is a leading residential real estate company with 39 sales and resort rental locations and more than 2,200 sales associates serving the communities of Baltimore, Washington D.C. and the Maryland and Delaware beaches.

The Daily Record named Kathleen Mommé, executive director of United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore, to its 2016 listing of Maryland’s Top 100 Women. The award recognizes outstanding achievements by women demonstrated through professional accomplishments, K. Mommé community leadership and mentoring.

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Barnes joins firm Gillis Gilkerson general contracting and construction management firm announced the addition of project manager Tyler Barnes to the company in the first quarter of 2016.

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Archer-Nichols joins team After 21 years in the real estate business, Realtor Brenda ArcherNichols has joined Mark Fritschle, Condominium Realty, LTD. Formerly with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage and previously associated with Moore, Warfield & Glick, Archer-Nichols B. Archer-Nichols is very excited announce the move. Her dedication will still give her customers/clients more than they expect and everything they deserve. She looks forward to giving continued quality service as always in her new office.

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WORCESTER PREP SPRING SPORTS PREVIEW

Gates: We have a lot of returners at key positions

Prep girls’ squad well-rounded and diverse this year

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (March 25, 2016) Leigh Anne Flounlacker is excited to be back for her second season as head coach of the Worcester Prep girls’ lacrosse team.

“The first year went great. With last year under my belt, I feel more confident this year,” she said. “I’ve been in an assistant role so last year as head coach it took a L.A. Flounlacker little while to get used to. I got a great response from the players and I have a great relationship with the girls and the parents.”

Flounlacker has 20 players on her roster and 14 of them are returning from last year when the Lady Mallards went 15-2. They also won the Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference championship title.

“We have a very solid group back,” Flounlacker said. “We’re a very wellrounded, diverse team. The girls are enthusiastic and they all push themselves so hard.”

Senior captain Grace Tunis (First Team All-ESIAC 2015) has been on the squad since she was a freshman. This is her second year as a team captain.

“As a captain last year, I kind of got to see how our seniors led the team and I think I’m ready to do it this year,” said Tunis, who plays low attack. “I love the sport, the team and the coaches that we play for. It’s been a great honor to see that they want me to lead them [as a captain again].”

Tunis scored 17 goals and had 30 assists in 2015.

Also back to compete is junior midfielder Leigh Lingo (First Team AllESIAC). She was the squad’s second leading scorer in 2015 with 33 goals.

“I think we have a good season ahead of us,” Lingo said. “I think I’ll be able to help lead the group and so will a lot of other kids because we’ve all gotten older and are able to step up and learn from [older girls].”

Her twin sister, Regan, (First Team All-ESIAC) returns on defense and sophomore Sophia Bandorick is back in the goal for Worcester. Senior captain Regan Shanahan and junior Karlie Southcomb (Second Team All-ESIAC) return on the attack.

Flounlacker said talented newcomers with so much potential have joined the team, including freshmen midfielders Gracie Gardner and Delaney

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Worcester Prep junior Karlie Southcomb looks for a teammate to pass to during Tuesday's season opener against Bullis in Berlin. She scored one goal in Worcester’s 14-11 victory.

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Abercrombie and sophomore midfielder Caroline Pasquariello. All three will be impact players, Flounlacker said.

“We lost a lot of midfielders to graduation, Flounlacker said. “All the girls we brought up [to varsity] are such hard workers. They have the talent, but they also have the drive.”

Flounlacker said the goal is to win the ESIAC championship again this year. She would also like to go undefeated.

“It’s not out of reach. We have a competitive schedule so we have to

work hard to do it,” she said. “We have great athletes in general. I think our potential is limitless. I’m very excited.”

Worcester kicked off its 2016 season with a 14-11 victory over the Bullis Bulldogs on Tuesday in Berlin.

“Overall, I think it was a good start to the season. We struggled a little bit in the first half, kind of just figuring out where everyone fits, getting the jitters out, but we pulled it together in the second half,” Flounlacker said. “We want to set the tone in positive way for the rest of the season. The last five See GIRLS’ Page 39

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (March 25, 2016) The Worcester Prep boys’ lacrosse team has a strong, core group back, only graduating one player from last year’s squad.

“We’re a work in progress, but we should be pretty good.

We have a lot of returners at key positions, which will definitely help,” said Coach Kevin Gates, Kevin Gates who has led the Mallards for 14 seasons.

“We’ve got key pieces back at face-off, goalie, our top four leading scorers, our best player, Wyatt [Richins], and best defenseman, and we have a good freshmen class. I like what I see.”

Thirty-two players make up the Worcester Prep lacrosse program this year (varsity and JV). Fourteen of the boys competed on varsity in 2015, when the team went 12-4 and captured its seventh consecutive Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference championship.

Richins was a captain last year as a junior. He led the team with 51 goals and 41 assists.

“We’ve got a lot of younger guys that are just getting used to what we do, what our offense is [and] defense is. So [by] playing midfield and being able to play both ways, I can help everybody learn the defense and offense quickly,” said Richins, a member of the team for four years. “I feel like I can help the coaches and catch everyone up a bit.”

Richins is a captain again this season with seniors, face-off specialist/defensive midfielder Ross Dickerson and goalie Wade Walter.

Dickerson and Walter were assistant captains last year.

“Wyatt is like a coach on the field.

Ross is an inspirational leader – all hustle. He leaves it all on the field,” Gates said. “Wade is a leader in the goal. He started as a freshman and has been in goal all four years.”

Dickerson, who has committed to play lacrosse for University of Tampa, won 78 percent (245/313) of the faceoffs he took last year. He scored six goals and scooped up 150 ground balls.

“My main job is just facing off and getting possession for our guys on offense,” said Dickerson, a four-year varsity player. “I’m very excited. We definitely have a tough schedule this year, but if we get to work we can have See TOP Page 38

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“This is probably the best team we’ve had in the four years I’ve been on the team,” said senior captain Wyatt Richins, right, who is defended by teammate Jordan Osias, a senior, during Wednesday's practice.

Worcester Prep junior Patrick Petrera controls the ball while teammate Cole Berry, a freshman, guards him during a drill in Wednesday's practice.

Top four scorers from last year return in ‘16 Continued from Page 37 a lot of success. I’m hoping for the best.”

Junior Pat Petrera (attack) and sophomores Sam Cantello (attack) and Tucker Brown (midfield) followed Richins in goal scoring last year. Petrera netted 32 goals (10 assists), Cantello scored 27 (24 assists) and Brown tallied 26 goals (14 assists).

“Sam, Patrick, Tucker and Wyatt

are good together,” Gates said. “Those four guys are pretty darn good. It’s tough to stop all four of them.”

Junior Max Bisaha will help run the defense along with seniors Jordan Osias and Reece Brown, and sophomore Porter Bunting.

Returning in the midfield are juniors Carter Hill, Reid Carey and Trent Marshall, and senior Jason Cook.

Junior Spencer Copeland was in-

jured last season, but he’s back to play on the defensive line in 2016.

Senior Nate Abercrombie and freshmen Dakin Moore and Cooper Richins, Wyatt’s brother, are newcomers who will play in the midfield.

Freshmen Thomas Fager (attack) and Cole Berry (defense) have also joined the varsity squad.

“I really haven’t looked forward to a season more than this,” Gates said.

“I want to enjoy being with these kids and these coaches. They’re a great group of kids and the coaching staff is pretty fun.”

The Mallards are shooting for another ESIAC title and to be competitive in the Metro Independent Lacrosse League. They lost 17-8 in the MILL semifinals to Calverton in 2015.

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Girls’ team’s ‘potential is limitless’ Continued from Page 37 minutes we really started playing good lacrosse. They were moving the ball around a lot better and they looked like they were more comfortable.”

Goals were traded in the first half and at halftime, the score was tied 8-8.

Tunis broke the tie about five minutes into the second half. Bullis evened the score seven minutes later. Abercrombie put Worcester up 10-9 with 11:53 on the clock, but the Bulldogs an-

swered a minute later. Junior Julie Talbert netted two shots to give the Mallards a two-goal cushion. Bullis cut the lead to one with four minutes remaining in the game.

Southcomb and Leigh Lingo scored Worcester’s final two goals.

Tunis (two assists), Lingo and Talbert tallied three goals apiece. Sophomore Sarah Savage chipped in with two goals and two assists. Southcomb, Abercrombie and Gardner scored one

each. Bandorick stopped 10 Bullis’ shots.

“I think everyone stepped up and gave 110 percent effort,” Tunis said.

“Everyone’s gotten better from the first practice. Now we’re working together and talking like a real team out on the field and it’s really exciting to see.”

“We lost a lot of seniors last year and a lot of them were starters. People stepped up and we worked as a team,” Lingo added.

Worcester’s boys’ team has strong offensive threats Continued from Page 38 we’ve had in the four years I’ve been on the team,” Richins said. “This year’s going to be really good once we start clicking.”

“We’ve got some pretty big games this year…our goal is to play our game as best we can, play up to our level,” Dickerson added.

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“The goal is to do our best and try our hardest. The end goal is to win the ESIAC [championship title] again," said Worcester Prep senior captain Isabel Carulli.

"The singles guys look great and the doubles guys look good too," said Worcester Prep senior captain Charlie Pritchard. "This is the deepest team I’ve seen.”

WP boys’ tennis team has depth

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (March 25, 2016) The Worcester Prep boys’ and girls’ tennis squads swept the Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference tournament last year, winning the singles and doubles championships and capturing team titles.

Despite graduating several key contributors, both teams are expected to be solid Terry Underkoffler this season.

Terry Underkoffler took over as coach of the boys’ team last year, and said he enjoyed his inaugural season leading the Mallards.

They went 10-3, and won their first ESIAC team title in six years.

The team lost four players to graduation, all of whom were in the starting lineup, but it gained many more.

“The sport is growCyndee Hudson ing. We had a lot of interest this year,” he said.

Underkoffler had 14 players on his roster last season. This year, there are 24 boys participating. With so many players, Underkoffler has two assistant coaches this year, Jay Lazor and Tim McMullen.

Eight players who competed last year have returned to the court in 2016. Underkoffler will rely on his veterans to help lead the squad.

“We lost some good, experienced players, but we picked up some really good athletes. We have more athleticism this year overall,” he said. “We’re ahead of where we were last year as far as progression. We’re a young, deep, athletic group. I’m excited to see how it goes.”

Newcomers’ experience ranges from tennis first-timers, who are picking up the game quickly, to seasoned players.

“Competition to make the lineup will make us better over time. Competition brings out the best in players,” Underkoffler said. “Overall, we have a strong lineup. I feel confident as a coach to send out five singles and two doubles teams. If someone is missing, we have good depth.”

Junior Zachary Wilson and sophomore Brenner Maull played doubles last year, but both will take the court as singles players this season. Seniors Alex Choy and Nik Moondra will also compete in the singles lineup, as will junior Adam Pizza.

Senior Charlie Pritchard will return to the court to play doubles, and he, Choy and Wilson have been named team captains.

“I’m not the best tennis player, but I’m just going to be leading by example and showing these guys how to properly run the team, control practice, and be leaders in their own way,” said Pritchard, a two-year member of the team. “I love tennis. Since I’ve been playing I’ve had a great time.”

“It’s a younger group than we’re used to … we’re just going to have to develop a new kind of generation of tennis players for the team,” said Wilson, a three-year player.

“We’re definitely trying to help them build on what they already know,” he continued. “With two new assistant coaches this year adding on what Coach Underkoffler has been teaching us, [it] has improved the depth of our learning, which has improve the depth of our team. We definitely know that the future of the team is in good hands.”

Newcomers, junior Owen Nally and sophomore Brendan Miller, were on the Worcester Prep soccer and basketball teams together and will be doubles partners for tennis.

Juniors Luke Buas and Tate Shockley, and freshmen Collin Miller, Dominic Anthony and Will Todd, will also play doubles. Todd may compete

at singles as well.

“We have a lot of depth at doubles.

We have five doubles teams for two spots [in matches],” Underkoffler said.

The goals this season are to be competitive with the top programs in the area and to do well in the ESIAC tournament, Underkoffler said.

“I think we have a good chance this year to finally be able to challenge Parkside and Bennett. One of the biggest goals is to beat Parkside or Bennett – or both,” Wilson said.

“The singles guys look great and the doubles guys look good too. I’m looking forward to another run at the ESIAC championship,” Pritchard added. “This is the deepest team I’ve seen. I’m really excited for the future.”

The Lady Mallards went undefeated, 13-0, in 2015 and won their 10th consecutive ESIAC team championship.

The team graduated seven players, most of whom were in the starting lineup. Girls who competed last season have moved up in the lineup this year.

Newcomers are also filling in spots.

“The girls are eager, but inexperienced at the slots that they occupy.

They are playing in new spots this year,” said Coach Cyndee Hudson, now in her 16th season leading the Mallards.

Six of the 14 players on Hudson’s roster are veterans.

“We’re quite young this year and inexperienced, but the girls are eager to improve and step up to the positions,” she said. “I’ve seen improvement nearly every day.”

Hudson said senior captains Isabel Carulli and Erika Smith are great leaders.

“They’ve done a very good job, especially with eight new [players joining] Worcester Prep tennis,” Hudson said. “They’ve helped the girls acclimate and perfect their skills.”

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Girls inexperienced in positions playing, but eager to learn Continued from Page 40 for three years, has moved up to the first singles position this season. She played in the third singles spot in 2015.

“I had the opportunity last year to play up a couple of times, so it was kind of nice to get a preview of what I’m going to be doing this year,” Carulli said. “I’m excited for the challenge.”

Smith, who played doubles for three seasons, will take the court at second singles her senior year.

“It’s different, but I’ve gotten a lot better over the years, so I think I’m ready for challenge,” Smith said.

Sophomore Anchita Batra and junior Lauren Meoli have also climbed the ladder and will play at third and fourth singles. Newcomer, freshman Maya Nateson, will step in to play fifth singles.

Juniors Stormy McGuiness and Eva Parks will team up for first doubles competition.

Junior Jamie Gittleman, a transfer from Salisbury School, will partner with junior Lauren Gosnear for second doubles.

Hudson said the Mallards will face some stiff competition, especially from Parkside and James M. Bennett, but the goal is to step up to the challenge, and for the girls to improve as the season progresses. The team also wants to continue to dominate in the ESIAC. “At the end of every season, I feel like tennis has the most improvement throughout,” Smith said. “We’ve gotten a lot better since the first day, and I’m sure there’s more [improvement] to come.”

“The goal is to do our best and try our hardest. The end goal is to win the ESIAC [title] again,” Carulli added.

WORCESTER PREP SPRING SPORTS SCHEDULES BOYS’ LACROSSE: March 26: Stephen Decatur, 1 p.m.

(H) March 30: Caesar Rodney, 4 p.m. (H) April 1: Tower Hill, 7 p.m. (A) April 6: Bennett, 6:30 p.m. (A) April 8: Indian River, 4 p.m. (H) April 9: The Heights School, 1 p.m (A) April 11: Delmarva Christian, 4 p.m. (A) April 13: Gunston, 4 p.m. (H) April 15: Salesianium, TBA (A) April 18: Cambridge, 6 p.m. (A) April 23: Sussex Tech, 1 p.m. (A) April 27:Salisbury School, 4 p.m. (A) April 29: Calverton, 4:30 p.m. (H) April 30: Bishop McNamara, 1 p.m. (H) May 2: ESIAC finals/MILL quarterfinals TBA May 4: MILL semifinals TBA May 6: MILL finals TBA

GIRLS’ LACROSSE: March 26: Karl Wolf Tournament, 11 a.m. (A) March 29: Salisbury School, 4 p.m.

(H) March 30: Parkside, 4 p.m. (H) April 1: Tower Hill, 5:30 p.m. (A) April 6: Bennett, 5 p.m. (A) April 11: Calverton, 4:30 p.m. (H) April 15: Sts. Peter & Paul, 4 p.m.

(H) April 18: Gunston, 4 p.m. (H) April 21: Indian River, 5 p.m. (A) April 22: Cape, 4 p.m. (H) April 27: Salisbury School, 4 p.m. (A) April 29: Sts. Peter & Paul, 4 p.m. (A) April 30: Polytech, 1 p.m. (H) May 2: Sussex Tech, 4 p.m. (H) May 6: Stephen Decatur, 4 p.m (A) May 13: ESIAC finals, TBA

BOYS’ AND GIRLS’ TENNIS: March 24: Parkside, 4 p.m. (H) March 30: Salisbury School, 6 p.m. (A) April 1: Bennett, 4 p.m. (H) April 4: Gunston, 4 p.m. (A) April 6: Indian River, 4 p.m. (boys’ (A), girls’ (H)) April 12: Sts. Peter & Paul, 4 p.m. (A) (girls’ only) April 13: Pocomoke, 4 p.m. (H) April 14: Decatur, 4 p.m. (boys’ (A), girls’ (H)) April 18: Salisbury School, 4 p.m. (H) April 22: Bennett, 4 p.m. (A) April 25: Gunston, 4 p.m. (H) April 26: Parkside, 4 p.m (A) April 29: Sts. Peter & Paul, 4 p.m. (H) May 5: Stephen Decatur, 4 p.m. (boys’ (H), girls’ (A))

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Decatur baseball team tops QA, 6-3

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (March 25, 2016) The Stephen Decatur baseball team came from behind to win Tuesday’s season opener, 6-3, over the Queen Anne’s Lions in Berlin.

“In the beginning [it was] very sloppy, and then they kind of settled in. I think it was a good character win,” Decatur Coach Rich Ferro said.

Decatur trailed 3-0 going into the bottom of the fourth inning.

“We had four errors in three innings. We missed a cutoff, we had some walks, so that all happened in the first three innings,” Ferro said.

“We were really kind of nerved up. We weren’t really attacking fastballs [and] we took 12 fastballs for strikes.”

In the bottom of the fourth inning, senior Bailey Littleton drove in a run to cut the lead to two, then, in the bottom of the fifth, sophomore Tristan McDonough’s two-run home run tied the score 3-3.

Senior Lane Dillon doubled in the sixth inning to score a run and put the Seahawks on top, 4-3. Queen Anne’s pitcher balked shortly after, and Decatur sophomore Ryan Duncan scored.

McDonough then drove in the Seahawks’ sixth run with a double in the bottom of the sixth.

“After the third, we started to go back to our philosophy [of] hitting the

baseball, not taking pitches and just taking good swings,” Ferro said.

“We were getting into game speed … [and] having some success creates confidence,” he continued. “I didn’t think we’d have a chance if we weren’t playing defense. We started to make some pitches and play defense. It kept us in there.”

McDonough was 2-for-3 (home run, double) and had three RBIs. Dillon doubled and had an RBI, and senior Zach Adams was 1-for-3 (double).

Littleton recorded an RBI single.

Junior Will Sass started on the mound for Decatur. He struck out seven, allowed four hits and walked two in four innings. Littleton threw the last three innings. He allowed one hit, struck out one and walked one.

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Left, Stephen Decatur sophomore Tristan McDonough rounds second base after hitting a two-run home run in the fifth inning of Tuesday’s game against Queen Anne's. Above, Stephen Decatur senior Brendan Scott throws to first after getting the runner out at second base. Decatur won 6-3.

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Stephen Decatur senior Reed Watson shut out his fourth singles opponent, 8-0, during Wednesday’s competition in Berlin. Decatur earned a 6-1 victory over Washington.

Decatur tennis teams win first competition of season

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (March 25, 2016) The Stephen Decatur girls’ and boys’ tennis teams won Wednesday’s season opener, 6-1, over the Washington Jaguars in Berlin.

“I thought we played well. There were some nerves the first couple of games, but as the matches wore on they got more comfortable,” said Jamie Greenwood, coach of the Decatur girls’ squad. “I’m pleased with

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Sophomore Laila Mirza (8-5), senior Marina Wheeler (8-0), junior Kat Harrell (8-0) and sophomore Jessie Lupiwok (8-2) won their second through fifth singles matches, respectively.

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Decatur girls’ lacrosse team earns 12-8 victory over STPP

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (March 25, 2016) Sara Braniecki logged her first victory as head coach of the Stephen Decatur girls’ lacrosse team, when the Lady Seahawks opened their season with a 12-8 victory over the Saints Peter & Paul Sabres in Easton, on Monday.

“They played well. We started improving on a lot of the things we needed to tighten up, especially on defense,” Braniecki said. “They communicated well, they hustled and they fought for every single ball.”

Junior Victoria Kerkovich put Decatur on the board 50 seconds into the game. About a minute later, junior Brigitte Ardis gave the visiting Seahawks a 2-0 advantage.

Junior captain Lexie VanKirk and Logan Figgs, also a junior, scored, and Decatur led 4-0. At halftime, the Seahawks were ahead 9-5.

“At halftime, we talked about defense, getting slides there, and moving more on offense,” Braniecki said. “They picked it up in the second half.”

Kerkovich led Decatur with four goals and an assist. Junior Claire Porter chipped in with two goals and four assists, and senior captain Elle Bargar tallied three goals and an assist. VanKirk added one goal and two assists, and

Ardis and Figgs netted one goal apiece.

Junior goalie Rachel Florek stopped 13 Saints Peter & Paul shots.

“It was a good start. It still shows things we need to work on, and the girls are self aware,” Braniecki said.

Decatur’s next game is Friday, April 1 at 5:30 p.m. against the Kent Island Buccaneers in Berlin.

BATTER UP Stephen Decatur freshman Lexi Black throws a pitch during Tuesday’s game against Queen Anne’s in Berlin. Trailing 13-2, Decatur scored six to cut the lead to five runs. Queen Anne’s won 16-8.

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Stephen Decatur sophomore Laila Mirza outscored her second singles opponent, 8-5, during Wednesday’s competition in Berlin. Decatur won 6-1 over Washington.

Continued from Page 42 their second doubles competition, 8-0.

Coach Steve Berquist thought the boys did well also.

“We knew we had to be at the top of our game. They came out with a lot of energy and with a lot of focus and enthusiasm,” Berquist said. “It was a great way to start the season with a win against a competitive opponent.”

Junior Josh Domingo (8-5) and seniors Christian Beres (8-0), Reed

Watson (8-0) and Deep Patel (8-2) earned victories at second through fifth singles, respectively.

Washington forfeited the first doubles match to Decatur juniors Brennan Holloway and Egor Reznikov.

Decatur’s second doubles team of senior Jose Robles and freshman Jonathan Petito also won by forfeit.

Decatur’s next match is Tuesday, on the road at 4 p.m. against the Snow Hill Eagles.

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cate meighan inside going out vaguely remember back in January saying that spring would be here in no time and, well, I guess that “no time” is officially right now. Aside from the calendar saying that Spring equinox had arrived, Easter is just a few days away.

Have you planned Easter dinner, colored the eggs and handled everything else to ensure that it’s a smooth holiday in your house? If not and if you’re scrambling to make last-minute arrangements, then keep reading because something here might be of use to you.

If you’re looking for something to occupy your kids (especially since they have a few extra days off from school) don’t forget that the Easter Kids’ Fun Fair and Art and Craft Show will take place at the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street and Coastal Highway on Friday and Saturday.

The show will feature exhibitors displaying handcrafted items, including wearable art, jewelry, lawn and garden decor, toys, florals, fine art, caricatures and much more.

The Easter Kids’ Fun Fair will include continuous activities, games, contests, and entertainment, as well as Beany the Easter Bunny, Easter egg hunts, magic, juggling, puppet shows, and more. For more information, call 410-213-8090.

Also at the convention center on Saturday will be the annual OC Job Fair from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. For more information, you can call the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce at 410-213-0552.

Bill Haley Jr. and The Comets will take the stage on Saturday night at the Performing Arts Center in the convention center. Tickets for the 7:30 p.m. show are $28.50 and $23.50 for adults and can be purchased in the Visitors Center or through Ticketmaster by calling 1-800-745-300.

You can take your little ones for a Hippity Hoppity Hayride with the Easter Bunny on the Boardwalk on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.

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The Ocean Pines Easter Egg Hunt draws hundreds of participants, as children furiously sift through the straw to find prize eggs at White Horse Park last year.

Abundance of Easter events on tap Activities planned in Ocean City, Berlin, Snow Hill, Pines and Pocomoke this weekend

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) There are plenty of Easter activities for the whole family to enjoy this weekend in Ocean City and the surrounding areas, from an abundance of Easter egg hunts to sunrise services.

Here are some of the events taking place: OCEAN CITY: •Celebrate Good Friday with a Cross Walk on the Ocean City Boardwalk today, March 25, at noon.

Participants should meet at the Son’Spot on Worcester Street and walk along the Boardwalk to Fourth Street. The group will carry a cross, sing songs and hymns and stop periodically for brief prayers.

“Every couple of blocks, we will stop and the pastors do a devotional on what the cross means,” said Pastor Sean Davis. “It’s a nice event and everyone is welcome to come.”

The Ocean City Christian Ministers Association hosts the Cross Walk and it will take place rain or shine. For more information, call 410-289-6573.

•Ocean City’s 17th annual Easter Art, Craft and Kids Fun Fair returns today and tomorrow, March 25-26, with more than 15 Easter egg hunts, musical chairs, hula hoop and limbo contests and other activities at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center on 40th Street.

The fun begins at 10 a.m. and will continue until 5 p.m. both days with Beanie the Easter Bunny kicking off the festivities each morning. There will be jelly bean guessing contests, coloring tables, egg spoon races, fastest dresser relays, limbo contests and appearances by Sponge Bob. On both days, John Donaldson will perform Magic n’ Fun at noon, followed by a 2 p.m. juggling act from Cascading Carlos, who will also be on hand to teach juggling lessons.

For adults, more than 70 vendors will be featured in the art and craft show, in addition to door prizes up for grabs.

Admission costs $4 for adults and $3 for children ages 4-18, and includes most activities. Children ages 3 and under, and members of the military, police or fire department are free with an ID. Seniors (60 and older) pay $3.

There will also be pay-as-you-go activities, including sand art, face

painting, hair wraps, temporary tattoos, figurine painting, make-yourown crafts, duck pond, photos with the Easter bunny, moon bounces, an obstacle course, swings, a rock climbing wall and a shark slide. Visit http://oceanpromotions.info/events /easter-arts-crafts-and-kids-fair/ for a full list of events and times, and participating vendors.

• All aboard the Hippity Hoppity Hayride with the Easter Bunny on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Boardwalk. The horsedrawn hayride leaves from the inlet lot near Thrasher’s fries and travels around the pier to North Division Street and back. The cost is $10 per person and children 3 and under ride free.

For more information or to make reservations, call 443-783-1409.

•Peter Cotton Tail will make his traditional visit to Northside Park Saturday, March 26, during Ocean City Recreation and Park’s annual Easter Bunny Fun Shop from 1-3 p.m. to hide eggs and entertain children.

The event on 125th Street is for little ones, 2-10 years old, and their families and includes an egg hunt, arts and crafts, face painting, tempoSee EASTER Page 47

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Natalie Brushmiller, as Alice in Wonderland, and Amber Fraser, as the White Rabbit, greet children during the Easter Egg hunt as part of Berlin’s Spring Celebration last year.

Easter celebrations in area towns Continued from Page 46 rary tattoos, nearly a dozen carnival games and the chance to dye Easter eggs.

In addition, refreshments, visits from the Easter Bunny and songs from “Seussical the Musical” and “Annie” performed by The Schoolhouse Theater Arts Traveling Troupe will round out the festivities.

Ocean City residents pay $6 and non-residents $8 per child to enter the Fun Shop. Everyone must preregister and space is limited to the first 225 people. Register in person at the Northside Park Recreation Complex on 125th Street or online at http://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/recreation-parks/.

For more information, call Ocean City Recreation and Parks at 410250-0125.

•The Ocean City Christian Ministers Association will host a community Easter Sunrise Worship on Sunday, March 27 from 6-7 a.m. on the Boardwalk at North Division Street. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Ministers and musicians from several Ocean City churches will participate in the service that combines preaching and singing. Bleachers and chairs will be provided, but attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket.

If it rains, the sunrise service will take place in the Atlantic United Methodist Church on the corner of Fourth Street and Baltimore Ave. Call 410-289-6573 for more information.

OCEAN PINES: •The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department will present its annual Easter and Spring Celebration Saturday, March 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in White Horse Park, 235 Ocean Parkway.

Admission to the event is free, with numerous activities for children including egg hunts, carnival games, a moon bounce, face painting, arts and crafts and visits with the Easter Bunny.

The egg hunts are for children up to age 9 and there are designated times for each age group.

The egg hunt at 11:30 a.m. will be for little ones age 2 and under; noon is for youngsters ages 3-4; 1 p.m. will be for ages 5-6; and 1:30 p.m. is for children ages 7-9.

An Easter bonnet parade and contest open to children 10 and younger will begin at 12:30 p.m.

In addition, entertainment by magician Wild Willy Woo Woo and refreshments will be available.

Easter candy donations are needed and can be dropped off at the Ocean Pines Community Center.

For more information or to volunteer at the Easter and Spring Celebration, call the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department at 410-641-7052.

BERLIN: •Berlin merchants will host an Easter celebration Saturday, March 26, featuring egg hunts, breakfast with the Easter bunny and activities

for children throughout the downtown area.

The day will begin with a pancake breakfast at Rayne’s Reef restaurant featuring the Easter bunny. Look forward to pancakes, sausage and a beverage. There are 8, 9 or 10 a.m. seating’s available. A reservation is required and can be made by calling 410-641-2131. The cost is $8 for adults and $6 for children.

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., children’s activities will be held at various downtown businesses and some will have a small fee. They include bracelet making at Treasure Chest, a jelly bean guessing contest presented by Stuart’s Antiques, Bleached Butterfly will have flower crafts, face painting is taking place at Victorian Charm and Sisters is slated to host a coloring station.

At 11 a.m., an Easter egg hunt for kids 4 and under will take place on Commerce and Main streets next to Victorian Charm, followed 15 minutes later by 5- to 8-year-olds searching for eggs.

There will be an Easter bonnet parade and contest with prizes for kids and adults kicking off at noon.

For more information, visit the Facebook events page for Victorian Charm at: Facebook.com/VictorianCharm or call 410-641-2998.

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Egg hunts, games and face painting among Easter fun Continued from Page 47 5 p.m., which will coincide with the Berlin Little League parade beginning at 8 a.m.

Attendees can take pictures with the white rabbit, Mad Hatter and Cheshire Cat or catch a screening of “Alice in Wonderland” at the Berlin Chamber of Commerce.

There will be games, crafts, face painting, a moon bounce, music from Ray Owen and story time in addition to a Mad Hatter hat contest.

All crafts and games will be covered with the purchase of a wristband for $5 and carriage rides will be available at an additional cost.

Do not miss the kid’s “tea” party in the visitor’s center with baked goods, water, milk, juice, sweets and a take home tea cup for $5. There are 11 a.m., 12:15 or 1:30 p.m. seating’s available.

A reservation is required and can be made by calling 410-641-4775.

A precursor to the Spring Celebration and keeping with the Second Friday tradition in Berlin, the town is hosting an Alice in Wonderland Art Stroll Show on Friday, April 8 from 5-8 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center.

All pieces of art will be Alice in Wonderland themed and on display during the Spring Celebration on

Saturday. Anyone can enter pieces into the show. There is no cost to participate.

To submit work for the Art Stroll, or be a volunteer (students get community service hours) contact the chamber at 410-641-4775 or chamberinfo@berlinchamber.org.

SNOW HILL: •The Burbage Funeral Home at 208 W. Federal St. in Snow Hill will host an Easter egg hunt at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 26. Children ages 2-8 are welcome to participate in the bring-your-own basket or bag event.

There will be prizes and refreshments.

For more information, call 410-6329991.

POCOMOKE: •Community clergy will have a Good Friday service today, March 25, at noon. It will be at Pitts Creek Presbyterian Church at 208 Market Street in Pocomoke.

•Salem United Methodist Church will have an Ecumenical Easter sunrise service on the Pocomoke River Sunday, March 27, starting at 6:50 a.m. on the dock directly behind the church.

Pastor Sally Dolch will speak and Salem Brass will provide special music during the service. Attendees should bring their own lawn chair. Call 410957-0991 for more information.

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per person; children 3 and under ride free. For more information or to make reservations, contact 443783-1409.

There is fun for adults too because The Burley Oak Brewing Company at 10016 Old Ocean City, Blvd. in Berlin will be hosting an Easter Keg Hunt beginning at noon on Saturday. Explore Berlin’s downtown bar scene while looking for Easter kegs and other random items within these establishments.

You’ll need to be back at the brewery by 4 p.m., so you don’t miss the award ceremony at 5 p.m.

Prizes will be awarded to the highest-scoring teams, best dressed teams and more!

Entry fee ($15 per person) includes pizza from Mama Della’s and 20 percent off beer during registration at the brewery from 12-1 p.m., plus a “Special Edition 2016 Easter Keg Hunt” koozie! There will be a minimum of 20 teams and each must consist of between three and six members.

Do you absolutely hate to cook or did your original plans for Easter dinner fall through and now you’re scrambling to figure out what to do?

Well, several restaurants in Ocean City and the surrounding area are celebrating with a special dinner.

Check out some of the eateries that are doing either brunch or dinner on Easter and if something sounds appealing, dial that phone quickly to reserve a table.

Nantucket’s Restaurant at 601 Coastal Highway in Fenwick Island is currently taking reservations for dinner on Easter Sunday. It will be serving a special holiday menu from 3-9 p.m. and you call 1-800-362-DINE to reserve a table.

Harpoon Hanna’s on Route 54 and the bay in Fenwick Island will begin serving Easter dinner at 1 p.m. on Sunday. Baked ham, shaved

prime rib, mashed potatoes and much more are included on this special menu, with adults eating for $24.99 and kids are just $12.99.

Harpoon Hanna’s will also have an a la carte Easter brunch menu from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Check out www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com for more info.

Seasons Restaurant inside the Carousel Oceanfront Hotel & Condos on 118th Street will be serving brunch on Easter Sunday from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. The cost is $22.50 for adults and $12.50 for children 4-12 (kids under 3 eat for free). Menu items will include madeto-order omelets, bacon, sausage, a carving station and assorted pastries. Reservations are suggested and can be made by calling 410524-1000.

An Easter Sunday brunch will be served in the Palmetto Ballroom at The Princess Royale Hotel on 91st Street, with seating times between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. The extensive menu includes an omelet station, chicken champagne, Belgian waffles, hickory smoked ham and much more. The price for adults is $20.95, while it’s $10.95 for children under age 10 and kids under five eat for free. Call now to reserve a table for your loved ones — 410524-7777, extension 2131.

Ropewalk on 82nd Street and the bay will be serving both brunch and a traditional three-course Easter dinner on Saturday and on Easter Sunday as well. The popular eatery is also now open each week Wednesday through Sunday for both lunch and dinner. Happy hour runs all day and night with various food specials to enjoy while you unwind.

The Hobbit Restaurant on 81st Street and the bay is also featuring a special menu on Easter Sunday from 12-7 p.m. Included is a roast turkey dinner with stuffing, mashed potatoes and green beans for

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cate meighan The Worcester County Arts Council invites all artists to participate in “Signs of Spring,” a juried art show to be held in April at the Arts Council’s Gallery at 6 Jefferson St. in Berlin. The exhibition is open to all artists, professional or amateur, with work in all media. All work must be original and completed within the last three years. Work must be delivered to the Arts Council’s Gallery between March 30-31; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. to be accepted.

Artwork submitted for the competition will be juried in and judged by an accomplished artist and Salisbury University art professor, Bill Wolff. Detailed entry guidelines are available on the Arts Council’s website: www.worcestercountyartscouncil.org The inaugural BunnyCon OCMD will take place on Saturday, April 2 at 2 p.m. at Cork Bar & Grill at 3 Wicomico Street in downtown Ocean City. Bring cash only, walking shoes and bunny attire is a must-have.

Also, expect lines at participating establishments and don’t drink and drive! Ocean City Strong, a local charity that raises awareness about childhood leukemia, is one of the organization’s that will benefit from this fun event.

The Home, Condo and Outdoor Show will take place from Friday, April 8 through Sunday, April 19 at the convention center on 40th Street and Coastal Highway. Hundreds of pros will be on hand to offer a multitude of ideas on decorating, remodeling and accessorizing your home. This is a great event, not only for current homeowners, but for future homeowners as well.

For more info, call 410-213-8090.

The Eastern Shore Ballet will present Snow White on Saturday, April 9 with performances at 2 p.m.

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Jody, Joe and Morgan Bachman join Kim Mathias, right, at Brew Grass last Saturday at Fager's Island on 60th Street.

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You can also enjoy a 5-oz. filet mignon with roasted potatoes and green beans for $18.95. Reservations are strongly recommended for Easter Sunday and can be made by calling 410-524-8100.

32 Palm Restaurant on 32nd Street in the Hilton is serving an Easter Sunday brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The carving station will include roasted leg of lamb, prime rib and honey-baked ham. A hot station will feature various sides and an omelet station will be making eggs to order. The price for adults is $29.95 and children ages 5-12 are $14.95. Reservations are suggested and can be made by calling 410-289-2525.

The Dunes Manor at 2800 N. Baltimore Ave. will be having an Easter brunch on Sunday with seatings at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. An extensive menu, photos with the Easter Bunny, face painting and live musical entertainment are all included at a cost of $34.95 per person. Call 1-800-523-2888 for more info.

Coins Pub & Restaurant in the 28th Street Plaza is featuring halfprice entrees from 4-9 p.m. on Easter Sunday. Call 410-289-3100 for reservations.

Ocean City Fish Company on Golf Course Road in West Ocean City will be serving an all-you-can-eat brunch on Easter Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 410-213-2525 for reservations.

The Full Moon Saloon at 12702 Old Bridge Rd. in West Ocean City will be having an Easter Sunday brunch served from 8 a.m. to noon.

It will then kick off its normal Sunday Funday at 1 p.m. with great food and drink specials, including halfdozen oysters on a half shell for $3.95.

Sunset Grille, dockside in West Ocean City, will be celebrating Easter all weekend long. Beginning at 4 p.m. on Friday, kids can eat for free (one free child per every paying adult) and have their pictures taken with the Easter Bunny.

On Saturday, Easter brunch begins at 10 a.m. with a visit from the Easter Bunny and dyeing eggs also scheduled. An Easter egg hunt is also on tap beginning at 2 p.m.

Then on Easter Sunday, Sunset Grille will begin serving a special brunch at 10 a.m. Reservations can be made by calling 410-213-8110.

After we wrap up this holiday weekend, there is still going to be plenty to do here. Planet Maze on 33rd Street and Coastal Highway will be open at 10 a.m. daily to celebrate spring break through Monday.

Here’s your chance to enjoy a fun game of laser tag and mini golf (weather permitting) during the popular venue’s extended hours.

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HOROSCOPE ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

A positive attitude may help you overcome any challenges that come your way this week, Aries.

Maintain this positivity and things will ultimately work out for the best.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, offer others positive feedback when they deserve it. Your willingness to give credit where it’s due is why others find you so easy to work with.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

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Welcoming guests to Fager's Island's Brew Grass event last Saturday at the 60th Street venue, from left, are John Campbell, Dee Gabriel, Gabby Brown and Noah Keithley.

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and 7 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center on 40th Street and Coastal Highway. All tickets are $15. Call 410-289-2100 for more info.

Berlin will host its Annual Spring Celebration, on Saturday, April 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The day will be filled with games, crafts, plus a screening of the movie “Alice In Wonderland” in the visitor’s center.

In keeping with the Wonderland theme, there will be characters from the book and a Mad Hatter hat contest. A kids’ tea party will take place in the Visitor’s Center, with seatings at 11 a.m., 12:15 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. More info on this even can be found at www.berlinchamber.org.

Ocean City welcomes the 5th Annual Susan G. Komen Ocean City Race for the Cure on Saturday, April 16. The 5K Race will begin at the inlet parking lot and continues up the Boardwalk to 17th street, turns around and ends back at the inlet parking lot.

The Race Village (inlet lot) will be transformed into a family-friendly party atmosphere, with vendor tents, activities, entertainment, food and beverages. This run/walk event aims to increase awareness and support in the fight against breast cancer.

The Race Village will open at 7 a.m. with a festival-like atmosphere.

For more info, contact Jessica Evans at 443-366-5083 or jevans@komenmd.org Whether it’s dinner with the family or a girls’ night out, there are plenty of places with great food and drink specials to choose from in OC and the surrounding area. The Original Greene Turtle on 116th Street and Coastal Highway has happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-7 p.m., and don’t forget the nightly Turtle Power Hour from 10-11 p.m. with

Gemini, others will be very receptive to your fresh ideas this week.

Be prepared to explain these ideas in as much detail as possible and enjoy the fruits of your labors.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, some good news is just over the horizon. Resist the temptation to celebrate prematurely, but don’t be surprised when Lady Luck breaks your way.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

$2 domestic drafts and $4 import drafts. Check out www.thegreeneturtle.com for more menu selections and a list of upcoming entertainment.

BJ’s on the Water on 75th Street is featuring daily winter half-price specials on particular entrees that are sure to please. On Sunday, you can enjoy the fried seafood platter.

Monday’s spotlight is on the crab imperial dinner and Tuesday’s feature is the twin crab cake dinner.

Wednesday is stuffed flounder and Thursday you can grab the flash fried shrimp dinner for half-price.

All entrees are served with two sides. BJ’s has happy hour MondayFriday 4-7 p.m. and then there is a late happy hour Sunday-Thursday from 10 p.m. until 2 a.m. Live entertainment is the focus at BJ’s several nights a week, so check out their schedule of live acts at www.bjsonthewater.com.

Bourbon Street on the Beach on 116th Street and Coastal Highway has happy hour daily from 3-7 p.m. and live entertainment on weekends. Its menu includes fresh seafood, steaks, crab and several signature dishes. Bourbon Street is also very kid-friendly with a special menu for your tots to choose from.

Fager’s Island on 60th Street and the bay has some great seasonal specials (all beginning at 5 p.m.) that you’re going to love. Sunday and Monday you can choose from either half-price prime rib or fish, Wednesday is half-price burger night and on Thursday you can enjoy a 1.25-pound steamed lobster for just $11.95. Friday night celebrate happy hour from 5-9 p.m. with a half price appetizer menu.

Fager’s also has a great Sunday jazz brunch each week from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. with Everett Spells. You can also keep an eye on the events that will be coming up at Fager’s Is-

land by checking out www.fagers.com.

Ky West on 54th Street and Coastal Highway is still one of the best eateries in OC. Happy hour (at the bar only) runs 4-7 p.m. with daily food and drink specials and Monday-Thursday there is an $18 entree menu. Ky West also has live entertainment every Saturday night

by DJ Rhoadie.

Frog Bar & Grill at the Inlet Village has reopened its doors for the spring season. Stop in Friday-Sunday for $5 crushes and $3 frog shooters, plus $2.50 Bud Light bottles all the time. Happy hour currently runs 3-6 p.m.

The Greene Turtle West on Route 611 in West Ocean City has added some delicious spring specials to the menu. On Monday, you can choose between prime rib for $13.99 beginning at 5 p.m. or a domestic pitcher and pizza deal at 7 p.m. for $14.99. Tuesday’s feature is a $4.99 taco basket with chips and salsa and throwback Thursday means $6 burgers and cheesesteaks. Raw bar Friday runs from 4-7 p.m. and includes $.60 clams and $.75 oysters. The Greene Turtle West’s new happy hour is now running Monday through Friday 3-7 p.m.

Decatur Diner on Route 611 Stephen Decatur Highway is the place to go if you love diner food (and who doesn’t?). If you love breakfast, then the menu here will totally hit the spot and its grilled cheese is the ultimate comfort food. Decatur Diner is also home to the infamous pipeline burger. If you finish one of those, then you get to sign one of the surfboards hanging on the wall.

That’s it for this week. If you have an event coming up or know of something that deserves a mention then email me at cate@oceancitytoday.net

A number of opportunities are coming your way in the near future, Leo. Just get ready to take advantage of these chances when opportunity knocks. It rarely knocks twice.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Relationships are on your mind, Virgo. You are anxious to show loved ones how much you care for them, and they will respond in kind.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, you have plenty on your plate lately, but you also have to find a way to fit in some time for rest. Running at a frantic pace is a recipe for burn-out.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, let go of some of the responsibilities you have recently taken on. Trust that others around you can handle these tasks just as capably. Enjoy the extra free time.

You earned it.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, even though the world has lately presented plenty of twists and turns, you can still enjoy the ride. Keep an open mind to all new opportunities.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, a big project is yours to make work. This is a big responsibility, but you are up to the task.

Keep forging ahead and you will be pleased with the results.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Focusing on one thing is a tricky proposition this week, Aquarius.

You have a lot of things on your mind, but do your best to maintain focus. Take breaks, if necessary.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Someone’s criticism may shock you, Pisces, but that could be for the best. It may just ground you and bring you back to reality.

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Students honored with ‘Women of Tomorrow’ awards

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) Trailblazing young women who recognize the groundwork accomplished by prior generations were honored during a Women’s History Month luncheon on March 16 at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street in Ocean City.

The event was sponsored by the Worcester County Commission for Women who presented half a dozen students, from grades 7-12, with “Women of Tomorrow” awards.

During an interview prior to the ceremony, Tierra Watkins, an 11th grader at Snow Hill High School, said her recognition resulted from a strong support system.

“I think it’s about the people that helped me get to this point,” she said.

Pocomoke High School 10th grader Tatyana Waters marveled at the lineladen ballroom while noting her pride in being the sole representative from her school.

“This is not something you do every day,” she said. “Females don’t usually get a lot of credit.”

T’Nae Fitch, an eighth grader at Snow Hill Middle School, said her social studies teacher, Maria Thompson, encouraged her to compose a letter of interest to be considered for the honor.

“My teacher said she thought I had great leadership skills,” she said.

Others, like Stephen Decatur High School 10th grader Laila Mirza said her sister, Zainab Mirza, currently a senior at the same school, inspired her involvement after discovering the award application online. She also noted her 14-year-old sister, Zehra Mirza, was instrumental in the process that started “by putting myself out there.”

“My sisters push me to be a better, well-rounded person,” she said. “They helped me get to where I am today.”

Gratitude for assistance from the larger community was on the forefront of Lydia Woodley’s thoughts, an eighth grader at Stephen Decatur Middle School.

“I don’t think it would have happened without the support of the community,” she said. “Both my school and my church have given me a lot of opportunities to participate in different activities.”

Snow Hill High School senior Kallie Blakelock viewed the event as an opportunity to meet a new wave of role models.

“I’ve been inspired by a number of teachers,” she said. “I see this as a way to meet new people.”

Proving that chance meetings in unexpected places can sometimes be eventful, Mirza related an impactful moment that transpired when she volunteered at a soup kitchen during fifth grade.

“I didn’t want to go,” she said. “I wanted to stay home and watch TV all day.”

Winners of the “Women of Tomorrow” award from the Worcester County Commission for Women, from left, T’Nae Fitch, Kallie Blakelock, Tierra Watkins, Laila Mirza, Lydia Woodley and Tatyana Waters, were honored during a luncheon on March 16 at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street in Ocean City.

As she was serving salad to a line of hungry and needy people, she noticed a deaf lady approaching. Having previously familiarized herself with the American Manual Alphabet, she took the opportunity to communicate with the hard-of-hearing individual, whose gratitude transcended verbal language.

“When she left she kept smiling and her smile will never erase from my memory,” she said. “That moment when she looked at me changed my perspective on everything.”

Speaking of altering perspectives, Woodley, who aspires to a career in journalism, thinks the future looks bright for the next generation of women.

“I do think there are more roads opening for up for females,” she said.

“Twenty years ago it would have been harder for me to get the resources I use now to help me.”

Valuing the assets on hand, Fitch, who strives to one day own a culinary related business, discovered her potential path after a childhood spent admiring her grandmother’s talent at cuisine preparation.

“Every time she’s in the kitchen I’m right behind her,” she said. “She’s a strong woman and I can learn from her.”

Staying focused to avoid losing track of future goals is the largest priority for Waters, who said she hopes to attend a preforming arts college due to an affinity for theatre.

“It’s something I can enjoy doing for 30-plus years,” she said. “I never let anything get in my way. When obstacles come along you have to maintain a strong mind.”

Still undecided on an educational institution, Blakelock, who possesses stellar language skills and hopes to major in early education, acknowledged the vitality of women.

“Some of the strongest people in your school or community can be women,” she said.

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Directing the constant influx of St. Patrick’s Day revelers at Smitty McGee’s in Fenwick Island, last Thursday, from left, are Sabrina Sturla, Kayla Bellman and Emily Campbell.

Members of the Ocean City Pipes and Drums group prepare to entertain the masses gathered at Smitty McGee’s on Route 54 last Thursday during the St. Patrick’s Day festivities.

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Bartenders, from left, Joe Means, Tristan Oldershaw and Ed Ruggerio keep Smitty McGee’s patrons happy during last week’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

Friends, from left, Sandy Lynn, Sallie Preston and Tracy McElroy were among the dozens of people celebrating St. Patrick’s Day at Shenanigan’s Bar & Grille on the Boardwalk at Fourth Street.

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Mike Todd, left, shows off his shamrock pride with friends Susan and Pat McDonough at Shenanigan’s Bar & Grille. The Fourth Street bar hosted dozens of people for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration on March 17.

Dublin native Fiona Martinez, left, and friend Cynthia Longueria take a break from the St. Patrick’s Day party festivities at Shenanigan’s Irish Bar & Grille with a brief trip to the Boardwalk on March 17.

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Brooke McClure, left, Matt Bayline and Bonnie Stockton-Lopez, stop working for a quick picture during a busy St. Patrick’s Day at Duffy’s Tavern on 130th Street.

Jeff Mozal, left, is joined by Nancy Mozal, Ken Balle and Lynn Butler to celebrate in green at Duffy’s Tavern on 130th Street on St. Patrick’s Day.

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Vietnam veterans to be celebrated

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) Vietnam veterans and their families are invited to the American Legion Post #166 on Wednesday, March 30, for the fourth annual “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day,” from noon to 4 p.m. on 24th Street.

The event kicks off with an hour of welcoming, conversation and the opportunity to talk with a few support groups.

A Veterans Affairs service officer will be on hand, support groups from the Lower Shore Veterans Network, Coastal Hospice, Diakonia and Veterans Transportation Network are also slated to attend the event.

“It is the only event that welcomes and honors Vietnam veterans,” said Bill Wolf, Post #166 service officer.

“Veterans should attend not only to see other Vietnam veterans, but to find out what supportive services there are for them, what help there is available and the health issues from

Agent Orange [herbicidal warfare program] and PTSD. We want to reach them and help them.”

At 1 p.m., Commander of Post #166, Sarge Garlitz, will say a few words in addition to Nelson Kelly, president of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #1091.

Attendees can snack on lite fare including sandwiches while mingling with friends, collecting information and watching a few videos set to play throughout the event.

“We have Veteran’s Day and Memorial Day when all veterans are honored, but this is for Vietnam veterans,” Wolf said. “The guiding principle of the Vietnam Veterans of America is ‘Never again will one generation of veterans abandon another.’

As we were abandoned when we came home from ‘Nam.” The Department of Defense introduced the “Vietnam War 50th Commemoration” more than four years ago to honor members of the military who served in the Vietnam War.

“These men and women served their country and were given ‘short shift’ and castigated by the public instead of being welcomed for their service,” Wolf said.

The American Legion Post #166 became a partner and holds two events each year for Vietnam veterans including on the anniversary of the TET Offensive in January.

“It has since become a yearly event and with the formation of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #1091 in 2014 a co-hosted event,” Wolf said. “Together we expect to continue these events for the foreseeable future.”

Veterans are encouraged to bring a copy of their DD-214 form.

For more information, email Oceancityvva@gmail.com or call 410289-3166.

Students have big aspirations Continued from Page 51 agent would be her ultimate dream job.

“When I watch a movie I think I can do that,” she chuckled. “I had a bad past but I didn’t let it determine my future.”

Although a future in the intelligence community might not have been what she was envisioning, Waters said proper determination is crucial for any pursuit.

“You can do anything if you put your mind to it,” she said.

Woodley echoed those sentiments while noting that an increasing number of girls coming of age today have bright futures ahead.

“Women are starting to see more open roads and beginning to venture down them,” she said. “And it is just the beginning.”

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Osprey nesting boxes project earns Scott Eagle Scout rank

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) Michael Scott, 15, of Berlin, received the highest rank in Boy Scouts on March 6 during his Eagle Scout ceremony at the Ocean City Elks Lodge on 137th Street.

To earn Eagle Scout recognition, life scouts must plan, develop and provide leadership to others through a service project in the community, schools or a religious organization.

For his project, Scott built two, 12-

foot, osprey nesting boxes and installed them in Worcester County on Holland Creek near Berlin and Herring Creek in West Ocean City.

“My family and I love the outdoors,” Scott said. “We go fishing, hunting, kayaking and bird watching.

I love the environment and wanted to help the Maryland Coastal Bays in their initiative to build osprey nesting boxes.”

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For his Eagle Scout project, Michael Scott built two, 12-foot, osprey nesting boxes and installed them in Worcester County on Holland and Herring creeks.

Scott’s boxes safe place for osprey to nest and lay eggs Continued from Page 53 Migratory Bird Treaty Act and were nearly wiped out in the 1970s due to pesticides, mainly DDT, he added.

They are used to monitor habitat temperatures, fish health and population.

These boxes offer a safe place for the local osprey population to nest and lay their eggs.

“Osprey are positioned at the top of the food chain and are considered to be an indicator species, meaning that their health and success directly re-

An Eagle Scout ceremony was held for Michael Scott, center, on March 6 at the Ocean City Elks Lodge #2645. His Eagle Scout project was to build osprey nesting boxes along the bays. Pictured with Scott, from left, are his brothers, Matthew and Luke, his father and mother, David and Karin Scott, Sen. Jim Mathias and Worcester County Commissioner Joe Mitrecic.

flects the status of the environment,” Scott said.

The sophomore at Stephen Decatur High School has been in the scouting program since first grade and received all ranks in Cub and Boy

Scouts. He is a member of Troop #225 and the Order of the Arrow, which is an honor society in scouting.

“Scouting has given me the chance to become a responsible leader and strong person,” Scott said. “I have

gone on some pretty incredible trips like white water rafting, biking on Cape Cod, fishing in Hatteras, sailing across the Chesapeake Bay, and hiking the Appalachian Trial in Maryland.”

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EAS EGG H TER U ALL D NTS MEET AY! T EAST HE E BUNN R Y!

Ham smothered in cherry-port glaze for Easter

By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (March 25, 2016) Culinary trivia is about to begin. What is the most popular protein that graces American menus during the Easter festivities? If one guessed ham, you are correct.

But what is very interesting is the fact that most home cooks are not familiar with the proper way to cook a ham. Overcooking is the most common mistake and should be avoided at all costs. On that note, let us delve into ham cookery 101.

When you purchase a ham at the supermarket, it is fully cooked and technically ready to eat. What you are doing at home is actually “warming” it up as opposed to cooking it. As a result, one’s goal is to minimize the amount of time the ham spends in the oven and to get the center of the ham to warm up quickly as possible.

Bone-in hams with natural juices are the least processed of all options at the grocery store and are often referred to by butchers as “city hams.” There is nothing particularly urban about city hams; the name simply indicates it is not a country ham. Besides quality and taste, bone-in hams yield the coveted leftover bone that brings soup to another level.

Boneless hams have gained popularity over the years; however, most novice cooks do not realize many of these hams contain several muscles that have been pressed together to look like a ham. This unnatural manipulation compromises the muscle structure, making them less able to retain the natural juices.

Another point that needs to be addressed is the subject of “wateradded” hams. It might sound juicier, but these hams are lacking in flavor and shed the extra water during the cooking process. Purpose intended is nullified by the actual factors that supposedly put it in classification above others.

The use of “water baths” is not just meant for custards. Placing a cold roast straight from the refrigerator into the oven is going to take a considerable amount of time to warm up the center of the meat. If one soaks a wrapped ham in warm water for 90 minutes, the internal temperature can be raised as much as 60 degrees. Remember, the less time in the oven equates less moisture loss.

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NOW PLAYING BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-7575 www.bjsonthewater.com March 25: Full Circle, 9 p.m.

March 26: Dust ‘n Bones, 9 p.m.

March 30: Monkee Paw, 5 p.m.

BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH 116th Street, behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium Ocean City 443-664-2896 www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com Every Friday: Dave Sherman, 6-10 p.m.

Every Wednesday: Open Mic, 8 p.m. to midnight Every Thursday: Chris Button & Dave Sherman, 5-9 p.m.

Dave Sherman March 27: Just Jay, 4-7 p.m.

CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th St. & Baltimore Ave. Ocean City 410-289-7192 www.captainstableoc.com Every Friday & Saturday: Phil Perdue CASINO AT OCEAN DOWNS 10218 Racetrack Road Berlin 410-641-0600 www.oceandowns.com March 26: Everett Spells, 4:30-8:30 p.m.; Monkee Paw Trio, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

DUFFY’S TAVERN 130th Street in the Montego Bay Shopping Center 410-250-1449 www.duffysoc.com March 25: Bob Hughes, 5-9 p.m.

FAGER’S ISLAND 60th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-5500 www.fagers.com March 25: DJ Hook, 9 p.m.; The Piranhas, 9:30 p.m.

March 26: DJ RobCee, 1 p.m.; Scotts New Band, 9:30 p.m.

March 27: Everett DJ Hook Spells, 10 a.m.

March 28: Bob Lougheed, Elvis Tribute, 9:30 p.m.

HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 S. Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-1846 www.ocharborside.com March 25: DJ Billy T, 4 p.m.

March 26: Simple Truth, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m.

March 27: Opposite Directions,

SIMPLE TRUTH Harborside Bar & Grill, Saturday, March 26, 2-6 p.m.

2-6 p.m.; DJ Billy T, 7 p.m.

March 31: Opposite Directions, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

HARPOON HANNA’S Route 54 and the bay Fenwick Island, Del. 800-227-0525 302-539-3095 www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com March 25: Dave Hawkins, 5-10 p.m.

March 26: Dave Sherman, 5-10 p.m.

HOOTERS Rt. 50 & Keyser Point Road West Ocean City 410-213-1841 www.hootersofoc.com March 26: DJ BK, 7 p.m.

JOHNNY’S PIZZA & PUB 56th Street, bayside Ocean City 410-524-7499 www.johnnyspizzapub.com March 25: Jack Worthington March 26: Rob Fahey March 30: Randy Lee Ashcraft, 6 p.m.

KY WEST RESTAURANT & BAR 54th Street Ocean City 443-664-2836 www.kywestoceancity.com Every Friday: Mike Smith, 6:30 p.m.

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www.clarionoc.com March 25-26: Appaloosa, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.

ROPEWALK 82nd Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-1009 www.ropewalkoc.com Every Friday & Saturday: DJ SEACRETS 49th Street and the bay Ocean City

410-524-4900 www.seacrets.com March 25: The Wild Ones March 26: Opposite Directions, 5-9 p.m.; Rew Smith, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Steal The Sky, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

WHISKER’S BAR & GRILL 11070 Cathell Road, Suite 17 Pines Plaza, Ocean Pines 443-365-2576 March 25: Karaoke w/Donnie Berkey, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

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Allow ham to rest 15 minutes after taking out of oven Continued from Page 55 The temperature of the oven is very important; using a low temperature (250 degrees) reduces the heat differential between the exterior and interior of the meat. In addition, roasting a ham in a plastic oven bag traps the heat and further reduces the cooking time.

Word of caution, forgo the packets of pre-made glaze. They are generally very sweet and the flavor components are less than desired. Homemade glazes are always the preferred option.

Another common mishap when preparing ham is not allowing the meat to rest. Ham is no exception to the rule and must rest for 15 minutes when it comes out of the oven. Keep in mind, the muscle fibers need time to relax so they can preserve the coveted juices.

Ham smothered in a cherry-port glaze is a delectable twist on traditional Dijon mustard glazes. The following recipe is simple which allows the host to concentrate on other aspects of the holiday meal. Enjoy and have a happy Easter!

Easter Ham with Cherry-Port Glaze

Ham 1 (7 to 10 pound) spiral-sliced bone-in ham 1 large plastic oven bag Cherry-Port Glaze ½ cup ruby port 1 cup packed dark brown sugar 2/3 cup cherry preserves 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger 1 teaspoon freshly grated Sichuan black pepper 1. Leaving ham’s plastic or foil covering intact, place ham in large container and cover with hot tap water for 45 minutes. Drain and repeat the process for another 45 minutes.

2. Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Unwrap ham and discard plastic disk covering the bone. Place ham in oven bag and tie securely. Place ham cut side down in large roasting pan and cut 4 slits in top of the bag. Bake until ham registers 100 degrees.

3. Combine all glaze ingredients in a small bowl.

4. Remove ham from oven and increase temperature to 350 degrees. Cut open bag and roll back sides to expose ham. Brush ham with 1/3 cherry-port glaze and bake for 10 minutes.

5. Remove ham from oven and transfer to carving board. Brush entire ham with another third of glaze. Let ham rest, loosely cover with aluminum foil for 15 minutes.

6. While ham is resting, heat remaining third of glaze with 5 tablespoons ham juices until it thickens.

Carve ham and offer thickened sauce tableside.

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Lougheed beats pancreatic cancer; takes stage as Elvis

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) Bob Lougheed understands the importance of savoring every moment.

For the last half dozen years, Lougheed, who was born and raised in Claymont, Delaware, has performed an Elvis tribute show for national and international crowds.

Diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in June 2007 at the age of 46, Lougheed underwent an intensive two-year battle that involved the Whipple procedure, a surgery to remove tumors in the pancreas, and extensive treatment at the Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia. Bucking the odds, Lougheed managed to survive and received a second lease on life in late 2009 when surgical oncologist Dr. John Hoffman confirmed the cancer was in remission.

“Pancreatic cancer has a survival rate of only 6 percent,” he said. “It’s the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S.” With the wind lifting his sails forward to a new life chapter, Lougheed, though still uncertain of his next move, decided to relocate near the beach in Millsboro, Delaware.

“After I got over cancer I did a regrouping,” he said.

Thanks to the influence of his older sister, Bev Rocheleau, who weaned her

brother on Elvis and other early rockabilly tunes at the tender age of 3, Lougheed has a lifelong passion for the hip swiveling King of Rock and Roll.

During his high school years he even won a talent competition crooning Elvis hits, and over the intervening years, typically at the urging of family and friends, would belt out a few tunes at weddings.

Fresh off his successful campaign to survive the virtual death sentence of pancreatic cancer, and with his brother Earl’s encouragement, Lougheed squared off his side burns for an impromptu Elvis performance at JD Shuckers, on Route 24 in Lewes, Delaware in December 2009. It proved to be a fateful decision.

Among those intrigued by Lougheed’s stage presence was the entertainment director for a nearby retirement facility, Renaissance Healthcare.

Lougheed was quick to accept when approached to perform at a 90th birthday party for an old-school Elvis fan, who by chance shared a birthday with the singer from Tupelo, Mississippi.

“The lady asked me how much I charge to do a show,” he recalled. “I said rent the (stage) suit and I’ll come over and do a show.”

Having recently stared down his own mortality, Lougheed felt an instant affinity for the elderly woman, who was celebrating what would turn out to be

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Bob Lougheed pays tribute to Elvis during a solo show at Fager’s Island on 60th Street last month.

He is scheduled to return to the same venue for another tribute performance on Monday, March 28 at 6 p.m.

her last birthday. On Jan. 8, 2010, Lougheed donned a sequin-studded jumpsuit and channeled the spirit of Elvis for about 20 residents, associated family members, staff and invited guests.

“I gave her a smile for a hour at the end of her life,” he said. “My girlfriend

was there and we all cried.”

Despite her dire health, the music appeared to reenergize the 90-year-old woman.

“She did not sit still in her wheel chair for the entire show,” he said. “I realized it was fun to entertain.”

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Raising pancreatic cancer awareness priority for singer Continued from Page 58 The performance would mark yet another turning point in Lougheed’s life, as the emotion of the moment was palpable to all who attended. Earl Lougheed was among the first to make the leap from a one-off performance to a new direction.

“Did you see the look on that lady’s face and how she was touched?”

Lougheed recalls his brother asking.

Before Elvis incarnate had even left the building following the birthday show, a number of entertainment directors from neighboring retirement homes were clamoring for his services.

“By the time I left that show I had six other bookings,” he said. “My brother said ‘you’re going to need some equipment.’”

In short order, Lougheed decided to embrace his inner artist and dropped his full-time gig in tile sales.

“Within about six to seven weeks I had to give up my day job,” he said. “It’s passion and at the end of the day it’s really not a job.”

Lougheed’s road to Graceland began when he won an Elvis tribute contest at the Dewey Beach Festival, in September 2012. This entitled him to compete with 25 peers from around the world at the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest held each August since Graceland became open to the public in 1982.

At one point during the sojourn, Lougheed and a friend were standing near Elvis’ grave, while the large reverent throng silently absorbed the emotion-laden moment.

“My friend whispered in my ear, ‘Hey let’s jump in the pool,’” he said.

When Lougheed protested that the aquatic adventure would likely involve interacting with law enforcement, his cohort scoffed.

“We’re Elvi, they won’t arrest us,” he recalls his buddy stating. “The next day I read that two girls got arrested for jumping in the pool.”

Reflecting, Lougheed now sees it as a lost opportunity.

“That could have been us,” he said.

“That would have been great publicity.”

Although the bulk of Lougheed’s performances are solo, he also appears with the Memphis Mafia, an eight-piece band that primarily focuses on Elvis’ 1970’s Las Vegas stage shows.

“We’re on pace to do about 39 band shows this year,” he said. “I prefer being with the band.”

Although there are a few staples, Lougheed enjoys taking a cue from the audience when delving into Elvis’ extensive songbook.

“My band wishes I would limit it to 20 songs, but we do about 60-70,” he said. “There is a lot of material to pick from.”

Whether he’s plowing through “Hound Dog,” “Jailhouse Rock,” “Baby Let’s Play House” or any of Elvis’ numerous classics, the highest priority for Lougheed is raising awareness and funding to battle pancreatic cancer. He estimates that roughly 70 percent of his shows are connected to charitable causes.

“It’s the first question I ask when we get bookings,” he said.

One organization Lougheed has worked extensively with is the Sussex County Cancer Survivors Fund, which was founded in 2008, and since that time has raised more than $155,000 to finance cancer research.

Citing luck as a key factor in his survival, Lougheed, 56, feels fortunate to avoid making the extensive list of people killed by pancreatic cancer, which includes such notables as comedians Jack Benny and Bill Hicks, opera singer Luciano Pavarotti, novelist Ralph Ellison, jazz legends Count Basie and Dizzy Gillespie and rock musicians Syd Barrett and Jon Lord. With approximately 94 out of 100 people diagnosed with pancreatic cancer quickly succumbing, Lougheed knows the battle must continue.

“People shouldn’t survive this because they got lucky,” he said. “They should survive because there are treatment options.”

Lougheed will perform solo at Fager’s Island on 60 Street, Monday, March 28 at 6 p.m. It is free to attend.

WCCW Empowering Women Scholarship deadline, April 1 (March 25, 2016) The Worcester County Commission for Women announces the Empowering Women Scholarship for a female resident of Worcester County.

A scholarship of $500 will be given to the deserving candidate who anticipates enrollment at an accredited college or university pursuing an undergraduate degree in the fall of 2016. Applicants will be judged primarily on their educational goals.

To apply, the candidate must fill out the application form. The forms can be picked up at the Worcester

County high school counselor’s office or a local Worcester County Library, Worcester County Health Department or Worcester Youth and Family Counseling offices. The form is also available under Events at www.fwccw.org.

The application along with the supporting documents should be mailed to the Worcester County Commission for Women, ATTN: Michelle Bankert, 12626 Selsey Road, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 no later than Friday, April 1.

For more information, contact Bankert at 410-213-1162.

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Gavin Buchheit, a third grader at Showell Elementary, celebrates his informational writing by displaying his book and his compliment poster created in Karin Lertora's class.

The Bank of Delmarva presents a $25,000 donation to help fund the campaign to build Coastal Hospice at the Ocean. Pictured, from left, are Attorney Dirk Widdowson, chairman of the campaign committee; Coastal Hospice President Alane Capen; and from the Bank of Delmarva, President and CEO Edward M. Thomas and Senior Vice President Debbie Abbott.

TOP ATHLETES Stephen Decatur High School juniors Christina Romano and Andrew Gottfried were named Premier Athletes of the Month for January. Romano, who participates in indoor track, earned first place in both the Bayside Conference and the 3A East Regional titles in the high jump. Gottfried won the regional championship in the 100-yard butterfly and placed second in the 200-yard freestyle. He was a member of the third-place 200yard medley and the 400-yard freestyle Decatur relay teams. At states, Gottfried took second in the 100 butterfly and ninth in the 200 freestyle.

He was a member of the 200-yard medley and 400-yard freestyle relay teams, which both finished 10th. Each month, Premier Driving School recognizes two outstanding athletes, a male and a female, for their accomplishments in their sport and in the classroom. Pictured, from left, are SDHS Assistant Principal Ryan Cowder, Romano, Gottfried and Premier Driving School representative Geri Riden.

SOUP DINNER Father Michael Moyer of Diakonia enjoys a soup dinner during the Empty Bowl Project last Saturday night at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street. More than 400 people attended the event that benefits programs of Diakonia and the Art League of Ocean City.

GOLD’S NEW LOGO Worcester County GOLD (Giving Other Lives Dignity) has launched a new logo to identify its programs, materials and activities. The logo features an umbrella that symbolizes the protection that GOLD provides to Worcester County families in crisis, vulnerable adults and children in foster care. The local nonprofit held a competition among Worcester County high school art students in 2015. Rachel Thomas of Stephen Decatur High School submitted the winning concept which was the inspiration for the final design executed by D3 Corp of Ocean City. Pictured with the new logo are Claire Otterbein, executive director of GOLD, left, and Board President Carol Jacobs. GOLD has been providing emergency assistance and special programs for local citizens since 1996.

JUMP ROPE FOR HEART In January, Ocean City Elementary School students in grades 1-4 participated in the annual Jump Rope for Heart event, raising $22,500 for the American Heart Association. The 400 participants collected donations and showed their caring hearts and outstanding sportsmanship by helping others. The money raised each year helps the American Heart Association research new methods to assist heart and stroke patients. Pictured, in front, from left, are David Gigauri, Sam Krasner and Max McGuire, and in back, Aarnav Tiwari, Lincoln Kifoto, Cash Nagle, John Fohner and Giovanni Gregg.

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VALENTINES FOR VETS Showell Elementary School participated in the 2016 Valentines for Veterans Program. Under the direction of John Cooley, the school’s art instructor, students created handmade cards to show the veterans who are currently in one of the four Maryland veterans’ hospitals how they are thankful for their service and grateful for their sacrifices and commitment to the country and its citizens. The Republican Women of Worcester County has sponsored this program for 16 years. Pictured, from left, are Cooley, Tilly Callahan, Tyler Kim, Liam Collins, Maya Trophy, Penelope Lavazzo and Principal Diane Shorts.

PAGE PROGRAM Delegate Mary Beth Carozza (District 38C) is joined by Page Zainab Mirza, a senior at Stephen Decatur High School, on Feb. 24 at her office in Annapolis. Local high school seniors spent a week in Annapolis working for the General Assembly as part of the Page Program.

D.A.R.E PROGRAM BOOK REVISION Showell Elementary third grader Henry Putsch revises his informational book about the fun you can have at Jolly Roger Water Park in Michael Johnson's class.

Worcester Prep fifth graders recently participated in the D.A.R.E (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) Program taught

by Sgt. Matthew Crisafulli of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office. The purpose of the D.A.R.E program is to teach children refusal skills to avoid the temptation of drug experimentation and the pressure of peers to engage in drug use. Students received their D.A.R.E graduation certificates on Feb. 16. Sgt. Crisafulli congratulates Parker Tingle.

ESSAY CONTEST WINNERS The General Levin Winder Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) hosted a reception at Worcester Prep on Feb. 17 to present awards to four students who won the DAR American History Essay Contest. This year’s essay topic was “A Colonial Family’s Reaction to the Stamp Act.” Worcester Prep winners were fifth grader Linley Hill, sixth grader Marshall Mumford, seventh grader Ben Brandt and eighth grader Max Taylor. Representatives of the General Levin Winder Chapter pictured with the contest winner, from left, are Ann Fowler, Marion Chambers, Carol Morrison, Carol Wanzer, Barbara May, Hill, Taylor, American History Chairman Joan Chambers, Brandt, Mumford, Pat Arata and Marty Pusey.

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Deadline for DPI Scholarship Prog. application April 1

DelliGatti and Evans walk chairs

(March 25, 2016) March of Dimes announced that Sarah DelliGatti and Sarah Evans have accepted the role of 2016 March for Babies chairs for the Worcester County March for Babies walk.

DelliGatti and Evans will play an integral role in raising awareness and funds to advance the lifesaving research, education and programs at the core of the March of Dimes effort to find causes and preventions for preterm birth, birth defects and infant mortality.

“Premature birth is the leading cause of death for newborns. One in 10 babies in the U.S. is born too soon,” Evans said. “Together, we will work to ensure that the Foundation’s mission continues to improve the health of babies in Worcester County.”

The March of Dimes is working hard to help women have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies.

March for Babies is its largest annual fundraising event. It gives hope to the more than 380,000 babies born too soon each year in the United States.

“It takes leaders in our community working together to ensure more moms have healthy pregnancies,” DelliGatti said.

Last year, more than 100 people attended March for Babies at Assateague State Park. They raised over $40,000 for the March of Dimes.

“We are grateful for DelliGatti and Evans commitment and are excited to

Sarah DelliGatti, left, and Sarah Evans, have accepted the role of 2016 March of Dimes March for Babies chairs for the Worcester County walk on Saturday, May 7, at 10 a.m. at Assateague State Park.

have them supporting our mission,” said Jessica Hales, Eastern Shore Division director for the March of Dimes “Their passion and commitment to helping local families will be a huge driving factor in the success of our event.”

The Worcester County March for Babies event will be held on Saturday, May 7, beginning at 10 a.m. at Assateague State Park.

Visit www.marchforbabies.org to start a team with co-workers, family and friends or to make a donation.

The 2016 March for Babies is spon-

sored nationally by Kmart, Famous Footwear, Macy’s, Cigna, United Airlines and Mission Pharmacal. Local sponsors include: Presenting sponsor, Preston Automotive Group; Gold Sponsor, The Burbage Family; and Bronze Sponsors, Carefirst, The Beach House OCMD, Moore and Company, Real Estate Title and Escrow, LLC. The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. For information, visit www.marchofdimes.org/marylandmetrodc or www.nacersano.org.

(March 25, 2016) Applications for the 2016 Delmarva Poultry Industry, Inc. (DPI) College Scholarship Program must be received at the DPI office by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 1.

Undergraduate applicants must be a resident of the Delmarva Peninsula and a student in good standing at any accredited, degree-granting institution in the United States.

The program is also open to high school seniors who have been accepted to an accredited, degreegranting institution. Individuals must have an academic major in a subject area relevant to any segment of Delmarva’s poultry industry and be planning a career in this industry. An official transcript must accompany each application.

Graduate student applicants must meet the above criteria, with the exception of Delmarva residency, and the individual must be engaged in research that directly benefits Delmarva’s poultry industry.

Application forms and additional scholarship information are available on the DPI website: www.dpichicken.org, click on college scholarships (left menu column), or contact the DPI office at 800-878-2449 or by e-mail at dpi@dpichicken.com.

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Worcester County Historical Society spring dinner, April 8 (March 25, 2016) The Worcester County Historical Society is planning its annual spring dinner for Friday, April 8, at the Pocomoke Community Center on Market and 14th streets.

The dinner will feature the Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary’s famous chicken and dumplings. This year’s speaker will be Gordon E. Katz, an award-winning author, who will discuss “Exploring West Ocean City: The other Side of the Bay.” The talk will be accompanied by a PowerPoint presentation that first briefly outlines the history of the area, beginning in the earliest years of the Maryland colony.

That discussion will be followed by a deeper look into one small slice of West Ocean City, drawn in large part from conversations with George Hurley, who grew up in West Ocean City.

Several years ago, Katz published a book telling about the early history of Ocean City from 1875 to 1890. This book received two prestigious awards: an Award of Merit from the American Association for State and

Local History and the Tee O’Connor Professional Award from the Lower Eastern Shore Heritage Council.

He is presently working on a sequel to that publication, which continues the story of both Ocean City and the surrounding areas of Eastern Worcester County from 1890 through the storm of 1933 that created the inlet.

There will also be a short photo presentation of the relocation of the Mt. Zion one-room school from Snow Hill to Furnace Town. Plans are to have the school open by the time Furnace Town opens for the season, Friday, April 1.

Doors will open for the event at 5:30 p.m. Friday evening and the dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $22 per person and can be purchased by sending a check to Robert Fisher, WCHS Treasurer, 230 South Washington St., Snow Hill, Maryland 21863. The deadline for reservations for the dinner, which is open to the public, is Friday, April 1.

Women’s Club Card & Game Party scheduled for April 7 (March 25, 2016) Enjoy a day of fun and friendships while overlooking the Ocean City skyline by joining the Women’s Club Card and Game Party on Thursday, April 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Restaurant at Lighthouse Sound in Bishopville.

There will be munchies, coffee, tea and water during play, plus a choice of lunch from the following entrees: Cup of tomato basil soup and half a sandwich on wheat bread; select chicken salad or tuna salad. Lighthouse salad (mesculin greens, cherry tomatoes, toasted walnuts, mandarin oranges with honey poppy seed dressing) served with grilled chicken.

Grilled Atlantic salmon filet served on ciabatta bread with a lemon, dill and sour cream sauce and fresh cucumber served with french fries.

This is a fundraiser to benefit the Club’s high school scholarship fund and community donations. Cost of this event is $25 per person. Ice cream sundae and raffles will complete the day.

Checks should be payable to WCOP and sent to WCOP Card Party, 20 Chatham Court, Berlin, Maryland 21811. Deadline for reservations is Thursday, March 31.

For information, call Pat Addy at 410-208-0171.

Scholarship award created to support minority teachers

(March 25, 2016) The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore is accepting applications for the 2016 Hazel Minority Teacher’s Scholarship Award.

The application deadline is April 1.

Scholarship amounts of up to $2,000 will be awarded.

Eligible minority residents in Wicomico, Somerset and Worcester counties who are interested in pursuing a teaching career, have demonstrated financial need, community involvement, academic achievement and extracurricular activities are urged to apply.

Information and how to access scholarship guidelines and application forms can be found at www.cfes.org.

Created in 1998 by the late Richard Hazel and his wife, Pat, the Hazel Minority Teacher’s Scholarship Award supports minority teachers. Since its founding, the Hazel Minority Teacher’s Scholarship Award has distributed more than $282,000 in scholarships to deserving local students interested in pursuing a career in education.

Celebrating 30 years of philanthropy, the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore has been serving the needs of Wicomico, Worcester and Somerset counties, granting more than $50 million.

For more information, visit www.cfes.org or call 410-742-9911.

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Humane soc. collecting empty beverage cans

(March 25, 2016) The Worcester County Humane Society is collecting empty beverage cans to recycle and turn into cash for the shelter animals, all while helping the environment.

Over the past few years, the shelter has been recycling cans through Salisbury Scrap Metal to earn extra money for the ongoing high costs of caring for the many animals who find their way to the no-kill shelter. Consistently, $2,500- $4,500 is earned per year through this program.

Those interested in dropping off cans can do so any day of the week.

There are trash cans conveniently located by the shelter’s mailbox right off of Eagles Nest Road. Bagged cans can also be dropped off right beside the collection trailer that is located next to the sheds on the shelter’s grounds.

Businesses and individuals who have a large amount of cans to be recycled can also call the shelter at 410-2130146 to schedule a pick-up by a shelter volunteer. The shelter is only taking empty, aluminum beverage cans to be taken to Salisbury Scrap Metal.

Another way to help the shelter and the environment is to bring empty ink cartridges to the Berlin facility. The shelter recycles these in return for cash for the animals. Any businesses who have a large amount of ink cartridges and would like to schedule for them to be picked up by a shelter vol-

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The Worcester County Humane Society is a private, nonprofit, no-kill animal shelter located off Stephen Decatur Highway in Berlin. The shelter is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (March 25, 2016) The resort will be awash in pink this October after the City Council granted approval during its March 7 meeting for the Ocean City Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K and 1-mile run/walk on the Boardwalk.

The 5K race, which will take place on Saturday, Oct. 22, will start at 9 a.m., with the 1-mile run/walk beginning five minutes later. The start/finish line, marked by a 25-foot inflatable arch, will be at the south end of the Boardwalk by the tram station. Two police escorts will accompany the race. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. and free parking will be available at the inlet lot.

Describing the event as a celebration of survivorship, Jamie Barrett, community manager for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of OC, said this is the sixth year the American Cancer Society has sponsored a fundraiser on the shore.

“The survivors are the heart of the walk and an important reminder why we’re doing it,” she said.

All proceeds raised will support research and local programs to combat breast cancer. On a national level, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks have unified close to 300 communities in efforts to increase awareness about the disease.

According to the nonprofit agency breastcancer.org, approximately 246,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women during 2016, as well as about 61,000 non-invasive cases. Not an ailment to discriminate, an estimated 2,600 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in men this year.

Attendees can also peruse the “Race Village,” which, in addition to a stage area, will have tent spaces designated for registration, breast cancer survivors, top fundraisers and advocacy.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancerbranded items will be for sale with all proceeds supporting research and local programs to address the disease.

“For the top fundraisers, we have pace setter status,” she said. “Individuals who raise $2,500 or more are honored with awards.”

Despite the Ocean City designation in her group’s title, Barrett points out its efforts cover the entire Eastern Shore.

“I’m trying to build some programs locally,” she said.

For information, visit www.makingstrideswalk.org/oceancitymd.

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‘Cans for the Community’ BOC food drive for Diakonia

(March 25, 2016) The Maryland Bankers Association Council of Professional Women in Banking and Finance annually set a Philanthropy Initiative which is in conjunction with its annual conference.

This year’s initiative, “Embrace Life, Nurture Success” Food Drive, will help the Maryland Food Bank in its mission to lead the movement and nurture the belief that together we can improve the lives of Marylanders by ending hunger.

The Bank of Ocean City has joined in support of this initiative and will hold “Cans for the Community” to collect non-perishable food items for Diakonia, located in West Ocean City.

For more than 40 years, Diakonia has provide emergency and transitional house, emergency food services, counseling and assistance for its guests.

Diakonia is dedicated to building a foundation for those in crisis or who are homeless, while maintaining their dignity and respect, providing hope and assistance and helping them change the direction of their lives, one step at a time.

Diakonia is more than just a shelter, however. It attempts to address the root causes of homelessness through a variety of programs and initiatives.

It operates a food pantry which provides food assistance to hundreds of needy families every month. The food pantry program also helps Diakonia maintain contact with its “graduates” and ensure that they continue to have access to the counseling

and support they need.

To keep its doors open, Diakonia receives support from individuals, local civic organizations, churches, foundations and the United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore, in addition to support from the state and local governments.

The Bank of Ocean City is challenging its staff, customers and community to support the goal of collecting 1,000 pounds of non-perishable food items. The Food Drive will run until April 30. On Wednesday, April 20, the Bank will hold its annual “Shred It Day” in West Ocean City to benefit the Diakonia “Cans for the Community” Food Drive.

Limit three boxes or bags per person. Monetary donations will also be collected for Diakonia’s Food Pantry.

“We are happy to support this philanthropy initiative of Maryland Bankers Association Council of Professional Women in Banking and Finance and to support our Community,” said Reid Tingle, president and CEO of the bank. “The Bank’s Employee Community Outreach focuses on supporting local charities and needs in our community.”

Non-perishable food items can be dropped off at any of the Bank’s six locations. Branches are located in Ocean City at 217 S. Baltimore Avenue at Dorchester Street, 5900 Coastal Highway, and 12109 Coastal Highway; in West Ocean City at Route 50 and Golf Course Road; in Ocean Pines at 11001 Nicholas Lane and in Berlin at 627 William Street.

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(March 25, 2016) The Ocean City Recreation and Parks’ fifth annual Sportsmanship Ceremony, held on Feb. 18, recognized youth athletes that have exemplified good sportsmanship throughout the 2015-2016 OCRP winter season at the Northside Park Recreation Complex on 125th Street.

Parents, guardians, OC Recreation boosters, guests and local dignitaries were present.

“The Sportsmanship Ceremony is an annual event to honor the winter sports league sportsmanship winners,” OCRP Recreation Supervisor Lynda Brittingham said. “It’s always an event that is full of pride, honor and happiness for the kids.”

At the end of each winter season, the coaches for girls’ basketball, boys’ basketball and indoor soccer are asked to nominate one athlete per team that demonstrates the qualities of good sportsmanship.

The athletes chosen each received an award during the ceremony to exemplify their hard work, respect, fairness, integrity, responsibility and perseverance throughout the season.

“The Sportsmanship Ceremony is one of my favorite events run by the department, because it’s our opportunity to recognize the youth of our community who understand and display the idea that everyone wins regardless of the score of a game,” OCRP Director Susan Petito said.

“Proving that they are ‘good winners’ as well as ‘good losers,’ these young athletes display compassion, effort and encouragement to others in their play on and off the court.

“The ceremony gives us a chance to showcase the successful outcome of our department’s efforts to instill sportsmanship in our participants, and to reward these deserving athletes for exhibiting a sense of fairness, respect and fellowship to their teammates and competitors,” she continued.

As part of the annual ceremony, Recreation Superintendent Kate Gaddis explained how important volun-

teering and sportsmanship is to OCRP. Each sportsmanship awardee was recognized by OC Recreation Boosters President Meredith Wallace, Petito, Tony Carozza and Jeff Wooten, who were representing Del. Mary Beth Carozza, Ted Page, who was representing Sen. Jim Mathias, Ocean City Councilman Wayne Hartman, and Worcester County Commissioner Joe Mitrecic.

“I was very pleased that we had such good representation from our local and state leaders who, obviously, support our efforts and helped contribute to the importance of a program like the Sportsmanship Ceremony,” Petito said. “It’s a true community event, and I continue to be proud of our staff at Ocean City Recreation and Parks and the exceptional young athletes and their parents who make a program like this so rewarding for all.”

Recreation Manager Al “Hondo” Handy also recognized the 2015 Sports Player of the Year, Jonathon Wallace.

“As a participant of OCRP youth sports programs and afterschool activities, he [Wallace] consistently displays great sportsmanship on and off the floor,” Handy said. “He is fair to his teammates and his opponents, and is always helping other kids during the game, even if they are not on his team. He follows the rules, is responsible for his actions, plays with integrity, and has the courage to do the right thing.”

Wallace is in fifth grade at Berlin Intermediate School, and is an honor roll student who was chosen by his classmates to be the student government representative for his homeroom. He was also chosen as student of the month each year for being kind, caring, and always willing to help others.

Councilman Hartman concluded the ceremony by commending all awardees on their commitment to good sportsmanship and proclaiming the month of February to be Sportsmanship Month in Ocean City.

Artists invited to participate in WCAC’s art exhibit in April (March 25, 2016) The Worcester County Arts Council invites all interested artists to participate in a juried art show to be exhibited during the month of April at the Arts Council’s Gallery located at 6 Jefferson Street in Berlin.

The exhibition is open to all artists, professional or amateur, with work in all media. All work must be original and completed within the last three years. Work must be delivered to the Arts Council’s Gallery between March 30-31; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to be accepted. Artwork submitted for the

competition will be juried in and judged by an accomplished artist and Salisbury University art professor, Bill Wolff.

Monetary prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place during the Second Friday Arts Stroll reception to be held on April 8 from 5-8 p.m.

Detailed entry guidelines are available on the Arts Council’s website, www.worcestercountyartscouncil.org.

For additional information, call 410641-0809 or e-mail curator@worcestercountyartscouncil.org.

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Country star Chris Janson to perform during OC’s Sunfest Tickets on sale beginning at 10 a.m., March 25, for Sept. 23 show at festival

The OC Air Show, scheduled for June 18-19, will be one of the first air shows in history to feature an F-35 Lightning II flight performance. The F-35 will fly together with the P-51 Mustang, showcasing the past and future of Air Force technology.

F-35 Lightning Il joins OC Air Show, scheduled June 18-19 (March 25, 2016) The OC Air Show, scheduled for June 18-19 over the surf and sand of Ocean City, will be one of the first air shows in history to feature an F-35 Lightning II flight performance.

The F-35 will fly together with the P51 Mustang, showcasing the past and future of Air Force technology.

“We are honored that the U.S. Air Force has selected the OC Air Show to be one of the first air shows to feature the flight of an F-35,” said Bryan Lilley, president of the Ocean City Air Show.

“Ocean City will be the first time in the Mid-Atlantic region where the general public will be able to see the future of Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps aviation perform.”

The F-35 Lightning II, also known as the Joint Strike Fighter, is single-seat, single-engine, all-weather stealth fighter undergoing final development and testing by the U.S. Department of Defense.

The fifth generation combat aircraft is designed to perform ground attack, aerial intelligence and air defense missions. The F-35 has three main models: the F-35A conventional takeoff and landing version that will be used by the Air Force, the F-35B short take-off and vertical-landing (STOVL) version that will be used by the Marine Corps, and the F-35C carrier-based version that will be used by the Navy.

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Ocean City Rec & Parks’ community yard sale, April 9

(March 25, 2016) It is spring clean-up time in Ocean City and on Saturday, April 9, from 7 a.m. to noon, residents and property owners will gather at Ocean City Recreation and Park’s annual Community Yard Sale to sell their unwanted wares.

The yard sale will take place in Northside Park Recreation Complex’s parking lot on 125th Street. To participate, the cost is $15 per vendor for two parking spaces. Set-up starts at 6 a.m. Tables and chairs are not provided. Visit the Recreation Complex at Northside Park to register. Pre-registration is required.

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(March 25, 2016) The Town of Ocean City announced this week the Friday night headliner of the 42nd annual Sunfest festival, up and coming country star, Chris Janson.

After writing several chart topping hits for country super stars Tim McGraw, Hank Williams, Jr. and Joe Nichols, Janson released “Buy Me a Boat,” which landed him the No. 1 spot on iTunes’ country chart. His live performances have been called “thrilling,” “explosive” and “energetic,” making him an exciting addition to the Sunfest stage.

Janson will take the stage inside the Sunfest Entertainment Pavilion at 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 23. Fans can purchase tickets to this performance beginning Friday, March 25, at 10 a.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Ocean City Convention Center Box Office on 40th Street. Box office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Komen’s ‘Promise of One’ award presented to Griffith

(March 25, 2016) Each year, Susan G. Komen Maryland recognizes individuals and business partners who have provided an exceptional level of support for the organization to achieve its vision of “A World Without Breast Cancer.”

For 2016, Komen Maryland has awarded a “Promise of One” award to Maureen Griffith, team captain of “Fenwick Friends,” for the Ocean City Race for the Cure, taking place on April 16 this year.

The Promise of One Award recognizes the contributions of an exceptional supporter who has dedicated themselves to Komen Maryland for at least one year.

Griffith has been involved with the Ocean City race for four years, continually raising the bar for her team, winning the Most Participants and Most Funds Raised awards last year in the Family/Social team category. Her team raised more than $10,000. She has also been an active promoter of the event by taking part in the Race Planning Committee, recruiting teams for the race and helping with other events the organization hosts in the Ocean City area.

Komen Maryland has recognized additional individuals and organizations from the Ocean City area over the past few years. Atlantic General Hospital was awarded the Pink Ribbon Community Organization award in 2014; Greg Shockley and Shenanigan’s Irish Pub was recognized with the Promise of One award in 2012; Suzy Taylor, prior Race chair and owner of Ayer’s Creek Adventures, received the Maryland Affiliate Award in 2013; Dawn Denton and Lisa Ringer Mitchell have both recently received the Survivor Award for their courage and determination as survivor volunteers with the organization.

“These awards are our way of showing our deep appreciation for our sponsors and volunteers, who truly go above and beyond to support our efforts in the local community and across Maryland,” said Jessica Evans, Eastern Shore Race and Development manager.

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 encourages individuals and groups to form teams for the race. Teams are an effective fundraising tool and allow members to reach out to family and friends for donations to support their efforts.

They also bring enthusiasm to the event, with larger teams gathering in the Team Tailgate area and some wearing their own costumes or special Tshirts to show their team spirit. Many teams are formed in honor of an individual or to support a recent breast cancer survivor. Some teams make plans for a spring getaway weekend and enjoy the activities around race day.

“With events planned across the weekend, this inspiring event will offer three days of fun in Ocean City as the sunny spring season begins,” Evans said. “Local restaurants and area businesses will also offer Race supporters a variety of options for dining, entertainment and shopping experiences.”

More details about registration and teams can be found on the Komen Maryland Race website, oc.komenmd.org; blog (www.komenmdblog.org) and social media leading up the April 16 race date.

Team “Fenwick Friends” gather in the Team Tailgate area at the Ocean City Race for the Cure in 2015, with award-winning captain Maureen Griffith, right. Each year, Susan G. Komen Maryland recognizes individuals and business partners who have provided an exceptional level of support for the organization to achieve its vision of “A World Without Breast Cancer.” For 2016, Komen Maryland has awarded a “Promise of One” award to Griffith for the Ocean City Race for the Cure, taking place on April 16.

CROSSWORD

Sponsors, donations sought for SDHS’s After-Prom event (March 25, 2016) Stephen Decatur High School’s After-Prom event will be held on May 7, from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. at the Berlin school.

This free event for juniors and seniors of SDHS and their dates will be held at the high school and take place in the cafeteria, gyms and numerous hallways.

Students do not have to attend prom to come to the party. The event features huge inflatables, tons of games, a simulated casino, fake tattoo artist, money grab machine, music, photo ops and trivia.

Feeding more than 500 hungry teenagers for five hours takes a large amount of food as there will be a buffet available throughout the evening. The buffet will include an array of food donated by multiple restaurants including endless pizza, sandwiches, chips, veggies and dip, along with an ice cream sundae bar, donuts and coffee bar. Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD)

will provide frozen “mocktails.”

With almost 150 volunteers, concerned parents and the generous donations from parents and community businesses, this event has been offered every year since 1995. After-Prom costs between $15,000 and $20,000 to implement each year. It is not funded by the board of education or the school.

Any monetary donations from parents, businesses and community groups would be greatly appreciated and can be mailed to Stephen Decatur High School, 9913 Seahawk Rd., Berlin, Maryland 21811 to the attention of After-Prom with After-Prom in the memo. Donations of prizes or food from businesses are also welcome. Email sdhsap@gmail.com.

Contributors will be recognized in local newspaper ads.

Volunteers are also still needed. For more information, find “Stephen Decatur High After Prom” on Facebook or email sdhsap@gmail.com.

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COLLECTING DONATIONS The K-Kids Group from Showell Elementary School, chartered by the Kiwanis Club of Ocean Pines-Ocean City, recently collected supplies for the Worcester County Humane Society, a no-kill shelter in Berlin. Students are pictured with teacher Evelyn Collins. In addition, every year students collects pennies for the 100th day of school and then they choose a charity to donate to. This year they raised more than $300, which was donated to the humane society.

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

■ ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717 / www.ocitalianfood.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Serving homemade Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and pasta. Elegant dining room with fireplace. Early bird specials every day from 5-6 p.m.

■ BILLY’S SUB SHOP, 120th Street, Food Lion Shopping Center, 410-723-2500; 140th Street, Ocean City, 410-250-1778; Route 54, Fenwick Shoals, Fenwick Island, Del., 302436-5661 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Dine in, carry out.

Fast delivery. Open 7 days 11 a.m. – 3 a.m.

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

■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT, 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410289-7192 / www.captainstableoc.com / $$$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Family-owned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott.

■ CLADDAGH ON THE SHORE, 1106 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-537-4200 / www.claddaghontheshore.com / $-$$ / VMC-AE-DIS / 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-MC-DIS/ No reservations required / Children’s menu / Open 7 days a week, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Happy hour, 6-7 a.m. Serving breakfast all day and lunch. Casual dining for families. Family owned and operated, everything home made.

■ 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. Casual dining atmosphere for families. Crab cakes, handcut steaks, fresh seafood. Everything home-made. Happy hour 3-6 p.m., 6 days a week and early bird 4-6 p.m., daily specials.

Closed Mondays.

■ THE COTTAGE CAFE, Route 1 (across from

Sea Colony), Bethany Beach, Del. 302-5398710 / www.cottagecafe.com / $, $$ / V-MCAE / 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 / Coastal cuisine. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Open Thursday at 4 p.m. for dinner. Open Friday-Sunday 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. Hot steamed crabs, world famous fried chicken, ribs, burgers, barbecue, pasta, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and more. Lunch and weekly carry-out and dinner specials.

Happy hour at the beach with drink and food specials.

■ DOUGH ROLLER, South Division Street & Boardwalk, 410-289-3501; 3rd Street & Boardwalk, 410-289-2599; 41st Street & Coastal Hwy, 410-524-9254; 70th Street & Coastal Hwy, 410-524-7981 / www.DoughRollerRestaurants.com / $ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’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 410250 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. Appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks and seafood. Second Season & Daily Dinner Specials. Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m., serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Dine In, Carry Out. Happy Hour, daily, noon to 6 pm.

■ 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.

■ GENERAL’S KITCHEN, 66th Street (under The Skye Bar), Ocean City 410-723-0477 / $$$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Open Thursday-Monday, 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Breakfast, House Specialty and The Original House of Creamed Chipped Beef, made from scratch. Juice, cereal, waffles, eggs, corned beef, hash browns, pancakes, bacon, sausage and more.

■ 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-

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MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual waterfront restaurant serving lunch, dinner. Fresh fish, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and all-you-caneat 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 / $$$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Elegant dining room, Floridian/island-style cuisine. Sea-food, tropical salsas, grilled steaks, pork chops, grilled pineapple, banana fritters, entree salads.

■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE, 31st Street, Ocean City, 410-289-2581 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / 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 and 5th Street, Ocean City / www.hootersofoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Open daily at 11 a.m. New menu.

Burgers, salads, 12 wing sauces and seafood entrees. Tropical frozen drinks and Hooters cocktails. Large parties welcome. Call for private party information. Carry out available.

Happy Hour daily, live entertainment every weekend.

■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535 / www.clarionoc.com / $-$$ ($20-45) / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Open tables / Children’s menu / Full bar / Serving beach-inspired dishes in both our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. All-day menu, available 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet open year-round and AUCE prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet available most weekends.

■ JOHNNY’S PIZZA PUB, 56th Street, Ocean City 410-723-5600 / www.johnnyspizzapub.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Homemade pizzas, serving 18 different pizzas, variety of calzones, subs, burgers and sandwiches to choose from. 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 / $$, $$$ / V-MC-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 / Fine dining and casual fare. Top veal chop, seafood and pasta dishes. A fine dining side, as well as bar side.

■ MIONE’S PIZZA & ITAILIAN RESTURANT, Route 50 (Tanger Outlets), West Ocean City 410-213-2231 / www.mionesoc.com / $ / VMC-AE-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.

■ OC WASABI, 33rd Street Plaza, Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524-7337 / www.ocwasabi.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Steamed sushi and sashimi and Japanese cuisine.

Open Tuesday through Sunday, 4-11 p.m.

■ 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 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 / Reservations accepted except 6-9 p.m. / Children’s menu / Full bar / Family restaurant.

Takeout available except between 6-9 p.m.

Lunch and dinner served. Family friendly dining with a rotating oyster list and seafood creations paired with fresh fruit crushes and craft beer menu.

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

Oceanfront dining in a casual atmosphere.

Serving breakfast from 7-11 a.m., featuring a breakfast buffet or special order from the regular menu. Dinner served from 4-9 p.m., 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.

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 / Lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Happy hour, 3-6 p.m. with food and drink specials.

■ TONY LUKES, 33rd Street, Ocean City 410524 0500 / www.tonylukes.com / $ / V-MCDIS / 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-AEDIS / Reservations not required but recommended / Full Bar / Children’s menu / Open year round. 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 Zippy Lewis Lounge with happy hour from 4-7p.m., featuring Craft Beer selections and appetizer menu; Milton’s Out Door Cafe; and the Barefoot Beach Bar in season.

■ VINNY’S PIZZA & ITALIAN GRILL, 25th Street and Philadelphia Avenue, Ocean City 410-390-3713 / www.vinnyspizzaanditaliangrill.com / $ / V-MCDIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Beer, wine / Serving lunch and dinner.

Italian food featuring subs and fabulous authentic Italian entrees. Hand tossed 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 / Certified Angus®burgers and casual fare.

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

FRI. March 25 GOOD FRIDAY SERVICES — St. Peter’s

Lutheran Church, 10301 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Info: 410524-7474 or www.stpetersoc.com.

GOOD FRIDAY ;CENTERS OF THE CROSS’ SERVICES — Bethany United Methodist

Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Visit 7 centers to pray about Jesus’ death and the brokenness of this world. Come when you want and stay as long as you want. Info: 410641-2186.

EASTER KIDS FUN FAIR AND ART & CRAFT SHOW — Ocean City convention center,

4001 Coastal Highway, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fair offers continuous activities, games, contests and entertainment including Beany the Easter Bunny, Easter egg hunts, magic, juggling, puppet shows and more.

The Art & Craft Show features exhibitors displaying unique handcrafted items including wearable art, jewelry, lawn & garden decor, toys, florals, fine art, caricatures and more. Admission costs are $4 for adults, $3 for seniors (60+) and students ages 4-18 years. and free to those 3 and younger and military, police and fire with ID. Info: 410-213-8090, www.oceanpromotions.info or events@oceanpromotions.info.

3 and younger and military, police and fire with ID. Info: 410-213-8090, www.oceanpromotions.info or events@oceanpromotions.info.

EASTER BUNNY FUN SHOP — Northside

Park, 200 125th St. in Ocean City, 1-3 p.m.

Activities include an egg hunt, arts and crafts, face painting, entertainment, game booths, egg dyeing, refreshments and the Easter Bunny. For children ages 2-10 years. Cost is $6 for Ocean City residents and $8 for non-residents. Info: 410-2500125.

White Horse Park, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. Festivities include egg hunts, magician Wild Willy Woo Woo, carnival games, moon bounces, face painting, arts and crafts, an Easter bonnet parade and more. Eggs hunts held as follows: ages 0-12 at 11:30 a.m., ages 34 at noon, ages 5-6 at 1 p.m., ages 7-9 at 1:30 p.m. The Easter bonnet parade and contest, which is open to children up to age 10, will begin at 12:30 p.m. Volunteers and candy donations needed. Contact: 410-641-7052.

ANNUAL EASTER/SPRING CELEBRATION —

BERLIN EASTER CELEBRATION — Breakfast

Center, 104 41st Street, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Free, six-week workshop for anyone with a chronic condition or the caregiver of someone with a chronic condition. Preregistration required: Dawn, 410-6419268.

with the Easter Bunny will be held at Rayne’s Reef with seatings at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. Reservations: 410-641-2131.

Easter egg hunts will be held at Commerce and Main streets at 11 a.m. for kids 4 and younger and at 11:15 for children 58 years. Easter Bonnet Parade and contest with prizes for kids and adults held at noon. Various downtown businesses will host children’s activities from 10 a.m to 2 p.m. Info: Facebook.com/VictorianCharm or 410-641-2998.

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

ter, 4001 Coastal Highway, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Info: OC Chamber of Commerce, 410-213-0552.

LIVING WELL CHRONIC DISEASE SELF-MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP — Ocean City Senior

AARP FOUNDATION TAX_AIDE TCE MD —

SAT. March 26 EASTER KIDS FUN FAIR AND ART & CRAFT SHOW — Ocean City convention center,

4001 Coastal Highway, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fair offers continuous activities, games, contests and entertainment including Beany the Easter Bunny, Easter egg hunts, magic, juggling, puppet shows and more.

The Art & Craft Show features exhibitors displaying unique handcrafted items including wearable art, jewelry, lawn & garden decor, toys, florals, fine art, caricatures and more. Admission costs are $4 for adults, $3 for seniors (60+) and students ages 4-18 years. and free to those

OC JOB FAIR — Ocean City convention cen-

BILL HALEY JR. & THE COMETS — Perform-

ing Arts Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 7:30 p.m. Adults tickets cost $28.50 and $23.50. Children tickets costs $23.50 and $18.50. Tickets may be purchased in the Visitors Center at 40th Street or through Ticketmaster, 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com.

CHURCH RUMMAGE SALE — Ocean City

10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Feb. 6 through April 9.

No appointments taken. First come, first served using a number system.

hope to help others. Open to the community and to AGH patients. Info: Rob, 443783-3529.

port, 12724 Airport Road, West Ocean City, Saturdays through May 28, 9 a.m. to noon. Menu includes pancakes, sausage and coffee. Suggested donation is $5. Proceeds benefit the Huey Veterans Memorial Fund. Info: Coleman Bunting, 410-726-7207.

lantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 2:303:30 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.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST — Ocean City Air-

MODEL TRAIN DISPLAYS — Delaware Sea-

side Railroad Club, Clayton Crossing, 32422 Royal Blvd., Dagsboro, Del., Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., year round. See five layouts. Info: Bill Ziegler, wjziegler1@verizon.net or 302-537-0964.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST — VFW, Post 8296,

104 66th St., bayside in Ocean City, 8-11 a.m. A $5 donation for all-you-can-eat pancakes or 2-2-2, two eggs, two pancakes and two bacon slices. Info: 410-524-8196.

FARMERS MARKET — White Horse Park,

239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Locally grown vegetables and fruits, eggs, honey, kettle korn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats and more.

New vendors welcome. Info: 410-6417717, Ext. 3006.

LIVE BETTER FIT CLUB — Urban Nectar, 10019 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin. Registration is at 10:15 a.m., workout is 10:3011:30 a.m. Come workout with the famous trainers you’ve seen on T.V., such as Autumn Calabrese, Shaun T and others. Cost is $5. Take water and a mat (optional).

Info: Sandy: 443-340-0988.

SUN. March 27

EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE — Ocean City Boardwalk at N. Division Street, 6-7 a.m.

Sponsored by Ocean City Christian Ministers Association. Open to all. Info: Sean Davis, 410-289-6573 or ocbcnacl@hotmail.com.

EASTER SUNDAY SERVICES — St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 10301 Coastal Highway, Ocean City. Traditional services at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Contemporary service at 9:30 a.m. Info: 410-524-7474 or www.stpetersoc.com.

EASTER SUNDAY ‘CHRIST IS RISEN!’ SERVICES — Sunrise Service at Assateague

State Park at 6:30 a.m. Followed by Easter breakfast and a 10 a.m. worship at Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway. Info: 410-6412186.

Presbyterian Church, 1301 Philadelphia Ave., 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE — St. Martins Church, Church St., Selbyville, Del., 10 a.m. All are welcome. Info: 410-641-6650.

Community Church at Ocean Pines, 11227 Racetrack Road and at the Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Saturdays,

eral Hospital, Conference Room 2, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, noon to 1 p.m.

Group shares experience, strength and

AARP FOUNDATION TAX_AIDE TCE MD —

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS — Atlantic Gen-

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS #169 — At-

PANCAKE BREAKFAST — Ocean City Air-

port, 12724 Airport Road, West Ocean City, Sundays through May 29, 9 a.m. to noon. Menu includes pancakes, sausage and coffee. Suggested donation is $5. Proceeds benefit the Huey Veterans Memorial Fund. Info: Coleman Bunting, 410-726-7207.

SUNDAY NIGHT SERENITY AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING — Woodlands in Ocean Pines, Independent Living Apartment Building, 1135 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, 7:30 p.m.

MON. March 28

WRITING FOR WELLNESS — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 1:30-3 p.m.

Writing about stressful experiences, like illness, may boost health & psychological well-being. No prior writing experience needed. Info: Don Winslow, 410-2086613.

Berlin group No. 169, Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 5-6:30 p.m. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Info: Edna Berkey, 410-251-2083.

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING —

STEPPING ON FALLS PREVENTION WORKSHOP — Northern Worcester County Sen-

ior Center, 10129 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin, 10 a.m. to noon. A seven-week, free workshop to help people at risk for falls, to live a safer, more confident life.

Work closely with a physical therapist, vision specialist, pharmacist and a community safety specialist to learn how to be safer. Pre-registration requested: Dawn, 410-641-9268.

PAINTING EMILY — Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 1 p.m. Painting the iconic portrait of Emily Dickinson. Learn about painting styles of the era. All supplies included. Register: 410-632-3495.

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

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CALENDAR 7-9 p.m., at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway. Women interested in learning the craft of a cappella singing welcome. Info: 410-641-6876.

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LINE DANCING — Urban Nectar, 10019 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin, 7-10 p.m. Lessons and dancing. Cost is $8 per person.

BYOB. Info: Sandy, 443-340-0988.

TUES. March 29 STEPHEN DECATUR AFTER PROM FUNDRAISER — Chipotle, 12909 Ocean

Gateway, West Ocean City, 4-8 p.m. Tell the cashier you’re supporting the cause and 50 percent of the proceeds will be donated to SDHS After Prom.

FREE MUSIC CLASS FOR ADULTS — Ocean

City Center for the Arts, 502 94th Street, 6-8 p.m. ‘What Music Can Do For You’ will help participants express emotions and connect with people through a handson session involving music, movement and art experience. Registration: 410-5249433. Info: www.artleagueofoceancity.org.

STORY TIME ‘MARYLAND’ — Berlin library,

220 N. Main St., 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-641-0650.

MAKE & TAKE CRAFTS — Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-957-0878.

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.

AARP FOUNDATION TAX_AIDE TCE MD —

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 Fit-

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

WED. March 30 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SIMPLE SUPPER — Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway

(behind St. Luke’s Church), Ocean City, last Wednesday of each month, 5-7 p.m.

Cost is $7. Cash bar. Info: 410-524-7994.

‘WELCOME HOME VIETNAM VETERANS DAY’ — American Legion, 2308 Philadelphia

Ave., Ocean City, noon to 4 p.m. Vietnam Era Veterans are welcome to enjoy some food, talk with fellow veterans and visit the Veterans Support groups. A V.A. Accredited Veteran Service Officer will be on hand as well. Take a copy of your DD-214 with you. Info: oceancityvva@gmail.com or 410-289-3166.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY COMMUNITY HAPPY HOUR — Worcester Youth and

Family, Ray Room, 124 N. Main St., Berlin, 5-6 p.m. Discussing upcoming projects and events, as well as ongoing service for the Board of Directors and the following committees: Family Services/Selection, Fundraising, Site Selection/Building and Finance.

Urban Nectar, 10019 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin, 6-8 p.m. In the film, Michael Pollan looks at food in America and how we decide what to buy and eat. A Q&A will follow the screening. Suggested donation to cover the licensing cost is $10. RSVP: http://bit.ly/1p6Qyfi. Info: 410-973-2038.

‘IN DEFENSE OF FOOD’ SCREENING —

STORY TIME — Ocean City library, 10003

Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-524-1818.

FAMILY NIGHT ‘PLACES’ — Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Create a passport and travel the world right at the library. Learn fascinating facts about places far and near. Info: 410-641-0650.

MODEL TRAIN DISPLAYS — Delaware Sea-

side Railroad Club, Clayton Crossing, 32422 Royal Blvd., Dagsboro, Del., Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m., year round. See five layouts. Info: Bill Ziegler, wjziegler1@verizon.net or 302-537-0964.

BINGO — Every Wednesday at Ocean City

Elks Lodge 2645, 138th Street and Sinepuxent Avenue, rear of the Fenwick Inn. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., games start 6:30 p.m. Food is available. Open to the public. No one allowed in the hall under 18 years of age during bingo. Info: 410250-2645.

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 Fit-

ness, 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.

ployers. Info: 410-334-2903.

CHICK-FIL-A SPIRIT NIGHT — Chick-fil-A, 12901 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City, 5-7 p.m. A percentage of proceeds will be donated to Ocean City/Berlin Boy Scout Troop 225.

STORY TIME ‘FROGS’ — Ocean Pines li-

brary, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children. Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410-2084014.

Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children.

Info: www.worcesterlibrary.org or 410632-3495.

STORY TIME ‘ALICE IN WONDERLAND’ —

BERLIN BOOK OF THE MONTH — Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., 2 p.m. Featuring The Poetry of Emily Dickinson and Final Harvest edited by Thomas H. Johnson.

Info: 410-957-0878.

FIRESIDE CHAT — Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., 3 p.m. Join the group for lively chats about good reads and get some great ideas. Info: 410-641-0650.

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 —

BINGO — American Legion Post 166, 2308

Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., games start at 6:30 p.m.

Food and non-alcoholic drinks available.

Open to the public. Info: 410-289-3166.

FARMERS’ MARKET — Urban Nectar, 10019 Old Ocean City Boulevard, Berlin, 3-6 p.m. Featuring local in season produce, gluten free and gluten full baked products, eggs, honey, kettle korn, natural pet treats, soaps and more. Info: 410-7138803.

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.

THURS. March 31 ONGOING EVENTS JOB FAIR —

Wor-Wic Community College, Guerrieri Hall, Room 303, 32000 Campus Drive, Salisbury, 3-6 p.m. More than 40 area employers are planning to participate. Come dressed in interview attire and bring resumes to give to prospective em-

OCEAN PINES PLATFORM TENNIS CLINICS — Manklin Meadows Racquet Sports Complex, 11443 Manklin Creek Road, Ocean Pines, every Saturday, noon to 1 p.m. Attend a free Platform tennis clinic

followed by one week free trial and a second free clinic the following Saturday.

Info: Jim Freeman, 215-704-4592.

ANNUAL TRIP TO HARRINGTON’S — The

Ocean Pines Boat Club is sponsoring a bus trip to the newly renovated and expanded Midway Casino at Harrington’s on April 14. Cost is $18, which includes the bus ride and driver gratuity. Attendees will receive $15 credit towards playing plus $7 towards the buffet lunch. The bus will leave the Ocean Pines Yacht Club at 10:15 a.m. and return at 5 p.m. Everyone is invited. Sign up: Barbara Southwell, 410-641-5456.

BUS TRIPS — Visit the Dutch Apple Din-

ner Theatre in Lancaster, Pa. to see “Menopause the Musical,” on April 9.

Cost is $90 and includes show ticket, a buffet lunch and transportation. On April 24 watch the Virginia International Tattoo at the Scope Arena, Norfolk, Va. This performance will feature more than 1,500 military and civilian performers from eight nations. Cost is $85 and includes transportation and show ticket. All trips are open to the public. Reservations required: Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department, 410-641-7052.

WASHINGTON, DC CHERRY BLOSSOMS MOTORCOACH TOUR — Day trip scheduled for April 4. Explore Washington, DC on your own at a cost of $60 for motorcoach transportation or take the Odyssey Luncheon Cruise to see the Cherry Blossoms at a cost of $120, which includes transportation and ticket to the luncheon cruise. Info: Lea Cataggio, 410-632-2144, Ext. 109 or lcataggio@co.worcester.md.us.

DWC GERANIUM SALE — To order gerani-

ums from the Democratic Women’s Club of Worcester County, call Harriet Batis at 302-988-1268. Orders and payments by April 25.

FOOD DRIVE — The Bank of Ocean City is challenging its staff, customers and community to support the goal of collecting 1,000 pounds of non-perishable food items for Diakonia’s Food Pantry. Drop off to any of the Bank’s six locations, March 1 through April 30. Branches are located in Ocean City at 217 S. Baltimore Ave., 5900 Coastal Highway and 12109 Coastal Highway; in West Ocean City at 10005 Golf Course Road; in Ocean Pines at 11001 Nicholas Lane; and in Berlin at 627 William Street. Info: 410-213-0173.

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MARCH 25, 2016

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

HELP WANTED AM & PM Host/Hostesses

Will train friendly, professional person with positive attitude.

Please apply in person 32 Palm Restaurant in the Hilton Suites, 32nd St., Ocean City, MD

HELP WANTED

Five Guys Burgers Ocean City, MD Now Hiring Y/R & P/T for

All Positions

Stop by any location to fill out an application: 64th Street, 136th Street and West OC, White Marlin Mall locations

Denney Lighting & Design is seeking a full time Lighting Salesperson/Designer for Retail (showroom) & Contractor (outside) sales who is motivated, outgoing, and loves home design. Must have sales experience and be proficient in Microsoft Office.

Lighting design training provided. Full time, benefits, and commission opportunities.

Interested applicants should email their resume to:

showroom@DenneyLightingDesign.com

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Please apply in person at Atrium Café located inside Quality Inn, 54th St., Ocean City, MD

Ky West Restaurant & Bar on 54th Street has immediate and summer positions available!

Apply in person after 3pm.

Now Hiring

Servers, Bussers Hostesses, Bartenders Cooks, Dishwashers & Kitchen Prep for year round positions.

Atrium Café Now hiring AM Cooks

Delivery Drivers, Exp. Cooks & Cashiers Apply within Downtown location 710 N. Philadelphia Ave.

SERVERS & HOSTESSES

NOW HIRING

Apply in person at Harpoon Hanna’s restaurant in Fenwick Island, DE.

Please send resume to

P.O. Box 838, Ocean City, MD 21842

Seasonal: Office Admin (May-October), Server, Bartender, Food Runner, Busser

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

LOCAL CRAB BOAT

Berlin, Snow Hill area Help Wanted 410-641-4709

Opening Summer 2016

Ocean City, MD Palmer Gosnell Hospitality LLC, is currently accepting resumes for the position of

DI SH WA SH E R A S S IS TA N T C H I E F

2 8th & Oceanfront -“For Shore … The Best Place to Work”

Call 410-289-5762 or come in to the hotel to fill out an application

Year Round, Full/Part Time: Hostess, Overnight Cleaner, F & B Supervisor, Room Attendant (will pick up in Salisbury), Server, Coffee Shop Attendant

Accepting Applications Mon.-Fri., 12-5pm

S ERV ER S OPE R AT OR

Accepting applications for all positions.

Supervisory positions open for people with experience.

Openings are for full, part time and seasonal, year round.

Employment Opportunities:

- AM COOK - PREP - PM SERVERS/ BUSSERS

J o i n TTee a m D u n e s ! Noow w H i ri n g :

~ Breakfast Bar Attendant ~ Front Desk Rep ~ Housekeeping ~ Laundry ~ Maintenance

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

CORAL REEF CAFE/ HEMINGWAY’S located @ The Holiday Inn & Suites 17th St. & the Boards

Hileman Real Estate is looking for great cleaners. Must be dependable, show attention to detail, insured and able to work weekends. References required. Call us for a confidential interview 410208-9200, Ext. 3. Ask for Terry Bullock.

Qualified person must have previous Hotel Maintenance experience and computer skills. Position does require knowledge of plumbing, electrical and HVAC. Seeking individuals to join an exciting new hotel and management team!

Please send all inquires and resumes to smcmahon@palmergosnell.com EOE M/F/D/V

For well-established Ocean City restaurant. Must have minimum 2 years experience. Excellent Salary or Hourly wages, plus Health Benefits for the right person.

---Work At The BEACH...

Work With The BEST!!

Maintenance Position at seasonal OC Motel. Hours are 4pm-10pm, six days a week.

Call 410-250-3191. Seahawk Motel, 12410 Coastal Hwy.

HELP WANTED

Chief Maintenance Engineer

Experienced Sous Chef and Experienced Line Cooks

106 32nd St., Ocean City

HELP WANTED

NOW HIRING Hotel & Suit tes

Please apply online at www.real a hospittalittyyg ygroup up.com

SELL REAL ESTATE AT THE BEACH Interested in a career in Real Estate?

Coldwell Banker School of Real Estate is offering Licensing Classes Now SPACE IS LIMITED

Contact Kelley Bjorkland at 410-723-6063 or kelley.bjorkland@cbmove.com or visit www.CBRBSchool.com Nothing in this document is intended to create an employment relationship.

Any affiliation by you with the Company is intended to be that of an independent contractor agent.

Owned and Operated by NRT LLC

ALL POSITIONS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

104 N. Main St. Berlin

Apply Within - No Phone Calls Please

Now you can order your classifieds online

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HELP WANTED

EXPERIENCED CLEANER. MUST have OWN source of transportation AND cleaning supplies. Call Donna 443513-4024.

LINE COOK. Apply in person at Whiskers Bar & Grill, Pines Shopping Center, 11070 Cathell Rd., Ocean Pines, MD 21811.

Papa John’s Now Hiring All Positions in Ocean City and Bethany Beach areas. Drivers earn up to $20/hour. 302541-8081

Hiring Nurses RN’s & LPN’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.

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

HELP WANTED

Small Family Owned Company seeks experienced HVAC Technician. Must have valid driver’s license and current HVAC license. Must be drug free. Call 410-2132437.

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 situations. Must work weekends and have reliable transportation.

Please send resume to kimm@ century21newhorizon.com Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842 Now accepting applications for the following positions: Seasonal or F/T, Maintenance Engineer, Front Desk Associates and Housekeeping positions with possible YR. Stop by the front desk to complete an application.

No phone calls.

All candidates must go through a satisfactory background check.

NOW HIRING!!

Baskin Robbins cake decorator at 119th Street location Pay $10-$13 based on experience Please apply online at: www.delmarvadd.com

Applications or Resumes will not be accepted thru email or fax.

MODEL CASTING

for South Moon Under

Female applicants must be 5'8" or taller and fit a size 2 dress and size 25 jean. Male applicants must be 6' or taller and fit a size 32"-34" pant.

All applicants must be of legal working age. Work permits required for anyone under the age of 18.

Email your name, contact info, age, height and sizes with a head shot and full length shot to: models@southmoonunder.com.

We will contact you if you fit the criteria.

The Princess Royale Hotel & Conference Center Located at 91st St. Oceanfront, Ocean City, MD

Year Round • Bellman/Valet • Banquet Captain • Cook • Dishwasher • General Maintenance • Housekeepers • Banquet Houseman

Apply online at www.princessroyale.com or fax to 410-524-7787 or email to employment@princessroyale.com

Ocean City Today

HELP WANTED

**CARPENTERS** **ROOFERS** ***TOP PAY*** *FOR THE RIGHT PERSON* Reputable Home Services Company is looking for Professional Carpenters and Roofers to serve the Delmarva area. 401K, Health Benefits, Bonuses and Plenty of work available.

Management Opportunities are available.

Clean Criminal Record & Driver’s License is required.

Drug Free Environment.

SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY Call 443-497-1953

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.

THE HOTELS AT FAGER’S ISLAND The Lighthouse & The Edge Ocean City, Bayside

Front Desk Receptionist PT/FT Position Housekeeping Attendant PT/FT Positions 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!

Hiring Year Round Kitchen Help and Dishwasher. 9923 Stephen Decatur Hwy., West OC. Salary based on performance. Please call 410-2131572.

A-Del Construction a heavy civil/site work contractor is seeking qualified Foreman, Operators and Laborers.

Please email your resume to mseitz@a-del.com.

PGN Crabhouse 29th Street & Coastal Hwy. Help Wanted Waitstaff, Kitchen Staff, Cooks Apply Within after 11:00 am

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

FENWICK HARDWARE

Now Accepting Applications for the following positions PT Seasonal Cashier PT YR Cleaning/ Maintenance Person Contact Stacey or Tim Jr. DE: 302-539-3915 MD: 410-250-1112

RENTALS

RENTALS

Rooms To Rent Uptown near hotels, restaurants & bars. $375 pp. Summer foreign students welcomed. Please call 410-524-0121, cell 301404-7960.

Y/R, 3BR/3BA Townhouse Avail now in OP. Gated community w/beautiful views of the new Yacht Club and harbor off front decks and views of the bay/OC off back decks.

Elevator, garage & FP. Call 443-523-2838.

One and Two Bedroom Summer Rentals Location: 28th Street with ocean view.

Pictures available upon request. Call for info 410-2510576.

YR, North OC, 1BR Condo.

Partially furnished. $800 plus utilities. 1st and last month security deposit required. No pets. No smoking. 443-7834554

Winter rental 2BR/1BA on 57th, fully furn & all utilities incl $175 week-to-week til April 1st. See @ blueturtleapartments.com 410-422-4780 for details.

WINTER WEEKLY RENTALS Pool Front Rooms $170.

Efficiencies $190.

2BR Apartments $275.

Burgundy Inn 1210 Philadelphia Ave. 410-289-8581

YR - MIDTOWN OCEANBLOCK First Floor 3BR, 1.5BA Beautifully renovated New appl.’s & hardwood floors. No pets.

Ref’s & Sec. Dep. Req. $1095 per mo.

Victor 410-422-5164

RAMBLER MOTEL 9942 Elm Street, WOC (Behind Starbucks) Sleeps 4, $200 per week Manager onsite 410-213-1764

BERLIN APARTMENTS FOR RENT *2BR, WOC, YR $1000/mo. *1BR, YR, Berlin $900/mo. *2BR YR, Berlin $800/mo. *2BR, WR, Downtown OC $600-800/mo.

For more information 443-614-4007

Yearly & Seasonal Rentals We Welcome Pets 7700 Coastal Hwy 410-289-8888 www.holidayoc.com

WEEKLY • SEASONAL

R E N TA L S

Maryland 800.633.1000 Delaware 800.442.5626

Classifieds 410-723-6397

VA C AT I O N S

cbvacations.com Accepting Applications for the following seasonal positions: Housekeepers Required to work weekends Friday, Saturday & Sundays.

9am-4:30pm Must be neat in appearance, have a positive attitude and be able to multi task.

Houseman A drivers license is required and available to work some evening shifts.

Part Time Night Audit Seeking Mature Individual to work 11pm-7am 2 shifts per week. 1 year min. hotel front desk experience required and Room master exp. preferred.

Applications available at the front office Email resumes to hbrunning@fskfamily.com No Phone Calls Please

GET IT RENTED HERE!

Thank you for your interest.

HELP WANTED

MARCH 25, 2016

Advertise Your Rentals 410-723-6397 www.oceancitytoday.net www.baysideoc.com

Position available for full-time

Carpenter

Must have own transportation and valid driver’s license.

Apply in person.

Beachwood Inc. 11632 Worcester Hwy. Showell, MD 21862

Serving the Newspapers of Maryland, Delaware and the District of Columbia since 1908.

MARYLAND STATEWIDE CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING NETWORK

AUTOMOBILE DONATIONS

DONATE AUTOS, TRUCKS, RV'S. LUTHERAN MISSION SOCIETY. Your donation helps local families with food, clothing, shelter, counseling.

Tax deductible. MVA License #W1044. 410-636-0123 or www.LutheranMissionSociety.org BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Drive traffic to your business and reach 4.1 million readers with just one phone call & one bill. See your business ad in 91 newspapers in Maryland, Delaware and the District of Columbia for just $495.00 per ad placement. The value of newspapers advertising HAS NEVER BEEN STRONGER … call 1-855-721-6332 x 6 today to place your ad before 4.1 million readers. Email Wanda Smith @ wsmith@mddcpress.com or visit our website at www.mddcpress.com.

OPERATED BY A SUBSIDIARY OF NRT LLC

Apartments Starting at $675 Single Family Homes Starting at $1075 Condos Starting at $950 CALL US TODAY! 410-208-9200

Open 7 Days A Week for property viewing in: * Berlin * Ocean City * * Ocean Pines * * Snow Hill *

CLASSIFIED AD NETWORK

BUSINESS SERVICES Place your ad on Facebook; Twitter; LinkedIN and Google Ads Words through MDDC’s Social Media Ad Network; Call today to find out maximize your presence on Social Media; 410-212-0616; or email Wanda Smith @ wsmith@mddcpress.com EDUCATION TRAINING AVIATION Grads work with JetBlue, Boeing, Delta and others- start here with hands on training for FAA certification. Financial aid if qualified.

Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 866-823-6729 HELP WANTED:DRIVERS Tractor Trailer Drivers Transport US Mail Capitol Heights Area Dedicated run/pays postal wage ** CDL Class A ** Good Driving Record ** Two years’ experience Midwest Transport 618-553-1068 HELP WANTED: SALES

WANTED: LIFE AGENTS • Earn $500 a Day • Great Agent Benefits • Commissions Paid Daily • Liberal Underwriting • Leads, Leads, Leads • LIFE INSURANCE, LICENSE REQUIRED. Call 1-888-713-6020

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SERVICES-MISCELLANEOUS Want a larger footprint in the marketplace consider advertising in the MDDC Small Display 2x2 or 2x4 Advertising Network. Reach 3.6 million readers every week by placing your ad in 71 newspapers in Maryland, Delaware and the District of Columbia. With just one phone call, your business and/or product will be seen by 3.6 million readers HURRY … space is limited, CALL TODAY!! Call 1-855-721-6332 x 6 or 410-212-0616 email wsmith@mddcpress.com or visit our website at www.mddcpress.com

VACATION RENTALS OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND. Best selection of affordable rentals. Full/ partial weeks.

Call for FREE brochure. Open daily. Holiday Resort Services.

1-800-638-2102. Online reservations: www.holidayoc.com

MARCH 25, 2016

ROOMMATES

Female Roommate Wanted to share extra-large Apartment on canal in North Ocean City. $800 monthly including utilities, cable and Internet.

Please call 410-262-4383.

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. 410-208-3570

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE

3BR/1BA Mobile Home Remodeled kitchen, $13,000.

Needs TLC. Lot rent $400/ month includes water/sewer, trash and taxes. Located in Bishopville.

Call Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.

Mobile Home For Sale Completely remodeled. C/A, gas/heat. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Screened in deck.

Ground rent $400 montly.

443-564-1318

LOTS & ACREAGE LOTS & ACREAGE

Bulkheaded, Lightly Wooded Waterfront Lot. Bishopville, Md. Perked. $179,900.

Howard Martin Realty 410352-5555.

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PUBLIC NOTICES BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Boulevard, Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 10427 BRIGHTON RD. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated March 23, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4898, Folio 282 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $332,000.00 and an original interest rate of 6.3750% 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 APRIL 12, 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 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 $47,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer.

Purchaser is responsible for obtain-

ing physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within 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-3/24/3t _________________________________ 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 406 MAPLE ST. POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated November 30, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4832, Folio 190 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $68,250.00 and an original interest rate of 4.27% 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 APRIL 12, 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 $8,000 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-3/24/1t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 10320 BRISTOL RD. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Tammie A. Nagy and Thomas M. Furbay, dated March 6, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4883, folio 10 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 APRIL 4, 2016 AT 3:41 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 $18,000 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 applica-

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PUBLIC NOTICES ble, 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 #14-609728) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-3/17/3t _________________________________ 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 13008 BOWLINE LA., UNIT #5 & BOATSLIP #66 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated December 28, 2007 and recorded in Liber 5044, Folio 183 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $417,000.00 and an original interest rate of 4.75000% 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 APRIL 12, 2016 AT 3:39 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. 13008-5, lying and being in the Third and Tenth Tax District(s) of said Worcester County, Maryland, as designated on that plat entitled, “Condominium Plat - Phase 6, Units 13008-1 Through 13008-5, 13008 Bowline Lane, The Townhomes Condominium at Seaside Village, Tenth Tax District, Worcester County, Maryland” and Unit No. M-66, located in Seaside Village Marina Condominium, Tax ID #10-743435 & Tax

ID #10-429854 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 $28,000 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-3/24/3t _________________________________ 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 12626 SUNSET AVE., UNIT #15 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated April 11, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4412, Folio 271 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $152,750.00 and an original interest rate of 3.01900% 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 APRIL 12, 2016 AT 3:42 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. 15, in Building C in Stage 2G, in the “Sunset Village 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 $14,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other pub-

lic and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer.

Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within 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-3/24/3t _________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 6 63RD STREET, UNIT 5 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from John T. Sieck and W. Claymore Sieck, dated November 22, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4831, Folio 276 among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, with an original principal balance of $444,500.00,

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PUBLIC NOTICES and an original interest rate of 2.875%, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Substitute Trustees will sell at public auction at the Courthouse door for the Circuit Court for Worcester County, on April 12, 2016 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND and the improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting same, if any and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $45,000.00 by certified funds only (no cash will be accepted) is required at the time of auction. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. At the Substitute Trustees’ discretion, the foreclosure purchaser, if a corporation or LLC, must produce evidence, prior to bidding, of the legal formation of such entity. The purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note, its assigns, or designees, shall pay interest on the unpaid purchase money at the note rate from the date of foreclosure auction to the date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees.

In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no abatement of interest. All due and/or unpaid private utility, water and facilities charges, or front foot benefit payments, are payable by the purchaser without adjustment. Real estate taxes and all other public charges, or assessments, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, or condo/HOA assessments, not otherwise divested by ratification of the sale, to be adjusted as of the date of foreclosure auction, unless the purchaser is the foreclosing lender or its designee. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses, and all other costs incident to settlement, shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property.

Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward.

TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. If the purchaser shall fail to comply with the terms of the sale or fails to go to settlement within ten (10) days of ratification of the sale, the Substitute Trustees may, in addition to any other available remedies, declare the entire deposit forfeited and resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser, and the purchaser agrees to pay reasonable attorneys’ fees for the Substitute Trustees, plus all costs incurred, if the Substitute Trustees have filed the appropriate motion with the Court to resell the property. Purchaser waives personal service of any paper filed in connection with such a motion on himself and/or any principal or corporate designee, and

expressly agrees to accept service of any such paper by regular mail directed to the address provided by said bidder at the time of foreclosure auction. In such event, the defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of resale, reasonable attorney’s fees, and all other charges due and incidental and consequential damages, and any deficiency in the underlying secured debt. The purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property. If the Substitute Trustees cannot convey insurable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be the return of the deposit. The sale is subject to post-sale confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of his deposit without interest.

Edward S. Cohn, Stephen N. Goldberg, Richard E. Solomon, Richard J. Rogers, Randall J. Rolls, Christopher Peck, and David W. Simpson, Jr., Substitute Trustees Mid-Atlantic Auctioneers, LLC (410) 825-2900 www.mid-atlanticauctioneers.com OCD-3/24/3t _________________________________ Alba Law Group, P.A. 11350 McCormick Road Executive Plaza III, Suite 200 Hunt Valley, MD 21031 (443) 541-8600

SUBSTITUTED TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY KNOWN AS NO. 3526 PAYNE ROAD POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 CASE NUMBER 23-C-15-000836 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a Deed of Trust from Fannie M. Dennis, recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County in Liber 5808, folio 189, and Declaration of Substitution of Trustees recorded among the aforementioned Land Records substituting Mark S. Devan, Thomas P. Dore, Christine Drexel, Brian McNair, and Angela Nasuta as Substituted Trustees, the Substituted Trustees will offer for sale at public auction, at the Courthouse Door, 1 West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, 21863 on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 11:00 AM: All that lot of ground and the improvements thereon situate in Worcester County, State of Maryland, as described in the Deed of Trust recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, in Liber 5808, folio 189, also being further described in a Deed recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County in Liber 166, folio 323.

The improvements thereon consist of

a dwelling.

The property will be sold in “AS IS” condition, subject to any existing building violations, restrictions and agreements of record. The purchaser assumes all risks of loss for the property as of the date of sale. Neither the Substituted Trustees nor their respective agents, successors or assigns make any representations or warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the property.

The Substituted Trustees shall convey insurable title.

TERMS OF THE SALE: A deposit in a form acceptable to the Substituted Trustee in the amount of $50,000.00 will be required of the purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note or its assigns, at the time and place of sale. Any amount tendered at sale in excess of the required deposit will be refunded and not applied to the purchase price.

Unless the purchaser is the Holder of the Note or its assigns, the balance of the purchase price shall be paid immediately with available funds within ten (10) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. Time is of the essence. The purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note or its assigns, shall pay interest at the rate of 4.37500% per annum on the unpaid portion of the purchase price from the date of sale to date of settlement. Real property taxes and assessments shall be adjusted to the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Ground rent, water and/or sewer charges public or private, if any, shall be adjusted to the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Cost of all documentary stamps and transfer taxes shall be paid by the purchaser.

Purchaser shall have the responsibility of obtaining possession of the property.

In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no abatement of interest. If the purchaser defaults, the entire deposit is forfeited. The Substituted Trustees shall resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of both sales, attorney fees, all other charges due, and incidental and consequential damages. Defaulting purchaser also agrees to pay the Substituted Trustees’ attorney a fee of $250.00 in connection with the filing of a motion to resell.

In the event the Substituted Trustees do not convey title for any reason, purchaser’s sole remedy is return of the deposit. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

The Substituted Trustees shall have the right to terminate this contract in the event the Holder or its Servicer has entered into any agreement with, or accepted funds from, the mortgagor. Upon termination of the contract, Purchaser’s sole remedy shall be return of the deposit.

Mark S. Devan, Thomas P. Dore, Christine Drexel, Brian McNair, and Angela Nasuta, Substituted Trustees

Tidewater Auctions, LLC (410) 825-2900 www.tidewaterauctions.com OCD-3/17/3t _________________________________ Cooch & Bowers, P.A. 1460 Ritchie Highway, Suite 212 Arnold, MD 21012

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE OF VALUABLE FEE SIMPLE REAL ESTATE 307B 13TH STREET, OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Patricia A. Boyer a/k/a Patricia A. Tabling, dated August 29, 2006, and recorded in Liber 4776, folio 075 among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, as modified by that Modification of Deed of Trust dated February 19, 2010 and recorded in Liber 5569, folio 376 among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and that Assignment of Deed of Trust recorded in Liber 6404, folio 1 among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, default having occurred under the terms thereof, and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, 1 West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, 21863 on TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2016 AT 11:00 AM All that lot of ground and the improvements thereon SITUATED IN Worcester County, Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust.

The property is believed to be improved by two residential condominium units. The property address is 307B 13th Street, Ocean City, Maryland 21842. Property Tax ID Number 10-038243.

Said property is in fee simple and is sold in an “as is condition” and subject to all covenants, conditions, liens, restrictions, easements, rightsof-way as may affect same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $20,000.00 will be required of the purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note or its assigns, at the time of sale, such deposit to be in cash or certified check, or other form acceptable to the Substitute Trustee, in her sole discretion. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid in cash within ten (10) days of the final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. If payment of the balance does not take place within ten (10) days of ratification, the deposit may be forfeited and property may be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property. Interest to be paid on unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the deed of

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PUBLIC NOTICES trust note from date of sale to date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustee in the event the property is purchased by someone rather than the note holder.

In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , including, but not limited to, exceptions to the sale, bankruptcy filings by interested parties, or court administration of the foreclosure, there shall be no abatement of interest. Taxes, ground rent, water, condominium fees and/or homeowner association dues, all public charges, 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 date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. 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. If the Substitute Trustee is unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit. Upon refund of the deposit, this sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claims against the Substitute Trustee.

NOTE: The information contained herein was obtained from sources deemed to be reliable, but is offered for informational purposes only. Neither the auctioneer, the beneficiary of the Deed of Trust, the Substitute Trustee nor her agents or attorneys make any representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy of information.

PROSPECTIVE PURCHASERS ARE URGED TO PERFORM THEIR OWN DUE DILIGENCE WITH RESPECT TO THE PROPERTY PRIOR TO THE FORECLOSURE AUCTION. For additional information, please contact the Substitute Trustee.

M. Clare Schuller, Substitute Trustee Tidewater Auctions, LLC 410-825-2900 www.tidewaterauctions.com OCD-3/17/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 10507 FRIENDSHIP RD. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Michael D. Donahue and Denise D. Donahue, dated December 29, 2004 and recorded in Liber 4340, folio 510 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 APRIL 4, 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 $19,000 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 #2013-44193) 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-3/17/3t _________________________________ Alba Law Group, P.A. 11350 McCormick Road Executive Plaza III, Suite 200 Hunt Valley, MD 21031 (443) 541-8600

SUBSTITUTED TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY KNOWN AS NO. 120 53RD STREET UNIT J-101 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 CASE NUMBER 23-C-16-000037 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a Deed of Trust from John A. Maggio, Michael A. Maggio, recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County in Liber 5028, folio 231, and Declaration of Substitution of Trustees recorded among the aforementioned Land Records substituting Mark S. Devan, Thomas P. Dore, Christine Drexel, Brian McNair, and Angela Nasuta as Substituted Trustees, the Substituted Trustees will offer for sale at public auction, at the Courthouse Door, 1 West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, 21863 on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 11:00 AM: All that lot of ground and the improvements thereon situate in Worcester County, State of Maryland, as described in the Deed of Trust recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, in Liber 5028, folio 231, also being further described in a Deed recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County in Liber 5028, folio 227.

The improvements thereon consist of a dwelling.

The property will be sold in “AS IS” condition, subject to any existing building violations, restrictions and agreements of record. The purchaser assumes all risks of loss for the property as of the date of sale. Neither the Substituted Trustees nor their respective agents, successors or assigns make any representations or warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the property.

The Substituted Trustees shall convey insurable title.

TERMS OF THE SALE: A deposit in a form acceptable to the Substituted Trustee in the amount of $31,000.00 will be required of the purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note or its assigns, at the time and place of sale. Any amount tendered at sale in excess of the required deposit will be refunded and not applied to the purchase price.

Unless the purchaser is the Holder of the Note or its assigns, the balance of the purchase price shall be paid immediately with available funds within ten (10) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. Time is of the essence. The purchaser, other

than the Holder of the Note or its assigns, shall pay interest at the rate of 6.75000% per annum on the unpaid portion of the purchase price from the date of sale to date of settlement. Real property taxes and assessments shall be adjusted to the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Ground rent, water and/or sewer charges public or private, if any, shall be adjusted to the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Cost of all documentary stamps and transfer taxes shall be paid by the purchaser.

Purchaser shall have the responsibility of obtaining possession of the property.

In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no abatement of interest. If the purchaser defaults, the entire deposit is forfeited. The Substituted Trustees shall resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of both sales, attorney fees, all other charges due, and incidental and consequential damages. Defaulting purchaser also agrees to pay the Substituted Trustees’ attorney a fee of $250.00 in connection with the filing of a motion to resell.

In the event the Substituted Trustees do not convey title for any reason, purchaser’s sole remedy is return of the deposit. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

The Substituted Trustees shall have the right to terminate this contract in the event the Holder or its Servicer has entered into any agreement with, or accepted funds from, the mortgagor. Upon termination of the contract, Purchaser’s sole remedy shall be return of the deposit.

Mark S. Devan, Thomas P. Dore, Christine Drexel, Brian McNair, and Angela Nasuta, Substituted Trustees Tidewater Auctions, LLC (410) 825-2900 www.tidewaterauctions.com OCD-3/10/3t _________________________________ Alba Law Group, P.A. 11350 McCormick Road Executive Plaza III, Suite 200 Hunt Valley, MD 21031 (443) 541-8600

SUBSTITUTED TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY KNOWN AS NO. 1004 2ND STREET POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 CASE NUMBER 23-C-16-000024 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a Deed of Trust from Rene J. Leroux, recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County in Liber 5649, folio 491, and Declaration of Substitution of Trustees recorded among the aforementioned Land Records substituting Mark S. Devan, Thomas P. Dore, Christine Drexel, Brian McNair, and Angela Nasuta as Substituted

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PUBLIC NOTICES Trustees, the Substituted Trustees will offer for sale at public auction, at the Courthouse Door, 1 West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, 21863 on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 11:00 AM: All that lot of ground and the improvements thereon situate in Worcester County, State of Maryland, as described in the Deed of Trust recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, in Liber 5649, folio 491, also being further described in a Deed recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County in Liber 5649, folio 484.

The improvements thereon consist of a dwelling.

The property will be sold in “AS IS” condition, subject to any existing building violations, restrictions and agreements of record. The purchaser assumes all risks of loss for the property as of the date of sale. Neither the Substituted Trustees nor their respective agents, successors or assigns make any representations or warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the property.

The Substituted Trustees shall convey insurable title.

TERMS OF THE SALE: A deposit in a form acceptable to the Substituted Trustee in the amount of $5,000.00 will be required of the purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note or its assigns, at the time and place of sale. Any amount tendered at sale in excess of the required deposit will be refunded and not applied to the purchase price. Unless the purchaser is the Holder of the Note or its assigns, the balance of the purchase price shall be paid immediately with available funds within ten (10) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. Time is of the essence. The purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note or its assigns, shall pay interest at the rate of 3.75000% per annum on the unpaid portion of the purchase price from the date of sale to date of settlement. Real property taxes and assessments shall be adjusted to the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Ground rent, water and/or sewer charges public or private, if any, shall be adjusted to the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Cost of all documentary stamps and transfer taxes shall be paid by the purchaser.

Purchaser shall have the responsibility of obtaining possession of the property.

In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no abatement of interest. If the purchaser defaults, the entire deposit is forfeited. The Substituted Trustees shall resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of both sales, attorney fees, all other charges due, and incidental and consequential damages. Defaulting purchaser also agrees to pay the Substituted Trustees’ attorney a fee of $250.00 in connection with the filing of a motion to resell.

In the event the Substituted Trustees do not convey title for any

reason, purchaser’s sole remedy is return of the deposit. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

The Substituted Trustees shall have the right to terminate this contract in the event the Holder or its Servicer has entered into any agreement with, or accepted funds from, the mortgagor. Upon termination of the contract, Purchaser’s sole remedy shall be return of the deposit.

Mark S. Devan, Thomas P. Dore, Christine Drexel, Brian McNair, and Angela Nasuta, Substituted Trustees Tidewater Auctions, LLC (410) 825-2900 www.tidewaterauctions.com OCD-3/10/3t _________________________________ Jay A. Dackman, Attorney 825 N. Charles Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201 410-385-0332

MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 12301 JAMAICA AVE., UNIT B202 I/R/T/A 12303 JAMAICA AVE., UNIT B202 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in a Mortgage from Frederick Knott, Sr. and Vincent Lombardi dated February 24, 2009 and recorded in Liber 5231, Folio 409 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., (Case No. 23C14000939), default having occurred thereunder, the undersigned Attorney named in mortgage will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on MARCH 25, 2016 AT 12:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situate in Worcester Co., MD and described as Unit Number B-202 in the “Hidden Harbour I Condominium” and Tax ID #10-288452 and more fully described in the aforesaid Mortgage.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements and agreements of record affecting the same, if any and with no warranty as to the description of the improvements.

The property will be sold subject to a prior mortgage, the amount to be announced at the time of sale.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in cash, certified check or cashier’s check for $10,000 will be required at time and place of sale. Balance to be paid in cash within ten (10) business days of the final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co.. If payment of the balance does not take place within the specified period stated, in addition to any other legal or equitable remedies available to him, the Attorney will declare the entire deposit forfeited and resell the property at the risk and cost of the

defaulting purchaser. In such event, the defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of both sales, attorneys’ fees and all other charges incurred by the Attorney. Interest to be paid on unpaid purchase money at the rate of the note from date of sale to the day the funds are received in the office of the Attorney. In the event settlement is delayed for any reason and the property is purchased by someone other than the mortgage holder, there shall be no abatement of interest caused by the delay. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Attorney is 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, this sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Attorney. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale.

Jay A. Dackman, Attorney named in Mortgage ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-3/10/3t _________________________________ 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.

Alex Duque and Alma Duque Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C15000551

NOTICE ORDERED, this 1st day of March, 2016 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 84 Newport Drive, Berlin, Maryland 21811 mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et. al, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 4th day of April, 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 28th day of March, 2016, next.

The report states the amount of sale to be $315,000.00.

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-3/10/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555 Carrie M. Ward, et al.

6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs.

WILLIAM L. NEELY ANNE M. NEELY 14301 Tunnel Avenue, Unit #3B Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15000542

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 3rd day of March, 2016, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 14301 Tunnel Avenue, Unit #3B, Ocean City, MD 21842, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 4th day of April, 2016, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 28th day of March, 2016.

The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $97,500.00.

Susan R. Braniecki Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-3/10/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PASSAGE OF BILL 16-1 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 16-1 (Zoning - Commercial Marine Yards in the CA Commercial Airport District) was passed by the County Commissioners on March 15, 2016.

A fair summary of the bill is as follows: § ZS 1-303(a). (Repeals and reenacts this section regarding the purpose and intent of the CA Commercial Airport District to add “and other permitted uses” to the intent statement. The proposed revised intent statement reads “This district is intended to provide for areas of adequate size and in appropriate locations for the development

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PUBLIC NOTICES of municipal or County airports, and other permitted uses, by or with the approval of the County of municipal governing body.”) § ZS 1-303(c)(7) to (c)(8). (Repeals and reenacts and renumbers this subsection as Subsection ZS 1303(c)(8) regarding permitted principal uses and structures in the CA Commercial Airport District to remove marinas and boat landings from the list of governmental and other public buildings, structures and uses of a public-service type that are not permitted in the CA Commercial Airport District.) § ZS 1-303(c)(7). (Adds this new subsection regarding permitted principal uses and structures in the CA Commercial Airport District to permit commercial marine yards, including fueling, boat launching and recovery, interior and exterior dry storage or seaworthy boats in operable condition, maintenance facilities for all types of hull, deck, interior and exterior repairs, painting, and boat construction.) § ZS 1-305(n)(2)(E). (Adds a new subparagraph E to Section ZS 1305(n)(2) - Lot Requirements - to provide that any building or structure allowed as a permitted principal use or structure in the CA Commercial Airport District shall not be subject to the district height regulations and does not require approval by the Board of Zoning Appeals except as otherwise provided.)

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-3/24/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PASSAGE OF EMERGENCY BILL 16-2 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Emergency Bill 16-2 (Public Safety - Townhouse Fire Sprinkler Systems) was passed by the County Commissioners on March 15, 2016.

A fair summary of the bill is as follows: § PS 1-410(e)(2). (Repeals and reenacts this subsection regarding changes and additions to the State Code with respect to additional regulations regulating automatic fire sprinkler systems in townhouse units to specify that a group of three or more townhouse units shall be considered as a multifamily structure for the purposes of determining the applicable automatic fire sprinkler requirements unless the structure is provided with an automatic audible flow enunciator and an approved exterior fire department connection in which case the townhouse

units shall be considered as a oneand two-family dwelling for the purpose of determining the applicable automatic fire sprinkler requirements.)

This bill, having been declared an Emergency Bill, became effective immediately upon 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-3/24/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555 Carrie M. Ward, et al.

6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs.

DIANA M. WILLIAMS PRESTON J. WILLIAMS 320 Bay Street Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15001347

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 3rd day of March, 2016, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 320 Bay Street, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 4th day of April, 2016, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 28th day of March, 2016.

The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $132,500.00.

Susan R. Braniecki Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-3/10/3t _________________________________

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Purchase of Corrugated Metal Pipe and Plastic Pipe Worcester County, Maryland The Worcester County Commissioners are currently accepting bids for the purchase of Galvanized Steel Corrugated Metal Pipe and HDPE

Double Wall Plastic Pipe for the Roads Division of the Department of Public Works. Bid specification packages and bid forms are available from the Office of the County Commissioners, Room 1103 - Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, obtained online at www.co.worcester.md.us, or by calling the Commissioners’ Office at 410-632-1194 to request a package by mail. Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 PM, Monday, April 11, 2016 in the Office of the County Commissioners at the above address, at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Envelopes shall be marked "Pipe Bid Opening Date April 11, 2016" in the lower left-hand corner. After opening, bids will be forwarded to the Public Works Department for tabulation, review and recommendation to the County Commissioners for their consideration at a future meeting. In awarding the bid, the Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids, waive formalities, informalities and technicalities therein, and to take whatever bid they determine to be in the best interest of the County considering lowest or best bid, quality of goods and work, time of delivery or completion, responsibility of bidders being considered, previous experience of bidders with County contracts, or any other factors they deem appropriate.

All inquiries shall be directed to Frank Adkins, Roads Superintendent, at 410-632-2244, Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm.

OCD-3/24/1t _________________________________ Jon P. Bulkeley Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almand, P.A. 6200 Coastal Highway, Suite 200 Ocean City, MD 21842 Lighthouse Village Condominium Association c/o Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almand, P.A. 6200 Coastal Highway, Suite 200 Ocean City, Maryland 1842 Plaintiff vs.

William J. Daly 704 South Surf Road Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF MARYLAND FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CIVIL CASE NO. 23-C-15-001462

NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, this 4th day of March, 2016, that the foreclosure sale of Lighthouse Village Condominium, Unit 114, 721 142nd Street, Ocean City, Maryland, made and reported by Jon P. Bulkeley, Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 4th day of April, 2016, provided a copy of this Order is published in a newspaper of general circulation in Worcester County, Maryland, once in three successive weeks, before the 28th day of March,

2016.

The Report states that the total proceeds from the sale of the property to be One Hundred Dollars ($100.00).

Susan R. Braniecki CLERK, CIRCUIT COURT True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-3/10/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555 Carrie M. Ward, et al.

6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs.

NITZAN LOUGASI 39 Anchor Way Drive IRTA 39 Anchor Way Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15001368

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 9th day of March, 2016, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 39 Anchor Way Drive, IRTA 39 Anchor Way, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 11th day of April, 2016, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 4th day of April, 2016.

The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $156,000.00.

Susan R. Braniecki Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-3/17/3t _________________________________ AYRES JENKINS GORDY & ALMAND, PA JAMES W. ALMAND ESQ 6200 COASTAL HIGHWAY, SUITE 200 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 16446 Notice is given that the Circuit Court of Madison Coiunty, VA appointed John J. Davies III, 122 West Cameron Street, Culpepper, VA 22701 and John Mark Rohrbaugh Jr., 6876 Emma Court, Warrenton, VA 20187 as the Personal Representatives of the Estate of John Mark Rohrbaugh Sr., who died on January 08, 2016 domiciled in Virginia,

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PUBLIC NOTICES America.

The Maryland resident agent for service of process is James W. Almand whose address is 6200 Coastal Highway, Suite 200, Ocean City, Md. 21842.

At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester.

All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred.

John J. Davies III John Mark Rohrbaugh Jr.

Foreign Personal Representatives Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: March 24, 2016 OCD-3/24/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Town of Berlin Board of Appeals Pursuant to the requirements of §108-191 of the Code of the Town of Berlin, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be conducted by the Berlin Board of Zoning Appeals in the Mayor and Council Chambers of Berlin Town Hall, 10 William Street, Berlin, Maryland on WEDNESDAY, April 6, 2016 6:30 PM 1. Approval of Minutes – August 5th, 2015 2. A request by Austin Purnell for

an apartment to be placed on top of warehouse, 30x 40 unit 4 within the M-1 Light Industrial District.

Applicant: Austin Purnell Any questions regarding the above agenda items shall be directed to the Berlin Department of Planning and Zoning at 410-641-4143.

Any persons having questions about the above-referenced meeting or any persons needing special accommodations should contact Dave Engelhart at 410-641-4143. Written materials in alternate formats for persons with disabilities are made available upon request. TTY users dial 7-1-1 in the State of Maryland or 1-800-735-2258 outside Maryland.

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NOTICE of Public Hearing Town of Berlin, MD The Mayor and Council of the Town of Berlin, MD will hold a Public Hearing during its regularly scheduled meeting of April 11, 2016 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers of Berlin Town Hall to consider the recommendation of the Berlin Planning Commission to amend the Town Code with an addition to Chapter 108, Zoning, Section 108464, Principal Uses, to read: “ (15) Churches and parish houses, and the cultural, educational and recreational activity of its members, worshipers and their invitees, conducted as the sole principal use on a lot or contiguous lots.”

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NOTICE of Public Hearing Town of Berlin, MD The Mayor and Council of the Town of Berlin, MD will hold a Public Hearing during its regularly scheduled meeting of April 11, 2016 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers of Berlin Town Hall to consider the recommendation of the Berlin Planning Commission to rezone the land parcel known as Worcester County Tax Map No. 25, Parcel 0050, also known as 10026 Main Street, Berlin, MD from M-1 Light Industrial District to B-2 Shopping District.

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ORDINANCE 2015-11 Notice is hereby given by the Mayor and City Council of Ocean City, that an ordinance was introduced for first reading at their meeting of June 1, 2015. Second reading is scheduled for June 15, 2015. A complete text of the ordinance is available for review in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall 3rd Street and Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842. A fair summary is as follows: Defines the following terms: Boardwalk, Designated Space(s), Director, Expressive Material, Generator(s), Merchant(s), Perform, Performing, Performance(s), Performer, Street End(s), the Town, the Director, Vend or Vending and Vendor; Declares the Findings and Purpose for enacting legislation to address the Boardwalk’s size, location and limitations during peak tourist season resulting in competing interests for space and unregulated performances on the Boardwalk; Establishes rules and regulations governing performers and vendors; Establishes a prohibition to perform and vend on the Street Ends at North Division Street and Dorchester Street; Establishes the need for, and the method of allocation for, designated performance /vending areas from South First Street to Ninth Street or, at any one of the Street Ends between, and including, Tenth Street and 27th Street; Establishes the prohibition to the use of and/or obstructing access to, Town property for performing or vending, and, prohibits the use of any municipal electric outlet, animals and hazardous materials including fire, knives, swords and axes; and, Establishes a fine for violations.

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Commentary

Tax differential tied to school aid

The governments of Ocean City and Worcester County should stop arguing and starting playing Let’s Make a Deal with regard to the resort’s continued push for a tax differential and the county’s need to correct a state aid to education formula that ignores its unusual circumstance.

Surprisingly, no one has connected the ties that bind these two issues, but inextricably tied they are.

For years, Ocean City officials have pushed for a tax break from the county because of the resort’s provision of services that the county also offers. Their argument is that resort taxpayers, in many instances, are paying for two sets of identical services, one of which they never use. Their contention is that this differential, as it’s called, should be returned to Ocean City.

The problem is that as good as Ocean City is for the overall economy of Worcester County, it also has a major downside: the $8.5 billion tax base that allows Ocean City to run its own 911 system, for instance, also costs the county tens of millions of dollars every year in state aid to education.

Ever since the state’s Thornton Commission began a fiveyear phase-in of its aid to education formula in 2003, schools in Worcester County, with a tax base of $14.5 billion including Ocean City, have seen per pupil contributions by the state fall to the second lowest in Maryland.

In 2014, for instance, total state money contributed to Worcester’s public school system was $27.3 million, or $4,377 per student. In Wicomico, which has twice the population and less than half the tax base, the state spent $135.8 million, or $9,956 per student.

The reason for the disparity is that the Thornton spending formula is based on a county’s tax base and income levels.

Ocean City’s property values, driven as they are by the tourism industry, vacation homes and investment properties, are in large part responsible for the difference.

In the meantime, county government must cover that loss of state revenue because Maryland law requires a steady level of education spending no matter what.

The Maryland State Education Association has calculated that local governments’ average contribution to public eduSee CITY Page 86

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Letters to the editor Pantry thanks mystery donor

Editor, I volunteer at Shepherd’s Crook food pantry, and I need to thank someone who dropped by Friday, Feb. 12 to donate some canned and boxed goods, and also a bag of clothes. They also donated a Maxwell House one-pound coffee can full of money.

They did not leave any name or address for a thank you note. I got a call from the volunteer onsite, and told her that I would pick the can up in the morning. I brought it home Saturday afternoon after we closed, and it took almost an hour to count. My final count was $193.08 – over 100 $1 bills, plus lots of coins. A big shout out to this individual and/or family.

Thank you!

Shepherd’s Crook has been operating since September 2002, and we moved from St. Paul’s By the Sea Episcopal Church because of the fire in 2013. Now, we are located at 205 South Baltimore Avenue in Ocean City.

In October 2015, we changed [being open] from three days, to five days each week, from 10 a.m. to noon.

We are closed on Wednesdays and Sundays.

We are blessed to have

been joined in this ministry of outreach by O.C. Baptist, Atlantic United Methodist, First Presbyterian, Holy Spirit Episcopal and St. Peter’s Lutheran churches.

We have a total of 24 volunteers and we serve 40 to 45 individuals each day in the off-season. The community that we serve come to us by walking, bus and bicycle, and a very few by car. All are welcome to come in, select items from our nonperishable shelves, and enjoy a cup of coffee and an item from WAWA heated in our microwave. It is not unusual to find a selection of donuts from a local restaurant that have been donated.

Bruce Young, volunteer coordinator

Supporters help in cancer fight

Editor, We held our dance Feb. 20 at The American Legion Post #123 in Berlin. We raised $2,184 for Relay For Life. We just want to thank everyone for all their support.

Thank you so much for your generous donations: American Legion Post 123 in Berlin, American Legion Women’s Axillary, Days Gone By band, all the businesses and the people who

provided us with the wonderful gifts for our baskets (or complete baskets), and all the people who helped with our event. We raised a lot of money for Relay For Life and the American Cancer Society.

With the generous support of people like you, we will be able to help stomp out cancer.

Thank you again, and we look forward to your continued support. Watch for our third annual dance, in 2017.

Angels United to Fight Barbara Ogurcak, team captain

Social workers are here to help

Editor, March is National Social Work Month. It is a time to celebrate the contributions of social workers nationwide.

In Maryland, the Department of Human Resources envisions a state where people independently support themselves and their families, and where individuals are safe from abuse and neglect.

It is their mission to aggressively pursue opportunities to assist people in economic need; give them the tools for successful, independent living; provide eduContinued on Page 86

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City, county should combine efforts on aid to education Continued from Page 85 cation is 46 percent. Worcester County, by contrast, is paying 81 percent this year.

To look at it another way, if Worcester received anywhere around the same state spending per pupil as Wicomico did, Maryland’s contribution to local schools would have been in excess of $60 million.

That would leave Worcester to pay $42 million of the school system’s current $102 million budget, rather than the $82.6 million that it did give to the schools.

It could be argued that while Ocean City is seeking a tax differential of somewhere around $17 million, the wealth that allows it to offer services similar to the county’s also costs every Worcester taxpayer anywhere between $40 million to $60 million in school aid.

Even though school aid still comes from tax money, it draws on all of Maryland, rather than a county as economically divided as this one.

And that’s the real issue with the Thornton formula — it fails to acknowledge Worcester’s split economic personality. The northern

segment of Worcester is relatively well off because of its tourist-oriented economy, while southern Worcester isn’t as fortunate.

That imbalance, which state officials apparently just don’t get, is why county officials don’t want to raise taxes, as the Thornton formula assumes it can do easily, to raise whatever money is needed to finance schools. Further, giving additional millions to Ocean City just exacerbates the problem.

Rather than the back-and-forth argument between the two governments, Ocean City and Worcester County should join to lobby state officials vigorously for a school funding formula that recognizes Worcester’s — and Ocean City’s — unique economic circumstances. There also is the possibility that more than a few nonresident property owners would join the chorus and encourage their elected representatives to do the same.

It would seem that more could be accomplished were Ocean City to say to the county, “We’ll help you get more money if you give some of it to us.”

The Public Eye will return next week.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Continued from Page 85 cation and awareness of the programs available for assistance; increase prevention efforts and protect vulnerable children and adults.

Here in Worcester County, our Department of Social Services is charged with these responsibilities. A staff of dedicated men and women are charged with empowering individuals to become self-sufficient and productive, while assuring that prevention efforts protect our vulnerable population.

They go to work each day with a heavy burden, and rise to the challenges that exist in our community today. They will encounter infants, senior citizens and many individuals who are in need of the very basics most of us take for granted, such as shelter, food and a safe environment.

They are a group of very dedicated, supportive and caring individuals that we are fortunate to have serve our community.

During this month, we would like to recognize and thank this special

group of people who work tirelessly to help others often facing very difficult situations.

I am honored to be chair of the Worcester County Department of Social Services Advisory Board. We are a group of volunteers appointed by the Worcester County Commissioners to serve a term of three years. Our duties include reviewing the department’s programs, assessing the need for new programs and additional resources, advocating for resources from local and state government, and promoting awareness of services provided by the Department.

I like to think of us as advocates for the staff that we see firsthand doing a fantastic job.

So, please, join with me in thanking the Worcester County Department of Social Services in doing an almost thankless job that assists those most in need.

Nancy L. Howard Chair Worcester County Department of Social Services Advisory Board

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